Ep 2. Mommy-Daddy's Little Girl

In "Mommy-Daddy's Little Girl," the second episode of season 4 of Say Yes to the Dress: Atlanta, viewers are introduced to a bride-to-be named Maranda. Maranda is a self-proclaimed "daddy's girl" and has always dreamed of finding the perfect dress to wear on her wedding day. However, with her parents paying for the wedding, finding a dress that meets their expectations is proving to be a challenge.

Maranda arrives at bridal salon Bridals by Lori with her parents in tow. She is immediately drawn to a gown that features a fitted bodice and a full skirt. While Maranda is head over heels in love with the dress, her mother is less than impressed. She thinks the dress is too "princess-like" and wants Maranda to try on something more simple.

As Maranda searches for the perfect dress, tensions between her and her parents continue to grow. Her mother seems to have a very specific idea of what Maranda should wear on her big day, while her father is more laid back and just wants his daughter to be happy. Maranda is caught in the middle, wanting to please both of her parents but also wanting to find a dress that reflects her personal style and taste.

The bridal consultants at Bridals by Lori do their best to help Maranda navigate the delicate situation. They pull dresses that they think will meet her parents' expectations and also make Maranda feel beautiful and confident. As Maranda tries on each dress, her parents give their input, often disagreeing with each other and causing more confusion for the bride-to-be.

One dress that catches Maranda's eye is a stunning A-line gown with delicate lace detailing. The dress is simple yet elegant and seems to strike a chord with Maranda's father. As she twirls in front of the mirror, he is visibly moved and says he can picture her walking down the aisle in the gown. Maranda's mother, however, is still not convinced and asks her daughter to try on a few more dresses before making a final decision.

In the end, Maranda is faced with a difficult choice. She has to decide whether to go with a dress that meets her parents' expectations or to choose a gown that she truly loves, even if it means going against her parents' wishes. With the guidance of the bridal consultants at Bridals by Lori, Maranda ultimately makes a decision that she is happy with and that reflects her personal style and taste.

"Mommy-Daddy's Little Girl" is a touching episode that showcases the complicated relationships that can exist between parents and children during the wedding planning process. It reminds viewers that finding the perfect dress is about more than just appearances - it's about finding a gown that makes the bride feel confident, beautiful, and true to herself.