About us
20 Years of Exquisite Style and Unforgettable Experiences
At White Dress by the shore, we believe choosing your wedding dress should be as joyful and serene as your special day. Nestled in a charming historic home in Clinton, Connecticut, our boutique blends timeless elegance with warm hospitality to ensure that each bride feels truly cared for as they find the perfect wedding gown.
Step into one of our luxurious bridal suites, named after the most romantic cities in the world: Paris, Nice, Versailles, and Capri, and let the magic unfold. With your special guests by your side, you’ll not only find the perfect wedding dress but also create memories to treasure forever.
Where Every Detail Tells Your Story
Guided by a dedicated bridal stylist, we help you find a wedding gown that reflects your unique vision and beauty. From silhouette and fabric to design and tone, every detail is tailored to match your personal style, wedding atmosphere, and the season.
Our team can help you complete your wedding aesthetic with the perfect bridesmaid dresses from Chic by the shore, our bridesmaid atelier situated next to the White Dress Garden. Together, we ensure every detail of your bridal look is as unforgettable as your wedding day.
Where Magic Meets Elegance
Sometimes, the perfect dress doesn’t just get chosen… it chooses you! That’s the magic we create. This is an important moment in your wedding journey, and it should be filled with excitement and joy.
At White Dress by the Shore, we elevate bridal shopping to a whole new level, making it as extraordinary as the day you’ve been dreaming of.
Where Luxury Feels Personal
For over 20 years, The White Dress by the shore has made bridal dreams a reality—beautiful, memorable, and uniquely yours. Luxury is in the details, exceptional service, and exceeding expectations every step of the way.
Celebrating Love Without Limits
At The White Dress by the shore, we proudly celebrate love in all its forms. We welcome every couple, every story, and every wedding with open arms, creating a joyful and inclusive experience for all.
Meet Our Founder: Beth Chapman
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"I believe that when you look your best, you feel your best."
It is truly an honor for me to be a part of a bride's wedding journey. My vision was to create a bridal boutique that was not only welcoming but that provided timeless and elegant wedding fashion that could be customized to the unique needs of every client. It has been such a privilege to have that dream become a reality over the past 20 years and to be part of so many beautiful bride's wedding stories. |
Beth Chapman’s vision has always been to make every bride feel extraordinary. With over 20 years of experience, she has transformed the bridal journey into something magical, blending impeccable style with heartfelt service. After a thriving career in New York City, where she served as Vice President of Merchandising at Ann Taylor, Beth followed her dream and launched White Dress by the shore in 2004. Her goal was to create a boutique where brides could find their dream gowns in a setting as unforgettable as their wedding day.
Beth’s passion goes far beyond the boutique. As the founder of Beth Chapman Styling + Consulting, she mentors wedding professionals, helping them elevate their sales strategies and grow their businesses. Through The White Dress Society and The Bridal Retailer Academy, she fosters community and growth among independent bridal store owners.
An accomplished stylist, Beth’s work has appeared in Vogue, Martha Stewart Weddings, and BRIDE, and Over the Moon, among others. She’s also the co-author of The White Dress in Color and The White Dress Destinations. Her expertise has been featured on The Today Show and in The New York Times, making her a trusted authority in the bridal industry.
Whether helping brides find their perfect gown or guiding professionals to success, Beth brings warmth, creativity, and excellence to everything she does.