Gilded Social Bride

Stephanie Smiley

Gilded Social Bride
The Story

The Story

The Smiley’s had been shopping with us for years, so when Cindy told me that Steph had been dreaming about this one discontinued Haley Page dress I knew I had to get it for her.
I called in a favor and was able to order the dress brand new for Stephanie. All we did was take measurements and press order. Easy. little that I know that that was going to be just the beginning of this dress journey.
At the start of alterations Stephanie confessed that the dress didn’t feel like the same dress that she had been dreaming about for a decade. Something wasn’t right with the bodice
so we bought another one of the same dress on Poshmark just to cut it up to add additional detail But We also discovered that the Poshmark dress was missing a layer that Steph’s dress had and she liked that more!
honestly I don’t even know what it took for Mary Ellen to do it, but I know that this bodice had seven layers and she magically made it 6.
Finally we had to tackle Stephanie’s bust situation. Tape was just not helping her. But we had gotten in our brand new Booba’s and I realized that a little bit a lift from underneath was going to give Stephanie the perfect curve she was looking for!
Stephanie‘s Haley Paige obsession led her to purchasing She is Cheval rhinestone boots to wear on her big day so I had asked Hayley if she would be willing to draw Stephanie in her dress and boots. I got to present the drawing to her on her wedding day, and it was one of the most magical Gilded Social moments ever. There wasn’t a dry eye in the house.
Stephanie went on to be the most beautiful Haley Paige bride there ever was and ever since she has become one of Gilded Social‘s biggest fans and supporters
Stephanie thank you so much for trusting me to get this look for your. in my heart of hearts. I truly believe we were the only ones who could’ve gotten it done

The Look

The Look

Dress

Custom Lorelei by Hayley Paige

 

Veil

Cathedral Length Sparkle Tulle Veil by Thanks & Goodluck

The Vendors

PHOTOGRAPHER

Hailey Lauren Photography

COORDINATION AND RENTALS

Lavender Haze Wedding Co.

FLORALS

Flocal Co. Floral Studio

VENUE

Retreat 21

VIDEOGRAPHY

Farmbrook Media

The Prep

The Review

"Gilded Social is an absolute must for all brides! All body sizes and shapes are welcome here! Tayna (owner) will take such great care of you and truly knows the bridal industry. She will not try to upsell you and genuinely wants you to have the most magical day possible. It truly is the most personal bridal experience in Ohio.

I got married in May of 2024 and used Gilded Social for my dream dress and veil. Tanya was able to special order my gown due to her immense connections within the bridal industry. Getting measured was easy, she took the time to walk through all the options such as split sizing and what would work best for my body type, as well as making me feel comfortable. She made sure I understood the delivery timeline and alteration timeline, allowing everything to come in with plenty of time.

Tanya has treated me as family throughout this entire process! She hosts dinner parties at her house for Gilded brides and is genuine through and through. She even offered to come to my wedding the day of to make sure everything was steamed and fitting just right for my big day! My dress and wedding were a journey she truly cared about, and she even surprised me with the most incredible gift on my big day! I seriously recommend giving Gilded Social a try as you will not be disappointed with the service and passion you receive."

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