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Wedding dresses: Instead of buying a new dress, buy a used one
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Wedding dresses: Instead of buying a new dress, buy a used one. Or buy organic -- Toronto-based Adele Wechsler makes hand-cut and -sewn bridal gowns of recycled lace, vegetable dyes and organic hemp. See www.adelewechsler.com/collections/ecocouture, or check Macy's later this summer.
Bridesmaids' dresses: Pick a color theme and ask bridesmaids to wear a dress they already own in that color.
Invitations: Print invitations on recycled paper using soy or biodegradable ink. Or use a 1-800 service for RSVPs or ask guests to e-mail them.
Venues: Eliminate driving by holding the ceremony and reception in the same location or nearby. Encourage guests to take the bus or walk between sites.
Honeymoon: Take a short train trip to somewhere nearby. If you do take a plane, buy carbon offsets to balance the emissions from your plane trip. See terrapass.com to calculate your carbon footprint.
Transportation: Instead of a limousine, rent a hybrid.
Wedding photos: Take digital photographs to eliminate the use of chemicals.
Gifts: Register at eco-friendly sites for items such as linens and towels. In lieu of gifts, ask guests to make a donation in your name to a charitable organization of your choosing, or have a tree planted in your name.
Food: Use a caterer who works with organic ingredients and emphasizes vegetarian fare.
Re-use decorations: Go to www.freecycle.com or Craigslist to get free items such as centerpieces.
Rings: Choose a jeweler who buys conflict-free diamonds and recycled metals, such as greenkarat.com. Jewelry by Da'oud uses sound design. (www.jewelrybydaoud .com)
Flowers: Choose locally grown, in-season plants. Compost foliage after the wedding or send plants to a hospital or senior center.
Learn more about how to throw a green wedding:
• www.greeneleganceweddings.com
HILARY DICKISON
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