Meet the Staff!!!!
Pam
I spent most of my childhood growing up here in Byron, MN. I graduated from BHS in 1979, and opened Satin & Silks Bridal & Formal Wear in 1982 which has gone through 4 expansions to now become known as The Prom Shop. I love running The Prom Shop because every year is completely different than the last, not only in dresses, but in the shop decor and even the social media aspect of the business. The Prom Shop is a never ending learning experience to make sure our customers get the absolute BEST experience possible here!
What I love about this years styles: This year it's all about the fabric. My favorites are definitely the classic styles but in one of the new fabrics for Prom 2018; mikado, jacquard, lace, and glitter metallics just to name a few. For Accessorizing your dress I would say the must have accessory to go with these gorgeous looks is the new amazing belts that have been incredibly hot this year. The shoes styles this year are amazing and I say go as high of a heel as you can handle.
My favorite thing about working here every day is that even though we all live in an extremely busy lifestyle, I get to see families and friends shop together. It is so amazing to see them laughing and having a great time together, while helping a daughter, sister, granddaughter, or close friend find that perfect dress. It is a memory that each of them will always remember.
Colleen
Hi! I’ve worked here at The Prom Shop for over 8 years now and I still love every day of it. My favorite thing to see at the shop is the girls faces lighting up after they find the perfect dress of their dreams.
As for styles I am partial to one piece dresses with a fuller skirt. I love the portrait necklines matched with bigger chunky stone earrings. One of our newest accessory items that has definitely caught my attention is the belts, it completely changes the look of a dress if you add one of our new rhinestone belts. Talk about bringing a dress up a notch! Well I’m a mom so i believe in comfortable shoes and a hairstyle to match the look of the dress.
One tip of advice for prom girls…...This is your prom! You don’t need to get your dates approval unless he is paying for your dress. He should have to wait to see you on the day of your prom it will make it that much more special.
Some of my favorite shoppers are the dads who come in to shop with their daughters and how they will sometimes tear up when they see their little girls in the perfect dress.
Lastly, I am so proud of our staff at the Prom Shop as they all really do care about helping each girl find that “perfect dress” and they all know the stock so well they will search the store high and low looking for that one perfect dress they know will be the one!
Courtney
I grew up working and helping out at The Prom Shop for as long as I can remember. I have been running the registers here for the last six prom seasons. I graduated from Byron High School in 2004. I wore an aqua ball gown from The Prom Shop my junior year and a black high-low with wrap up shoes my senior year.
I am a 4th grade teacher in Hayfield, MN and also coach volleyball. When I am not teaching, coaching, or working at The Prom Shop, I enjoy traveling to new places, playing volleyball, and doing anything outdoors.
Favorite Prom Style: I love the floral two-piece gowns.
My favorite part about working at The Prom Shop is the family experience. I love seeing daughters looking for dresses with their siblings, moms, and especially when dads come in to help in the search.
Addyson
This is my third year at The Prom Shop. My favorite designer is Jovani. My favorite thing about working at the prom shop is watching the girls light up as they find "their" dress and helping them find jewelry. I love helping the girls pick out dresses and having the moms and grandmas coming in and helping the girls shop.
My favorite thing about prom is getting dressed up and taking pictures! My favorite memory at the prom shop would be our Saturday meetings!! They can get crazy! I love talking with all the other employees! This will be my second year going to prom and I'm super excited!! I'm super glad that I have two more years as well! The must have accessory for prom in my opinion is earrings! They definetely "set" the dress, so you need to find the right earrings for your dress. I don't have a preference for either two pieces or one piece dresses, last year I had a two piece and this year I have a one piece, I like to mix it up! When it comes to hair it definately depends on your dress. My opinion is to go off your dress!
I love working. I love helping people and organizing! If you need help finding a prom dress I'd be happy to help!! Come down to The Prom Shop and see me!
Jodi
Hi my name is Jodi Klocke; this is my second year at The Prom Shop. I am a Wife and working Mom of 2 grown children, who was looking for something fun to do to make the winter months go by faster. I have to admit that when I was looking for a second job at the Prom Shop, sewing wasn’t on my mind! However, I guess things work out for a reason; because I love it. That’s right, folks, you will rarely see me out front; as I will be in the back mending and sewing on those lovely dresses that you have come to love. Some people exercise or read a book for therapy…… I play with sequins, beads, threads, needles and even glue for mine!
Betty Ann
Hello, I'm Betty Ann, and I'm very pleased to join the Prom Shop as the store Greeter. I am a wife and a mother to two grown children and work fulltime in Rochester weekdays. This job is definitely a wonderful opportunity to work, have fun and make the winter go by faster. I just love being part of the wonderful staff at The Prom Shop where I get to assist our clients with their shopping experience. I am responsible for greeting each and every shopper and guest, explaining the organization of the dresses, and assisting them in getting registered into our store computer system. This enables a more organized and efficient shopping experience. I will help to match you up with one of our delightful sales associates , check you in for your appointment, or get you in line for a fitting room . I also assist in returning the dresses back to the floor as quickly as we can. Each and every staff member here takes great care of these fabulous gowns in order to be sure that you have the best shopping experience possible. My favorite parts of the job are meeting people from so many places and seeing the excitement in everyone as they shop . It is a great pleasure to help everyone who shops at The Prom Shop and see the excitement when each girl finds their perfect dress.
Autumn
Hi everyone! My name is Autumn and this is my second season working at The Prom Shop. I am an outgoing person so I love interacting with all of the girls and their families. In my free time I like to hang out with my friends or play volleyball.
My favorite style is a mermaid dress, but I’m not picky because they are all so pretty! The best part of working at The Prom Shop is the happiness when a girl finds her perfect dress (the bagels at Saturday morning meetings are pretty great too). It is amazing to me that even though it can get very busy, us employees still make connections with all of our customers. It is an amazing feeling when you find a girl the dress of her dreams!
I love working. I love helping people and organizing! If you need help finding a prom dress I'd be happy to help!! Come down to The Prom Shop and see me!
Jodi
Hi my name is Jodi Klocke; this is my second year at The Prom Shop. I am a Wife and working Mom of 2 grown children, who was looking for something fun to do to make the winter months go by faster. I have to admit that when I was looking for a second job at the Prom Shop, sewing wasn’t on my mind! However, I guess things work out for a reason; because I love it. That’s right, folks, you will rarely see me out front; as I will be in the back mending and sewing on those lovely dresses that you have come to love. Some people exercise or read a book for therapy…… I play with sequins, beads, threads, needles and even glue for mine!
Betty Ann
Hello, I'm Betty Ann, and I'm very pleased to join the Prom Shop as the store Greeter. I am a wife and a mother to two grown children and work fulltime in Rochester weekdays. This job is definitely a wonderful opportunity to work, have fun and make the winter go by faster. I just love being part of the wonderful staff at The Prom Shop where I get to assist our clients with their shopping experience. I am responsible for greeting each and every shopper and guest, explaining the organization of the dresses, and assisting them in getting registered into our store computer system. This enables a more organized and efficient shopping experience. I will help to match you up with one of our delightful sales associates , check you in for your appointment, or get you in line for a fitting room . I also assist in returning the dresses back to the floor as quickly as we can. Each and every staff member here takes great care of these fabulous gowns in order to be sure that you have the best shopping experience possible. My favorite parts of the job are meeting people from so many places and seeing the excitement in everyone as they shop . It is a great pleasure to help everyone who shops at The Prom Shop and see the excitement when each girl finds their perfect dress.
Autumn
Hi everyone! My name is Autumn and this is my second season working at The Prom Shop. I am an outgoing person so I love interacting with all of the girls and their families. In my free time I like to hang out with my friends or play volleyball.
My favorite style is a mermaid dress, but I’m not picky because they are all so pretty! The best part of working at The Prom Shop is the happiness when a girl finds her perfect dress (the bagels at Saturday morning meetings are pretty great too). It is amazing to me that even though it can get very busy, us employees still make connections with all of our customers. It is an amazing feeling when you find a girl the dress of her dreams!