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Nina Sent on 01/16/2024You need to visit the persnickety bride!
There are TOO MANY GOOD THINGS TO SAY about Denise and her team at The Persnickety Bride. I could not have found my dream dress without her incredible selections and her attention to detail throughout the entire process. She does an amazing job of getting to know exactly the styles and accents you want and she NAILS IT every time. Not to mention she's an absolute ball of energy and the best time. If you're in CT, MAKE A VISIT!The Persnickety Bride's reply:
My dear Nina - How much did I love working with you and the family. Seriously you two looked stunning - Will as well of course ;) but you darling looked exquisite. Thank you so much for your kind words they mean a lot to me. Also thank you for including your gorgeous pictures they are unbelievable. Just gorgeous. Love to all of you Say hi to mom and Peggy for me xoxo Denise -
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Alexa Sent on 10/28/2024A huge thank you to the Persnickety Bride!!!
Denise, Celia and the whole team are the best, and I’m so happy we found this gem in Newtown. You can tell they truly care about each bride. My dress and veil were a dream come true, and from the first appointment to the dress pick up / veil shopping, and meeting the designer Dany Tabet after the wedding, the Persnickety team was wonderful. A huge thank you to the Persnickety Bride!!!The Persnickety Bride's reply:
Thank you so much Alexa for your lovely review! It was so nice seeing you at our meet and greet with Dany. You looked so gorgeous in your dress on your wedding day. I know Dany will be posting pictures and so shall will we!! xoxo Denise -
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Alexandra Sent on 07/23/2024Denise and her team were amazing at Persnickety :) I highly recommend Denise and her team to help you find your dream dress!
Denise and her team are top tier! I knew I wanted to go to persnickety since my cousins both went there. They had wonderful experiences and spoke very highly of them. When I arrived I spoke to Denise and her team telling them what I was looking for and they showed me a new Dany Tabet dress and I fell in love! They also picked a veil that looked like it was made for the dress! I highly recommend Denise and her team!The Persnickety Bride's reply:
Ohhhh Alexandra - what an honor it was to work with you and your mother. I couldn't be more blessed to have met your cousins and your Aunt and work with them and then have you and mom come into the shop. The moment you put on your dress I knew - I knew it would be the one. You looked stunning on your wedding day in that gorgeous dress. It is amazing - simply amazing and I can only hope that everyone at your wedding was wowed by it. Thank you so much again with being a Persnickety Bride - I can't thank you enough and are so grateful for the friendship of you, mom, Nicole, Alyssa and your Aunt!! xoxo Denise -
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Brittany Sent on 07/19/2024One stop shopping! The Persnickety Bride was a 5 star experience from start to finish.
Making my appointment was so easy and the try on appointment was so relaxed. Aeryn really listened to what I wanted and she made great suggestions.
The first dress she gave me to try on was absolutely perfect. I tried a bunch of other dresses on afterwards, but the first one was the winner!
Months later, my mom was having trouble finding her Mother of the Bride dress, so we went back to Persnickety and she found her dress that day!
The customer service is amazing, friendly interactions every single time.The Persnickety Bride's reply:
Brittany - Thank you so very much for your lovely review. Aeryn is an awesome stylist (being her mom I brag a lot about her) she is super chill and really listens to our brides and moms. We all try to make locating your dress easy and fun!! We love what we do and we hope it shows!! Can't wait to see pictures of your big day. Thank you and mom for becoming a Persnickety Bride and A Persnickety Mom!!! xoxo Denise -
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Emily Sent on 07/17/2024The Place to Go!
Denise and her team at Persnickety made my dress buying experience easy, fun and so memorable. I was not looking forward to this process, but Denise put my worries behind me and made me feel comfortable, but still so special. She listened to what I was saying and actually picked out my dream dress for me after trying on two dresses! I'm so thankful for them!The Persnickety Bride's reply:
Awwww Emily thank you so much for your lovely testimonial. I always try to make everyones experience fun. Life is too short not to enjoy this moment. I mean really this the one of the one purchases you should be having fun and enjoy the process. Thank you so much for becoming a Persnickety Bride - for enjoying you experience so much and your kind works and friendship xo Denise, Aeryn and Celia -
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Amanda Sent on 06/27/2024Great experience!
I had a great experience getting my wedding dress here. I had gone to many different places (including a very well known spot in NYC...) and thought that I might never find a dress that would suit me. I am petite and it was hard to imagine most of the dresses I tried on, as I was drowning in the fabric (I understand why it is important that the dresses are larger in size to accommodate all brides, but it still made it difficult as a petite 5'1" woman). I felt like I could actually tell what the dresses I tried on at The Persnickety Bride would look like. I had the help of both Celia and Denise during my initial appointment, and then worked with Denise for all the fittings. Overall, I had a great experience and am very happy with my dress!The Persnickety Bride's reply:
Amanda - thank you so much for your lovely testimonial. I have to say that I was absolutely thrilled the way your custom measured Lea Ann Belter dress came out. It looked simply gorgeous on you and I can't wait to see your wedding pictures. If you need anything else please know that we are here for you, mom and the family xoxo Denise & Celia -
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Madison Sent on 04/18/2024The Persnickety Bride
Denise and her team at The Persnickety Bride were absolutely amazing to work with! I had a particular style dress in mind that I was realizing was becoming hard to find in bridal shops. I found The Persnickety Bride when searching online and drove over 2 hours where I met Denise who welcomed me with open arms, she listened to me, gave me advice, we laughed, we made connections and right away I knew she really cared about me and finding my perfect gown. Denise made sure she knew what I was interested in before I even arrived so that I would have over a handful of dresses to try on. I truly felt like a bride in this warm environment and I’m so glad that I came across this shop. I would highly recommend this bridal shop to anyone!The Persnickety Bride's reply:
Awwww Madison - Thank you so much for your lovely testimonial. It was my absolute pleasure to help you find your perfect dress!!! I can't wait to see the pictures of your wedding day! So glad you took the ride from VT!! xoxo Denise -
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Rose Sent on 04/10/2024Second Easiest Yes of My Life
Denise makes you feel so comfortable when you're in her shop. She listens to what styles you like and offers suggestions both similar to what you want and also some different choices to consider. I was DREADING dress shopping, because I was feeling insecure about the process. That feeling instantly went away once Denise started passing me dresses and having me try on different options. The dress I said yes to was actually one that I didn't even originally pick out!The Persnickety Bride's reply:
Ahhh Rose I remember when I put you in that dress. You looked absolutely stunning. You know, I never knew that growing up with my grandmother would actually be such an impact on me starting this business. There is something about talking to a bride and understanding her fear (I mean really getting that this is not only a big deal dress - but all the apprehension that goes with it) then looking at the persons body and getting their style and who they are. It is so important to the process. I am fortunate to be able to really speak to my brides and get what works for them. It is a talent I never knew I had until I got into wedding stationery and then into wedding dresses. I am so fortunate that so many of my brides feel so good about allowing me the opportunity of selecting dresses for them based on what they are moving towards. Your review really warms my heart and I can't thank you so much for your support and the love you had for your experience here. I am a bless women to have such terrific brides. Thank you again so very much - you made my day!! xoxo Denise -
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Michelle Sent on 04/09/2024An Amazing Experience
I had an incredible time at my appointment at the Persnickety Bride and was thrilled with the experience! The level of personal attention, flexibility, and positive energy during my appointment was remarkable. I started my dress-shopping experience with some anxiety, but I was immediately put at ease by Denise and the team. I felt empowered and beautiful every step of the way, and left the shop feeling like I'd spent the afternoon at a friend's house. I would recommend this shop team hesitation to anyone looking for their dream dress! I know my mom has already said that she'd love to return to find her dress for the day!The Persnickety Bride's reply:
Michelle we had such an incredible time with you and mom. I love how our brides understand we want to be "chill" and there for you. That is our goal every step of the way. I know how nerves of trying on dresses and making decisions can be so difficult - that's why we want you to LOVE your dress. We want to show you all the options - sometimes it blows a brides mind but in the end you find what truly speaks to you as your dress. Thank you for becoming a Persnickety Bride - you know I want to get my hands on mom (in a good way of course LOL) but I love dressing moms - it's my thing because I want them to feel as beautiful as you feel in your dress ! Thank you again - love all of us - Denise, Aeryn, Celia xoxo -
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Jamie Sent on 10/12/2023The best experience!
The Persnickety Bride could not have been more helpful in the wedding gown process. The try-on experience was highly personalized and individual. Denise understood exactly what I was looking for and introduced me to a designer I love - Dany Tabet. She helped direct me to a wonderful tailor nearby and is now helping me with gown preservation. Highly recommend The Persnickety Bride for all things bridal - they make everything so fun and enjoyable!The Persnickety Bride's reply:
My darling Jamie who we adore!! One of my first Dany Tabet brides (you are the first of many to follow) we loved working with you and you looked so stunning on your wedding day I can't wait to put your pictures in our reail bride section!!! Love Love Love - such a joyous bride - such a wonderful time! xoxo Denise -
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Marisa Sent on 08/16/2023I felt like family!
Look no further than The Persnickety Bride ladies! Denise and her team are top notch... Denise is spunky, fun, and loving; I felt like family from the moment I walked in the door. Both of my dress experiences were seamless in the salon. Yes, I said BOTH. I bought a dress (which I loved and thought was beautiful) but second guessed it for a solid two weeks after purchasing. Eventually, I told myself this is a common bride feeling and it will pass. Fast forward two months and I am sitting at my friends wedding.... she walks down the aisle in the same beautiful dress I recently purchased. I knew this was my sign, the dress was not meant to be mine. I reached out to Denise (in a panic) and explained the situation.. I ended up in the salon three days later in another dress I loved. Which I now know today was meant for me. Denise made me feel confident, beautiful and reduced my stress level significantly. We ended up making tik tok's and laughing for two hours after I bought the second dress. Denise worked with the manufacturer for me so there was no crazy additional costs to restock the first dress (it hadn't shipped yet). The Persnickety Bride has such a magical selection of dresses, there is something for everyone. Not only will you most likely walk out of the store purchasing a gown, I promise you will leave with many laughs and memories for life. I can not recommend The Persnickety Bride Team and Denise enough. Love you guys! THANK YOU SO MUCH. Forever a Persnickety bride!The Persnickety Bride's reply:
Marisa - we are family! All my brides become my extended family - that was my goal when I started this shop. I wanted to provide a joyous experience for women - brides and mothers.
This is what a bridal experience should feel like - you are meeting with your favorite fun, joyous "aunt" and she is putting you in beautiful dresses. Some call me Mama Denise, but most will tell you they felt like they were family. That's exactly what you should feel like - at home. What I did for you was easy thanks to my manufacturer. The dress not having been delivered yet - we were able to get it put back into inventory and get you your second dress. No one should have to walk down the aisle in a dress that their bestie wore at her wedding. I had no idea both of you were friends and both of you bought the same dress. Now that was pretty darn crazy. In the end - we made it all work out - you felt gorgeous in your second dress - I made you a happy camper along with my manufacturer and all is good in the world. When we can do it we certainly go the second and third and forth mile to make things right!! Love you darling and thank you for your lovely review xoxo D -
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Chelsea Sent on 07/08/2023Best shopping experience!
Denise & her daughter run the most wonderful salon that I would highly recommend visiting! They listened to my rambling preferences and pulled all dresses that fit the look i was going for perfectly. I never felt like they were pushing a sale or rushing me and ended up with a gorgeous Justin Alexander gown and scallop beaded veil. Wish I needed another dress so i could go back! Thank you both for making the experience wonderful and memorable. xo (Wedding day photo from Morgan Taylor)The Persnickety Bride's reply:
Dear Chelsea - OMG we had the best time with you and I love how you customized the dress to completely suit your style - it is so gorgeous on you. Thank you for your lovely review. We work very hard to make all our clients happy and feel the love we have foe our clients. Thanks so much again for becoming a Persnickety Bride and for such a lovely view! xoxo Denise , Aeryn, Celia and Emily! -
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Carolina Sent on 05/29/2023My experience with The Persnickety Bride was amazing!
My experience with The Persnickety Bride was amazing! I loved Denise and her team, they're all extremely kind, flexible, and professional. You can really tell they love what they do, and are passionate to help you find the perfect dress for you. 100% recommend!The Persnickety Bride's reply:
Thank you so much Carolina - your wedding pictures are beautiful and I hope you send several of them to us so we can have you on our "real brides" section of our website. xo Best, Denise -
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Rachel Sent on 12/11/2022personal, memorable, successful
I came to this store recently with all of my ladies to find my wedding dress! I was met with quality service, a welcoming environment and an impressive selection. The mother-daughter, family dynamic made me feel comfortable immediately during the "wedding dress" process that, let's be realistic, can be a little stressful. Denise helped me to come to a decision for myself (while also considering the opinions and views of my mother and bridal party), but mostly for myself, the dress that was meant for me. When something about one dress wasn't quite what I was looking for they quickly found me something in alignment with my vision and budget. I felt so supported, and both of these ladies helped me feel comfortable and confident making a decision on a dress that reflects my personality and compliments me in all the right ways. I left feeling like a part of the Persnickety Bride family, and they sent me off with gift bag and group photo. I can't say thank you enough, truly! 10/10 would recommend.The Persnickety Bride's reply:
Dear Rachel - Thank you for the lovely review! I did have a fabulous time with you and enjoyed the company of your entire bridal tribe. You found your vision in your dress and nothing makes me happier than seeing happy tears and a relaxed bride. So so happy and WELCOME to the Family!! xoxo Denise, Aeryn and Emily -
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Julia Sent on 11/30/2022HIGHLY recommend being Persnickety!
Denise was a DREAM to work with. She was high-energy, and she was great at helping translate my not-so-clear vision into a real dress! I went to 3 bridal shops, and she put me in 2 of my top 3 dresses. She made the appointment fun, and she definitely understood what I was looking for. I sent my fiancee to Persnickety to get her dress too, and we are BOTH Persnickety Brides!The Persnickety Bride's reply:
Julia - Thank you so so much for your lovely review. God I had a blast working with you. I know how overwhelming it can be to find a dress. My one job which I take very seriously is listening to my brides and working through the inventory in my mind to find the dresses you are going to appreciate and love. The fact that you were so open to try on different dresses - really makes the collaboration of bride and stylist so easy! I can not wait to see your pictures with Lisa - you both are going to look so beautiful. You know if you need anything else please let us know. Thank you for becoming part of The Persnickety Bride family!! xoxo Denise -
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Jessica Sent on 10/29/2022Denise and her team are amazing!
I went to Persnickety by recommendation of someone else who got their wedding dress there and I was not disappointed! Denise has a wide variety of selection for dresses and has a knack for recommending what will work best based on what you want, your body and your price range. She also has such a wonderful energy to her. My mom and I were cracking up the entire time we were there, we were excited to go back for fittings! My mom even went for MOB dress shopping there too - we loved her selection of those so much too that she ended up buying 2 dresses haha! Her and her team are immensely helpful, know their stuff and really make the experience an enjoyable time!The Persnickety Bride's reply:
OMG Jessica - Thank you so much for this lovely review!!! I so so need these pictures on my website!!! You looked stunning on your wedding day (so does hubby) - Love the picture of you and mom. We had such a great time. Please be sure to send pictures so that we can get them up on the website under real brides!!! xoxo Denise -
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Victoria Sent on 10/18/2022Amazing selection
Denise and her team are amazing! I knew I always wanted a sleeved dress, but I was worried about being able to find the exact one. Persnickety had THE perfect dress for me. Their selection is unparalleled. I truly believe you can find any style dress you're looking for here. They are super thorough and helpful. I couldn't picture my dress experience any other way. Thanks Persnickety!The Persnickety Bride's reply:
Awww Victoria - thank you so much for your awesome review. My staff and I try really had to make every visit wonderful for our brides. You should have lots of love (and excellent dresses ) showered on you when you are shopping for "the one"... Congrats again on becoming a Persnickety Bride!! Can't wait to see the pictures! xoxo Denise -
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Emily Sent on 10/03/2022Supportive, Helpful and wide collection of gowns!
I couldn't be happier with my bridal experience at Persnickety! Denise and her team held multiple appts for me and my family in their salon. Denise was patient as I tried on different styles of gowns and helped me narrow down what I felt the most beautiful and confident in. Throughout the process I truly appreciated Denise's suggestions and her honesty as I tried to figure out the style and silhouette that I wanted. What I also loved about my Persnickety process is that these ladies also helped me pick out my bridal accessories that matched best with my gown - I picked out my veil and hair jewelry here as well! Highly recommend checking out The Persnickety Bride not only due to their wide collection of gowns, but the help and support you receive here is unmatched elsewhere!! Thank you Persnickety (:The Persnickety Bride's reply:
Awww Emily - you were an absolute joy to work with here at the Persnickety Bride. We had a ton of laughs and you did work through a number of silhouettes to find "The ONE" and OMG you looked absolutely beautiful on your wedding day. The custom hair piece from our milliner was perfect. It looked so gorgeous in your hair. I'm very pleased we went that way. I can't wait to post it on our Real Brides section of the website. Thank you so much for your friendship, laughter and joy. You are the best and you know I absolutely loved working with you!!! xoxo Love Denise and the ladies at The Persnickety Bride -
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Jennifer Sent on 09/25/2022Be the most important bride!
The Persnickety Bride is fantastic! Denise was absolutely wonderful; she made me feel like the most important bride in the world while shopping for my dress! Other salons made me feel rushed or like I was just another client, but Denise made sure to really figure out what I was looking for. Great dress selection, wonderful salon, fantastic staff. Highly recommend!The Persnickety Bride's reply:
Dear Jennifer -- thank you so much for your lovely testimonial. A meeting with you and your family for a wedding dress should be an appointment where our most important job is insuring that we go on that treasure hunt with you for your perfect wedding dress. That is the joy of the process. I believe all our brides who become our brides understand that we take this process very seriously. Everyone will have their time in our shop. If we run a little over time with one bride - the next bride will have the same courtesy. We know we have a beautiful selection of dresses and it is by the process of listening to our brides - that is how we learn what they are exactly looking for in their dream dress. Again - thank you for your review it really touched my heart and what we look to always achieve here at The Persnickety Bride!! xoxo Denise -
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Sabrina Sent on 03/27/2022The Persnickety Bride is FABULOUS!
Denise at the Persnickety Bride is an absolute GEM! She is bubbly, she is vivacious, and she is passionate about finding you the best gown to fit your figure and personality. I tried on about 10 gowns and then found The Dress, and she was as excited as my Mom and I when we found it. The shop feels intimate and we were the only people in the shop for our appointment. Additionally, I wanted to try and find the same lace from my dress to make my veil and Denise and her assistant Emily followed up multiple times with the vendor to source these and get pricing for different options. I didn't end up going that route for my veil but I really appreciated their prompt responses and help following up. I'd highly recommend Denise and her beautiful store if you're looking for a personal and relaxed experience shopping for your gown. I also wanted to thank Denise for her approach and body positivity vibes! I was anxious about finding a dress that would feel like "me" and that I wouldn't feel self conscious in, and honey let me tell you, Denise is 1000% supportive and positive for you. I really appreciated that and she made the appointment so fun. Thank you Denise!!The Persnickety Bride's reply:
OK Sabrina - you just made me tear up!! You are a beautiful young lady and what makes me so annoyed in the bridal business is that instead of making everyone feel beautiful - including all our gorgeous curvy girls - some shops don't carry sizes to be able to serve curvy brides. I am all about having each and every bride and mom look and feel their most beautiful self on that special wedding day. We look at the bride. We listen to the bride. We look at the brides shape. Then we search for the dresses that will make her feel beautiful, confident and comfortable! That is my promise to my girls we will always do our due diligence to help you find the dress of your dreams and mom to find her dress. Thank you for your lovely, sweet and heartfelt review. Seriously it makes me realize why I love what I do!! I look forward to seeing you and mom again soon! xoxo Love Denise -
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Brittany Sent on 02/10/2022The best experience!
Truly an amazing experience from start to finish. It is a small shop (in size, but not dress stock!!) so you get a really personal boutique experience. Their price ranges were very reasonable for my budget and, very importantly for me, the experience was fun, positive, encouraging and NO pressure or hard sales tactics. I knew going in I was going to sleep on the decision regardless and ended up going back another day to make the purchase. They are a dream to work with and helped me make a custom change to my dress that turned out beautifully. They made sure my request was super clearly documented for the designer.
Highly recommend putting this shop on your list when you’re looking for a dress!The Persnickety Bride's reply:
Dear Brittany - I was so thrilled to put your dress on you yesterday. Now I have to admit I did forget that it was your back that we moved up. So I too was pleasantly surprised because we do enough customs that I sometime forget who's dress I do the custom on. It looks absolutely beautiful on you. It was perfect. I am so thrilled the way it came out and taking a picture helps me show brides how this can look when we do a custom higher back on that dress. Thank you so much for the lovely review and for becoming a Persnickety Bride. If you need anything else please let me know. xoxo Denise -
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Rebecca Sent on 10/21/2021Go see Denise for your perfect dress!
I found Denise at the Persnickety Bride after trying on over 90 dresses, being exhausted and defeated from dress shopping, and very clearly having no idea what I wanted. Denise and her staff chatted with myself and my MOH, pulled a few dresses, saw me in the first one and then had a burst of inspiration. Denise and her staff pulled a GORGEOUS Signature by Justin Alexander gown for me that I would have never picked for myself. It was the first time after over 90 dresses I felt like a bride (and was content in a white dress, I wanted a black one!).
After going back on Sunday with my mom to order the dress, in typical fashion, I changed my mind Monday morning! I called Denise in a tizzy and showed her a brand new Signature by Justin Alexander that was online and of course didn’t even have samples available yet. Denise called the designer, had the designers one and only sample shipped over just for me to try on two days later, and it was my perfect dress! I received so many compliments on my dress and truly, without Denise and her staff I don’t think I would have ever found it! If you want an amazing experience with a bridal boutique that will listen to you and help you find the perfect dress, go see Momma Denise at The Persnickety Bride!!!The Persnickety Bride's reply:
Becca -Awwww aren't you the sweetest!!! BTW - LOVED your WEDDING pictures we have to feature them on our site - honestly they were awesome. I actually just got our sample of your dress in the shop this week. Like I explain to all my brides, If i can get it for you and it is in our collection, we will work on bringing in what you want to try on. Our goal here is to make our brides feel loved, important, listened to and that we find the style and fit for every one of our brides. Many say I have "the patience of a saint" - well perhaps that is true - but I do believe that every bride deserves to be heard and to try on enough things to be sure that they love their dress. I am proud to have you as Persnickety Bride and also so happy that most of all you are in love with the dress you are going to start your new family in on your wedding day - Much love - Denise -
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Susan Sent on 10/14/2021Perfect experience
I cannot say enough about The Persnickety Bride and the owner Denise! Wonderful Wonderful Wonderful!! I am the mother of the groom and there was a last minute change in what I thought I would be wearing for my son's wedding. (and I mean last minute, 3 weeks to go!) I called Denise in a panic and she was fully booked that day, but she was kind enough to open the store early for me so that I could try things on! She has a gorgeous (not matronly looking) selection. She is patient, funny and honest! She will not tell you you look fabulous if you don't. She's not trying to make the sale. She wants her MOB, MOG and Brides to look and feel their best! I chose the Montage by Mon Cheri Jumpsuit and received so many compliments! I felt amazing and comfortable! Thank you so much to Denise and her wonderful assistant!The Persnickety Bride's reply:
Susan - thanks so much for the awesome review. I knew when you put that elegant jumpsuit on it was going to work perfectly for you. The initial pictures from the wedding proved that it was the perfect outfit for the wedding. So happy we were able to get it for you tout suite! Can't wait to see the photographers pictures! Best,
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Caroline Sent on 08/08/2021The Only Bridal Salon You will Need
On 8/7/21 I went to the Persnickety Bride to begin my wedding dress search. I traveled over 4 hours from northern New Hampshire to come to this store because of the phenomenal reviews on The Knot. This was one of the best wedding-related decisions I have made thus far! The five top reasons I loved this bridal salon: 1) Denise is enthusiastic, knowledgeable, a fantastic listener, and a skilled stylist. 2) She worked within my budget. 3) She had me try on several different dresses styles, which allowed me to experiment with different fabrics, cuts, and other details. 4) The experience was personalized, intimate, and comfortable. 5) The store itself was clean, well organized, and had plenty of inventory to select from! I did NOT plan on purchasing my dress on the first day of wedding dress shopping. I typically don't make quick decisions, and I like to think about big purchases. I had selected two other bridal salons in southern CT to visit that day, as well, under the assumption I would keep looking. That was just not necessary! Before meeting with Denise, she sent me a link where I could "favorite" several dresses in my price-point. This allowed me to show her what I was looking for, but also get an idea of what I could expect to find within my budget. She selected dresses from this list as well as others she thought I would like. I wasn't entirely sure what style I wanted, and so it was helpful to have a stylist that could envision what the dress looks like. Each dress she selected had qualities and characteristics I loved. As I tried on each dress, she talked with me to understand what I liked and what I disliked about them. She was able to narrow down my style and eliminate/add elements of the dresses I loved. At other salons I went to, I was inundated with trying too many dresses. One salon had put me in dresses that all greatly exceeded my budget. Wedding dresses are naturally beautiful, and so it can be difficult to decide between gorgeous dresses. At the Persnickety Bride, Denise gave me several well-thought-out options to start with. She had me try on a decent selection, but just the right amount so they didn't all blur together. I didn't feel rushed, or that I was trying to repetitive dresses. Each style was different enough that I could reflect on the overall look and consider it as a unique option. My one recommendation is this: Be open to trying on different styles. Before shopping, my only criteria was that I wanted a dress with sleeves or some semblance of sleeves. As I tried on dresses, Denise's daughter found a gorgeous strapless dress for me to try on. Looking at it on the hanger, it had every quality I loved about the dresses I tried on. There you go. That was the dress. I knew as soon as I stepped into it that it was coming home with me that day! Denise (and her daughter!) has a vision. Because she LISTENS to you and understands you, she's able to make phenomenal selections. In the end, that's what made it a great experience. Everyone wants to feel heard, and especially brides trying to find the perfect dress for their day. I just did not know much about wedding dresses. Denise listened to what I liked and didn't like. I felt like in the short time I spent with her, she began to understand my personality. As a result, I walked away with a gorgeous dress that I ADORE well within my budget. My one piece of advice for brides: START your wedding dress shopping experience here. You won't regret it!The Persnickety Bride's reply:
Dear Caroline - thank you so very much for your beautiful testimonial. Everything you said is exactly what I want to achieve in each and every appointment. You were very thoughtful in each and every dress you tried on. I love when a bride "takes in the dress" and thinks through each dress she tries on. I feel when people really think about a dress they can usually visualize and get the idea of what they should feel like in their wedding dress. I also thank you for expressing your experience in other shops. We believe we are a very different group and one that tries every day to make everyone's experience wonderful!!! xoxo Denise, Aeryn and Emily -
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Christina Sent on 07/27/2021Don't shop anywhere else!
If you like a personalized experience with someone who genuinely cares about you and your big day, The Persnickety Bride is the place to visit. From the moment I met Denise over FaceTime, I knew she would help me find my dress. Mask mandates were still in place at the time, so Denise made the time to call me personally the day before my appointment so we could meet and see each other’s faces. This virtual meeting left me with a great first impression. She asked about me and my husband-to-be, as well as our love story. We connected immediately! Prior to our call, Denise sent me a look book so I could “like” dresses in advance - this helped her to know what I liked going into the appointment. When I arrived to the appointment, Denise was just as energetic and excited as she was over the phone. She was ready with the dresses I liked and then gave me honest and caring feedback when I tried them on. She also gave me suggestions for other dresses I may not have originally considered. She took the time and actually listened to me as I tried on dresses. Just before this appointment, I went to another larger shop, and while they were very nice, I left there feeling unheard, sad, and overwhelmed. I actually had to walk outside for fresh air, which is unlike me and not how I imagined dress shopping would go! Going to see Denise afterwards turned my whole day and dress shopping experience around. We laughed and smiled so much - she was truly a dream to work with. I was nervous that my wedding date was not far away, but Denise made sure I found a dress that would arrive in time - and it arrived in LESS THAN A MONTH! After the appointment, Denise was a great communicator and also helped me with seamstress recommendations. I also went back closer to the wedding date to purchase a GORGEOUS hair clip and earrings that were the perfect compliments to my dress. On the day of the wedding and whenever I share photos, everyone says the dress was made for me and was stunning. I am blessed to have found Denise to help me find the perfect dress! Even after the wedding, Denise has shown care and interest in me, which is a testament to her wonderful character. She truly cares about her brides and their stories, and is not just trying to make a sale. It is because of Denise that I looked and felt so beautiful on the most important day of my life. I can’t say enough good things about her and the shop. Highly recommend!!!!The Persnickety Bride's reply:
Dear Christina, Thank you so much for the beautiful testimonial above. My brides are so very important to my work and my heart. This pandemic has been so hard on everyone and I feel as though if I can lighten the load and bring the best product, services and value to my clients every day I have reached my goal. My brides are now part of the family - and I love following and keeping up with the lives they are creating with their spouse! xoxo Love Denise, Emily and Aeryn
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