Sibling Rivalry Could Ruin This Bride’s Appointment | Say Yes To The Dress Big Bliss

During her appointment, Bride Linda gets caught up in a sibling rivalry. She wants a dress that tops her sister's, will she be able to find it?
From season 2 episode 17.
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[@fanfiction4thewin149]

It’s not about her sister. It’s about wanting to feel like her mom loves her just as much

[@NowLeavingNormal]

Yep. She just wants her mother to be proud of her and look at her the same way she looks at her sisters.

[@amydoran9987]

It’s sister to sister jealousy.

[@dramamole]

Yes but it's also not fair to expect the mother to have a reaction she has no control over. The mother can, and did, be supportive, but crying at a dress is an involuntary response. And who knows what the circumstances were that day that lead to the tears. The bride was putting all of the pressure on her mother rather than just picking something she liked.

[@guardtheham1233]

Facts😊

[@bunjijumper5345]

Her sister is one of the most beautiful brides I ever seen, its hard when someone like that is in the family with average looking sisters.

[@auntjosie756]

That momma was squeezing out those tears to make sure it was her last shop for a dress. Its truly sad when you have to compete.

[@cyflym11]

I agree, they were tears of relief. I'm getting very fed up with this pressure for everyone to cry. Fgs people can be happy without blubbing all over the place.

[@darshkaur5684]

I found it so awkward that she wanted her mom to burst out crying lol 😂 I’m sorry the way my mom and I are shopping for dresses for the wedding is totally different. My mom has better taste than I do for sure

[@katzlevyalon]

💯

[@Real-housewives-Wakanda]

😂 😂 😂 The pressure was high for the mumma 😂😂😂

[@natashakuzmanoska9656]

Remember her mother when you think that acting is easy :D. But honestly it was the best dress.

[@theraweggfiles]

This bride suffers from SEVERE insecurity to the point that she will NEVER be happy unless she gets validation and approval from those around her.

[@anitahartzenberg3212]

I think she will be happy for she found someone who loves her for who she is and who saw the beauty she has inside and out no matter her size

[@morganminpin]

I think you are right. Now that she has the dress, she'll start agonizing about the catering, the flowers, the music, the photographer, because everything about HER wedding has to be better than what her sister had. Not a comfortable or productive way to live.

[@theraweggfiles]

@@morganminpin It really isn't. People should live for their own happiness, not the competition to outdo others because there will always be someone who had it better no matter how good one has it.

[@emmalouie1663]

Had a co-worker in her 50s and she would talk about how she disliked her sisters... her jealousy must have been a life long thing. It took me a while to figure out that her itchyness stemmed from her own insecurity. She was such an unpleasant person. Imagine being like that one's entire life an into their 50's but for no real reason. She was married, had a house, a decent life, frankly an easy job, she had a dog, had children and grandchildren but she was a pill and it was unnecessary all because of some mental issue.

[@theraweggfiles]

@@emmalouie1663 That's why I always say, "Live by YOUR rules and love yourself. Forget what others do or how they live and stop comparing oneself to others because things aren't always what they seem.

[@zabindhanji]

I am sad that Linda felt that she had to 'out do' her sister's wedding dress. It took the joy out of the experience. I'm also glad that she didn't settle for just any dress. The one that she finally chose was unique and looked beautiful on her. It flattered her figure very well.

[@mistybollinger3312]

How in the world do you figure that?! It made her belly look absolutely huge and showed every line!!

[@kln58cub]

@@mistybollinger3312 they will order in her size so it doesn't show every line.

[@saltedcarameltea4359]

@@mistybollinger3312 are you expecting a dress to make her change body type altogether she has a belly and its gonna be there regardless once she gets the dress to her measurements it'll look a better fit but her stomach is her stomach and the dress looked gorgeous

[@dsmith436]

I don’t think she found a dress that’s flattering at all.

[@Imissneo]

Beautifully said. UK.

[@ChristineAustralia74]

Linda's in the wrong shop..... She needs Jo and Al ❣️

[@denisehall4818]

too true

[@annagraser5088]

She probably can't afford to go to Al and Jo with that big wedding.

[@mapatterson173]

Or Auntie Gok. He will make her look and feel beautiful

[@catladyfromky4142]

Jo and Al didn’t exist when this episode was aired. The bridal industry as a whole did not exist for plus size brides. So this was as good as she could have gotten. Now there are tons of plus size designers and shops that cater to them. In the US. Why do you think that the US doesn’t have any shops like that now? So you think that they don’t exist if there isn’t a TV show about them? LOL

[@pxssycontrol]

It's hilarious to me that they're pulling out these klienfeld's episodes with curvy brides like thats the only reason we like curvy brides boutique. It's literally Jo and Al. These consultations have NOTHING on Jo and Al

[@leahclo4857]

She’s got more issues than a dress can fix☹️ I hope she had a great wedding.

[@L.Spencer]

Looks like they did have a nice wedding, she wore the dress, too.

[@leahclo4857]

@@L.Spencer that makes me very happy.

[@momma8954]

Here's sister's do

[@marcelladillard3556]

Great wedding vs great marriage

[@poponachtschnecke]

It's really unhealthy to have a goal of topping someone else's happy moment. Don't do that.

[@sharicewilliams]

Its about that. She just wants to be loved like her sister

[@pksmith1275]

Agree!!

[@introspectivekitty2167]

“I want to top her!” Notice how all her attention is on out doing her sister rather then the person she is marrying. She’s going to want to have quadruplets if her sister has twins

[@tai.6794]

she feels that way because her sisters were always favorited over her, for being plus sized and the middle child. i think it’s more about being loved and appreciated the way her sisters are rather than just wanting to put her sister down..

[@tegsxx4020]

Fully agree. I'm plus sized and the middle child of 7, 5 of which including me are women and the fact that she was adamant her dress tops hers sister's dress screamed child for me. It wasn't about validation once she said that. Her sister also encouraged that mindset during that first appointment. My younger sister had boys and kept trying until she had a girl at child 5 when I had my only child that happened to be a girl. I'm in no way competitive so I never understood it. I hope she learns to live her life happily rather than comparing what should be her life mile stones with her sisters' and ruining those moments for herself.

[@lynnb-TruckCastreauJr]

As a middle child AND a plus-size woman, I was right there with Linda. The final dress was definitely the right choice for her, and she looks gorgeous.

[@ponta419]

I agree the dress was really beautiful and she looked gorgeous in it !

[@Pretty_Nesha]

In my household it’s different. I’m the oldest but most forgotten . I have 2 younger sisters and they’re the favorites . So I definitely feel Linda’s pain .

[@alyssaheike8055]

​@Pretty_Nesha Oh wow. That's so different from my household but i feel you. I'm the youngest and the most forgotten lol. I've been competing all my life having the best score in school, having a prestigious job etc, but I've given up now. I know I'll never be enough. My own mother didn't want me but didn't have an abortion because of my dad. They already had a girl and boy so she didn't see a reason to have another one. I just thank God that he sent other parental figures in my life through the neighbors and I'm now on a path towards the career I want soo...yeah Sorry for the huge trauma dump lol. I just needed to let that out 😅

[@marshhen]

If I were the mother of three daughters I would stamp out any sibling rivalry. This mother just passively lets it happen. My mother never created any competition between myself and my two sisters. We got along well and always cheered each other on. Women compete with each other, without thinking about it. It is so damaging and a waste of energy. To compete with somebody you love is just insane.

[@OnLifeandLove]

True but most parents don't intentionally let it happen. It would be lying for them to say they don't have a favorite child, it's just human nature. And when they do there's jealousy and rivalry.

[@r.d.8172]

Boys in high school always tried to generate rivalry between my sister and I, even girls too, inviting just me to their birthdays cause I wasn''t "the pretty one". I never went to those, and our friedship with my sister was always the most important thing, for us both, thanks to my parents. I'm not sure that there's always a favourite child, we're all different and parents should be able to work on appreciating the different traits in their kids. We're 3 sisters too, and teachers would always compare us, boys would say my sis was the pretty one and I wasn't, etc. and specially through teenage years parents should help their children see how that's just a stupid game and that the bond between sisters can be beautiful!!

[@AkireMaru]

Option 2: one is fat and the other is really fat. She was probably constantly compared to her sister by other people and this has very little to absolutely nothing to do with the mom.

[@jessijaneway6660]

My sister and I are 12 years apart and different in every way possible. She hit major mile stones leagues before I ever would. Because of that mom was very vigilant to stop me from comparing myself to my sister. There's no way I could compare to her, we're two different people at different stages of our lives who want completely different things. I'm grateful she did that because now I can live along side her.

[@kookycat9663]

I am the middle child of 3 girls in my family. There are 6yrs between my older sister & myself & 7yrs between myself & my younger sister. I completely understand how this bride feels. My Mum always says there is no difference between us & she loves us all the same. BUT... I always have felt like the 'outsider' as my sisters have more in common with each other & my Mum. My older sister is awesome with business & brains etc...my younger sister was born with a slight heart defect, but is ok now. She is extremely close to my Mum & is now her full time carer as Mum is now wheelchair bound. The 3 of them have the same opinions, some hobbies & interests in common, whereas I don't... I have nothing in common with them at all, other than being blood related (even my blood group is different! Lol!). So, even tho it was never intentional, & my Mum always stopped any discussion about it at all, it has always been the 3 of them & me on my own...

[@ipsy777]

Initially thought Linda was trying to compete with her sister but later realised she was craving her mom's and sisters' love and validation.. felt bad for her..

[@SS-rd6cv]

Hats off to Christiane the consultant....she was sooo sweet and patient with her!

[@lockeandkey21]

Mom brought eye drops to the second appointment just in case 🤣 This weird ass sibling rivalry makes me seriously question if she’s getting married for the right reasons.

[@eileenmcdonald1599]

I am lucky.. My sister can be a witch but is supportive of me.

[@NighDarke]

She definitely needs to stop trying to compete with her sisters and just do what works for her and makes her happy. Don't worry about what they are doing or what they have or what they did. Do your own thing!

[@trini2335]

Bless her heart but she ruined her first appointment because she was competing against her sister. I’m glad she was able to find a beautiful dress but she needs to stop putting poor mom in the middle. She is blessed to have such a supportive family ♥️

[@fanfiction4thewin149]

This whole situation is Moms fault. So it’s not “poor Mom” she built this competition with her kids.

[@winxclubflora8446]

@@fanfiction4thewin149exactlyyyy the mom clearly shows favourtism and the “supportive” sister was attacking her the entire appointment. She needs a better family than this toxic

[@mandyellis876]

‘Poor mom’ is casting herself as the meat in the sandwich…she is not! The mother should have got a hold on this constant rivalry years ago and stamped it out. Likely she’s spent years fanning the flames!!

[@I.A.G]

​@fanfiction4thewin149 you've replied to every comment stating the unhealthy nature of the bride's attitude. Are you the bride? She's toxic. That's the fact. If this was the other way round - sister competing with her bride sister getting married, I'm sure you'll be taking about jealousy, etc

[@marietighe6328]

​@@fanfiction4thewin149you don't know that. You are watching a staged REALITY show. Sometimes people are just assholes and she didn't present as a downtrodden middle child, she presented like a damn spoilt brat.

[@velmacoffey3763]

This is sad...mom says double whammy, (middle child and plus size). They don't see her for her beauty, kindness and her accomplishments on her own. The dress she chose is stunning. Go and live your life with your man, who loves you as you are !!!

[@ellenmason3833]

Glad I am not the only one who noticed her mom saying that. And as a mom myself, if you know that is how your child feels, then maybe do something to counteract that rather than feed into it.

[@darshkaur5684]

Oh my god! i was just thinking that!

[@Samantha-dv4je]

I’m glad I’m not the only one who noticed what the mom said!! That was fucked up!

[@jb6712]

"Beauty"?????---Where???

[@rheverend]

When it came to meeting my husband, getting engaged/married, getting pregnant, etc. I never got the excited reaction from my parents. Every event was almost a “oh no” reaction from them. It really hurt. I had waited so long and been thru so much just to have them act like these milestones were not something to celebrate in my case. At some point you just stop caring what they think and prove them wrong by being unbelievably happy with your choices (as long as they are wise choices to begin with lol)

[@alliechotikul1621]

hey stranger! im super proud of everything you’ve accomplished, you rock :)

[@myragrapa5169]

My parents always disapproved of me dating anyone so I get it

[@monongahelacats]

Same. My mom never showed much emotion at all at any of my milestones.

[@user-pz7vl1pu9f]

This resonated with me ... I never had the approval I wanted and after awhile you need to get it from yourself

[@I.A.G]

Same here

[@marilynvallance]

Linda is so busy trying to top her sister that she can’t see the wood for the trees.

[@fanfiction4thewin149]

More like wanting her mom to love her

[@avengernemesis7990]

Gosh all that competition for a wedding frock..that is really sad. Accept who you are and wear what suits you. Randy wise words that you spoke. Bridal assistant patience of a Saint. Australia

[@italianlifestyle7911]

A wedding should be a moment of joy and not spreading negativity around you bringing everyone down! Positive vibes and kindness are free.❤

[@user-us6ce7me8k]

Agreed.

[@somebody7070]

What do u mean ? Was anyone negative?

[@poponachtschnecke]

@@somebody7070 the bride was pretty awful for making the whole thing about conquering her sister. She could have talked about how much her union with her fiance meant to her, and what an exciting and happy transition it was shaping up to be, but instead she made it about trying to make her sister less than her.

[@I.A.G]

​@@poponachtschnecke Exactly what I commented

[@seeyouonthefly2024]

If this is the family dynamic, I feel sorry for the groom.

[@lizs7012]

I went shopping for my wedding dress by myself and had a wonderful stress-free time finding the perfect dress. And it only cost $300.

[@ali-jean]

me too!

[@jb6712]

Same.

[@dawnwheeler2649]

Me too on both counts!,

[@GoddesssAphrodite]

She focused on competing with her sister instead of enjoying the experience… that’s sad!

[@joanbroad3528]

I took a real dislike to this bride and I didn’t think much of her family either!

[@cathybaldry7822]

The sister was spot on with her choosing the dress for all the wrong reasons. She could see that the bride was trying to out do the younger sister. I'm glad she learned something and the dress she choose is hers and not about her sister.

[@sya286]

I feel bad for Linda. That attitude comes from feeling less-than, and the family kind of rolls their eyes at it. Happy she found a dress!

[@acustomer7216]

Mom needed a ziplock bag with half an onion in her purse to cut this nonsense short.

[@reberi]

When the family starts crying out of desperation XD

[@yerintaem]

It’s sad she feels a constant competition with her sisters. She consistently says “We have to go above her” or “We need to top that” or “I want that since it was a wow dress and everyone cried when she put it on”

[@VideoUser261]

Thanks for showing the beautiful dress she ended up with, and not cutting off the video when she gave up at the first appointment. I hate the videos where the bride leaves empty handed

[@shofisstar]

The thing is: I think what brings out the tears is watching the bride just glow with her dress like it isn’t the dress that causes the reaction is the bride and her reaction to the dress that brings that emotion to the moment

[@africanawang2674]

Kudos to the mum for crying successfully under pressure to. Its absurd. Love yourselves people.

[@thetaoofkim5185]

Brides seem to put so much pressure on themselves and their entourage to get the "right" reaction (tears)!

[@Tracymmo]

And that's just dress shopping. Imagine their expectations for the wedding day

[@theraweggfiles]

This bride needs to change the wedding date, find her self-esteem, and THEN come back when she is able to focus on herself and not on TOPPING anyone. She's too insecure to get married. She's gonna spend her life trying to outdo this or that person and she's gonna miss out on the moments that MAKE life worth living.

[@L.Spencer]

It seems her wedding went well, she wore the dress. They married in 2012.

[@itsallgood4093]

Wow that's a lot of advice from just seeing a video.

[@theraweggfiles]

@@itsallgood4093 It's solid advice.

[@KkKk-oy6rn]

Also hit the gym during that time. Helps with the confidence

[@PinkieJoJo]

@@KkKk-oy6rnRight. If you have such self confidence issues because of your size, change it. I know losing weight isn’t easy for some but seems so many just don’t take the effort to do so.

[@MBAinternetmktg]

Sad that she's so focused on gaining an advantage over her sister. The final dress was beautiful.

[@CherisseScott945886]

Mom... Staaahp saying it's because of her size. It's because she's needed your approval for her entire life and hasn't ever received it. "Her size gave her an extra dose of middle child syndrome." No. You did that. "She's had trouble finding the right dress because of her size." No, it's because you don't react to her. She doesn't need to beat her sister. She doesn't need a dress that's slimmer. She needs you. Your love and validation. For you to stop comparing your daughter to her older sister, for you to stop commenting about her size and start commenting about every positive trait you've ever noticed in her.

[@csandford6011]

It's a good thing she came back the second time because that dress was perfect and she didn't find it the first time. Her fiance will be happy LOL have a wonderful wedding day.

[@mistybollinger3312]

Well you must be seeing something I'm not! I thought it looked horrible!

[@maryinman12]

@@mistybollinger3312 I think that the dress's. material had print that reflected positively upon the bride.

[@brockreynolds870]

@@mistybollinger3312 I agree. They had NOTHING that looked good on her. Jo and Al would have fixed her up.

[@freyjairis103]

@ Misty Bollinger you’re just saying that because she is plus size right? Sorry not everyone is skinny Barbie Doll like you.

[@mistybollinger3312]

@@freyjairis103 keep talking g out your ass about shit you don't know! I'm far from being a skinny girl! I'm 5ft 9 and 200lbs so let's see what else you dont know!! But thank you anyway!

[@Leafygreen123]

The dress she ended up buying was lovely!

[@dietotaku]

would've been a lot lovelier if it was an A-line or ballgown to actually suit her shape.

[@freyjairis103]

@ dietotaku well it’s not your wedding dress, Body shaming Barbie. Get over it!

[@Imissneo]

Absolutely agree with you Alison. UK.

[@jb6712]

The-DRESS-was,-yes.

[@saffronlealle464]

Linda is waaaay to competitive and has a terrible attitude. I hope she's gotten over the pettiness of wanting to outdo her sister and actually have a happy life.

[@Janae2000]

Well with sisters like that who needs enemies. Right off the bat insulting her like that ?? You know where she gets it from.

[@omikatiwari747]

I felt the same thing. Linda had her focus on everything else but, her own happiness and what makes her happy.

[@Tracymmo]

Time for therapy

[@Raevynwing]

If she didn't make it into a competition, she may have actually found her dream dress on her first visit. It's sad that she feels she needs to compete.

[@lunareclipse3242]

Honestly, I liked the very first dress she tried on. It was very flattering on her.

[@dorothytenute2710]

She seems a tad immature

[@tamarabloch7557]

Needy.

[@brandywineblogger1411]

Mentally immature.

[@Susweca5569]

If I were a bride shopping for a dress, NOBODY would go with me.

[@ktwashere5637]

my god this show is about human nature, not dresses

[@chryssesandchaos]

The first dress actually looked good on her, the one she chose is also gorgeous.

[@CAS120]

I’m crying from exhaustion. This chick is too much

[@jennydebakker2703]

Linda is just annoying. She’s jealous of her sister. Sad sad sad.

[@DK-nh4bc]

Happy that someone sees it like that. She is jealous, that is her problem. Not only goodlooking people can be mean.

[@naturalPaths]

Well, I’m glad if the bride is happy, and the dress was nice. Personally, I liked dress 3 the best And I liked it better than her sister’s dress (which I didn’t like all that much). I don’t think her family was all that helpful.

[@MLMLW]

I'm glad she was finally able to find a dress she felt beautiful wearing.

[@ladyjustice1474]

This bride needs Jo and Al. They would have done a much better job of it.

[@catladyfromky4142]

This Big Bliss season was the second year STTTD existed. Long before Jo and Al. Long before bridal designers thought about plus size brides. Now it is much different, as you see the shop at Curvy Brides Boutique is full of them. BTW, shops in the US have those very same dresses now. No one has to go overseas to get a dress.

[@jonessa802]

Nope they did good

[@girlfriday1608]

The last dress look beautiful on her. But the whole family needs to change the way they eat. And they would be a lot healthier

[@maggiev77]

I am the middle child of three sisters. Each of us had our own unique style and didn't compete. It's unfortunate that Linda has insecurity issues and felt that her dress had to top the one her sister wore to her wedding. She was missing the point. It was HER wedding, one that was her chance to shine and make it her own. I loved the dress she finally chose and that she learned a lesson. Hopeful that she had a great wedding day and left her competitive insecurities behind.

[@helsnheidi]

The mum was just crying with exhaustion at the end 😂

[@RevLeigh55]

If the bride says she likes it, for the love of God, try to be supportive.

[@uptownqt]

I'm going to say it.... I noticed that the bridal consultants at Kleinfelds very rarely find gowns that flatter and NOT accentuate a plus-size figure. Now, Al & Jo....they nail it EVERY time! Bride, Linda most definitely needs Al & Jo!!

[@jb6712]

Yep,-just-spend-$3,000-to-get-to-England-for-an-expensve-white-rag-that'll-be-worn-for-a-few-hours-then-shoved-into-a-closet,-never-to-be-seen-again. Every-hefty-woman-can-afford-that,-yup...🙄.

[@debbiebaker6692]

As a large woman myself, the dress she picked looked lovely on her. I hope her marriage is a wonderful time in her life. God bless

[@gihanrashad3270]

The first dress she tried on was the best one.

[@Wanderlust4Life247]

Okay, but her sister’s dress wasn’t even that great. Also, her mindset going into this appointment was super unhealthy. It’s not only going to make finding a dress much harder than if you just went in with a clear mind, but it’s also destructive mentally and emotionally.

[@Jroychow]

I know it was a struggle, but I'm so glad she waited for the right dress. It looked gorgeous on her!

[@make-lyalove6516]

I used to be a bridal stylist and I would’ve put her in an A-Line gown to show off her figure but she also needs to remember she needs to find a dress for her not her family

[@mrtoadslove]

I thought the most flattering dress she put on was the first one.

[@sesskag17]

I understand fully the middle child syndrome. For my wedding, my mom and sisters didn't seem to give a damn about what I wanted. Me and my husband went to the courthouse because I couldn't stand it anymore and they were ruining everything. But my mom just loved shopping for my baby sisters dress! Had a grand ole time, "It's her day." Even had two fucking ceremonies for her. I could go on and on.. it's a shame.

[@electraking8856]

I’m so sorry… It makes me angry that you’re so angry 😡 My sister in law is the middle child, and in HER case, from what I have always observed, she’s emphasizing the fact that she is the middle child, and seems to always act like she wants and needs the attention…. She is truly a wonderful person, and I love her so much❤❤ I feel badly, because my husband is the platinum child, my other sister in law is the golden child, and she sees herself as the black sheep of the family… she is sometimes left out of things , not in a vicious way at all, but it is sometimes hard for my in-laws to deal with drama … There is no fighting or harsh things said to her… she is no doubt loved, but she definitely has obvious insecurities, and this reflects in everything that she does. I hope that things will get better for you… I hope that your family will see that it hurts you, and that they should try to pay more attention to that❤❤

[@eileenmcdonald1599]

You ruined it yourself. Q with your own insecurities

[@Auburritos]

Good lord two ceremonies for what? For what???

[@evangelineiadonisi3210]

​@@eileenmcdonald1599 bitch huh?!!? No she didnt??? Lmfao

[@zarieeeeeeeeeeee]

​@@eileenmcdonald1599How?

[@debimenditta9214]

Dear god she looked awful poor girl

[@Lilliebug01]

Please people have a wedding for yourself and your mate enjoy your day

[@JennyMack]

that first dress was exactly what she said she wanted and it was pretty

[@ThisIsJ.Nicole]

She's going into this with the wrong mindset. She wanted her mother to cry and out do her sister and that's just unhealthy. There's definitely some insecurity there. Its not what the wedding is about. You marrying someone ho loves you, that should matter more.

[@dorrainecrump3396]

So happy for that bride. Every bride deserves to feel special and beautiful.

[@AleisterCrowleyMagus]

That first dress is gorgeous. And FO to that sister. What a horrible human being. And mom grow up and act like a mother.

[@bhagya1985]

"It's about 500 people..." and the stylist was shocked lol.. My Indian ass laughing in the corner with almost 10 thousand guests at my reception alone hehehe

[@rmdebora]

How do you know that many people?😅

[@BlondeSparkles]

How???? Omg!

[@denisehall4818]

Did you go to Nazreena for your outfits???

[@monal3544]

I don't even know that many people lol

[@bhagya1985]

@@denisehall4818 My wedding happened in 2010, so Nazrana does not even exist then hahaha

[@marygreen3529]

I kinda think Linda needs some therapy. She needs to love herself as who she is.

[@danielledyksterhouse983]

I completely understand her point of view. Yes, she was too competitive, but even on a day that is all about you, you feel used to comparing yourself to your siblings. She probably grew up seeing those 'hallmark moments' her mom gave to another sibling, and she just desperately wanted that for herself. Should she pursue her own happiness? Yes. But did she, regardless of her age, need that approval from her mom? Yeah, that feeling doesn't go away. Proud of her that she got the attention and love she wanted

[@aileenmccarthy8660]

Linda’s dress she chose was absolutely STUNNING, I’m glad she waited!!!! Does anyone know who the designer is and what the name of the dress is? I might want to research it.

[@poponachtschnecke]

I tried to find something on it just for funsies, but was unsuccessful. It's more difficult since this is roughly 10 years old. Your best bet might be checking the stillwhite or preownedweddingdresses websites

[@gaycale5563]

She looks stunning in that dress! What a beautiful bride she will be.

[@theraweggfiles]

I feel bad for this bride because she's missing out on a special moment by focusing on the wrong thing.

[@michelepatsos6654]

What is GOING ON in Columbus Ohio?? I haven't seen a collection of the WORST haircuts, highlights, dye jobs & busted outfits in a long time. I can't believe that someone with that haircut had to leave Ohio to find a freaking wedding dress.

[@poponachtschnecke]

This is a really old episode

[@miranda13c]

This is sad and so unhealthy to have that rivalry, especially as adults! Good grief.

[@ndisfoshiz]

I related to this girl when it came to being the middle child. It does kinda suck and with her making this a competition I was honestly worried for her.

[@rileyhoffman6629]

Christiane has so much class. Thank you for your sensitive civility.

[@ehla0144]

As a former bridal consultant, I'd had suggested an A line or a ball gown for her.

[@c2_5lee29]

Linda WANTS the tears instead of dress...!🤨🤨

[@ThatGothicArtist]

The fit and flair was honestly gorgeous. It flatters her completely.

[@user-yj7zu8gj1p]

The “tears” thing floors me.

[@AniWatX]

She picked the right dress in the end. It looked beautiful on her whether her mother cried or not. I hope her husband absolutely loved it. X

[@ashiareid9195]

I'm happy Linda found her dress but she needs to work on her insecurities and stop trying to compete with her sister...my goodness it's your wedding day, get a dress u love regardless of what others think. I hope she doesn't try to 'up' her sister when she tries to do other things.

[@Niulkao]

It might be my favorite episode, I love that she tried on so many different dresses, we usually only see 3 dresses and I always feel like it's not enough to make a decision. She looked stunning in most of them

[@martinitime3537]

Mom finally acted like crying out of desperation 😂😭😂

[@patriciaparkin4645]

Wow!! Her sisters are something else!! I wouldn't have brought them with.

[@hannahkirchner3661]

It literally has nothing to do with trying to outdo your sister. I have two older sisters that got married before me and if you asked all of us who's wedding dress was the best we would all say our own dress

[@lauraaustin1998]

Such beautiful hair!!! Linda looked wonderful in the dress she selected.

[@candygambrell3941]

Mom cried because she was utterly exhausted.

[@cyflym11]

I think the first dress was way more flattering than any of the sausage skin dresses she came out in afterwards.

[@pink-uv3th]

I'm so glad my sister is nothing like me so we never get compared 😂

[@Sweet_Southern_Pecan]

This segment actually made me sad. However, I hope the wedding was a lovely event.

[@sandymuddy5766]

This girl is huge! She's not going to compare to her sister even tho she wasn't small either‼️

[@Ava_Orchid]

My personal hell on Earth would be playing a board game with these people. Mom over there investing in acting classes so she can cry on cue around the 3rd try on.

[@lizw.4901]

Linda looks great in her dress - it is perfect for her! Congrats!

[@cherylb_88]

Fit and flare is not flattering on her body type. Idk why the stylist would ever put her in that type of dress

[@dandare2586]

Absolutely. It doesn't work for her body shape.

[@catezaida8081]

I totally understand, being a middle child myself, but glad she finally found out the secret of BEING a middle child. You don't have to compete when you are comfortable in your own person.

[@TG-fq6vy]

That dress looked amazing on her. Truly a beautiful dress.😊

[@r.d.8172]

Man I'm so grateful for my family!! And also for MYSELF. I'd love my fam to be onboard with my dress, but ultimately I know I want to pick something that I myself feel amazing in. It's hard work to understand how people pleasing works in our own minds, it's different for everybody, but it's worth it to work on it and feel confident that you know better than anybody else and that your decisions should't be based in other people's reactions to them.

[@shannondavidson1886]

Linda's husband is going to have a lot of headaches over the years. Linda has paralyzing insecurities.