QuotePromptsIssue03 - PNW Weddings

As we wrap up pulling together Issue 03 we wanted to reach out to our amazing wedding professionals for their advice and quotes to zest up the articles. We try to make it as easy as possible for you by providing the following quote prompts. All you need to do is answer the questions you’d like to give your perspective on and we will consider them for publication.

Once you hit submit you will be redirected to our first report card. If you take the time to complete the online form you will be entered to win one or two full page ads in Issue 03. This helps access how we are doing to date and helps guide our time and energy better serving our community.

Thank you in advance!

ALL SUBMISSIONS NEED TO BE SUBMITTED BY END OF DAY WEDNESDAY, APRIL 6th.

Sustanability Issue Quote Prompts

Questions For Everyone:

Is sustainability (being eco-friendly) an important part of your business? If so, how do you minimize the environmental impact of your work?

Have you seen an increase in couples who are interested in sustainable weddings? If so, what options are they specifically focused on? Alternatively, what does being "eco-friendly" mean to them?

What is one thing that couples may not realize contributes to a lot of waste during the wedding? What is something couples can do to reduce that impact?

Any tips or advice you have in general (as a business or for couples planning their celebrations) to help reduce waste and get into the eco-friendly mindset??

How have you seen public interest in sustainability affect your work over the last few years?

Florals

In the spirit of being more eco-friendly we are writing a piece on local/regional grown flowers. What are some of your favorite local/regionally grown flowers?

As a tip we are saying: Choose a sustainably minded florist: What thath means: Choose a company that is making choices that protect the health of the earth, the environment, and the people touched in all aspects of the short life of a cut flower. In what ways does your business support that mindset? Alternatively, specify something that your business does that demonstrates that tip.

Decor

What’s the most unique or surprising thing you’ve ever seen repurposed or re-used for a wedding?

What are some of your favorite ways to re-purpose decor or reduce the environmental impact for your clients?

Catering

How can couples reduce food waste from their wedding?

What ingredients or dishes would be best for couples interested in locally grown food for their wedding?

Bartending

What should environmentally minded couples think about when it comes to the beverages being provided at their wedding (ingredients, drinkware, bar options, etc)What should environmentally minded couples think about when it comes to the beverages being provided at their wedding?

Cakes + Desserts

What are some of your favorite locally grown ingredients or flavors to add to your cake and/or desserts?

How can couples reduce food waste from their wedding?

Invites + Paper Goods

What services or options do you offer to clients seeking more eco-friendly options?

Do you have any advice for people who are sustainability minded but still want mementos + keepsakes?

Signage

What services and products do you offer for clients interested in their environmental impact?

Do you use repurposed materials? And if so, how do you find them and come up with creative ways to use them?

Attire + Accessories

What can couples who don’t want hand-me-downs do to reduce the environmental impact of their attire and/or accessories for the wedding?

What services and products do you offer for clients interested in their environmental impact?

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