WHAT’S THE DIFFERENCE BETWEEN A&BÉ BRIDAL SHOPS AND ANNA BÉ BRIDAL BOUTIQUES
one company, two bridal brands. we’re the first to admit the similar names between a&bé bridal shop and anna bé bridal boutiques can be confusing, but if you read this blog, we’re confident you’ll walk away with a better understanding of our two brands and their differences.
having these two distinct brands has allowed us to cater to a wide range of brides nationwide. we often refer to our stores as “sister-shops” and we treat each other as such. uplifting one another, sharing tips and tricks, and most importantly, supporting our brides with the wealth of bridal expertise we’ve accumulated thanks to our decades long history!
WHEN WAS ANNA BÉ BRIDAL BOUTIQUE FOUNDED?
anna bé bridal boutique was founded in 2006. bridal maven, anna walsh is the founder, ceo, and owner. anna often recalls the margarita-fueled brainstorm that brought anna bé bridal boutique to life.
where is anna bé bridal boutique located?
anna bé bridal boutique colorado opened in 2006. today, the brand is three locations strong. ushering in a new era of elegant wedding dresses, the opening of anna bé texas and anna bé minnesota in 2021 brought anna bé’s refined collection to southern and midwest brides.
WHEN WAS A&BÉ BRIDAL BRIDAL SHOP FOUNDED?
after seven years of running anna bé colorado, founder, ceo, and owner, anna walsh, was inspired to launch a new company during a creative surge within the wedding industry. 2013 was the year a&bé bridal shop came to life. a decade later, in october 2023, we celebrated our 10 year business anniversary and now sit at 10 locations nationwide!
where is a&bé bridal shop located?
a&bé bridal shop is a small family of bridal stores with locations in austin, boise, dallas, denver, minneapolis, nashville (opening winter 2024), portland, raleigh, sacramento, and seattle. it is our hope that even if you don’t live in a city with an a&bé bridal shop location, you’re but a day trip or long weekend away from a good time and a good dress!
A&BÉ BRIDAL SHOP AND ANNA BÉ BRIDAL BOUTIQUE ETHOS
a&bé bridal shop and anna bé bridal boutiques share the philosophy of creating the best shopping experience for brides. both brands are rooted in their commitment to fostering community and giving back to organizations that support women.
you’ll also find that both brands share the same core values. below is a list of our nine shared values.
authenticity
authenticity is our baseline. we celebrate individuality and deeply cherish genuine connection in all that we do.
improving
growth is our constant. through careful consideration and courage, we find new ways to bring value to our collections, our processes, ourselves, and our community.
community
we are rooted in our communities. our a&bé and anna bé teams, our designers, our brides, and our local wedding vendor communities are our foundation.
fun
love, it’s the whole damn point. we are lucky to celebrate love daily. catch us making the most of each moment by prioritizing a good time for our team and guests.
design
intentional design is everywhere at a&bé and anna bé. our dresses, our spaces, everything we create is with intention.
integrity
we are sincere and straightforward. we strive to create and highly value open lines of communication.
inclusion
all are welcome.
we reject the assumption that a bride must identify as a specific gender by removing gender-identifying pronouns from our copy, language, and branding. a bride, a couple, a groom, a partner, a babe; however you identify within the wedding sphere are all welcome and we have the perfect wedding dress for you.
WHAT IS THE DIFFERENCE BETWEEN A&BÉ BRIDAL SHOP AND ANNA BÉ BRIDAL BOUTIQUE?
our designer offering and price point. a&bé bridal shop maintains a price point of $1,200-$3,500+, while anna bé bridal boutique starts at $2,500-$5,000+.
a&bé
a&bé ($1,200-$3,500+) is geared towards brides who are bold, free-spirited, and determined to be themselves on their big day. we have both classic gowns within our collection as well as plenty of unexpected textures, styles, and silhouettes. a&bé makes it possible for brides to be as playful or as understated as feels true to them. our designers are often up and coming and innovative which is reflected in the refreshing creativity of our collection.
anna bé
anna bé ($2,500-$5,000+) is both classic and fashion-forward. our anna bé brides find that our collection is high quality through and through, from both contemporary designers as well as established design houses known for their couture gowns. we have curated our collection with extreme attention to detail and love of artful design.