Supersede 1. to replace in power, authority, effectiveness, acceptance, use, etc., as by another person or thing. 2. to set aside or cause to be set aside as void, useless, or obsolete, usually in favor of something mentioned; make obsolete: They superseded the old statute with a new one. 3.to succeed to the position, function, office, etc., of; supplant It may seem odd to begin a business's reviewed with a vocabulary reference but you will soon see the significance of the word and all of its meanings. I went to Posh Bridal Boutique located in Lancaster, PA yesterday for a wedding dress consult and fitting. In all honesty I had very low expectations and had voiced it numerous times to my Maid of Honor. However, I went to appease her and her love for all things shopping. Personally, I am a woman that hates shopping: the hard sales pitch grates on my nerves like fingernails across a chalk board and I have a lot of difficulty as a full figured curvy woman with been fitted into potato sack fashion. Additionally, it doesn't help that I also assumed that I would have to head to NYC or D.C. if I really wanted couture. I think I need to clarify that I abhor the act of shopping but I am deeply, madly and passionately in love with high end fashion and have learned that if you are over a size 10, your clothes need to be custom made in order for you to have what you really desire. So I went in assuming that I would face not only pushy sales personnel, poorly fit "plus" size gowns but my worse fear, being made to feel ashamed because they would have the nothing in my size. I was greeted by Keri and Lauren into a warm and well-appointed space that reminded me of the neat little boutiques of NYC Fashion District. Keri sat and listened, and I mean listened, not lip service and absent minded nodding with the perfunctory yes and fake enthusiasm. She processed and heard everything I wanted and what I didn't. Then the true magic began as she and Lauren chose a few gowns for me, as I checked the racks for something that might catch my eye. It was amazing a direct bull-eye in fit and form with the very first dress. It was then that we were greeted and introduced to Janell Berté, the designer. Up to this point the customer service had been excellent but she quickly superseded even the excellent with her warmth, knowledge and eye for couture. Over two hours later, after lots of great conversation and ideas, I said yes to "my" wedding dress. I must emphasize my wedding dress, because with the expertise of Janell I will have the couture dress of my dreams. This dress will be my one of a kind creation, with customized coloring, sleeving, and the addition of embellishment to compliment my antique brooch bouquet and shoes. I will be a repeat customer here for life. Janell Berté is a fabulous designer and will be able to make, design or customize garments for all your special occasion. My experience here has indeed superseded each and every expectation and desire I had when being my search for my perfect wedding dress. read more

POSH Bridal was the first and only place I went to for my wedding dress. Janell met me at the door and was so very inviting, warm, knowledgeable and just fun to be around! She took the time to ask me about my fiancé and our story of how we met and then got engaged. She looked through all my different styles of dresses that I liked and saved on my Pinterest. After that she started pulling dresses. The very first one I put on I loved, but I wanted to try more on. The fourth one I tried on was my absolute favorite and knew deep down that it had to be my dress. Janell pulled a total of 7 dresses and each one had an aspect of the dresses that I had saved and showed her. She put me in dresses that I thought I would like based on how they looked in pictures, which proved to be very misleading and I didn't like at all on me. She told me "It's important to try on ones that you can say no to so you know that's not what you want." This was a very good point. I tried on the 4th dress again and as another bride was saying yes to her dress, I asked Kat if we could play around with an idea I had. The first dress had a beautiful overlay that came with the dress that I LOVED but the dress wasn't the one. I asked Kat if I could try on the overlay with the 4th dress that I knew I wanted. As soon as it went on, I was in love and knew THIS WAS MY DRESS. Janell came over at this point and asked what I was thinking with putting the overlay over that dress. I asked her if there was any way I could get the overlay since it technically belonged to the other dress, Janell said she couldn't order one, but could possibly make one. She then changed her mind and said that she would sell my that overlay because it looked so amazing on me and would not sell it to me or anyone unless it looked as good as it did on me (Janell's words were: "You make that dress with the overlay look AMAZING"). That was the most wonderful news and the best selling point of POSH for me! Janell went out of her way to give me my perfect dress! I couldn't have imagined a more perfect, beautiful and unique one of a kind dress for my wedding! I was not expecting to find my wedding dress that day, but from the moment I put that dress on and went out into the grand viewing room, I knew I had to say yes! Thank you POSH Bridal, especially Janell and Kat for your outstanding costumer service, attentiveness, and great personalities, as well as the overall inviting and cheerful atmosphere of the store. Janell hugging me goodbye and saying it was a pleasure to help me find my perfect dress was the best ending to the day. You will NOT be disappointed here! If you want the best shopping experience with super knowledgeable, helpful and friendly staff, look no further, POSH Bridal is your place to the perfect wedding dress! Thank you so much ladies! I cannot wait to see my dress :) read more

After my fiance proposed to me in April earlier this year, I realized that I may be the only girl on earth who has never even thought about wedding planning - including having no "dream dress" ideas. After my engagement I quickly jumped on the Pinterest bandwagon and started doing some research and even then had a bit of "direction" but no real ideas or set styles. I figured I'd start the dress process early (we've set our date for next September, 2018) because I am very picky, and being as clueless as I am in trying to describe what I like I figure it would be best to start dress-shopping as soon as possible. I had researched a few stores in the area, and after reading many reviews and having a personal strong glowing reference from a close friend of ours who also found her "dream dress" at Posh Bridal, I made my appointment. Prior to my appointment, the staff was very friendly with the scheduling process and also very professional. I let them know that I'd be bringing a few people with me and didn't feel that I was being a burden at all. I did try and bring some pictures to describe my "style", but again, I really was quite clueless with how to express the styles that I was interested in (I didn't even really know which styles to check off on my interest card at check-in as I wasn't exactly sure which styles matched what name). With all of that being said - my fashion specialist, Kat, was absolutely wonderful. As I browsed around the store with my family she asked me if I had seen any dresses that I liked and I pointed out a few that I thought looked beautiful on the rack. The first dress that she brought out for me looked pretty hanging in the dressing room - but it was not something I would have ever picked myself to try on. After I put the dress on I was extremely surprised at how much I loved it (I ended up actually "saying yes" to this dress!). I tried on more dresses after that including a few of the ones I had said that I liked while initially browsing and surprisingly did not like the way some of them looked on me (all beautiful dresses, though!) I ended up saying yes to that first dress that I tried on and was super thankful to have a staff that was able to work with the little information that I gave her about my style and help me find my "dream dress" (seriously though I LOVE this dress!) I felt that Kat was very genuine, kind, and educated / talented in assisting me find my dress and she also made me feel very comfortable, too. I can say with 100% confidence that I would recommended this boutique to any and all brides, especially if you are looking for a very knowledgeable staff that will make you feel beautiful! read more

I had the unbelievable pleasure of working with Janell prior to my winter wedding in December 2008. I had worked with her on a previous occasion when she created the beautiful costumes for Sweeny Todd at the Ephrata Performing Arts Center. Since I knew her personally, she was my obvious first choice in bridal wear. I tried on only a few of her sample gowns when I came across mine. Please note that I am a very particular person when it comes to fashion since I have been passionate about the fashion industry since I was a little girl. I must have taken Janell four or five pictures of gowns that I liked for my first fitting and she took the time to pull pieces that agreed perfectly with my taste. I loved all of her gowns and when I put mine on, I definitely had the "wow" moment that all brides are hoping for. She even allowed me to add a long row of buttons down that back of the dress even though it wasn't part of her original design. She also took it to the next level and assisted me with my veil. I wore my mother's veil and although it was beautiful, it needed updated. Janell turned it around and created a perfect accent piece for my dress. In the weeks leading up to my wedding, I felt calm and secure because I knew that Janell would make sure my dress was perfect...and she did. It fit perfectly, she steamed and prepared it for the ceremony and she even delivered it to the church where I was getting married. Even though she did not need to be, Janell was a huge help even on my wedding day when she helped me get dressed and stay relaxed. Janell creates elegant, timeless pieces that are perfectly crafted and made out of the best materials. I have received countless complements on my dress and on my wedding day, I felt more beautiful than I had ever felt before. Janell Berte is a true artist when it comes to design and I would highly recommend her to anyone. read more

My experience at Posh Bridal was truly magical. My party and I were greeted with offerings of sangria and a lovely introduction to the shop that included some playtime with Janell's adorable pups!! I immediately felt at ease as I browsed through some of the gorgeous gowns on display. Janell sat with me to talk about what style I was looking for and worked with Brooke to find some fantastic options. I was looking for a unique look and Janell immediately understood my vision. Each and every gown I tried on was stunning and was along the lines of what I was envisioning in my head. Brooke and Janell helped tremendously to adjust the gowns with clips, belts and other accessories to help me understand exactly how each gown would look and fit. They were so kind and careful in the dressing room and I felt so comfortable with them the entire time! Brooke and Janell offered guidance and information regarding each gown. They also exhibited patience while I thought through the gorgeous pieces while getting feedback from my party. Not once did I feel rushed or pressured by Janell or Brooke! I found my dream gown designed by Gemy Maalouf. Janell assured me that she could work with her to make one adjustment to the dress to make it exactly what I was looking for. Her expertise in the field truly shines and I could not have asked for a better person to help me find my way in my dress hunting journey!! My dress hunt concluded with a champagne toast and some fun photos! Posh Bridal even sent me home with the cork from my champagne bottle, an awesome goody bag, and an invitation to an event in February to help find accessories and makeup/hair ideas! I could not have asked for anything more perfect and I would highly recommend anyone who is looking for a top-notch experience to head to Posh Bridal. read more

I've been in living in NYC for the past ten years and our wedding is in Brooklyn. I'm originally from Lancaster and thought it would fun to try on a few dresses with my mom and maybe, just maybe, find my dress in my hometown. I didn't have high expectations going into the search knowing that I was used to SoHo shopping and had a very particular vision in mind. I booked three appointments for the day, POSH was my second. I knew POSH was something special when they sent me an intake form prior to my appointment to get to know me, my venue and my vision for my dress. Janelle reached out before my appointment and said they thought they had something I would like and "we will make magic happen." AND THEY DID. I couldn't believe how well taken care of I felt, especially after my first appointment at another boutique (where they didn't have a single dress with my desired square neckline and made me pull my own dresses). Madison greeted me, knew my name, where I was getting married and starting pulling dresses almost immediately. She also called my attention to a dress on a mannequin that she thought I'd like - spoiler alert - it was my dress! I couldn't believe the quality of the dresses - so many different styles, beading, appliques, fabrics, everything was incredibly chic. I was nervous to finalize my choice - I wasn't expecting to find my dress, I hadn't even looked in NYC and I still had another appointment that day! They told me to go to the other, and come back if I wanted. I had to go back - I knew I'd never find the same quality, at this price with this type of service anywhere else. NYC-level designs, NYC-level quality, with friendly Lancaster service that makes you feel at home. Just GO. You won't be disappointed! read more

POSH BRIDAL was my 4th wedding dress location my mom and I visited in my search, I was losing hope that I was not finding a single dress that got me excited, nor could I picture myself in on my wedding day. My appointment that day was with Janell, the owner of POSH. The power was actually out this day in the studio which now makes this story special. I shared my visions with Janell, which included a slim fit dress with little to no lace. She then pulled some options for me and helped fit me (in our dark dressing room lol) and finally, I started to envision myself on my wedding day in these beautiful dresses. I was trying to narrow down to the dress that would be "the one" when Janell pulled a new dress out, different from my original vision and asked if I would like to try it on. The dress was fitted with a mesh top and a lot more lace than I could picture myself in. However, I tried the dress on and-wow- I couldn't stop admiring myself in this beautiful dress in the mirror. I looked over at Janell and my mom, with tears in her eyes, admiring the dress on me as well. At this point I knew I had found my dress. Janelle paired the dress with shoes and a veil and helped me put the whole picture together. We finalized our order and before leaving I gave Janell a hug, I felt so grateful for her. She has so much vision and expertise she is truly a professional and has a passion for what she does. I don't think I would have tried on a different dress if it wasn't for her. Janell helped me find my dress, when I was losing hope, in a dark studio , on a rainy friday afternoon. My mom and I will never forget our experience at Posh finding "the dress." read more

POSH Bridal was exceptional. From the moment you walk in the ladies make you feel like you are their one and only exclusive client. Kat was bubbly, exciting and very interested in my vision for my gown. She looked through all my idea photos, kept my budget in mind and guided me through the boutique looking through gowns that caught my eye. Both Kat and Abby were just as excited for me getting married as my closest friends were. POSH made you quickly feel like one of the family. And the gowns - exquisite! Kat gave me her honest opinion on the gowns I tried on and brought me gowns she thought would be great for me. They had a blast with my fiance as well, who was along to help me dress shop. I brought my mother back a second time and we were fortunate to meet the owner, Janell. She is just so sweet and down to earth. She even shared her apple cider recipe with my mom as I was trying on and found THE gown. When I came back a 3rd time to purchase my gown my daughter came along (she is 9) and they made a big deal about her, gave her pink lemonade and involved her in the toast to the dress and photos. Janell even had her dog Beau in the shop that day and he stole my daughter's heart. I cannot say enough amazingly wonderful things about POSH and the women that definitely live up to the POSH name. You must go and try on gowns, you will definitely find what you want there and will be treated like all brides should be treated - like a queen. read more

I am so happy I decided to go gown shopping at POSH. I felt like I had a great selection of gowns to look at that fell well within my budget ($2000 and under) and my stylist Amanda was fantastic. Amanda was everything you could want in a stylist she was upbeat, positive, and professional. She listened, made suggestions, was able to answer all my questions, made me feel comfortable and confident, and I felt no rush or pressure to purchase anything right away. I loved that Amanda had me try on a wide variety of gowns during my first appointment, it was not only eye opening, but very fun. Based on the selection I saw I would be surprised if someone could not find something they love there. After my first appointment at POSH I went to another bridal shop in NYC and the experience did not compare at all! I emailed Amanda immediately after and came back to POSH the following weekend to purchase my dress. The gown I chose was not something I was expecting at all and was a gown Amanda suggested I try based on the other gowns I was selecting. I am so in love with my dress and excited to continue working with POSH to perfect my look for my wedding. The fact that they do all alterations themselves (and super close to your wedding date) really helps makes the process smooth and easy. I would recommend POSH to any one I know, especially for first time appointments because the experience is hard to beat. read more

I'm the girl who dreamed about her wedding dress since she was a little girl. My whole life I envisioned the moment I would find my dream dress, immersed in happy tears and surrounded by those closest to me. Like many brides who watch countless wedding dress shows and scroll Pinterest, I worried that my dream of the perfect dress shopping experience would be just that, a dream. Thanks to Posh Bridal, I was wrong.  The second I arrived at Posh Bridal, I knew this place was special. Not only was the boutique simply stunning, the service I received was truly incredible. My bridal specialist, Bree, was the sweetest soul to work with! She instantly understood what I was looking for and to my complete surprise, the very first gown I tried on ended up being 'the one'. What followed was an experience I could have never imagined. The Posh Bridal team did so many special and unique things to celebrate me 'saying yes to the dress'. From popping champagne to practicing how I will walk down the aisle (complete with music), they made me feel like the most beautiful bride-to-be in the entire world! Even my bridal party still raves about how amazing the appointment was and unlike anything they have ever experienced.  I truly cannot thank Posh Bridal, and especially Bree, for helping me find my absolute dream wedding gown. I got my dream dress & happy tears and it's all thanks to Posh Bridal. read more

Amazing, quality work you will not find at another salon ! Working with Janell was truly an incredible experience. From the moment you step into her salon you feel the warm welcome and everything truly does become all about you. Janell ensures all your questions are answered and every detail is taken care of. When I first came in to Posh I had an idea of what type of dress I wanted. But after seeing all of the beautiful gowns at Posh I actually ended up changing my mind and picking another dress I saw on the mannequin. The dress I chose was stunning. It was exactly how I imagined my dress would look like for my special day. The service Janell and Jennifer provided was absolutely outstanding. They made sure every detail was taken care of, that I was feeling comfortable and answered all of my questions right from the get-go. Janell did the alterations herself - she knew exactly what needed to be fixed and where. The dress looked perfect on! The professionalism of Janell's team was outstanding. The flexibility of Janell's schedule allowed me to come to her salon on my own time, when it was convenient for me. I can't say enough of good things about the service, the staff and the attentiveness I received at Posh. I would 100 % recommend Posh to all brides who would like to get the quality service and find the perfect dress for their big day. read more

I was recommended Posh Bridal by one of my bridesmaids who actually got her dress there too. My friend has good taste so I assumed it would be nice, but it was WONDERFUL. From the minute you walk into the beautifully light space you are greeted and feel comfortable. You have a private corner to try on dresses in front of your family/friends. The girls there are SO SWEET and kind which really makes a difference when you are trying to make what feels like the biggest decision of your life. Janell Berte is the owner and designs some of the dresses in the store. I chose one of her designs and she was extremely flexible with any changes I wanted/needed. They have a wonderful event for brides who get a dress from their store called "Style on the Aisle" where you can pick out your veil, jewelry, shoes and do a trial hair/makeup. Unfortunately, due to COVID-19 I needed to reschedule my wedding and finally after the 3rd reschedule, we decided to have a small backyard ceremony. I did not wear my original chosen dress however I still wore the cathedral veil and my jewelry from Posh which are now items I will cherish forever. Janell and her team were nothing but kind and understanding when it came to these tough decisions and I would highly recommend Posh Bridal not only based on their wonderful store but because they truly treat their brides well. read more

When I started my day wedding dress shopping, I was very nervous. I am a fuller-figured woman, so I was apprehensive that shops wouldn't have anything for me to try on. Posh Bridal is highly knowledgeable and helpful. They listened to what I wanted, and I even found a dress that surprised everyone. I had initially scheduled a Gold appointment. Little to my knowledge, my fiancee contacted the owner Janell and upgraded my appointment to Platinum. So the whole shop was just for my girls and me. We had a lovely spread of finger foods to eat. We did a drawing contest to see who could determine what my dress might look like. It was a lot of fun! It made the whole experience much more enjoyable. Posh Bridal had plenty of dresses for me to try on. I knew going in that I try on sample dresses so they won't fit me perfectly, but the consultant and Janell still made me feel very comfortable in my skin. I had said yes to the dress that day, and they created a fun "party" for us to celebrate with champagne. I just got a call that my dress is in, and I will try it on soon! I am utterly excited and cannot wait. I recommend anyone to go to Posh Bridal! read more

I had an amazing experience at Posh Bridal. I am not overstating when saying I had no idea what I was doing in choosing a wedding gown. I had looked at some bigger chain stores and was completely overwhelmed by the experience. I decided to make an appointment at Posh so I could get some pointers and advice. The ladies made me feel completely welcome and comfortable. They talked through likes and dislikes with me and gave very honest feedback about what worked well. There was no pressure at all to purchase- they simply helped me find what worked for me. There was great selection for a smaller shop and definitely plenty to try on. I hadn't planned to pick a dress that day but I fell in love with one of Janell's designs. I brought my mom back that weekend, and we knew we had found my dress. The price point was a little higher than I initially thought I would spend, but knowing that Janell and the other ladies of Posh would make sure everything was perfect made it worth it. By the day of my wedding, I felt like the staff at Posh Bridal was family. Would recommend to anyone! read more

First of all, my review is long overdue. Without hesitation, I give Posh Bridal a five star rating. Their selection of bridal gowns is unique and their fashion stylists are knowledgeable, professional, and truly care for their brides. Janell, the owner, stayed after hours and helped to find the *perfect* wedding dress for me! She was able to help me choose a dress that was the exact style that I was looking for, even before I could put into words exactly what it was that I had in mind. I seriously could not have ever dreamed it up on my own! She also helped me with some alterations that would make the dress feel even more like 'me' and I ended up purchasing my accessories from here as well. I have absolutely no regrets and would highly recommend Posh Bridal to anyone who is searching for the perfect gown for their wedding day. Even if you're not sure what it is that you're looking for, you can trust them to help you find it! They know what they're doing! ...and don't forget to sign up for their "Style on the Aisle" and "Bling Fling" events! read more

Janell Berté is the fairy godmother of dress making! Unfortunately, due to the terrible war in the Ukraine, the original wedding dress I purchased -from a designer in the Ukraine not Posh Bridal- was no longer a possibility. With a very tight time frame I was able to find an amazing dress at Posh and work with Janell to make it into the dress of my dreams. She added sleeves and back button detailing taking the dress from beautiful to truly one of a kind stunning. Janell's attention to detail and eye for artistry makes her a master of her craft. However I would be remiss in my review if I did not also mention Lily. Lily was in charge of my initial appointment and she was fabulous! She listened to my wants, budget, and over all aesthetic and managed to find me multiple dresses to try on that I ended up loving. She made the whole experience feel fun, magical, and just everything you could want from bridal dress shopping. Do yourself a favor and go here. They are simply put, the best. read more

I bought my wedding dress at POSH Bridal in Lancaster and the whole experience was absolutely perfect. Amanda was my Fashion Specialist and from the second I walked in the door, I felt so welcome and comfortable. It was my first appointment for dresses and I was pretty nervous about what to expect. Amanda was an absolute dream to work with and the process was so simple. She took what I loved and didn't like about the dresses I tried on and that really helped. She was professional, knowledgeable, and incredibly friendly and personal. I was in love with the dress the second I put it on in the dressing room and it was just magical. I brought my mother and my best friend of 17 years/maid of honor along and I could tell they knew it was the one too. I would absolutely recommend POSH Bridal to ANY bride look for that perfect dress. The atmosphere and the other Fashion Specialists that were there that morning were so excited for me and that truly was a fairy tale! read more

Just seven weeks prior to my wedding, I walked into Posh Salon hoping to find a dress that could be altered to fit me. I found more than a dress- I found my customized dream dress, wonderful staff that went beyond the protocol, and an overall lovely experience! After trying on several dresses, elements in two particular dresses really caught my attention and won over my heart. Rather than choose between the two, Janell offered to create a whole new dress combining those two elements to make a creation unique to me! I was beyond thrilled! In the following fittings, Janell and Jennifer graciously listened to my desires and worked with me on every detail of the dress- and let me tell you, I was a picky bride! They offered advice without being pushy and carefully listened to me. I was beyond impressed with my experience at Posh Salon and would highly recommend them to any friend or family member! Thank you for helping to make my wedding day unforgettable! :) read more

Lilly is the BEST!! I came in to try on dresses in August of 2024, and she truly made the experience so magical for me. She was so kind to me and my family and made sure that I felt special and comfortable. She helped me find my dream dress!! My dress arrived in January 2025. When I tried it on, it was too small. I was really disappointed and started to freak out! I hadn't gained any weight, so I assumed it was a mistake. I called Lilly and she immediately contacted the designer of the dress to figure out a solution. She is sending me some new pieces of fabric for my alterationist to attach to the dress and make it slightly bigger! She covered the cost of the fabric and offered to cover the alteration cost as well. THAT is customer service! I will update this once I receive the fabric, but I trust Lilly so much and I just know that she wants me to wear the wedding dress of my dreams!! She truly cares!!! Could not recommend POSH Bridal more!!! read more