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!
An appointment with Helena is: Encouraging
Zodiac Sign: Aquarius
Team Brunch or Team Happy Hour: Team Brunch
Won't Leave Home Without: A lip combo
Song I'm Requesting at the DJ Booth: Anything City Girls or Pop Smoke
Go-to Spot in Portsmouth: The Juicery
Most People Don't Know: I have worked at MD over the last 9 years!
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 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 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.
CELEBRATING 50 YEARS
The year 2025 marks Madeleine's Daughter's 50th anniversary!
Though much has changed in weddings over the last 50 years, Elizabeth's dedication to upholding the genuine, highly-personalized service Madeleine's Daughter became known for has not wavered. We are honored to have reached this milestone and excited to celebrate with our clients and community, all year long!
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