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eco-friendly

We know that your vow to help save the planet is one of the most important vows you’ve ever made… until this second vow thing entered the picture. Learn how to combine your wedding day and your eco-ethics!

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Eco-friendly wedding photography from Michigan’ Misty Minna Photography

For those of you that value eco-consciousness as much as you love great photography are gonna flip the eff out over photographer and offbeat sponsor Misty Minna. Not only does she take amazing photos, but she also does so in an environmentally-friendly way. PLUS she’s offering a special discount for any couples who are likeminded in their “save the planet”-ness.

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A hunting lodge vegan wedding with singing vows

Singing vows, locally-sourced and vegan cuisine, granola and plantable tree favors… have I got your attention yet? Despite getting rained out of their chosen forest ceremony site, this couple moved it all into a hunting lodge to continue the singing and celebrating.

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Melany & David’s small handmade garden party wedding

Sometimes couples are confronted with traditions they love and offbeat trends they love, and somehow have to meld it all into a cohesive celebration. These two did that and more. Take special note of the amazing DIY doily archway, the intricate centerpieces, and the tear-filled groom — *swoon.* Come for the lawn games, stay for the sentiment of the group poetry reading.

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Jenna & Trevor’s vegan tree-hugging wedding

When your mother’s blue dress looks amazing on you, you wear it come hell or high water. And that’s what Jenna did at her backyard, eco-friendly party. It’s simple weddings week, and this event was nothing if not two days of simply enjoying family, love, and homemade food on a budget.