{"id":46933,"date":"2022-04-21T16:45:00","date_gmt":"2022-04-21T22:45:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.maggiesottero.com\/blog\/?p=46933"},"modified":"2022-04-21T11:16:51","modified_gmt":"2022-04-21T17:16:51","slug":"green-wedding-ideas","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.maggiesottero.com\/blog\/green-wedding-ideas\/","title":{"rendered":"Green Wedding Ideas Inspired By Earth Day For A Sustainable Celebration"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p><strong>Happy Earth Day!<\/strong> Happy Spring! We\u2019re all about the season here at Maggie Sottero Designs\u2026 There\u2019s nothing like that first breath of warm spring air to get you in full \u201cthe hills are alive with the sound of true love\u201d nuptials mode. To celebrate Earth Day and the gorgeous celebrations to come, here are <strong>four green wedding ideas<\/strong> inspired by all things bright, blooming, and beautiful. Keep scrolling!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Additionally\u2026 if you haven\u2019t already, a great place to start planning your wedding vision is our wedding <a href=\"https:\/\/www.maggiesottero.com\/quiz\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong>Style Quiz<\/strong><\/a>. This helps you narrow down your inspiration and browse wedding gowns for your venue, season, and more.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>To start shopping for your bridal dresses for your sustainable wedding, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.maggiesottero.com\/find-a-store\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong>Find An Authorized Retailer<\/strong><\/a>. Your boutique stylist is a perfect resource for planning a chic, lightweight, and ultra-feminine bridal look from head to toe.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you want more tips and tricks and <strong>#MaggieInspiration<\/strong> for your big day, make sure to sign up for some exclusive text messages below!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-content-justification-center is-layout-flex wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button is-style-outline is-style-outline--1\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link\" href=\"https:\/\/maggiebrides.preferences.center\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><span style=\"color:#f411bf\" class=\"has-inline-color\">#MaggieInspiration<\/span><\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-choose-a-green-wedding-venue\"><strong>Choose a Green Wedding Venue<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-gallery columns-1 is-cropped wp-block-gallery-2 is-layout-flex wp-block-gallery-is-layout-flex\"><ul class=\"blocks-gallery-grid\"><li class=\"blocks-gallery-item\"><figure><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"700\" height=\"467\" src=\"https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/KA-721-700x467.jpg\" alt=\"Gay Brides Wearing A-Line Wedding Dresses Called Roxanne By Sottero And Midgley And Zander By Sottero And Midgley\" data-id=\"47171\" data-full-url=\"https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/KA-721.jpg\" data-link=\"https:\/\/www.maggiesottero.com\/blog\/?attachment_id=47171\" class=\"wp-image-47171\" srcset=\"https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/KA-721-700x467.jpg 700w, https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/KA-721-250x167.jpg 250w, https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/KA-721-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/KA-721-1536x1024.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/KA-721-120x80.jpg 120w, https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/KA-721.jpg 1600w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 700px) 100vw, 700px\" \/><\/figure><\/li><\/ul><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center\">PC: Margan Photography<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>With more and more couples looking to lessen their wedding environmental impact, sustainability is becoming a major checklist for modern venues. And hey, good call\u2014the physical venue can certainly make or break the amount of waste your party produces. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Here\u2019s how to plan ahead:<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Book a venue that offers compostable or reusable dishware and utensils. There are plenty of stylish options made from corn, palm leaf, sugarcane, and even cactus.<\/li><li>Ask the venue about recycling and composting options for food waste and trash. They may already have everything you need.<\/li><li>Research energy usage. Many green wedding venues market their carbon offset, renewable energy source, or profit-sharing with fellow environmental organizations.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>As for location and transportation, consider the following:<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-gallery columns-1 is-cropped wp-block-gallery-3 is-layout-flex wp-block-gallery-is-layout-flex\"><ul class=\"blocks-gallery-grid\"><li class=\"blocks-gallery-item\"><figure><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"700\" height=\"467\" src=\"https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/AIDAN_DreamboxPhotography_KaraDurkin-2-700x467.jpg\" alt=\"Bride Walking Through Green Wedding Vineyard Venue With Groom Wearing A Fit And Flare Wedding Dress Called Aidan By Sottero And Midgley\" data-id=\"47172\" data-full-url=\"https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/AIDAN_DreamboxPhotography_KaraDurkin-2-scaled.jpg\" data-link=\"https:\/\/www.maggiesottero.com\/blog\/?attachment_id=47172\" class=\"wp-image-47172\" srcset=\"https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/AIDAN_DreamboxPhotography_KaraDurkin-2-700x467.jpg 700w, https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/AIDAN_DreamboxPhotography_KaraDurkin-2-250x167.jpg 250w, https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/AIDAN_DreamboxPhotography_KaraDurkin-2-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/AIDAN_DreamboxPhotography_KaraDurkin-2-1536x1024.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/AIDAN_DreamboxPhotography_KaraDurkin-2-2048x1365.jpg 2048w, https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/AIDAN_DreamboxPhotography_KaraDurkin-2-120x80.jpg 120w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 700px) 100vw, 700px\" \/><\/figure><\/li><\/ul><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center\">PC: Dreambox Photography<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Choose a central location to lighten your guests\u2019 travel footprint.<\/li><li>If you opt for travel, decrease your guest count.<\/li><li>Encourage a rideshare plan to the venue.<\/li><li>Choose an airline or credit card that offsets the carbon consumption of your travel.<\/li><li>Hire shuttles to decrease unnecessary emissions from guests&#8217; cars.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Inspired by these ideas? Find more green wedding inspo with these <a href=\"https:\/\/www.theknot.com\/content\/eco-friendly-wedding-venues-sustainable-wedding-venues-earth-day#:~:text=1%20The%20Desert%20Botanical%20Garden%20in%20Phoenix%2C%20Arizona.,any%20park%20is%20a%20very%20sustainable%20option.%20\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">ecofriendly wedding ideas for venues<\/a> from The Knot experts, as well as these <a href=\"https:\/\/www.maggiesottero.com\/blog\/beautiful-wedding-venue-ideas\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong>beautiful venue<\/strong> <strong>ideas<\/strong><\/a> from our real brides.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-gallery columns-2 is-cropped wp-block-gallery-4 is-layout-flex wp-block-gallery-is-layout-flex\"><ul class=\"blocks-gallery-grid\"><li class=\"blocks-gallery-item\"><figure><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"700\" height=\"1050\" src=\"https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/MALLORY-DAWN_Bianca-Navejar-Photo_Carli-McReynolds-7-700x1050.jpeg\" alt=\"Bride Wearing A Lace Long Sleeved Ballgown With Groom Called Mallory Dawn By Maggie Sottero\" data-id=\"47169\" data-full-url=\"https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/MALLORY-DAWN_Bianca-Navejar-Photo_Carli-McReynolds-7.jpeg\" data-link=\"https:\/\/www.maggiesottero.com\/blog\/?attachment_id=47169\" class=\"wp-image-47169\" srcset=\"https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/MALLORY-DAWN_Bianca-Navejar-Photo_Carli-McReynolds-7-700x1050.jpeg 700w, https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/MALLORY-DAWN_Bianca-Navejar-Photo_Carli-McReynolds-7-250x375.jpeg 250w, https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/MALLORY-DAWN_Bianca-Navejar-Photo_Carli-McReynolds-7-768x1152.jpeg 768w, https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/MALLORY-DAWN_Bianca-Navejar-Photo_Carli-McReynolds-7-120x180.jpeg 120w, https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/MALLORY-DAWN_Bianca-Navejar-Photo_Carli-McReynolds-7.jpeg 1024w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 700px) 100vw, 700px\" \/><\/figure><\/li><li class=\"blocks-gallery-item\"><figure><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"700\" height=\"467\" src=\"https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/GREENLEY_Sarah-Roshan-Photo_Caroline-Lahn-8-700x467.jpeg\" alt=\"Bride Wearing Greenley By Maggie Sottero Walking Down The Aisle With Groom In Navy Blue Suit In Outdoor Forest Venue\" data-id=\"47168\" data-full-url=\"https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/GREENLEY_Sarah-Roshan-Photo_Caroline-Lahn-8-scaled.jpeg\" data-link=\"https:\/\/www.maggiesottero.com\/blog\/?attachment_id=47168\" class=\"wp-image-47168\" srcset=\"https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/GREENLEY_Sarah-Roshan-Photo_Caroline-Lahn-8-700x467.jpeg 700w, https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/GREENLEY_Sarah-Roshan-Photo_Caroline-Lahn-8-250x167.jpeg 250w, https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/GREENLEY_Sarah-Roshan-Photo_Caroline-Lahn-8-768x512.jpeg 768w, https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/GREENLEY_Sarah-Roshan-Photo_Caroline-Lahn-8-1536x1024.jpeg 1536w, https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/GREENLEY_Sarah-Roshan-Photo_Caroline-Lahn-8-2048x1365.jpeg 2048w, https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/GREENLEY_Sarah-Roshan-Photo_Caroline-Lahn-8-120x80.jpeg 120w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 700px) 100vw, 700px\" \/><\/figure><\/li><\/ul><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center\">PC: Bianca Navejar Photography | PC: Sarah Roshan Photography<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Shopping for romantic and ethereal bridal gowns for your green wedding? A few of our top picks include:<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.maggiesottero.com\/maggie-sottero\/aidan\/15745\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Aidan by Maggie Sottero<\/a>, a sexy and ultra-feminine sheath wedding dress with a stunning bodice treatment. This is a beautiful choice for a nature-inspired party. The soft lace and crepe are truly one-of-a-kind.<\/li><li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.maggiesottero.com\/sottero-and-midgley\/roxanne\/16182\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Roxanne by Sottero and Midgley<\/a>, a divine ball gown wedding dress with an over-the-top lace pattern. This style is the perfect balance of effortless and glam. Think regal princess meets midsummer night\u2019s dream.<\/li><li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.maggiesottero.com\/sottero-and-midgley\/zander\/11869\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Zander by Sottero and Midgley<\/a>, a showstopping ball gown with long sleeves and a sexy nude underlay. Choose ivory for a traditional vibe, or gothic-chic for a nontraditional flair.<\/li><li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.maggiesottero.com\/maggie-sottero\/greenley\/16115\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Greenley by Maggie Sottero<\/a>, an enchanting fit-and-flare bridal dress with shimmery lace flourishes. This look is a little sweet and a little sexy, a truly timeless choice for your green wedding.\u00a0<\/li><li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.maggiesottero.com\/maggie-sottero\/mallory-dawn\/11806\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Mallory Dawn by Maggie Sottero<\/a>, a modern princess ball gown with shimmery lace and a gorgeous sleeve treatment. A lovely complement to your garden, forest, greenhouse, or manor wedding venue.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Green Wedding D\u00e9cor<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-gallery columns-3 is-cropped wp-block-gallery-5 is-layout-flex wp-block-gallery-is-layout-flex\"><ul class=\"blocks-gallery-grid\"><li class=\"blocks-gallery-item\"><figure><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"700\" height=\"467\" src=\"https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/KA-641-700x467.jpg\" alt=\"Wedding Guests Sitting On Thrifted Furniture At Wedding For A Green Wedding Idea\" data-id=\"47186\" data-full-url=\"https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/KA-641.jpg\" data-link=\"https:\/\/www.maggiesottero.com\/blog\/?attachment_id=47186\" class=\"wp-image-47186\" srcset=\"https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/KA-641-700x467.jpg 700w, https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/KA-641-250x167.jpg 250w, https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/KA-641-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/KA-641-1536x1024.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/KA-641-120x80.jpg 120w, https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/KA-641.jpg 1600w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 700px) 100vw, 700px\" \/><\/figure><\/li><li class=\"blocks-gallery-item\"><figure><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"700\" height=\"1050\" src=\"https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/673-Kelsey-Noah-Wedding-KK6A7152-700x1050.jpg\" alt=\"Photo Of Thrifted Vase With Hand Picked Flower In It As A Sustainable Wedding Idea\" data-id=\"47174\" data-full-url=\"https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/673-Kelsey-Noah-Wedding-KK6A7152-scaled.jpg\" data-link=\"https:\/\/www.maggiesottero.com\/blog\/?attachment_id=47174\" class=\"wp-image-47174\" srcset=\"https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/673-Kelsey-Noah-Wedding-KK6A7152-700x1050.jpg 700w, https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/673-Kelsey-Noah-Wedding-KK6A7152-250x375.jpg 250w, https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/673-Kelsey-Noah-Wedding-KK6A7152-768x1152.jpg 768w, https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/673-Kelsey-Noah-Wedding-KK6A7152-1024x1536.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/673-Kelsey-Noah-Wedding-KK6A7152-1365x2048.jpg 1365w, https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/673-Kelsey-Noah-Wedding-KK6A7152-120x180.jpg 120w, https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/673-Kelsey-Noah-Wedding-KK6A7152-scaled.jpg 1706w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 700px) 100vw, 700px\" \/><\/figure><\/li><li class=\"blocks-gallery-item\"><figure><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"700\" height=\"467\" src=\"https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/KA-521-700x467.jpg\" alt=\"Green Wedding Ideas of Thrifting Furniture Of Your Wedding With A Photo Of Wedding Guests Playing Thrifted Connect Four Game At Backyard Wedding\" data-id=\"47185\" data-full-url=\"https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/KA-521.jpg\" data-link=\"https:\/\/www.maggiesottero.com\/blog\/?attachment_id=47185\" class=\"wp-image-47185\" srcset=\"https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/KA-521-700x467.jpg 700w, https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/KA-521-250x167.jpg 250w, https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/KA-521-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/KA-521-1536x1024.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/KA-521-120x80.jpg 120w, https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/KA-521.jpg 1600w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 700px) 100vw, 700px\" \/><\/figure><\/li><\/ul><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center\">PC: Margan Photography | PC: Unknown<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.theknot.com\/content\/recycled-paper-wedding-invitations\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Send wedding invites made with recycled paper<\/a>. Add a soft garden theme to set the tone for your eco-chic celebration.<\/li><li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.maggiesottero.com\/blog\/diy-wedding-projects\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">DIY your centerpieces, d\u00e9cor, embellishments<\/a>. You can enlist the help of your wedding party and make it a weekend celebration.<\/li><li>Rent your d\u00e9cor instead of buying it. Your venue may have options for furniture, centerpieces, tablecloths, lighting, signage, and banquet table accessories.<\/li><li>Borrow pieces from friends and family. (Then pass it along to the next happy couple!)<\/li><li>Buy used d\u00e9cor off your local classifieds. You can often find once-used centerpieces, arches, photobooth props, and more for half the price.<\/li><li>Continue this recycling after the wedding: Sell, donate, or repurpose your d\u00e9cor instead of trashing it.<\/li><li>Use seasonal florals. This helps decrease your impact on water, transport, and fertilizer.<\/li><li>Embrace your venue\u2019s natural light or use a sustainable lighting system. For example, outdoor venues are perfect for a late afternoon party in the summer. And greenhouses and garden centers make naturally luminous indoor options.<\/li><li>Once you\u2019ve chosen a few top-tier d\u00e9cor items, focus on the venue itself. What built-in backdrops, d\u00e9cor, and architectural details can you utilize to your full advantage? (No need for extra plastic and bunting when the venue already has a full peony garden.)<\/li><li>Gift ecofriendly wedding guest favors. (Edible favors are always a hit!)<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Easy d\u00e9cor and equipment to thrift:<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Candles, tea lights, and candlesticks.<\/li><li>Vases<\/li><li>Party favors<\/li><li>Baskets<\/li><li>Spray paint for DIY d\u00e9cor projects<\/li><li>Picture frames for a photo wall or table<\/li><li>Diamond confetti<\/li><li>China cups and saucers<\/li><li>Vintage chairs for the happy couple<\/li><li>Wine and champagne glasses<\/li><li>Fairy lights and lanterns<\/li><li>Mismatched tablecloths<\/li><li>Silk flowers and wreaths<\/li><li>Costume jewelry<\/li><li>Photobooth props<\/li><li>Bar essentials: ice buckets, drink dispensers, and chalkboards<\/li><li>Craft materials: bunting, metallic stars, and unique accents<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Here are a few sustainable wedding ideas for successful thrifting:<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Know what you\u2019re looking for when you walk into a Goodwill or flea market. The point of thrifting for a green wedding is to reduce your impact and consumption\u2014not add to junk you already have or don\u2019t need.<\/li><li>Scan for color, texture, and intentional mismatching. It\u2019s important to be quick yet effective; too much or too little effort won\u2019t give you great results.<\/li><li>Start going to thrift stores often before the big day. You won\u2019t find everything you need in one shopping run.<\/li><li>Go to several different stores in different areas. It really boils down to a numbers game; you\u2019ll find a more complete selection of items by expanding your radius.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-gallery columns-1 is-cropped wp-block-gallery-6 is-layout-flex wp-block-gallery-is-layout-flex\"><ul class=\"blocks-gallery-grid\"><li class=\"blocks-gallery-item\"><figure><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"700\" height=\"1006\" src=\"https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/BURKE_Haley-McElroy-Photography_Giselle-Lollar-1-700x1006.jpg\" alt=\"Bride And Groom Using Sustainable Lighting With Tea Candles With Bride Wearing A Vintage-Lace Wedding Dress Called Burke By Maggie Sottero\" data-id=\"47178\" data-full-url=\"https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/BURKE_Haley-McElroy-Photography_Giselle-Lollar-1-scaled.jpg\" data-link=\"https:\/\/www.maggiesottero.com\/blog\/?attachment_id=47178\" class=\"wp-image-47178\" srcset=\"https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/BURKE_Haley-McElroy-Photography_Giselle-Lollar-1-700x1006.jpg 700w, https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/BURKE_Haley-McElroy-Photography_Giselle-Lollar-1-250x359.jpg 250w, https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/BURKE_Haley-McElroy-Photography_Giselle-Lollar-1-768x1104.jpg 768w, https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/BURKE_Haley-McElroy-Photography_Giselle-Lollar-1-1068x1536.jpg 1068w, https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/BURKE_Haley-McElroy-Photography_Giselle-Lollar-1-1425x2048.jpg 1425w, https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/BURKE_Haley-McElroy-Photography_Giselle-Lollar-1-120x173.jpg 120w, https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/BURKE_Haley-McElroy-Photography_Giselle-Lollar-1-scaled.jpg 1781w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 700px) 100vw, 700px\" \/><\/figure><\/li><\/ul><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center\"> PC: Haley McElroy Photography <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>This gorgeous bridal dress is <a href=\"https:\/\/www.maggiesottero.com\/maggie-sottero\/burke\/16468\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong>Burke by Maggie Sottero<\/strong><\/a> and is perfect for a botanical wedding them\u2026 Think palm fronds, vintage d\u00e9cor, midcentury accents, and industrial-chic backdrops.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Green Wedding Ideas for Food and Drink<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-gallery columns-3 is-cropped wp-block-gallery-7 is-layout-flex wp-block-gallery-is-layout-flex\"><ul class=\"blocks-gallery-grid\"><li class=\"blocks-gallery-item\"><figure><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"700\" height=\"467\" src=\"https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/JV8A6255-700x467.jpg\" alt=\"Photo Of Salad For A Green Wedding Idea To Keep Your Celebration Sustainable\" data-id=\"47183\" data-full-url=\"https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/JV8A6255-scaled.jpg\" data-link=\"https:\/\/www.maggiesottero.com\/blog\/?attachment_id=47183\" class=\"wp-image-47183\" srcset=\"https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/JV8A6255-700x467.jpg 700w, https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/JV8A6255-250x167.jpg 250w, https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/JV8A6255-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/JV8A6255-1536x1024.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/JV8A6255-2048x1365.jpg 2048w, https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/JV8A6255-120x80.jpg 120w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 700px) 100vw, 700px\" \/><\/figure><\/li><li class=\"blocks-gallery-item\"><figure><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"700\" height=\"872\" src=\"https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/ELAINE_NikNguyenPhoto_Errin-5-700x872.jpeg\" alt=\"Photo Of Vintage Thrifted Wine Glasses For A Green Wedding Idea For A Sustainable Celebration\" data-id=\"47180\" data-full-url=\"https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/ELAINE_NikNguyenPhoto_Errin-5.jpeg\" data-link=\"https:\/\/www.maggiesottero.com\/blog\/?attachment_id=47180\" class=\"wp-image-47180\" srcset=\"https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/ELAINE_NikNguyenPhoto_Errin-5-700x872.jpeg 700w, https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/ELAINE_NikNguyenPhoto_Errin-5-250x311.jpeg 250w, https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/ELAINE_NikNguyenPhoto_Errin-5-768x957.jpeg 768w, https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/ELAINE_NikNguyenPhoto_Errin-5-1233x1536.jpeg 1233w, https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/ELAINE_NikNguyenPhoto_Errin-5-120x150.jpeg 120w, https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/ELAINE_NikNguyenPhoto_Errin-5.jpeg 1440w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 700px) 100vw, 700px\" \/><\/figure><\/li><li class=\"blocks-gallery-item\"><figure><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"700\" height=\"1050\" src=\"https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/Amy-Scott-Wedding-0701-700x1050.jpg\" alt=\"Photo Of Locally Curated Foods For A Green Wedding Idea For A Sustainable Celebration\" data-id=\"47176\" data-full-url=\"https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/Amy-Scott-Wedding-0701-scaled.jpg\" data-link=\"https:\/\/www.maggiesottero.com\/blog\/?attachment_id=47176\" class=\"wp-image-47176\" srcset=\"https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/Amy-Scott-Wedding-0701-700x1050.jpg 700w, https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/Amy-Scott-Wedding-0701-250x375.jpg 250w, https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/Amy-Scott-Wedding-0701-768x1152.jpg 768w, https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/Amy-Scott-Wedding-0701-1024x1536.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/Amy-Scott-Wedding-0701-1366x2048.jpg 1366w, https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/Amy-Scott-Wedding-0701-120x180.jpg 120w, https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/Amy-Scott-Wedding-0701-scaled.jpg 1707w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 700px) 100vw, 700px\" \/><\/figure><\/li><\/ul><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center\">PC: Unknown | PC: Nik Nguyen Photography<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Purchase biodegradable cutlery and plates, or thrift reusable pieces<\/li><li>Donate or compost leftover food or send guests home with leftovers in compostable containers.<\/li><li>Supply bins for recycle, compost, and trash.<\/li><li>Source organic or local food from ecofriendly vendors.<\/li><li>Serve vegan or vegetarian food to lessen your carbon footprint.<\/li><li>Ditch the plastic water bottles in lieu of refillable drink stations\u2014or invest a little extra catering budget to canned or boxed water.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Sustainable Wedding Ceremony and Reception Ideas<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-gallery columns-2 is-cropped wp-block-gallery-8 is-layout-flex wp-block-gallery-is-layout-flex\"><ul class=\"blocks-gallery-grid\"><li class=\"blocks-gallery-item\"><figure><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"700\" height=\"933\" src=\"https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/savannah-latimer-and-riker-lynch-wedding-lucy-cuneo-KIMORA-25-700x933.jpg\" alt=\"Photo Of Flower Petal Send Off For Wedding Instead Of Rice Or Confetti\" data-id=\"47190\" data-full-url=\"https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/savannah-latimer-and-riker-lynch-wedding-lucy-cuneo-KIMORA-25-scaled.jpg\" data-link=\"https:\/\/www.maggiesottero.com\/blog\/?attachment_id=47190\" class=\"wp-image-47190\" srcset=\"https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/savannah-latimer-and-riker-lynch-wedding-lucy-cuneo-KIMORA-25-700x933.jpg 700w, https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/savannah-latimer-and-riker-lynch-wedding-lucy-cuneo-KIMORA-25-250x333.jpg 250w, https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/savannah-latimer-and-riker-lynch-wedding-lucy-cuneo-KIMORA-25-768x1024.jpg 768w, https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/savannah-latimer-and-riker-lynch-wedding-lucy-cuneo-KIMORA-25-1152x1536.jpg 1152w, https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/savannah-latimer-and-riker-lynch-wedding-lucy-cuneo-KIMORA-25-1536x2048.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/savannah-latimer-and-riker-lynch-wedding-lucy-cuneo-KIMORA-25-120x160.jpg 120w, https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/savannah-latimer-and-riker-lynch-wedding-lucy-cuneo-KIMORA-25-scaled.jpg 1920w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 700px) 100vw, 700px\" \/><\/figure><\/li><li class=\"blocks-gallery-item\"><figure><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"700\" height=\"1050\" src=\"https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/savannah-latimer-and-riker-lynch-wedding-lucy-cuneo-KIMORA-35-700x1050.jpg\" alt=\"Photo Of Bride Wearing A Ballgown Called Kimora By Sottero And Midgley Walking Down The Aisle With Groom With Flower Send Off\" data-id=\"47191\" data-full-url=\"https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/savannah-latimer-and-riker-lynch-wedding-lucy-cuneo-KIMORA-35-scaled.jpg\" data-link=\"https:\/\/www.maggiesottero.com\/blog\/?attachment_id=47191\" class=\"wp-image-47191\" srcset=\"https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/savannah-latimer-and-riker-lynch-wedding-lucy-cuneo-KIMORA-35-700x1050.jpg 700w, https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/savannah-latimer-and-riker-lynch-wedding-lucy-cuneo-KIMORA-35-250x375.jpg 250w, https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/savannah-latimer-and-riker-lynch-wedding-lucy-cuneo-KIMORA-35-768x1152.jpg 768w, https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/savannah-latimer-and-riker-lynch-wedding-lucy-cuneo-KIMORA-35-1024x1536.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/savannah-latimer-and-riker-lynch-wedding-lucy-cuneo-KIMORA-35-1365x2048.jpg 1365w, https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/savannah-latimer-and-riker-lynch-wedding-lucy-cuneo-KIMORA-35-120x180.jpg 120w, https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/savannah-latimer-and-riker-lynch-wedding-lucy-cuneo-KIMORA-35-scaled.jpg 1707w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 700px) 100vw, 700px\" \/><\/figure><\/li><\/ul><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center\">PC: Lucy Cuneo<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Stage a green exit with biodegradable or natural confetti like hole punch leaves, dried herbs, popcorn, bird seed, bubbles, cake sprinkles, and flower petals. (Rice is bad for birds! If you choose rice, make sure you do it inside the venue and sweep up after.)<\/li><li>Other biodegradable confetti alternatives are streamers, balloons, glow sticks, or ribbon wands that guests hold onto instead of throwing. This minimizes trash but still makes for a fabulous photo op. (And they\u2019re perfect wedding favors for kids.)<\/li><li>Source cruelty-free makeup and hair products, or products with minimal packaging and delivery distance. Additionally, you can reduce purchases by using makeup and jewelry you already own.<\/li><li>Make your place cards and signage biodegradable or reusable, or skip them entirely. \u00a0<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-gallery columns-2 is-cropped wp-block-gallery-9 is-layout-flex wp-block-gallery-is-layout-flex\"><ul class=\"blocks-gallery-grid\"><li class=\"blocks-gallery-item\"><figure><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"700\" height=\"467\" src=\"https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/KA-484-700x467.jpg\" alt=\"\" data-id=\"47184\" data-full-url=\"https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/KA-484.jpg\" data-link=\"https:\/\/www.maggiesottero.com\/blog\/?attachment_id=47184\" class=\"wp-image-47184\" srcset=\"https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/KA-484-700x467.jpg 700w, https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/KA-484-250x167.jpg 250w, https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/KA-484-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/KA-484-1536x1024.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/KA-484-120x80.jpg 120w, https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/KA-484.jpg 1600w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 700px) 100vw, 700px\" \/><\/figure><\/li><li class=\"blocks-gallery-item\"><figure><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"700\" height=\"1050\" src=\"https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/Carmen_Jesse_Wedding-35-700x1050.jpg\" alt=\"\" data-id=\"47179\" data-full-url=\"https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/Carmen_Jesse_Wedding-35.jpg\" data-link=\"https:\/\/www.maggiesottero.com\/blog\/?attachment_id=47179\" class=\"wp-image-47179\" srcset=\"https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/Carmen_Jesse_Wedding-35-700x1050.jpg 700w, https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/Carmen_Jesse_Wedding-35-250x375.jpg 250w, https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/Carmen_Jesse_Wedding-35-768x1152.jpg 768w, https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/Carmen_Jesse_Wedding-35-120x180.jpg 120w, https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/Carmen_Jesse_Wedding-35.jpg 1024w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 700px) 100vw, 700px\" \/><\/figure><\/li><\/ul><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center\">PC: Margan Photography | PC: Unknown<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Arrange for guests to gift sustainably. For example, you could ask them to donate to a climate organization, wildlife fund, or social justice fund in lieu of gifts. You can also choose products from a likeminded organization, or you could also ask for secondhand gifts. There\u2019s also monetary contributions to an eco-project like solar panels, a waterwise garden, an electric car, or an eco honeymoon.<\/li><li>Eco honeymoons are a lovely option for environmentally conscious couples. For example, you might choose an airline that offsets your carbon emissions (or donate to an organization who will on your behalf). You could also head to a destination with unique environmental wedding activities for couples\u2026 Think wildlife activism, charity work, or a public works project.\u00a0<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Love this bride\u2019s look? This shimmery ball gown wedding dress is <a href=\"https:\/\/www.maggiesottero.com\/sottero-and-midgley\/kimora\/11855\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong>Kimora by Sottero and Midgley<\/strong><\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">We hope you love our gallery of ecofriendly wedding ideas! <\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Again, if you\u2019re ready to shop wedding dresses, we have the perfect place to start. <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.maggiesottero.com\/find-a-store\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Find A Boutique<\/a> Near You<\/strong> to book your appointment to find the dress of your dreams!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>You can also check out more inspiration from real brides on our gallery page: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.maggiesottero.com\/brides\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong>Share Your Wedding | Maggie Sottero<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Sign up for our Newsletter: <\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-content-justification-center is-layout-flex wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button is-style-outline is-style-outline--10\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link\" href=\"https:\/\/maggiesottero.preferences.center\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><span style=\"color:#f61cd1\" class=\"has-inline-color\">Newsletter Signup<\/span><\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Explore the blogs before for more wedding dress trends in a variety of styles:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li><a href=\"http:\/\/\u2022%09https:\/www.maggiesottero.com\/blog\/spring-wedding-colors\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Spring Wedding Colors<\/a>, including inspiration for bridesmaid gowns, d\u00e9cor, florals, venues, invites, and more.<\/li><li><a href=\"http:\/\/\u2022%09https:\/www.maggiesottero.com\/blog\/your-wedding-day-horoscope-inspired-by-pantones-color-of-the-year\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Wedding Horoscope Inspiration<\/a>, as inspired by Pantone\u2019s color of the year. Perfect for the chic, artsy, or cottagecore bride.<\/li><li><a href=\"http:\/\/\u2022%09https:\/www.maggiesottero.com\/blog\/12-month-pre-wedding-beauty-and-health-plan\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Your 12-Month Beauty and Health Plan<\/a> to help you get wellness, beauty, activity, and mental well-being on track for your best day ever.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Happy Earth Day from Maggie Sottero Designs! May your green wedding be as chic, sweet, and beautiful as all your favorite places in nature. Best wishes!<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"Happy Earth Day! Happy Spring! We\u2019re all about the season here at Maggie Sottero Designs\u2026 There\u2019s nothing like that first breath of warm spring air to get you in full \u201cthe hills are alive with the sound of true love\u201d nuptials mode. 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