BETH CHAPMAN

EXPERT STYLIST | FAIRY GOWN-MOTHER

With her expertise in bridal fashion and editorial eye, Beth is greatly sought after by planners and their discerning brides for high-touch weddings around the globe. A connoisseur of garment construction, she believes the proper fit is just as important as the design, knowing that it sets the tone for the entire day. Beth works tirelessly with her clients to ensure their gown wears like a custom piece of art, providing them with comfort, confidence, and flawless photos.

The consummate professional, Beth is revered within the industry for her expertise and discretion while working with celebrity and high-profile clients. Whether suggesting a quick snack or soothing sore feet, Beth's concierge-level intuition comes from years of anticipating everything needed for a successful and stress-free experience.

Beth seamlessly collaborates with any team to create picture-perfect images that are frequently featured in national bridal publications. As a bridal store owner, published author, and speaker, her vast network of designers, planners, and photographers run deep and are only a phone call away!

“Respect the dress.”

LAUREN MELKUS

BRIDAL DRESSER | SILHOUETTE SPECIALIST  

A problem solver with an eye for the perfect silhouette, Lauren’s approach to day-of-wedding dressing and pre-wedding fashion will have brides feeling their best. As a silhouette specialist with strong attention to detail, Lauren's client-focused approach goes above and beyond to make brides feel at ease and cared for. This 7-year veteran of the Beth Chapman Styling team loves to mix classic wedding traditions with current industry trends, resulting in looks that are unique to each client.

Lauren's passion for wedding fashion was honed during her fashion communications and journalism studies at Endicott College and the Florence University of the Arts in Italy. Her knowledge of gown fabrics, fit, and construction were refined while working as a stylist at the luxury bridal boutique, The White Dress by the shore. Industry experience inspired the creation of The Denim Blonde, her bridal accessories brand. A dog lover who believes that leopard print is a neutral, this Connecticut native has never met a bow she didn’t love.

“I love being a part of our bride’s big day - seeing them glow in their wedding fashion is so special!"

MELISSA ODDO

BRIDAL DRESSER | FASHION FIXER

Melissa Oddo's steady hand is just what clients need in a fashion emergency. An alterations guru who specializes in helping brides and their loved ones look and feel their best, Melissa knows how to ease stress. As an expert seamstress, she handles our onsite concierge alterations services. Melissa's on-the-fly sewing skills have saved many a flustered bride (and her needle hasn't poked a single one!).

A Fashion Design major from the Fashion Institute of Technology, Melissa is no stranger to loving a challenge. In high school, she was the only girl on the freshman football team! In her downtime, Melissa created Stitched Collective, a foundation designed to connect bridal sewing and alterations professionals. When not parenting her two daughters and cat Cuddles Van Halen, this Fashion Fixer can be found piecing together jigsaw puzzles or practicing her conversational Italian. Bellissimo!

“Keeping calm and positive never fails when faced with a challenge.”

SHANA HARRIS

BRIDAL DRESSER | MULTI-TASKING MAVEN

Whether holding a bouquet or wiping a dog’s drool, Shana’s got it covered. Equal parts therapist and seamstress, she’s the right hand all brides need on their wedding day. As a decade-long veteran of the Beth Chapman team, her organization, efficiency, and delightful sense of humor put brides at ease as they work together on the perfect bridal look.  

A high school ice hockey player who couldn’t skate, she relishes making the best of any situation and knows how to make things work. She honed her eye for fashion during her years working at famed luxury department store Barneys New York. As a former nanny and the mom of boy/girl twins, multitasking is her superpower. Shana's love of interior design and assembling Ikea furniture have perfectly prepared her to piece together the many facets of any bridal look. 

“I can fix anything - problem or piece of jewelry!”

LIZ COX

DAY-OF DRESSER + CONTENT CONCIERGE | FRIENDLY FASHIONISTA

From her BFF-level listening skills to her mastery of double-stick tape, Liz goes the extra mile and is attentive to her bride’s every need. Prioritizing the joy of her clients, she handles all things fashion so they can be present with their family and friends. While she may be the newest member of the Beth Chapman team, Liz is no newcomer to the wedding industry. She has worked in bridal fashion for over a decade. A former wedding photographer and videographer, Liz brings her sharp eye for what looks good on camera to each client’s wedding + captures your content with an expert eye.

A Kentucky native, Liz now calls Charleston home. When not being the best “Aunt Lizzie” to her friends’ tots, this cinema nerd can be found soaking up inspiration at the local theater or taking in a sunset on the coast.

“Brides may start out as clients, but we always leave as friends, and that is such a gift.”

 TEAM PHOTOS BY PHILLIP VAN NOSTRAND, JENNIFER CONTI PHOTOGRAPHY, THE MALICOTES