"Just Because You Can, It Doesn't Mean You Should": Why Fishtail Can Fail | Curvy Brides Boutique

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Jo and Alison receive a real head-scratcher when they meet a bride whose mind is fixated to one type of dress, that is not just impractical but also unflattering for her body type. Will they and the bride's family make the bride see what they see?

[@00_the_end_is_near_00]

I love how these women can express what everyone is thinking without hurting feelings or tearing anyone down. What an amazing trait to have. 😊

[@emilybella119]

He is a great and powerful man who helped me manifest my ex three days ago without delay 💯💯💯

[@emilybella119]

Whatsapp him***

[@AhChoua]

It requires Special training

[@eimikofan]

so true light yagami!

[@Lisa-kd3uh]

Made it to 1k likes!

[@jenettemerlini6035]

I admire her so much for being determined to lose the weight herself and understanding that surgery is not a magic wand!! 👏👏🏆🏆

[@kromantik9589]

Doctors always make patients lose some weight before, you can't get that surgery without losing some weight first.

[@teecee919]

Maybe the choices people make have nothing to do w you and judging them is a pointless and mean girl mood.

[@Peacefulpreface6323]

@@teecee919 she hasn't judged anyone?

[@jsjgfdhgfsf9693]

@@teecee919 she said???nothing judgmental????

[@marymohr2799]

My dad had a weight loss surgery. Within a month he had lost eighty pounds, but he couldn't eat and drink in the same meal, he could only eat a little bit, his stomach was very sensitive, etc. To be fair, that was the early stages of recovery, and it was well worth it. But I would always recommend changing your lifestyle before getting surgery.

[@penneyahmed2393]

I just love these women. They make everyone feel special.

[@debstrout1844]

I want to be their friend!

[@allisontaylor1818]

Yes they do...beautiful souls

[@blueice011]

Yes! So true! They are lovely, lovely people, doing their business, but never let the human side of their work out of sight. They are sympathetic, healing, warm human beings first, and then they are sales persons. It's o therapeutic to watch how they treat their brides and how much patience and empathy they have for others. They truly love people and their job. They work so well as a pair, you can tell that they understand each other without words. Lovely friendship, lovely show. I'm sure they've helped many ladies on so many levels. Best of luck for them.

[@rubberdc]

I have just this moment had the very same thought .

[@LaurieAnnCurry]

I wish I could have these two wonderful women style a dress for me. So sweet, wise, and lovely.

[@fromcraft2cure]

That last dress definitely was the one for her. It was stunning!! I wish her all the best in her health journey. It won't be easy. It will be a battle. But Girl, you can do it!!

[@gardenjoy5223]

Love your comment. And agree! You go girl!

[@teecee919]

Diets are shown not to work and scientifically ruin your metabolism.

[@gardenjoy5223]

@@teecee919 She would lose a lot of weight without a diet, by just eating normal portions and more healthy with more fiber in it. A lot of diets work fine and do not ruin your metabolism at all. Problem is mostly not the body, but the soul. Many people eat away their hurt with so-called comfort food. Comes new trouble or stress, comes another round of comfort food with its weight gain.

[@callalily7130]

Agreed. It gave me goosebumps when she came out wearing that last dress

[@wangarireginah]

My mouth dropped too...she is beautiful in that dress

[@sophiesimpson8248]

I think it’s so powerful for her to say she’s obese AND she’s okay with her body, you never see that on TV, love these women so much

[@F00tsie]

@Hulda's Journey • No offense, but this came across as toxic positivity to me. Saying we *should* feel beautiful at all sizes can seem like shaming someone who doesn't feel beautiful at all sizes. It's okay not to feel beautiful when you're obese, and want to make real positive changes in your lifestyle to change how you feel.

[@cassandrakemara8755]

Yea this will change when she gets health issues health is more important then appearance

[@otakuanimeworld8228]

@@F00tsie so "should" wasnt the best choice of word. Maybe saying we hope that everyone can feel comfortable and pretty in all sizes and shapes, would've been better.

[@liesmies3492]

@@F00tsie i think i absokutely agree

[@iamoutofmana3845]

This is definitely toxic positivity. What part of obesity is healthy or positive? We shouldn't romanticize these kind of things.

[@josi4251]

I had weight-loss surgery 24 years ago. They are absolutely correct that you have to make major lifestyle changes. Even though I had complications and needed a revision, it was still all worth it. I wear a size 10 and feel great -- it helped me avoid diabetes and high blood pressure, along with numerous other problems. Surgery isn't for everyone, but it certainly worked out well for me.

[@jasdipkaur6004]

Awesome!

[@georgina-a]

Congratulations! Weight loss is hard work & I hope that's what you see when you look in the mirror. Yes the surgery helped, but all of the hard work was down to *you* . I'm always a bit dubious about congratulating weight loss online because I don't want to encourage eating disorders, but it sounds like you've done everything brilliantly - focusing on your health and maintaining a healthy size. Wishing you a happy and healthy future! 💕 x

[@rebeccabrighton7769]

Well done you! 😍

[@joywebster2678]

Glad u did all the work!

[@rachelcookie321]

Can I just ask what country you’re from? You said you’re a size 10 now but that can vary a lot between countries. Some countries that’s a size small and in others it’s a size large.

[@chubbybear99]

I love that Al & Jo can relate to the women who walk into their shop, they are married and had worn their horrible wedding dresses before and don't want a plus size bride to go through what they did. You may think buying a white dress that You think makes You look beautiful but You will remember the rest of your life when the dress hurts/pinches/rubs viciously or doesn't flow like you thought it would. Why put in a few thousand dollars or pounds on a dress that you are not comfortable in ???

[@Corapaslemagasin]

Exactly! And it’s the reason why, My mother and my grandmother, they both got married in a pantsuit 😅

[@jacksmom5233]

I love that they guided her to an appropriate dress instead of some of the shows where they just agree with the bride and don't even try to guide them to a dress that actually suits their body type and let them spend thousands of dollars to look like a mess. Its ultimately the brides choice but they don't even try. Plus I like theadvice regarding weight loss surgery.

[@lisab9541]

I used to be a bridal consultant and I usually pulled the dresses I knew would look best on the bride. It was my job to make the bride look her best and that she was wearing the dress, not the dress wearing the bride. She needs to shine and be her most beautiful.

[@cainbaby2152]

This comment screams fatphobic.

[@SynthScribe]

@@cainbaby2152 where?

[@icunurse6825]

If a bride is massively overweight she’s pretty much going to look like a mess no matter what she wears.

[@nreynolds75243]

These 2 women are absolutely lovely. They took into account her feelings but wanted to make sure she looked amazing. They knew the fish tail wasn't for her body type but they were very tactful. They didn't lie to her but the way they treated her shows they cared. What a skill!!!

[@bbtmac3453]

Anyone with a eating disorder , eating in abundance or anorexic absolutely NEEDS two women like this . The first step with anything one who wants to be successful is a positive attitude. These two women speak from experience that is born from their heart. ❤️👍🏻❤️from 🇺🇸

[@JaneRLeBlanc]

The neckline on that last dress was amazing! All the details. I hope she wore her hair pink for the wedding! It looked amazing. :)

[@hurst-cs2jh]

Hello Jane, how are you doing?

[@IAmTheSkinThief]

@@hurst-cs2jh stop talking to ladies like they'll reply.

[@byoun..]

@@IAmTheSkinThief in a youtube comment section nonetheless😂

[@jessicamirrielees4624]

I agree, the pink hair with a white dress is absolutely beautiful

[@mayarcher5832]

The way Mum and Sis’s faces just LIT UP. This show warms my 💙.

[@pandakatiefominz]

I LOVE that in this episode they can confess their obesity and the fact their health is at risk, BUT they still deserve to look and feel pretty.

[@rachelcookie321]

Yes. I am definitely for body positivity but we shouldn’t ignore that being obese or severely underweight can bring health problems. I feel like this battle for body positivity has been divided into two very extreme sides. One side that things being overweight is bad and everyone overweight needs to lose weight and it’s extremely unhealthy and another side that things it doesn’t matter at all even if your health is seriously at risk. I think the opinions expressed in this video are very positive and she looked beautiful in the final dress.

[@jssik12]

Ok but why did I gasped when I saw her in that last dress? It was beautiful on her

[@user-tf4bl6no6g]

Right? Took my breath away and a tear rolled down my cheek, and I don't even know these women lol

[@juliesprik9479]

Yes, definitely, beautiful ❤️.

[@ginamariedibella]

Anyone know what the maker of that dress was

[@jenerin905]

I gasped too. Oh my gosh. Everyone should feel as beautiful as she was in that dress! Stunning!

[@sk8ergrrl1]

Lol me too!!!

[@mrsmack5808]

I love how you can always see when a bride has the right dress for her because she literally radiates happiness and looks comfortable.

[@usagi18]

Yup... saw that twice, with a very close friend, and then with my sister. Knew they tried the dress just by their faces coming out of the fitting room

[@roguelove807]

All wedding dress shows should have people this wonderful hosting them :) They're so kind and respectful and don't make people feel bad about themselves.

[@jasmina.8473]

Cute sugar glider!

[@jamiecartright]

Hear, hear!

[@roguelove807]

@@jasmina.8473 aww ty! Her name is Sassy and she's very sweet ^_^

[@sarahfernandez8444]

I just wish all curvy brides has someone like these beautiful ladies to make them feel beautiful and special.

[@paigemeyers4686]

I read these comments talking about "she looks so pretty in that last dress" and I just was like "uh huh sure." And then the CHILLS I got when I saw it.... truly lovely ❤❤❤ I really hope she saw just how beautiful she is and bought it!

[@barefootcontessa3112]

“Bit like Lycra” 🤣🤣🤣🤣 so rightist love these two women.

[@i_am_gods_child]

whenever i watch this show, i can see how much of a safe space they give they brides. Jo and Alison just met her, and yet she is able to feel comfortable with talking about quite personal thoughts with them (like having the surgery or not) , and i also love how genuine they are

[@rachelcookie321]

I wish the therapists I’ve seen were as nice as those ladies. I’ve always felt really uncomfortable whenever I try see a councillor or therapist but they seem like they would make everyone feel really comfortable.

[@carriejasper1886]

She looks beautiful. That is definitely the right dress for her.

[@melaniescott8204]

I’m size 14 and know the pain of chub rub, would avoid it at ALL costs 😂

[@teecee919]

You should check out megababes thigh rescue

[@eliboyle22]

Oh my goodness me too lol!😂 Teen camp was a struggle!

[@nr5076]

Meet to and i am a size 10

[@eliboyle22]

@Kaylie Hogan Ooh! I've never thought of baby powder! Thanks for the recommendation!

[@CarinaKi]

@@nr5076 size 8 here but no thigh gap. Chub rub is the worst! Luckily I only get in on the upper most part of my inner thighs. But it’s awful none the less

[@melaniescott8204]

She has the most beautiful skin tone, glows in ivory

[@lovelyisabelle2028]

So light pink is perfect to you? 🤨

[@melaniescott8204]

@@lovelyisabelle2028 I am confused 🤷‍♀️

[@ohnoeswhatsthat1335]

@@lovelyisabelle2028 ehm yes?

[@Claire-lu8hf]

Right!! Pale skin in ivory is so underrated!!! She was glowing!

[@secretaardvark679]

@@Claire-lu8hf I really don’t think white people wearing white wedding dresses is any new headline

[@CRNK824]

I want to be best friends with these ladies.

[@deawallach3404]

Everyone does!!

[@danajthaha6170]

That would be so cool

[@ellenmason3833]

Add in Auntie Gok and my life would be complete

[@sanuyeford8968]

@@deawallach3404 hhhhhh

[@anastasiabeaverhausen8652]

I actually bought the first dress I tried on - it was total perfection. The consultant didn't really know what to do with that, and it was actually hard to convince her that I was finished. Lol

[@caryn9953]

Hehe much like your partner, when you know you know 🥰 No wedding for me yet, and when we do have the wedding we want something small and non traditional (ie not expensive 😂😂), but I imagine it won't take long to find a dress 🥰

[@anastasiabeaverhausen8652]

@@caryn9953 I had a full plated dinner for 100 people with an open bar... My wedding was just under $5,000 including catering, my dress ($675), veil, cake, gifts for wedding party, venue, and flowers. 💒💝🎉 Best of luck!!! 💋

[@caryn9953]

@@anastasiabeaverhausen8652 thank you!!! 😊 I would really love to find a non traditional white dress with pink flowers...partially because of the significance it would have for him 🥰 5k still seems like a lot 😂 but I know that's nothing compared to a lot of weddings. Sounds like yours was absolutely lovely 🥰 likely a huge bargain for how amazing I bet it was! and I hope you 2 are loving each other more and more with each passing day! 🥰

[@mariakaragianni863]

Chloe looked beautiful in her wedding dress💞💞💞

[@JudithBisson]

Last Dress, amazing. Suited her so well, best wishes to the Bride. May her day be filled with love and joyous times.

[@mommabierman5168]

This is Jo’s best show ever. Laughs and words of wisdom. I adore these ladies!!

[@mlisnaglar]

Oh when she put on that last dress it gave me chills!! Sooo beautiful!! 😍😍😍And can I please adopt those wedding shop ladies to be my personal counselors/ psychiatrists!! I need them! ❤️

[@janbowles2449]

Yet again these ladies work their magic. The bride was lovely and happy

[@shellykevinbaumgartner7612]

Oh my gosh. I got goosebumps and happy chills all over when she came out in "thee dress" and saw herself in the mirror. That dress is absolutely perfect for this beautiful bride ❤

[@annabees]

I just wanted to say that you don't have to go to the gym to drop some weight. You can start by walking 20-30min each day and having the right diet to support the weight loss (not just heavy portion control, or any fad diet, the right diet should allow you to live your life and "exercise" without feeling hungry, just maybe before meal) Once you are launched on the weight loss journey like this, respecting your body 100%, then your body will slowly help you drop some weight. It's not always that easy throughout the process, but if you need to drop some weight to get in better health, don't rush doing extreme things that will just trigger alerts to not drop the weight all over your body and brain ;) That being said, what a lovely bride :D

[@ysbyttybedbug]

I must just say, that bride’s eye makeup is beautiful!

[@melaniescott8204]

I love how the blonde uses her hands when she talks

[@incognito805]

Now, this is the ONLY time that you get to say "no" to the dress, even if youre not the one whos wearing it.

[@App1_e]

They know what they’re talking about.

[@mitzinicoleritter211]

These are the kind of women who are so perfect for the job! Brava!

[@nancyjohnson50]

I had the same reaction her Mom had when she saw her! That last dress was stunning on her! Best wishes Chloe!

[@madhumadhu2647]

So beautiful ..bride looked stunning..this episode brought tears in my eyes..all the best for her future journey

[@pakristofzski]

I had an "okay" bridal experience. When I went to DB just with friends it was okay ish, but gosh I wish I had shop owners like this By comparison I was so much smaller, and I didn't know that from 19-23 would be the last year's I'd have all the spoons in the world and my health! I wish I'd have had people that weren't so hyper focused on a size 18-22 wedding dress, and how I looked. I was 19, marrying my soulmate! But for my vow renewal? I'm going here, if I'm going to have a do-over, I'm DOING EVERYTHING over!!

[@kellytorebenard653]

“That’s it. I believe you now‼️” My heart smiled so big & she looked S N A T C H E D‼️

[@tinajohnson1988]

Jo and Al....very special ladies.

[@rosemariediamond7855]

I love you both. You make plus sized women like me see how they can be beautiful. But mostly you build up their confidence and self esteem 💜

[@ilovemysweeties]

that last one is sooooo flattering. they all were! infact this shop is amazing and of course the women are what really make the whole thing work

[@vickiemeisinger9632]

This has become my favorite bridal show- it is SO REAL!!! & the help women to “Find themselves~ to be HONEST W/ THEMSELVES, , SOMETIMES FOR THE FIRST TIME IN A VERY LONG TIME, until they come into their shop❣️❣️... and Because of the their listening skills & kindness, MIRACLES HAPPEN❣️❣️❣️❣️❣️

[@xxo8888]

Unpopular opinion, but if they dnt have the style she wanted in her size, that's not the shop for her. Instead of trying to convince her and her party to choose another style they DO have

[@xxo8888]

"There was none there that fitted her." "We need to show her it's not a great look." And then pulled the family aside to convince them to convince her. It would be completely different if they they had one her size for her to compare, but they didn't even have that. Their hearts may be in the right place, but she should wear _whatever_ style she wants

[@laural.b7515]

Finally someone said it! If this was her dream dress why changing her mind just because you don't like her in it?? They got way over themselves..

[@tamt.5812]

@@laural.b7515 Because it really wasn't her "dream dress", it was a dress. And if it was her DREAM dress, don't you think she would have walked out of that boutique and gone back to the old one? I think her perception of what she needed and what she REALLY needed was changed seeing herself in a different light. I for one, heard ruffle mermaid and went WHAH?? But hey....you do you. I LOVED the dress she chose. And she looked AMAZING in it.

[@kirsteinbeck1622]

They only changed her mind because the mermaid dress didn't fit her body correctly thats why they were trying to steer her away from it, they didn't want her on her wedding day looking back at the photos regretting her decision which is what a true stylists is suppose to do.

[@itsjustme.7059]

@@kirsteinbeck1622 I agree. She’s apple shaped so she does not need to accentuate that area. I am apple shaped too. I don’t want anything to highlight my tummy area.

[@giraffeNana2023]

Well done, ladies! You were kind, listened to the bride-to-be, while gently showing her what her body type needed. Love the statement, " Just because you CAN, doesn't mean you should". (Hello, Walmart customers). I'm 5'2-1/2" tall, 115 lbs, and turn 70 next month. Just because a particular style or outfit fits my body, doesn't mean I should wear it out in public.

[@AlexisTwoLastNames]

these clips legitimately are helping me through my self hate and depression.

[@lisab9541]

If this is you in your profile pic, you are naturally gorgeous. I hope you do start loving yourself and feeling better.❤

[@AlexisTwoLastNames]

@@lisab9541 thank you 💜 it’s mostly internal self hate, but i am working on it and doing better :) hope you have a great week ahead

[@kristown8170]

I understand where these women are coming from. Me, my youngest sister, and my mother have BMI's over 37. I struggle to lose weight since I have PCOS and some mental issues I'm dealing with. My mom pushes my youngest sister to lose weight due to health issues. Seeing this girl love herself in her dress and not caring about how her weight affects her inspires me.

[@sandracarroll1952]

I wish I had of met you two amazing women when I got married!!! You are both amazing and think of the brides' happiness. I "made do" on both my wedding days and I do regret not having a beautiful wedding gown! One that I felt really special in! Thank you to both of you for making brides special days be the MOST beautiful!

[@rachelcookie321]

I see a lot of people trying on only like 5 dresses before picking one but I’m on a mission to find the perfect dress for when I get married. I’m trying on at least 20 dresses and going to multiple shops before I make my choice. I will find THE one. I’m currently in the process of getting my first glasses and I’m doing the same thing. I’m scared to buy any because I want to make sure I find the perfect pair since i’lol have to wear them everyday. It’s been 2 weeks and I’m yet to make a decision yet.

[@Leena79]

The last dress was defknately the best, it made her radiate. Also, I really like her hair colour. 💗

[@jesswoody3452]

Absolutely stunning 🤩!!! These ladies are amazing 😻 guiding her in the right way and the outcome was FABULOUS 👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽!

[@mybubbles5552]

I love how sweet they all were. They really wanted the best for the bride.

[@trishhinkle7076]

This was heart warming! Excellent job, ladies.❤️

[@alycemcdonald8122]

Just adore these 2 lovely women. They are just so wonderful to all their clients! Thank You.

[@laureen96]

She is beautiful

[@paulao5834]

I love Jo and Al. Last dress was beautiful on the bride.

[@andrearosaria77]

I had the same reaction as mom and sis! I’m over here in tears! So excited for her!

[@nummulite99]

Their reaction made me cry!!! Perfect!

[@EllysaE]

Lollll “...bit like Lycra” I feel that

[@rv2971]

That dress looked amazing on her! Love these ladies!!

[@roserezk4906]

These woman are fabulous people and I love them so much because they made everyone feel special and happy 😊 ❤ 💖 💕 💜 ♥. Thank you both so much 💖 💗 💓

[@mr.balloffur]

When I worked at a bridal shop we made all brides try on all styles and go from there. Most went with a different style dress that they originally wanted

[@mau1558]

Ladies.... You are amazing. Your hearts are definitely in the right place. Thank you for your compassion and empathy.

[@Sarah-li2fm]

Once again you ladies are just so on point!! She looked absolutely stunning!! 💚💜

[@vintagelady1]

Once again, Jo & Alison perform a miracle & make a girl feel like a princess. Hooray for the Ladies!

[@gwenstone9685]

How do these ladies always know exactly what to say? I’m so glad they didn’t let the bride settle, she looks lovely

[@ktjamlex]

Wow - that bride has the most amazing skin - she glows

[@paulymccaslin6968]

She looked sooo happy in this dress. It is beautiful on her! She will be a lovely bride.❤

[@kp7631]

Jo and Alison are so authentic. They really are special ladies.

[@annieshaffer6939]

The dress at the end is stunning! and she looks amazing in it!!!

[@blacklabgoldens8197]

That last dress is absolutely gorgeous!! And she looks incredible!!

[@lunawonderlust]

The detailing on the last one. Aweeee her reaction 🥰😍🤩

[@Suely4sure]

Wow....beautiful bride and beautiful dress!

[@SunFlower-jr2qh]

Beautiful!! 💗💗💗

[@garotadagavea]

Her mom's reaction is the best. Pure delight.

[@kimb868]

5 yrs since I had gastric sleeve lost 178 and have never regretted it not once gave me my life back!!!

[@FUGGLEmose]

She looks stunning in that dress!! The fishtail looked like something for a club 😣 but I definitely understand how emotional the first try on can be

[@minnied84]

That last dress....stunning.

[@marymichele340]

These ladies are amazing!! Chloe looked beautiful!!!

[@juliewilbur647]

This is my favorite shows!! These two women are wonderful and caring, they are more interested in bride not the sale. I'm 65 now so don't really expect to get married at this point but, if I did I would fly to England and get my dress at their boutique!!💖💖💖

[@sheilaarestad5657]

I am 63 and thinking the same thing.

[@katrinamoore3520]

These ladies are so kind. The best wedding dress show by far.

[@1Kaileegirl]

Chloe looks absolutely beautiful in her dress Great choice

[@hurst-cs2jh]

Hello Cathy, how are you doing?

[@monicatrovao2368]

Love this show and these ladies they're amazing 😍😘❤️

[@dic2419]

I just found these videos and I absolutely adore them!

[@galady8632]

Jo and Al are perfectly suited for their career choice. Heck, they could be motivational speakers!! They always insure each bride's inner beauty shines through and they help them found THE dress. The bride was truly gorgeous!

[@monifa3605]

I will always keep saying it these ladies are what ever lady needs in their lives. People like these ladies who help you see how amazing you feel, how amazing you look, how amazing are. They are confident boosters! They take your insecurities & make you feel even more confident in yourself & your body! 💕

[@Chrstnrchrdsn]

This group of big gals look amazing, and fun!

[@bellecabello3762]

Chloe, the dress is stunning and you look angelic in it! 🤩🤩🤩🤩🤩🤩. Congrats!

[@purplesweetpepperpepper2756]

I love these ladies!

[@angelasabatino9930]

Love these ladies!

[@hurst-cs2jh]

Hello Angela, how are you doing?

[@gdaygday1209]

Gorgeous and love the support given!

[@jessicaromandia1954]

Favorite quote! “Just ‘cause you can, doesn’t mean you should. Bit like life”

[@thekingsdaughter4233]

I think she said _lycra,_ not life. Yes to life! :-)

[@meagang9955]

Chloe's eyes are so beautiful! Her spouse is gonna swoon when they see her walking down the aisle

[@BearTeamRealEstate]

I love it too! Gorgeous ladies! You are amazing!

[@donnafeather6792]

You two ladies are amazing! If I ever need a dress......❤️

[@lambsear89]

Beautiful! I absolutely love that dress on her!

[@elanasharich8538]

Jo and Alli, you are amazing ladies, super professional, with such expertise in creating a perfect experience for beautiful brides to be. Love watching your videos.

[@ingridmckernan5102]

Beautiful bride ❤❤

[@debbiewilkinson914]

I love these ladies.. such beautiful souls 🤗♥️. Thank you to you very special ladies 😊

[@Jen-lc5yc]

' bit like Lycra " I love this consultant