Brides Against Breast Cancer Wedding Gown Sale in Orlando, Florida

I recently had the opportunity to participate in a very worthwhile event, the Brides Against Breast Cancer Gown Sale in Orlando, Florida. It was held in the Fairwinds Alumni Center on the main campus of the University of Central Florida.



There were many volunteers who gave of themselves that day to contribute to the success of the gown sale. Volunteers took on a number of responsibilities from loading gowns, registering brides, helping brides try on gowns, veils, and discussing their options.


One bride I remember that day (the first customer I assisted!), selected the exact gown she had chosen at a wedding gown shop, and tried it on in a smaller size & found that it fit! She was thrilled. She said to me "And, its for a great cause"


That feeling is wonderful, to help a bride purchase HER gown for less than she would have paid for it elsewhere, and raising funds for a great cause. We were able to make 34 brides very happy! And, we raised over $20,000 that weekend in Orlando.


Brides Against Breast Cancer is an organization that takes gown donations from shops and brides, then the funds are used to grant wishes for breast cancer patients. You can't get any better than that! Here's a shot of a wish that was granted in 2006:



Thanks to Allan Saltman of Allan Jay Images for the shots above. Allan's blog allows viewer's to see things from Allan's Angle.

Thanks again to all of the volunteers and to the brides who came to shop for their gown and contribute to our cause. If you have a gown you would like to donate, please either contact me directly or visit the Brides Against Breast Cancer website for details here: I'd like to donate my gown.

Congratulations to all of the volunteers who helped with the gown sale and to the vendors who participated.

until next time.....

HAPPY WEDDING PLANNING!