Blingh Couture brings sparkle and style to La Place in Beachwood
The boutique’s offerings range from wedding gowns and prom dresses to Quinceanera attire and gala wear.
Beachwood, Ohio (WOIO) - Miesha Strickland, co-owner of Blingh Couture, a new boutique in Beachwood’s upscale La Place, faced an unexpected hurdle when seeking a lease extension: the suggestion that her shop was “too ethnic.”
Instead of deterring her, the feedback fueled Strickland’s vision, leading her to double down on creating a space that celebrates diversity and caters to all.
“She has a job to do, everyone does,” Strickland explained, acknowledging the property management’s perspective. “They want to make sure it pairs well with the environment, and I said, ‘Well, if you’ve got Diamonds Direct next door selling wedding rings, come over, pick out a wedding dress, mother of the bride.’”
Blingh Couture, open for just three weeks, is already making a statement.
Strickland’s vision is clear: “It’s diverse, it’s for all cultures, Black, white, Asian descent, we have something for everyone.”
This isn’t just talk. Blingh Couture offers custom designs for every body type and every occasion. “Any waist size, any dress size, we’re here to accommodate fashion,” Strickland emphasized.
The boutique’s offerings range from wedding gowns and prom dresses to Quinceanera attire and gala wear.
Adding a touch of global flair, the fabrics are imported directly from Dubai, many incorporating Swarovski crystals.
Each gown is tailored specifically to the individual’s body shape, a service included with the purchase.
Strickland and her husband, Reese, who recently celebrated their 20th wedding anniversary with an Emirati-themed vow renewal, are the embodiment of Black love and entrepreneurial spirit.
Miesha’s own gown from the renewal is among the designs available in the boutique.
Strickland draws inspiration from Black history, citing legendary African American designer Ann Lowe, known for creating Jacqueline Kennedy’s wedding dress, as a key influence.
Opening the luxury boutique has been a significant undertaking, but Strickland, a long-time Beachwood resident whose daughter graduated from Beachwood High, is deeply invested in the community. “We’re residents' number one, and we’ve raised our children here,” she said. “So, we’re a part of the community, we’re stakeholders in the community.”
If you’d like to check out Blingh Couture for yourself, they’re located at La Place at 2101 Richmond Rd. Unit 21, Beachwood, Ohio.
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