How to organize an eco-responsible wedding without ruining the planet?

Every year, thousands of unions are celebrated and among all the ceremonies, some couples choose a eco-responsible wedding. This type of sustainable and ethical approach is above all designed to have the lowest possible ecological impact. But you still need to know how to go about organizing a green wedding. If you don’t know where to start, or which service provider to turn to, here are 7 tips that will help you.

Tip #1: Choosing an eco-responsible outfit

When choosing a wedding dress and a suit for the groom, there are different options that can be suitable for an eco-responsible approach. For example, you can turn to sites or shops that offer formal wear rentals (Lokka Mariage Paris, Une Robe Un Soir, Dream Dress, etc.), or simply opt for the second hand. In thrift stores and consignment stores, you can find treasures at low prices, sometimes from big brands. The same goes for accessories (jewelry, veil, train, cufflinks, etc.). As for the bride’s bouquet, imagine with your florist a floral arrangement from seasonal flowers, and why not a bouquet of dried flowers, which will have the merit of lasting over time and making a beautiful decoration after the big day. And if despite everything, you insist on buying your own outfit, opt for a wedding dress eco-responsible:

Balzac Paris and its eco-responsible wedding collection

There The Balzac Paris brand’s Wedding collection is 100% eco-responsiblefrom its manufacture to the choice of materials. Most wedding dresses are covered with 100% French lace and then made in the European Union. Some are made from naïa, an innovative and responsible fiber that allows a tree to be replanted as soon as one is used, or from sorona, which replaces nylon and is made from corn sugar. The dress shown in the picture is model No. 16, in ecru and is priced at 320 euros.

The designer Marielle Maury

Wedding dress designer Marielle Maury imagines eco-responsible outfits, in organic and natural materials. Always with the aim of limiting waste, it then offers young brides the opportunity to transform their dress so that they can wear it again later, in another context. The model presented below is part of the new 2024 collection, entitled Cosmos.

The designer Christelle Vasseur

Eco-responsibility also involves choosing to buy Made in France. Christelle Vasseur has obtained certification Guaranteed French Origin. Not only does this French designer make wedding dresses in her workshop in Bordeaux, but the materials she chooses are also produced in France, by French suppliers, such as Calais lace. All dresses are made to measure and to order, so there is no surplus stock or unsold items. The unused fabric can therefore be used for other collections. She also designs guest outfits. The model presented below is called Lys, and is sold from 5,200 euros.

Wedding lingerie Laure de Sagazan

Side ethical lingerie for bridesyou can find what you are looking for at Laure de Sagazan. To recycle her fabric scraps, and particularly lace, the designer had the idea of ​​transforming them into eco-friendly wedding lingerie. The result: panties and a camisole-shorty set, perfect for the wedding night, and which can also be worn in everyday life. Delicate and elegant pieces, and which also have an ethical and ecological commitment!

Tip #2: natural and second-hand decoration

Who says eco-responsible weddingvery often said in reference to nature! Your wedding theme can be inspired by it or play on its nuances: nature wedding, rustic, bohemian, vintage, mountain wedding… It’s up to you to imagine a setting and a common thread that will set the tone for your ceremony. If you choose a nature wedding (in a barn, a meadow, etc.), you will be able to take advantage of large spaces and natural light. Flowers and plants will naturally have their place in your wedding decoration, and to fit in as best as possible with a eco-responsible approachchoose them in season!

The decorations characteristic of vintage, bohemian or even rustic weddings which go wonderfully with ecology can turn to furniture and objects found, recycled or redecorated in a DIY way for a trendy effect! As for gifts for guests, think of little touches that combine utility and personalization, for example mini jars of jam, local honey, small candles or locally made soaps, etc.

As far as possible, for the wedding mealthink about favoring seasonal products, locally produced. You can find a caterer who works hand in hand with artisans, who cultivate quality, tasty and sometimes good priced products. Together and according to your tastes, it is also possible to develop a whole seasonal menu.

Tip #4: A sustainable gift list for the bride and groom

To avoid finding yourself under a pile of useless objects after your wedding, think in advance about prepare a wedding gift listto share with your guests. To do this, use the KISS method. The idea: determine the gifts you need (B), really immediately (I), being careful not to choose similar objects (S), also paying attention to their origin (O). Without forgetting, to check its usefulness (U): are you going to use it often?

Tip #5: An eco-friendly wedding procession

During a wedding, traveling by car can sometimes pose certain problems from an ecological point of view. To limit the damage, check whether your reception venue is accessible by public transport (bus, tram, train, etc.) and inform your guests. If this is not the case, suggest that your guests carpool together.

Tip #6: Replace the traditional rice throwing

To replace the rice thrown in front of the town hall, the ADME (Paris Agency for Ecological Transition) advises guests to throwing wild flowers or some 100% biodegradable confettimade from dried flowers. Afterwards, there are always other ways to congratulate the bride and groom: blowing soap bubbles, making a guard of honor and simply applauding the newlyweds.

Tip #7: Choosing committed wedding service providers

Wedding vendors are becoming increasingly involved in terms of environmentally friendly services with the main objective of reducing their carbon footprint. Don’t hesitate to discuss it with them to find out their alternatives, or even invent some together!

If you are looking for service providers, you can find what you are looking for on the wedding fair, Wild Wedding Festivalin Strasbourg. The event only brings together local exhibitors who respect a “eco-friendly” approach” (Elsa Gary, nomadic cuisine, stationery and photographers…). Since 2019, a wedding flea market has also been offered. It allows newlyweds to resell the decorations used during their wedding. Information on www.wildweddingfestival.com.