Green Bride Short-List: Bridesmaid Gifts from $25 to $250
What’s more fun for a bride than getting a big pile of beautiful wedding gifts? Shopping for presents for her bridesmaids! Picking out perfect gifts for the women who are there for you on your big day—and every day—is pure pleasure. And with so many sustainable gifting options this season, you’re sure to find something to fall in love with. Nothing says “thank you for holding up my wedding dress while I pee” like a set of recycled metal stacking “promise” rings from ethical jeweler Tumbleweed Bead Co. In silver, a three-piece set retails for $25; add gold or conflict-free stones and they’re still very affordable. The rings come with a card that encourages wearers to write down the three promises they are going to make to themselves when they put them on. All of Tumbleweed’s designs are made of recycled metals and conflict-free stones, so mix and match to find the right gift for each of your girls.
Tumbleweed’s Three-Piece Amethyst, Rose Quartz and Black Onyx Promise Ring Set ($140)
Find one-of-a-kind gifts from Bella Vita Jewelry, where artisan jeweler Brandy Thomason makes custom baubles for events and every day. Bella Vita’s new Vintage Redux collection includes the most adorable upcycled button rings, made from buttons and clip-on earrings. The buttons are all vintage or antique—some date back to the 1800s! These stylish rings make for truly unique bridesmaids gifts that are sure to be treasured forever. And at just $50, they’re truly a steal.
Bella Vita’s Vintage Redux Upcycled Button Rings ($50 each)
We are obsessed with these heart-shaped earrings, crafted from recycled rose gold by Christine Mighion. The slightly rough and irregular heart shape takes them out of the realm of cutesy and into a place of perfection. We highly recommend getting a pair for each of your bridesmaids to wear down the aisle—and an extra pair for yourself, too!
Christine Mighion Recycled Rose Gold Heart Earrings ($150 each)
Want more? Our essential green bride guide to rings, accessories, shoes, gifts and bridesmaid dresses might just sweep $1,400 in swag down your aisle. Check back here next week!
Tracy DiNunzio is the founder and CEO of RecycledBride.com, the world’s largest wedding marketplace. The site promotes resale as a sustainable action, encouraging brides and their friends to buy and sell new and gently used wedding dresses and other wedding items. She also runs RecycledTyke.com and the forthcoming RecycledStyle.com. Tracy is a regular editorial contributor to various publications on the topic of green weddings, and also works as a business consultant for sustainable web startups.
