about us
MEET OUR TEAM
We are a fun, genuine, and talented group who LOVE what we do and want everyone who comes in to feel like they are part of our family!

An appointment with Ashley is: Effortless
Zodiac Sign: Taurus
Team Brunch or Team Happy Hour? Brunch!
Signature Off-Duty 'Fit: As long as it feels like PJs I'm happy!
Song I'm Requesting at the DJ Booth: Salt Shaker by Ying Yang Twins
Go-to Spot in Portsmouth: Street
Most People Don’t Know: I have finished a marathon, half-marathon and triathlon!

An appointment with McKenzie is: Relaxed
Zodiac Sign: Cancer
Team Brunch or Team Happy Hour? Yes.
Signature Off-Duty 'Fit: Hoodie and a blanket!
Song I'm Requesting at the DJ Booth: Don't Stop Believing by Journey
Go-to Spot in Portsmouth: Street
Most People Don’t Know: I've been obsessed with bridal gowns since I was a little girl, and even went to sewing school to learn how to make them.

An appointment with Melissa is: Fun & upbeat!
Zodiac Sign: Gemini
Team Brunch or Team Happy Hour: It's a vibe either way!
Signature Off-Duty 'Fit: High-waisted jeans & cropped sweater
Song I'm Requesting at the DJ Booth: Congratulations by Fitz
Go-to Spot in Portsmouth: Martingale Wharf
Most People Don't Know: I have a cat that thinks he's a dog

An appointment with Jodi is: Enthusiastic
Theme Song: Don't Worry, Be Happy by Bobby McFerrin
Favorite Designer: Anne Barge
Coffee Order: Cappuccino
Fave Rom-Com: Pride & Prejudice
Won’t Leave Home Without: My lipstick
Most People Don’t Know: I’m a fine artist!

An appointment with Rachel is: Like shopping with a friend
Zodiac Sign: Scorpio-Sagittarius cusp
Team Brunch or Team Happy Hour? Bacon & booze... Team Brunch!
Signature Off-Duty 'Fit: Anything I can pair with a beanie or baseball cap
Song I'm Requesting at the DJ Booth: September by Earth, Wind & Fire
Go-to Spot in Portsmouth: The Goat
Most People Don’t Know: I was in the Marines!

An appointment with Brianna is: Empowering
Theme Song: Vivir Mi Vida by Marc Anthony
Favorite Designer: Martina Liana
Coffee Order: Medium Cold Brew with 2 Skim Milk
Fave Rom-Com: 50 First Dates
Won’t Leave Home Without: My water bottle
Most People Don’t Know: I am fluent in Spanish!

An appointment with Stephanie is: Fabulous
Theme Song: “Dancing Queen" by ABBA
Favorite Designer: Neta Dover
Coffee Order: Anything Matcha!
Fave Rom-Com: Legally Blonde
Can't Leave Home Without: Lip gloss
Most People Don’t Know: I love traveling alone!

An Appointment with Sarah is: Illuminating
Zodiac Sign: Libra
Team Brunch or Team Happy Hour: Brunch!
Signature Off-Duty 'Fit: Converse in any color!
Song I'm Requesting at the DJ Booth: Lotus Inn by Why Don't We
Go-to Spot in Portsmouth: Kaffee Vonsolln
Most People Don't Know: I danced for 19 years, 12 of which I focused on Irish Dance!

An appointment with Annemarie is: Successful
Zodiac Sign: Virgo
Team Brunch or Team Happy Hour: Breakfast is my fave, so Team Brunch!
Signature Off-Duty 'Fit: Sweats & fuzzy socks
Song I'm Requesting at the DJ Booth: Anything Garth Brooks
Go-to Spot in Portsmouth: YMCA for swim aerobics
Most People Don’t Know: I have a concert bucket list

An appointment with Bailey is: Lively!
Theme Song: Don't Stop Me Now by Queen
Favorite Designer: Jenny Yoo
Coffee Order: Iced Caramel with Almond Milk
Fave Rom-Com: The Holiday
Won’t Leave Home Without: Wallet and phone
Most People Don’t Know: I lived in Florence, Italy for 4 months!

An Appointment with Hannah is: Chill
Theme Song: Kick It by NCT127
Favorite Designer: Savin London
Coffee Order: Water
Fave Rom-Com: The Proposal
Won't Leave Home Without: Hand Sanitizer
Most People Don't Know: Concerts are my happy place

An appointment with Janine is: Benevolent
Zodiac Sign: Capricorn
Favorite Designer at MD: Allure Tuxedos
Team Brunch or Team Happy Hour? Brunch!
Signature Off-Duty 'Fit: Big shirt, little pants
Song I'm Requesting at the DJ Booth: Rolling in the Deep by Adele
Go-to Spot in Portsmouth: Love to shop at Macro Polo. Puddledock for a date night with your honey!
Most People Don't Know: I can speak whale

A phone call with Lindsay is: Creative
Zodiac Sign: Taurus-Gemini cusp
Team Brunch or Team Happy Hour? Either, because I'm really #teamhomeby8PM
Signature Off-Duty 'Fit: An oversized crewneck and denim shorts
Song I'm Requesting at the DJ Booth: I Believe in a Thing Called Love by The Darkness
Go-To Spot in Portsmouth: Commercial Alley
Most People Don’t Know: I first worked at MD in 2010 as a prom stylist!

A phone call with Barbara is: Informative
Theme song: I prefer peace & quiet
Favorite Designer: Mikaella
Coffee order: French Dark Roast
Favorite Rom-Com: 27 Dresses
Won't leave home without: My Keys
One fun fact about you: Enjoy crosswords

A phone call with Kerry is: Cheery & positive!
Zodiac Sign: Capricorn
Favorite Designer at MD: Enaura - their dresses are so glam!
Team Brunch or Team Happy Hour: Team Happy Hour
Signature Off-Duty 'Fit: Performance wear!
Song I'm Requesting at the DJ Booth: September by Earth, Wind & Fire
Go-To Spot in Portsmouth: Surf
Most People Don’t Know: I am an avid hiker and am working on hitting ALL the 4,000-footers in NH!

A phone call with Lauren is: Informative
Zodiac Sign: Libra
Team Brunch or Team Happy Hour: Brunch that turns into happy hour!
Signature Off-Duty 'Fit: Jeans and a white tee
Song I'm Requesting at the DJ Booth: Return of the Mac by Mark Morrison
Go-To Spot in Portsmouth: Elephantine Bakery & Drift Collective
Most People Don’t Know: I love traveling solo!

A Phone Call with Elizabeth is: Detailed! I want to know everything about your wedding!
Zodiac Sign: Cancer-Leo cusp
Song I'm Requesting at the DJ Booth: Anything Chris Stapleton!
Signature Off-Duty Fit: Leggings & a flannel.. even on-duty!
Team Brunch or Team Happy Hour: Happy Hour
Go-to Spot in Portsmouth: Gus & Ruby
Most People Don't Know: I love shoes!
Our History
Madeleine's Daughter first opened in downtown Portsmouth in 1975 with a small selection of wedding dresses. The original owner (whose mom is Madeleine...hence the name!) had a passion to help brides feel beautiful on their wedding day and genuinely cared about all her customers. Her passion for making brides happy was matched when she hired Elizabeth as a stylist in 1995, who eventually bought the salon when she retired. Elizabeth has since grown Madeleine's Daughter into the award-winning salon it is today because of her continued mission to make sure every bride has a personal and enjoyable experience that is unlike anywhere else and exceeds all expectations.


After numerous expansions, additions, locations, and renovations, Madeleine's Daughter strives to keep growing, changing, and improving! Here's a few photos that show some of our evolution from 1975 to today! Browse Images