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 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 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!
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 bike shorts
Song I'm Requesting at the DJ Booth: I Believe in a Thing Called Love by The Darkness
Go-To Spot in Portsmouth: Anywhere on the water!
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