Sustainable wedding dress: the white dress becomes green

The sustainable wedding dress? It almost sounds like a paradox. It is often a real dilemma, that of the white dress synonymous with both emotion and stress, in those approaching marriage.

Princely or minimal, bold or discreet, in lace, tulle or silk, or all together: how to show yourself on such a fateful day? But especially today, the decision adds to the knotty question of whether it is possible also choose it with an eye to sustainability, considering the fact that it is a ceremony with a significant environmental impact. On the other hand, thinking about it even for just a moment: what is less sustainable than a dress worn only once in a lifetime?

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To be honest, vintage and second hand they can be a solution today (fortunately) a lot à la modefrom the appeal charming and sought after. Yet, it is certainly legitimate for the bride to want a dress to inaugurate for the first time on the “Big Day”, which no one has ever worn before her, and which, as they say, makes her feel unique and inimitable.

Contrary to those who think it is a difficult undertaking, too expensive and too little chic, today there are indeed sustainable wedding dress options (ethical and ecological). Some come to life fromupcyclingothers from controlled natural fabrics, others still from infinity know-how by local artisans, designed to be reused on special occasions. And be careful, these are not recycled hemp overcoats from the 70s, on the contrary.

Here is a selection of 10 wedding dresses for a green and immensely chic wedding look.

Stella McCartney

Let’s start with a classic of our era of awareness: Stella McCartney is now known for her environmental campaigns, so much so that she has set herself up as a champion of luxury eco-friendly. For this season, in its section bridal our eye fell on a Hollywood diva dress in pure white dove grey, with a halter neckline embellished with crystals. Note the strictly certified viscose fabric FSC (Forest Stewardship Council)traceable and controlled by CanopyStyle Audit.

Stella McCartney.

Lost in Paris

Moving on to niche brands, the Syndey brand Lost in Paris, specialized in wedding dresses, is an example of the perfect symbiosis between vintage and novelty. In fact, the refined fabrics with which the new models are made by the seamstresses of the atelier are recovered from the meanders of the antiques markets of Paris, or cabinets of wonders all round. The trademark is the centuries-old lace, such as in the Edwardian model inspired by the artisanal romanticism of times gone by. And it’s right away Downtown Abbey style.

Lost in Paris.

WED Studio

Spokesman of “slow fashion”, WED is a London-based bridal and wedding wear brand ready-to-wear founded in 2019 by designers Amy Trinh and Evan Phillips. In the foreground is the art of tailoring, specifically WED has made the draping technique its strong point, painting a poetically dreamy aesthetic that exudes chic from all the edges. The mastery of cutting is linked to this zero-wastehand in hand with a selection of fabrics deadstock and recycled materials. And here, the green gets really really cool.

WedStudio.

Cecile Bahnsen

Directly from the sustainable vanguard of Copenhagen, Cecile Bahnsen it positions itself gently between couture and prêt-à-porter with its romantic ones silhouettesbows, ruffles, and puffed sleeves signature. In the collection Encorepart of the proposal bridal and made entirely using archive material from past seasons, we found a delightful dress bustier with light flounces like clouds of cream. All certified by Butterfly Markwhich subscribes to the commitment to have a positive impact on nature and society.

Cecile Bahnsen.

Larimeloom

In the independent atelier of Larimeloom, in Reggio Emilia, lace and chiffon are only allowed if they are made of natural fibers, as well as dyed with equal care. Among his many proposals as if shaped by a cascade of honey, we find a dress withallure sacred and mystical, almost to follow the put of a floating Celtic goddess. Perfect for them bride-to-be which aim for a magically ethereal effect.

Larimeloom.

Reformation

It has pursued a zero environmental impact company policy since 2015, complete with transparency on the evolution of its sustainability objectives. The Los Angeles brand Reformation he made his own section wedding, made with unsold fabrics, the mecca for the most thoughtful tastes and minimal, perfect for those looking for the simplicity of an intimate ceremony. As in the case of the ivory silk model with one-shoulder corset and side slit. From the series, Less is more.

Reformation.

Leila Hafzi

On the contrary, the Norwegian designer Leila Hafzi has made its eponymous brand a riot of floral details, tender ruffles and very long trains. In addition to the damned romantic charm, the clothes rely on ethical and eco-conscious production, supporting the emancipation of Nepal’s artisans and with hand-made processes with minimal pollution levels. An example are the dresses from the latest Veritas collection liberated 2023, in full “innocent girl” style over the country club”.

Leila Hafzi.

Nicole Milan

Even the Milanese brand Nicole Milan he threw WeDoEco, her first collection of 100% sustainable wedding dresses. Maintaining its typical super sugary and majestic style, complete with recycled glass filigrees and soft drapes in eco-friendly taffeta. The mermaid dress with sweetheart neckline in eco mikado fabric is an emblem of her DNA. A fairy tale for little princesses glam-green.

Nicole Milan.

Indiebride London

The British brand is the one who has made sustainability a real lifestyle Indiebride London. The clothes are made of natural fibers such as bamboo, silk and ramie and other sustainable fibers such as lyocell, made to order to avoid material waste and handmade from the first cut to the finishes. In the broad proposal bridal for all tastes, come on mini dress to the suits, we chose a crochet lace dress with a deep V-neckline on the back, with a flavour tres boehiem.

Indiebride London.

Anita Dongre

Not just lehenga and sari dresses, the Indian designer Anita Dongre with his eponymous brand he has broadened his offering bridal to the Western target, maintaining its vision of sustainability as a tool of emancipation. In fact, he supports several initiatives that benefit seamstresses in rural areas of India and local artisans, but also a comprehensive plastic waste management program and partnerships for forest protection. Among the precious ones wedding dress, in biodegradable fabrics from renewable resources, we find a wonderful Nayaab set enriched with gold embroidery and ornaments, for a traditional look up-to-date.

Anita Dongre.

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