Green Weddings
Gowns
Of course budget plays a large role in the selection of a wedding gown, but many alternatives exist for all budget levels:
- Support local designers who will work with you to make suggestions on what natural materials one can use. Silk is a popular choice and eco-sustainable fabrics are now being offered.
- Wedding gowns and bridesmaids dresses can be purchased or sold on eBay.
- A keepsake of the wedding gown can be made by using the fabric for a quilt, wall hanging or even a christening outfit.
- Consider wearing or redesigning your mother's or grandmother's dress - I have seen one dress pass through four generations!
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Photography
The use of digital cameras for at least some of the photography eliminates the need for film and reduces the use of chemicals for film development. In the years since the introduction of digital cameras for wedding photography, most photographers in the Bay Area have included the digital option. Some photographers use both digital and film. Make your preference known when interviewing wedding photographers.