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5. American Rag on La Brea and Wasteland on Melrose. Being that I went to school in LA, I was well versed at the time in vintage and cheap, cheap, cheap for the pocketbook. The staples remain true and still as hot as ever.
4. The Painted Bird, San Francisco. Of course its cools, its in the Mission. But this place is truly great for the unique and the stylish.
3 Cherry Boutique, Modern Vintage like Pucci and Laurent. Resurrection, amazing collections and exhibitions from Vivienne Westwood, Gucci and the like. Both in NYC.
2. Crossroads Trading Co., I figure the buys are great, as I know I have sold a few of my best duds there. And with this economy, knowing you can shed a few of your best designer pieces for some decent dollars is huge!
1. Venus and Mars Vintage, The showroom is the dream child of Jack White’s ultra cool wife, model Karen Elson. I haven’t been there yet, but I suspect this Nashville treasure is one in a million, totally reflective of the her eccentric and beautiful tastes.
5. Don’t register for things you don’t need. Your wedding could be an amazing opportunity to have your guests give to fave charity in your name.
4. Stay local. I know the destination thing is glorious, but having your guests minimize their drive or flight makes all the difference. Plus, you support local businesses in your community!
3. Yes, a diamond is a girl’s best friend (?), but opt for something more unusual. Gold Mining is a dirty business, production on one gold band generates 20 tons of waste. Look for conflict-free gems, like recycled diamonds from your beloved grandma.
2. Lovely hand-made favors, home baked vegan cookies or a found vintage charm necklace.
1. The list goes on, check out Style Unveiled and their amazing 101 ways to make a wedding eco-chic. Kudos SU!!
5. Find hotel venues that are Green Seal certified: venues committed to saving water & energy, reducing waste, and serving locally grown/organic menus. Hotel Triton or Bear Flag Farm.
4. Print your beautiful invitations on alternative earth friendly choice paper such as hemp, bamboo, recycled paper. And splurge on calligraphy to omit toners, solvents and chemicals, Barbara Callow.
3. Use candlelight, perfect ambiance for elegance and romance. Better yet, soy candles for cleaner and long lasting burn.
2. Farm to table caterers or farmers. Amazing talents such as Living Room Events or farmers markets, farms, and other resources.
1. Find your incredible designer dress (worn only once) for a bargain price at PreownedWeddingDresses.com. And after your wedding, donate your dress to the second hand world. And if that’s not your gig, go couture as the gowns are made from natural fibers.
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