12 of the most surprising things about TLC's 'Say Yes to the Dress

"Say Yes to the Dress" is one of television's most binge-worthy shows. The TLC hit allows viewers to watch as brides-to-be try on a host of gorgeous designer gowns in iconic New York bridal boutique, Kleinfeld. Though the show has been a runaway success for 11 years now, there are plenty of behind-the-scenes secrets that even the most dedicated fans don't know. You have to apply to be on the show.There's nothing accidental about the brides on "Say Yes to the Dress." Brides-to-be submit an application through Kleinfeld for a spot on the show. The current application includes questions like: "How did you partner propose to you'"; "Are you a plus-size bride'"; "Why do you think you would be fun to watch on TV'"; and "Describe yourself in three words." Brides can spend up to five hours taping their segments on the show.Though a normal consultation at Kleinfeld usually only lasts about 90 minutes, one bride who appeared on the show revealed that she was there for almost five hours. The interview process, coupled with the need to get many different shots of each dress, can make filming drag on for quite a while. The shop can get crowded if you're not on the show, according to the brides.In a piece for Ravishly, Amanda Lauren said that the dress emporium is actually much smaller in real life than it appears on television. Lauren described her experience waiting in line for a peek at herself in a dress because she said there weren't enough mirrors and platforms to satisfy the huge crowds the shop attracts. See the rest of the story at Business Insider
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