
Chances are, you've watched at least one episode of Say Yes to the Dress. The TLC show became a sensation after debuting in 2007 and has helped hundreds of brides find their dream wedding dress — most of the time with a side of drama. But you might be surprised to find out brides on SYTTD have to follow a lot of rules. Find out what a future Mrs. has to agree to behind-the-scenes to land a spot on the coveted bridal show.
First, they have to apply online.
Brides who dream of appearing on the TLC show must submit an online application with personal questions about their wedding, dress style, and soon-to-be hubby. But process is incredibly selective, as the show gets over a thousand applications per season.
They have to be there for the right reasons.
The show is only interested in brides who truly intend to get married — they don't want people just seeking their 15 minutes of fame on a reality show. That's why producers heavily vet each potential applicant.
They must disclose if they've applied for any other reality shows.
At least, within the last 12 months. "We have to make sure this is really a bride who is really getting married with a real story and not just somebody who wants to be on TV," Randy Fenoli told Good Housekeeping.
All brides are welcome.
In 2017, Gabrielle Gibson became the first transgender bride to be featured on the original version of Say Yes to the Dress. Of the experience, she told People, "I just wanted to have an experience, and to show that we as trans people can love, and be loved, in a normal setting, and do things that are not out of the norm."
They have to shoot at Kleinfeld Bridal.
All brides who agree to be on the show have to travel to New York City to film in the famous Kleinfeld Bridal. Fine, twist our arms.
There are opportunities to be on the show in others states.
The original show is filmed in Manhattan, but TLC has launched a number of spin-offs, including Say Yes to the Dress Atlanta and Say Yes to the Dress America (which films across the country).
They have to film on a weekday.
Kleinfeld Bridal has a very busy reservation book. To accommodate the store, and allow more consultants to help the SYTTD bride, the show tapes during the week on Mondays, Tuesdays, Thursdays and Fridays.
They don't have to be unknown, everyday people.
From The Cheetah Girls' Sabrina Bryan to Broadway star Sutton Foster, the show has helped quite a few famous brides find their perfect dress.