Geek Love! Earth Friendly Finds for Geek Chic Weddings

Computer geeks rejoice! This geek chic wedding post is all for you! Read on to find out how you can create the geeky wedding of your dreams while still being earth-friendly and chic.  Inspired by this week's EcoEtsy theme challenge of "Smart Design." (Image Credit: Love Code by KellyMDesigns.)

THE PROPOSAL

To be honest, I think all marriage proposals are romantic, no matter how you slice 'em.  Every single one makes my heart swoon and these examples are no exception.  Are they right for everyone?  Of course not.  But that's exactly the point.  That is what makes these ideas so special...they are singularly appropriate for the bride and groom involved. 

Twitter: Would you follow this guy?  This is believed to be the first Twitter marriage proposal.

iPhone: One digital Romeo sent his girl friend on a virtual treasure hunt, providing clues along the way, using an iPhone app he designed himself.

 

 
NOW START PLANNING!

Now that you are engaged, it's time to start planning!  These days, no self-respecting tech savvy bride would be caught carrying a giant wedding planning notebook full of (gasp!) hard copies. LOL.  Modern brides are doing most of their planning via the web these days.  A chic new laptop sleeve would make a fun gift in lieu of the traditional planning binder.  Stuffed with a few wedding magazines it makes a fun and useful engagement gift!

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Recycled Billboard Laptop Sleeve by Notty Pooch

THE INVITATIONS

In most cases, I'm still not sold on the idea of using electronic invites for a wedding, even though they are eco- and budget-friendly options.  However, when done really well, an electronic invite can be an uber-cool way to personalize your wedding.  I shared this video in a previous post, but it's so cool I think it's worth repeating here:

THE DRESS

Ok, so these may not technically (pun intended!) count as earth-friendly, even though they feature thousands of tiny LED lights and are powered by tiny batteries, but they are pretty funny!  Would you wear a light-up dress?

THE RINGS

Sleek, modern designs made from reclaimed and recycled materials are perfect for modern tech-loving couples.

Tiny Diamond Sterling Ring with recycled diamond by CocoandChia,  Modern Square Recycled Silver Bands by AnneHolman, Recycled 18K Gold Bands by daniellejewelry, 18K/14K Recycled Gold and Chocolate Diamond Ring by JesseDanger

This ring is also made with reclaimed metals and can be inscribed with a custom binary message of up to 25 characters.  Each piece also comes with  a "Green Assay" which provides you with the ecological characteristics of the jewelry you are purchasing.  AND, the company offers a voluntary Carbon Offset Tax, should you wish to offset your purchase.

Binary Band by greenKarat

Colorful bands made from space age Titanium are another modern option...and could double as a clever "something blue."

Titanium bands by Minter and Richter Designs

FOR THE LADIES

Recycled CDs, circuit boards and computer parts become impressive earth-friendly jewelry components when re-imagined as earrings, bracelets and necklaces.  A single statement piece would be a fun addition to a modern bridal ensemble.

Recycled CD Peony Pin by oddartist, Upcycled CD Earrings by UpcycledJewelry

Dual Port Resonator Earrings by PeriwinkleDzyns, Blue & White Computer Chip Necklace and Circuit Board Necklace by JewelrybyVeraVague, Transistor Bracelet by 10Kohm

Computer Chip Earrings found on Etsy, but my bookmark disappeared.  If you know who designs these, please let me know.  :)

FOR THE GENTS

Options abound for giving the guys some geek-chic style.  Cuff links made with recycled computer components or engraved with Binary code are subtle and chic accessories.  Circuit board printed ties and wire belts add playful style and a pop of color.

Red Circuit Board Cuff Links and Half Can Oscillator Cuff Links by digiBling, Recycled Circuit Board Cuffl Lnks by beadworkbyamanda, Sterling Binary Code Cuff Links by bddesigns

Keyboard Monogram Tie Tack and Cufflinks by Cufflink Scene

100% SIlk Circuit Board Tie by Projector

Rainbow Ribbon Cable Belt by digiBling

 
DETAILS DETAILS

These punch card notebooks would make super geeky wedding programs or favors. 

Packaged in a 100% recycled cardboard sleeve, a CD with all of your favorite wedding songs or a photo montage makes a very personal and geek-chic favor.

Want to try creating your own binary code messages?  Use this online converter to translate text for invitations, programs or table numbers.

I <3 THESE GIFTS FOR THE NEWLYWEDS

Geek-chic couples will love some geeky new accessories for their homes.

 

External DVD Writer Enclosure and External 500GB Portable Hard Drive Enclosure by BPCustomWoordworks

Geeks Need Pillows Too!  By diffractionfiber

Bill Gates Mugshot Portrait Plate by BeatUpCreations

And last, but not least, don't forget to update your status...

That's all for this week.  I hope you enjoyed this post and found an idea or two you can use...or at least had a laugh or two.  If you are curious to see who won this week's EcoEtsy "Smart Design" Theme Challenge, please visit the EcoEtsy blog.   

And be sure to check out my other EcoEtsy inspired theme wedding posts for more earth-friendly ideas for weddings.

XOXO, Cindi

Comments

[Evon]

"Geek Chic Weddings". I love it. And I love the finds especially the punch card notebooks and the circuit board cuff links. Cool stuff.

[Huey]

Ah! This is definitely how I'm going to plan my wedding. I heart geek! :D

[Huey]

Oh and the pillows would be great for our new home! Hmm time for some planning!

[Michelle Ho]

Oh, I'd love those pillows too... :)

[Amanda]

This is so cool!

[Anne]

Great blog post! Love the wooden things!

[Eco Chic Wedding]

Love the earring and the peony pin.. Lovely post.. Thanks for the pointers..

[nantucket weddings]

wow...that's really inspiring..I love it. really something. Good job! What a great post! Keep posting for more.