Northshore magazine showcases the best that the North Shore of Boston, MA has to offer.
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JANUARY + FEBRUARY 2016 nshoremag.com | 75 Attire ACCESSORIES Editors' Choice Cristina's Andover, 978-470-3956, cristinasbridal.com No matter how lovely the gown, a wedding look is not complete without accessories, and Cristina's delivers. This vast shop is an impressive epicenter for all your wedding needs, and this is certainly true of its selection of beautiful bridal accessories. Whether you're look- ing for a couture veil, a vintage-inspired hair comb, or beautifully handcrafted jewelry from designers like Erin Cole and Toni Federici, you'll find it and much more at Cristina's. Readers' Choice Pretty Poppy Newburyport, 978-462-1385, prettypoppystore.com Promising to specialize in jewelry and accessories for all shoppers, whether they are "nine or 90," Pretty Poppy delivers fun, fashionable, and affordable pieces for brides, 'maids, moms, and more. The store is cheery and colorful, fun and friendly, and carries an ever-changing selection of jewelry, including a sterling silver collec- tion. Plus, Pretty Poppy's personalized accessories, such as totes and cosmetics bags, make great attendant gifts. ALTERATIONS Editors' Choice Sew Sweet Amesbury, 978-388-6933, sewsweettailoring.com Brides don't trust their wedding gown alterations to just anyone. That's why Sew Sweet Tailoring is a go-to for brides who are looking for the perfect fit and an expert hand. With more than 25 years of experience, Sew Sweet specializes in bridal alterations, making sure that every bride looks perfect on that special day. Readers' Choice Shaban's Andover, 978-475-5996, shabansofandover.com Walk into Shaban's and you'll know why owner and master tailor Shaban Catalbas inspires loyalty and love from his customers. For more than a decade, he's been the precision tailor that so many on the North Shore are devoted to, and that's as true for wedding wear as it is for everyday attire. Cristina's has a collection of beautiful bridal attire as well as the accessories to match. photograph by Rachael Kloss