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The Long-Awaited Bridezilla Rebuttal
After an overwhelming response to the hate mail, we had to draft a rebuttal. First of all, I called the letter hate mail because the writer despises bridezillas so much he felt the need to draft a letter (probably from his mom's basement) about how weddings aren't special. And Passive-aggressive, semi-hate letter wouldn't fit in the title.
And really, we think the writer did a great job pointing out the shortcomings of some brides (notice he left out the grooms). Our bridezilla definition is "exceptionally attractive, confident women who know what they want...". He's writing about the bulging-eyed, tantrum-throwing variety.
There's a fine line between a woman who wants the perfect day (nothing wrong with that), and the woman who takes an axe to her centerpieces because she didn't like them. Since there's some confusion, we're responding only to points made in regard to women who want the perfect wedding. Not the entitled psychos who (we all agree) should be left at the alter.
Exhibit A. Why Bridezillas Obsess Over Weddings
We don't want to look like this chick.
Photo from Tacky Weddings
If we didn't care about our weddings, if we didn't obsess over every detail, there's a good chance the whole thing would crumble like the Roman Empire. It's true that no one cares more than the bride. So yes, we want a dress that makes us look beautiful and we'll try on hundreds to get it. And we obsess over the tiny details because we want it to be a good time for us and our guests.
Who cares? There's no reason to take personal offense to it, as if brides everywhere were killing toddlers or mugging grandmothers. It's their soiree and money to spend. Weddings stimulate the economy. If a bride wants the big party, let her have it.
Exhibit B. A Save the Date Card Isn't a Court Order
If you think weddings are a chore, stay at home
This is an example of what the bridezilla hater called "hyping weddings way too long." Looks by the preview like this wedding will be a rockin' good time. And Save the Date cards aren't to made to hype the wedding, they're courtesy.
There's dancing, cake smashing, an open bar, and sometimes at bridezilla weddings, a brawl that ends in a tasering. What else do you have going on? Grow a pair and R.S.V.P "No" if you don't want to go -- a Save the Date card isn't a court order. No one likes a wedding wet blanket (the guy sitting in the corner, eying the bridesmaids and going on about how much he hates weddings). We'd rather you not come if our wedding is a chore.
Don't get a gift. Don't celebrate the couple's happiness and don't wonder where all your friends are when your bride finally arrives...in the mail.
It's a party. Have fun.
Exhibit C. Excitement Isn't Contagious
So shut the f*#k up about your own life
A wedding celebrates the commitment of a lifetime together. We agree that it's not as exciting to everyone else -- how could it be? But neither is your baby, your promotion, your new BMW, your gold count in W.O.W... nothing in your life is as exciting to everyone else as it is to you.
We're forced to see baby pictures and muster a smile when someone shows a video of their kid who (o.m.g.) just mastered the art of crawling. Excitement may not be contagious, but you can fake it for the happy couple just like your girlfriends faked their orgasms.
If you can't do that, maybe you're the one with a problem. I can think of many worse offenses than being excited and talking about your own wedding. If she blabs on and on (it happens) just change the subject. And if bridezillaS, the TV show whips you into a letter-writing frenzy, change the channel. It wouldn't be on air if it didn't have an audience.
"50 percent of marriages end in divorce...think about whether or not your family would be equally excited to shell out 30K or more for you to wager on a coin flip"
Your favorite football team has a 50 percent chance of losing the big game. But fans still go out, cheer for them, and some even wager on them. Hope for the best and wish the couple well. It might not be a special day to the whole world, but it is a very special day for the bride and groom.
Don't Miss this Bridezilla Wig Out
Every bride wants a chic coif on her wedding day and will go to great lengths to get it. Watch this clip of a real-life bridezilla's wig out. It's hairrendous!
Sure, her dramatic and possibly psychotic scissoring seems extreme. Until you think about your own bowl haircut picture, circa 1988. The one your fiance has never seen and will never see because it's buried deep in your embarrassing photo graveyard.
This bride was about to have a million of those haunting her for the rest of her life. And she's of age, so there's no "my parents did it," excuse. Comment below with your own hair horror stories!
Wedding Invitation Inspiration: 3 Best Invites Ever!
It's wedding season and our fridge is cluttered with wedding invitations. And must bridezilla say, we're so sick of those white invitations with the calla-lily border. Invitations give the first impression of your soiree. Go all out! Toss the printer's catalog, stick with your creative vision and find it a way to make it happen.
Is there anything cuter than a pop up wedding invite?
This video wedding invitation made our stone bridezilla heart turn to mush. It's all in stop animation and completely amazing!
Scrumptious Sale Alert: Save up to 75% at Wedding Channel
Just another marrying Monday... Instead of our typically tiny bridezilla bites, we decided to give you something you could really sink your teeth into. Wedding Channel is having a three-day sale that starts tomorrow and runs from through July 16th. You can save up to 75% off on adorable disposable cameras, attendant gifts, and more. It's seriously worth checking out for all your wedding must-haves.
Use these coupon codes and you'll save even more during the 3-day sale.
WCJUL3DA - 15% off order of $100 or more
WCJUL3DB - 20% off order of $150 or more
Have a blast shopping bridezillas.
Ask Bridezilla: Can I Shop Off the Registry?
Being bridezilla, the certified (and maybe certifiable) wedding expert, I get a lot of letters pleading for advice. My inbox is full of inquiries on everything from what to do with a pregnant bridesmaid to where to find plus-sized wedding gowns.
I decided to post them so readers can learn from other bridezillas. Today's question comes from a young (and apparently broke) man in Seattle, WA.
Got a wedding question for bridezilla? Send it in to zilla@bridezilla.com and you might be featured in an upcoming issue of Ask Bridezilla.
Q: Does the Thought Really Count?
I have some longtime friends getting married soon, and I'm on the scramble for the big wedding gift. After looking over their registry last night, I noticed one of the only gifts that's left is the request for the All-Clad Stainless Steel 10-Piece Cookware Set for $639.99. I love these two ... but six hundred bucks is a little steep for any young recent college grad.
Don't get me wrong, I totally understand the scenario - a group of people are supposed to go halfsies on the gift, or there is some hope that a wealthy family member to step up and be a hero. There is a good possibility that this cookware set just happened to be the most expensive set in Macys that day.
Since bridezillas are gorgeous, young women who know what they want, it's a great guess that they're going to want the best. Hell, I'm a dude, and I have no reason to turn down a top of the line kitchen set.
After doing some research, I came across an article on nytimes.com called A No-Frills Kitchen Still Cooks. The article fully defends the notion that you can supply an entire kitchen for less than $300, and rejects any claim that the expensive set from the big box store is at all justified.
In fact, the only time you see the high-end cookware is on TV. Otherwise, most pros in the fanciest of kitchens don't use the $600 sets because even they feel it's not worth it.
The crossroads of wedding gift giving is that it's so easy to keep score on how much people love you by how much they're willing to spend. Hey, it's not like I'm being cheap. My gift would still be from the heart, and I can do a cost/benefit analysis that will blow your socks off. Is it a good move to gather some decent cookware from a restaurant supply house, or am I just being an ass for not footing the bill for gift they actually asked for?
Do you think I'll have a fire-breathing bridezilla on my hands?
Sincerely,
Registry Novice
Seattle, WA
Is it You? 12 Signs you're the Daughter-In-Law from Hell
When you and your soon-to-be were mere boyfriend and girlfriend, his mom couldn't be more friendly. But once she saw that 3-carat ring on your finger, she turned from the sweet future mother-in-law to the monster m-i-l from hell (and several stereotypical romantic comedies).
This Newsweek article about mistakes Mother- and Daughter-In-Laws make made us wonder...is it us? Or them? Stay tuned for 12 signs it's you!
Continue Reading Is it You? 12 Signs you're the Daughter-In-Law from Hell »Bridezilla Lets Loose! A Must-See Wedding Dance Video
As classy and cutting-edge bridezillas, we have no patience for cheesy, over-done wedding dances. Even in the post Michael Jackson Era, the ubiquitous Thriller Dance makes us want to throw up (so over!). But this is a wedding dance of a different sort.
Not only are the dance moves sickeningly sweet (rather than stiff, nervous, or over- choreographed), the giant sunglasses and wild wedding colors made us wish we were bridesmaids in this wedding. Now that's powerful!
Sometimes bridezilla should let her french twist down and do the unexpected. Look at the result! The wedding guests are having the time of their lives.
Funny Response to Wedding Entrance Dance Video
What if everyone danced their way into divorce? If you haven't seen it yet, check out the wedding entrance dance. Then take a look at this hilarious follow up:
Vote below in our bridezilla dance off poll. What video do you think was better?
Psst... Secret Wedding Event in NYC
Bridezilla received invitation to an exclusive wedding show at the Museum of the City of New York. Tempting as it is, we have prior engagements: blogging, shopping, sunset sailing. So we're passing on the delicious deets to our NYC bridezilla readers.
Cool off from the summer heat
with a refreshing cocktail
at the Speakeasy at 1220 Fifth (@ 105th Street).
Enjoy a summer evening on the terrace
while you sip a spirit (or two)
and enjoy tunes from the 1920s.
Wedding Library vendors,
don't miss this opportunity to check out
a unique New York City space
and spend an evening with fellow Library Members.
Getting married? Contact us now to get exclusive access
and a personal tour of the spaces available
for weddings and special events
at the Museum of the City of New York!
Wednesday, August 5th 6:00 - 9:00 PM
Catering by Sterling Affair
Music by Elan Artists
A $12 donation is required upon entrance and will get you a free drink and access to the first-floor galleries.
RSVP to Roey@theweddinglibrary.com to get the secret password!
Wedding Library
43 East 78th Street
For more event details check out the Wedding Library Buzz Blog.
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