Have you met Adele Wechsler yet? Well let me tell you… this amazing designer is a pioneer in eco wedding gowns. I believe her gowns are simple yet full of so much personality. She designs “for the bride who cares about the world in which she lives”. Her philosophy is simple: “I think it is essential for each of us to try and make individual efforts on this earth, no matter how small, in order make an overall difference!

Adele Wechsler’s Eco Couture collection paves the way for a luxury look that maintains eco-friendly standards by using certified organic hemp and silk, vegetable dyes, and remnant fabrics and lace. And, every piece is produced with Fair Trade Labor in Toronto, Canada.

One interesting fact is that Adele Wechsler has a tree planted in the home state of every bride that purchases at one of her trunk shows. So, eco chic!

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A couple of weeks ago, I was introduced to a really wonderful wedding resource, My Wedding Workbook. This is an efficient (and free!) tool that offers a green alternative to the often messy and not so eco-friendly wedding paper planner.

I had a chance to “test-drive” My Wedding Workbook and I must say that I really loved it. This is an user-friendly site that allows brides to keep organized in one place all of the details pertaining not only to the wedding but also to all of the other events happening before and after the big day–such as the engagement party, bachelor and bachelorette party, bridal shower, etc.

My Wedding Workbook lets you manage your guest list, budget, monthly tasks, and vendors. You can download a number of worksheets and checklists that will come in very handy throughout the planning process. And if you would like to back-up all of your information or if you need to give electronic files to anyone, you can simply export in Excel format all of your relevant data.

This is definitely a must for all those brides that need a little help keeping everything organized and safe in one place. Rosanna, thank you so much for sharing this amazing tool!

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I was recently introduced to Blumebox, an Oregon-based company that offers eco-friendly flower vases. These adorable boxes made from recycled paper are perfect centerpieces for weddings, bridal showers, birthday parties, or every day bouquets. The blumeboxes come in a range of colors and patterns. You can also add some coordinating ribbons and boas to create the high-style, low-cost look you want. The best part is that once your event is done you can store them flat to reuse in future events or simply recycle.

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I came across this beautiful place card holder in one of my favorite sites, Etsy. The natural seed pod place holder/flower bud holder comes with 3 legs wrapped with natural cord. Perfect for an eco-friendly wedding with an earthy style!

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As promised and to wrap up Jill and Alan Valek’s Real Wedding, here are their fabulous thank you cards. Alan says that they had Elvis sing to them at the altar so HE HAD to use him for the thank you card. As a designer I have to agree with him – he had no other logic and appropriate option. How adorable are these?!

Thank you guys for sharing your big day with us!

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Last week, we shared with you the adorable save-the-dates that Alan Valek did for his weeding. This week he was kind enough to share his amazing wedding pictures shot by photographer Olga Wilson.

Alan told me that they gave their guests a gift box with shades and then had the photographer take shots of everyone. How cool is that! Their wedding was without a doubt fun and full of personality and style.

Check out the great pictures and stay tune, as we will be showing you pretty soon their thank you cards (Vegas-style).

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So, you’re engaged… what’s next? Choose your wedding date and let everyone know about it! And how do you do that?

Well, if you’re as talented as art director Alan Valek, you can easily whip out a save-the-date like his. Simply Photoshop two pictures, hire your local screenprinter to print your design, source a local alteration shop to saw the photos onto a chipboard, paint the edges and voila! You got yourself a beautiful and memorable save-the-date.

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However, if you rather use your talent doing something else. Check out some of Jayda’s eco-friendly save-the-dates.

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Happy 2010!

Let’s start off this year with a fun wedding. The Florida based photographer Karen Lisa had the opportunity of shooting the wedding of Melissa and Mike at the Ritz Carlton Palm Beach. She was able to capture this fun couple getting married surrounded by beautiful orchids (which give the event an organic feel). Truly amazing!

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Pantone unveiled the hottest color for 2010–Turquoise! Here’s some turq inspiration…

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Credits: Hair Piece by SmittenXOXO; Box photo by Marlene Munoz via Project Wedding; Napkins embossed with calligraphy by John DeCollibus via Martha Stewart; Favors/Seating Cards by Martine’s Chocolates via Martha Stewart; Homespun lanterns via Martha Stewart; Floral design photo by Elizabeth Messina Photography via Project Wedding; Wedding Gown by KT Jean via Etsy.

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Yesterday Eco-Beautiful Weddings Magazine, the first and only eco-friendly online wedding magazine, was officially launched. And, it is pretty amazing! Their first issue is full of great ideas, beautiful weddings, inspiration and the 411 on the best eco-vendors. If you’re planning an eco-friendly wedding this is definitely a must-read! Go check ‘em out!

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