Our Owners

Alan and Melissa

Founded by Melissa in 2010, the pair have built a business that serves as a pillar in the New Orleans bridal community. Shortly after opening, Melissa's parents, Alan and Jeannine joined the business and together have created a magical space for thousands of brides!

Meet Our Team

Melissa | Owner

Melissa launched MaeMe in 2009 after becoming a bride herself—and falling head over heels for the bridal industry. What began as a passion project has since grown into a multi-million-dollar brand known for luxury, heart, and unforgettable bridal experiences.

With a background in leadership and a deep passion for empowering women, Melissa thrives at the intersection of business strategy, team development, and fashion. Whether she’s curating the latest collections, mentoring her team, or celebrating a bride’s “yes” moment, Melissa is all about creating connection, building confidence, and making magic happen.

She leads with heart, embraces change, and believes that collaboration, creativity, and adaptability are the keys to long-term success. The culture at MaeMe reflects her belief that growth is best achieved together—through shared ideas, joy, and intentional leadership.

Outside the boutique, you can find Melissa chauffeuring her three kids to practices, on a date night with her husband, traveling with friends, reading a great book, or challenging herself to run another half-marathon. She is passionate about living a purpose-driven life and building a legacy of love, leadership, and impact—both inside and outside the walls of MaeMe.

Alan | Owner

Alan joined Melissa at MaeMe a few years after she opened the doors, bringing his business experience, steady leadership, and servant heart to the growing brand. As CFO, Alan handles the numbers behind the magic—overseeing finances, tracking performance data, managing operations, and keeping the business running smoothly from the back end. From building the boutique’s iconic champagne tap to supporting big-picture strategy, he’s a true behind-the-scenes MVP who wears many hats (and usually has a spreadsheet open while doing it).

Known lovingly as “Mr. Alan” by the team and our brides' families, he’s the definition of dependable, always ready with a kind word, a quick solution, or a celebratory toast.

Outside of MaeMe, Alan loves spending time with his wife, Jeannine, and being "Poppy" to their wonderful grandchildren. He enjoys a well-crafted cocktail, wood working, and exploring new places through travel—especially when it means making lasting memories with family.

Stephanie | GENERAL MANAGER

The bridal mastermind! Stephanie’s journey in the bridal industry began nearly two decades ago as a Stylist. She quickly advanced into sales management and, for the past seven years, has thrived as MaeMe’s Operations Manager. Working directly with designers, she ensures every bride’s experience is seamless from start to finish. Whether it’s custom-designing a gown or perfecting behind-the-scenes processes, Stephanie loves the variety and impact of her role.

Outside of MaeMe, Stephanie enjoys spending time with her family, especially her nieces and nephews—both human and furry. A true introvert at heart, she loves late-night drives, great conversations over text, sushi dates, and iced coffee. She also has a passion for travel and is always eager to check the next destination off her bucket list.

KATIE | SALES MANAGER

With bridal in her blood—her mom and aunt owned a boutique called Sisters Bridal—Katie has always been drawn to the magic of this industry. As MaeMe’s Sales Manager, she is passionate about creating meaningful, joyful experiences for every bride. Whether she’s styling gowns, leading the sales team, or celebrating those “yes” moments, Katie thrives on the energy and emotion of bridal.

When she’s not at MaeMe, Katie can be found shopping, antique hunting, or spending time with her family, friends, and sweet pup. She runs on coffee, Diet Coke, queso, sushi, and has a well-documented weakness for shoes. Her favorite bridal look? A dramatic basque waist ballgown—extra chic with a neck scarf.

Kaylee | OFFICE MANAGER

Originally from Georgia, Kaylee found her way to New Orleans while pursuing her master’s degree at Tulane. Her passion for fashion and clothing construction, paired with a diverse background spanning cruise ships to theater and film, made her a natural fit for bridal. Soon after graduation, she joined MaeMe and has loved being part of such a talented and inspiring team.

Outside of the boutique, Kaylee enjoys true crime podcasts, beach trips, and art projects. She’s an adventurous foodie who loves trying new cocktails and restaurants around New Orleans. A seasoned traveler, she’s visited 48 countries and collects pins from every destination along the way.

Dasia | ASSISTANT MANAGER

After three years of working one-on-one with brides, Dasia has stepped into leadership as MaeMe’s Assistant Floor Manager. What began as a leap of faith—encouraged by our owner, Melissa—quickly turned into a passion. Known for her vibrant energy and eye for style, Dasia thrives on creating custom bridal looks that reflect each bride’s unique personality, often mixing fabrics and textures to create effortless elegance with a touch of drama.

In her new role, she not only guides brides with heart and creativity but also supports the team by cultivating a positive floor experience. Outside of MaeMe, Dasia enjoys reading, playing pickleball, being involved in her church, and finishing her final semester of school. She’s a proud cat mom, mozzarella stick enthusiast, and avocado toast + iced vanilla latte lover.

Norah | Stylist

Norah joined MaeMe two years ago after being encouraged by her family friend and mentor, Melissa, to explore the bridal world following her graduation from Mandeville High. Since then, the team has become like family, and Norah has found her passion in creating meaningful experiences for brides. She loves learning each bride’s love story and helping them discover their dream dress.

Currently, Norah gravitates toward timeless, elegant styles—especially classic gowns with peek-a-boo lace details. Outside of work, she enjoys online shopping, Target runs, and can always be found with a coffee or Dr. Pepper in hand, along with her go-to snack: chips and dip.

Elise | Stylist

Elise became part of MaeMe two years ago after accompanying a friend to a bridal appointment, and she’s been in love with the industry ever since. As a stylist, she is passionate about helping brides create custom looks that reflect their love stories. Many of her brides become close friends, making her work even more rewarding.

Her current favorite bridal details include basque waistlines, peek-a-boo lace, and all things romantic and dramatic. When she’s not at MaeMe, Elise is planning her own wedding, serving at her church, or enjoying foodie adventures like Honey Lavender Lattes from French Truck, ramen, or sour candy.

Gabrielle | senior Stylist

Gabrielle entered the bridal world nearly two years ago after being encouraged by her roommate, Dasia, to join the MaeMe team. She quickly fell in love with bridal styling and the opportunity to help brides feel confident and beautiful throughout their shopping journey. For Gabrielle, it’s about so much more than finding the dress—it’s about helping brides embrace their best selves.

Outside of MaeMe, Gabrielle is pursuing her master’s degree in Social Work, fueling her days with plenty of coffee. She loves spending time outdoors, shopping, and enjoying time with friends. Her favorite bridal inspiration? The timeless and chic Hailey Bieber look.

Emma | Stylist

Emma brings creativity and passion to every appointment, with her favorite part of styling being the opportunity to bring each bride’s dream vision to life. She loves creating elevated and timeless looks, particularly clean gowns accented with Chantilly lace or dramatic skirts with basque waistlines.

Outside of MaeMe, Emma stays busy with sewing projects, calligraphy, journaling, and other crafts. She’s always in search of the best gumbo in New Orleans and loves discovering hidden food gems around town. For Emma, bridal is the perfect blend of artistry and empowerment, making her work both meaningful and inspiring.

When I'm not at MaeMe I am working on my sewing projects or whatever craft I'm doing that week such as doing my nails, calligraphy, or journaling.

I am always in the mood for some gumbo and love recommendations of the best gumbo in town since I'm not from here!

What brought me to bridal was the appeal of using my creative side to help women feel empowered and beautiful on their wedding day!

My favorite look to create is a clean look with accents of chantilly lace in the bust and sleeves to create a very elevated, classic, and timeless look! I also love a basque waist with a dramatic skirt!

MEREDITH | STYLIST

Meredith loves creating lasting memories with brides and their loved ones, making the dress-shopping journey just as special as the gown itself. Joining MaeMe was a dream realized after years of admiring the bridal industry from afar, and she’s grateful every day to be part of helping brides say yes to the dress. Her favorite look? A clean, classic A-line—it feels timelessly bridal (and is what she wore on her own wedding day!).

When she’s not at MaeMe, Meredith enjoys life with her husband, Justin, and their dog, Tilly—often at City Bark or curled up at home with a good book. She also loves baking, especially when paired with a Diet Coke and fresh-from-the-oven chocolate chip cookies.

JT | Stylist

Born and raised in New Orleans, JT brings an energetic and joyful presence to every bride’s appointment. After earning a Bachelor of Science in Apparel Design from LSU, she followed her love for fashion into the bridal world, where she’s passionate about helping brides feel their most confident and beautiful.

When JT isn’t at MaeMe, you’ll likely find her sewing, baking something sweet, hunting for treasures while thrifting, or diving into a new book with her book club.

She especially loves bridal styles that feature low, open backs with pearl drapery—an elegant detail that feels both timeless and unforgettable.

MARLIE | STYLIST

Born and raised in Louisiana, Marlie brings an energetic and detail-focused approach to every bride’s dress shopping experience at MaeMe. She loves helping brides feel confident, celebrated, and supported as they find the gown of their dreams.

Outside of the boutique, you can often find her reading, going for a jog, or exploring new restaurants around town.

She especially loves bridal styles that feature pointed bust cups and full lace gowns—an effortlessly chic combination that feels both modern and romantic.