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Weddings are full of traditions, many of which aim to n Guys can don classic attire, too. Grooms-to-be also can
ensure the good luck rains down on couples for years embrace vintage attire, although styles from some eras will be
to come. Many of these traditions revolve around wardrobe less forgiving. Otherwise, gentleman can borrow a suit or wear a
choices. Veils are worn and bouquets are carried to ward off shirt or sentimental item, such as an embroidered handkerchief,
evil spirits, and couples may borrow sentimental items from from a father or another male relative. If there are few options,
their parents and other family members. renting is certainly a green idea, as a rented tux will be more
environmentally friendly than purchasing your own tuxedo that
While some couples may be focused on the time-honored figures to get little use after the wedding.
tradition of something old and something new as well as
something borrowed and something blue, many others may be n Choose sustainable fabrics. Certain fabrics are derived
seeing weddings in an entirely different hue: green. from eco-friendly resources, such as sustainably grown
fiber crops or recycled materials. Organic cotton or linen are
Green weddings are on the rise, and couples can embrace options, as are many other sustainable textiles. Individuals can
various strategies to make their big days more eco-friendly. purchase fabric and have a tailor or seamstress craft a custom
wedding gown or suit, if desired.
n Explore eco-couture designers. Brides need not
compromise their eco-conscious ideals for gorgeous designs. n Wear something already in the closet. Couples opting for
Many established and up-and-coming bridal gown designers a casual or civil wedding may have more options with regard
rely on sustainable materials and practices to craft beautiful to their wedding attire. If your wedding is a less formal affair,
gowns. Brides-to-be may not have to look far for a dress that consider wearing a suit or dress you already own. Such attire
matches their commitment to the environment. Deborah is perfectly acceptable, and you won’t be ordering a new dress
Lindquist, Sanyukta Shrestha and Daughters of Simone are and having it shipped, which benefits the environment.
just a few of the leading eco-couture designers.
n Consider a vintage gown. Wearing a vintage gown is
recycling at its best. A woman will have her chance to look
amazing, and she can breathe new life into a classic wedding
dress. Family members can be the first people to seek out
when looking for a vintage gown, as one never knows what
an aunt or grandmother is hiding in a keepsake chest in the
attic. In addition to helping brides save money, wearing a
vintage gown can give the person lending the dress a feeling
of pride and inclusion in the festivities.
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