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♪ Upbeat pop music

♪ Hold my hand till the courage sticks ♪

♪ Shine the light till the darkness lifts ♪

That was awesome!

Yeah, you miss riding?

No, and definitely not the ex.

This ball gown could ride a bull.

Looks good.

Thanks to David for letting me borrow the bike.

Like, my fiancé David?

Like my fiancé who I'm getting married to?

Beautiful Allie.

Oh my god.

Do you need your keys?

Yes, very important.

Still coming by later?

I want the full customer treatment.

Perfect, see you later.

[phone dialling]

Hi, it's Amanda from Made For You, With Love.

Good! So...

The dress modifications will be perfect

for the post ceremony ride.

So getting on and off the bike will be easy.

I'll just attach special hooks for bustling.

Just need a week for alterations.

Oh, I can't wait for you to see it!

Yes, your fiance will be safe riding in back.

♪ Upbeat pop music

♪ You can depend on me

♪ I'll be right there, I'll be with everything ♪

♪ You're pushing all my love aside ♪

♪ Something's wrong

♪ You're leaving me high and dry ♪

♪ Just to see

♪ A love without you by my side ♪

♪ Giving up is crazy after all this time ♪

♪ Upbeat music continues

♪ You can depend on me

[cork pops]

So clearly we're going vintage instead of--

Whoa, whoa, whoa.

The full monty, please.

Right.

Here you go.

Hi, nice to meet you.

Hola, amiga!

So what I do, is I get to know each client personally.

And then, with your permission,

I chat with friends and family

and base inspiration from social media accounts.

Then I familiarize myself with the wedding plans and venue.

This one is absolutely fabulous.

Yes!

I start with secondhand dresses and modify them for each bride.

Because the base dress is secondhand,

I can do this for much less.

While still emulating a designer gown, for example.

Perfect!

Okay.

Did you book your flight?

Yeah, like the day you told me.

Oh god, I forgot to tell you!

So, the officiant that married my parents is still alive.

He's going to do the service in the same chapel.

He must be older than the colosseum.

How's your dad?

Uh, better! He's excited.

He hasn't been to Rome since he was based nearby.

It's so romantic, Allie.

What type of fabric do you want?

Something with lace, maybe...

Your mom will want conservative.

Yeah.

How do you want to feel in it?

Elegant, like my mom's dress.

And, uh...

What type of veil do you want?

Far right.

How about this?

Oh, I love it.

Yeah?

Let's try some silhouettes.

Can I keep this?

How about this?

Yes, I love it!

So... what about you?

How's swiping?

I need you to cut fabric for that empire gown.

Sizing is on the note.

You're not changing the subject!

Did you delete the app?

No.

I had two marketing co-workers rewrite your profile!

Allie, you work for a cereal company.

They made you sound yummy in a tasteful way.

Amanda, it's been two years!

Like...

What about this?

I don't have time for that right now.

No, that work excuse expired months ago!

Respectful, good communicator, predictable?

Ha!

You're fired.

Hey, can you laminate napkins?

Like, for real?

Oh yeah!

What? How?

All right, happy hunting at the wedding!

Not dating...

Not dating!

I choose you to be my best friend

and faithful partner and one true love.

I promise to love you truly as I join my life to yours.

To make your relationship work will take love.

It will take dedication to stay open to one another,

and to learn and learn together.

It will take trust to go forward together,

without knowing exactly what the future brings.

And it will take commitment...

[camera snap]

You're my bae-rrito that has a wrap on my heart!

Yikes.

Shh!

[cheering and clapping]

[throat clearing]

Pardon me.

You caught me shedding a tear earlier

and I just wanted to let you know

that this room was full of dust.

Oh really?

Yes, dust blizzards are common this time of year.

I wouldn't want you spreading any rumors about me.

My job as a mall Santa bouncer could be tarnished.

You're an elf?

Uh, no... that was a joke.

I'm Keith.

Amanda.

So... can I buy you a drink?

It's an open bar.

Right, that was another joke.

Yes.

Please, rose.

Rose? Okay.

I mean, weddings are sacred events that require dignity.

And a donut machine at reception.

-Yes! -Right?

My sister and her husband were so in sync,

that they had a pug carry the ring to the altar.

That's cute.

Having a shared dream is so important.

It's everything.

Okay everyone!

Please take your seats for the wedding party entrance!

What table are you at?

I just came to congratulate the bride.

But it was nice talking to you.

Yeah, it was...

Hey umm, forgive my forwardness,

but would you like to go out sometime?

I just had a lovely time talking to you.

I'm not currently dating.

Oh... okay.

If that ever changes...

Give me a call.

Bye.

♪ Instrumental dance music

NASA called, they want their telescope back.

I used to photograph wildlife.

Just different wildlife now.

Less mosquitos, more cake.

Right?

People just want the perfect photos for social media

and Hubble here provides that!

It's more than that.

Yeah, it's a 72 billion dollar fairy tale industry.

That's a lot of cake.

I, frankly, wouldn't mind a piece.

Ah, a cynic.

Take the gowns:

they cost thousands and are only used once!

For the most important moment in some people's lives.

Yeah...

Go to any dress shop and you'll see the big sell!

Hey!

This woman is a dressmaking marvel!

She made this!

Of course you did.

I have to go, but I just wanted to say congrats.

Hey all, time for the bouquet toss!

All the single ladies, come on up!

Come on...

Oh, no thanks!

You'll have a great time!

No, no.

Come on!

You're gonna love it.

Coco Chanel for the score!

[clapping]

♪ Gentle folk music

♪ Don't wait up now

♪ I'm scared these stars will fade ♪

♪ Don't show

♪ This bleeding

♪ Love running through these wings ♪

[music continues in background]

Gatsby-Botanical!

Conservative, but sexy.

Timeless, but avant-garde.

Or nautical, yes nautical!

I mean it's a cruise ship wedding, ahoy sailor!

I want to make your dream dress come true, Theresa.

Bless you!

I tried a few places already and everyone laughed at me.

Let's start by trying on some different styles

to see what you love, okay?

Yeah!

Let me show you what I'm talking about.

So these showcase my range in styles--

Listen James, your technical talent is undeniable.

But, frankly, they lack heart.

What are you talking about?

They have so much feeling, it hurts!

They look like stock photos.

We have a whole archive full of this stuff.

Look, this couple is oozing with love.

Show us something different, James!

We like you, just we're looking for something... more.

Okay.

You know? A little bit more.

But thank you so much for coming in.

Yeah, no problem.

Who's next?

Here we go...

You look like a manic Disney ride.

Had some genre-bending tastes today.

How do you do it?

I love the challenge.

Is this a number?

I told him I wasn't dating.

You did what?

Is he cute?

Not bald?

And respectful, good communicator, predictable?

It's a sign!

Look...

See, he's Mr. Napkin!

One step at a time, okay?

[front door opens]

Be right there!

So, when are you going to call him?

Maybe... next month!

A guy like that will be married by then!

Wow, that's a look.

What are you doing here?

It's good to see you, too.

You left this.

Oh, thanks.

Nice sketches.

You looked inside?

To find your info to return it.

Is that from one of the drawings?

Maybe.

So you design dresses too?

Ah, a cynic and a detective!

Excuse you!

Business slow these days?

Too busy, actually.

I can help!

What are you doing?

I can post these photos online.

I've got tons of local followers!

Maybe some even need pricey dresses.

That won't be necessary, thanks.

Made For You, With Love. Right?

No. Yes. Please don't...

[phone beeps]

You've done more than enough for me today.

Now, can you please leave so I can get back to work?

You're welcome!

That guy is so annoying.

[phone ringing]

Hello?

James, Rene from Weddings Refined.

Hey, Rene...

Hi! So I'm calling because we saw your photos

of the dress shop on social media and we love them.

The dress shop?

Made For You, With Love?

Oh, yes.

So, from your little blurb, she sounds fascinating!

Local business, one of a kind dresses...

Did you know that secondhand gowns are a huge market now?

I didn't.

They are!

Anyway, we have had one of our feature stories fall through,

so we now have an opening

and I have an idea about the spread:

A profile on Made For You, With Love!

What do you think?

That sounds great!

So, you deliver us the spread for next month's issue

with the heart that this Amanda pours into her work,

and we will sign that partnership.

Love it!

Great! You are friends with her, right?

Of course.

We would love to meet her.

Pitch meeting in a week.

I will have my assistant send the details, okay?

Sounds great, Rene.

Great.

Yes!

Let me pay for my dress.

You're already helping me for free.

You're so unbelievably stubborn, Amanda.

I'm not stubborn, I just need to do things my way, okay?

My old sales job made me feel dishonest.

Pressuring people to buy,

pushing product that I knew wasn't the best.

I know I barely get by, but my job feeds my soul.

I needed that...

after what I went through.

You're still stubborn.

Absolutely not!

[front door opens]

Hey, can we talk?

Hello? Do you have a minute?

Never.

Okay, about those photos I posted--

That I didn't ask for.

Weddings Refined saw them and loved your shop!

So?

They want me to do a photo spread on you

in next month's issue!

Hmm... not interested.

They're the biggest wedding magazine!

They have 50,000 followers in this part of the city alone.

Who wouldn't want that exposure?

What's in it for you?

It's a big account,

I'll finally be able to hire my own photographers.

You'll be an Instagram sensation!

Thanks, but I don't want that.

Bye.

So... when are you going to call Mr. Napkin?

Allie? Stop.

Just give it a shot!

Come on!

I'm just not ready yet.

[front door opens]

Hi!

You'll forgive me after your wedding, Amanda.

[phone dialling on speaker] Amanda!

It's dialling Keith.

What?

I love you, but...

Hello?

Press that--

Hello? Who is this?

Hi, umm...

It's Amanda, we met at the wedding last weekend.

Oh hey, yeah! I'm so happy to hear from you!

I didn't think you'd call.

Yeah, I... I've been busy.

I just thought that we had a real, you know, connection.

Real emotional energy.

Yeah, lots of feeling...

Howdy!

What?

I mean, how's your day going?

Yeah it's fine, just finished a deposition.

Hey, would you like to grab a drink sometime?

I don't know.

Ahhh!

Are you okay?

Yes, umm...

I'd love that.

Fabulous! How about Wednesday night?

Yes!

Great, I'll text you the details.

Great.

Talk soon. Bye!

[phone hangs up]

Oh, thank god!

I'm rusty! It's been a long time!

Oh yeah.

[clapping]

What are we clapping about?

I said no.

Who wants donuts?

I'll have one!

Let me put it another way.

[door knocking]

Just ignore him.

Is he still there?

Yeah, he's still there.

You want a donut, huh?

Yeah, I want a donut.

I want a chocolate donut.

Hi, come on in.

Come on...

There we go.

Seriously?

Ladies, when we're done trying this on, we can have a donut!

$5000 just to shoot you doing your thing.

Have a lovely evening!

You can have approval on all photos.

I'll think about it.

What do you want?

Do you love your photography business?

I bled for it.

Why?

It's my passion.

What about it do you love?

Capturing that elusive perfect moment,

a fleeting feeling frozen in time.

That's magical to me.

Fine, I'll do it.

If this photo spread is worthy of what you believe in,

then that's good enough for me.

Okay cool, I can start--

But you shoot only what I allow.

Yeah sure, no problem.

And not clients without their permission.

And I want $6,000.

Why don't you shove me into a corner--

You'll stay in a corner?

No, like... no.

And your help around the shop as needed, for free.

You drive a hard bargain.

Something in your eyes?

I'm a bad winker.

You were impressing me up until that point.

Okay great, I guess I'll see you tomorrow.

Don't get too excited, Jimmy Zoom.

Ah, clever.

Keep working on that.

Hey Sean, where are you at?

Sounds good, I'll swing by.

Hey, buddy!

What do you think? What's wrong with this house?

Not what I'm looking for.

Oh, right.

Too many brass fixtures.

You know that's easily fixable?

It's also too open.

It's an open floor plan, James.

Your parents had an open floor plan.

Everyone on the block had an open floor plan.

I've outgrown it.

Have you?

Or more importantly,

it's a five bedroom house and you are a single guy.

That too.

James, I have got to clean up now.

The family likes to rent out the dining room for events

and there's one this evening, so...

If you could just...

-Gotcha. -Awesome.

Let me know when you're actually serious about buying, okay?

And hey! Stop eating my appetizers!

Hey, how are you?

[phone vibrating]

Hello?

Yes, did you get the photos?

How much will you give me for the gowns?

They're all one of a kind.

Yeah, thanks.

I look desperate.

You look sexy!

I haven't gone on a date since college.

Any new rules that I should know about?

I would not be the one to ask.

Just be yourself!

Okay, what's the worst that could happen?

Mr. Napkin is soiled and thrown out?

Just have fun and if it's not meant to be, so what?

You're right.

This is not a big deal at all.

But oh, wow.

Oh my god, it's finally happening!

Thanks, Allie.

So my buddy was going around France introducing himself

as an avocado instead of a lawyer.

He would say, "un avocat!"

That's hilarious.

So how did you find this place?

The head mixologist came from a place I love

called Sweet Spot - it's amazing over there.

The produce-forward drinks mix so well with the vibe,

don't you think?

Yeah, my drink is tasty.

It's very bright.

Very floral.

So, how do you know about all this stuff?

I'm a foodie! I love reading about what's hot.

This place is off the chain on Friday night.

I'm so out of it.

I'm just a fire-me-up some good old mac and cheese kinda gal!

Joking.

So you're a lawyer?

Yeah, I'm a transactional attorney.

I know that sounds kind of boring,

but I don't actually like going to trial,

so it works out perfectly.

I had a rough patch a few years back.

I was engaged, but it didn't work out.

Don't get me wrong, it was for the better.

I just realized that I wanted simple, you know?

I just kind of...

I know it all sounds kind of silly, but...

No. Not at all.

People knock normal,

but you don't realize how lucky you are

until you don't have normal anymore.

I know what you mean.

I want to live well, travel,

do all that kind of stuff, but...

I want stability.

You know, I want a family.

All that boring stuff.

I had a rough stretch, too.

What happened?

Well, truthfully I haven't dated in awhile.

I took a dating detox that lasted a few years.

My last relationship was a train wreck.

I was left at the altar.

I'm sorry.

It really shook me up.

Changed my whole perspective,

who I am and what I want out of life.

Well, cheers to being unlucky in love!

Cheers.

Oh, this is very refreshing.

Well, I had a wonderful night.

Me too!

Great!

We should do it again!

I'd like that.

I know this great place with artisanal mac and cheese.

Sounds perfect.

Hey, good morning!

Thanks.

Yeah...

You sure you're not missing anything?

Oh yeah.

So, are you ready?

Are you ready?

Oh please, I've shot photos in the Amazon.

I can take anything.

Okay then... strap in, Jungle Jim.

I look like a Q-tip!

You look beautiful!

I'm a human duster! A tumbleweed!

It looks like I've been condemned

to Spanx purgatory forever!

Hey, no tears allowed in here!

I won't have a sad bride in my showroom, okay?

Can you get the Kleenex?

[sobbing]

It's not that bad.

Now...

Let's see what we can do.

♪ Garage rock

Thanks, Amanda.

You're welcome.

Bye!

I have five more coming in today.

Wait... what?

[camera snap]

We need more lace options.

I've been replaced?

Hardly.

So you help out here too?

Yeah I do, Ansel Adams.

He does landscapes.

Come on.

James, I need the lace.

And can you get those satin samples?

Where?

They're on the table.

This is another option right here.

Oh, I like that.

Yeah.

And the other books, too.

There's three more volumes!

Umm...

Quickly please, before our next clients come in.

And don't forget the lace.

Ask him for water.

Oh, and some water please!

I didn't know which were satin, so I brought them all!

Can you get the dress with boat neck for our next client?

Boat, like ship?

Oh, and the princess cape, please?

Thank you, you're the best!

And get him to get more lace.

And more lace!

Now you try.

[gasping]

What?

Just don't mess up.

[shrieking]

Oh god, what?

-What did you do? -What did I do?

That's a hundred year old fabric James, why?

Why did you give this to me to cut?

This is irreplaceable.

You shouldn't have let me do this!

You guys are the experts!

[laughing]

It's worthless, isn't it?

Yup.

You were going to cry!

Very funny, ladies. Ha!

Hello?

Keith? Back here!

Hey!

Sorry, I know you're busy right now,

but I thought I'd stop by for a minute and bring you these.

That's so sweet! Thank you.

Yeah.

Oh Keith, this is Allie and this is James.

-Hi. -Hey.

Hi Napkin!

-What? -What?

What are you doing here?

Thanks for stopping by.

Do you want to cut this for me?

No.

Are you sure?

Pretty.

You're so good at it!

Not happening.

It's like, I can't believe you've never done it before.

Can't hear you!

It's a very special fabric.

I'm busy shooting photos now.

You're like the best stalker ever.

I prefer fairy godmother of dresses.

I like that.

Yes!

What?

Allie posted a picture of her parents' wedding.

[camera snap]

Can you not do that?

Do what?

[camera snap]

So what's the plan?

I want to surprise Allie with some sort of special touch

for her dress.

She's really proud of her family history and traditions

and I really want to incorporate that into her gown.

If I can match the embroidery,

her mother and Allie will be over the moon.

That's sweet.

Do you do that for all your customers?

More or less, but obviously Allie is my girl.

That's your website?

You know you could do much better.

It functions.

It looks like it's from the 90's.

It's got contact info, that's all that really matters!

People find me through word of mouth anyway.

I'm just saying if you treated your website

like you do your dresses...

What does that mean?

Ow, stop it!

Maybe I like the vintage feel like my Myspace page.

Uh-huh.

What?

Respectful, good communicator, predictable?

Sounds like the most boring guy ever.

Wait... is that flower man?

Stability builds lives.

Still boring. But I'm happy for you.

Thanks for the advice, Jimmy.

You're welcome, Dress Vader.

So are you coming back tomorrow,

or did the crying bride scare you off?

Ha! I love a challenge.

Saving the world one dress at a time...

But we need to talk over creative.

How about a change of scenery? And a drink?

I could really use one after today.

Yeah, sure.

Let me get my purse.

Cheers.

So... you need to let me take photos.

What are you talking about?

I took five photos today during the fittings.

Why didn't you take more?

I was running around for you!

And every time you saw me take a photo,

you sabotaged them by turning away or hiding.

That is not true!

Come on, Amanda.

I can't pay you if you don't let me take

the right photos to nail the account.

Fine!

I'm just a little camera shy.

I appreciated your help today.

I don't know how you do it by yourself.

Coffee and optimism.

So where did you learn to do alterations?

My mother was a seamstress.

I grew up around dresses since I was a kid.

She dreamed of designing her own gowns one day.

Did she?

Life got in the way.

Raising a kid on her own.

Well, I'm sure she's proud of you.

I don't see her as much as I should.

She lives with her sister in Spain.

What about you?

Were you really a wildlife photographer?

Yes, really.

Like sitting still for ten hours in a tree, really.

I couldn't hold it that long.

Well, I left it all for a woman.

A Miss Jimmy Zoom?

Yeah, we shot weddings together.

Until she left me.

I'm sorry.

We never really did anything with the business,

so now I'm trying to expand, get bigger clients.

Sounds like you're doing good.

Well, I'm getting close with Weddings Refined...

The business side is my weakness.

People will throw money at you

when you have talent and confidence.

And I see so much talent with you.

I hope you see it, too.

It's never been about profit.

I hope the photo spread changes that.

I'm not sure that's right for me, anyway.

Well, you don't have to white knuckle your business either.

Who said I was doing that?

Well, you don't have to worry,

I'm not going to let you show up someplace gaudy

like Insta-worthy Weddings.

Oh my god! Did you see the trend they were peddling?

Life size cakes that look like the bride!

Now that's a lot of cake!

Yeah, no kidding...

Okay, this is really cool.

It was a tough shot to catch.

How long did you have to hold it?

Yeah.

This shot...

Do you miss it?

I don't know.

I can always go back, but...

It was lonely and not as fulfilling.

Whoa...

Yeah, it was new and exciting back then.

[phone ringing]

Who is it?

Hi, Marcus.

Yes, I got your letters.

I've just been considering my options.

The lease rates are very high, can we negotiate--

I don't know what's going in across the street.

Well, I'm not Starbucks!

Marcus please, I need more than a week--

[phone hangs up]

Everything okay?

It's nothing.

My dress rankings and favorite designers,

in order of preference.

So, Boho Chic?

Yeah.

I would like to see something more church traditional.

It's on the beach, Mom.

That doesn't change the sanctity of it.

James!

Can you grab the...

What are you looking for material-wise?

Ethereal--

Tasteful.

-Colorful... -Classic.

-and sexy. -Covering.

Mom!

I don't think you know what you want, dear.

I have an idea.

Let me show you something I've been working on.

With a few tweaks, I think we can make it your dream dress.

Okay.

We can do a more conservative dress,

but still form fitting for a sexy feel.

And if you get a flower crown and a bouquet,

then you can add the color you want, Katie.

We can also add an ethereal fabric to the train.

And if it's white, I can mimic that,

but still staying within your budget.

Oh, I want sleeveless.

It's her day.

Thank you.

Imagine her on the beach with long sleeves?

How about this?

I think that your father will love it.

Thank you!

And it's covered, you see?

Mmm-hmm.

[camera snap]

♪ Garage rock

See? You didn't even notice me after awhile.

I just ignored you.

What's the difference?

These animals in the Amazon you photographed.

Were they blind?

I snuck up on plenty of animals.

Sloths? Starfish?

Amanda?

What's wrong?

I need to talk to you.

Dad's condition turned for the worst last night.

Oh, no!

They've scheduled an emergency surgery, but...

The chances of success are slim.

Are there any other options?

No, it's our only shot.

So, I'm sorry...

David and I are going to have a small ceremony tomorrow,

so dad can walk me down the aisle.

Can I borrow a dress?

Yes... no!

What?

I can have yours ready by tomorrow.

Really?

I promise you.

I got you, Allie-poo.

Thank you!

It's okay.

I feel so bad for Allie.

Yeah, me too.

It's going to be an all-nighter.

Well, we're in this together.

What else do you need?

I need you to get some fabric.

I'll text you all the info

and then just send me pictures and I'll confirm?

Got it.

Do you like Chinese?

Yeah, that's my favorite.

♪ Chasing daylight

♪ I feel a change in the air

♪ Something's shifting

♪ Coming alive everywhere

♪ I can't move without moving on ♪

The one in the middle: get five yards.

All right, I got the fabric.

Perfect.

And the food.

Chopsticks?

Fork?

I'm going to get coffee.

You want one?

Yes.

The usual...

Okay.

Hey...

[gasp]

What happened?

I'm going to be working right up until the ceremony.

Hey... you got this.

I'm just tired and rushing and...

You should go home.

No, I'm not going anywhere.

It's just going to be me sewing through the night.

You can't get rid of me that easily, Count Dressula.

Plus, who else is going to keep you

juiced up on coffee and bad jokes?

Just save me a dance.

We can't fail her.

We won't.

Okay, anything I can do?

Yes! Can you pin these ones?

Okay.

[whispering instructions]

Oh! I don't deserve you as a friend.

What?

It's the same flower embroidery as your mom's dress.

Oh...

We'll do the last fixes there.

Where's the ceremony?

Umm... we don't know yet.

We need an event space.

I have a place!

Would a mansion with a courtyard and fountain work?

You have a mansion?

I know a guy.

You are definitely buying a house from me now.

I would never cheat on you.

Oh, by the way, we are officially even

from that time you bailed me out in Ms. Lawson's class.

I will cut your appetizer rights!

Fine.

Hey!

How can I help?

Maybe figure out the music situation?

Sure, no problem.

Okay-- no, I'll ask her.

The chaplain we had booked is unavailable now.

Does anyone know anyone that can officiate?

I can do it!

I'm a licensed officiant.

You? The cynic?

For the business.

You're a life saver.

I know.

Very convenient.

Don't cry!

[anxious excitement]

-I'm getting married! -Yay!

[whispering]

♪ This place is a magic dream we always had ♪

♪ We breathe the harmony that's in our hearts ♪

Thanks.

♪ My love, you're the deepest thing I ever had ♪

We are gathered here today to celebrate love.

[cork popping]

I'm starving.

Yeah, what do we have here?

I don't know.

Those look like...

You're not so bad.

You're the hero.

You two look exhausted.

We were up all night.

You're a seamstress too?

We're working on a project together.

A photo shoot.

Why didn't you tell me?

It's not a big deal.

She's going to be in Weddings Refined.

Wait, what?

My sister loves that magazine!

Oh my god, are you Amanda the famous dressmaker?

Can I get your autograph?

What are you standing around? Come on!

This really isn't my song...

♪ Blaring dance music

Amanda!

I'm okay!

[music stops]

I thought you were coming in later?

[clapping]

I was testing the dress!

Sure.

The bride's a dancer!

She wanted to make sure she could rock out

and not bust a seam.

So you dance too?

Seamstresses will tell you it's fine,

but no one actually does stress tests but me.

Nothing should keep it from being

the best day of their lives.

Well, we better make sure it's the right one then.

What are you waiting for?

Let's bust a seam, Dress-yonce.

[music plays]

That all you got?

I'm just fooling around.

♪ So you feel this dress

♪ It's been a real long day♪

♪ You can't escape that test

♪ But time just ticks away♪

[music stops]

I was going to test the first song...

May I have this dance?

Sure.

♪ Ballad

I liked the fast song better.

You should see me Hammer-time.

[phone ringing]

Hello?

Yeah... that's the best you can do?

Those dresses are one of a kind, they're worth twice that!

Fine. When can I expect payment?

I know some people if you need help.

I'm fine.

You sure?

Yeah.

What?

Do I look awful?

No...

You look spectacular.

Thanks.

Where you going?

Out with Keith.

Well good luck, he seems like a nice guy.

Thanks.

What does Keith do anyway?

Attorney.

So you date attorneys?

Why not?

Well, they disagree for a living.

This is all none of your business.

[front door opens]

-Hey. -Hey!

-Hey buddy! -Hey.

Oh, wow... is that a onesie I'm spotting?

Nice!

Thanks!

Très chic.

So, how's the photo shoot going? You making her famous yet?

She'll tell you.

You two have fun.

You too.

So-- oh yeah, let me...

Thank you.

You're welcome milady.

-Are you okay? -Yeah.

Oh, you didn't have to!

My god, you're so sweet! Thank you.

Enjoy.

Trust me, you're going to love this.

Wow.

This is so weird!

Hey! Aren't you going to take a picture of it?

We can totally tag each other!

I'm not on social media.

What, why not? Not even for your business?

I took a digital detox and just never went back.

You're like a unicorn.

So good...

How's work?

It's fine.

You don't like it?

It's kind of just a job, I guess.

I just do it to make money to do the things that I love.

You know, like having good times with you.

How's the shop?

I pour in long hours into the night

and always go the extra mile.

And get paid very little for my efforts.

And I love it.

I look forward to work every single day.

You're so lucky.

What's your passion?

Well, food.

Oh! And fantasy football.

I love fantasy football.

Do you mind if I finish this?

Oh totally! You can have it.

This is like the best thing ever.

Stock photos.

-Hey! -Good morning.

How was your date?

I had a great time.

Keith is such a gentleman.

You know, he's just so passionate about his hobby

and has a great career.

And he has excellent taste.

He took me to this place that has black ice cream.

Was it good?

That's not the point.

What's the point?

For photos.

But you don't do social media.

Not yet.

I mean, maybe I will.

Who cares?

Can you get me that sparkly fabric

from the storage room, please?

Of course.

Hey, what's this? What's it for?

It's uh... nothing.

Hey! I need to see those pictures, the ones--

Is that dress for you?

It's a special project.

Then why is it hiding in a storage closet?

It's personal.

But it showcases your design talent!

Off limits.

Well, listen:

I looked over the photos last night and frankly, they suck.

They're generic, plain. Obviously that's my fault--

But I haven't stopped you from shooting.

That's not it.

So, then what?

I need to shoot you.

The real you.

I'm serious.

I know more about your clients than I do about you.

I need something honest, with heart.

You're not just the owner of the shop, you're it.

And I need you to let me in if this is going to work.

I have an idea.

Where do you want me?

Here is nice.

Why are you so nervous?

I've never done an interview before.

Here.

Just point and shoot, now ask me a question.

Anything!

I'll answer whatever you want.

Here, take a photo and I'll share something personal.

That way we're even.

[camera snap]

What's your biggest regret?

Letting my divorce hurt me so much.

Is that why you're so cynical about weddings?

I guess.

I'm around happy people all time getting married, so...

But not me.

Sometimes I wonder if I had my one shot and blew it.

Are you happy?

Almost.

[camera snap]

Why did you open your shop?

My heart was broken.

And so I decided that I would do what I wanted,

not what I thought I was supposed to do.

And that led me to open this shop

against everyone's advice.

It didn't make financial sense, still doesn't.

But I'm happy.

You created something out of hardship.

That's beautiful...

Thanks.

[front door opens]

Gotta get back to work.

Yeah, I have to download these.

Hey!

♪ Upbeat guitar pop

♪ So you feel this dress

♪ It's been a real long day

♪ You can't escape that test

♪ The time just ticks away

♪ So you tip your chair back and start to dream ♪

♪ Of a life where you didn't need to be ♪

♪ Locked up in an office

♪ Just put your phone away

♪ And have a good time

♪ Don't listen when they say ♪

♪ You can't stay up all night

♪ Catch it up for just a day ♪

♪ Forget those bills you have today ♪

♪ Let's chase the clouds away ♪

♪ And feel the sunshine

Stand over here right next to it, please.

Excellent.

Nice big smile!

Maybe more natural?

Just be natural!

Come on, Coco Chanel, I'm not making you wink!

I'm trying.

Stay right there.

Back in a minute!

What's taking so long?

Smile, please.

Yes!

There we go.

Yes!

You're a tougher crowd than babies!

All this just to get one smile?

I gotta change before someone sees me.

-Are you sure? -Yes!

-You look adorbs. -No!

Wait, wait!

Don't you dare!

No, put that down!

Put the camera down!

Wow...

[camera snap]

What's wrong?

Do I look flatteringly frustrated?

Yes, dazzlingly disappointed.

This isn't working!

None of these are!

I promised her I would come up with a solution!

Can you stop?

Sorry.

Look, we've had a long day.

Maybe you just need to get out?

Reset creatively.

Let's go, now.

Where?

Have my walk. You coming or not?

Yeah.

Best in the city, am I right?

Coffee?

Hot cocoa!

Wait, you walk by here all the time and you've never been?

I thought you were dating a foodie!

Okay, now we have to try it.

I mean it's not black ice cream, but...

Whatever, I forgive you.

Okay, you were right.

How could you have missed out on this place?

I don't know, I guess I was just too focused on work.

Open your eyes up to what's in front of you for once!

Thanks for the advice, Jimmy.

I'm glad I could culture you.

Stick around me and you'll learn a thing or two.

Hey!

It was hot, I saved your camera hand! You owe me!

Do you need a napkin?

No, napkins are for wimps.

That's what I'm going to do.

I was overthinking it.

Illusion laced sleeves!

The embroidery goes down the back

and reappears near the wrists!

Thank you for being a slob!

Uh... you're welcome?

I'm so tired.

We should go home, I'm exhausted.

I can help with that.

Hop aboard the Jimmy train.

Really?

I'll get you home in one piece.

Okay.

All right, where to?

Okay, I'm falling.

There we go.

I could've carried you the whole way.

Yeah, okay.

You got a little something there.

Thanks.

[car honking]

I should go home.

Yeah, me too...

I had fun.

See you tomorrow?

-Bye. -Bye.

James, what are you doing...

[camera snap]

Hey...

What are you doing here?

Dad is going to be okay.

Oh, that's wonderful!

Thank you guys for making my dress.

Seriously, can I pay you for it?

Your credit is no good here.

Well then, how can I pay you back in indentured servitude?

Let's get to work.

How's the shoot going?

Not bad.

How's James?

He's more helpful than I thought.

Is that all?

It's a professional relationship.

Maybe even a friend now.

He seems nice. Cares--

Ambitious guys like James act interested and then they run.

I know their type...

Plus, I have another date with Keith.

Ah, Mr. Napkin.

You and James seemed to be smiling at each other

quite a bit during the ceremony--

I was grateful for his help.

[front door opens]

Need a hand with anything, ladies?

Nope. What's your type, James?

Could you get us some coffee?

Sure. You got it.

Thanks.

Oww!

Do you want to approve the photos I selected?

I trust you.

What are you doing?

I'm selling it.

Wait, what?

Amanda, if you're having financial problems, I can help.

No, thank you.

I want to help!

For the last time, no.

You can't sell that dress, it's your dress--

Exactly! So I'll do whatever I want with it.

Does Allie know?

No, and she doesn't need to know, okay?

She's got enough on her plate.

Well, I have nothing left to do here today, so...

Oh, so soon?

Pitch is in a day.

Oh, yeah.

Well...

Thank you for your help.

Okay.

I guess I'll go pack up then.

Hey.

Hey, thanks for coming.

Yeah... what's up?

I think Amanda might be in some financial trouble.

She's selling off her dresses

and she just put her own gown up for sale today.

Oh...

I knew something was up.

And I didn't push it

because I was too caught up with my own wedding.

It's not your fault, she won't ask for help.

You think?

I kept on offering, but she turned me down.

Why are you doing this?

She's become a good friend.

Friend, huh?

Yeah.

Do you want a drink or what?

Yeah! Let's change the subject, for sure.

Change the subject? Do you want a drink--

I see why you and Amanda are such good friends.

I understand.

[phone ringing]

Hello?

James, it's Rene from Weddings Refined.

Hi, Rene.

We loved the pictures you sent!

Real homemade feel to them. Unapologetically genuine.

Yeah, it's all her.

We loved them so much

that we showed them to our advertisers

and the terms of our partnership deal have changed!

What do you mean?

Your photos of Amanda and her shop

will now be licensed for ads, clothing tags,

and will be the feature spread for our subsidiary magazine,

Insta-Worthy Weddings!

How does that sound?

James?

Yes, uh... that sounds interesting.

Great! We'll see you Friday.

Okay, yeah...

See you then.

Hey.

Something wrong?

You're scaring me...

Weddings Refined is asking for new terms.

Okay.

They want to license the photos for advertisements, tags,

and use you as their cover story in Insta-Worthy Weddings.

James, you promised!

It wasn't my choice!

Do you want your photos used like that?

This is business!

Sometimes these things happen and you just have to adapt

and we can negotiate!

I'm not sure any deal is right for me now.

Do you want me to cancel the meeting?

No.

Well, what do you want me to do?

Oh come on, Amanda!

Help yourself for once instead of living through your clients!

You know those things go against everything I believe in

and now they're going to plaster my face

on dress tags made in sweatshops?

I saw the letter from your landlord.

You need to be real with yourself.

I don't want the money, James. Not like that.

I thought we were a team.

[front door opens]

What now?

What's up?

Oh, I was just wondering why you lied to me?

I don't know what you're talking--

You're having money issues with the shop?

Did he tell you?

I'm your best friend.

Like I have to hear it from him? You're family to me!

Allie, I'm sorry but this is my responsibility.

Oh, cut it out.

You help others, but we're not allowed to help you?

You don't get to make this a one way street, Amanda.

We love you.

[phone ringing]

Hey.

I told you not to tell Allie!

I couldn't just sit back and do nothing.

I trusted you, I let you in.

We can negotiate!

I'll fight for whatever you want.

I'm not coming.

You have what you need. Good luck.

James!

Why don't you join us?

♪ Upbeat pop music

What's wrong with the house today?

The paint color in the bathroom is weird.

And the cabinets are that awful Americana.

James...

Have you ever considered that maybe you want a home,

not a house?

What do you mean?

For all that ambition you blabber,

I know you're a softie on the inside.

You always linger on the family photos of the owners.

Every single time.

I do not!

Yeah, you do!

And you didn't go back to wildlife photography

after your divorce, did you?

Yeah.

Your lady friend seems cool.

She's seeing that guy.

Oh yeah, she really seemed into him.

Eat till you find your courage.

I read that there's this new Thai fusion restaurant

opening up on the lower east side.

It's got the chef from Butcher Boy

and a mixologist from Turkey, it's--

Hey.

You okay?

It just doesn't feel right between us.

I wanted it to be otherwise, but...

Yeah, I was kind of hoping for something

that wasn't quite there, too.

That was easy!

I had fun though.

Me too!

Okay, well...

I wish you the best, and...

Take care?

You too.

I'm going to head this way.

Okay, I'm gonna go.

Bye.

♪ Slow rock song

Hi.

How did the meeting go?

They loved the photos...

but I didn't take the deal.

Why?

Maybe I don't want to be shooting merchandise

and celebrity weddings.

I'm sorry... don't change.

You're perfect the way you are.

When I got divorced, I kept shooting weddings

and told myself it was to make money,

but I genuinely live for shooting people in love

because it makes the world special.

And I lost that gaze...

until I met you.

Maybe you should try seeing yourself the way others see you.

Do you think I'm too stubborn to ever find love?

No, the right guy will understand you.

How can I be with anyone if I can't even help myself?

What do you mean?

I need to close up the shop.

What?

No, Amanda you've put so much work into this!

It's a flawed business, you said it yourself!

Amanda, all this makes you happy.

Okay, those romantic idealized beliefs you have...

well, they're beautiful!

But it's ignoring reality.

You don't get it!

Your stubbornness inspires me.

It gives us all hope.

I love you, but it doesn't change anything--

No, shut up!

Now say it.

I'm sorry.

No, the other thing.

You were right?

No, the other other thing!

I need help.

Already done.

Hi!

Thank you so much!

What a surprise!

You don't actually know me, but I'm Allie's neighbor.

I just really wanted to come donate my dress for a good cause

and support a local business.

Oh my god, thank you!

Wow...

Give me one second.

Jenny, what are you doing here?

Allie told me.

I want to donate my dress back so you can make

someone else's dreams come true.

Oh my god!

What? No!

You too?

Guys...

Allie!

Thank you.

Come on in guys, let's go.

How can I help you?

I need a small loan to hold me over till business stabilizes.

[phone dialling]

Hi, you've reached James.

Leave a message.

Hey, James...

I'm trying to find you.

Call me back?

Sean?

And now for the part we've all been waiting for.

By the authority vested in me by the state of Washington...

Amanda?

So sorry.

I was calling you and your phone was--

I couldn't, I'm doing a wedding?

Right!

Why don't you just sit down?

As I was saying...

By the authority vested in me by the State of Washington,

I now pronounce you husband and wife!

Kiss the bride.

[clapping]

Excuse me...

So, you house hunting?

Trying to find this guy, James. You know him?

No. What for?

I wanted to thank him for the photos!

I posted them online

and I'm getting all these dress donations.

Now I've got so many to buffer my stock,

I can stay open where I am.

I'm so happy for you.

I know now I was avoiding change.

And uh...

You made me believe in--

[clapping]

That was getting way too heavy...

♪ Upbeat pop music

Hey... I want to show you something.

Ready for my fitting!

Wait... who's going to be our wedding photographer?

Ah, a cynic!

Yup, no alterations needed!