You spent the better part of a year (at least!) searching for the perfect look for your big day, but when it’s over and you have picture-perfect photos of this once-in-a-lifetime memory, what will you do with your wedding dress? Most likely you will pay a small fortune to have it “preserved,” but for what exactly? I wonder how many brides really do wear their mom’s dresses?

I recently read about a great organization that arranges donated gowns for military couples as a way to say thank you for serving. I love this! If you’re interested, click the link below and read all about it!

http://www.bridesacrossamerica.com/

For additional charities that accept donated wedding dresses, check out the Huff Post Weddings link below:

http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2012/09/28/donate-your-wedding-dress_n_1924169.html