Meet the Founders

At Special Occasion Bridal, we’re two friends with a shared vision: to bring beautiful affordable wedding gowns to brides across the country. Based in Ohio, we operate from two bustling cities-Cincinnati and Columbus-working together to provide a seamless shopping experience with personal touches that makes every bride feel special.

Shannon Muhlhofer (Pictured Left)

With over a decade of experience in the bridal industry, Shannon is the heart and soul behind Special Occasion Bridal. Prior to starting Special Occasion Bridal, she owned and operated a successful bridal boutique in Cincinnati for nine years. During that time, she helped countless brides find their perfect gowns, gaining a deep understanding of what makes each wedding dress truly special. Her mission is to provide a personal and stress-free experience for every bride, bringing the boutique shopping experience directly to your home.

Kelli Richardson (Pictured Right)

With a successful career in real estate sales, Kelli knows what it takes to help people find their perfect match and now she’s bringing her expertise to the world of bridal fashion. After years of guiding clients through some of life’s biggest decisions, she’s using her passion for helping others and her eye for detail to create a new kind of bridal shopping experience. With Kelli at the helm, you can trust that every dress at Special Occasion Bridal is selected with care, and that each brides experience will be as special as her big day. Whether it’s in real estate or bridal fashion, Kelli and Shannon are here to help you find the one!