Mary and Brian Kilgore

Owners

Mary dreamed of owning an upscale and elegant bridal shop since she was three years old, but instead went into a nursing career that carried her to positions such as hospital Chief Nursing Officer and Chief Operating Officer. She left her nursing management position at a Reno medical center to realize her childhood dream and still works as an RN. Mary holds a Master of Science degree in Nursing and a Bachelor’s degree in Nursing from the University of New Mexico in Albuquerque, in addition to numerous professional certifications and honors. She learned the bridal and fashion trades by working in an exclusive East Coast bridal salon.

Brian is a retired Naval Aviator, having last served as head of air operations for a Navy/Marine carrier task force in Bosnia and the Gulf War. He is also a former medical center Human Resources manager. Brian holds three Masters degrees in Management, Human Resources, and National Security and Strategic Studies from the U.S. Naval War College, and a Bachelors degree from UCLA. He also served as the 2010 volunteer fashion show chairperson for the American Heart Association's Fantasy Wedding Faire.

Their's is a true love story. Mary and Brian met and married in 1981 in Pensacola, Florida, where Mary was a Navy Nurse and Brian was on instructor duty. Their wedding was a beautiful military ceremony in full dress uniform. Mary and Brian reside in Sparks.

Fran

Consultant
Bi-lingual in English and Spanish
Wednesdays and Thursdays

Fran was a banker for 41 years and has been a bridal consultant since 2003. She’s an expert in finding exactly what you’re looking for in bridal and formal wear.

 Megan

Consultant and Model
Saturdays

Megan is a familiar face to those who have seen her working at Cache', in the Governor's office at the state capital, and in the Reno Gazette Journal as part of the local charity and social swirls.  Her enthusiasm and humor are contagious, and her knowledge of formalwear fashion styles is breathtaking. She captivated the audience as a model for us at The Grove's fashion show, and she'll captivate you too! A local lady working on her MBA at UNR, she understands how to meet your needs in this tough economy.

Sharlee

Owner, Alterations by Sharlee

If your wedding gown or formal dress needs alterations, you won't want anyone but Sharlee for the job. A legend in the Lake Tahoe area, she's created formal wear worn in the Miss America pageant. You've seen her on the television show Plush Life. Her rates are far lower than you'll find charged by the big box chain bridal shops and the quality of her work is far superior. While you can choose to have your alterations done elsewhere, with Sharlee you just can't go wrong!

Debbie

Consultant and Model
Mondays, Tuesdays, Fridays, Saturdays

Debbie's vivacious and friendly charm means an enjoyable time for you while searching for just the right dress or gown. She'll guide you in finding exactly what you're looking for.