When a bride's taste clashes with her Grandmother's, something has to give, especially when they hold the purse strings. Haley's grandma thinks a virgin bride should wear sleeves.
Some brides bring more to their appointments then budgets and family members. Superstitions are real in the south and Lori wonders if she needs to break out her sage when the bridal floor fills with brides who believe they're cursed.
Kari wants a dress that is simple and conservative, but her mom is looking for something sexy and revealing. Nita is a bride whose couture tastes don't mesh with her mom's off-the-rack budget.
It's Fashion Director Monte to the rescue when a bride's desire to flaunt her backside lands her in hot water. Erin's mom reminds her that, at 35, she's not a young bride.
Elizabeth is a country girl who is more comfortable hunting than dress shopping. Christina's dad gives a less than excited response to a photo of his daughter in her dream dress.
Marie just wants to please her mother and brother, but her indecision mixed with their brutal opinions are like pouring gasoline on a haystack. Jamie leaves her dress decision to a coin flip.
When cancer survivor Joya's dream dress is over her budget, her friends offer support. Ria knows exactly which dress she wants, but her picky friends won't give her the support she's looking for.
Katie, who is self-conscious about her figure and whether her dream dress will fit, also has a picky fiancé. Ivy's fiancé insists that Ivy tries on a dress that is four times her budget.
When picky bride Rene brings her even pickier mom, finding the right dress becomes almost impossible. Nnenna's mother is fed up with her daughter's indecision and takes matters into her own hands.
Lavina has walked down the aisle as a bridesmaid fifteen times. Jennifer, who works at Bridal's by Lori, quickly makes all the rookie mistakes trying on dresses. Latrina is worried her plus sized figure will keep her out of the dress of her dreams.
Margaret tragically lost her mother a few years ago and shopping for a wedding dress without her has been difficult. Jill brings her mother-in-law. Emily feels lucky to have her mother's support after her last dress fitting went horribly wrong.
Caitlyn isn't interested in sharing the spotlight while shopping for a dress. Mojdeh is convinced that her consultant won't be able to help her find a gown to make her feel like a princess. Katie returns after her first dress fitting was a disaster.
Holly wants to look like a princess but her mom and Grandma Ninny have another vision. Roni's mom says she's brought her boxing gloves because she's ready to fight it out. Lauren has yet to try on or even lay eyes on her custom made ball gown.
When mama's budget is challenged, a bride's dream dress is on the line. The groom's sisters completely disregard bride Brooke's budget and push her mom over the edge. Bride Kristie is an only child and used to getting what she wants.
When self-secure bride E'terica's fiancé questions her taste in wedding gowns, he also tests her confidence. After a major weight loss, bride Courtney doesn't see the slimmer version of herself in the mirror. Katy's mom isn't ready let go of her daughter.
Lori reaches her limit with the most disrespectful bridesmaids she has ever met. One group tries to push a bride out of the dress of her dreams while another tries to push her into one she can't afford.
Lori and her team encounter some of their biggest conflicts yet. A mom in a dress, a NASCAR bride in distress, and a generational smack down has the bridal salon on high alert as bride's appointments are hijacked by their nearest and dearest.
Bridal dreams are tested and trouble abounds when one bride invites her fiance's ex-girlfriend to the salon. Lindsay has been carrying around a photo of her dream dress for over 6 months. Tracy wants a short dress, her fiance wants a long one.
A bride who has tried on over 150 dresses, one who has already bought two wedding gowns and a first timer prove to be some of the pickiest brides the salon has ever seen and one sets a new record for longest appointment ever.
Lacey is looking to show off her very large back tattoo and her mother wants it fully covered. Amanda wants an unlimited budget to shop for her wedding dress and her mom only wants to spend $4000. Sasha honors her mother with a pink bridal gown.
When Hannah brings both her mom and stepmom to help her choose a dress, the competition gets fierce. Bride Kourtney suffers from her mom's absence. Bride Lauren was so determined to lose weight, that she ordered her dress a size smaller than recommended.
Courtney comes from a cattle ranching family. JoLee's mother would be happy to see her daughter walk down the aisle in any white piece of clothing as long as it hides her figure. Marie-Ann's mom sadly won't be there for her daughter's big day.
Tinnell had already found her dream dress, but didn't buy it because she was determined to stay within her budget. Amanda and her family head over to BBL for a wedding dress do-over. Tykesha's outspoken daughter is one tough customer.
Julie is missing her mom but staying positive that she'll find the perfect dress. Emily had tried on 20 dresses before her search leads her to BBL. A mix up on Madeleine's dress order had her mom convinced it might be a sign to call off her wedding.
Consultant Brooke has her hands full with two brides, one who can't wait to find her dream dress. Bride Lindsay has conquered a weight problem and an eating disorder and is to show off her hard work. Bride Savannah is the picture of Southern tradition.
Bride Jennifer has her budget-conscious dad in a cold sweat. Bride Manette is convinced a poofy gown she already put a deposit on is the one for her. Trouble is, her check-writing mother disagrees. Asha hasn't seen her wedding dress since she ordered it.
Judea has brought her divorced parents who have not seen each other in three years to her appointment. As they disagree on everything, Judea struggles to keep the drama at bay. Jane has tried on more than 100 wedding gowns and has yet to find "the one".
Breast cancer survivor Sonja feels her fiancé has already stuck with her for better or worse and should certainly be a part of picking out her wedding dress. Chirstine tries to impress her fiancé. Can the BBL team handle two foxes in a henhouse?
Mama Drama comes to a full boil when one bride's estranged mother lays a crippling guilt trip and another refuses to relent on her love of the ball gown.
One bride, a Southern belle, has to battle her opinionated grandma to find her dream dress, while another bride is forced to move her wedding date up when her fiancé gets a heartbreaking diagnosis.
Two brides face intense anxiety as they struggle to find their perfect gown. One, who's had actual panic attacks can't find that elusive “magic feeling” while another is 120 dresses into her bridal odyssey.
Two brides are forced to reevaluate what they think a bride should look like on her wedding day. One needs to find a dress that fits into an unexpected future. And the other is forced to find a style that suits her personality and her figure.
A surprise proposal really doesn't help focus one of the fussiest ladies to ever cross the salon threshold. Meanwhile, a bubbly bride is shot down by her persnickety posse. And a bride's first fitting is bittersweet as she feels her late mother's absence.
One bride is searching for anything but a pageant gown. Unfortunately, each dress is being judged by her opinionated pageant Mom. Meanwhile, another bride has tried on 100 mermaid gowns in the search for her dream dress.
One bride is torn between her own dress vision and that of her family, while another bride shares her bittersweet appointment with her terminally ill father.
Two brides must overcome obstacles in order to find their dream dresses. One bride's mother tries to share the runway with her while a "faux Southern" bride's search for the perfect down-home gown leaves everybody baffled... including her.
One untraditional bride is looking for the perfect “out-of-the-box” dress for when she meets her husband for the first time... AT THE WEDDING. Meanwhile, a former pageant queen is 70 dresses into the search for her dream dress.
Whether they’re judgmental, tight or stealing the spotlight, Southern mums are hard! Lori and Monte look at the shows’ ten biggest Mama Dramas.
Lori and Monte count down their greatest saves of the show. From busted budgets to evil entourages, Lori and Monte have the skills to save almost any bride from a wedding disaster.
A woman wants a sexy dress for her vow-renewal ceremony, but her son would rather not see it. A bride's mother doesn't approve of a lace-backed gown.
A traditional Southern family dislikes a bride's dream of a modern gown. A bride-to-be gets constant reminders from her married older sister about her own wedding.
Two brides want to show off their figures, though one woman's preacher father doesn't approve.
A bride clashes with her mother over her dress choice.
A bride's fiancé believes he should pick her dress as he's paying for it. A woman who has visited more than 20 salons in three states over four months still doesn't know what she wants.
Bride Cynthia's 8-year-old bridesmaid wants the bride to wear a dress with lots of “blings”. Bride Kayla and her mama bear of a mother clash over her gown.
Lori Allen-owner of Bridals by Lori-receives news that changes her life forever, her doctor tells her she has breast cancer. This is a deeply personal chronicle of her battle.
Miss America 2010 Caressa Cameron is accompanied by her aunts at her fitting. A bride wants a dress to match her cowgirl boots. A bride's mother has the final say on her dress as she's paying for it.
A roller-derby bride trades her shorts for an elegant wedding gown; a Southern belle battles her mom over the appropriate dress for the occasion.
A woman brings her mother's vintage dress to the salon. A bride wants a dress her grandmother would like. A woman returns for her fitting, but is uncertain about her choice.
A bride's custom-made dress is ready for her fitting. A bride battles her bridesmaid over whether or not to wear lace. A bride's former pageant coach helps her find a dress no one will forget.
A bride who loves camouflage hopes to find a way to wear it on her wedding day. A bride's hatred of shopping makes finding a dress difficult.
A bride wants a mermaid dress to accentuate her figure. A bride is very specific about what kind of sexy dress she's looking for. A woman has second thoughts about her dress when she returns for her fitting.
A bride who loves peacocks wants her accessories to match her gown. A bride clashes with her grandmother over spending. A bride hopes her sister will approve of her dress at her final fitting.
A bride's love of "Star Wars" has her mind set on a Princess Leia look. A Southern belle wants a groovy dress for her hippie-theme wedding. A bride's diminutive size makes finding a dress difficult.
A woman getting married again chooses a dress without her daughters' approval. A woman seeks a gown for her Las Vegas wedding. A woman wants a gown to amaze her fiancé but one that's not too sexy for her conservative mother.
A bride's small weight gain has her worried about fitting into her dress. A woman from a small town has big dreams of a princess wedding. A bride with simple tastes clashes with her over-the-top mother.
A North vs. South battle erupts when a bride's New York mom clashes with her Southern mother-in-law. A bride is anxious about upcoming cancer treatments, but hopes to find strength in her dream dress.
A bride seeks a lace gown, but her father doesn't approve of the idea. A mother asserts her will on her daughter's shopping trip. A woman hopes her dress will please her mom.
An NFL cheerleader clashes with her mother over how much skin she'll bare. A bride falls for a dress that's more than she can afford. A woman searches for shoes that will be comfortable following back surgery.
A bride who lost 100 pounds tries to adjust to her new appearance. A bride is concerned about the shade of her wedding dress. A bride can't decide between a current trend and a conservative style.
A woman's fourth engagement foreshadows difficulty in committing to a gown. A woman wants to make a statement with a vow-renewal dress that will top the one in which she was married.
\Lori is not happy when a bride brings her fiancé and their four kids to her appointment. A bride's biker father steers her toward a devilish dress.
In the Season 6 premiere, TV personality Adrianna Costa looks for a second dress to wear to her reception, but her mother hopes she'll opt for something conservative. Also: A mother hopes to please her daughters with her selection.
A youth minister wants a simple dress, but her family wish she would try something more daring; a bride shelves her vision for a sexy dress to please her future mother-in-law; a traditional bride mulls an unexpected alteration.
A bride wants a sexy dress to impress her fiancé, but her traditional mother has other ideas; a bride's appointment is undone by her mother's disturbing behavior; a bride hopes to repair her relationship with her mother while dress shopping.
A bride with tattoos wants to show them off, but her mother would prefer that she cover them up; a bride needs a dress to match an heirloom veil from her fiancé's family; a bride is still indecisive at her final fitting.
A bride's conservative fiancé may not agree with her family on her dress choice; a thrifty bride is looking for a bargain, but her friend is unimpressed with the sale rack; a bride hopes a one-of-a-kind alteration will honor her mother-in-law.
A bride wants to stand out in a nontraditional, high-neck dress; engaged partners don't have the same style, so Lori and her team try to blend their visions.
A pastor wants to look sexy on her big day in the wake of two broken engagements, but her conservative friend doesn't approve. Meanwhile, a bride's grandmother doesn't like her glamorous dress; and a bride makes an unexpected choice.
A bride brings her fiancé on her dress-shopping trip against her mother's wishes; a bride asks for her friend's help but doesn't agree with her ideas; a bride has her final fitting after losing weight.
A bride's entourage fails to consider her vision; a bride tries on more than 75 dresses; a princess-obsessed bride surprises everyone at her dress fitting.
A bride has no style in mind and is unsure of her wedding details; a bride hopes her dress will finally fit at her last appointment; a bride and her sister have difficulty agreeing on a dress.
A bride wants a modern gown with pockets, but her Southern grandmother has other ideas; a bride's relationship with her father is strained when she buys a gown without his approval.
A brides wants a simple dress for her laid-back wedding; a bride worries that her dress won't fit her slimmer figure; a bride argues with a friend over their bridal visions.
A bride wants to stand out in a colorful dress, but her daughter and niece prefer a more classic look; a bride and her fiancé can't agree on a gown for their destination wedding aboard a sailboat.
A country girl has a vision for her gown, but it doesn't match her sister-in-law's citified tastes; a bride has everything ready for her wedding except her dress; a bride is still seeking her mom's approval at her fitting.
A bride wants to go strapless, but her mother has other ideas; a bride is still looking for her mother's approval at her fitting; a bride hopes to find a traditional gown after spending most of her life in flashy outfits.
A bride brings 12 friends to the salon to help her find a dress; a bride wants a gown that shows off her curves; a bride hopes her sister will approve of her shoe choice.
A former beauty queen wants a dress that doesn't look anything like her pageant gowns, but her aunt is determined to have the last word; a bride and her aunt don't see eye to eye on her top choice; a bride hopes her mom will approve of her dress.
A romance novelist looks to her characters for gown inspiration; a bride wants to look like her favorite childhood doll; a bride rethinks her dress selection at her fitting.
In the Season 7 premiere, a bride arrives on her wedding day needing a dress for her courthouse ceremony before her fiancé's deployment to Afghanistan, but clashes with her mother over the style. Meanwhile, a former beauty queen wants to leave her pageant past behind now that she's in the Army, though differing opinions from her entourage don't make her choice any easier.
A bodybuilder wants a gown that shows off her muscular physique; a coach's entourage urge her to go for something glamorous; a bride hopes the dress she's already bought still fits.
A bride's big gown may come with even bigger problems; a bride won't let her budget get in the way of her dream dress; a bride from a humble background who grew up sharing clothes shops for her first formal dress.
A bride who wants to dance searches for a dress that will let her move; a bride who battled cancer is ready to plan her wedding, but her mother-in-law wants to have her say too; a bride hopes her gown will amaze her fiancé.
A bride clashes with her dad over how much skin her dress should show; a bride wants to show off her curves, but her conservative mother disagrees; a bride faces a special challenge at her fitting.
A bride wants a princess gown, but her aunt prefers a more grown-up look; a woman searches for a dress for her vow-renewal ceremony; a bride seeks her aunt's approval at her fitting.
A bride buys two dresses to satisfy her fiancé's wishes, but she isn't happy with either of them, so she keeps looking for one that will match her vision. Meanwhile, a bride's pushy mom could ruin her quest for her dream dress.
A bride wants a colored gown, but her family won't hear of it; a bride looks for a princess dress to honor her late mother's wishes; a bride makes a special request at her fitting that comes from the heart.
A bride who lost weight has a hard time fitting into her gown; a bride wants a fitted black dress, but her mother would prefer a traditional white gown; a new mom lowers her expectations when she can't find the trendy dress of her dreams.
A second-time bride hopes she can make a last-minute alteration to her gown; a bride clashes with her opinionated sister-in-law; a widow is overcome with emotion while she's trying on dresses.
A bride who is legally blind clashes with her mother over a dress's appropriateness for her age; a bride is overshadowed by her pro-wrestler fiancé; a bride is worn out after shopping with her 13 bridesmaids.
Olympic bobsledder Elana Meyers argues with her mother over the length of her reception dress; a bride worries what her grandmother will think of her dress; a bride has second thoughts about her ball gown.
A bride in the military doesn't share the opinions of her mother or her friends; sorority sisters and siblings clash over a bride's choice of a princess gown; a bride wants to honor her godfather at her wedding.
A bride vows to lose weight so she can fit into the dress of her dreams; a bride falls in love with a gown that she definitely can't afford, but pleads with Lori to try it on anyway.
A bride has second thoughts about her gown at her fitting; a bride has a low budget that could ruin her vision; a bride getting married for the second time shops with her mother in hopes of convincing her to come to the wedding.
A bride who's been indecisive is under pressure to find a dress immediately; a selfless bride is eager for her moment in the spotlight; a bride seeks her dad's approval at her fitting.
A bride who lost 50 pounds wonders if she can shed more weight and buy an even smaller gown; a bride tells her family she got engaged over the phone and hasn't seen her fiancé in 12 years.
A former pageant queen hopes to leave her extravagant looks in the past; a bride leans on her entourage for emotional support; a bride getting married for the second time wants to be the center of attention.
A bride who was told she'd never walk again after a horrible accident. A bride's selection shocks her entourage.
A bride wants to look like Beyonce, but her family think it's a mistake. a bride's opinionated entourage threatens her vision, a bride hopes her fitting is a memorable occasion for her mother, who won't be able to attend the wedding.
A woman marrying country singer Jerrod Niemann struggles with her vision. A bride's mother is adamant that her daughter wear only white.
A bride taller than 6 feet faces numerous obstacles finding a dress, but the biggest one may be her opinionated mother. A bride who has tried on more than 80 gowns is on a quest to find the perfect one.
The NFL's Maurice Jones-Drew is in charge of the budget for his sister's dress, much to her chagrin. A bride's designer friend pushes his own vision for her dress.
A bride wants a simple gown, but her father wants her to go for something more flashy. A bride is torn between pleasing her dad and her fiancé, Internet sensation Phil DeFranco. A bride seeks her mother's approval at her fitting.
A bride wants to elope even though her family doesn't approve; a bride wants a gown fit for royalty, but her mom's budget may not allow it.
A friendship is tested when two brides fall in love with the same dress; a pair of brides come in for their fittings, but vow not to reveal their gowns to each other until their weddings.
A bride's Vegas-theme affair finds her wanting something fabulous, but her fashionista brother has his own vision. A bride's mother thinks her choice is too fancy for her barn wedding. A bride hopes her diet won't affect her final fitting.
The WNBA's Glory Johnson and Brittney Griner look for the former's gown for their wedding. A bride's worst fears are realized at her fitting.
A bride's opinionated fiancé comes to the salon to offer his two cents just a few weeks before their wedding. A bride's long-distance engagement is taking a toll on her family and friends.
After surviving a car crash, Brandi turned to singer Jessie James Decker's song lyrics to help her move forward. Bride Liz struggles to embrace her new body in any dress.
To bride Kiara, the only opinion that matters is her grandfather's.Strength competitor Talia struggles to find a dress that pleases both her vision and her fiancés.
Bride Michelle has focused on helping her fiance recover from an accident and spent no time on her wedding. Bride Ronesha thinks she has a very clear vision of her wedding dress.
Bride Tareka wants to trade her city chic style for a country gown, but her entourage disagrees. A bride searches for a modest dress to match her casual style.
Bride Jibrell has an unfiltered mother. Bride Kassie shops with her late mother in her heart.
A bride's country superstar boss and a runaway bride's short gown.
A superfan and bride-to-be is surprised with a special shopping experience at the salon.
Bride Katherine wants a vintage dress she can wear with cowboy boots, but her friend is pushing for something else; bride Dawn’s son gives Monte a run for his money as he seeks out the perfect dress for his mom.
Bride Jaye is eager to try on gowns, but is shocked to find her sister has taken her place on the runway; bride Allysa searches for a unique dress to compliment a medieval themed wedding.
A bride's celebrity idol shows up to help her choose her wedding gown; a bride has settled on a black gown, but isn't sure if her mom will approve.
YouTube Sensation and bride, BFF Taylor won’t feel satisfied with her dress until her mom cries; Olympian bride Kellie Wells comes in tow with Team Conservative and Team Sexy.
Precious falls in love with a grand ballgown, but her men of honor think it's a royal mistake; Emily said yes to her fiancé after 6 weeks of dating, but finding the perfect dress in time for her upcoming wedding takes longer than expected.
Bride Saba needs a dress that fits her conservative Ethiopian culture, but can still be fun and sexy for the reception; Tiffany gets Lori and Monte to stand in for her mom and dad, who live too far away to help.
Lori and Monte hit the road to surprise a very special bride getting married in 2 days; due to a recent tragedy, bride Anna has not taken the time to find a dress, but the team is certain they can save the day.
Bride Katy brings along her stylish aunt, but has a tough time keeping Katy's vision in mind; bride Genine falls in love with a dress but her psychic friend isn't sure; Monte helps bride Gretchen tailor her dress to perfection.
WNBA star and Bride Angel has a game plan to say yes to a pantsuit but her friend thinks she should sport a dress; Angel's fiancée, Brande, isn't sure about the kind of dress she wants; Bride Cassie is on the hunt for the perfect veil.
According to Sarah's mom they already found the perfect dress but Sarah isn't convinced; Comfort loves bling but her mom doesn't.
Jennifer is a breast cancer survivor who wants to show off her curves, but Mom prefers her mounds to be covered; Jasmine's mom has always questioned her style, but Lori suspects that's not the only reason she's doubting this bride's vision.
Raucous returning bride Stacy is back to find another dress to reflect her motorcycle-chic style; Jessica wants a modern dress for her beach wedding but her mother-in-law is set on tradition.
Lori and Monte head to Nashville to help country artist Jimmy Stanley with a surprise proposal to fellow singer Kristin Kelley.
A bride wants a black dress, but her parents think her choice is too depressing. Meanwhile, a bride's wedding is two weeks away and she needs a new dress when she gives up on her original idea of wearing a custom 100-year-old dress.
A bride's outspoken mother goes out of her way to make her appointment a difficult one; a bride disagrees with her wedding planner, who happens to be her teen daughter.
In the Season 9 finale, Lori's son is getting married, but she has a hard time keeping her opinions to herself, so she asks Monte to help plan the perfect wedding.
Consultant Becca helps Lindsey find a dress despite a ticking clock and an opinionated entourage; Kisha's path to the altar has been full of drama and she hopes her happy ending is within reach, but a surprise may postpone her walk down the aisle.
Monte's BFF is shopping for her wedding dress, but he's not the only man who thinks he knows what's best for the bride; Marcia's uncles are strictly Team Sparkle, but Mom's preference for simple might be an obstacle.
Bride Alyssa's future is bright following her life-threatening battle with kidney disease, and a day of surprises is just the start of her brand new journey; bride Shornell's last-minute dress dilemma has the consultants scrambling for a solution.
Bride Sherien becomes elated when she finally gets to go wedding dress shopping; her fiancé is in federal prison for a few more years; Bride Carla elopes in Santorini, Greece, and needs a gown for her intimate, magical day.
Former Bachelorette Britt finally found love and needs a dress fast, and designer Matthew Christopher is there to help; Six-foot-two bride Shelby never had a dress she liked, so the team sets out to prove that bliss comes in all shapes and sizes.
The BBL staff has seen it all, but even they're caught off guard by bride Kandace's complicated family dynamics; bride Kelly's pageant coach is ruffling everyone's feathers, and if he doesn't shut up he might get shut out of this very special day.
A little family rivalry could turn Emiliegh's bridal appointment upside down; Holly can't decide on anything, not even a wedding dress, and her big sister and little daughter have their own ideas.
Bride Erin is looking for a sexy vixen reception dress; bride Sami and Mom are best friends and psychics, but it's up to Robin to read their minds to find the dress to satisfy their very different tastes.
When consultant Melissa fills in for no-show Mollie at the last minute, she's thrilled to find out her bride is Miss America; bride Joan, a wounded warrior, slips into a form-fitting dress, which may be a bigger risk than she is willing to take.
Hillary Scott of Lady Antebellum helps Dani, a leukemia survivor, pick the perfect dress; as a little person, Arica has spent her life being disappointed in clothes, but Flo is determined to guide her to a wedding gown that fits and flatters.
Join deserving NYC students who've won a nationwide contest to have the prom of their dreams! After Monte Durham & Seventeen Magazine's Tiffany Reid help them choose dresses & tuxes, they get to dance the night away at the prom of a lifetime!
