Amadeus is a brand of vintage-inspired jewellery, all made with eco materials including recycled metals and gemstones. Everything is handmade with items cut in a London studio, and this is one of only 25 BCorp certified jewellery brands worldwide. All silver, gold and gemstones are recycled, as is any pearls if chosen (new ones cause…
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where to find recycled wedding rings
There are many companies online that offer rings made from recycled gold or silver (plus engagement rings with recycled gems or lab-created diamonds to avoid mining). Some will even melt down your granny’s wedding ring to make it fit perfectly for you. There are wooden rings or no rings – you choose! This gorgeous wedding…
grow or buy organic wedding flowers
Make gardens safe for pets (all bulbs are toxic, along with some other plants and mulches). Never face indoor foliage to gardens, to help stop birds flying into windows. This beautiful ‘bouquet’ of wedding flowers is made from recycled books! For organic flowers, there are lovely bouquets around. If pets are at weddings/receptions, know many blooms (like lilies) are toxic,…
switch to biodegradable confetti
recycled paper confetti If you’re getting married (or going to a wedding) either don’t use confetti at all, or use biodegradable confetti (the single-use plastic ban from October 2023 may mean it’s banned anyway). Most churches also prefer biodegradable confetti (avoid rice, as it’s a slipping hazard and attracts pigeons!) Most confetti sold is made…