June 28th, 2011, by Azure
Incorporating vintage into your bridal look or reception decor is a surefire way to wow your wedding guests. But fabulous vintage treasures can be hard to find.
By complete chance, I stumbled upon YOOX.com. You know when something great comes your way and it's totally unexpected? That's how I felt when I found this fantastic site. YOOX is similar to Shop Bop, offering high-end designer pieces at sample sale prices. But what sets YOOX apart is its section filled with gorgeous...
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May 23rd, 2011, by Azure
You don't have to sacrifice style to plan an eco-friendly wedding!
Etsy provides endless inspiration and must-have bespoke wedding finds. And whether you'd like to go green with your wedding dress, guest favors, bridal bouquet, or wedding invitations, Etsy has got you covered! Once you decide to plan an eco-friendly wedding, a fantastic place to start is with recycled wedding invitations.
We're all aware of the damaging impact of weddings on the environment, and eco-chic...
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May 20th, 2011, by Azure
ken + dana design crafts incredibly beautiful engagement rings and wedding bands, and is committed to ethical sourcing, fair trade and giving back.
This eco-chic jewelry company uses recycled metals the the furthest extent possible, and their ring designs are inspired by the ebb and flow of love. Lovely, isn't it? Another great thing about ken + dana is its 'try before you buy' sample program. If you find your dream engagement ring on the ken + dana site, they'll send you a sample...
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May 10th, 2011, by Azure
Do you have an old bridesmaid dress or two taking up space in your closet? I know I do!
Thanks to The Dessy Group's just-launched NewlyMaid site, you can exchange those bridesmaid frocks you'll never wear again for a chic little black dress! Pretty sweet, huh?
Simply mail your old bridesmaid dress (or a mother of the bride/social occasion gown) to NewlyMaid and they'll recycle the garment or donate the dress to the Clothes4Souls charity. So you can add this to your list of...
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May 10th, 2011, by Azure
Featured wedding by Michelle Jonne Photography
Shabby chic is the perfect way to describe the vibe of this Spring wedding in Hamilton, New Jersey. Leah and Tim chose the picturesque Sayen Gardens for their wedding venue and the day went off without a hitch!
Every last detail was picture perfect, from the weather to the personalized details and most importantly... the lovely couple. They are a very casual, fun, loving couple and they planned an intimate wedding with only...
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April 22nd, 2011, by Azure
Special to OneWed by Lisa W. for greenKarat
On April 29, 2011, the same day as the Royal Wedding, SmartBrideBoutique.com will crown one lucky bride Princess for her wedding day.
Giveaway items will be revealed daily, and the Grand Prize package includes over $13,000 worth of stylish and eco-friendly prizes to help a bride create her dream wedding. Today’s prize? $500 toward two custom, recycled wedding bands from greenKarat. Be green in honor of Earth Day and enter to...
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April 22nd, 2011, by Azure
I had a feeling Etsy would be chockfull of eco-conscious custom pieces just for brides-to-be, and I was absolutely right! The rings pictured below are from various Etsy sellers, and each piece is more gorgeous than the last I love the raw, organic feel of recycled jewelry and I think it's fabulous that you don't have to sacrifice style to go green. I mean... aren't these engagement rings gorgeous? They have just as much sparkle as non-green rings and they're kind...
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April 22nd, 2011, by Azure
Special to OneWed by Lisa W. for FiftyFlowers.com
Even if you want to be 100% Earth-friendly on your wedding day, there is no need to forgo fresh cut flowers. While it’s true that imported blooms may create a larger carbon footprint, you have options. The key is to ask the right questions to know exactly where your flowers are coming from.
Keep an open mind and consider the many varieties of natural greenery to choose from. Simply ask your wedding florist to source flowers and...
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April 18th, 2011, by Azure
Looking to make your wedding green? Succulents are fantastic for incorporating an eco-chic vibe into your wedding decor.
If you're wondering why succulents are praised as being eco-friendly, here's the scoop. These water-retaining plants require very little water to flourish, and they never die! Succulents last forever, just like your marriage Fresh-cut flowers are pricey and typically die within a few days.
You can go far beyond the bridal bouquet and get super creative with...
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April 04th, 2011, by Azure
Special to OneWed by Lisa W. for greenKarat
Watch out, eco brides! Labels such as “recycled gold”, “Canadian diamonds” and “conflict free” can be misleading for couples shopping for green wedding and engagement rings. There is rampant greenwashing in the eco jewelry niche and green brides deserve the truth. Read about 3 eye-opening facts that will help you to spot misleading “green” claims and ask the right questions. But first, here are the 3 ways that you can...
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