Sustainable Weddings: Say ‘Yes’ To The (Rented) Dress

Renting a wedding dress is a glamorous trend that doesn’t just save you money – it’s also good for the planet. In one recent year, 14.5 million tons of fabric - mostly clothes - were thrown in the trash in the U.S., according to the EPA. Renting wedding dresses can also cut down on pollution and promotes reusing what is often a single-use item. Weddings also generate hundreds of pounds of trash from paper, plastic, food and other waste. We compiled a list of tips on how to plan a sustainable wedding.