Critics and fans generally viewed this episode as a solid "setup" episode. While it relied heavily on the atmosphere of the fashion show, the "fingerbone" reveal is often cited by fans on platforms like Reddit as one of the show's more memorable and creepy "A" stunts. The episode is praised for its tension-building but occasionally criticized for the "filler" feel of Aria's subplot with Riley.
: Struggles with the aftermath of discovering Ezra’s secret book, finding solace in a brief connection with a new character, Riley. [S4E23] Unbridled
: In a macabre twist typical of the show, Spencer discovers fingerbones sewn into the corset of her wedding dress—a clear message from "A" that the stakes are higher than ever. Critics and fans generally viewed this episode as
: Their relationship hits a major breaking point after Paige betrays Emily’s trust by going to the police about Alison being alive. Critical Reception : Struggles with the aftermath of discovering Ezra’s
: The core of the episode revolves around Mrs. DiLaurentis’s charity bridal fashion show. The Liars participate as models, using the event to get closer to Jessica DiLaurentis, whom they suspect of being "A" or at least knowing who "A" is.