Modest Bridal Stores

In the United States there are very few all-modest style only bridal shops. This means that the bridal store has made a commitment to serve brides that choose modesty. There are no strapless or over revealing dresses in the store.

I have had the opportunity to talk with some wonderful bridal store owners that have made the same commitment that I have.

If you're in the New Jersey area, I suggest visiting Couture De Bride owned by Tova Marc. She's an Israeli born bridal designer and her fashions are fabulous!

If you're in South Carolina, I suggest Simply Elegant owned by Dana Ellison. Mrs. Ellison is a Christian who has a passion for serving women that also choose modesty.

If you're in Texas, check out The Silver Hanger.

If you're close to Atlanta, please visit The Yellow Rose Bridal, owned by Julia Kilgore.

Of course, if you're close to the St. Louis area, I hope you will consider Chatfields Bridal Boutique..

Christian - Metro Voice Publication

The St. Louis News and Events Publication, Metro Voice contacted me after hearing we have become an all-modest bridal shop.
New Store Offers Gowns and Dresses for Modesty (Click here for the story)

A very special and heartfelt Thank You to Mr. Day for writing such a nice article about me and the shop.

I'm so humbled by the wonderful publicity my shop receives.

St. Louis Catholic Review - Virtue of Modesty

I was so happy to see a recent article in the St. Louis Catholic Review on encouraging Modesty.

August 20th article on "Living the virtue of modesty through dress and thought" by Jennifer Brinker.

Here is an excerpt:
As an ancient tradition, some of the liturgical items the Church holds sacred — the tabernacle, the ciborium, even the chalice — are covered.
Similarly, human beings should be treated with the same respect, said Colleen Hammond, a Catholic author and national speaker on the topic of modesty.
That’s why practicing the virtue of modesty is essential for Catholics, said Hammond, who wrote “Dressing with Dignity,” a book geared toward the topic of dressing modestly.
The former model and television meteorologist, who left her career to be at home with her four children, is based in Dallas, Texas.
“Our bodies are precious and we are not to use them and abuse them,” said Hammond. “The same is true in nature. Anything precious is difficult to get to,” such as diamonds, gold and pearls.

The entire article can be found online at: http://stlouisreview.com/article/2009-08-20/living-virtue-modesty

2009 UPCI General Conference

The UPCI General Conference for 2009 is being held in downtown St. Louis. I'd like to say a special thank you to so many of our UPC Brides that have suggested I have some type of representation.
Unfortunately I am too late to have a display booth. I know our happy brides will help spread the word to the thousands of Pentecostal sisters that there is a modest dress shop right here in St. Louis.
Thank You.

Modest Homecoming Dance Dress

I've been conflicted on stocking the store with modest homecoming dance dresses. It's not that there isn't a need, but a matter of mom's and girls finding me.

I'm going to stock up on several different designs. I love the designs that Beautifully Modest carries. It would be nice to have many options for women and girls of all ages.

KEZK 102.5 Summer Salute to Women Owned Business

KEZK salutes local working women in business with the "KEZK Summer Salute to Women". I was fortunate enough to be featured.

I will be on the air on Friday, August 7th at 6:30am.

From their website here is the bio:

KEZK Link (Select hear entire interview)

Debbie WelcherOwner / Founder Chatfields Bridal Boutique

Debbie Welcher always knew she had an Entrepreneurial spirit and had dreamed of owning her own boutique shop. Her dream became a reality over a year ago leaving a successful career as a Corporate Executive to start a unique bridal store featuring hard-to-find wedding gowns. With so many thriving bridal shops in the St. Louis area, she knew to be truly successful; she needed to offer brides something different.

Debbie saw firsthand how difficult it was to find a modest wedding gown based on her husband’s family religious beliefs. Many of the brides paid a great deal to alter the top so it would be suitable for their ceremony or purchased a dress on the internet. Almost all the brides were unhappy for what should be one of the happiest days of their lives.

Her tagline is An Unexpected Wedding Store, for Brides Expecting Something Special, and that’s exactly what her customers get. In an endless sea of strapless options, Chatfields serves brides that choose a modest wedding dress. Chatfields’ gowns feature modest necklines and sleeves of various lengths.

Many of her customers are religious brides, plus size brides, 2nd time brides and older brides. One of the benefits of choosing Chatfields Bridal shop is that she is familiar with the various faiths she serves. Many ceremonies require certain details about a wedding dress. Debbie has worked closely with religious leaders and her brides to understand the requirements, ensuring the brides’ dress is completely appropriate for her ceremony.

Debbie believes wholeheartedly that leaving the corporate world and opening her shop was the best decision she ever made.

Open House/One Year Anniversary Event

I'm thrilled to announce my one year anniversary. What a wonderful year it has been. Absolutely life changing.

Instead of a ribbon cutting ceremony, I am cutting a wedding cake. Knodels bakery has been so kind and offered to supply the wedding cake (and serve it). Their cakes are fantastic so this is a real treat for me.

I have asked local clergy to help me celebrate and make this a modesty event. Many faiths have asked me how other faiths support and encourage modesty. I've asked the various faiths to bring material and feel free to discuss with each other their success and frustrations.

I hope you can join this unique hour event to meet with many faiths in St. Louis.
The event is July 23rd (Thursday) at 11:00am.

If you have any questions, please contact me - 314.965.6565

Peter and Paul Community Services

I met Keith Deisner and Steve Campbell of the Peter and Paul Community Services this morning. What a wonderful organization in St. Louis, Missouri that provides housing and supportive services to the homeless. A majority of those they serve need mental health and drug abuse support. Click here for Peter and Paul Website

In the St. Louis area, most are familar with the Larry Rice, New Life Evangelistic Center, but the Peter and Paul Center is not as well known. My goal is to help support them to reach out to volunteers, raise funding and help with more recognition for their outstanding work in the community.

As many of you know, I am launching a new line of Modest Wedding dresses I designed. I plan to give a portion of my profits to the Peter and Paul Community Services and help them continue the great work they do. Keep posted for more information on Modest-Couture.