Add more meaning to your special day by helping others in need, or contributing to a more sustainable world with these eco- and socially-conscious ways to give back.
1 PICK THE RIGHT JEWELLERY
You can help contribute to a more sustainable world even before the big day. When it comes to the engagement ring or your wedding day jewelry, turn to brands with ethically sourced diamonds and jewelry, such as Artisan & Fox, Covenant Jewellery and Tiffany & Co.
2 HAVE A DIFFERENT KIND OF BRIDAL PARTY
Gather the girls for a day of volunteering! Some ideas to consider: Prepare and distribute food at Willing Hearts’ soup kitchen, act as a guardian on outings for the elderly, or walk strays from dog shelters. You can also help whip up baked goods for a non-profit organization, or organize an overseas volunteer trip with your besties. That wild hen’s night can always come after.
3 SKIP THE FAVOURS
Instead, do someone else a favor and make a donation on behalf of your guests. In place of favors at each place setting, you can leave a “Thank You” note for your guests. Or, choose favors that are eco-friendly or
A-Minds baker encourages guests to go green – think reusable stainless steel straws or baked goods/crafts made by social enterprises, such as Minds (Movement for the Intellectually Disabled of Singapore) Social Enterprise, or The Art Faculty by Pathlight.
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