 On average wedding dresses cost somewhere around $900. Not only is this a bit expensive, but these dresses will typically never be worn again and are not made of eco-friendly materials. By doing a little bit of research, EnviroCitizen.org has found that it is possible to find green wedding dresses !
Here are some of our favorite green wedding dress fashion tips :
- Local Dresses - Local dresses include are typically constructed using local products and require less shipping of goods to be made.
- Handmade Dresses - Handmade dresses can be found locally as well as out of state (although we would suggest local). If you have a friend or family member who sews, it may be possible to use their talents to help you create the perfect green wedding dress. Whether you buy or make this handmade dress, choose sustainable fabrics such as hemp, peace silk, organic cotton, bamboo, silk blends or vintage fabrics. You can purchase a design or you can do it yourself. Sustainable fabrics can typically be found at local fabric stores or can be ordered on line.
- Vintage or Used - Vintage or gently-used dresses are available in abundance both locally as well as online. You will probably have the most luck looking at vintage websites or community-based websites with classified sections. Even local thrift stores can have a fabulous choice or two. Also, don’t be close-minded when looking at vintage or used dress. They can often be altered to fit you if they are too big. It is typically more complicated if the dress is too small, though some seamstresses can still get the job done. Keep in mind that you can always embellish or alter the look of the dress once you have it, to suit your personal taste and theme of your wedding.
- Consider Your Shoes - Used or eco-friendly shoes that have been well-cared for are inexpensive, easy to find and equally as beautiful as new shoes. Find a pair of shoes that compliments your green, environmentally friendly wedding dress.
After the wedding consider what you want to do with your dress. Some women are beginning to choose a dress that they can wear again and again. Sometimes, they are bought with the intention of only wearing them once. These dresses are hard to part with due to the memories they bear. If you are willing and able to part with it, EnviroCitizen.org suggests that you consider donating it to a non-profit organization that uses the proceeds from the sale of your dress for other worthy causes. After all, you will always have your memories and photographs to help you cherish your special day ! |
