This week’s Vendor Spotlight is on The White Dress By The Shore; a bridal boutique offering exceptional service and known for creating a truly unique experience.

1. How did your business come to be?

I opened the boutique out of a sincere desire to provide brides with an exceptional shopping experience.  The designers that I select are unique and generally classic.  They are all of one hand and taste level, as if they were all designed with one bride in mind.  Our target bride wants to be timeless, classic and unforgettable.  She is looking for a classic bride with a fashion twist.

2. What are the services you offer?

We offer chic couture for brides, mothers, and maids and alterations services for brides who purchase their gowns through us all in the quaint atmosphere of an antique home.

We also offer private shopping experiences:

White Carpet Appointment- This is a 3 hour appointment that takes place when he boutique is typically closed, so the bride and her guests have the space to themselves.  We offer champagne and  sweet or savory treats while the party shops and a photographer is on hand to capture every memory.

Bridesmaid Soiree- This 2 hours private appointment takes place in our bridesmaid atelier.  The Bride and her maid enjoy mimosas and cupcakes while they work with a stylist to put together the perfect collection of colors and silhouettes to compliment the bride’s gown.

Through our sister company, Beth Chapman Styling, we also offer day of wedding dressing service.

3. Where are you located?

104 East Main St. | Clinton, CT 06413

4. How far in advance do you recommend clients to book?  

We recommend booking an appointment 2 weeks in advance.

5. What is one piece of advice you always give to brides?

Select a gown that is reflective of your own personal style.  Also, when shopping for your gown try to limit your guests to 1-2 people who understand your personal style and the aesthetic of your wedding.  Too many opinions can be detrimental to the decision making process and can ruin your experience.

Photo Credit: Carla Ten Eyck

Classic navy doesn’t just mean nautical; this popular hue adds regal elegance to any design.

Embellished collar glams up this timeless Donna Morgan Bridesmaids silhouette while a navy two-piece bridesmaid dress by Hayley Paige is on trend for the modern bride. Both available at The White Dress By The Shore.

Make a statement with these art deco inspired earrings in rich blue hues available at Long’s Jewelers.

Farrissey Floral Design creates creamy white bouquets featuring pops of navy to match the bridesmaid gowns. Photographed by Karen Kelly Photography.

Event lounge from Reserve Modern Event Rental in poolside hues is perfect for a summer soiree. Event Design by Janie Haas Events. Photographed by Lea St. Germain.

Add a pop of color to your place setting with this ocean-hued wine glass from Rhode Island Rentals.

Gold-trimmed navy escort cards against sheer window-pane linens from Table Toppers are the epitome of nautical elegance. Event design by Jodi Raphael Events. Photography by Schippert + Martin Photography.

Complete your summer place setting with navy and white ceramics made in Tuscany. Available at Giardini Di Sole.

Regal meets whimsy with this flower girl dress by Nicki Macfarlane. Available at A Little Something White.

Sapphire and diamond ring set in platinum by JB Star is a stunning “something blue” available at Long’s Jewelers.

Rich navy paper paired with a seashell motif exudes Cape Cod style. Designed by The Pink Polka Dot and photographed by KML Photography.

Reclaimed wooden design elements are softened with lush summer greens, creamy white bouquets with pops of periwinkle, and a furry companion.

The vision was an intimate wedding along the Marstons Mills river edge, inspired by a Dory rowboat that was handcrafted by a local Cape Cod craftsman. “I am fortunate every day to walk out my back door and be inspired by the moving Marstons Mills river, lush trees, grapevine, and other natural flora indigenous to Cape Cod. The stone walls and antique buildings inspire me to follow my love for everything natural, vintage, and rustic,” Karen Taddei of Lilacs Florals described. A garland of textural garden flowers lined the rustic picnic table from Be Our Guest. French round back chairs and ivory place settings added a touch of modern refinement to the table design. Over in the lounge area, a weathered door was placed upon a wrought iron base to serve as the table where sugary confections fromArtisan Bake Shop could be enjoyed. Donning ethereal gowns from A Little Something White, the bridal party cozied up with Ted the Golden Retriever on an antique sofa and watched the sunset.

Ranging in intensity from soft to vibrant posh peach hues evoke a passion for the warmer seasons.

Palate pleaser of shrimp cocktail and savory mini sandwiches from Festivities are perfect for any soiree.

Cheers from Russell Morin’s Catering and Events! Refreshing cocktails photographed by Sara Zarella.

Elegant script dances upon this whimsical invitation by Paper & Pearl.

Adorn your neck with a twinkling rose gold necklace by Haute Bride, available at A Little Something White.

Peach chiffon Donna Morgan bridesmaid gown embodies a bohemian vibe. Available at The White Dress By The Shore.

Personal cake crafted by The Catered Affair is the sweetest petite treat. Photographed by Corinna Raznikov.

Bountiful bouquets by Flowers By Semia add texture to a shimmering bridal party. Photographed by Erin McGinn.

The Catered Affair serves up classic New England fare on the trendiest of dishes from Be Our Guest. Photographed by Corinna Raznikov.

Poppies and peach harmonize to create a fresh bouquet by Poppy Floral. Photographed by Lindsey Orton.

Real, luscious peaches serve as escort card holders as thought of by the talented team at Jubilee Events. Photographed by Carla Ten Eyck. Escort card by Cece NYC.

Shimmering peach chiffon gown by Kelly Faetanini exudes summer luxury. Available at A Little Something White.