Something Borrowed, Something New

Dad wants the bride to wear Mom's dress, but Mom supports something new.

A bride struggles to set aside strong opinions from her mom and entourage.

A bride's 100-year-old family heirloom gown is literally falling apart.

A bridal blogger's gown must impress family, friends and her many readers.

A med student bride weighs a modest heirloom gown against something modern.

A bride's devout Muslim mom has her own ideas about the perfect gown.

A bride feels pressure to wear a 70-year-old dress for her NYC wedding.

A bride insists on a vivid red gown to match her burlesque wedding theme.

A finicky bride struggles to find a wedding dress that wins her over.

A conservative bride wants a modest gown, but family and friends disagree.

A bride who lost over 100 pounds risks disappointing her mom.

A bride intent on long sleeves considers her future mother-in-law's gown.

A bride who's close to her mom isn't sold on wearing her '80s gown.