Ep 2. One is Not Enough

One is Not Enough is the second episode of the first season of Say Yes To The Dress, a reality show that revolves around brides-to-be searching for the perfect wedding dress at Kleinfeld Bridal, a renowned bridal salon located in Manhattan, New York City.

In this episode, viewers witness three brides with varied preferences, styles, and budgets trying to find a gown that meets their requirements. The first bride is Holly, who wants to have two wedding dresses, one for the ceremony and another for the reception. She is accompanied by her opinionated sister-in-law, who seems to have a different taste and vision than her when it comes to wedding dresses. Holly describes her ideal dress as elegant, with a fit-and-flare silhouette, and something that her fiance would be "wowed" by. She also wants the gown to allow her to dance comfortably at the reception.

The consultant assigned to Holly is Diane, who pulls out a sleek and modern dress with an illusion neckline that fits Holly's vision precisely. However, Holly's sister-in-law has something else in mind and picks out an over-the-top dress with a heavily beaded bodice and layers of ruffles. Holly tries on both dresses and feels underwhelmed by the first one, while the second one is too heavy for her liking. After much back and forth, Holly decides to say yes to the sleek and modern dress, but the sister-in-law does not seem entirely satisfied with her choice.

The second bride is Jenna, who has a more relaxed approach to wedding dresses and wants something that is comfortable, simple, and easy to move around in. She is on a tight budget and rejects any gown that exceeds her $1,500 price range. Jenna brings her mother and best friend to the appointment, and they all set out to find a dress that suits her style. Her consultant, Claudia, shows her a simple and flowy A-line gown with a sweetheart neckline. Jenna finds it comfortable but unsure as it is currently out of her price range. However, Claudia suggests adding a belt and removing the extra crinoline in the skirt, and it takes Jenna's dress in the range of her budget. After feeling content with all three of their choices, Jenna chooses the dress in the end.

The final bride is Debra, who is a mature bride that is getting married for the second time. She wants something that is feminine, but not too young, and modest enough for their church wedding. She has two daughters and grandchildren and does not want to come off as trying to compete with her daughters. Her consultant, Ronnie, picks out a lace and tulle A-line gown with an illusion neckline and a demure long sleeve. Her daughters and grandchildren are in attendance to get their opinion, but the dress gets mixed feedback. Debra expresses that she feels she has seen the dress before and it reminded her of a debutante ball gown. Ultimately, Debra ends up selecting a modified A-line with a tulle skirt and an appliqué neckline.

Overall, One is Not Enough delivers on drama, as each bride faces challenges in finding the perfect dress. There is a clash of opinions between the brides and their entourage in some cases, which results in arguments over what dress to pick. Nonetheless, each bride ends up finding a dress that ticks their essential requirements and budget. The episode highlights the importance of compromising and sticking to your personal style.