Many of our staff members have worked together for years, developing a family atmosphere in the process. At Sarasota Brides & Formalwear, we are dedicated to treating our customers as part of the family, giving each one special attention in finding just the right dress (or dresses, as the case may be) for their intended special occasion. We spend a great deal of time getting to know our customers and as such, we'd like to give you the opportunity to know more about us......
KRISTY
birthplace: Los Angeles, California
years in Sarasota: 19 years
previous career/job: Professional Ice Skater and Spa Director
favorite movie: Pretty Woman
hobbies: Cooking, dog walking, reading
lava lamp or disco ball/why: Disco ball, because it reminds me of dancing on ice
oh yeah, and one more thing...I played Cruella DeVille for 5 years in the ice show and now I can say Glenn Close played me in the movie!
VICTORIA
birthplace: Tampa, Florida
years in Sarasota: 8 years
previous career/job: Shoe designer
favorite music: Disco and classical
hobbies: Shelling, gardening and cooking
cats or dogs/why: I have never met a DOG I didn't like
oh yeah, and one more thing...always look timeless and chic
RAE
birthplace: San Bernadino, California
years in Sarasota: 20 years
previous career/job: Broadcasting
favorite book: Kane and Abel
hobbies: Golf
football or baseball: Football, because of the excitement
oh yeah, and one more thing...I was one of the first women in national TV syndication.
NOELLE
birthplace: New Jersey
years in Sarasota: 14 years
previous career/job: Property Manager
favorite actor: Bruce Willis
hobbies: Dancing, drawing and playing with my little girl, and new baby boy
books or movies: Movies - because there's no thinking involved (I have a 3-year old and a new baby!)
oh yeah, and one more thing... Sorry girls, I already married Prince Charming :-)
NENA
birthplace: Panama
years in Sarasota: 20 years
previous career/job: Dental assistant, mom
favorite color: Cobalt blue with yellow a close runner-up
hobbies: Anything creative and dancing
sweet or salty/why: Sweet - because it makes me feel good
oh yeah, and one more thing... I love what I do
DARLENE
birthplace: Detroit, Michigan
years in Sarasota: 12 years
previous career/job: Vet tech for 8 years and the bridal industry
favorite tv show: Grey's Anatomy
hobbies: I just took up drawing and painting and love to bike and exercise
romantic comedy or action adventure/why: Romantic comedy because I'm a hopeless romantic. I'm always asking our brides how they met their future husbands
oh yeah, and one more thing... I have been married to my high school sweetheart for 44 years!
GRACE
birthplace: Sicily, Italy
years in Sarasota: 8 years
previous career/job: Dress maker and seamstress for the past 50 years
favorite restaurant: Sarasota Brewing Company locally and Marina Verde in Sicily
hobbies: Dancing, artwork, anything with my hands and cooking
sing or dance/why: Dancing is truly my passion
oh yeah, and one more thing... I wish I was taller!
We thank our customers for your continued business and loyalty. You aren't just "shopping" for a dress. You are placing your faith and trust in our integrity to provide a service that goes beyond just buying a dress for a special occasion. Your stories about whatever exciting event you are preparing to participate in enriches our lives!