February 21st, 2011, by Azure
Luxe. Check. Chic and stylish. Check. Earth-Friendly. Check! These sustainable wedding invitations by Smock Paper are too gorgeous for words!
First off, you can get the luxury of letterpress while being kind to the environment. Smock is the first U.S. stationery shop to offer printing on luxurious bamboo cardstock, and we love bamboo because it's a sustainable and renewable resource. And it makes some pretty delicious wedding paper, too!
Smock's eco-chic wedding invitation...
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February 14th, 2011, by Azure
Sarah Seven's eco-chic wedding dresses get me every time! This Portland, OR bridal designer crafts feminine, romantic wedding dresses and reception frocks, fusing vintage and modern effortlessly.
Not only are these gowns gorgeous, but they're good to the environment, too! Seven uses both recycled vintage materials and natural fabrics (silk, wool, linens, cotton voile) to craft her lovely bridal gowns. And even better, a portion of every sale (5%) is donated to two well-deserving...
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February 11th, 2011, by Azure
The best blogs for a cause take a stance and stand up for what they believe in! Whether it's all about planning an eco-friendly wedding, or advocating for marriage equality, these blogs are dedicated to changing the wedding world.
Help your favorite blog for a cause win our Best of the Best Wedding Blogs award!
1.A Practical Wedding: focusing on the marriage and not the insanity of the wedding, A Practical Wedding has a section devoted just to marriage equality and LGBTQ...
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February 07th, 2011, by Azure
If you're planning a sustainable wedding, an eco-friendly wedding venue is a must.
Check out these 4 fabulous eco-chic wedding locations for your earth-friendly I Do's!
1.Cedarwood Weddings, Nashville, TN: This picturesque wedding venue offers vintage wedding decor rentals- think antique silver, vintage crystal, wedding cake stands, rustic crates, birdcages, chandeliers, lanterns, linens, furniture, etc.- as part of their Perfect Wedding Package.
2.Barndiva, Healdsburg, CA:...
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January 24th, 2011, by Azure
Are you an eco-chic bride looking for an environmentally-friendly wedding dress designer? Then look no further!
Here's our list of the top 5 eco-friendly wedding dress designers that may have the ONE for you!
1. Jessica Iverson Couture: made from natural silk chiffon and silk cotton satin, Jessica Iverson Couture wedding dresses are natural and beautiful. The eco-luxe fabric is embellished with dazzling beading or touches of lace, making these bridal gowns truly...
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January 22nd, 2011, by Azure
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January 11th, 2011, by Azure
Our fabulous weekly guest blogger, Recycled Bride, is an expert when it comes to eco-friendly weddings! So when I saw her top 11 sustainable wedding trends for 2011, I couldn't wait to share! And it looks like a few of our top 10 wedding trends for 2011 match up perfectly!
1. Diamonds are no longer a girl’s best friend: Since Prince William proposed to Kate Middleton with a sapphire engagement ring, alternative gemstones are all the rage for popping the question in 2011. Brides...
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December 20th, 2010, by Azure
About Recycled Bride
The Eco-Fun Way to Outfit Your Bridesmaids-- Shoes, Shoes & more Shoes!
Forget matchy-matchy dresses they'll never wear again! Now that it's your turn to walk down the aisle, don't you want to give your girls a bridesmaid look they'll love? Nobody likes the expense and the environmental waste associated with a one-time-wear frock, and it's nearly impossible to find a bridesmaid dress that will flatter every gal in your group. So what's the newest way to have...
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December 15th, 2010, by Azure
Our fabulous contributors, Bride Buzz, kicked the week off with a very interesting, eco-chic post. We loved it so much we couldn't wait to share it with our Savvy Scoop readers!
With the green weddings trend hitting full stride, a wedding-specific paperless invitation site was sure to hit the web... And it has! Greenvelope is here, and it's all the talk of the Bride Buzz office.
Specializing in wedding stationery, this slick site makes designing & sending your wedding...
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December 13th, 2010, by Azure
About Recycled Bride
Engagement season is here! More than 25% of all engagements happen between Thanksgiving and New Year's, and December is the most popular month for diamond ring sales.
Last week, I had a great time talking to NBC News in Los Angeles about "The New Rules of Engagement Rings" because this year, the old rules are out the window! Couples are looking for affordable, ethical engagement rings that they can feel good about wearing. Read about five of my favorite rings...
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