Green Wedding Blog
May
15
2013
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Summer is a delightful time to get married. The world is in bloom, the weather is warm and inviting, and lots of professionals have available vacation days! This is especially true if you have any teachers, professors, or students on your guest list. Summer is the perfect time to get everyone together outdoors for some fresh food, refreshing beverages, and cute...
May
15
2013
Angelina and Will were married on August 13, 2011 at the Horseshoe Bend Ranch in Freshwater, California.
After meeting at school in Santa Barbara, Angelina and Will tied the knot at the ranch Will grew up on. Angelina and Will were both dedicated to hosting a green wedding ceremony, and the charming farmland proved to be the perfect place for the eco-conscious couple to say their "I...
May
14
2013
This week's used dress from SmartBride
Dress Name: Ann Taylor 282578 Ivory Strapless Natural Waist Size 6
Dress Description: This Silk Charmeuse Tiered Strapless Wedding Dress is designed by Ann Taylor. Size 6. 100% Silk. Brand new dress. Never been worn with the tags still on. Looking forward to hearing back from a lucky bride!
Original Price: $1,700
SmartBride Price: $1,200
May
14
2013
If it's always been your dream to get married in London, it's possible to do so while staying eco-friendly. Here are some great ideas that are green down to the last detail and also sophisticated, quaint and charming, just like the bustling city of London or the rolling countryside where you may want to take a holiday after the wedding.
So you’ve reached the point when everything major is sorted...
May
13
2013
As you sit in front of the mirror and prep for arguably the most important kiss of your life, consider what you are about to share with your partner. No. Not the lifetime of happiness. Think instead of the gluten and paraben-filled lipstick that you are most likely wearing. When choosing that perfect blushing bride lipstick, you should be looking at more than just color.
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May
13
2013
This week's used dress from SmartBride
Dress Name: Alyce Designs 7223 Ivory Strapless A Line Size 2
Dress Description: This used Ivory Strapless dress by Alyce Designs has never been worn. I bought it on May 2011 for my wedding, but decided to go for another dress my parents brought from Asia. I stored the dress in a plastic bag and kept it in my closet the entire time. This is a lovely...
May
10
2013
With the opening of Baz Luhrman's movie The Great Gatsby this weekend, it's hard for soon-to-be brides to ignore the beautiful vintage fashion of the 1920's. The gowns, the jewelry and the headpieces of this time period are back in style and available in eco-friendly vintage materials. Evoke the spirit of the roaring 20's with recycled and nature inspired jewelry from One Loom Studio, crystal...
May
08
2013
Corinne Moss-Racusin and Ranjit Bhagwat were married on Sunday, July 8, 2012 at the New Haven Lawn Club. Their dual wedding ceremony was photographed by Chris Humphreys.
Once upon a time Corinne and Ranjit met at a graduate student happy hour at the Harvest Moon Brewery in New Brunswick, NJ. Somehow they both ended up chatting and decided that the other person was far too cool for the other at...
May
08
2013
Indian weddings are rich in ceremony and tradition. Many of these traditions use natural herbs, the finely ground henna plant and spices. Here are just a few of the rituals performed by the bride and groom in front of their friends and family:
Havan (Lighting of the Sacred Fire)The couple invokes Agni, the god of Fire, to witness their commitment to each other. Crushed sandalwood, herbs,...
May
07
2013
This week's used dress from SmartBride
Dress Name: Reem Acra Ivory V Neck
Dress Description: This Reem Acra Ivory V Neck Dress is brand new without the tags. Never been worn and been in a garment bag for the past month. I've decided to elope and don't need such a fancy dress. It is a size 10. Wedding dress sizes are smaller, I would say it is a dress size 6. I wear a BCBG dress size 4-6 and...
