Bridal Gowns to Bring Down the House

Why not wear a two-toned gown to match your two-toned punk rock hair? If Gwen Stefani wore one designed by John Galliano, you can, too: No reason why married ladies can't still shock the establishment. And if pink isn't punk enough for you, never fear: With the Lorelai gown by Conscious Elegance, you can choose the contrasting color at the neckline and hem. The designer, Lori Del Genis, is a third-generation dressmaker who uses locally sourced hemp, silk and organic cotton to create her gowns, which won her an environmental business of the year award in 2007.

Audrey Hepburn was married two times, but it was this Givenchy dress that she wore in the title role of Sabrina that had us lusting after a greener version. We found this vintage lace-bustier dress made of hemp and silk by eco-friendly designer Deborah Lindquist, who has dressed the likes of Demi Moore, Jessica Simpson, Charlize Theron – and even Paris Hilton. Who knew she had a green streak?

We may never know what truly went down in the short union of Renée Zellweger and Kenny Chesney, but we do know where you can find an eco-replica of her classic Carolina Herrera wedding gown. This strapless, empire waist Sophie dress by Threadhead Creations is made with hemp and silk charmeuse and also is available for custom design.

Punk-pop star Avril Lavigne showed off her girly side when she married Sum 41 front man Deryck Whibley in 2007. (The bridesmaids wore pink!) Get her dress without losing your rock or eco cred with White Chocolate Label's Jasmine dress.We love its rocker-ish hand-braided horsebit belt and the company's commitment to designing gowns using environmentally sustainable methods.

For her wedding, vegan Alicia Silverstone opted for an organic menu, pesticide-free flowers, recycled-paper invitations and a dress by Monique Lhuillier. If you like her look, choose the Kali gown by Couture SF, which because it incorporates vintage and heirloom fabrics into custom-designed bridal gowns, you might — who knows? – wind  up with a bit of Monique Lhuillier as well. The material is 100-percent silk and the sash, handmade in India, is available in any color. 

Tia Mowry shot to fame on Sister, Sister along with her twin (and maid of honor) Tamera — and we've found the environmentally friendly doppleganger to her custom Kevan Hall gown. The Jessica Gown by White Chocolate Label was created with Italian silk of mushroom-pleated chiffon. Couturier Scott Corridan only partners with manufacturers who are dedicated to the use of sustainable and organic materials. 

Mariah Carey eloping with Nick Cannon may have come as a shock, but we were more in awe that we could find a fitting environmentally friendly, flowy version of her strappy wedding dress. This handcrafted Grace gown by Threadhead Creations is made of a floral hemp and silk blend, the perfect low-key gown for anyone to elope in. 

Your wedding may not be as lavish as that of Elizabeth Hurley and Arun Nayar — unless you've secured Elton John to give you away, like Liz did — but you can mimic her Versace dress. Conscious Elegance's Bela ball gown with overskirt is made of black hemp and silk and 100% pure unbleached cotton.

While Rebecca Romijn went with lace for her similarly shaped dress, you can opt for hemp blends of silk, silk floral jacquard or silk satin. This Firenze Gown by Conscious Clothing is a body-hugging eco-friendly version of Miss Jerry O'Connell's Ralph Lauren dress.

With her eight marriages, Elizabeth Taylor is hardly the poster child for 'til death do us part, but she is an epitome of style. Get her look with the Lana Gown by Adele Wechsler. The dress, and its delicate details like the cap sleeves and rouching, is made with certified organic hemp and vegetable dyes.