A bride-to-be is in shock after her fiance returns her wedding dress without her permission. She had bought it for a couple of thousand, but her soon-to-be-husband (STBH) said it was too expensive and suggested she rent one instead. After she refused, he took it upon himself to return the dress and get the money back, causing her to blow up at him. He then accused her of setting the tone for their marriage by being irresponsible with money. Who’s the a**hole in this situation? Read on to find out more .
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Dream wedding dress drama
Wedding planning is stressful, but when the STBH disagrees with the bride-to-be’s dream wedding dress, things can get heated. In this post, the bride-to-be shares her frustration with her STBH for returning her dream dress, claiming it’s a waste of money. While the STBH suggests renting or buying a cheaper dress, the bride-to-be argues that it’s her right as a bride to have the dress of her dreams. The argument escalates, and even the STBH’s mother gets involved. Read on to find out how this bride-to-be tackles the issue and how it sets the tone for their future marriage dynamic.
Red flags abound! Commenters warn of controlling fiance and meddling MIL.

Controlling fiancé returns dream dress – NTA deserves refund

Bride-to-be’s fiancé stole and sided with mom. Cancel wedding?

Red flags in wedding planning, consider counseling. NTA.

Consider financial compatibility before saying ‘I do’

Fiance commits cardinal sins and mom fights his battle. ♂️

Bride-to-be is NTA, but her fiancé and his mom sure are

Commenter suggests couples counseling or ditching fiance.

Bridezilla or not, returning a bride’s wedding dress without discussing it is wrong

Bride-to-be’s fiancé steals and sells her wedding dress RUN!

A serious comment with a humorous twist

Wedding expenses causing financial tension. Communication and budgeting needed

Bride-to-be faces judgment for prioritizing ‘girly’ things

Money and a dream dress cause conflict between couple

Supportive comment and reply suggest controlling fiancé, with snake emoji.

Money issues causing pre-wedding tension

Bride-to-be fights for dream dress, STBH holding money hostage

Keep the dress, dump the fiancé. NTA wins.

Debate over validity of the story’s main plot point

Wedding canceled? Commenter thinks not, not the a-hole.

Dump him! NTA for standing up for yourself.

Fiancé insults her appearance and returns her dress! NTA!

NTA, but huge red flags. Consider reading r/JustNoMil for support.

Think twice before marrying someone who runs to mommy
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Wedding planning uncovered some serious communication issues.

Red flag alert! Bride-to-be receives returned wedding dress

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Red flag alert! Controlling partners are never a good idea.

Her fiancé’s lack of respect for her opinion is concerning

Bride’s partner controlling her wedding look? NTA for setting boundaries.

Don’t settle for a Wish dress! Dodge that bullet

Bride-to-be stands up for herself and dodges a bullet

Money troubles causing wedding dress drama

Partner’s behavior could lead to controlling and abusive relationship.

Don’t get another dress, get a future without this guy.

Commenter’s intense reaction to unknown situation.

Objective strangers warn bride-to-be of disaster in marrying Mamma’s boy ♀️

Stand your ground! You deserve to feel beautiful on YOUR day!

NTA commenter warns of controlling behavior and lack of respect.

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Take control of your wedding dress! But, is he the one?

Commenter calls out bride’s boyfriend with a fiery NTA

Commenter warns about controlling fiancé in wedding dress debacle ♀️
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Justified NTA ruling, partner’s mom interference raises red flags

Prioritize love over the perfect dress ❤️

NTA. Red flags all around. Dump him before it’s too late.

Choosing acronyms over the word fiancé? NTA but reconsider relationship ❌
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Red flag alert: Controlling groom returns bride’s dream dress.

Money talk before wedding is crucial. ESH for poor communication.

Commenter predicts divorce in a dress debate

♀️ Reassessing the relationship after controlling dress incident. NTA.

Is spending lavishly on weddings a recipe for divorce?

Commenter calls out STBH for being sexist and dishonest. Raises valid points about finances and joint expenses.

Commenter advises bride-to-be to reconsider marrying a mama’s boy

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Fiery finance debate sparks doubts about marriage readiness

Bride-to-be’s STBH shows controlling behavior by returning her dress

Wedding expenses causing conflict?

Potential warning signs of abuse, run before it’s too late ⚠️

Money talks, and this NTA knows it

Marriage is about teamwork, not control
