Weddings at Sooke Ocean Resort Go Green

An "Eco" or "Green" Wedding is a wedding that considers the environmental and social impacts of the event.  This includes everything from the invitations, to catering, honeymoon and travel.  Listed below are some suggestions to consider when considering an "Eco Wedding". .    

1. Location:  Choose a location where the majority of your guests won’t have to travel too far.  Make sure that the location you choose has recycling and compost systems in place.  Yes, Ralph has this one down!   

2.    Invitations:  Create a simple website and an inline invitation.  Create a blog or Twitter Account.  Still feel the need for a paper invite?  Choose recycled paper and make smaller invites and reply cards.

3.    Caterer:  Go organic!  Choose a local caterer and one who uses local in season produce and local seafoods/meats.   Sooke Ocean Resort can assist you with one!  We have an in house chef who can create some amazing meals.

4.    Clothing:  “Eco” doesn’t have to be frumpy.  There are lots of amazing designers using eco-fabrics for both men and women.  Check into local taylors who knows, your dress of your dreams might be waiting for you!  A Toronto Designer Margaret MacLeod  http://www.margaretmacleod.com/ offers dresses made of organic, sustaniable and recycled fabrics

5.    Flowers:  Choose a local florist who can provide you with organic and in season flowers. We know of a great one just up the street from us.

6.    Gifts:  Think about whether or not you really need a gift registry and if you do, how about a green gift registry.  Or better yet, have your guests make you something special instead of purchased gifts or make the gift giving optional.

7.    The Rings:  There are many options now available for recycled and fair trade jewelry that you can choose from.   Be “eco” and stylish! Locally, check out Jake Grant