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Clarissa Boutique

4.9
(127)
best-of-weddings

4603 Butler Street, Pittsburgh, PA

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About This Vendor

Your Exclusive Bridal Accessory Destination!

Unsure of your bridal accessory personality? Whether your taste is traditional or fashion forward, modern or vintage; Clarissa Boutique's wide selection will allow you to compliment your bridal style. Visit our website to view our online store. Let our experienced staff help inspire your bridal look.

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Business Attributes
Woman-owned Business
Dresses
Wedding Dresses
Fashion Services
Alterations, Bridal Stylists, Custom Designs, Private Appointments Available
Awards and Affiliations
Hall of Fame2022 Best of Weddings Winner2020 Best of Weddings Winner2019 Best of Weddings Winner2018 Best of Weddings Winner2017 Best of Weddings Winner2016 Best of Weddings Winner2015 Best of Weddings Winner2013 Best of Weddings Winner2011 Best of Weddings Winner

Clarissa Boutique Reviews

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Reviewed On 5/20/2022 by Emily R
My friend/bridesmaid and I had a lovely afternoon at Clarissa Boutique yesterday. What started as a veil shopping trip - ended up with purchasing coordinating accessories for all of the bridesmaids. She helped me clarify my overall vision for m...
y and my people (especially since I'm being pretty laissez faire with it comes to dresses and shoes for them) and there was zero sales pressure. Everything naturally fell into place! If you're looking for someone to help clarify your vision and tie it all together in a tasteful way, Clarissa Boutique is the place for you!
Response from the Vendor on 05/31/2022
We are so glad you enjoyed your time at Clarissa Boutique. Can't wait to see photos with you wearing the accessories on your wedding Day. Best wishes to you and your future husband!!!
Reviewed On 3/27/2022 by Kristen D
These women are amazing! They first made masks for each member of our bridal party and our parents for our COVID wedding in 2020 - the one for me was ivory with lace applique! Then for the rescheduled big day in 2021, they have the most gorgeou...
s earrings and hair accessories - I had a beautiful flowering piece that was brushed silver and had some pearl accents on a clip and my mother found rose gold hairpins that perfectly matched and accented her dress! I was able to also create a custom veil - I chose the edging and the length of the veil and the blusher, based off of my train length and dress style. My dress was intricate lace with a longer train, so I wanted something with a blusher that had an edge that was simple and longer than my train - my cathedral ivory veil was created and is something I will cherish and hope to pass down! It looked amazing in photos! I planned my wedding out of state and they were more than happy to also steam my dress and veil the week of, then to help me wrap it for transportation to the hotel the day before! The women are so sweet and more than willing to work with you! Remember - everything that is there is constantly changing so if you love a pair of earrings, buy them! They also have cute bachelorette pieces - I had a perfect headband for mine! - and other trinkets for gifts too!
Response from the Vendor on 03/29/2022
Thank You so much for allowing us to be part of your special Wedding Days. We loved working with you and creating your accessories. Best Wishes to you and your husband!
Reviewed On 12/12/2021 by Erica P
I highly recommend Clarissa Boutique to any bride! I came on a weekday afternoon and had an lovely experience. The personalized attention from Penny was absolutely fabulous! She was patient and provided very sound, honest, but tasteful advice a...
bout all of my wedding accessories and overall look. I purchased earrings, a bracelet, headpiece, and a veil, and they all coordinated well and were great quality. They were able to tailor the veil to fit my height and make a few adjustments. It was an overall wonderful experience!
Response from the Vendor on 12/14/2021
Congratulations to you and your husband!! We are so glad you had such a good experience at our shop with our consultant ,it means so much to us to know this. Thank you and best wishes !!
Reviewed On 11/29/2021 by Samantha D
I went to Clarissa boutique to purchase earrings and a bracelet for my wedding day accessories and they were so helpful. I was able to show them pictures of my dress and explain my vision and they were able to guide me to pieces that were the p...
erfect addition. I highly recommend working with them for your wedding day needs they are so kind, knowledgeable, and their products are a beautiful way to accessorize your dress!
Response from the Vendor on 11/30/2021
We are so glad you enjoyed your time here at Clarissa. Can't wait to see photos with you wearing the accessories on the day!! Best wishes to you and Mike!! Thank You
Reviewed On 11/06/2021 by Clarissa F
Clarissa Boutique is absolutely amazing! As soon as you walk in the door, you are greeted by the owners. They are extremely kind and very attentive! They found the perfect earrings for my mothers dress, helped me with my garter and purse, and h...
elped me pick a few pieces of jewelry for my flower girls. They even offered to custom make a garter and they are custom making my flower girls bracelets to fit properly. I recommend everyone go and check this beautiful, elegant boutique out! They have so much to offer and will help you find anything you need for your special day!
Response from the Vendor on 11/09/2021
Thank you soooo much. We are glad you had a good experience and we wish you and your future husband the best!!
Reviewed On 11/05/2021 by Arend P
When I decided to use my mother’s halo headpiece I started looking for someone who could bring it back to life. Clarissa’s boutique was exactly what I was looking for and they have been so helpful with all of my bridal accessories. First of all...
, the restoration they did on my headpiece was amazing, it looked exactly like the day my mom wore it for my parents’ wedding. I also purchased my veil from Clarissa’s. They found a veil that matched my dress perfectly and had every detail that I wanted. I received so many compliments on it during my wedding! Finally, they helped me and my mother pick out our earrings which were also absolutely stunning. I cannot recommend them enough for all of your wedding accessory and restoration needs!
Response from the Vendor on 11/05/2021
Thank you so much. We enjoy bringing pieces back to life !! We are happy you had a good experience, it was a pleasure to work with you. Congratulations and best wishes to you and your husband !!
Reviewed On 9/12/2021 by Kathleen P
Every Pittsburgh bride should check this store out! The sisters that were working that day were so helpful and guided me through what I needed. When I walked into the store I wasn’t completely sure what I wanted, but when I showed pictures of m...
y dress Penny was able to guide me through the different accessories and what not. Would recommend to anyone! Staff was very COVID safe and considerate. Made me feel very comfortable.
Reviewed On 8/10/2020 by Kaitlyn T
Beautiful selection of accessories at this boutique! The staff accommodated 2 last minute appointments for me given the many changes to our plans. They helped me try a few different looks to figure out the beat pieces. I purchased a hair piece ...
and absolutely loved it on my wedding day!
Response from the Vendor on 08/12/2020
We are glad you enjoyed your experience at Clarissa Boutique. We were happy to have been able to accommodate you during these difficult times. We wish you and your husband much happiness . Thank you
Reviewed On 6/27/2020 by Brittany A
I couldn’t have asked for a better experience when searching for the most perfect wedding accessories! They are so kind and in tune with how to help you find the perfect match, even in the middle of a pandemic! They have a huge variety of produ...
cts, you won’t be disappointed!
Reviewed On 3/18/2020 by Bailey C
My mom and I had a great experience getting my custom veil made at Clarissa Boutique! It is such a beautiful shop. They were so helpful and creative in helping me decide how I wanted my veil. I also picked up a cute shirt to wear for my bachelo...
rette party! I highly recommend their store!
Reviewed On 10/28/2019 by Maura M
We worked with Clarissa Boutique for my wedding day accessories and veil and they were absolutely amazing!! Everyone was so nice there and I would recommend them alone just for their excellent customer service. I found all my wedding day jewelr...
y here (headpiece, earrings, and bracelets) and they also made me my veil! They have an endless selection of veils, headpieces, and jewelry to choose from. On my wedding day, I received so many compliments on my beautiful headpiece from here. You should 100% go to Clarissa Boutique to find any of your wedding day accessories!!
Response from the Vendor on 10/29/2019
Thank you so much! This is what we love to do and we strive to make brides happy and in love with their accessory choices. Congratulations !!
Reviewed On 10/27/2019 by Mary Catherine M
I would recommend Clarissa Boutique to any bride-to-be. I was searching everywhere for my dream veil and headpiece and no boutique that I went to had what I was looking for. I saw a recommendation for Clarissa's on Facebook and decided to go ch...
eck it out. I made an appointment for a stylist consultation because I wanted some help finding my dream accessories. I had Penny for my consultation and she helped me create my dream look for my wedding day. She was able to find me the perfect headpiece and some jewelry that matched it perfectly! I was having a hard time finding a veil that I loved, so she asked if I wanted to design my own. I was skeptical at first because I thought that it would be outrageously expensive, but Penny reassured me that we could make something within my budget. I explained and drew out what my dream veil would like and then I got to pick out the crystals and the exact shade of tulle that I wanted. After a couple of weeks, I got a call that my items were ready to pick up. When I arrived, I got to try everything on and finally see my custom veil in real life. To say that my expectations were surpassed would be an understatement. I was honestly blown away. My veil was made exactly the way that I had been picturing it in my mind since I was a little girl. I couldn't believe that my vision came to life! I could not be happier with my accessories from Clarissa Boutique and I am SO glad that I went there. Their prices beat any other boutique out there and their customer service is the best around. I can't recommend them highly enough!
Response from the Vendor on 10/29/2019
We are soo glad you were happy with your veil and accessories. We love helping brides bring their visions alive. Congratulations to you and your husband.!!
Reviewed On 10/17/2019 by Alex C
Fantastic staff and service! Clarissa Boutique will make you feel like you are part of their family instantly. The attention to detail is unmatched. I had a pretty simple wedding dress, but between their beautiful selection of jewelry and the...
ir custom made veil my simple dress was escalated to look absolutely stunning. Speaking of dress, they offer fantastic tailoring! I had to get my dress altered, taken in, cut shorter, cups added, you name it, and in the end it fit like a glove. They can steam your dress and know exactly how to hang it back up so new wrinkles don’t set in while you wait to put it on :) . I’d highly recommend this place for any bridal need.
Response from the Vendor on 10/29/2019
Thank you so much ! we love what we do and are sooo happy when our brides are happy !! Congratulations to you and your husband. !!
Reviewed On 10/15/2019 by Celina P
I absolutely LOVED my experience at Clarissa Boutique!! My sister, Chelsea, got married last April and we purchased the most beautiful jewelry and headpieces from Clarissa--I can't tell you how many compliments I received! All of the ladies in ...
the boutique are so helpful and wonderful--they really made the experience even better! I highly recommend Clarissa Boutique !
Response from the Vendor on 10/29/2019
We are so pleased you and your sister were happy with everything. We love seeing your vision come to light.
Reviewed On 10/07/2019 by Kate B
I worked with Clarissa Boutique to have both my wedding dress and a jumpsuit for my rehearsal altered. They provided excellent service and I was SO happy with the results!! Not only did they do great alterations but they were so kind throughout...
the entire process. I lived outside of Pittsburgh and they made sure to fit my appointments in around my travel schedule. I ended up purchasing earrings from them - they have tons of beautiful accessories! Would highly recommend!!
Response from the Vendor on 10/07/2019
Thank you so much. You and your mom were a pleasure to work with. Best wishes from Clarissa Boutique
Reviewed On 9/03/2019 by Sarah I
Something that I very much had wanted as a part of my wedding day, was a piece of my mom's dress incorporated somewhere on my big day, and I knew the place to go to was Clarissa's. Their experience with lace, especially, is unlike any other, an...
d I definitely trusted them with anything they wanted to do. We incorporated lace from my mother's dress into my headpiece, and also had it on my unity candle (with my mother-in-law's lace, as well). It was one of my favorite things that I wore that day, and it is BEAUTIFUL! I also purchased earrings and a bracelet from them as well- it is a quaint bridal salon led by a group of women who absolutely love what they do! We loved working with all of them, and definitely recommend them to the sentimental bride looking to have pieces of her family with her on their big day.
Response from the Vendor on 10/29/2019
This type of work means so much to us. We are so glad to make our brides' wedding day that much more special. Thank you and congratulations.
Reviewed On 8/15/2019 by Nikki Z
Clarissa's Boutique in the southside is without a doubt, the place to find all your wedding accessories. Earldine and her staff were extremely accommodating to my daughter and I. They even had toys and lollipops for my grandchildren. We had a v...
ision for a certain belt to go with out bridesmaids dresses and they were able to find them, adjust it according to size and wanted nothing more than to please. Out hairpins were custom made and they were absolutely stunning. Earldine reviewed many of her catalogues to determine the right earrings to go with the hairpins. It was first class service as if you were the only one in the world that was important. They do not disappoint.
Response from the Vendor on 08/15/2019
Thank you so much for your kind comments. We enjoyed working on this project, your vision inspired our creativity...
Reviewed On 6/27/2019 by Alexandra P
The ladies at Clarissa Boutique are amazing! They custom make a lot of the jewelry and veils! They have a small selection of sample dresses (mine happened to be from a runway show!) and it was absolutely gorgeous. In addition to the beautiful p...
roducts, everyone is a pleasure to work with. They kept my dress at the boutique since there are smokers/pets in my family and had no problem with me getting it altered elsewhere. They also allowed me to bring my dress back to store for the final month before the wedding for storage and steaming, which I think was complimentary because I bought the dress there!
Response from the Vendor on 06/27/2019
We are so glad you were pleased with everything. It was a pleasure working with you. Wishes for a life of happiness and health !!
Reviewed On 6/12/2019 by Alexandra M
I got a custom veil, custom necklace, and hair piece here. They were great to work with creating the veil and necklace. I got many compliments. Thank you!
Response from the Vendor on 06/27/2019
We were happy to create the accessories you envisioned and are so glad you were pleased with everything. This is why we do what we do !! Thank You!! Congratulations to you and your husband !!
Reviewed On 5/28/2019 by Katelyn E
I am so glad that I went to Clarissa’s for my accessories and my alterations! Their customizable options for jewelry, headpieces, and veils are awesome! The ladies were so helpful in selecting pieces for myself and my mom. Gretchen did all of m...
y alterations, and my dress was absolutely perfect. It was several sizes too big (I purchased a sample), but you would never know it after my alterations were done. It fit like a glove. Gretchen was also able to add buttons all the way down the back of my dress, which was my dream! Overall the alterations were incredibly reasonably priced and much less expensive than I thought they were going to be, especially given the high quality work. I would absolutely recommend Clarissa’s!
Reviewed On 2/13/2019 by Christine O
Clarissa Boutique is so talented--I am long overdue in writing this review! I brought my Mother's very long veil in to re-purpose for my wedding. It was made of very delicate lace that Penny and the talented team cleaned, re-starched, and rema...
de into the most beautiful , elegant veil that I loved so much I wore almost the entire day! It exceeded my expectations, and meant so much to carry a piece of family history with me. They also had the sweetest idea to make a few hairpieces out of the floral lace, and to incorporate it organically into my dress. I have a fairly simple style, but it really helped to make my dress so personal and special. I didn't need to go anywhere else, as they did my alterations and were extremely thoughtful about every adjustment. I also found an amazing pair of earrings there for the wedding that I am in love with to this day! If you are looking for those sentimental, special touches that really complete your look please check them out. Every person I worked with was so kind and attentive to detail, I have complete trust that whatever you need they will do an unbelievable job bringing your vision to life!
Reviewed On 12/02/2018 by Ashleigh M
Clarissa Boutique has an amazing selection of wedding accessories and classic, elegant veils for reasonable prices. The ladies of Clarissa Boutique were wonderful to work with. I received a thank you note that included a discount offer after on...
ly visiting to view their selection. This was particularly touching and astonishing to me after hearing that the boutique that I purchased my dress and all of the bridesmaid dresses at wouldn't offer me any discount for any accessories. I would unconditionally recommend Clarissa Boutique for any bride.
Reviewed On 10/31/2018 by Kate T
I went to Clarissa’s Bridal Salon for a number of items for my wedding including a stunning headpiece and a fascinator for my high tea themed bridal shower. The pieces at the salon are beautiful and affordable. They also do wonderful custom wor...
k. If you need to buy some accessories to complete your wedding look, go to Clarissa’s. I had a great experience every time I was there.
Reviewed On 10/16/2018 by chelsea A
Everyone at Clarissa's is so welcoming and helpful! They were able to fix a hole in my mom's veil and press it to make it look brand new! I wanted to wear my mom's veil so much and I am so so thankful I found Clarissa's. They have such a great ...
selection of hair combs/pins and they took they time to find the perfect one with me. Thank you thank you!
Reviewed On 10/08/2018 by Abby K
The best!!!! I highly recommend Clarissa boutique. I got my dress altered, veil, jewelry, and bridesmaids jewelry here and could not have been happier. They are so helpful with picking out pieces and creating the perfect look. Every appointment...
was a wonderful experience. Their selection is unmatched and do custom work! Every bride needs to go to Clarissa boutique. Thank you all for your help to make my day so special!!
Reviewed On 10/04/2018 by Olivia S
I purchased my jewelry and custom made hair piece here. I received tons of compliments on both! Such a cute boutique. I highly recommend them to any Pittsburgh, or non Pittsburgh, bride! :)
Reviewed On 8/29/2018 by Laura P
I had the most wonderful experience at Clarissa's Boutique! They really know their stuff there and truly helped to make my veil and head piece decision so easy and just perfect!
Reviewed On 8/14/2018 by Megan E
Clarissa Boutique was wonderful. I LOVED going there and was always well taken care of. Gretchen was great to work with and always accommodating to my needs. I ordered my earrings, bridesmaid earrings, hair comb, garter from the boutique and go...
t my dress altered there as well. All of the jewelry was beautiful and my dress looked perfect on our wedding day!
Reviewed On 7/31/2018 by Judy K
Clarissa Boutique is wonderful! The ladies there make it an enjoyable and stress free experience. Our first visit was to add detail to my daughter’s wedding dress. They spent hours trying to design the perfect bow to compliment her dress. The ...
alterations were done with perfection. Their opinions on veils led to a perfect decision. It is beautiful and looks elegant with the gown. Of all our bridal experiences, we feel Clarissa’s was one of our favorites. Gretchen and Penny are so professional, talented and delightful ladies. We highly recommend Clarissa Boutique.
Response from the Vendor on 08/01/2018
It was our pleasure to work with you and your daughter. We are so happy you had a pleasant experience. We wish her and her new husband a life filled with happiness !! Thank you sooo much.
Reviewed On 7/17/2018 by Julia S
My custom made blusher was perfect and super easy to get done. Very knowledgable staff that helped me find the perfect tiara/earring combination for my big day too! Love everything in their store!
Reviewed On 5/14/2018 by Kathleen W
I absolutely loved this place. Not only did I buy my wedding dress there but they were able to restore my mother's wedding veil that was over 35 years old and not preserved. I loved working with the ladies there who were very kind and answered...
all of my questions. With one on one attention I felt very comfortable here. Highly recommend everyone to visit!
Response from the Vendor on 05/15/2018
Thank you. We love working with restoration pieces, they are so special. We are glad were happy with everything. We wish you and your husband the best in the future.
Reviewed On 4/30/2018 by Monica O
Shopping at Clarissa Boutique was one of my favorite parts of wedding planning! They had so many beautiful options to select from and the ladies in the store were so friendly and helpful. I ended up falling in love with a headband that they wer...
e able to convert into a gorgeous comb headpiece - it was truly stunning. I also bought a pair of earrings that were very glamorous yet so comfortable and lightweight! If you're looking for unique, elegant bridal jewelry and accessories, absolutely check them out!
Response from the Vendor on 05/01/2018
Congratulations!! Thank you for your kind words. We strive to make every brides experience at Clarissa Boutique a positive one. Best wishes for a healthy happy life together !!
Reviewed On 2/18/2018 by Mallory S
Clarissa Boutique is the BEST! I would highly recommend the experienced staff, atmosphere, selection, and overall positive experience to all brides! They helped me put my wedding looks and vision into reality and I cannot thank them enough! ...
I purchased my veil, headpiece, earrings, and bracelet, as well as my bridesmaids earrings and hair pieces! I also purchased various special gifts for my bridesmaids and family members, that I could not pass up; their selection is fantastic! Hands down the best vendor I was able to work with during my wedding!
Reviewed On 2/11/2018 by Kimberly L
I went to Clarissa's looking for a veil only and I ended up falling in LOVE with the first veil they showed me there. I do not remember the name of who my mom and I worked with, but we showed her photos of my dress and she just made all the rig...
ht recommendations after that. The veil I purchased was brand new and had never even been tried on before. She also ended up showing me hair accessories that complimented the veil perfectly and I did end up purchasing those as well. So for my budget and time it was well worth the trip, they also gave my a coupon for the next time I come back which I may use for a friend's wedding. Well worth the stop in a shop I have walked past so many times.
Response from the Vendor on 02/12/2018
Thank you so much for the kind words. We love what we do here and are so glad your experience was a pleasant one! Best wishes for many happy years together.
Reviewed On 12/17/2017 by Ashley M
I purchased my gorgeous earrings from Clarissa’s. They had a great selection of earrings and other accessories. The staff was so helpful, even finding a gown similarly cut as mine to pin to me as I tried on the different earrings. Definitely re...
commend for bridal jewelry needs!
Response from the Vendor on 12/18/2017
Thank you ! We try to make each brides experience with us a positive one. We wish you every joy and happiness in your new lives together.
Reviewed On 11/01/2017 by Abigail H
I have so many good things to say about my experience with the staff at Clarissa Boutique! Through all aspects of wedding accessories (belts, jewelry, and alterations), the ladies at Clarissa's exceeded all of my expectations. My first purchase...
at the store was a custom belt for my MOH, who wore a black of the rack dress. They worked with me (and the dress) to figure out what would match my bridal gown, as well as the correct placement since my MOH lived out of town. Needless to say she looked extraordinary! The team sewed the belt into place, added custom beading, and even steamed the dress so that when I picked it up everything was ready to go. They truly go the extra mile for every bride! After this experience I knew that I needed to go back to Clarissa's for my bridal jewelry. I found the most beautiful headpiece for a high bun, as well as earrings for myself and the mother of the bride. With a 15% off coupon, everything was more than reasonably priced, matched my dress and style perfectly, and came in ahead of schedule. The final interaction that I had with Clarissa was for my rehearsal dinner. I purchased a hi-lo hem gown online that was significantly marked down. When it arrived, the fit was okay but a bit snug (bridal sizes are difficult). The ladies at Clarissa worked their magic and were able to transform my dress into something worthy of a wedding day, not just a rehearsal dinner! Not only did they adjust the fit, but they modified the hemline to perfection. For any alterations, accessories, gowns, or advice, visit the ladies at Clarissa. They were an absolute pleasure to work with.
Response from the Vendor on 11/13/2017
We are so glad to hear you had a positive experience. we strive to give each of our brides individual attention and a true bridal experience. We wish you and your husband a life filled with joy and happiness.
Reviewed On 10/12/2017 by Sara Jane G
Clarissa Boutique was great and easy to work with. I worked with Earldine to make a custom veil that would go with my dress. She had different lace appliques that we worked with to make the veil. It came out beautifully and I am so happy with ...
it. Earldine was great to work with and the vision of the veil came together beautifully.
Response from the Vendor on 10/25/2017
We are so pleased that you were happy with your veil and had a good experience at Clarissa Boutique. We strive to provide great customer service and treat each bride as an individual to reach her desired look. Best wishes for a happy healthy ...
life together !!
Reviewed On 9/16/2017 by Stephen N
The stylists at Clarissa's were incredibly helpful with helping me design a veil that perfectly complemented my wedding dress. Their prices were quite affordable - about half the cost of what I had been quoted at other salons, and the quality w...
as impeccable. They had everything ready even earlier than expected and even suggested I bring the veil back to be pressed after my last fitting so it would be in perfect shape for the wedding. Highly recommend!
Reviewed On 9/11/2017 by Bethany B
Great experience at Clarissa Boutique. They have a nice selection of jewelry, belts, veils and many other bridal elements. I got my veil custom made by them for a reasonable price and it turned out lovely. Also got my earrings there. The we...
re a little pricey but really nice quality and unique design so I think I will wear them again at some point. The women at Clarissa were always very helpful and focused. You could tell they cared a lot about each bride's wedding and choices for style elements. I ended up also getting all of my bridesmaids' earrings there as well, and they were affordable ($25/pair) and great quality. The women at the boutique worked with me to make the earrings exactly what I wanted and were patient when I would be indecisive too. The earrings then came individually gift wrapped very nicely so that I didn't need to do anything but plop them in a bag and hand them out to my bridesmaids the day before the wedding.
Response from the Vendor on 09/13/2017
Thank you so much for the compliment. WE love working with our brides to find the perfect accessories. We want to congratulate you and wish you a lifetime of happiness.
Reviewed On 7/01/2017 by Jennifer S
I had bought my dress from another bridal salon. I brought my dress with me to try on to accessorize it. My dress came with a belt that I did not like, and Clarissa's had many belts that looked wonderful with my dress. They also put earrings, n...
ecklaces bracelets, veils and head pieces on me. It was such a fun time to be pampered. I can not remember the woman who helped me but she treated my dress with a lot of respect. They were not pushy when it came to buying anything. I did end up buying a belt, bracelet, and head piece there. I absolutely would recommend this shop to anyone who need accessories. time to be dressed up.
Reviewed On 6/29/2017 by Elizabeth O
Two points of advice for brides considering Clarissa Boutique. First, please manage your expectations before you make an appointment. If a staff person tells you over the phone that you will be able to try on your dress before you try on access...
ories, that is not the case. I asked for the opportunity to try on my dress before I tried accessories, and I was turned down. (Even if that was a miscommunication, regardless, I was never invited to try on the dress afterward, which I had been promised over the phone.) Second, please DO NOT bring your wedding dress to the salon. I did, and I regret it. Before my appointment, I received my dress new from another bridal salon. The dress was carefully packaged in a garment bag and folded inside a shipping box with tissue paper. Prior, I had only tried on the dress once. It has intricate beading from top to bottom, and it is extremely delicate. Any imperfections caused by improper handling WILL become future costs, paid by me, in alterations. For obvious reasons, I intend to handle my dress with utmost care until my wedding day, and I expected that others would do the same. Consequently, I was shocked that as soon as I arrived for my appointment, and I turned away to help my mother sit down, a staff person had taken my box, UNPACKED MY DRESS, removed it from the garment bag, and unceremoniously hung it against a wall, without asking my permission or even verbally notifying me that she was doing so. Then, the same staff person began casually handling my dress as she talked, with no apparent purpose, plucking continuously at the sides and bodice of the dress with her fingers. Her fingers were covered in jewelry just waiting to snag on the material. My breath caught in my throat. After a minute of this (in which my mother protested at the risk of her jewelry snagging, which the staff person ignored), I finally asked the staff person if she could please not touch my dress needlessly. She stepped back from the dress. But she then responded by telling me that "it's just a dress," and I "need to learn to relax." She insisted that they handle wedding dresses all the time, and that they knew what they were doing. That may be true. However, I am not sorry to say that my wedding dress is NOT "just" a dress, it is my one and only wedding dress, which I traveled to another city to find, and purchased at great expense. I cherish it and hope to keep it in the best possible condition until my wedding day, when it can get dirty or damaged as it likes. This was not an isolated incident. At least one other staff person similarly approached the dress and casually began handling it as she talked, when there was no cause for her to do so. Again, this staff person's hands were also covered in jewelry, just waiting to snag on the beads. I finished that interaction feeling stunned, like a deer in the headlights. In fairness, after this, we were able to have a productive appointment. The staff were flexible in accommodating my interest in a custom veil; they had good ideas to re-use my mother's wedding gown; and they had a good selection of accessories at better-than-typical prices. However, due to the shock of my initial experience, I would have left immediately, if it weren't for the fact that my elderly mother was with me-- a rare occasion, since her health limits her ability to go out-- and I didn't want to spoil the experience for her. Be cautious. Relatively good prices may not justify doing business here.
Response from the Vendor on 06/30/2017
We are sorry you were not pleased with your experience. Best wishes to you as you continue planning your wedding.
Reviewed On 6/26/2017 by christine g
I absolutely LOVED my earrings and necklace from Clarissa Boutique! Penny was so helpful and accommodating while I tried on different pieces. Everything in the store was so beautiful, you won't be disappointed!
Reviewed On 6/24/2017 by Niki W
Clarissa boutique did a fabulous job with my hair piece. They took something they had and customized it to perfectly match my dress!! I can't wait to wear it on my wedding day!!
Reviewed On 6/21/2017 by Lia M
Made my mother's veil look brand new with a new cathedral veil that went seamlessly with the original headpiece. Because the headpiece was a larger, 80s style they also suggested cutting it to fit my head and made matching pins for my sisters a...
nd flower girl out of the leftover pieces- they are now priceless heirlooms!
Reviewed On 5/19/2017 by Yvette R
I bought my wedding earrings, hair piece, and a cathedral veil here. The workers were amazing. They worked with me and helped to design a beautiful lace cathedral veil. I received so many compliments on my veil. They made it exactly how I wante...
d it and then some. They do amazing work.
Reviewed On 4/15/2017 by Laura D
I bought a hair piece and a necklace from this boutique. They were extremely professional and helpful. The hair pieces are custom made to your liking. My mother-in-law and I spent a good deal of time trying on different clips and they were ve...
ry accommodating. I wanted a necklace to go with my vintage rhinestone earrings and found a great one. They even cleaned and and replaced the chain.
Response from the Vendor on 04/21/2017
We are so glad you had a good experience! We want to wish you a lifetime of happiness. Please send us or tag us in photos after the big day, we would love to see your final look!
Reviewed On 3/30/2017 by Jessica S
I purchased my hair pieces from here and they are absolutely beautiful!! They had so many beautiful flowers to choose from as well as many hair pieces with bling! Everyone was so nice to work with and are able to make custom pieces! My mom got ...
her hair piece as well as my maid of honor! They also added fabric embroidery pieces to our unity candle to match the fabric on my dress! This boutique is amazing and I recommend anyone to go here for jewelry, unity candles, money bags, and so much more!!
Response from the Vendor on 03/31/2017
We at Clarissa are always so happy to read about our brides that had a great experience in our shop! We would like to wish you a lifetime of happiness! Please tag us in photos after the big day!
Reviewed On 2/08/2017 by Jennifer G
I purchased my wedding dress here last summer. Wonderful service here! I have another fitting to get things complete but from the first initial appointment and the first fitting was an amazing experience for a bride. As long as you are open to ...
off the rack dresses, the prices are amazing and its worth checking out to see if you can find a dress. Not a huge selection but they change out a lot so worth checking out. This was my first stop and I picked I think it was the 3rd or 4th dress I tried on. It’s a very intimate experience. No crazy crowds of people. The focus was on just me both times. The first fitting was fun. Very overwhelming for myself because I had to make a lot of decisions but it went smooth and I loved how much they cared to help me make the right choices. I ended up buying everything there, the dress, veil, headpiece and having some lace added to my dress. I cannot wait to go back to see the finished dress. I recommend this place to everyone I talk to that’s looking for a dress.
Reviewed On 1/25/2017 by Dima F
i absolutely loved everything about the boutique, the staff was very helpful and accommodating, the ladies helped with alteration and gown accessories, i highly recommend. Thank you Clarissa Boutique for making my day even more exceptional
Reviewed On 12/20/2016 by Ciara C
LOVED everything about this boutique! The ladies were extremely professional and helpful. I had a custom veil ordered which turned out beautiful and at a very reasonable cost. I also got my earnings and hair pins here, as well. I would defi...
nitely recommend them for all of your bridal accessories!
Reviewed On 11/12/2016 by Stephanie H
I bought my headpiece, earrings and bracelet from Clarissa's. The accessories were SO perfect and were the perfect additions to complete my bridal look. Working with the staff was great and they were very helpful in helping me make my decisio...
ns. I was able to find earrings and a bracelet that I will definitely be able to wear again which I love. The bracelet is made at Clarissa's and they have other custom bridal pieces as well. Definitely check them out if you are looking for the perfect bridal accessories - they have so many options and something for every bride!!
Reviewed On 10/08/2016 by Christina H
I was searching for a headband to wear on my wedding day, as well as a belt for my Maid of Honor. I went to Clarissa's after being referred by a friend and I'm so glad I did! The women there were WONDERFUL. So helpful and sweet! The first time ...
I went, (without an appointment) they spent plenty of time helping me look for and try on headbands. I showed them photos of my dress and veil and they did the rest! Once I decided on a few that I liked, I went back with my mom a few weeks later. We then realized that the headband I had fallen in love with was a bit out of my price range (around $200 out of it), but again I was overly impressed with the helpfulness from the staff! They worked with my budget and came up with a custom headband for me that was exactly what I was looking for! They also helped me come up with a very inexpensive belt option for my Maid of Honor. They had me come back with her and her dress so they could help me decide how best to fit the belt, gave suggestions on how to get it sewn on the dress by the seamstress, and again spent tons of time with us! I would highly recommend Clarissa's to all brides! :)
Reviewed On 10/07/2016 by Haleigh K
Amazing and honest service and BEST value i found while still having amazing quality. I got a cathedral length white veil with silk lining for $155! Other stores were quoting me $299-550. Highly reccomend for veils. My clerk helped me try on st...
yles, looked at my dress, gave options and really helped me out. It only took a week or 2, they called when it was finished and I picked it up with ease.
Reviewed On 9/21/2016 by Cassandra S
I purchased my veil and belt from Clarissa Boutique. We visited this shop after another bridal shop where we were left feeling disheartened because nothing seemed right and everything was overpriced. Clarissa was the opposite! I loved almost ev...
erything I tried on and the employees of the shop were so kind and helpful. The way my veil looked was so simple, elegant and classy. I really wanted to wear a blusher, and the way this fingertip-length veil looked with it was breathtaking. It really made me feel like a bride! The belt that I purchased totally transformed my dress. It was absolutely perfect! My veil was custom made and came in in what seemed like no time at all. The selection was great as well. I found the perfect accessories for my look, but there were many other options I tried on before settling on mine. To summarize, I would recommend this shop to anyone searching for a classic look for your bridal accessories. For a bridal shop, they are not overpriced. You will be given the best customer service and leave with a superior product.
Response from the Vendor on 09/22/2016
We at Clarissa are always so happy to read about our brides that had a great experience in ourshop!We would like to wish you a lifetime of happiness!
Reviewed On 9/12/2016 by Leah R
I bought my dress at another dress shop and after getting an outrageous estimate for alterations, my friend recommended Clarissa Boutique. I cannot speak highly enough about Gretchen as a seamstress. She's extremely professional and talented. M...
y dress was quite detailed, with multiple layers of chiffon and lace, and she was able to alter and bustle it perfectly! Not only is she incredible at what she does, but Clarissa Boutique as a whole is a great experience. I felt so welcomed every time I came in for an appointment and everyone was so helpful throughout the whole process. Unlike the other shop I had been to, I truly felt like Gretchen and the whole staff were in my corner and wanted this dress to look perfect for my big day. I'm so thankful for my experience with Clarissa Boutique and recommend it to anyone!
Reviewed On 8/11/2016 by Megan C
Everyone at Clarissa's Boutique was wonderful to work with! I bought my jewelry and veil here and I received so many compliments on both. Gretchen did an awesome job with my alterations and my dress fit absolutely perfect. I would highly recomm...
end them to anyone looking for alterations, veils, and jewelry!!
Response from the Vendor on 08/30/2016
Thank you so much. We love to hear from our brides after their weddings to know that everything was just as they hoped. Best wishes for a long and happy life together !!!
Reviewed On 8/02/2016 by Melissa F
Great pricing of my headpiece & veil that was very similar to ones I found elsewhere, but much more expensive elsewhere. They helped me incorporate the pearls and bling of my bracelet, with the opalescence and bling in my headpiece and all of ...
these aspects into my earrings they had special ordered! This shop stayed open 10-15 minutes past closing time twice for me to make my decision as I was coming right after work. very accommodating and a great find!
Response from the Vendor on 08/03/2016
We at Clarissa Boutique are so happy that you enjoyed your experience. We strive to make each bride feel that they have the personalized service each deserves. Glad you were happy with all your choices. Best wishes for a long and happy life to...
gether!!!
Reviewed On 7/24/2016 by Gina Z
I had such a wonderful experience! These ladies helped me pick out various head pieces, veils, and jewelry. The woman there also made a matching garter to a Penn State one I found there. They also have heavily discounted wedding gowns! I highly...
recommend this place!!
Response from the Vendor on 07/28/2016
We were so glad to assist you in choosing accessories for your wedding. We are pleased you had a great experience in our store. Best wishes for a life full of happiness !!!
Reviewed On 7/08/2016 by Alice X
I loved Clarissa Boutique! I got my veil, headpiece, and earrings there, and everything was perfect! I got so many compliments on the custom "bubble" veil, and it was definitely solidly made. All the jewelry in the shop is elegant and beautiful...
, and the staff was very helpful while I was trying everything on. The prices are reasonable too, especially considering what some other boutiques in the area charge. I would definitely recommend Clarissa to any bride looking for something unique.
Response from the Vendor on 07/13/2016
Thanks for the great review! We love working with our brides to find their perfect accessories. Hope your wedding day was perfect and best wishes for the future!!
Reviewed On 6/30/2016 by Vivienne T
Clarissa Boutique was awesome! I ended up talking to the jewelry designer personally when I couldn't find anything that quite fit what I was thinking of. She reworked a pair of earrings for me to be the design I was looking for and they were ab...
solutely perfect! I got so many compliments. Naturally, I came back when I wanted to get earring and necklace sets for my bridesmaids and flower girls! The designer helped me and my MOH design the pieces. She made them all in a few weeks and wrapped them in cute boxes with ribbons so I could give them out at the rehearsal dinner. Awesome experience! :)
Response from the Vendor on 07/13/2016
We are so glad you had a great experience and you were happy with all the custom pieces. Congratulations and we wish you and your husband a life full of happiness !!
Reviewed On 2/02/2016 by a member
i could not begin to say how wonderful, helpful and convenient the staff at Clarissa's Boutique were. We planned a wedding in less than 3 months and from the moment I walked in the staff were extremely nice, not pushy at all and compared to oth...
er bridal stores where I was being pushed in to sales and being overly sold to the complete opposite can be said about Clarissa's boutique. Any and every accessory you can possibly think of and their great selection of wedding gowns makes this my number one go to recommendation for every bride!! Thank you for all your help and great care you took of me!!
Reviewed On 11/08/2015 by Candace o
I went to Clarissa Boutique looking to see if they carried a veil that I found and loved online. Unfortunately, the original vendor only sells at two locations on the west coast and doesn't allow for returns or exchanges. I went to Clarissa's l...
ooking for a needle in a haystack and they not only came through but produced something even better and for $75 less than the original vendor. I worked with Earldine, who is not only professional and meticulous but extremely nice as well! The majority of our coordination was done via email and phone, since I live out of town. She warned me from the beginning that the veil would not be an exact replica, but I admit, I was altitude disappointed and worried. In the end, it was better than the original, since she was able to use beads from my dress on the veil and form it to fit my face/hair exactly. I couldn't be happier with the end result and encourage others to use this vendor as well! While shopping for my veil I also found earrings for my wedding day - oddly enough, I had already purchased earrings because I couldn't find the Art Deco style that I was looking for. Clarissa's has a wide variety of styles to choose from and I wish that I would have looked there first and saved my money from the first pair of earrings! I can't say enough good things about this store and am very grateful for finding it!
Response from the Vendor on 11/09/2015
Thank you so much for your kind words. We are so happy when we can make our brides happy,we love what we do. We are glad you were pleased with our custom work and best wishes.
Reviewed On 10/23/2015 by Emily H
Clarissa Boutique was the perfect place to find my dress! Before I mention what they offer, I have to mention the staff. Everyone I worked with was caring and helpful. They were engaged in my experience. They offered expert advice when I wa...
s confused about what all I should be doing and always seemed interested in how I was doing emotionally and how the wedding plans were going. In terms of what Clarissa offers, they have many affordable dresses and they were so easy to work with when I wanted to make some changes to the dress that I chose. They made sure that it fit perfectly and looked how I hoped it would look. I also was very grateful that they had veils and jewelry there as well. I got a veil and handmade earrings and a bracelet that were very affordable.
Reviewed On 10/16/2015 by Caitlin H
Everyone we dealt with at Clarissa's was extremely knowledgeable, professional, friendly, and highly skilled. They took my dress from off the rack at David's Bridal and turned it into a one of a kind masterpiece that looked like a million bucks...
and fit like a glove. I also bought my jewelry and some accessories from them and they helped me make sure all my pieces complimented each other very well. They listened very closely to what I wanted and delivered. Not only that, but they went above and beyond, adding little extras like a loop for me to hold the train up that made the experience all that much more enjoyable. The price was highly reasonable for the services I received, they were considerably lower actually than other places where I have received less quality service for bridal party alterations in the past.
Reviewed On 10/12/2015 by Jessica M
I had a wonderful experience at Clarissa Boutique! I went there 4 days before my wedding because I had make a last minute decision to add a belt to my dress. After speaking with the staff, they offered to make me an organza belt that would bu...
tton into my dress for a seamless look. I was nothing short of astonished when they said they could have it the next day! It was a perfect addition to my bridal look and I am so glad that I went to Clarissa Boutique! I highly recommend them to any bride!
Reviewed On 9/24/2015 by Jamelle S
Jeannie made my earrings and bracelette for my wedding and they were beautiful and done in a timely manner! I also got my veil and headpeice from here as well!
Reviewed On 8/05/2015 by Sara M
I am living in Chicago but have come back to Pittsburgh to do a lot of my wedding shopping due to the higher prices and taxes for just about everything. As I was wrestling with how to find a nice classic veil without paying the exorbitant pric...
es the bridal boutiques try to charge I was referred to Clarissa Boutique. I can't say enough about the service that I received when I visited. From the minute I walked in and showed them the pic of my dress and described my style they showed me options they thought would suit me. Gave me plenty of time to review and I ended up ordering a veil for WAY less than I would have paid elsewhere. I also found they had a nice selection of hair accessories and ended up getting one of those as well. The veil (made there at the store) was ready early and they were nice enough to help my mom pack it up for shipping to Chicago as well. I highly recommend any Pittsburgh bride to stop by and visit Clarissa if you are looking for any bridal accessories.
Reviewed On 7/25/2015 by Kaylyn G
I had a wonderful experience working with the ladies at Clarissa's. I ended up buying my jewelry there, and a few other pieces of jewelry there for my flower girls (it is so hard to find formal jewelry for little girls!). I only got my wedding ...
gown alterations done there, and everything was great. If they felt unclear about something, they called me up and asked if I wanted to come in and make sure that "X" or "Y" was what I wanted for my dress. They are so knowledgeable there, have so much experience, and they are so calm and kind and helpful. I highly recommend Clarissa Boutique for any bridal accessories and especially gown alterations!
Reviewed On 7/08/2015 by Amanda L
Dresses were gorgeous, and they let you in the room to try on as many as you want! It's like being a little girl playing dress-up. I got my dress altered there as well, because we couldn't beat the level of expertise and the prices. Couldn't re...
commend this place more. They made me feel like a princess!
Reviewed On 7/08/2015 by Lyndsay B
The women at this boutique are wonderful. They are extremely friendly and helpful! I ordered a custom veil and bought costume jewelry from them. The veil was perfect! The only thing I can say regarding the value is that at the end of the day, t...
he diamonds are not real. Some of the price tags may make you think otherwise. However, I really loved the earrings,bracelet, and hair pins I purchased here. The ladies will be cognizant of your budget if you are direct with them. Overall, great boutique and great people.
Reviewed On 6/10/2015 by jillian K
Clarissa Boutique did a fantastic job from altering my dress, creating a very easy bustle on what was a complicated dress to bustle given the lightweight and delicate material, and helping me to create a perfect blusher veil. I also purchased m...
y head piece from Clarissa and was so pleased. The ladies are fantastic at guiding you to create the perfect look and the workmanship was unparalleled. Very pleased with the end result and had so many compliments on my dress the day of the wedding. Would absolutely recommend Clarissa Boutique to anyone in the Pittsburgh area! I did not purchase my dress from the shop, but they were completely welcoming throughout my entire experience!
Reviewed On 6/04/2015 by Taylor M
I was searching for the perfect mix of pearl and silver in a bracelet. I searched online everywhere and couldn't find it then remembered Clarissa Boutique. They had exactly what I was looking for! They had one that would have worked just fin...
e but they made me a new one to match my earring pearl color exactly and a perfect fit on my wrist. They had it made in less than 2 weeks too. It was very reasonably priced for such a great product. Can't wait to wear it on my wedding!
Reviewed On 5/27/2015 by Allison C
Very friendly and helpful staff. I had a garter handmade from my mom's wedding dress for my "something old" and it turned out so lovely. They were able to keep the original shape of the big "80's" lace and use the beadwork as well. It was also ...
done very quickly as I planned my wedding in just a few weeks. I will be returning to this shop when it's time to have a christening gown made for my little one.
Reviewed On 2/05/2015 by Julie E
Clarissa Boutique was AMAZING to work with! They have a discounted wedding dress section- brand new designer dresses at half the price! (Seriously, check that out, it’s no joke! The website pictures do it no justice). Their staff was so help...
ful and fun in the whole process of trying on dresses and ‘blinging me out’ with their one-of- a-kind jewelry - the first dress I tried on was THE one! It was a beautiful Maggie Sottero with intricate beading and lace. The alterations were perfect and right on! My dress looked amazing (and most importantly I felt amazing)!!! I found my veil and swarovski crystal hairclip there as well. I went to pick up my dress the day before my wedding- the ladies who had worked on my dress delicately placed it into my car and gave me a hug. I knew my beautiful wedding dress had been lovingly worked on and care for! I highly recommend Clarissa Boutique for alterations, veils, jewelry and wedding dresses!
Reviewed On 2/04/2015 by Kim W
A must stop BEFORE you buy elsewhere!! Great prices and extremely helpful staff!! Can't say enough about the wonderful people who staff this boutique. They even have lace and Parker Buttons!!!
Reviewed On 1/20/2015 by Sarah K
I purchased my dress from another salon but was looking for somewhere with a good reputation to take my dress for alterations. It was truly my perfect dress and although not much needed to be done to it, the skirt was layered and delicate and I...
wanted to make sure it was done right and that the bustle would look good. Clarissa Boutique did not disappoint. Gretchen did my alterations, just needing to hem the skirt and put cups into the dress. The hem that I thought would be complicated she made so easy and beautifully executed. The bustle was simple for my bridesmaids to do and it maintained the integrity of the skirt which is what I really wanted. The price was also reasonable from what I understand some other salons charge, and truly a great value as I was very pleased with the service we received and the way the dress turned out.
Reviewed On 12/12/2014 by a member
Clarissa Boutique is a wonderful bridal fashions shop! I was struggling to find the perfect bridal jewelry, came across their website and boy am I glad I did! The shop owner was very helpful and friendly, allowing me to try on necklaces and ear...
rings and even brought over a strapless wedding gown to hold up so I could get an idea of what the jewelry would look like with my own gown! I wanted to find something simple that I would be able to wear again for other special occasions and that is exactly what I got. They have a style for everyone though! They also make custom jewelry. I purchased a pearl bracelet that was a little large when a went to pick it up. The owner sized it right there before I left and I was so glad she was able to do that in only a few minutes. I was highly impressed with the selection and service and would recommend the shop to any bride!
Reviewed On 9/21/2014 by Darya F
The store has a lot of options from hair pins to earrings to necklaces and veils. The prices are reasonable and the quality is superb. They also have a back-room with some discounted last-season wedding dresses -- great price for some pretty a...
wesome gowns. The staff were very courteous and knowledgable.
Reviewed On 9/16/2014 by Anna N
Clarissa Boutique is a bride's dream store! Their headpieces and custom veils are gorgeous and they have a large jewelry selection. I had my alterations done there as well and during my first fitting was able to try on multiple headpieces, jewe...
lry looks, and different veil lengths. They helped me decide on the "look" I wanted with my headpiece and jewelry! The alterations were done flawlessly and my custom veil looked stunning in photographs. I absolutely loved all of my accessories and would highly recommend Clarissa Boutique to any bride! :)
Reviewed On 8/07/2014 by Laura L
I bought my headband and garter from Clarissa's Boutique and they were both gorgeous!! The headband was so awesome and I got so many compliments on it. I also bought one of the custom lace garters and it was beautiful. I highly recommend chec...
king out Clarissa's when looking for wedding accessories.
Reviewed On 7/21/2014 by Amanda W
Jeanne, at the boutique was so helpful to bring my attire all together. I was able to bring in my dress and find jewelry to match perfectly. She even was able to made alterations to the necklace to make it longer to work with the dress at no ex...
tra cost. They are a bit over priced, but it is wedding stuff so it's expected. Luckily my grandmother bought my jewelry. Wonderful and unique place to find something special to wear on ur special day! Love them!
Reviewed On 3/07/2014 by Beth C
I purchased my custom made veil from Clarissa's and I could not be happier. I am wearing a blush and ivory dress and was having a hard time find the veil that would look right. The employees at the shop was able to find the perfect veil just b...
y looking at a picture of my dress. I would highly recommend to anyone looking for a veil. I had a veil made to my liking in a reasonable amount of time and a fraction of the cost the bridal stores wanted to charge.
Reviewed On 1/13/2014 by saranachou123
I searched online and found great reviews about Clarissa and gave it a try. I am happy with my decision. Gretchen did a great job on alternation. I also bought my veil and tiara here. Very friendly! Will recommend to anyone!
Reviewed On 1/11/2014 by Stephanie L
I have always loved window shopping at Clarissa Boutique whenever I am in South Side--they have such lovely accessories all the time! I was not happy with the selection of veils and accessories at the bigger box stores I was going to, so I went...
to Clarissa for my veil and jewelry. I am very glad I did! I received personalized service to pick out a veil--they helped me try on many different fabrics, shapes, lengths, etc until we found the right look with my dress. The veil was custom measured and made for me at a much lower price than a mass-manufactured veil at other stores. I shopped around for wedding jewelry as well and again could not find anything I liked at other stores. Clarissa Boutique's selection is interesting, unique, and very affordable. I loved the tiara, necklace, and earrings I found there--I wear the necklace and earrings on many special occasions now. I highly recommend going to Clarissa Boutique for veils/accessories. Their prices are comparable to (if not better than) other stores, and I have always received a warm welcome from the staff. I recommend the store to anyone I know who needs accessories for a special occasion!
Reviewed On 10/13/2013 by Stephanie H
The women at Clarissa's were super helpful and patient. I ordered my headpiece and bridesmaids jewelry through them and everything came out perfect. They even added lace to my headpiece to match my dress. They had a lot of really cute and uniqu...
e wedding accessories as well!
Reviewed On 10/07/2013 by Renee K
The ladies at Clarissa's turned my wedding gown from 37 years ago in to a Christening gown for my granddaughter. They used the bead work on the top of the dress and the bonnet. My daughter was more than thrilled at the amazing job they did, i...
t is BEAUTIFUL!!!!!! My daughter also got married in 2006 and used them all of her wedding needs; alterations, veil, headpiece, jewelry, and the ring bearer pillow and flower girl basket. We go to Clarissa's for all of our special occasion needs, you should too!!!!!
Reviewed On 10/07/2013 by Gulyuza W
I had a last minute wedding celebration this past August, and the girls at Clarissa's boutique were wonderful! Very professional and my dress was ready in no time!!! I felt like a princess on my special day! Thanks, Clarissa's boutique! :)
Reviewed On 10/06/2013 by Rachel S
I got married in September 2012, and in the months leading up to the wedding, I spent several afternoons at Clarissa Boutique, where I ended up getting my headpiece and custom bracelet, bridesmaids' jewelry, and mother-of-the-bride jewelry. The...
ladies who own the shoppe are absolutely lovely, patient, and incredibly helpful. They never make you feel rushed and really take the time to find out what their brides want. Once I had picked the perfect beaded hair comb, they worked with me to create a lovely birdcage veil that transformed an already beautiful piece into a stunning fascinator. They also created a beautiful beaded bracelet for my teeny tiny wrist, and when it didn't fit quite right the first time, they altered it no questioned asked. Picking out jewelry for my bridal party and my mother was just as pleasant, and the prices are incredibly reasonable as well. Needless to say, if you're a Pittsburgh bride in need of some sparkle, look no further than this Southside gem.
Reviewed On 9/29/2013 by tricia c
The ladies at Clarissa's were super easy to work with. They were so very helpful with everything from choosing a dress, choosing a veil, scheduling and completing the alterations. They made the dress buying experience so easy and wonderful!! T...
hey have a nice inventory and are great at what they do!! Thanks!!
Reviewed On 8/12/2013 by Jackie C
I had a great experience at Clarissa Boutique! I actually ended up getting all of my jewelry (earrings, headpiece, and bracelet) here. They are a very talented group, who were able to help me match all of my jewelry and accessories down to th...
e tiniest detail that I wouldn't even have noticed without their help! They even were able to coordinate the veil to match the jewelry by adding little pearl beads. Again, something I would have missed had I not gone here! I did my alterations here as well to make it a complete one-stop shop. They did a phenomenal job, and I could not have had a better experience! I would highly recommend going here to get the personalized attention and creativity you deserve!
Reviewed On 6/09/2013 by Amanda S
I found the perfect headband here and earrings!! They also helped me realize what veil look I wanted. I purchased several gift items here as well. They added a little blue bling to my garter to make it my something blue. The staff is very talen...
ted, patient and helpful. A must go!
Reviewed On 4/22/2013 by Nicci I
We saw they were having a sale, and we wanted to check it out anyway. The ladies there were all very helpful and patient while we looked around. They helped me pick the perfect veil and gave me a couple color swatches so I could ensure it mat...
ched my dress perfectly. They also make their own jewelry! I had a bracelet and earrings custom made to match the necklace I’m wearing. My mom also got her mother of the bride jewelry there. Best of all, everything we purchased was ready within a few weeks.
Reviewed On 3/29/2013 by Julie H
I stopped into Clarissa's after already purchasing and being quite disappointed in a veil from another vendor. The service was fantastic. They took the time to find out exactly what I was looking for. I purchased a second veil at a very agre...
eable price and it was handmade and ready for pick-up within a week. I would recommend Clarissa's Boutique to any bride!
Reviewed On 3/16/2013 by Regan S
I have been told by a co-worker about Clarissa Boutique. So when I finally got engaged I thought that I would check it out. I went with my mom one Saturday down there looking for veils. I had in mind that I wanted an elbow length veil and no...
thing too fancy... The girl was very helpful and after trying on about 15 veils, I found one that I really loved. The girl has also suggested that with the type of style that my dress had, I should go with a fingertip length veil... I took her advice and I am so happy with the finished product. The veil is the perfect length and makes me feel like a princess. I can't wait for my future husband to see me coming down the aisle looking like a princess. Thank you Clarissa Boutiqe for the beautiful veil and great experience.
Reviewed On 12/10/2012 by Stephanie H
The service was amazing, and everyone in the store really cares about making sure your days is special. I would definitely recommend this store for any bride looking for the perfect dress and accessories.
Reviewed On 11/17/2012 by BRANDI B
The ladies at Clarissas were great and they did a great job fitting my wedding dress. My only hang-up is the bustle. They worked hard on my bustle and I was picky about it, but, even with the seven bustle points that I ended up with (at $10 per...
bustle point) the bustle didn't last 10 minutes. My mom and bridesmaids (and eventually guests) bustled, and re-bustled and re-bustled all night long. I finally gave up and carried it the rest of the night, which was a little tough for dancing and enjoying myself. By no means did I let this put a damper on my night but just as a heads-up for future brides; be sure the bustle stays before you leave the store!
Reviewed On 10/29/2012 by Megan M
I bought my dress elsewhere, but went to Clarissa for all my alterations. Their alteration prices are the same as local bridal stores, but the service is personal and professional. They did a great job and when I decided to add a sweetheart n...
eckline one week before the wedding, they never gave me a hard time or increased the price. They were very pleasant, supportive, and offered advice when I had trouble making decisions. I am recommending them to all my friends and family.
Reviewed On 10/21/2012 by Sherri S
Clarissa Boutique is truly one of a kind. They are the nicest people and do the best work of anyone I have ever seen. I bought my dress at a store in the North Hills of Pittsburgh but made the trek over to the South Side for my alterations and ...
I couldn't be happier. In fact, I was sad to have my last fitting because I really enjoyed visiting their store. My aunt stumbled upon their store when they were doing a bridal trunk show. I had already purchased my dress but hadn't bought any jewelry or even my veil yet. We decided to have my veil made there. I decided to do a blusher and a cathedral length veil. Besides the fact that their work is truly the best, it is sooooo reasonably priced too! In fact, it was cheaper for me to have my veils handmade versus buying them at the site where I had purchased my wedding dress. I ended up finding a tiara and jewelry that I loved and were fabulously made as well. They never pressured us on anything and rather gave their best advice and opinions. My mom and I even took a liking to their summer intern. They were just the nicest people to deal with and we say over and over again how easy they made everything for us. I am sure we will be back to visit them from time to time but we will also be recommending them to everyone we know!! Thanks Clarissa Boutique for everything! We feel so fortunate and blessed to have been able to work with you ladies.
Reviewed On 10/16/2012 by Heather F
I got my hairpieces, garter, earrings, veil, bridesmaids jewelry, flower girl baskets, flower girls hairpieces and broaches at Clarissa Boutique. Great selection and service. All your wedding needs under 1 tiny roof!
Reviewed On 10/14/2012 by Darcy P
My grandmother gave me one of her pearl necklaces to wear for my wedding day. Over time the color of the pearls has changed so I had a difficult time finding jewelry to match it. I took it in to Clarissa boutique and there wer able to match it ...
almost exactly. Once we chose the color, I designed custom earrings and a bracelet with the help of the staff. The pricing was extremely reasonable and the staff was very helpful and friendly. My mom and sister also purchased jewelry for the wedding there. They have so many options and accessories, we also rented a card box for the reception for $25.

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Clarissa Boutique was founded in 1950 by boutique founder Mary J. Narcisi. Mary’s passion for life and skill for design and workmanship was passed down to her daughters, who are the current owners of Clarissa Boutique: Penny, Gretchen, and Earldine. Following in Mary’s footsteps, the sisters feel blessed with the opportunity to carry on their mother’s legacy. Today, the family serves clients with devoted dedication that has reciprocated and grown for more than half a century.

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