Eco Bridal Jewelry Contest

Just a quick note, my friend Katherine Dalpra at Green Diva jewelry is giving away a $250 shopping spree for eco-conscious bridal jewelry. To enter the contest go here and answer a few quick questions about eco accessories. 2nd place winner gets a copy of The Green Bride Guide by Kate Harrison.

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Vintage Dresses = Green Dresses

These lovely dresses are from a collection of vintage and restyled vintage dresses from Recapture, a couture bridal service that specializes in vintage gowns from Victorian times to the 70's.




These dresses are super cool and so great because they are made from reused fabrics and lace!

I had the pleasure of meeting Robin, the owner, after opening my boutique last month in Berkeley. Her salon is just a few minutes from me and I hope to work with her more in the future, since Vintage is often such a stylish way to go green.


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Go Vintage and Go Green

A lot of couples are choosing a vintage look for their wedding decor. From Damask prints to polka dots, 40's Hollywood or 20's Gatsby; what better way to achieve the look than with actual vintage and reused items? Use vintage for the wedding dress, suit, veil, floral containers, etc. With a little bit of research and work you can find the perfect vintage items to go with your scheme and style. And, you'll keep items out of the landfills and reduce your carbon footprint by reducing your dependence on newly manufactured items.

Talk with vendors and see if they can help support your mission to reduce and reuse vintage and antique materials. You might be able to find a dress maker who can use recycled fabrics and lace from other dresses.

Dress made with vintage materials, photo courtesy of heartstudios

Vintage dress and style, photo courtesy of Mock Photography

Or, you may find a florist or event designer (like me) who has a collection of vintage glass, decor or containers that you can rent for the event.

Milk and green glass available to rent from Gorgeous and Green

Vintage is very stylish and very green.

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