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Sustainable wedding lingerie inspired by the English countryside

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I have found some time to search my own directory for delightful bits for my own wedding.  I am on the hunt for a pair of pretty (and hopefully ethical) knickers to wear under my wedding dress.  I came across these from LuvaHuva…

LuvaHuva creator and designer Joanna makes sustainable lingerie that celebrates an “elegant feminine style.”  Her inspiration comes from her childhood home in the Suffolk countryside  – I’m in love!  Gorgeous, ethical, country-inspired lingerie.

If you’re looking for more ethical lingerie have a look at the ‘Accessories’ page on the directory – and let me know if you’ve found any other others.

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Pretty one-shoulder wedding dress made from eco-friendly hemp fabrics

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When it comes to searching for a eco-friendly or ethical wedding dress these days, you are spoilt for choice.  Conscious Clothing is an American based company that has been creating beautiful clothing using environmentally-friendly hemp fabrics since 1995.

This new gown called Melissae is made from semi-sheer organic cotton voile.  The bodice has asymetrical pleating, which is fitted in at the bust and then falls gracefully down the entire length of the dress.

I love that one shoulder has been accentuated with roses made from hemp satin, sheer silk chiffon and organic cotton voile.  And even the undergown is made from hemp/peace silk satin.

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Julie Dutton eco couture wedding dresses

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Julie Dutton Designer Dressmaker has recently launched her new website, full of her beautiful handmade wedding dresses.  Julie uses a variety of fabrics to create her stunning dresses, including ethical silks, Fairtrade organic cottons, vintage textiles and fabric remnants.


Cara: a lightweight bridal gown in peace silk

Julie also up-cycles vintage textiles and reworks heirloom dresses to create for you a bespoke wedding dress.  The emphasis is on reflecting your personal style and vision in the creation of your own custom made handcrafted dress.


Island Girl: textured detailing made from silk fabric remnants


Sienna: simple style in organic silk satin using studio remnants for design details

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Vintage inspired wedding accessories from A Alicia Handmade

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A Alicia Handmade Wedding Accessories is the new dedicated wedding collection from the lovely Anna who started her business in 2009.

Her exquisite wedding accessories – lace and ribbons garters, clutch bags, wrist corsages, hair combs, and embroidered ring pillows – are inspired by vintage fashion.

Many are even made from vintage fabrics, ribbons and lace, but often with a contemporary twist.  Anna’s best-selling Big Bow Garter uses gorgeous vintage ribbon but is brought up to date by the simplicity and boldness of its design.  We think it’s fab!

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Pretty wedding shoes from recycled vintage fabric

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I am currently on the hunt for pretty shoes to wear on my wedding day.  With a vintage style wedding dress that is quite delicate, I need shoes that complement it nicely, and ideally meet my ethical and/or eco wishes.

So when I was reading my e-newsletter from Daisy Green and saw an article on shoes made with recycled vintage textiles and leathers.  Intrigued I followed the link to the TRAIDremade website and discovered the below two shoes that I’ve fallen in love with…

Wouldn’t they make gorgeous wedding shoes?

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Recycled flowers from An Evergreen Wedding

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Tina from An Evergreen Wedding is one of the newest additions to The Natural Wedding Company directory.  She makes uniquely beautiful flowers from recycled materials –  a truly original and eco-friendly alternative to the traditional wedding bouquet!

She has been working with recycled materials for the past 10 years and has been trying to push the boundaries of how beautiful waste can become if it’s thoughtfully reused. 

Tina’s recycled flower bouquets have the added delight that they can be kept forever as a stunning reminder of your special day.  The bride, bridesmaids, mother-in-law, or guests (or all of them!) can enjoy and remember the occasion forever with these pretty flower creations, and they have a down-to-earth twist for all those green brides out there!

Tina told me, “I love the idea of a bouquet that demands nothing more from the planet.”  And we agree –  what a lovely way to share with your family and friends your eco-friendly values.

You can follow Tina at her blog: http://evergreenarts.wordpress.com or email her at tinaplus3@hotmail.co.uk for more information and prices.  She also offers bespoke creative hen nights/days!

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Totally in love with Nkuku

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“Stylish, ecofriendly and fair trade gifts…” is what Nkuku specialise in.  I knew of Nkuku before as we’d bought one of their beautiful photo albums as a wedding gift, but I have only discovered their website and didn’t realise they had so many other gorgeous products!

Here’s a selection of my favourites that I think would be great for a wedding…

Bandhura Linen Scarf

I think it would make for a beautiful, delicate wedding shawl.  Think breezy beach wedding or cool spring country wedding.

Fire Fly Tear Drop Tea Light Holder

Hung from trees these sweet tear drop tea light holders would provide gorgeous twinkly light as the sun set and darkness crept in.  And made from 100% recycled glass.

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Eco wedding dresses

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Daisy Green magazine have done a lovely feature on eco wedding dresses.  They showcase some great eco wedding dress designers and creators, most of whom are listed on our directory – Motasem, Tammam, Julie Dutton and Blushless.  You can view the article here.

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New wedding favours from Oxfam Unwrapped

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Oxfam Unwrapped – the charity gift range that made ‘giving goats’ famous – now has wedding lists and favours that will make your wedding extra special and make a big difference to people living in poverty.

Complete your wedding day with Oxfam Unwrapped’s brand new wedding favours containing wonderful world-changing gifts including; health check-ups, help teach a child, chicks, bags of seeds, buckets and animal vaccinations.

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