Urshel knows what a wedding dress should be even though she never wore one. That primary focus on the woman who is going to experience one of the most important days of her life comes across in the TV show. The series draws you in as you see the bride, her friends, and family all wrangling this most important decision.
I have seen dozens of episodes of Say Yes To The Dress with my daughter, Masha, and like the father I met who came from Ghana to be with his daughter at Kleinfeld, I was there to be present when the big decision was made. I marveled at the layers of sparkle and shine, gathered under the guidance of Urshel, who has the gift of knowing what a wedding dress should be even though she never wore one herself.
As I watched my husband walk Masha down the aisle on her wedding day, I looked at the sleek, silky V-plunge dress she had chosen. I knew I would carry with me forever the memory of the first time she tried that dress on in Kleinfeld.
Such a mix of emotions. She looked so grown-up and glorious, and now Masha was making her own history in a wedding dress that bore her signature nod to the past and elegant embrace of a future. A Big Yes, because Yes, a wedding dress is able to do all that! It becomes you—and you become it. She is also the author of Running on Two Different Tracks , an ebook memoir. Every day she continues to delve into quality of life issues as a writer and reporter.
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Everything appears to be endlessly shimmering, thanks to the sheen emanating from the elaborate bridal jewelry displays and embroidered specialty dresses. My "Say Yes to the Dress" ignorance aside, Kleinfeld has had enduring appeal in an uncertain bridal market. While TLC has certainly played a role in Kleinfeld's success, so too has the store's commitment to customer service and willingness to adapt to a modern era. In recent years, Kleinfeld has debuted private labels with buzzy designers like Christian Siriano and partnerships with e-commerce companies like Zola.
Here's an inside look at what it's like to shop at one of the most celebrated bridal stores in the US:. The staff, which includes the seasoned styling consultants depicted on TLC's "Say Yes to the Dress," is people strong and services 17, brides annually. Source: Kleinfeld. TLC does most of its filming during quieter weekday hours, so unfortunately I will not be in the background of an upcoming episode.
In order to be featured on the show, you have to formally apply on the Kleinfeld website and prepare for at least five hours of filming.
Source: Insider. Kleinfeld starts taking appointments at a. According to Kleinfeld fashion director Terry Hall, who spoke with Fashionista, the average bride brings along two to four people.
Sources: NerdWallet, Fashionista. Pnina Tornai's dresses are among the most costly at the store, and her designs are exclusive to Kleinfeld. She began collaborating with Kleinfeld in , becoming one of several designers who have launched special collections with the store over the years.
Source: AM New York. I had to use some Instagram Story censoring magic in order to share the news to my social networks. From inside a drab, windowless room, an employee gave my cousin information on out-of-state shipping, alterations, and other important sales information.
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