Ep 1. Big Easy Queen & $100K Bride

In season 13 episode 1 of Bridezillas, titled Big Easy Queen & $100K Bride, viewers are introduced to two very different brides-to-be, each facing their own unique set of challenges and frustrations in the lead up to their big day.

The episode kicks off with a look at the life of New Orleans native, Nakosha. Known as the "Big Easy Queen" to her friends and family, Nakosha is planning a lavish wedding fit for a queen herself. From the dress, to the decor, to the food, Nakosha is determined to spare no expense for her perfect day. However, as her wedding day draws closer, stress levels begin to rise as things don't go quite as planned. Arguments with her fiance, issues with one of her bridesmaids, and the pressure of keeping everything together threaten to derail Nakosha's dream wedding before it even begins.

Meanwhile, on the other side of the country, viewers meet Chasity, a bride with expensive taste and an even more expensive budget. With $100,000 to spend on her big day, Chasity is determined to have the most extravagant wedding her hometown of San Diego has ever seen. From the designer gown, to the top-tier catering, to the towering centerpieces, Chasity is determined to make her wedding a true fairytale come to life. However, as the planning process wears on, Chasity's perfectionist tendencies begin to clash with her vendors and wedding planner, leaving her feeling frustrated and overwhelmed.

As the episode progresses, viewers get an inside look at the brides' personalities, families, and wedding planning processes. From tense conversations with their mothers, to blowout fights with their bridesmaids, to emotional breakdowns in their dress fittings, both Nakosha and Chasity are tested in unexpected ways. The episode also features a deeper dive into the unique local customs and traditions that play a role in each bride's wedding. For Nakosha, that means bringing in a Mardi Gras Indian tribe to perform at her reception, while Chasity opts for a dramatic "money dance" that threatens to overshadow her glamorous ballroom reception.

Overall, Big Easy Queen & $100K Bride offers an entertaining and dramatic look at the high-stakes world of wedding planning, complete with plenty of tears, tantrums, and over-the-top moments. Viewers will no doubt find themselves rooting for both brides as they navigate the ups and downs of planning their dream weddings, and perhaps even reconsidering their own wedding plans in the process.