Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Your Bridal Accessory Destination in Pittsburgh
Clarissa Boutique has been a trusted name in bridal fashion since 1950, rooted in a legacy of design excellence and personalized service. Founded by Mary J. Narcisi, a graduate of New York's prestigious Fashion Academy, our expertise in bridal accessories stems from decades of craftsmanship and a deep understanding of bridal aesthetics. Our team of experienced consultants, including Mary's daughters Gretchen, Earldine, and Penny, continues to uphold the tradition of creating bespoke veils, headpieces, and jewelry that complement each bride's unique style. We specialize in transforming heirloom garments into modern keepsakes while maintaining the integrity of original designs. With a curated selection of top designers and exclusive custom options, we offer a boutique experience that combines heritage with contemporary innovation.Our commitment to quality is evident in every detail, from handcrafted embellishments to precise alterations that ensure a flawless fit. Located in Pittsburgh's Lawrenceville neighborhood, we serve brides locally and beyond through in-person consultations and virtual appointments. Our reputation for excellence has been built through generations of satisfied clients who appreciate our attention to detail and dedication to making each wedding day truly special. We pride ourselves on offering not just products, but meaningful experiences that create lasting memories. Our comprehensive services include custom design consultations, heirloom restoration, and accessory coordination for the entire bridal party.
Services
Custom Veils
Bridal Jewelry
Hair Accessories
Heirloom Restoration
Bridal Consultation
Details
- Year established: 1950
Highlights and features
- We offer 65+ years of specialized bridal accessory expertise
- Our family-owned business maintains original design integrity
- We provide custom heirloom restoration services
- Our consultants offer personalized styling consultations
- We maintain a curated selection of exclusive designer pieces
What people say
Perfect custom veil
Expert alterations
Beautiful heirloom restoration
Knowledgeable consultants
Flawless fit
Services
Custom Veils
Our custom veil service creates one-of-a-kind pieces tailored to complement wedding gowns and personal style. Using premium fabrics and embellishments, we craft veils in various lengths and styles while incorporating heirloom elements when desired. Our designers work closely with brides to ensure perfect coordination with hair styling and overall bridal aesthetics.
Bridal Jewelry
We offer an extensive collection of bridal jewelry including earrings, necklaces, and bracelets from top designers. Our custom jewelry service creates unique pieces that coordinate with wedding gowns or incorporate heirloom elements. Consultants help brides select pieces that enhance their features and complete their wedding day look.
Heirloom Restoration
Our expert restoration service revitalizes family heirloom garments and accessories while maintaining their historical integrity. We restructure vintage wedding gowns, restore veils, and incorporate heirloom elements into new designs. This service preserves family traditions while adapting pieces for modern bridal styles and sizing requirements.
Bridal Consultation
Personalized bridal consultations provide expert guidance in selecting and coordinating accessories. Consultants assess facial features, gown details, and personal style to recommend optimal veil lengths, jewelry combinations, and hair accessories. The service includes multiple fittings and styling advice for the entire bridal party.
Hair Accessories
We offer a wide selection of hair accessories including tiaras, combs, and hairpins from leading bridal designers. Our custom hair accessory service creates unique pieces that coordinate with wedding gowns or incorporate heirloom elements. Consultants help brides achieve perfect hair styling coordination with their overall bridal look.
People
Mary J. Narcisi
Founder
Fashion Institute graduate who established Pittsburgh's Clarissa School of Fashion and Design, developing professional dressmaking curricula and cultivating industry expertise over decades.
Gretchen
Owner
Third-generation owner specializing in garment restoration and modernization, maintaining her mother's legacy while adapting traditional techniques for contemporary bridal needs.
Earldine
Owner
Co-owner focused on custom jewelry design and bridal accessory coordination, combining family tradition with modern styling expertise to create cohesive bridal looks.
Penny
Owner
Lead consultant specializing in veil design and heirloom preservation, known for exceptional client service and expertise in matching accessories to individual bridal aesthetics.
Questions
What bridal accessory services do you offer?
We specialize in custom veils, headpieces, jewelry, and hair accessories. Our services include heirloom restoration, bridal consultation, and accessory coordination for the entire wedding party.
Can you work with family heirlooms?
Yes, we expertly restore and incorporate heirloom garments and accessories into modern designs while preserving their historical integrity and sentimental value.
Do you offer bridal consultations?
We provide personalized bridal consultations to help select and coordinate accessories. Appointments are available Tuesday through Saturday with walk-ins welcome.
What makes your veils unique?
Our custom veils combine premium materials with personalized design elements, offering various lengths and styles while incorporating heirloom features when desired.
How long have you been in business?
Clarissa Boutique has served brides since 1950, maintaining a legacy of excellence in bridal fashion and accessory design for over seven decades.
Reviews (4)
Abigail Self
May 06, 2022
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My experience at Clarissa's Boutique was nothing short of exceptional! My grandmother wanted to purchase my veil, so we made an appointment to visit with my dress. The owner spent over an hour with us helping choose the perfect veil and accessories to compliment my gown. She is very talented; the veil I chose was actually the first one she picked for me! I cannot wait to wear my veil and jewelry on my wedding day, and I highly recommend this boutique for all your bridal accessories (veil, jewelry, head pieces, clutches, hats, robes, and more)!
Karen Pearlman
Mar 26, 2022
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Bought my wedding dress here back in February 2020 right before the pandemic. They were fabulous about keeping my dress for longer than expected and making alterations and suggestions! The dress was a much larger size than I needed and the alterations are perfect. It looks like a different dress, in the best way, after their work!
Katie Roncaglione
Mar 11, 2022
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If I could give 10/5 stars I would! Clarissa Boutique made altering my mother's wedding veil for my wedding a breeze! The veil was not in the best of shape when I brought it in, but they did their magic on it and it turned out amazing! Penny was the woman who assisted me and she was wonderful to work with, she helped turned my vision into reality. She even gave me other ideas for the veil. I cannot wait to surprise my sister with a hair pin made from mothers veil when she stands by me on my big day. Thank you Penny for all your help and making this process so easy and meaningful!
Erica Paul
Dec 20, 2021
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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 about 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!
