Merle Norman Cosmetics Studio

Hello! I'm Brianna, and I'm from Hernando High School my Junior year of high school I wanted to be involved in school events as much as I could so l decided to be apart of Hernando High school annual Beauty Review I had no clue where I would go and find a not only beautiful but affordable gown from. I came across Merle Norman on my instagram feed and instantly told my mom we had to go look at their dresses. Driving for almost an hour and a half as soon as I arrived I got greeted by the most amazing and uplifting team of individuals ready to help me find a perfect gown that I would just fall in love with. Being that they were slammed packed when I got there they made sure everyone was accommodated and no one felt like they were being singled out or not helped with. Upon sizing and things of that nature the lady that helped me find my dress (Shelbi) asked was I just looking for a pageant dress or did I have anything else coming up that I needed a dress for I told her that I did also have a prom coming up but I wasn’t really searching for a dress just then since the pageant was way sooner. She replied, “okay girl we gotcha”. I had an instant relief. After Passing me dress after another in the dressing room walking out into the big mirror hearing my mom and all the other moms yell that looks so good on you I not only walked out with a pageant dress that I ended up winning MOST PHOTOGENIC & 1st Runner Up, but also my dream prom dress I was super excited. Make sure you all go check out this amazing dress store in Ripley Ms these people are AMAZING♥️!

If you’re looking for a prom, pageant or semi-formal dress this is your absolute first and last stop! The Merle girls go above and beyond to pick out the dress or outfit that’s perfect for your occasion. Then they will help you with all the necessities and accessories you need to complete the look! Not only does Merle Norman carry formal attire they also have many adorable boutique outfits and dresses. We personally have been shopping with them for 15 plus years and they’ve made every experience exceptional.

Amazing experience…we live over an hour away but SAVED time because the staff curated a selection of gowns that complimented my daughter and asked the right questions to ensure that we didn’t get overwhelmed. Highly recommend…it is worth the drive from Tennessee!

Today was my daughter and I first time at the Ripley location. We traveled almost two hours, coming from Grenada, Ms. The team there were so nice, helpful and engaged with each of us!! Definitely a 10/10 experience!! I look forward to going back for all of our dress/glam needs!

I've shopped here for years for pageants, homecoming court, and dances. It's always the best experience. The girls who help you never rush you and make you feel beautiful in every dress, and the dresses are all amazing in their own way. There is definitely a dress for everyone here.