Sara Mossman
Green Editor
FEATURED BOND MEMBER
Nelle Johnston of ZahZoom Events creates beautiful green weddings.
Reduce, Recycle, Reinvent
The concept of an “environmentally aware” wedding seems at first mention like a true contradiction in terms. The notion of sustainability brings to mind images of scaling back, of conservation, of constraint – a far cry from what most people envision for their wedding day. Is it even possible to create an event as massive as a wedding – with the myriad moving parts, inevitable dramas and expense – while at the same time thinking about the Earth’s wellbeing?
Eco-Luxury
"Ecological" does not mean roughing it at the new breed of luxury eco-resorts. Perfect for a destination wedding or an exotic honeymoon, relax and rest assured that these beautiful settings are not being sullied in any way by your stay.
Eco-Registries
High-end designers and manufacturers are committing to environmentally friendly processes without sacrificing beauty or the environment. Many luxury boutiques now feature a conscientious selection of sustainable products that are available through their gift and wedding registries.
Back To Earth
The age of the megawedding is over. Today’s nuptial celebrations are becoming much more edited affairs than those of previous generations. You needn’t worry about offending the third-cousin-twice-removed because she didn’t receive an invitation.
Biodynamics
There are seemingly endless possibilities to cull from when choosing a wine to serve. For those who want to “keep it green” in the beverage department, there are two relatively new wine trends to consider: organic and biodynamic. Biodynamic (BD) agriculture is a technique that elevates the idea of organic farming to new heights by creating optimal soil conditions. Through the use of natural fertilizers and close attention to cosmic cycles, biodynamic agriculture is like organic growing with an extra boost of spiritual karma.
Petite Organics
The frilly white wedding cake is now semi-retired and has been replaced with organic ingredients, modern design, natural beauty and a bit of whimsical flair. The trend towards small cakes, tarts and, of course, cupcakes is infiltrating organic bakeries around the world.