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Secondhand September Finds on Recycle My Wedding

Photography by Laura Adams Photography

If you want to minimise the impact your big day has on the environment, Recycle My Wedding is the key. Your one-stop shop for a sustainable wedding, you will find dresses, accessories, decor and more. There's something for everyone - whether you're a second-hand novice or a sustainability pro. By shopping on Recycle, not only are you flexing your green thumb, but you're also saving a lot of money. Now that we've entered second-hand September, lots of newlyweds are looking to make their ceremonies more eco-friendly. One worry that people have when it comes to second-hand wedding shops is that they don't know what it will look like. Envisioning your day is important, and that's where this article comes in handy. We're going to be showing off all of the things up for grabs on Recycle that have been featured on Rock My Wedding. Woohoo! All of the items for sale will be linked, so if anything tickles your fancy, you know where to go.


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Stunning ski wedding at La Cabane Des Praz with navy bridesmaid dresses

Rock My Wedding recently shared the stunning ski wedding of Lucy & Shao. They hit the sloapes at La Cabane Des Praz, France, in all their attire, and we loved it! After their mountain exertion, they enjoyed a relaxed, cosy reception in the log cabin with faux fur chair back covers , taper candles and foliage runners. Adding extra glamour to their day was the black-tie dress code. Shao wore a tuxedo, and Lucy dazzled us in an off the shoulder sparkly Eva Lendel wedding dress, flanked by her bridal party in navy bridesmaid dresses. You'll be pleased to know that all the dresses are availble to buy now on Recycle My Wedding. Perfect for any upcoming winter weddings.

bride with natural wedding makeup in an off the shoulder Eva Lendel sparkly wedding dress
First look wedding photographs with groom in tuxedo leaning his bride in an off the shoulder Eva Lendel sparkly wedding dress over for a kiss
bridal party in navy blue bridesmaid dresses and a sparkly wedding dress at ski wedding in France
bride and groom kissing during the outdoor wedding ceremony with white and green floral arch

Tulle Princess Wedding Dress at Blue and White Rustic Luxe Wedding

Courtney & Dan's rustic luxe wedding was unique from start to finish. Including a set from the cast of Motown The Musical, to a rendition of 'Say a Little Prayer' initiated by Courtney's brother and a pair of lobster claws! And, after seeing Emma Beaumont wedding dress inspiration on Rock My Wedding, Courtney knew she wanted a bespoke wedding dress too. It's a one of a kind, designed just for her. But, as much as she adores her gown, she wants it to be worn again, loved again, enjoyed again. We think it's definitely too pretty to be hung in a wardrobe, and one hundred percent should have a second (third, fourth) outing. See if it could be 'the one' for you on Recycle My Wedding.

bride in a long sleeve Emma Beaumont wedding dress putting her earrings on
rustic luxe Old Gore Barn at Yard Space wedding with bride in a tulle princess wedding dress
bride in a bespoke Emma Beaumont princess wedding dress with long sleeves
groom holding hands with his bride in a princess tulle wedding dress as they walking through the fields

Stephanie Allin bridal gown at The Kings Chapel Old Amersham

We love wedding traditions, but we also love new innovative ideas. We think Flo & Keiran started a new wedding trend at their industrial boho wedding. To celebrate their union they each drank a shot at the end of the wedding ceremony. They also had surprise singers, and read personalised vows. It's incredibly heartwarming in every way, not to mention stylish. Wait until you see the fabric signs and pampas grass flower arrangements. Giving us extra goosebumps is Flo's Stephanie Allin wedding dress. The polka tulle when it catches the lights is off the chart - all yours to buy on Recycle My Wedding now. What are you waiting for?

bride in a Stephanie Allin wedding dress with front slit sitting on her grooms lap outside their pub reception
industrial boho wedding with pampas grass, wool rugs and dried flower decor
bride in a polka dot tulle wedding dress overlay kissing her groom in a brown suit at the altar decorated with dried flowers and wool rugs
bride in a fitted wedding dress with spaghetti straps holding a colourful flower wedding bouquet

Deepdale Farm DIY Wedding With Vintage Wedding Dress

Alice & Harry saw their wedding to let their creativity shine. They DIYed tapestries, bunting, table runners, napkins and more and really put a stamp on their farm wedding. Cobalt blue and ochre yellow became the colour scheme which popped against the wooden, natural setting. Some people have got the creative gene, and some haven't. Alice & Harry, clearly have, but for those of us who haven't, there's Recycle My Wedding where you can still buy their bunting. As you can appreciate, napkins, table runners and tapestries were snapped up, so don't wait too long.

DIY farm wedding with streamers, bunting and pink table runners
yellow and blue napkins and wedding stationery place setting table decorations
Deepdale Farm DIY wedding with bride in a vintage wedding dress holding a yellow and white flower bouquet
white hanging drapes, fairy lights and tapestry wedding reception decorations

Sequin Abigail of Gardenia Wedding Dress

Starting off strong, we've got Lauren & Rob's gorgeous ceremony, featuring a sequin Abigail of Gardenia wedding dress. Sent from Canada, this fantastic gown thoroughly wowed all the guests, adding a touch of glitz and glamour to their day. When we saw this on Recycle My Wedding, we just knew it had to have a second life. A dress that sparkly deserves a plethora of wear!

Bride in sequin Abigail Gardenia dress and groom in black tux on bed
Wedding gown with cropped white blazer and sequin Abigail Gardenia evening dress
Bride in sequin Abigail Gardenia evening gown and groom in tux entering hall
Bride in sequin Abigail Gardenia dress and gold bridal crown

Halfpenny London Mayfair Dress At Cornwall Wedding

Zoe & Elliot's wedding was a wonderful church and garden affair with incredible decor. Luckily for us, the stunning natural linen napkins are for sale on Recycle My Wedding. Tying together the neutral, earthy-toned theme of the tablescapes, these napkins are sure to make you smile. What's more, they can be used either at your wedding, your party or even just at home! Who doesn't love a bit of versatility?

Neutral wedding tablescape with neutral, earthy napkins and plants
Bride in off the shoulder ruffled dress with floral bouquet
Neutral wedding tablescape with earthy, neutral napkins and plants
Bride in off shoulder ruffled wedding dress with floral bouquet and groom in tux

Barn Wedding With Corset Back Wedding Dress - Now on Recycle My Wedding

Nina & Ben's incredible festival-inspired barn wedding had us all feeling very jealous of all the guests who got to experience it. Not only did they get to groove and jive with the couple, but they also were able to see Nina's fantastic boho Honeysuckle by Dando London wedding dress. And, you guessed it - it's currently on Recycle My Wedding. The corset-back detail is simply to die for...

Bride in floral lace strappy wedding dress, groom in grey suit and boutonniere holding their baby amidst vibrant floral arrangement
Bride in corset back wedding dress holding vibrant floral bouquet and groom in patterned shirt and waistcoat
Bride in floral lace strappy wedding dress being walked down the aisle with vibrant floral bouquet
Bride in floral lace strappy wedding dress and bridesmaids in satin burnt orange bridesmaid dresses

Lace Sleeve Wedding Dress in Somerset

Sarah & Luke celebrated in serious style. The warm floral stationery from Recommendedstationer Emmy Designs and earthy toned bridesmaids dresses from Recommended supplier Rewritten made for an utterly beautiful boho dream. Lest we forget... Sarah's lacey goodness in the form of a Halfpenny London Max Dress and Charlie Skirt is - you guessed it! - available to buy on Recycle My Wedding. It's also designed by, Recommended supplier, Halfpenny London, so it's a double whammy. An absolute show-stopper of a bridal outfit, this is an offer one simply can't refuse.

lace sleeve wedding dress Steph Newton Photography 3
lace sleeve wedding dress Steph Newton Photography 5
lace sleeve wedding dress Steph Newton Photography 1
lace sleeve wedding dress Steph Newton Photography 4

Hafod Farm Wedding With Appliqué Emma Beaumont Bride Dress

Ellis & Josh listed not one, not two, but THREE incredible fashion, decor and detail elements from their wedding on Recycle My Wedding. Ellis' custom-made Emma Beaumont bride dress has the most gorgeous detailing, giving ethereal vibes for days. Alongside the dress, the couple also had their wedding reception macramé backdrop, a wooden easel, four wedding signs, a bridesmaid dress, a metal umbrella basket, AND a vintage aluminium milk churn on Recycle My Wedding. Now that's some eco-friendly goodness. 

Bride in custom made long sleeve full length wedding dress and groom in dark brown velvet suit standing on a bridge
Bride in custom-made lace detail dress giving speech in front of large boho macrame display
Glass wedding sign on wooden easel with boho fauna decorations
Rustic wedding tablescape with fauna, glass bottles, golden bottles and candlesticks, and neutral toned crockery and napkins

Get The Most And Pay Less On Recycle My Wedding

As you hopefully now see, the dresses, accessories and decor we have on Recycle My Wedding are all brilliant in their own way. Whether you're looking for something elegant, something old-school, modern, or boho - you'll find it. If you want to simultaneously help the planet, look fantastic, and save money (honeymoon piggy bank, perhaps?) we highly recommend keeping up to date with what's for sale. We're now going to go through a few items that were up for grabs on Recycle My Wedding but were snapped up quickly. And rightfully so! They're all utterly gorgeous. Hopefully, this will motivate you to keep checking in daily for new listings on Recycle to ensure you don't miss out on any beauties. 

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The wedding industry has certainly seen a rise in sustainability in recent years, which is fantastic. This second-hand September is also set to see a rocket in pre-loved sales. But with all the information available to you, sometimes it's hard to know where to start. Luckily, we've got a whole podcast episode on sustainable weddings - so you can get green on the go. Prefer visual information? We hear you. We also have a great article on how you can have a low-waste wedding. Finally, don't forget about your suppliers. Try to find vendors that care about the planet as much as you do. Our Recommended suppliers page includes a plethora of fantastic, eco-friendly choices for you.


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