One in three brides that we talk to have experienced decision regret from buying online, or an impulse buy because it was “a good deal.” What happens next: That dress goes to a resale site and the cycle continues for the next bride. The current landscape is chaotic and unsustainable. The industry has kept its traditions. What’s changed is how brides make decisions - and until now, no one has truly adapted to that shift. That’s where Dressit comes in. AI in bridal isn’t about automation or virtual try ons. It’s about understanding. Brides don’t just pick dresses based on aesthetics; their choices are deeply emotional. Dressit is unlocking that emotional piece - not replacing it, but enhancing it in a way that only a bridal boutique owner would understand. We know that the best wedding dress decisions still happen in boutiques - and our job is to make it easier for brides to find their way there. Because wedding dress shopping isn’t just about the dress. It’s about the moment. And that’s what Dressit is getting right. Read more in our latest post https://lnkd.in/gSDhpRiu #weddingtech #innovation #data #smallbusiness #femalefounder
Dressit.ai
软件开发
Coldwater ,OH 258 位关注者
The first AI-powered wedding dress matchmaking & intelligence hub connecting brides to real boutique inventory.
关于我们
Led by an experienced former bridal boutique owner, Dressit is positioned to transform the bridal industry by empowering small, independent businesses through innovative technology and data that enhances human connections and creates a collaborative and sustainable wedding ecosystem. Our platform bridges the gap between online convenience and the irreplaceable in-store experience, recognizing the unique emotional journey of wedding dress shopping. Brides today expect convenience and speed in their wedding dress shopping. Dressit is addressing this with a centralized app that connects bridal boutiques with brides looking for a stress-free wedding experience.
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https://dressit.ai/
Dressit.ai的外部链接
- 所属行业
- 软件开发
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- 2-10 人
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- Coldwater ,OH
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- 私人持股
- 创立
- 2023
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US,OH,Coldwater ,45828
Dressit.ai员工
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Kerry Heleniak
Chief Growth Officer
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Becca Wenning
Championing The Bridal Boutique Experience | Wedding Tech Innovator | Former Bridal Boutique Owner | Community Builder | FIRST Inspires Coach |…
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Maggie Lord
Helping female founders sell their businesses | Strategic advisor to female founded brands | Founder & former CEO of Rustic Wedding Chic (Acq. by…
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Frank Townsend
jack of all trades
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This morning in our team standup, we talked about the shift in consumer shopping behavior - and how it’s reshaping the retail landscape. While traditional in-store experiences are being replaced by online shopping and overconsumption, there’s one area of retail that’s thriving: in-store or pop-up thrifting. 72% of individuals aged 25-34 regularly buy vintage items (Capital One Shopping, 3/2025). Why? Because thrifting offers something online shopping can’t: ? Unique, one-of-a-kind finds ? Items with meaning and a story ? Higher-quality craftsmanship ? An immersive, in-person experience This same sentiment is at the core of what we’re building in the wedding dress space with our boutique-first approach ? It’s unique (dresses can be customized) ? It’s meaningful ? It’s high quality ? It can’t be replicated online We’re cracking the code with AI and human-centered technology, ensuring that the future of wedding dress shopping stays personal, intentional, and rooted in experience. Our elite founding boutiques and industry partners are helping us shape the future. We can’t wait to share what’s next! #weddingtechnology #retail #vintage #experience #weddings
Championing The Bridal Boutique Experience | Wedding Tech Innovator | Former Bridal Boutique Owner | Community Builder | FIRST Inspires Coach | Entrepreneur & Tech Enthusiast | Boy Mom
It didn’t happen overnight. I’ve been witnessing the increasing vacancies and sad evolution on the Mag Mile firsthand. Chicago was a place we called “a home away from home” - a quick 3:45 drive. Pack up the boys on a Friday and come home Sunday. Eat, explore museums, theatre, shop, steam. Food Life was life!! For the last 20 years we have been loyalists to the Ritz Carlton (I still have yet to find a better hotel in terms of comfort, quality and service). The bellman watched our boys grow up and knows us by name. We were there last weekend and he said “Ty, I remember when you were in a car seat!” Here is what I observed: there were still LOTS of people walking around. Not as many as say, 8-10 years ago, but still buzzing. The Starbucks Reserve (former Crate and Barrel) was jam packed from open to close, the newer Alo Yoga store was stocked full of inventory and people, the Nike store was practically bare and almost empty. Now I know I am guilty of this too: I’ll be shopping around in a store and not buy anything because I can go home and look for cheaper options online. Or, I am just not willing to carry it around and will have it shipped to my house - convenience! I’ve been inside of a store and shopping online simultaneously and I know I’m not alone. Brides are also doing this. What makes me pull the trigger on a purchase in a retail store? - It’s unique- I can’t find this anywhere else and I need to have it now. - Scarcity - it’s going to sell out. -Limited release or location-only merchandise - An immediate need - I forgot my coat so I needed to buy a new one (this actually happened) - I like the vibe and service and want to support it With so many options at consumers’ fingertips, it’s a massive challenge for the retail industry. The way we shop has changed- permanently. Convenience, price comparison, and online availability have rewired our behaviors. And yet, the physical experience still holds power. Walking down the Mag Mile, I couldn’t help but feel the push and pull of it all. The energy was there, but so were the empty storefronts. Some stores were thriving, others barely hanging on But despite all the changes, one thing remains: people still crave experiences. The question is, how will retail evolve to meet them where they are? #retail #consumerbehavior
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Just wrapped Day 1 at Chicago Bridal Market, and we’re more convinced than ever of what the industry needs. What we heard from designers and boutiques validated exactly why we're building Dressit. A disconnected ecosystem where designers want to support boutiques but lack the tools to do so efficiently. The bridal industry doesn't need another tech platform that doesn't understand its heart. It needs solutions built by people who've lived the challenges. Read about what we learned today and why it matters for the future of bridal retail. Would love to hear your thoughts if you're in the industry! https://lnkd.in/gvWcnuJm #weddingtechnology #nationalbridalmarket #innovation
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Excited to return to National Bridal Market Chicago this weekend, exactly one year after validating our initial concept! At Dressit, we're transforming bridal retail with AI-powered matching that connects brides directly to real boutique inventory - reducing the search from five steps to one. The numbers speak volumes: we're creating a direct pathway from the 3 billion annual wedding dress searches to actual in-stock inventory at local boutiques. After 10+ years as a bridal boutique owner, I intimately understand the challenges facing this industry. Our platform empowers boutiques with qualified leads while giving brides the seamless discovery experience they deserve. Stop by our booth to see how we're reimagining search & discovery for the modern bridal industry - built by boutiques, for boutiques. We're not just innovating the shopping experience, but paving the way for a more sustainable, circular fashion economy in bridal. -Becca Wenning - Founder & CEO A special shout out to the people in the frontlines who are helping to making this a reality: Big Kitty Labs Patrick Klein Maggie Lord Frank Townsend Cyrannus and our newest addition Kerry Heleniak - Chief Growth Officer for Dressit. #NationalBridalMarket #BridalTech #RetailInnovation #CircularFashion #SustainableBridal
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Grateful for the opportunity to pitch Dressit at EDGE! This event made it clear - fashion retail is at a turning point, with consumers demanding a more intuitive, connected, and seamless shopping experience - with resale and sustainability taking center stage. Bridal is no exception. The way brides search for and discover their dream dress is evolving, and technology is the key to bridging the gap between inspiration and in-store reality. At Dressit we connect brides to real boutique inventory. We embrace AI not as a replacement but as a tool to enhance human connection - because bridal is, and always will be, about emotion, experience, and finding The One. A huge thank you to Threads of Tech, the judges, and this incredible community for validating what we’re building. ???? Excited to follow these trailblazing founders in the fashion tech space. #pitchcompetition #NYFW #EDGE #weddingtech #ohio #startup
???EDGE Recap: Pitch Competition !??? What an incredible event! We had an inspiring lineup of?pitch participants?showcasing innovative ideas, an expert panel of?judges?offering insightful feedback, and amazing?prize partners?supporting the journey. A huge?THANK YOU?to our?Pitch Moderator, Colette Johnson?from?in haus, for leading the session with such energy! Shoutout to our?Judges?for their expertise and valuable insights: ??Maurice Ng?–?Tings Capital ??Hannah Dopico?–?Pivotnorth Capital ??Naomi Goez?–?Forum Ventures ??Laurent S.?–?SPANVentures. Congratulations to our?Pitch Participants?for their game-changing ideas: ???Karissma Yve?–?GILDFORM (WINNER ??) ???Emilie H.?–?Make the Dot ???Becca Wenning?–?Dressit.ai ???Nancy Rhodes?–?Alternew ???Kunaal A. Chande?–?Vaultik And a special thanks to our?Prize Partners,?Carta & HubSpot, for their generous support in empowering these entrepreneurs. This event was a true testament to the power of collaboration and innovation in the B2B space. Looking forward to seeing what’s next for all these incredible founders! #EDGE #PitchCompetition #B2B #Entrepreneurship #Innovation
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I am so proud of Dressit.ai and Becca Wenning for what they are building! As a part of their advisory board I could not be more proud. The wedding industry has always been so close to my heart as I started Rustic Wedding Chic at 26 and dove fearlessly into the great wedding world. https://lnkd.in/eHaHgNjp
The First AI-Powered Wedding Dress Matchmaking Platform and Intelligence Hub. The Future of Bridal.
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A Recap from NYFW EDGE: Where Fashion Meets Tech Last weekend at NYFW EDGE, presented by Threads of Tech, Mary Korlin-Downs and In Haus we had the incredible opportunity to learn, connect, and pitch alongside some of the brightest minds shaping the future of fashion tech: Make the Dot, Alternew, GILDFORM and Vaultik. The energy in the room was undeniable - sustainability, circular fashion, and personalization were the themes that dominated the conversation. Technology is no longer just a tool; it’s the driver of transformation in the industry. Consumers today don’t just want options - they expect instant access, transparency, and curated experiences at their fingertips. Brands that embrace startups and innovation will be the ones to stay ahead of the curve. One word kept coming up: Personalization. From AI-driven shopping and styling to dynamic shopping experiences, the future of fashion (and bridal!) is about meeting people exactly where they are, with solutions tailored to their needs. A huge thank you to the Threads of Tech team for bringing together such an inspiring group of founders, innovators, students, investors, and industry leaders. The future of fashion tech is here, and Dressit is ready to be a part of it. Let’s build the next generation of personalized, sustainable, and connected retail experiences for brides. Founder Becca Wenning embraced the spirit of sustainable fashion, pairing a vintage DVF dress with Sneex - a groundbreaking shoe brand by Sara Blakely - proving that style, comfort and innovation can go hand in hand. A special thank you to Prabh Kaur (@prabhsphotos) for capturing some fun new headshots that truly reflect the energy of the day! https://dressit.ai/ https://lnkd.in/gVWSZBc5
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?? Meet Dressit.ai, a startup connecting brides with local boutiques, simplifying the often overwhelming wedding dress shopping process. ?? Founded by Becca Wenning, the company is described as “where Zillow meets Pinterest.” “Dressit is proof that Ohio can blend innovation with a deep respect for traditional industries," says Wenning. Learn more ?? https://lnkd.in/gtrQKJzH OhioX
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Dressit connects the dots in a highly fragmented industry and we are currently onboarding the best forward-thinking boutiques in Ohio and Nashville in our alpha launch. ? Brides search and discover confidently at authorized boutiques. ? Boutiques get matched with the right brides- strengthening relationships. ? Samples stay in the boutique ecosystem - protecting brands and empowering future sales pipeline. ? Data-informed marketing means better discovery, more appointments, and smarter sales. Let’s turn inspiration into action! Contact [email protected] for designer partnership opportunities and first mover advantage. Wedding Tech Female Founded Ohio Tech
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Bringing wedding technology that empowers small business with a focus on sustainability to the forefront at NYFW EDGE this weekend! Good luck to our founder Becca Wenning.
???The stakes are high, and the future is NOW!?? Join us this?Saturday at EDGE NYFW?for our?B2B Pitch Competition, where?top innovators in fashion tech?will go head-to-head in front of?leading investors and industry experts. ?? Pitch Participants Nancy Rhodes CEO of Alternew Kunaal A. Chande Co-Founder of Vaultik Karissma Yve CEO of GILDFORM Emilie H. , CEO of Make the Dot Весса Wenning , CEO of dressit ?? Judges Maurice Ng, Managing Partner Of Tings Capital Hannah Dopico Principal Of Pivotnorth Capital Naomi Goez Principal Of Forum Ventures Laurent S. General Partner Of SPANVentures. A huge thank you to our sponsors,?Carta and HubSpot, for empowering the next generation of?game-changers in fashion tech.?Who will take the crown? Stay tuned to find out! ??? ????LAST CALL!?A?few spots remain?for?Brands & Investors, but ticket registrations?close this Friday at 9 PM.Don’t miss your chance to connect with the future of fashion-tech. ???Secure your spot now:?https://lu.ma/edgenyfw2025 #EDGENYFW #FashionInnovation #PitchToWin #NYFW2025 #FutureofFashion #Startups #TechMeetsStyle
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