About Us

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Welcome to The Dressing Room Boutique! We are a women-owned and operated boutique with two brick and mortar locations in Wallingford and Madison, Connecticut and have been open for 15 years. We carry everything from denim to evening gowns and specialize in offering excellent service and making our clients feel and look their very best. Our Wallingford store is inside a 130 year old Queen Ann Victorian building with two floors of shopping. The second floor is home to our bridal suite and mother of the bride collection. Our Madison location is in the heart of the Connecticut shoreline and is home to not only our store, but the Aquinnah Jewelry Flagship, Lindsay J. Hair & Makeup Studio, and Annie Mame.

Why Us

Here, you'll find more than just clothing; you'll discover a supportive environment where positivity thrives. Whether you're seeking the perfect ensemble for a special occasion or simply want to connect with like-minded fashion enthusiasts, our community offers a welcoming space to explore, share, and celebrate the joy of personal style.

Our Philosophy

  • Innovation: Discovering new trends and designers to bring fresh and innovative pieces to your wardrobe.
  • Community: Cultivating an uplifting and inclusive community for all that walk through our doors.
  • Service: Creating a shopping experience tailored to each client that makes you feel like your best self, while also finding that perfect piece.
You will find that elusive frock here, with personal fitting and expert help, to the ability to special order the color and size you need (they’ve got a direct line to their vendors). The place feels like a secret girl’s club where everyone is included. And it’s not only about dresses; you can find your entire Spring wardrobe here, too.
-The EList

I was getting very frustrated with dress shopping for my daughter’s wedding and starting to low key panic that I wouldn’t find a dress I loved. My appointment at The Dressing Room was my last option before heading to Boston or NY….i can’t say enough about this experience!! Lyndsay was amazing and had every dress pulled in the color option I was looking for! I could have bought 3 dresses that day that I loved but chose 1 that was perfect! So happy and relieved!

The Dressing Room somehow manages to feel like you're at home and shopping with your girlfriends all at the same time! I always find what I'm looking for in stores and online and never feel pressured to buy by their team.

Meet Our Team

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Christine rinere
Founder + CEO
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Lyndsay rinere
Co-Owner + CMO + Head Formalwear Stylist
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Heather metzger
Store Operations + Inventory Management
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Maddie Torre
Madison Location Manager
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Kelley Solomon
Designer of Aquinnah Jewelry
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Lisa Giancola
Wallingford Stylist
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Katie Raymo
Madison Stylist + Window Designer
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Lindsay johnson
Founder of Lindsay J. Hair & Makeup
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Ann Nyberg
Founder of Annie Mame
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Linda Vecchio
Wallingford Stylist + Team Grandmother