What is a sustainable hen party?
It’s all about having fun while reducing waste.
It’s a more conscious way of celebrating that won’t see you spending money on single use decorations and party favours.
Instead, you can prioritise quality over quantity in your purchases and leave room for some unique hen party activities to enjoy as you go!
How to have a sustainable hen party
Sustainable hen parties can be achieved in a number of ways.
Volunteering- If everyone put just 1 hour of their time into a volunteering activity for a united cause, you could really do your bit and make a difference to someone. We’ve put together the ultimate guide for hen party volunteering across the UK regions.
Sustainable swaps- choosing more eco friendly options over single use, for example. It’s easy when you have the right tools and the drive to get stuck in and do it differently. Get to know the essential eco hen party swaps here.
Sustainable activities- Incorporate minimal waste activities into your hen party plan. If you want to have sashes or a gift takeaway for your friends why not attend a DIY workshop rather than buying from Amazon. All the best ideas can be found in our awesome alternative activities guide.
When it comes to planning a sustainable hen party make sure everyone is on board with your sustainability goals.
Talk to your hens and explain the benefits of being sustainable in your celebrations
Explain any expectations they need to know eg. do they need to bring their own supplies etc
Manage your own expectations. Not everything may be possible to make sustainable, but trying and making swaps where you can is a great start!
Why say no to single use plastics?
After the fun has been had it’s sad to see these party accessories disposed of and forgotten about.
But that doesn’t mean that it magically disappears. Many single use plastics end up in landfill.
So what are the main single use plastic culprits?
Straws
Sashes
Balloons
Glitter
Cups
Shot glasses
Banners and decorations
Fancy dress
Whistles
Most plastics are tricky, if not impossible to recycle, and so end up in landfill sites across the world.
Despite our best attempts the single-use culture we’re so used to at home, makes our lives easier in the short term.
And clearing up after a hen party is no exception.
Whether nursing a sore head or feeling fatigued after an awesome party with the girls, everyone wants the tidy up to be as quick and painless as possible.
But could it be more sustainable?
The answer is yes.
With sustainable swaps and conscious activities, you can throw a stylish and sustainable party to remember.
Not sure where to start?
If you want to plan a sustainable hen party for yourself or a hen party you’re going to, first of all, congrats!
Choosing sustainability is not the easiest option and requires commitment and sometimes a little extra work.
But all that work is sure to pay off once the party is in full swing.
From environmentally friendly decorations to planet conscious partywear, there are many products, services and ideas to help you have a hen party with a difference.
For inspiration on eco swaps for hen parties, check out our ultimate accessories guide.
Want to dress to impress? We’ve got you covered with sustainable dressing tips and tricks here.
