When David and Emily’s wedding invite arrived, we expected elegance. Instead, the RSVP instructions read: “Ladies—please wear white. Wedding dresses welcome!” Turns out, Emily’s mother Dorothy planned to wear her own bridal gown to the ceremony. Emily’s response? Invite every woman to wear white.
On the big day, the chapel looked like a bridal expo—veils, lace, tiaras everywhere. Dorothy strutted in wearing a rhinestone-encrusted gown, only to freeze at the sight of two dozen “brides.” Then Emily entered in a stunning ruby-and-gold dress, glowing like sunlight through stained glass.
All eyes were on her. Dorothy sat in silence, her spotlight gone. The reception turned into a celebration of defiance and joy. Emily hadn’t just protected her wedding—she’d reclaimed it.
