This is a single episode docudrama that is similar to “Say Yes to The Dress” also appears on TLC. The primary unique element to the show is that it features brides who are between the sizes 8 and 30. The show stars Yukia Walker-Harris and Yuneisia who work together to help brides find the perfect gown for them. This is a great show that helps people feel beautiful on their wedding day.
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A Brief Overview of TLC’s Curvy Brides
With Hollywood becoming more inclusive by the day, it’s no surprise that reality TV is following suit. In recent years, we’ve seen an increase in the number of shows that feature plus-size women, and TLC’s Curvy Brides is one of the best. The show follows the love stories of women who are looking for wedding dresses that fit their unique bodies, and it’s sure to fill you with hope and inspiration.
Curvy Brides first aired on August 1, 2014, and it quickly became our most popular shows that we would tune into each week. The series follows the love stories of plus-size women as they search for the perfect wedding dress. The series centered around sisters Yukia and Yuneisia as helped people find their perfect dress. Accodring to IMDB, it was produced by Half Yard Productions. This is the company behind Say Yes to the Dress. While the fashion industry has traditionally been geared towards smaller sizes, the show’s participants prove that there’s beauty in all shapes and sizes.
Each episode follows a different bride-to-be as she navigates the process of finding a dress that not only looks good but also feels good. The show’s focus on body positivity is refreshing, and it’s sure to leave you feeling inspired. And if you’re in the market for a wedding dress, you’ll be happy to know that many of the participating bridal shops offer plus-size options.
If you’re looking for a feel-good reality TV show that will inspire you to love your body just as it is, look no further than TLC’s Curvy Brides. The series follows plus-size women as they search for the perfect wedding dress, and it’s sure to fill you with hope and inspiration. So curl up on the couch, grab some popcorn, and get ready to fall in love with Curvy Brides.
Curvy Brides by the Numbers
This show only had one season and five episodes which two people searching for their perfect gown in each episode. I really loved this show as it focused on inclusivity and that everyone deserves to feel beautiful on their special day. I believe if this show had gotten a few more seasons, it would have become a staple.
It had a loyal and devoted audience. There was no prizes as the ladies were responsible for paying for the dresses. It was simply a heart-warming feel good show. If this feels like your jam, you can still buy the episodes on Amazon. We’re unaware of this being available anywhere for streaming. However, if it does come to a streaming service we’d love to get a link, and we’ll update this post.
Curvy Brides Casting Tips
The show is set in the Washington DC area so it helps to either be in that area or have the ability to visit the shop multiple times. Additionally, most of the gowns cost multiple thousands of dollars so it’s important to come in with an appropriate budget. The show has fairly open casting which requires sending an email to the show’s contact which we’ll include below. Additionally, any person appearing on the show will need to sign a waiver.
Applicant Restrictions:
Because there is no prize money paid out to the contestants, there are less rules and regulations than other shows. The standard TLC guidelines apply of being a US resident and not being a minor. Otherwise, the casting is fairly open to anyone who is interested in sharing their wedding gown experience with the world.
- Must be 18+ Years Old
- Must be willing to shop at Curvaceous Couture on camera
- Must be a US Resident
Curvy Brides Auditions and Online Application
This show has recently opened it’s casting for the 2015 season, but it doesn’t look like any of the episodes reached air. We continue to check for updates for this show, but we haven’t seen anything in the last 7 years. If the show does ever return, we will certainly update this page. I believe there are many people who would love to appear on this show.
- Your Contact Information (Full Name and Phone Number)
- The Expected Wedding Date
- Dress Size
- 3-4 Photos of the Bride
Finally, if you applied to be on this show, we’d love to hear your story whether or not you were selected to appear on air. Feel free to click the link below to share your story with us and our readers.
