Product Description

Jen Marsden, a former editor of New Consumer magazine, and an array of experts offer their experience and opinion to guide readers down the aisle in planet-friendly and ethical style. Case studies of couples who have already taken their first green steps into married life provide further insight into how to create a successful green wedding. Key questions are answered: What is an eco-friendly venue? Should you fly away for your honeymoon? How do you get the perfectly green wedding dress? The author looks at all these aspects and more and a comprehensive directory lists the best eco suppliers and products. It's all done with a light-hearted touch that guides, inspires and delights. There's no preaching here just everything needed to make the day a great success and as green as possible. The Green Guide for Weddings is a 208-page, full-colour book printed by one of the UK s most eco-friendly printers on FSC-certified recycled paper, using vegetable inks. Each chapter includes a detailed explanation of the relevant social, ethical and environmental considerations, offering suggestions, advice and alternatives. The book also includes a comprehensive directory that covers budgeting, venues, flowers, gowns, beauty, gift lists, honeymoons and much more, ensuring readers have all the advice and information they need.

Product Details

• Amazon Sales Rank: #731440 in Books
• Published on: 2008-10-31
• Format: Illustrated
• Original language: English
• Binding: Paperback
• 224 pages

Review
The Green Guide, first published in 1994, is the UK's most comprehensive directory of planet-friendly goods, services, contacts and organisations. It is the best source of everything organic, natural, fair trade and green, containing all the information you need for eco-friendly shopping and one planet living. --www.greenguide.co.uk

About the Author
Jen Marsden has lived abroad and worked on various charitable, community and sustainable business projects in India, Kenya and the UK. She has edited and contributed to various ethical lifestyle publications including New Consumer. She currently lives in London and works with The Green Guide as its Home & Lifestyle Editor. Her other books are the Green Guide for Weddings and the Green Guide to Fashion & Beauty.