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The Natural Bride: When It Comes To Wedding Fashion, “Green” Is The New White

by Mia Bolaris-Forget (Staff Writer NYCityWeddings)

You may still want to wear white on you wedding day, but earth-friendly brides may also want to ensure their dress is “green”.

· Something “Old”: Experts suggest getting a gown that’s “not so new”, and that may mean rummaging through racks at some local vintage shops and second hand stores. This helps reduce fuels and decreases the demand for overseas labor. Looking into health campaign sponsored programs such as Brides Against Breast Cancer and others that allow proceeds to benefit terminally ill patients. Find these charities online and nationwide during seasonal sales and sample sales both from designers and (upscale) showrooms and bridal salons.

· Make a charitable contribution: Once you’re done with your gown and all the famfare and excitement that surrounds it, consider donating it to charity (especially if it’s NOT a family heirloom. Consider making a donation to a local consignment shop, organization your support, or selling it online then giving your earnings to one of your favourite organizations or charities.

· Customize your creation: Consider having your gown custom-made using natural (organic) materials and fibers such as cotton, silk, or silk blends, and that you’ve preferably picked out yourself.

· Maids of Honour: Ask maids to also do the honourable thing and donate their dresses to an organization or charity of their choice. Many “re-gift” these dresses to underprivileged teens who can’t (otherwise) afford a prom dress.