Bridal Imposter Syndrome

Reckoning bridal culture with reality

Most brides, when they get engaged, accept the baton gracefully. They grew up rehearsing their wedding with stuffed animals lining their pretend aisle as they processed to their happily-ever-after. I grew up imagining I was a heroine in an apocalyptic society who was crucially needed to save humanity. Unfortunately, there aren't many weddings in the apo…