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Is the Wedding Dress Dead?

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Why are modern brides ditching Princess Diana's iconic dress for jumpsuits and suits?

This episode explores whether traditional wedding dresses are dying out, featuring interviews with a 90-year-old family bridal shop in Michigan and a non-traditional custom designer in Brooklyn. It examines how trends like jumpsuits, black dresses, and personalized styles are reshaping bridal wear, while tradition persists in emotional significance.

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