Green Wedding Traditions
An eco-friendly wedding will not only strip it of energy-sucking extras, it’s also far less expensive. Minimize the occasion’s carbon footprint by taking a cue from these standout green wedding customs and tradi- tions from other countries.
Canada
Rather than buy wrapped gifts, guests pay for each kiss from the bride or groom, and also pay for part of the honeymoon.
China
The bride and groom travel in one car to the ceremony.
Indonesia
Family members invite wedding guests by walking to their homes to pay a visit.
Italy
Instead of gifts, a white bag called la borsa is passed around for guests to make cash donations.
Spain
The bride hand-sews an embroidered shirt for her husband to wear at the ceremony.
Sweden
The bride carries a bouquet of mal- odorous weeds to ward off trolls.
Marriage partners may be giv- ing up a few status symbols, but by incorporating some of these green traditions, a couple can add a match- less personal touch to their wedding that will be forever treasured.
Source:
PlanetGreen.com natural awakenings June 2011 19
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