Hiring Marisa was one of the smartest recent decisions I've made. I wanted clear instructions: what…read moreto keep in my closet, what to donate, and how to assemble outfits. She more than delivered, helping me to see possibility where I saw none; today, after wearing a blazer that I was ready to toss, I knew I had to post this. Rather than spend a ton of money and resources on resupplying my closet, she helped me to reimagine what I currently own. She has a fantastic eye and is a ton of fun to work with. 10/10 experience. Thank you, Marisa (and, yes, we have the same name, but this isn't Marisa rating herself!)

I had been wanting to hire a personal stylist for the better part of 10 years, but I felt so…read moreintimidated by the whole process. I am so glad that I got over that fear and hired Marisa. From the initial consultation in which she came to my house to decide what to keep/donate to the 3-hour shopping trip (and a second trip the following season), Marisa was professional, encouraging, informative and friendly. I immediately felt comfortable with her and felt like she listened to me. She pulled items I would never have pulled for myself, and it gave me a whole new level of confidence. I wear at least 1-2 items from our shopping trips daily, and I frequently receive compliments from family and friends. I will definitely be hiring Marisa in the future when I am ready for a wardrobe refresh. I cannot recommend her enough!

Emmi is the only men's image consultant who is frugal and brutally honest. No BS from her. She…read morespeaks fluent Man-ese and has rabid fans. Emmi is also highly-valued by my wife, since any questionable style choices by yours truly end up being adjudicated by Emmi usually not in my favor. Not sure if it is due to my lack of sense of style or those two colluding. In either case, no black belt with brown shoes for me.

Emmi has several unique gifts…read more 1) she is extremely talented in listening to her clients and figuring out what they are looking for. She takes careful notes and is very perceptive to your needs. She has the ability to figure out what it is you need/want but that you can not your self express. 2) She has a true fashion sense of what looks good on you and where to find it at a reasonable price. She also has a great personality, she is a lot of fun to work with, very open and will listen to you when you say 'I don't think this look is going to work'. What amazed me the most is the stores we went into. Stores where I would usually not shop, not because of price, but simply because I did not feel that would have anything for me. I highly recommend her services. If you have any question on your style of dress, or looks, do not hesitate to at least give her a call. Her services are VERY reasonably priced and well worth it..

I was schooled by a master(to be kind). I received the gift of Swagger And Glide from my co…read moreworkers. I think I dress pretty well, btw. Its not hard really: Black, blue, tan and gray pants and you match with a blue, white or stripe shirt and then match that with a sports jacket As it turns out, it may be harder than I thought. Soojin first talks about your body type as well as what you like and how you dress. Then she tears through your closet retiring your out of date clothes. She also teaches you how clothes should fit. Most tailors do not know this info or do not seem to apply it properly. Perhaps the best part is the different combinations of existing clothes you will never think of wearing. I am wearing a blue corduroy jacket(bought it for $20 in a consignment shop) along with a brown sweater and tie I never wear. Gray pants and brown shows complete the look And I look damn good... So will any wardrobe impaired male....

Soojin is amazing. Such a great personality!…read more I gave her service to my fiance as a birthday gift and it was a huge hit. If you are a guy looking for a gift that is different and will have everyone in your girl's life saying "You have a personal shopper???" then get in touch with Soojin. I don't know much about fashion but my fiance says Soojin did a GREAT job picking out clothes that she likes and at a great price

Hire Geraldine! You will be so glad you did! I am so glad I did! I can't wait to hire her and…read moreshop with her again! Geraldine and her staff helped me shop for my outfits for a big event. They met me in person for a consultation first. She was so easy to talk to and really took time to understand me and listen to my perspective and see my style. Then on our scheduled day we shopped for hours through Natick Mall. It was so fun! She's fun to hang out with but also laser focused on finding clothing that was comfortable, stylish, put together and the complete outfit from shoes to accessories. She helped me check so many items off my to-do list. I can't recommend her highly enough. She's so good at what she does. Thank you Geraldine and Co.!

Geraldine is first of all a lovely, generous person. She is patient and upbeat and her sense of…read morestyle is incredible. She came to my house with her assistant, Megan, and together we went through my closet to determine what needed to go, what should stay and what I would be shopping for to complete my outfits. Following that, we scheduled a date for a fabulous shopping spree at the Natick, Mall, where Geraldine and Megan lead me around to a whole bunch of stores that they knew well and where we very efficiently and economically filled in all the gaps in my fall/winter wardrobe. This included slacks, tops, shoes and fun jewelry. Some items were ordered for subsequent delivery and it's like Christmas every day as the packages arrive. Now this all sounds very costly, I know, but I spent less than I would have on overpriced clothes at big retailers. Really, they found me so many amazing bargains....like a gorgeous leather hand bag for $59!! Thank you, Geraldine!!

Helena goes above and beyond for her clients. She is truly a professional in every way and her…read morepassion for clothing was infectious to me--someone who could wear the same item everyday. She helped me on a last-minute project when I realized I had no clothes that were suitable for a video shoot. Not only did Helena come to my closet and showed me how to restyle my wardrobe in new ways--she also took me shopping afterward when we agreed that we didn't have the perfect outfit. I was really impressed that she had a contingency plan. She knew exactly where to go and what to look for. The result was several outfits that not only suited my personality but that also helped me elevate my brand to a higher level of credibility and professionalism. Also, during the day of the shoot, she was checking in with me and helping me make style decisions on the fly--should I put my hair up or down, which shoes are best, etc. I was above impressed. She is now my go-to style coach. I don't know how I have lived without you for so long!

I've been going to Vanessa and having my hair styled by Carol for over a literal decade. I've grown…read moreup from high school, through college, work, and now in graduate school, and I still go to Carol because that is just how much I trust her with my hair! I have a lot of hair, and it is thick and dark and can be difficult to understand how to style in a flattering way. I've gotten many cuts, several Japanese hair straightening treatments, a prom styling, and a few different colors over the years, and I have never been disappointed. Carol is, in a word, incredible. She will work with you to figure out what works best for you, your hair, and your lifestyle. 1) Cuts. I've had bangs, short hair, and long, layered hair all done here. Carol always double checks with you to see what you would prefer at every stage. My job requires me to tie my hair back, for example, so we always make sure my hair is left long enough to be neatly pulled back. 2) Treatments. Carol actually recommended the hair straightening treatment to me back in high school as I was having trouble handling my thick, wavy and frizzy hair at the time. Though the treatment took hours, I was left with beautifully sleek, long lasting hair. That was back in 2013. I have gone approximately once a year since then to have the treatment done, and it is worth every penny. My hair has become much more manageable (especially in the summer!), and Carol has been able to adjust the strength of the treatment to match how my hair texture has changed over time. 3) Coloring. I've had 3 different balayages and 1 solid color done here. Carol and I always discuss beforehand what is possible for my hair. As I mentioned, my hair is naturally very dark, almost a true black, and was usually grown out in my natural color when I went in for a coloring appointment. When I want to color my hair, I show Carol a few pictures and we talk about which ones may be edited and which ones would require a lot of time to lighten, process, and tone. On Carol's suggestion, we usually go for balayage since I'm usually not able to go in for touchups and need a style that grows out well. More than anything, Carol is very honest about how long it will take to process your hair, and is absolutely willing to spend time to work with you to make sure you love the result. To top it all off, both Carol and Lisa are warm, welcoming, and talkative, and so it is a real treat when I get to go see them for a few hours! Leaving with fantastic hair is the cherry on top. Safe to say, I'll continue to go to Vanessa Bridal for as long as I can!

I have to say Carol(the hair stylist) and her boss are talkative but I strongly question about…read moretheir professional skills as a hair stylist. I came in this morning for my hair cut and to color my hair. I showed Carol an online picture of a girl's hair and told her that's the color I want. The color is showed as picture 1. After 4 hours later, I got a golden yellow instead( the picture 2). The boss said" it is so pretty!" I doubt about it. I said" it is too yellow and that's not what the color I showed her this morning" Carol said " I think this color does not fit your profession I will redo your color this afternoon" Then the boss ask for 250 dollars for the hair cut and color service. I gave 10 dollars for tips and the boss said it is too little. "Usually we got 20 dollars or 30 dollars for tips." Then I paid total $270 for the hair cut plus coloring service and tips. She told me the hair cut price is $38 dollars and $212 is for the hair coloring service. Then I came back in the afternoon, Carol redo my hair twice in the afternoon and gave me a yellowish green or greenish yellow hair. (Picture 3) It is not the color I showed her! I showed her the color I want this morning and also this afternoon before she did anything. I paid $270 for my hair and what I got is not even close to what I showed her. If you can not do it, let me know in front. She tried to persuade me to let her color my hair another time. I refused because I already gave her a second chance and she failed. I don't what her to touch my hair anymore. I asked for my money back but they refused. They said we don't give money back. You can call the police. I called police and the officer said I should sue them on a small claim court for my money back. I will do that and I felt shamed for them. Poor service, greedy and bad attitude.

Highly recommend scheduling time with Jakie. The private appointment was so comfortable. Jakie took…read morethe time to understand what I was looking for and suggested many options. The final dress was one Jakie selected, cannot wait to wear this beauty !

When you are ready to say yes to your MOB or MOG dress, make the appointment. Go see Kelly…read more Yes, there's a fee. Pay it. It's worth every penny. Kelly listens--not just to the color or style you describe, but to the whole story. While I was prattling on about wedding details, she was quietly picking up on the vibe the bride is trying to create. And when it was time to hit the racks? Sure, I could choose gowns--but I quickly realized there was no need. I just let Kelly do her thing. She knows her inventory; she skillfully pulled several gowns that fit my criteria. The first gown? I didn't want to take it off. Same with the second. And the third. A few misses? Kelly didn't even waste time zipping them up. She takes care of you--zipping and clipping, yes--but also prepping the room before you arrive and rehanging each gown with care. That may not sound like much, but if you've been to other stores, you know it's not a given. My challenge today was choosing between several dresses any one of which would have been lovely. When it came time to decide, Kelly didn't rush me. She gave me all the time I needed--and even encouraged me to FaceTime the bride. I had Kelly's undivided attention throughout, and the support of my daughter in the moment that mattered most. Which did I buy? The very first gown Kelly put me in. This girl is good! Do I regret visiting other shops first? Not really. My experiences with well-meaning attendants at traditional bridal boutiques now serve as contrast. This shop is focused entirely on mothers --and it shows. In every way, they are in a different league. If you value not just selection, but also service and experience, it's time to meet Kelly for yourself.

Lyndsay is beyond amazing! I was lucky enough to meet her and her glam squad two years ago as a…read morebridesmaid in my best friends wedding. Fast forward to being 7months pregnant and I needed to be hooked up for my baby shower. I wanted my everyday looked glamed up and she nailed it! Super accommodating with my high risk pregnancy, always chill and wicked positive. It's like hanging with your bestie who happens to slay the makeup game. Alicia was her partner in crime that day and she killed the hair game! She was able to work in hair extensions that haven't been match hair dyed in years. My hair stayed all day perfectly. I'm going on day 4 of not washing out the product she put in my natural hair(extensions are out lol). And it still smells amazing and looks perfect! Now that's magic! If you want seriously beautiful makeup and hair experience with a super chill fun vibe, you better call Lyndsay. You definitely know what your doing and I can't thank you enough for making my day perfect! *photo note* these pictures were taken between 4-7pm. Long after my shower at 11am, many hugs and kisses and two meals later. (yeah they are that good!)

I was referred to Lyndsay by a friend weeks before our wedding, after we foolishly thought we could…read moredo our own hair. She was a breath of fresh air over the phone, reassuring us they could accommodate our last minute request that included the bridal party. Throughout the trials and day of logistics, Lyndsay was a true professional and her stylist Alicia a true talent! Everyone looked like the best versions of themselves and the styles stayed put all day. Highly recommend!