A green bridal shower is a wonderful way to honor a bride adopting an environmentally friendly lifestyle. We so often forget that parties are hotbeds of post-consumer waste: paper, plastic, and food just end up in the trash.
The bride will immensely appreciate the steps you take to keep her shower from falling into the same trap. These green bridal shower ideas highlight the beauty of what is natural and simple.
Brighten the planet's future as you help the bride prepare for hers!
1. Solar Power! When choosing the
location for a green bridal shower, opt for one with many large windows. You'll want to allow in as much natural sunlight as possible without seating guests directly in it. Not only will a sun-drenched room keep energy costs down, but it sets the stage for the wholesome, feel-good vibe of eco-livng.If sunlight is not in abundance, twist compact fluorescent lightbulbs into your lamps for guilt-free visibility! Even better, hold a green bridal shower outside. But be sure to reserve a back-up location, just in case it rains.
2. Get the Word Out
You have several environmentally friendly alternatives to standard invitations, just perfect for a green bridal shower:
Good. Buy invitations that are made with a high percentage of recycled paper. Bonus points if they are printed with vegetable-based inks.
Better. Sending postcard invitations removes the need for envelopes, which are just a (preventable) waste of paper.
Best. E-vites instantly reach their recipients without leaving any unwanted footprints. For guests who don't have an e-mail address, a simple telephone call will suffice.
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