For 22 seasons, TLC’s “Say Yes to the Dress” has been one of the most popular programs on the network. The show premiered in 2007 and took brides-to-be on a journey to find their perfect wedding gown.
After Season 22 premiered in April, fans eagerly awaited news about Season 23 after the show has spent 16 years on the air. Fans can now rejoice as TLC has announced “Say Yes to the Dress” will return on April 6 at 8 p.m. ET. While they wait for the season premiere, WWD has rounded up a 2023 what-to-know guide for “Say Yes to the Dress.”
What is host Randy Fenoli doing now?
While the show is on hiatus, Fenoli is keeping busy helping brides get dressed. On Aug. 28 and 29, the TV personality will host trunk shows at the Jupiter, Florida, bridal boutique Lola Dré. He will return to his hosting duties when the show premieres in April.
Who is the current cast of “Say Yes to the Dress”?
In addition to Fenoli, the regular cast of “Say Yes to the Dress” includes Kleinfeld Bridal boutique owners Mara Urshel and Ronald Rothstein. The pair have owned Kleinfeld Bridal since 1999.
What to know about Kleinfeld Bridal?
Kleinfeld Bridal is one of the best-known luxury bridal boutiques in Manhattan. Dress prices can start as low as $1,500, but custom-order designer dresses start at a minimum of $2,000. High-end designers can go up five-figure price points.
Have any celebrities been on “Say Yes to the Dress”?
A variety of celebrities have guest starred on the show, whether to help as consultants or get a dress picked out for their or a friend’s or family member’s wedding. Past guest stars have included Martha Stewart, Broadway star Kristin Chenoweth, actor Corbin Bleu, Questlove, Kelly Ripa and Sabrina Bryan.
Who had the most expensive dress on “Say Yes to the Dress”?
In season seven, Tabitha, a bride-to-be, got a $70,000 dress from Pnina Tornai. It broke the record for the most expensive gown ever purchased on the show.
What can fans expect from Season 23 of the show?
This upcoming season, Fenoli will navigate new challenges with his brides, and even pull off a wedding at Kleinfeld. Brides this season will include a non-binary bride looking for two looks, a modest bride on the hunt for a perfect gown for her conservative Jewish ceremony and a bald bride ready on a mission to prove she’s beautiful without a veil.
