Wedding Military Discounts: Dresses, Rings, Venues and More

Updated: November 9, 2022
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    Many businesses provide military discounts on wedding products and services to active-duty service members and veterans. Businesses may not promote these discounts, so it’s best to always ask if they offer a military discount. Here is a list of wedding military discounts and how to find even more.

    Engagement Rings With Military Discounts

    • Allurez
      Allurez offers a 5% military discount on engagement rings, wedding bands and other fine jewelry. The discount is available to active-duty service members, veterans, retirees, reservists and cadets with verification through ID.me.
    • wedding military dsicounts Arthur’s Jewelers
      Arthur’s Jewelers offers 10% military discounts plus free shipping to active-duty members, reservists, veterans and retirees of the U.S. Armed Forces, including the National Guard. Call 1-888-405-4343 to receive the discount. You’ll need to provide your valid military email address or proper ID.
    • Helzberg Diamonds
      All active duty, retirees, disabled veterans and family members receive a 10% discount on orders placed in-store, online or at 1-800-HELZBERG (435-9237) with verification through SheerID.
    • James Free Jewelers
      Service members and their immediate family members receive 15% off selected products in-store or online. Show your valid military ID or use your .mil email address to receive the discount.
    • Larson Jewelers
      Active-duty service members receive 5% off the purchase of wedding rings and bands. To receive the military discount, email Larson Jewelers from your military address. Note: The website suggests sending a photocopy of your military ID as an alternative. It is against the law to reproduce military ID.
    • Since1910.com
      Since 1910.com offers 10% off engagement rings and wedding bands to current service members. Note: The discount does not include the center diamond. Simply provide your U.S. military email address, and they will send you a personal discount coupon code. They also provide an engagement ring personal shopper service.
    • Tiffany & Co.
      Active-duty service members, reservists and veterans receive 10% off engagement rings and wedding bands at Tiffany & Co in the U.S. Fiances, domestic partners and spouses can also receive the discount.
    • Whiteflash
      Active-duty members of the armed forces receive 1% off diamond engagement rings. To receive this discount, contact a Whiteflash jewelry professional./li>
    • Wonder Jewelers
      Active-duty service members and reservists receive 20% off settings and 1% off diamonds when they purchase them together. They can also receive a 15% discount on diamond jewelry. Plus, shipping is free. Simply show your valid military ID or use your military email address to receive the discount.
    • Zales Diamond Store
      Shop for the perfect wedding or engagement ring at Zales and save. The 10% military discount may not be available at all stores, so be sure to call to confirm. The discount only applies to items that are not already discounted. You’ll also find discounts if you shop through the ID.me shop.

    Free Chapels

    • One of the perks of being in the military is that you can typically tie the knot at the base chapel for free. This includes a chaplain to perform the wedding ceremony and a variety of choices, including almost any religious denomination, non-religious, military, civilian and casual. Start with the chaplain’s office to find out more.

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    Free or Cheap Wedding Reception Venues

    • Military bases also offer a variety of options for hosting wedding receptions at a significantly lower cost than non-military venues, hotels or resorts. Depending on the location of the military base and the available venues, your choices can range from the joint-rank clubs, chapels, meeting halls, beaches, lakes, mountains and much more.

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    Wedding Dresses for Free or With Military Discount

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    • Brides Across America Military Bride Wedding Gown Giveaway
      Multiple bridal retailers and wedding dress designers work with this organization to provide free wedding dresses to military brides. They hold special wedding dress events throughout the year where they give away wedding dresses. Check out their site for a listing of the next free wedding dress event in a city near you.
    • Larenas
      Save 10% on a bridal gown at Larenas by presenting a valid military ID.
    • New York & Company
      New York & Company offers a variety of discounts through the ID.me shop, including 50% off sitewide.
    • Unique Vintage
      Military members receive 10% off through ID.me.

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    Military Discount Shoes

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    • Allen Edmonds
      Veterans and active service members can receive 10% off regular-priced merchandise with verification through ID.me. Some exclusions apply.
    • Cole Haan
      Veterans and active-duty service members get 20% off. You need to register to receive the discount.
    • Rack Room Shoes
      Service members and their family members save 10% off purchases every Tuesday with a valid U.S. military ID. The discount only applies in-store. On military holidays (4th of July, Memorial Day and Veterans Day), the discount increases to 20% off. These discounts can be combined with other promotions.

    Military Discount Suits, Tuxedos and Other Men’s Items

    • Vittorio Menswear & Tuxedo
      Active-duty service members, reservists and military retirees receive 10% on purchases plus free shipping with valid military ID. Formal wear rentals are also available.

    Tuxedo Rental Military Discounts

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    • National Tuxedo Rentals
      National Tuxedo Rentals offers a 5% military discount for active or reserve service members, retired military and veterans who were discharged from active service within the last year. Enter your valid military or veteran ID number online to receive a discount code.
    • Larenas
      Present your valid military ID to receive $10 off any complete tuxedo or suit rental.

    Wedding Invitations and Stationery With Military Discounts

    • Invitations by Dawn
      Receive a 30% military discount sitewide with promo code MILITARY.
    • StationeryXpress
      Create an account using your valid.mil email address and ask to receive a 10% storewide discount on wedding stationery and wedding thank-you notes with personalized and embossed stationery products. StationeryXpress will also ship to APO addresses, but a flat-rate shipping fee applies.

    Wedding Supply Military Discounts

    • Michaels
      Sync your military status with your Michaels Rewards account and receive 15% off all purchases, including sale items, every day. Active-duty, reserve and National Guard service members; veterans and registered dependents qualify for this offer.
    • Yankee Candle
      Active and retired service members and their immediate family members receive 10% discounts on their purchases online or in-store with valid military IDs.

    Photography Military Discounts

    • Many local photographers offer military discounts. Search “military discount photography near me,” or use your city name instead of “near me.” If you don’t find one, ask a local photographer.

    Destination Wedding Venues and Services With Military Discounts

    • Belltower Chapel & Garden – Dallas/Ft. Worth, Texas
      Belltower Chapel & Garden offers a 10% discount on the base rental fee for members of the U.S. Armed Forces.
    • Bolongo Bay Beach Resort – St. Thomas, United States Virgin Islands
      Active-duty service members receive 20% discounts on their destination weddings if they also stay at Bolongo Bay Beach Resort. Discount also applies to the Paradise wedding packages.
    • Mon Bel Ami Wedding Chapel – Las Vegas, Nevada
      Mon Bel Ami offers wedding packages in their chapel or outdoor gazebo, along with flowers, photography, reception and more. Service members can receive a 20% discount. Contact Mon Bel Ami for details.
    • Ocean Isle Inn – Ocean Isle Beach, North Carolina
      Active-duty service members and veterans get 15% off their stays when they book using promo code MILITARY.
    • Rosehill Manor – Leesburg, Virginia
      Discounts for the military.
    • Stonebrook Manor – Thornton, CO
      Complimentary vendors plus discounts on per-person packages.
    • Viva Las Vegas – Las Vegas, Nevada
      Active-duty service members can receive a $50 discount on wedding packages priced at $299 or more. The discount cannot be combined with any other promotion. You’ll need to provide a valid military ID on the wedding day.

    Local Wedding Venues and Services With Military Discounts

    • Battlefield Bed and Breakfast Inn – Gettysburg, Pennsylvania
      Active-duty service members receive a 10% discount on all wedding and reception packages Sunday through Thursday.
    • Lomas Santa Fe Country Club – Solana Beach, California
      Lomas Santa Fe Country Club will waive the ceremony site fee (savings of up to $2,000) for active service members and veterans.
    • Marcus Weddings – Milwaukee, Wisconsin
      Marcus Weddings offers a military discount of 15% off hosted food and beverages at the following hotels in the Milwaukee area: Pfister Hotel, Hilton Milwaukee City Center and Saint Kate – The Arts Hotel. The discount cannot be combined with other offers, and blackout dates apply.
    • True Photography Wedding Photographer – San Diego, California
      Active-duty service members and veterans receive a 10% military discount on wedding photographs.

    Additional Ways to Find Military Discounts on Wedding Products and Services

    • Ask! Many businesses offer military discounts but don’t publish them or will provide one if you ask.
    • Google search to find military wedding discounts in your area. For example, “wedding venue” “military discount” plus your location (i.e., city, county).
    • Check the local Information, Tickets and Travel; Information, Tickets and Reservations; or Morale, Welfare and Recreation office for military discounts offered in the local area.
    • Military & Veteran Discount: List for national brands, multi-state chains, online stores and services offering veteran and military discounts.
    • Local Area Veterans and Military Discounts: See additional military discounts only available in your city.

    Last note: Always compare pricing and services. A military discount can be a great value but it does not mean it will always be the best price or the best deal.

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    Written by Veteran.com Team