Dozens of guests watched a Cornish couple tie the knot in what the bride and groom have described as a "completely green wedding " .
Russell Geake, 30 and Alexia Muskett, 42, decided to get married after meeting each other at a series of climate change events.
The pair have been determined that their wedding would be as environmentally-friendly as possible.
The couples' outfits were second-hand and they exchanged wooden rings.
Read more at Cornish green wedding goes ahead
Want to do Green wedding ? Follow following ideas --
* Invitations : Consider a simpler invitation, perhaps using tree-free or chlorine-free papers, or artisanal paper and include a "please recycle" note on the back. Or go digital and send e-vites.
* Have the ceremony and reception at the same location, or at least near to each other to avoid having your guests drive between the two.
* Consider buying a vintage dress and tuxedo from a resale clothing store.
* Buy an organic silk/hemp wedding dress.Choose a simple dress and suit that you can wear again.
* Consider an outdoor wedding at a favorite natural spot to add to the beauty of your celebration.
* Find a caterer who will provide vegetarian and organic entrees.
* Flowers: Choose organic flowers. Or find locally grown flowers in season.
Monday, September 17, 2007
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