Al and Jo help this bride that used to think nobody would love her the way she is find the perfect dress to feel unstoppable. Catch Say Yes to the Dress on TLC - Sky 133, Virgin 162, BT TV 323
This is what beauty standards do to us women! Look at this sweet lady, convinced that she'd never be loved by anyone, just because she's bigger. We have to change this. We deserve better.
The ladies at the boutique sell not only wedding dresses, nor do they just provide the perfect dress experience..no what these two lovely ladies offer is to hold the brides hand, they build up the brides self confidence raise her self esteem. These women offer a service like no other boutique. Every bride is made to feel like the beautifull lady she is...I love watching them every time. Thank you ladies.
It’s like the lady said... unless you have walked in a plus size girls shoes you don’t know how she feels. Words don’t have to be said to you to hurt. It can be as simple as a negative look from someone you pass by. The women at this shop understand and they know how to help a girl get the bridal feeling.
I had to look up Kim Namjoon, and discovered he is a young man, part of a band. And he is right!! WOW ~ Mind Blown ThQ @KimNamjoon for insightful, thoughtful brilliance
How sad that our world our society made this lovely sweet lady feel that way about herself. She looked amazing. Thank you ladies for giving her the happiness she deserves
As someone with a background in nutrition & dietetics I just have to applaud her for being so smart with her weight loss strategy. She made changes that both fit in _her_ lifestyle and are sustainable in the long run _for her_ . Kudos! 🎉
Between 2004 and 2011, I went down from about 205 to 150. I'm still there. But do I *feel* slimmer, more energetic, more confident? No. Heck, I felt fat and ugly when I was 25 and weight 145. And I don't think that, at age 64, I'm ever going to feel any different.
@@haplessasshole9615 I am so sorry, love, I really understand what you mean... I never felt slim enough or beautiful enough to think myself normal, so I never sustained my diets and exercise, I'm at my largest now and hating everything... I hope you can find a way, you've done yourself good... maybe a good therapist can help =_= Here's for you! 💚🌟
@@HelloKitty60621 My #1 tip -- ditch the mindset that you cannot eat certain foods. You know how you're at Thanksgiving dinner (back when such things didn't cause deaths), and you're thinking, "Oh, those pies look great. I wish I could have some pecan pie." Then, you obsess over the pie. It won't leave your head, no matter how hard and frequently you push it out. So you finally crack, and wind up snarfing down half the pie. Just go ahead and have a small piece of pie. Savor every tiny bite. Revel in it. Then, it's over. Anxiety and feelings of deprivation vanish. You've saved yourself a lot of grief, self-loathing, and calories. Believe it or not, it works.
Oh, WOW, I LOVE when Jo said, "This is a dress, not a miracle." What an IMPORTANT point to make...she was basically saying, "the beautiful figure you see is YOU, and not some magic trick of the dress."
My eyes watered when she mentioned not thinking she'd be loved... That hit so close to home for me. Ive even considered myself a "cute" plus size, but no one else has validated that thought. Its such a hard battle to win when you're fighting yourself AND what society thinks...
Fuck society. You probably are a very beautiful plus size woman!! Don’t let anyone take your shining. My only advice is follow plus size models and body acceptance models. I’m not plus size but also had my issues with my body, and it helps me a lot accept and love myself. We stick together sis ;)
It took me working towards accepting myself before I could even see anyone who liked me. It's a terrible battle I still fight. Don't compare yourself to others, don't say negative things about yourself and realise you're gorgeous. Cos I know you are.
I have had the same thing going on since I was a child. I was born with strabismus and the doctors never fixed it correctly. So, never felt as attractive as the other girls in my snotty rich high school. I have confidence now because I am kind, honest, and have integrity. I often think my life would have been different had I not been made fun of MY WHOLE LIFE. Society is rough at times. Neither of the men I married stuck around which didn't help.
It hits even harder when it has been true. I have never been in a relationship, no one ever interested in me that didn't just want something inappropriate right from the get go. No real friends. I torture myself watching these, wishing. I am resigned to the fact that I am 36 and alone, that children will more than likely never happen for me. I am glad she gets her happy ending. Most of the time I am just hoping I don't take the out to early.
Body positivity is not about ignoring health, it's about treating people like people despite of their body. Constantly telling someone to change their body actually makes it worse and they could easily fall into an eating disorder and a lot of mental health issues. (No matter if you're big, small, average etc.) To have a healthy body you must have a healthy mind.
You explained this wonderfully, thank you! I see so many trolls saying that body positivity is "promoting obesity" but no one is telling others to become obese, we just want to not be seen as less than because of body size.
Sad when you are over weight you don't want to look in the mirror ever.you avoid it 😂 but when you lost some pounds and it on some skinny 👖 yes i can look a little.
I know her feeling. I lost 5 stone by diet and exercise. Thought will never find a man who will love me and accept me as who i am. Suprised my bf do accept me for who i am because he saw me on weight loss journey thats a very meaningfull acceptance as i also accept my own self transformation
"Unless you've walked in a plus size girl's shoes you will never know how they feel."this is the quote that I will live by for the rest of my entire life because I know what that's like and I am a plus-size girl and for the people that don't know what that's like then that's okay I don't know what it's like to be a skinny girl as a teenager.
Yeah it’s way harder and affects you way more than anyone thinks it does. (Especially mentally) and I still can’t believe people think it’s ok to comment on our weight, like you don’t even know me, why would I want your opinion
My sister has said to me before "you don't mind being over weight and big , you're happy like that but I am not" she had put on a lot of weight herself in the last 10-15 years but has now lost a lot of weight again which I am happy about. But she never understood the pain of her words , because I have always hated being over weight , and it's a real struggle to loose it once it's on and trying to loose it when your fighting hidden fears and anxieties.
She looks absolutely stunning in that dress... But honestly, regardless of her size, regardless of what she's wearing, this woman has a beautiful SOUL and it shines through all of that pain and all of those emotional scars. She's beautiful.
Many of us, heavy girls, see ourselves as much bigger than we really are. After the weight loss it is so difficult to align the brain with the body. I'm so glad these 2 angels help other women see how beautiful they really are.
Weight loss can be great for ones physical health but our mental health and self-worth still need a little more help because body image issues are mental.
I know exactly what you mean. I’ve lost ten stone, over 60kgs, but I still see myself as large as l was. I think also it’s hard because our health isn’t always going to rebound. I’m older, my body isn’t the same now. It’s hard. Being slimmer is so strange to assimilate mentally.
I lost weight, I went from 200+ to 155 from junior to senior year of hs, three years later I'm at 167 lb and I'd like to lose about five lbs again because I feel that is the best weight for me. When I first lost all that weight and I went shopping for prom, there was this one dress I tried on that was too small and it nearly broke me. I told my mom "I don't want the next size up because it will be in the plus size section!" She looked at me with a shocked expression and told me "This is a size 6." It was then that I realized that I was smaller but it took so long for me to actually see it
i just want to say the love the niece has for her aunt shows, and she is so happy that her aunt can actually feel beautiful when she knows how badly she’s struggled
I want her to feel this in regular clothes, but it makes me SO happy that she had this moment of self-appreciation in none other than her wedding gown. What a beautiful little added moment to what will be the start of so many other life changing moments.
Both dresses were perfect for her. So glad she chose one that made her feel that way. No one should feel that negatively about themselves because of their size. Bless her I wanted to hug her.
Beauty attracts the the eye but personality captures the heart. No amount of physical beauty will ever be as valuable as a beautiful heart. When you grow older you aren't going to live with beauty, beauty fades away . it's just the heart and the love that's gonna make us special. JUST LOVE YOURSELF GIRL , U DESERVE THE BEST MAN ❤️
I dealt with body image issues in my teens that paved the way into adulthood. I promised I would never judge my own daughter, but social media has made it impossible for her not to judge herself. When I hear her cry about being a size 4/6 and pointing out all her flaws....it guts me. I am a size 14 on a good day, and try to find clothes that flatter me. This show makes me so happy, and I teared up watching this bride seeing herself for the first time. It's a good reminder to be more kind. This woman lost weight all on her own, and did a damn good job at it.
My pregnant self can’t take this 😭 This beautiful woman deserves all the love and happiness in the world. Keep working on loving yourself, you are so beautiful inside and out 🥰🥰❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️😭
Can I just say that the consultants do an awesome job. They listen to the bride and make her feel confident without pushing too much either. They don't center the appointment around her weight. Really awesome to see
I love this girl, she’s so anxious about her weight at first but then, her energy went boosting in the sky! Weight is just a number, doesn’t say anything about your personality 💖💕
Broke my heart to hear her say that she thought that nobody would ever love her the way she is. And she looks stunning in the first dress! I don’t even know the bride but I feel very happy for her
Thank you to the ladies who run this boutique for being such positive beams of light to all who enter for a wedding dress. Thank you to this Brides entourage for being so supportive & encouraging to this Bride & showing her she IS worthy of love & being loved. Thank you to the Bride for being brave enough to be present & try something that scared & intimidated you to do. And, most of all, thank you to the groom, for loving this woman, you must be a great wonderful man to show your bride that she's the one for you & has your love, now & forever.
It doesn’t matter how someone looks, what size they are, how healthy they are- EVERYONE is worthy of love, respect and being able to love and feel good about themselves.
if i will ever find a new man and get married i would so much like to be helped by the two ladies! Fun and heart together- what a wonderful team!🥰 thank you very much for making these videos and show me that there exists love for thick women and that there are great dresses for thick women! It gives me hope🌻
Body shamers disguised as "health concerns" is totally unacceptable for both thin and fat people. Learn to accept people as they are,and don't keep telling them to lose or put on weight just to please your eyes. There are various reasons for everything and they're well aware of what they want to do.
Please give the example by accepting the others as they are, and do not shame people who do not share your opinion. This is a video in the internet, we are all free to express what we think, just as you do.
@@susanapol382 yup everyone does have right to express their opinion,but that's not an excuse to ignore what may be consider offensive to others. My comment don't intend to shame anyone, it's up to you on how are you gonna feel about it. P.S Just because you don't like my criticism doesn't mean I am shaming you...
@@susanapol382 "Accepting other as they are" means things that they do not control or hardly control. An opinion is easily changeable when you educate yourself on the subject. You always deserve level 0 respect (aka respect of your person and identity) but you don't deserve level 1 respect (aka respect for being a good person) if you don't respect someone's existence. Fatphobes don't deserve this kind of respect because fatphobia kills and not the other way around.
Years ago my mother put on weight rather unexpectedly, she didn't seem to eat more than usual, but my Dad and I wanted her to feel good about herself so we were supportive. We got her plus sized clothes, told her she looked fine, we still loved her no matter what. Then the vomiting started, and random flu like symptoms. All the doctors we took her to said there was nothing wrong with her, it was all in her head. Imagine our surprise when a second year resident at the hospital stepped in and forced the staff to give my mother an expensive test to check her gallbladder and found out that it had been working at 8% efficiency. For a year and a half the gallbladder had been allowing toxins to pass into her body rather than filtering them out. Shortly after that we found out she had a problem with her heart that had been worsening the situation. Her sudden weight gain had been a sign of organ failure, and while we were being supportive my mother was slowly dying. I agree with you that no one should shame someone for their weight, I would never trade in those times of telling my mother I still loved her regardless of how heavy she got. But I understand now the importance of being vigilant about sudden shifts in someone's weight, and the need to step in and telling them that I think need they need to be safe, rather than sorry, and to see a doctor. "Health concerns" can have a valid reason. Do not be so quick to judge.
@@nightfrost8727 Body positivity is not about putting health concerns to the side. It's about telling fat people that they're not less deserving of respect because they're fat, because fat is a body type, not a source of moral judgment. I hate to explain it everytime fatphobia comes up ; HEALTH CONCERNS DO /NOT/ IMPLY BEING RUDE, OFFENSIVE AND DISRESPECTFUL.
Since both Jo and Al have been plus sized women that is why they're able to make these plus sized brides feel good about themselves, give them confidence, and give their self esteem a boost. KUDOS to Jo and Al.
I love her, definitely a client who is so sweet, humble and doesn't always see how beautiful she is. A client you happily go above and beyond for. I'm glad she felt so beautiful and they made this such a memorable experience for here
I am in tears for this young woman. She looks so happy and the dress is lovely. The Al and Jo really know how to pick the right look for their clients. Great job, ladies!
The ladies at this boutique are absolutely fantastic. I've watched several episodes now and they truly are superb at seeing the real bride behind the insecurities. As somebody who used to be a size 28/30 (I was a size 30 when I got married decades ago) and has had gastric surgery, I wish I'd had access to this place, rather than being forced to get something made for me, because wedding shops never went bigger than a size 16! I hope this bride is feeling much better about herself now that she knows what her wedding dress will do for her on the day.
Now I've watched over 100 of these shows and this is the one that pulled at my heart strings! What she said was everything. Nicky that was beautiful, the way that you expressed how you felt is everything. Your sister said that you didn't want to feel elegant, you wanted to feel beautiful and girly and pretty! That's how every woman should feel. That dress captured that for you! You made the decision and changed your life! You are strong, brave and beautiful; you deserve to be loved!! Congratulations on your engagement!! Big Up to you Jo & Al!!
im so glad that these two found each other, the amount of judgement if you don't look perfect is just fucked up. like, their flaws is what makes them so beautiful, and she is just so sweet.
I wanna give her a hug omg. She looks stunning, and I sure hope she knows that 💕 She seems like the sweetest person, I hope her wedding day is amazing 💕
Tbh I gotta say she looked wonderful in both of them....the second one made her look like a queen just as much as the first one made her look like a pretty flower....I'm so happy she got to see herself in a new light
Wow. I've watched countless episodes from the "YES to the Dress" universe --- this is the only episode that brought tears to my eyes. What a precious, beautiful woman.
"Unstoppable", is the way you 3 ladies ALWAYS help these beautiful ladies realize! I have watched many of these videos and in each and everyone, you achieve this wonderful feeling ❤❤❤
One of the many things I love about this Say Yes to the Dress series is how supportive the entourage is❤❤❤ They provide their feedback without being harsh and pushing these brides to be to the brink of tears like the american versions.
I dearly love Alison & Jo. They get us because they have been one with us, larger ladies. They helped this bride see herself as a bride. A beautiful bride, not just a larger lady. They are my favorite dressers.
These ladies at this dress shop are just amazing. They gave her so much confidence thats just amazing to me. If only they were here in the USA I would love it
I tested up SO much towards the end- a TRUE Cinderella transformation... You are beyond without a doubt a beautiful princess, and now you see yourself as you truly are
These ladies that own this shop are the absolute best! Upbeat, brilliant dressers, so encouraging and best of all they try their best to boost everyone's confidence!
I’m nowhere near old enough to marry, and I’m not sure if I’d get quite so excited over a wedding dress, but watching someone find a dress they love and get so happy over it is so wholesome! As well as inspiring. Especially when their entourage is so supportive and not toxic like some of the families/friends showed in other videos from this channel.
Damn, this is the first video of this kind that has made me tear up. No one should feel unworthy in that way, I'm glad she could see herself in a new, better light!
I never usually get very emotional while watching these short clips, but when she said she felt like she ‘could take on the world’ I just got so teary-eyed and choked up. She’s such a stunning woman and it was so amazing to see her realise that!
My heart smiled and cried. As a person who's weight goes up and down, I totally know the feeling. There's always someone amazing man for that beautiful woman.
well done to Nikki for her amazing weight loss, and her battle to find her confidence, i smiled when she talked about her fiancee she's just so awesome. as a big woman too, this spoke to me on every level. I've been there she looked so stunning in every dress, i love how supportive her entourage was and the satin was amazing, the lines really showed off her figure and the sparkles on the back made the dress but the first one, the one that was her, she looked so beautiful if i ever got married, i'd want Al and Jo, as my fairy godmothers
Oh, God, this one had me in tears. After high school, I lost nearly 200lbs, and it took me years to feel comfortable in my body. I'm still not a twig, and the loose skin is forever unless I can afford surgery, but seeing her cry like that brought back such a flood of memories. Self acceptance is a long, frought and difficult journey.
I personally want to thank you ladies for the gift you give these ladies i cry through these videos at the way you change these women's lives. You are both a gift from heaven.
