The Steel Magnolia opened its doors in November 2015 in the heart of historic downtown Somerset. The historic building at 114 N Main St was built in 1886, and still boasts its original pressed tin ceilings and hardwood floors. Newly updated with timeless sophistication, from the ornate ceilings to the soft lighting chandeliers. The atmosphere offered makes for an unforgettable bridal experience.
Owner, Lacy Dixon, opened The Steel Magnolia with hopes of catering to each customer on a personal level. She states, “We handle our brides one at a time here. Each woman is given her time, with her family, in a private and comfortable setting. This makes the experience more memorable for the bride. There is no awkward sitting with strangers, just you and your loved ones. Each customer gets undivided attention and we can listen to her and her concerns. This is why we do private appointments. We do take walk-ins if we have an open slot, of course. But with the growing popularity of our shopping experience, availability is sometimes limited”.
In January 2018, we opened our second floor that focuses on the plus size bride. We created a beautiful and comfortable space that our plus size gals can shop in with confidence. Starting at a size 20 and ranging to a 30, our second floor has over 50 gowns for a bride to choose from! Our plus size brides find it a relief to have a private and intimate setting, with such a large selection of gowns just for them! With the opening of the second story, we are now operating on just under 4,000 square feet and have 150 gowns in store!

The Steel Magnolia opened its doors in November 2015 in the heart of historic downtown Somerset. The historic building at 114 N Main St was built in 1886, and still boasts its original pressed tin ceilings and hardwood floors. Newly updated with timeless sophistication, from the ornate ceilings to the soft lighting chandeliers. The atmosphere offered makes for an unforgettable bridal experience.
Owner, Lacy Dixon, opened The Steel Magnolia with hopes of catering to each customer on a personal level. She states, “We handle our brides one at a time here. Each woman is given her time, with her family, in a private and comfortable setting. This makes the experience more memorable for the bride. There is no awkward sitting with strangers, just you and your loved ones. Each customer gets undivided attention and we can listen to her and her concerns. This is why we do private appointments. We do take walk-ins if we have an open slot, of course. But with the growing popularity of our shopping experience, availability is sometimes limited”.
In January 2018, we opened our second floor that focuses on the plus size bride. We created a beautiful and comfortable space that our plus size gals can shop in with confidence. Starting at a size 20 and ranging to a 30, our second floor has over 50 gowns for a bride to choose from! Our plus size brides find it a relief to have a private and intimate setting, with such a large selection of gowns just for them! With the opening of the second story, we are now operating on just under 4,000 square feet and have 150 gowns in store!
Meet the Team
Lacy Dixon
Lacy Dixon owns and operates The Steel Magnolia. After working as a registered nurse for 10+ years, she longed for a career filled with joy, love, and passion. She opened the doors to The Steel Magnolia in 2015 and never looked back. Her vision was to create a memorable and intimate shopping experience for brides and their loved ones. With a love for uniquely beautiful gowns, she plunged into the bridal world with a mission to provide the best customer service and a memorable experience. "I love that I can be a part of such a milestone for so many women. It's truly the most important garment one will ever wear, and I'm flattered to be here for that. My goal is to keep every bride in a private and comfortable setting, surrounded by family and friends. This is the only way to find the dress you start the rest of your life in!"
Megan Belcher
Contact Us
Address:
114 N Main St, Somerset, KY 42501
Phone:
606-451-9649
Email:
info@thesteelmagnoliabridal.com
Hours of Operation:
10 AM - 5 PM Tuesday through Saturday
~By Appointment Only
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