An Appalachian Hobbit Inspired Wedding with a Private Self-Uniting Ceremony

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Tony Ebersole

February 10, 2025

Rhiannon and Gunnar chose a completely private, self-uniting ceremony at Trough Creek Park in James Creek, Pennsylvania. A week later, they hosted a micro-reception with 17 guests. As an introverted couple who don’t enjoy being the centre of attention, they found that something small, private, and meaningful was the perfect fit. Their total wedding budget was $3,500, with their primary expenses being food and drinks.

No-Waste Rural Italian Wedding with Drag Queens

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Francesca Vecchi

May 31, 2024

Despite living 200 miles apart, Sonia and Gloria met in a nightclub in Bologna. It was love at first sight with Gloria joke-proposing 10 days later! It took 10 years for them to actually get married, but they finally sealed the deal in the picturesque backdrop of Antica Corte Ortalli in Reggio Emilia. They wanted a rustic vibe with a big party feel.

Wedding Styling but Make it Ethical: How to Not ‘Fast Fashion’ Your Wedding Decor

Kate Forsyth

Arche Creative

January 22, 2024

Looking for mindful ways to create the wedding you want while still showing our planet some love?  From considered approaches to seeking sustainable alternatives, it's time to make your wedding styling kickass and ethical.

Sustainable, Native Flower Inspired Yarra Valley Wedding

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Sarah Godenzi

January 16, 2024

Describing their wedding theme as "relaxed, welcoming and a little bit farmy", Erin and Adrian ultimately aimed for a down-to-earth and relaxed atmosphere. Their love for nature and passion for sustainability played a significant role in shaping the day, from their outdoor ceremony, their use of native flowers and even the bride's sustainable dress, which was made from the fabric of the one her mother wore when she got married.

How To Sell Your Secondhand Wedding Dress

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Ross Willsher

October 30, 2023

Selling your wedding dress on after your big day is a great idea – it’s better for the planet, you’re helping another bride-to-be find a bargain and you can make some money back. However, for all those reasons (and more) it can be a tricky thing to do.

Eco-Friendly, Tolkien-Inspired Wedding in North Wales

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Fox and Bear

April 25, 2023

When Ayeisha and Tom started planning their May 2022 wedding, they knew they wanted it to reflect their values. They spend a lot of their free time in nature, are both vegan and the environment is super important to them, so these for the main references for the day,

Why You Should Choose Lab Grown Stone For Your Engagement Ring

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November 2, 2022

Your Wedding Doesn’t Have to Save the Planet (But It Doesn’t Have to Help Wreck It Either)

Kate Forsyth

Electric Sugar Elopements

July 4, 2022

It’s not up to you to solve the climate crisis single-handedly, but making eco-conscious choices with your wedding can make all the difference.

Something Old, Something New, Something Borrowed, Something… Braggably Sustainable

Harri Rose

June 27, 2022

One of the best things you can do to ensure your wedding is as sustainable as possible is to work with local small suppliers who model genuine sustainability in their own businesses.

Moissanite Engagement Rings: A More Ethical Option

Kat

May 30, 2022

We’re experiencing unparalleled times; pandemics, wars, prices rises and increasing environmental issues. It’s easy to feel a bit gloomy, but – in the immortal words of D:Ream – things can only get better (she says, with fingers firmly crossed!)

Love Sustained: An Eco Wedding Editorial for Rock n Roll Bride Magazine

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Devlin Photos

May 18, 2022

Issue 43: The Eco Issue is Now Available for Pre-Order

Kat

February 26, 2022

Can I be honest with you? I am really nervous about putting out this issue of the magazine. Why? Because I am terrified of getting it wrong.

Saying ‘I do’ to Climate Action: How to be an Eco Badass on your Big Day

Harri Rose

Amy Woodham

November 15, 2021

Minimalist, Bohemian Wedding on a Budget with Eco Considerations

Sophie Cooke

Sophie Cass

July 15, 2020

Sustainable Bridal Fashion from Bowen Dryden: Introducing The Poem Collection

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Dennis C Valdez

February 20, 2020

Looking for a wedding dress that's unique (duh!), beautiful but also kind to the planet? Then you are going to adore Bowen Dryden's newest offering, which just dropped last week! The Poem collection features billowing tiered dresses, coat dresses, hot pants, palazzo pants and cropped tops.

Recycled Festival Wedding Inspired by Lost Village Festival!

Sophie Cooke

Rachel Sherlock

November 9, 2019

Emelya and Alistair’s August wedding had a very specific inspiration - Lost Village Festival in Lincoln. They wanted to recreate a surrealism and intimacy of the yearly dance festival, holding their day in their own abandoned forest in Devon.

Eco-Conscious, Festival-Inspired Wedding Weekend with Rave Reception

Sophie Cooke

Daz Mack

March 14, 2019

When Jess and Chris decided to get married, they found that the place they drew inspiration from the most was seeing how other people had done things their own way. They chose elements that they had enjoyed from other weddings, and did away with traditions they felt had no meaning to them.

Colourful, Communal & Environmentally-Friendly Wedding in a Woodland

Ellie Kime

Solen

June 4, 2018

Rea and Rhi's colourful woodland wedding is not only beautiful to look at, it's a totally feelgood day too. Their inspiration for the day was about community, with everyone coming together to support them and celebrate their connection. There's a beautiful communal spirit that oozes out of these photos. And with a colour scheme that extended to 'hot pink, yolk yellow, orange, salmon and purple', it was also all things bright and beautiful!

Eco & Ethical Quaker Wedding with the Bride in a Tartan Dress!

Erin Balfour

Sandrachile

December 20, 2017

Phoebe and Brett's wedding had ethical intentions at its core. From using a CSA (community supported agriculture) florist, to sourcing local female vendors, to donating leftover food to homeless charities, its a wedding that's all heart. And also a ton of fun and stylish - have you seen the punky tartan outfits and the bride's boots?!

Eco-Friendly Wedding in Slovenia

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Nejc Bole

September 17, 2016

Jasmina and Mihael's Slovenian wedding was all about nature. They kept things small and they spent only €1000 on the day. "Our colours were white, black and dark green with elements of wood, jute and lace", said the bride. "We wanted to have a lot of wooden elements and to completely ban plastic from our table sets."