Something Borrowed, Something New: Unveiled

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  • 2013
  • 1 Season

Something Borrowed, Something New: Unveiled is a reality TV show that airs on TLC. The show is a spin-off of the popular series Something Borrowed, Something New. The premise of the show is straightforward: brides-to-be have to choose between wearing a brand new wedding dress or selecting a gown that has been passed down through their family. Lori Allen, the owner of Bridals by Lori, helps the brides navigate this tricky decision.

Each episode of the show follows two brides who are facing this dilemma. Lori works with the brides to understand their personal style, their wedding vision, and their family's traditions. She takes them through a series of fittings and alterations, trying to reinterpret the heirloom dress to fit modern sensibilities. At the same time, she shows them new dresses that might suit their tastes, giving them a wide range of options to choose from.

One of the unique aspects of the show is the intricate backstory of each dress. The heirloom dresses often have a great deal of sentimental value - they might have been worn by previous generations of the bride's family, or hold a special significance for some other reason. Lori pays attention to these stories and strives to preserve them while updating the dress's design. Similarly, the new dresses often have their own backstory - they might be from a particular designer or collection, or have been worn by a celebrity on a red carpet event.

As the show progresses, the brides have to make difficult choices. Some of them are torn between the old and the new, trying to balance their love for the sentimental value of the heirloom dress with their desire for something unique and original. Others are convinced from the start that they want to wear a specific dress, but have to grapple with their family's disappointment at not continuing the tradition. It's an emotional journey, and Lori is there every step of the way to offer guidance and support.

Apart from the brides themselves, the show also features their friends and family members. These people play a crucial role in the decision-making process, offering advice and opinions that sometimes clash with the bride's own instincts. The interactions between the brides and their loved ones are often dramatic and tense, providing plenty of emotional moments that keep viewers engaged.

At the end of each episode, the brides make their final choice. The show reveals the dress they've selected and the reasoning behind their decision. Sometimes, both options are showcased side by side, allowing viewers to make their own judgments about which dress they prefer. There's a sense of satisfaction and closure when the bride finally walks down the aisle in her chosen gown, knowing that she's made a decision that is true to her own values and preferences.

Overall, Something Borrowed, Something New: Unveiled is a heartwarming and entertaining show that offers a glimpse into the emotional process of choosing a wedding dress. Viewers will appreciate the delicate balance between tradition and modernity, as well as the show's commitment to preserving family legacies. Whether you're a fan of fashion or just love a good tearjerker, this show is definitely worth watching.

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Seasons
Bridal Runaround
10. Bridal Runaround
June 28, 2013
A picky bride has no problem ruling dresses out, but can't seem to choose one she likes, although her mother is hoping that she'll choose a sentimental favorite sent from Taiwan.
Burlesque Bride
9. Burlesque Bride
June 28, 2013
A bride is determined to find a red gown for her burlesque-style wedding, but her family hopes she'll have a change of heart. Her sister-in-law will even allow her designer gown to be dyed.
Everyone's Got an Opinion
8. Everyone's Got an Opinion
June 21, 2013
A bride's mother and other family members want to see her in a 70-year-old heirloom dress, but she's afraid it will clash with her big-city wedding in New York.
Bridal Culture Clash
7. Bridal Culture Clash
June 21, 2013
A bride who is anxious to show off her figure receives conflicting advice from her devoutly religious mother and her free-spirited sister.
Dad's Bride and Joy
6. Dad's Bride and Joy
June 14, 2013
A medical student considers her father's suggestion to wear an heirloom dress passed down for two generations, but is leaning toward something more modern and less modest.
A Blogger's Bridal Bliss
5. A Blogger's Bridal Bliss
June 14, 2013
Nina and her Mom are thick as thieves. With Nina's upcoming wedding, Mom is struggling to accept that she's growing up and moving out.
A 1913 Dress for a 2013 Bride
4. A 1913 Dress for a 2013 Bride
June 7, 2013
A bride considers wearing a 100-year-old dress worn by her mother and great-grandmother, until she discovers the century-old fabric hasn't aged well.
Don't Mess With the Latina Juju
3. Don't Mess With the Latina Juju
June 7, 2013
A woman considers a gown with a rich history that has potential to start a new tradition.
Smother of the Bride
2. Smother of the Bride
May 31, 2013
Lauren likes to please her mom, who wants to pass her own gown to her, but Lauren's entourage thinks she needs a new dress.
The Bride Who Won't Decide
1. The Bride Who Won't Decide
May 31, 2013
Dad thinks Jamie's mom's gown is the perfect dress, but Mom thinks Jamie needs a dress of her own.
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