About this vendor
Francesca DiSpirito Styling is a unique and specialized styling service designed for the bride and her style. Focused on giving personalized and professional attention to each client, I take pride in knowing our brides are taken care of from day one, straight through to their wedding day.
Our services include personal one-on-one styling for the bridal gown, as well as all of the bells and whistles to make her bridal vision come to life! Our work together continues during the bride’s gown fittings to ensure that the fit is executed perfectly, and no stitch has gone unnoticed. We also provide day-of wedding services, where comfort and ease are provided to an already overwhelming day for the bride and her family. We assist in all aspects of dressing her, from styling her look for her photos to tending to any minor fashion mishaps that may occur.
Francesca has 20+ years of experience in the wedding industry. Graduating from New York City’s iconic FIT with a degree in Fashion Design and specializing in evening/bridal wear, she also minored in Marketing and Merchandising. She has cultivated strong relationships throughout the NYC wedding scene and continues to grow her network. Her expansive years in the industry have allowed her to work from creating 1st patterns of bridal gowns to working one on one with new brides to find their perfect gown. She understands what it takes to make a beautiful gown and how it should fit. Francesca has combined her design experience and knack for making people feel comfortable, and created Francesca DiSpirito Styling, Stylist to the Bride. The two go hand in hand. “If I’m going to chat with you about what to wear, I better sure know what I’m talking about!”
-- “I decided to create my own styling service to expand my knowledge and expertise to a wider range of brides seeking my guidance. Over the years I’ve met so many eager and excited brides, only to see that most of them have never shopped for something this important in their lives. For most brides, this is the biggest purchase they’ll ever make on any piece of clothing. It can be very intimidating, especially if you don’t know where to start. That’s when I decided it was time to create my company and provide the help I love to give! I’m not just a bridal stylist. I’m going to be your confidant, your friend, your eyes and ears for attention to details. I listen, but also push you to go outside of your comfort zone. Wonderful things happen to us when we go outside of our comfort zone. Trust me, I know. Let me guide you in creating your perfect look for your special day. Your wedding aisle is your Red-Carpet moment! I’m here to make it easy and fun!”
Details
Accessories
- Clutches & Handbags
- Cover Ups
- Jackets
- Wraps
- Hair Accessories
- Flower Crowns
Business Attributes
- Woman-owned Business
Dresses
- Bridesmaid Dresses
- Flower Girl Dresses
- Mother of the Bride Dresses
- Shower & Party Dresses
- Wedding Dresses
Fashion Services
- Alterations
- Bridal Stylists
- Dry Cleaning & Preservation
- Plus Size Available
- Private Appointments Available
Suits & Accessories
- Bow Ties
- Shoes
- Suits for Women
- Ties
- Tuxedos & Suits
- Vests
Awards and Affiliations
2022 'Best of Weddings'
Best of Weddings
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Francesca came to my final fitting for an in-person meet and greet, then was onsite the day of the wedding to handle everything from steaming bridesmaids' PJs and dresses to laying...
out my gown perfectly for photos. She kept me hydrated, cleaned a few last-minute dress stains, and made sure I felt calm and taken care of all day. Thanks to her and her team, our photos looked flawless and my dress truly took center stage! I never knew how important it was to have a stylist on your wedding day, but looking back, I am so glad I did! An absolute pro.
Everyone needs Francesca as their wedding stylist! Having a stylist for my wedding day was important to me, and Francesca was recommended by my wedding veil designer. Francesca att...
ended my final dress fitting so we had the opportunity to meet in-person before the wedding and she could learn how to bustle my dress. When it came to the wedding day, Francesca and the other stylist Kimberly were absolutely crucial and such a calming presence. They carefully prepped not only my wedding dress, but the bridesmaid, mother of the bride, mother of the groom, and flower girl dresses along with my husband's suit. In addition, they helped me get dressed, carried my train and veil around for all of the photos, and ensured that the wedding party looked picture perfect. When some makeup accidentally got on the train of my dress, Francesca worked her magic and made it disappear! The wedding day is a whirlwind and knowing I was in the best hands with Francesca so I didn't have to worry about my dress or the wedding party's fashion was absolutely worth the investment. I highly recommend Francesca to all brides - she is an absolute professional, you will be so grateful you hired her!
Francesca was AMAZING!!!!! I was extremely nervous and overwhelmed at the thought of figuring what to wear for my wedding. Working with her was wonderful – she has an amazing abili...
ty to listen to her client, ask the right questions, and run with the slimmest, most random style inspirations, and come up with exactly the right outfit(s). She also connected me with an excellent tailor and helped me work with them to get the dresses to fit me perfectly, despite having a figure that doesn’t work very well with off-the-rack clothing! I felt and looked amazing -- working with Francesca turned something I was dreading into something that made me feel even happier on my wedding day.
There are no words to describe how vital Francesca was to my wedding process— from what she does, her amazing eye and vision, to simply who she is as a person.
There are so many d...
ifferent elements that go into a bride’s styling that I didn’t full understand nor think I needed help with both during the planning process AND the day of the wedding. Picking a dress is no easy fete, but there’s also the color/shade of white, scheduling appointments with salons and tailors, correcting every detail of the fit with the tailor, selecting accessories (her relationships with top jewelry rental shops massively elevated my look to a whole other level), alternative outfit changes, etc (she saved me a ton of money by finding my last minute 2nd dress off the rack at Saks after seeing it together months earlier in the showroom).
The day of the wedding, having Francesca there was CRUCIAL— from steaming out all the outfits for myself and my bridal party— to helping me get dressed as well as bustle up (wedding planners are running around doing 10m other things during this time of day)— to setting up the photo opps before the photographer arrived— to following along with my photographer and correcting my posture, dress train, veil, bouquet height, etc— to suggesting other photo opps I would have never dreamed of (like spontaneously lifting my veil up into a sudden breeze to capture a whimsical moment).
Above all, Francesca is in my opinion what every bride NEEDS— a calming, patient force to hold your hand and keep you sane as you prepare to walk down the aisle.
I contemplated whether this was necessary, but THANK GOD for her! She came early, was calm, professional, poised, and helped with everything from gathering my details for the photo...
grapher, making sure my dress stayed pristine all day (she even picked gnats out of my dress that got in during outdoor photos) to getting me in and out of my dress more than once, steaming it twice that day (I got out of it for a break before things started and after photos), helping my husband and family members with their attire, and so much more. After the ceremony, I decided I was going to change into my sneakers, which were significantly shorter than my heels. Since my dress was tulle, she actually CUT my dress so the length would work with the sneakers! I also later learned from my mom that there was a hole in my veil that she sewed without my ever knowing! Francesca came to my tailor appointment at a vendor she recommended and provided her experienced opinion and eye. I HIGHLY RECOMMEND hiring Francesca as your stylist/dresser. It was money well spent.
Working with Francesca was the best decision I made ahead of my wedding. Initially I wasn't sure if I needed a bridal stylist, but I truly do not know what I would have done withou...
t Francesca. Throughout my bridal dress fittings, her eye for details in the fit and construction of the dress really shined and her expertise made me feel at ease each step of the way. She is incredibly knowledgable about every aspect of wedding gowns, including the tailoring, the right undergarments, how to style the dress and was most importantly committed to making sure I was comfortable and feeling my absolute best. On the day of the wedding, she was a reassuring and calming presence and professionally handled all "curveballs" - truly going above and beyond to make sure I looked perfect and felt my best. She was also invaluable during pictures, staying by my side to ensure everything was ok. Francesca also provided me with guidance for cleaning and storing the dress after the wedding. I cannot recommend Francesca more highly!
I don't know how anyone finds their "bridal style" or shows up to the "I Do," without the infallible Francesca Dispirito! Francesca was by my side from the moment we spoke on the p...
hone for my consultation to the moment I walked down the aisle. We spent quality time shopping for dresses, shoes, hair pieces and jewelry until we each looked at each other and concluded, "this is the one." Not to mention the discussions we had about colors and inspirations for my wedding look. I found the whole experience fun and supportive and would recommend to any bride to hire Francesca because she knows what she is talking about and cares about her brides. I feel lucky to call myself one of them.
Francesca’s passion for bridal styling *literally* saved my life. I know how that sounds but keep reading. When Francesca heard I had found a wedding dress she immediately offered ...
a thousand ideas about styling and agreed to see me in the dress to offer more specific advice. While I was trying on the dress she pointed out the asymmetry in my breasts which led me to discover that I had breast cancer. So… did I cancel the wedding? No way! I officially enlisted Francesca’s help both to style my dress and to be there with me on the day of my wedding. She immediately connected me with an amazingly talented seamstress, found the perfect pieces to style the dress, and helped me stay excited about my wedding day despite having to undergo aggressive cancer treatment. Halfway through chemotherapy was my wedding day, and having Francesca by my side was the absolute best decision and biggest blessing of the day (besides marrying the love of my life of course). She showed up on my Wedding day ready to make any "day of" minor alterations to my dress and bridesmaids’ dresses. She is also magical with breast lift tape – she made sure that my boobs looked classy in the deep “v” shape of my dress. She was the one to fluff my dress and veil in those moments right before I walked down the aisle. Throughout all the hours of photography, she arranged my dress and added and removed pieces so that I got a dynamic and polished set of photos. She even shoved a burger in my face when I was getting “hangry” mid photo-shoot! Francesca is not only passionate about bridal styling, but she is a perfectionist. She knows exactly what you need, when you need it, and how to make it happen. She’s so incredibly compassionate, loving, fun and ultimately wants to make sure that you have your special day without any of the fuss. My wedding day was the best day of my life, and I couldn’t imagine it without Francesca by my side. If you’re on the fence about any of her services – I promise you, she’s worth it and you won’t regret it!
Francesca was my Fairy GOWNmother!!!
I thought it would be easy to visit a few bridal salons, try on dresses that were my style, and find "the one" once it was on my body. After v...
isiting twelve of them in 5 weeks and not knowing what to do, I reached out to Francesca and we met at a local coffee shop and chatted.
I had a 'two dresses' idea for a long time until I came across the strapless, sequins DAVINA gown by Eva Lendel, and talked with Francesca about how I could wear that all night, but get different pieces made to create a couple of different "looks" - one for the ceremony and one for the reception.
Francesca was my sounding board throughout the entire process - making sure I wasn't crazy wanting a sexy, sequins "Jessica Rabbit" gown, then linking me with the best seamstress Blanca and discussing ideas, then attending all three fittings of the pieces being made, inputing her expertise and putting my mind at ease.
She always always always had my best interest at heart when imparting her wisdom, but always always always listened to my feedback and gave me the final say.
She went above and beyond to ensure the vision I had for my wedding looks came to life, but I couldn't have been MORE impressed or appreciative of the DAY OF wedding service she provided.
The day of my wedding, Francesca arrived at my mother's house and got right to work. She steamed and staged all our gowns, and got the reception overskirt prepped to travel to my venue. My mom, my sisters, and I were freed from the responsibility landing on us so we could just enjoy each other, the morning, and getting glammed up.
This alone was an invaluable service, but once we were dressed and ready, Francesca followed me to the church, made sure I looked beautiful getting out of the car, beautiful walking into the church, and right before walking down the aisle. She was even there to open the doors for my dad and I since the church and limo driver dropped the ball on that. Haa haa!
She ensured all the groomsmen had their boutonnieres on correctly, and that everyone/thing was on point.
After the ceremony, she followed my husband and I - taking behind the scenes photographs - some of my favorites from the day actually - just because she was that attentive and accessible to us the entire time. I was blown away by the level of service she provided. Multiple times throughout the day I had the thought, "What would I have done if Francesca wasn't here?"
I'm here to tell you that she is worth every penny and you won't regret her involvement and service in your bridal journey.
Thank you to the moon Francesca! You were a dream and I'll always look back on my wedding knowing I was fully and wholly ME throughout it all because of the work you put in on my behalf.
I was fortunate enough to meet Francesca at Carolina Herrera when looking for wedding dresses. She helped me pick my dream dress! I continued working with her as my bridal stylist....
She made the whole dress fitting process seamless. She made sure my alterations were perfect! She knew exactly what to look for in the alterations and what to ask the seamstress about. She followed up after each dress visit to make sure all the necessary changes were accounted for. I had the perfect French bustle thanks to her! She has great style ideas and suggested the perfect accessories to accent the dress. She also has great tips and tricks for you on your wedding day. Francesca will make you look your best on your big day, I highly recommend having Francesca as your stylist for a look to remember!
Francesca was absolutely wonderful. She came to my final dress fitting, helped me with all of my underpinnings, helped me get into my dress, and made sure I looked impeccable throu...
ghout the day. Whenever fluffing, steaming, or cutting was needed, she was there! Not only did she help with my dress and all the wedding clothes, but she also assisted my bridesmaids. In fact, one of my bridesmaids split her dress 20 minutes before the wedding started, and Francesca sewed it right up! The cherry on top is that she is so lovely and calming, which in turn helped me feel calm on my own wedding day! Francesca is an outstanding professional and I could not recommend her services more.
Francesca is an absolute bridal styling professional. She styled my sister and her close friend in 2017 and when it was my turn recently, I knew working with Francesca was an absol...
ute must! Not just in selecting the dress, which of course she's very helpful for, but particularly during the dress fittings. She knew exactly what to tell the seamstress so that it fit like glove. It looked and felt so smooth in every photo, all night long! If you want absolute peace of mind about your wedding dress, from selection, to fitting to shipping, you just need to work with Francesca! Not only is she very talented, but she is very dedicated.
The thought of bridal dress shopping was terrifying to me, but I can truly say that it was an amazing and fun experience thanks to Francesca. Not only is she an absolute pleasure ...
to be around, but her knowledge and intuition puts you at ease. Whether you are a bride who knows exactly what you are looking for, or are overwhelmed by just the thought, she has an uncanny ability to help you look your best on your wedding day. It wasn’t just about the dress – she styled me head-to-toe while giving the most helpful guidance along the way. Her expertise extends far beyond bridal dresses. She helped my mom find a dress and had made the most amazing alterations so that it was exactly what she wanted (even though she had no idea what she wanted!). She also made alteration recommendations during the fittings of my dress, which made it even more perfect.
Throughout the entire process (shopping, fittings, shipping), I never had one ounce of anxiety knowing that she was overseeing everything. I felt my most beautiful on my wedding day, and that wasn’t just because of my beautiful dress/veil, but because I felt like the best version of myself.
I can’t recommend her enough – her knowledge of the industry and attention to detail is unapparelled. So whether you are an eager bride with a specific vision, or one who doesn’t know where to start, Francesca’s services are a must.
Francesca helped me shop for my wedding dress when I was totally lost with what I wanted. I was a fuller sized bride and had difficulty visualizing how the right dress would look ...
on me and my body type for my very special day. I also knew I wanted to cover my shoulders and wanted to wear something that made me not only feel special but also unique. I didn’t even have to say much to Francesca because she hit the nail on the head from our visit together. She made me feel very comfortable in my own skin and I felt I could share my feelings freely with her. I immediately trusted her judgement and she was very in tune to my personality and what my likes and dislikes were in a dress. She helped me to look outside the box and collaborated with me. One very important aspect of this experience was that she knew how to ease the stress that would naturally arise between me and the important women in my life who were helping me, my mother and grandmother. Francesca guided us through by educating, providing reassurance, exploring all our options and even humoring some of my wacky ideas just to help me visualize what was in my head. She was always very patient and never pushy. I could reach out to Francesca at any time of the day or night and she always responded right away. Francesca goes above and beyond to make sure you become the bride you had always hoped to become. Her expertise in all things bridal is evident as she knows truly everything about everything when it came to dresses, bridal boutiques, fittings and some. If you are a bride to be and starting to look for your dress or are torn about what dress to get, give Francesca a call! She’s worth every penny!
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