If the event is one at which guests usually bring gifts, you might add to the invitation that the couple is interested in the environment. But do not make it sound as though, the guests are obligated to bring eco-friendly gifts. This may be difficult for most people to do and may cause hard feelings. [...]

If decorating the tables with fancy candles, try using organic soy candles or palm oil based candles with all cotton wicks. The idea is to avoid petroleum based candles and lead wicks which are toxic when burned.

When purchasing supplies, try to buy in bulk instead of large quantities of small packets. This way, there will be less packaging to throw away.

Undoubtedly, it will be hard to replace paper napkins altogether at most functions. For the wedding reception, the couple may opt for fancy linens on the table which would mean that each guest would have a cloth napkin as part of his/her place setting. But for other functions, cloth napkins may not be feasible. To [...]

It is inevitable that every time someone holds a function, the host will run to the store to buy plastic forks, spoons and knives. But stop and wait a second please. If the couple in whose honor you are giving the party prefers to reduce and preserve, purchase utensils that are biodegradable. These special utensils [...]

While disposable cameras have become all the rage and many people tout the use of these convenient cameras, one must remember that the key feature of these cameras is their disposability. That denotes the idea that it is supposed to be thrown away. And while many film developers offer to send them to the recycling [...]

One of the most obvious ways in which to use eco-friendly products is the replacement of styrofoam cups with recycled paper cups. Styrofoam does not break down and it does not decompose. Not only does it sit idle in garbage dumps, it is littered all over the streets and is a real hazard to wildlife. [...]

Bridal showers, pre-wedding day parties and engagement announcement gatherings all create an environment for the use of plastic forks, knives, spoons and plates. But if the bride and groom are serious about preserving and protecting the earth, their families and friends who host these events should respect the couple’s feelings and try to do their [...]

Ecoism, saving the environment and recycling have been societal buzzwords for some time now. But do you ever wonder how the eco-friendly trend relates to the wedding industry, specifically planning a wedding. Most people cannot even grasp the true nature of being environmentally conscious when it comes to planning a wedding. Ecoism, however, is very [...]