June 19th

Photo Credit: Stephanie Mballo on Bridal Musings via Lover.ly

Tip of the Day: Ask each of your potential vendors what their policies and attitudes are toward eco-friendliness in their work. "Eco-friendly vendors will be able to demonstrate to you that they are eliminating waste wherever possible, and using local, sustainable materials," says entertaining expert and author Karen Bussen.

Look for venues that incorporate more natural elements in lieu of manmade features or ones that use green energy. "Choices you make during the wedding planning process can have an impact that will be felt long after you say your 'I Do's,'" says Kristan Allen with Armstrong Farms, a Century Farm and wedding venue located just outside of Pittsburgh, PA.

Plus, check out Our Guide to Planning an Eco-Friendly Wedding.