Phaedra Pistone is native of North Carolina! She has been married to her awesome husband for 5 years, and they have 3 fur babies: Harley, Cru and Pesci.
Phaedra has been helping brides say “Yes to the dress” for 13 years at her boutique Classic Bride & Formals in Cornelius. As a breast cancer survivor, she takes pride in turning her pain into purpose. Phaedra has been able to use the opportunity as United States of America’s Mrs. South Carolina 2021 to share her message of awareness with others! She is a pillar of support to women with breast cancer and offers HOPE – she understands the fears and struggles of what they are going through and enjoys encouraging them. Phaedra has teamed up with one of her favorite charities – Shirley’s Angels -to help bring hope in our community.
Q: Please tell us about your current, past, or future career. What do you love most about what you do?
Bridal Boutique owner of Classic Bride & Formals for 13 years. The most rewarding part is helping brides find that perfect wedding gown for their special day!
Q: What is your favorite restaurant in Lake Norman?*
Melting Pot
Q: How long have you lived or worked in Lake Norman?*
over 15 years
Q: If you could travel anywhere in the world right now, where would it be?*
Somewhere sunny and warm!
Q: What advice would you give to people?
Never give up! Keep fighting for you!
Q: What is something on your bucket list?
Going back to my birthplace of San Antonio, TX
Q: Do you have any pets? Tell us about them!
Yes – three. Harley, Cru, and Pesci
Q: If someone was visiting Lake Norman for the first time, what’s one thing you would tell them they HAVE to do here on their trip?
Visit me at Classic Bride & Formals…lol
Q: What is something interesting that most people don’t know about you?*
I make my own lip gloss. I am on the side of the mobile mammogram bus for Charlotte Radiology
Q: What is your favorite pizza topping?
Cheese
Q: Who inspires you to be better?
My mother, husband and sisters
Q: Finally, what would be your #1 “wish list” feature for your dream house?
A screened in porch