Jacqui Wadsworth
Proprietor
Jacqui Wadsworth is an expert in the textile industry. After years successfully negotiating thread and fabric contracts with mills and factories across the world Jacqui was offered a deal on a lot of wholesale wedding gowns. Since she was getting married, she thought, "Why not?"
That fateful deal produced the perfect dress for her own wedding and instilled in her a love of all things bridal. By 2006 she opened the first Gilded Gown on Chapman Highway. That award winning boutique has since grown into the 6400 square foot emporium currently located in Knoxville Center Mall.
Jacqui loves to share the beautifully curated dresses, stunning jewelry and sparkling prom gowns that she sources at market each season.
Grace Alexander
Stylist
Grace, the daughter of proprietor Jacqui Wadsworth, has grown up immersed in the bridal world. She has worked at The Gilded Gown since its inception and is highly knowledgeable about bridal design, fit and silhouettes. She especially enjoys working with clients to find their perfect dress and accessories.
Grace is a successful model, having appeared in numerous fashion shows, magazine ads, television commercials and photo shoots. In her spare time she is an avid equestrian with a love for the hunter jumper world.
Grace has many gifts -- she is a world class barista, hoola hooper and vegetarian chef.
Emily Muse
Stylist
Emily Muse is about the sweetest person you'll ever meet. She's a treasured member of Team Gilded Gown. Emily is always willing to lend a hand and a kind word. She's also ready to laugh, have fun, sing and/or dance. If you are looking for a partner in crime, she's your stylist!
A talented model and actress represented by Talent Trek Agency, Emily was most recently filmed for a part in "Saving Faith." She appears in local print media and television commercials too.
A proud wife and mother, Emily has a strong and beautiful faith in God.
Elizabeth Ethridge
Stylist
Elizabeth, sister of Proprietor Jacqui Wadsworth, has a lifelong love of retail. She previously owned and operated two home decor stores in Knoxville: Eden and Jambalaya Upscale Thrift. Elizabeth helped Jacqui with The Gilded Gown at its inception and during the Chapman Highway days. She is thrilled to be back at The Gilded Gown helping clients and sharing in their happy moments.
With a background in Visual Merchandising, Elizabeth loves to work on displays at the store. Happily married, her hobbies include thrift store trips, travel, hanging out by the pool and most of all spending time with friends and family.
Heather Danielson
Sales Manager
Beautiful Heather is a welcome addition to Team GG. Not only does she possess years of personnel, retail, and management experience but she also has a heart of pure gold. Work with her and you'll see that she is outspoken, quick to laugh, totally helpful and a total #bossbabe.
Heather is a proud mother of two wonderful kids and one adorable chihuahua. Her favorite hobby, besides enjoying time with her friends and family, is finding a quiet nook to read in. Find out more about her in our blog.
Summer Lane
Stylist
Summer, our resident country girl, loves Color Guard, cowboy boots, hunting, four wheeling, fishing and anything outdoorsy. She loves fashion and likes spending one-on-one time with clients. A valued member of the Gilded Gown team, Summer likes helping her peers boost their self-esteem by helping them find just the RIGHT dress.
Her favorite quote is by Coco Chanel, "A girl should be two things: classy and fabulous!" We agree!
Mary Blevins
Stylist
East Tennessee native Mary is a happily married mother of two wonderful adult children and two adorable rescue dogs. Mary is a super-friendly people person who enjoys binge watching Netflix, and Maryville High School baseball. She loves beach vacations and summertime!
Mary finds it very rewarding to help brides find the perfect dress. She especially loves it when their faces light up and that moment when a bride feels beautiful.
A favorite of the entire staff Mary keeps us all laughing! We are so excited that Mary convinced her sister Emily L to come join the GG Team too. Fashion,Family, Friends & Fun!
Miranda Evans
Stylist
Gorgeous Miranda is an accomplished bridal stylist with The Gilded Gown. As a recent bride herself she really understands and connects with our brides. She loves spending time with her adorable son and hubby. And we love spending time with her! If you are searching for a wedding or prom dress, Miranda is the perfect guide. Miranda is a fabulous addition to our GG Fam. She brings a great spirit, mad sewing skills and a soft-spoken strength. And, she can solve problems and fix things like nobody's business.
Tequila Young
Stylist
Glamorous Tequila (with an awesome, unforgettable name) has been working with The Gilded Gown since our Chapman Highway days. Her easy going personality, impeccable taste and beauty instantly captivate our clients.
Tequila loves spending time with her family and friends. And we LOVE spending time with her. Book an appointment with Tequila and you are assured a wonderful experience.
K.C. Stockard
Stylist
Adorably eccentric Kellie is a Louisiana native. An avid seamstress and costumer, she has a true appreciation for the superior construction of our bridal gowns. She loves helping girls find the perfect dress for their special occasions. In her free time her favorite thing is spending time with her husband and kitty Allie.