Everyone thinks the bride is the one bringing the drama — but any bridal shop owner will tell you, that’s not always the case. In this episode of The Persnickety Bride Speaks, Denise spills the tea on the real wild cards: the moms, sisters, and besties who turn dress shopping into a full-blown reality show. From moms insisting on sleeves in July, to bridesmaids with louder opinions than sequins at a disco, Denise shares the stories (and laughs) only a bridal shop veteran could.

If you’ve ever wondered what it’s like wrangling an entourage of ten into a fitting room built for three, this one’s for you.