 | ON: Content is age-appropriate for kids this age. |
 | PAUSE: Know your child; some content may not be right for some kids. |
 | OFF: Not age-appropriate for kids this age. |
 | NOT FOR KIDS: Not appropriate for kids any age. |
Say Yes to the Dress
- TLC
- Genre: Reality TV
Common Sense Media says
Content mostly OK, but best for brides to be.
Parents say
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Kids say
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What parents need to know
Parents need to know that the brides-to-be in this reality show sometimes come across as selfish, spoiled, and materialistic. They're often shopping on an unrestricted budget, so frugal viewers may be turned off by the brides' nonchalant attitude about hefty price tags. Staff members describe the sales process from their point of view, talking about their tactics for steering customers toward a particular dress or making a sale official. Brides-to-be may enjoy this series -- and might possibly spot their own dream gown onscreen -- but it's a sleeper for just about anyone else.
What's the story?
SAY YES TO THE DRESS chronicles the sometimes-intense, often-overwhelming, and always-emotional journey of finding the "perfect" wedding gown. Filmed at New York's famed Kleinfeld Bridal store, the reality series follows the entire dress selecting process. Cameras hover as consultants learn about the brides' preferences and budgets and help them model dresses for their entourage of friends and family. Everyone involved in the process gets individual camera time. From confused brides to domineering moms to overly opinionated bridesmaids, everyone airs their feelings about the pivotal dress quest. Kleinfeld staffers even discuss the process from their own perspective, describing how they tailor their care to the needs of each customer.
Is it any good?
Say Yes to the Dress may turn into must-see TV for brides-to-be in the midst of their own gown search, but it's not likely to entertain too many other people. And even matrimony-minded viewers may be turned off by the often materialistic, self-absorbed brides -- or the consultants' comments about how they secure sales. (And if you're planning a wedding on a budget, be prepared for sticker shock when you see the price tags on these designer gowns, some of which ring up at nearly five figures.)
True to reality TV form, Say Yes to the Dress also underscores emotional conflicts that arise between brides, their family members, and the consultants -- so if you do tune in with tweens, you may want to remind them that much of what they're seeing has been edited for effect.
What families can talk about
Families can talk about how we make decisions as consumers. How are our desires shaped by what society views as stylish? How are these opinions communicated to us? Why are brand names and designer labels so desirable? How do brand names affect price? What's the media's role in all of this?
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different in a good way
so i am fashion obsessed and this show is really appealing to me. nothing isnt kid appropriate. BUT if i could say something about this review...
whoever wrote this whole 'message' section of this must have been high. I just think that, uh, not everyone of these brides is self obsessed. I MEAN THEY'RE GETTING READY FOR THEIR OWN WEDDING FOR HEAVANS SAKE!!! R THEY SUPPOSED TO B ALL "I DONT CARE WHAT I LOOK LIKE FOR THE BIGGEST EVENT OF MY LIFE...I CAN LOOK LIKE AN UGLY SLOB THAT HAS NO SENSE OF FASHION EVEN THOUGH I AM GONNA HAVE MY PICTURE TAKEN BY TONS OF PPL THE DAY I WEAR THE DRESS..." seriously keep opinians like that to urself
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Sorry...I LOVE IT!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Ok.......I was sick! It was on...Ok, yeah, i LOVE IT! I recorded 7 of the shows...;)
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I laughed and learned
I was flipping through the channels and came across this show. I couldn't turn it off. Loved every moment of it. The idea of a bridal show that is not about the crazy brides like that show on WE is great. The fact that it focused on the dress first then showed us the brides and the women who work in the store was very watchable. I can't wait to see it next Friday.
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I love this show! It's really entertaining to watch the brides hunt down the perfect dress. However, many of the brides are self-centered and have no or a high budget.
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OBSESSIVE!!
hahaha ....yes it's true. there was a marathon on and i watched the whole thing. its a great show but be aware that it can be obsessive. plus there is really nothing bad about it.
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perfect for kids 9 and up
well there is mild swear words used .sometimes the brides are not good role models . ok for kids 9 and up but it is very boring so i do not think this would be a show that most kids will choose to watch.
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I was just so Happy when she got her dress that she wanted
I was happy when she got the dress she wanted because Im in her shoes right now and dont have the money for it
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Not THAT bad
This is a good show. It is true that some of the brides truly are selfish and spoiled. But the other ones that people call selfish and spoiled just wanna find the perfect wedding dress. Don't they deserve to look beautiful on there big day. Think about it.
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LOVE IT!!!
this is like one of my fav. shows! i have no idea why but its soooo addicting!
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| TV rating: | TV-G |
| Network: | TLC |
| Genre: | Reality TV |
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