Recycling Old Stones
Bespoke designers and jewelers are promoting recycled diamonds as affordable and sustainable options
By Deborah A. Yonick
Being socially conscious is a far more important priority for couples today than at any other point in history. Gen Y and Z brides and grooms care about sustainability, natural alternatives, and the environmental impact of their purchase decisions. They also are asking more questions regarding what aspects of their wedding can be recycled, composted, or reused.
The online wedding resource The Knot estimates that nearly 70 percent of the 15,000 couples it surveyed in 2022 did or planned to incorporate eco-conscious elements in their weddings, including secondhand décor and attire and minimizing food waste and one-time-use products. In fact, the resale platform Poshmark says demand for secondhand wedding dresses is at an all-time high.