Wedding dresses given to military wives

West Hartford (WTNH) - In honor of Veteran's Day, Camille Bridal Couture joined Brides Across America and is giving away free designer wedding gowns to military brides-to-be.

Bridal salons across the country are pleased to reward the military personnel who have served in Iraq, Afghanistan, or whose fiancé's are on active duty in these areas with this special Veteran's Day event.

"With the economy at its lowest and military couples are struggling to afford a wedding, it is important that we come together to show our appreciation for their brave service and commitment to our country. Every little bit helps," said Heidi Janson, founder of Brides Across America.

Brides Across America and its partners have given over 1,500 wedding gowns nationwide since its inception and are striving to double that figure by the end of the year.

To qualify, brides must be engaged, be on active duty in the military, or have a fiancé on active duty in either Iraq or Afghanistan.

All military brides must show ID, copy of deployment papers, orders or other qualifying proof. Brides do not have to reside in the area where the giveaway is taking place. Each event has limited amounts of gowns and the event is on a first come first serve basis.

For more information regarding the Nov, 11th event please call Camille Bridal Couture at 860-233-1203.