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Our New Blog!

2008-12-10T20:58:00.002-07:00

We're working hard to overcome our somewhat technically challenged crew at Anna Be and have launched a new blog that we hope will be a better version of our existing blog. It will still include all of the latest events. But, our new blog will also allow us to keep updated information about our designers, a section for our brides to post to and share pictures, as well as post our latest sample gowns! It's still a little bit of a work in progress, but from here on out please check out http://blog.anna-be.com for the very latest at Anna Be!

Junko Yoshioka Trunk Show

2008-12-02T19:59:00.002-07:00

Wow! We just got in the dresses for the Junko Yoshioka trunk show and they are amazing! Touches of feathers, hand-pieced details, slim silhouettes, fuller skirts, short dresses - it's an unbelievable collection full of architectural details. The trunk show is from Friday the 5th - Sunday the 7th. There's still a few available appointments so call today to schedule one today. Gowns range from $2,600 - $10,000 and all Junko purchases will receive a 10% discount during the weekend.

Anna Be Birthday Bash

2008-11-19T20:41:00.003-07:00

We're turning 2 and celebrating with 2 full weeks of amazing gifts for our wonderful brides! From November 20th thru December 4th, for every bride who purchases a gown during this time period will have her pick of gifts from the absolute best in the wedding industry. It's a first come, first serve and the gifts include everything from a night at the Magnolia Hotel, dinner for two from Eat Catering, free spa sessions, portrait sessions with top photographers and so much more!

It's a long list to thank, but we've got amazing presents to celebrate with from Brows, Alchemy, The Oxford Hotel, The Magnolia Hotel, Paige Elizabeth, Cheryl Ungar, Jenna Walker Photography, Marilee Langner, Megan Valentine, Jim Christianson, InPhotography, Bloom Jewelry, Sara Gabriel, Plum Sage Flowers, The Flower House, Christi Johnson, Bird Dog Press, Eat, Mondo Vino, Chocolate Affair, Dramatic Events, Table 6, Pilates Aligned, and a few goodies from Anna Be. Happy Birthday!

Monique Lhuillier Coming Soon...

2008-11-16T11:30:00.002-07:00

Wow! We are unbelievably excited to be announcing that we will soon be carrying Monique Lhuillier! Known for gorgeous lace, glamorous fabrics, and out of this world designs. Our fingers are crossed that the first few dresses will be arriving by the end of 2008. We'll keep everyone updated!!!

Part-Time Weekend Associate Wanted

2008-11-06T11:19:00.002-07:00

Who We Are Looking For
We are looking for highly motivated individuals to add to our team as a part-time sales associate. Associates are part of the team who work directly with brides assisting them with gown selection and ensuring that their experience is always fun and never stressful. Associates must have excellent communication skills, a passion for design, and an upbeat attitude.

Associates must be willing to work weekends.

Hours and Compensation
We are looking for part-time help to begin immediately and to work through at least March if not longer. Associates will work 8-15 hours per week. Salary and compensation is based on experience.

To apply, please send a resume and cover letter to info@anna-be.com

Vera Wang Trunk Show November 14 - 16

2008-10-28T17:12:00.003-06:00

Vera Wang. The ultimate name in bridal. Artistic. Modern. Luxurious. And for 3 days some of the very latest pieces from her collection will be at Anna Be for a trunk show. Don't miss this amazing opportunity to try on and purchase these fabulous gowns! Appointments are required.

Sara Gabriel 2009 Collection Debut

2008-10-17T09:48:00.003-06:00

Short Dress: Long on Style

2008-10-14T20:11:00.006-06:00

I'm a little bit out of the tv loop, but in the last week I've heard so many brides talking about the Project Runway finale that I had to check it out for myself. It seems as though people were loving the challenge of designing a wedding dress and lots of folks were lauding that fabulous short dress with the feathers! I can only hope that Kenley goes on to bring that dress to production, but in the meantime there's Stephanie James for flirty frocks with a retro touch. Here's just a couple of images from Stephanie's collection... check out her site for more photos!

http://stephaniejamescouture.com/

Shopping in Chicago!!!

2008-10-06T07:31:00.002-06:00

We're in Chicago right now at the National Bridal Market! This is one of the biggest bridal shows bringing in top designers like Augusta Jones and Watters Bridal to show their new collection. We're picking out the the best new dresses to bring back to Anna Be. But be warned, these dresses won't be shipping to us until late winter/early spring (We're just now getting the rest of the fabulous new styles we picked out last spring.).

TRUNK SHOW 411

2008-09-03T15:08:00.003-06:00

For most, labor day signals the end of summer...But here at Anna Be labor day signals the start of trunk show season. What exactly is a trunk show you might ask? A trunk show is more than a sale - it's a chance to view oodles of dresses from a specific designer. Typically for a trunk show a designer will send us 30+ dresses - some best sellers and some brand new designs from their latest collection. To compare, we typically have 7-15 dresses from a specific designer at any given time in our store making a trunk show a chance to see dresses and designs that may not even usually be in the state! We'll be posting the upcoming trunk shows on our blog as they get scheduled. Coming up soon... Augusta Jones Trunk Show, September 19th - 21st.

AUGUSTA JONES TRUNK SHOW 9.19 - 9.21

2008-08-21T13:30:00.006-06:00

Don't miss your chance to check out the Augusta Jones collection. We'll be featuring the best sellers and the 2009 collection from September 19th - September 21st. Augusta Jones is a hot UK designer known for contemporary clean lines with a twist, http://www.augustajones.com/. The gowns have been featured on Say Yes to The Dress, Brides Magazine and The Knot. Give us a call at 720.855.1111 to schedule your appointment for the trunk show.

Photo Credit - Cheryl Ungar
www.cherylungarweddings.com

New Hours at Anna Be

2008-08-05T10:51:00.003-06:00

Summer 2009 seems so far away, but in the wedding dress world it's right around the corner! We recommend that a wedding dress is ordered at least 6-8 months before the wedding and often times even earlier. The dress can set the tone for the entire wedding so a lot of decisions often get put on hold until the dress is purchased, so for peace of mind it's nice to get the dress ordered and off that checklist!

Because it's such a busy time right now, we have extended the hours at Anna Be to make it even easier for our brides. Beginning in August we will be open 6 days a week: Tuesday thru Sunday and during the week we're open from 10:30am till 7pm. We're hoping that this will make it more convenient to visit us after work and with all of your friends and family! See you soon!

5280 Top of the Town

2008-06-28T13:54:00.003-06:00

Thank You!!! 5280 just released their annual Top of the Town Issue and we could not be happier to announce that we were voted Readers' Choice. We love our brides and are thrilled that the love is mutual.

Here's what the write up says:

"Ode to Anna Be: We love you because of your beautiful, hip, tasteful gowns and affordable-yet-elegant designers. We love you because of your savvy vibe and laid-back ambience. We love you because bling is not part of your vocabulary. And we especially love you because we don't feel like cupcakes on a pedestal when we try on your gowns."

Thank you dear readers. We love you!!!

Home Sweet Home

2008-06-19T10:00:00.001-06:00

Some of you may have heard that we had been thinking about moving locations. We are truly excited to say that we will be staying put in our fabulous home at 32nd and Zuni for the time being. We've been growing and at times feel like we're busting at the seams, but when all was said and done we just could not find another space that had the right layout and the fantastic brick and urban setting of our current home. During the coming months we will be investing some time and effort into maximizing our current space so it's more comfortable for brides, family, and friends. We'll post some pictures as the changes occur and we would love to have you come by and visit!

Highlands Street Fair - June 14th

2008-06-02T21:29:00.003-06:00

Don't miss the annual street fest in the heart of Highlands! There will be tons of yummy food, fun bands, and lots of great shopping to check out. We'll have a booth set up on 32nd between Julian and Lowell. If you're there, stop by and say hi!

A Wedding in Wonderland

2008-05-23T09:22:00.005-06:00

The other night we attended the ISES Wedding Showcase at the Ritz Carlton and it was truly a spectacular event! The entire theme of the evening was based on Alice in Wonderland and Anna Be helped create a bridal look that would make anyone grin like a cheshire cat.

We had four models at the event wearing simple gowns from Nicole Miller, Vera Wang, Caroline DeVillo and Stephanie James. With the help of incredible hair styling by Erin Ferris, fabulous makeup, and completely over-the-top veils by Sara Gabriel - the models were transformed into a wacky, fashionable look. While the look was a little too much for a typical wedding, we did leave the event hoping that little elements from the day could be used in moderation for the average bride.

Our takeaways...

We've seen the colored sashes and think if you're going for a bit of the flair why not step it up a notch. For the reception make it fabulous with polka-dots, prints, or even a little preppy-striped grosgrain ribbon.

Hair extensions. If you've got short hair, a radical change can be made with a couple of extensions. And if it's too much, maybe it's just a fun look for the rehearsal dinner or bachelorette party.

Simple is not plain. We hear the concern all the time "too plain" "too boring" "not enough sparkle"... This event absolutely proved that you don't need a bedazzled gown to make a statement.

Enjoy the pics! (courtesy of John Heisel)

SPRING LINGERIE SALE

2008-04-22T09:39:00.003-06:00

Celebrate the warmer months with some sassy lingerie! For th entire month of May all lingerie will be at a 15% discont - just in time for bridal showers and honeymoons.

Spring Sample Sale: Sunday, March 30th 9am - 6pm

2008-03-12T20:24:00.002-06:00

Don't miss the bridal sale of the season! Up to 75% off classic and couture looks. Call 720.855.1111 to schedule your appointment for March 30th. Doors open at 9am.

Augusta Jones Trunk Show March 14 - March 16

2008-03-02T12:53:00.001-07:00

Contemporary clean lines with a twist defines the Augusta Jones line. Don't miss your chance to check out the latest collection during the trunk show at Anna Be from March 14th thru March 16th. Call 720.855.1111 to schedule your appointment to try on these gorgeous gowns. Plus, all Augusta Jones purchases will receive a 10% discount during the trunk show.

Caroline DeVillo Trunk Show

2008-02-19T16:03:00.007-07:00

Friday 2.22 – Sunday 2.24

Chicago-based bridal designer, Caroline DeVillo, creates vintage-inspired gowns that are meticulously crafted and hand-finished. During the weekend, we will feature DeVillo's newest collection and her best sellers. Appointments for the trunk show are required and we'll be honoring a 10% discount on all Caroline DeVillo gowns during the weekend.
Check out her website at www.carolinedevillo.com

Lela Rose Trunk Show Jan. 31 - Feb 3

2008-01-16T14:01:00.000-07:00

Lela Rose Trunk Show - Jan 31 - Feb 2.
For thoroughly modern brides, Lela Rose's collection is the ultimate find. Known for her innovative ready to wear line, Rose brings innovative fabrics and stunning embellishments to redefine elegance. All Lela Rose purchases will receive a 10% discount during the weekend. Appointments are required.
www.lelarose.com

We have a winner!

2008-01-10T17:39:00.001-07:00

You made a wish and it came true. Well, for one lucky bride at least. Congrats to Taegen McGurk! The drawing was held on December 29th and according to Taegen we "made [her] year!" when we called to tell her the good news. Taegen will receive a $2,500 credit towards her dream Vera Wang gown and she couldn't be more thrilled. What a fun way to end the year for Taegen and for us. Thank you Taegen and to all of our fabulous brides for helping us celebrate our 1 year milestone. We couldn't have done it without you!

Matthew Christopher Preview January 10-13

2007-12-21T07:08:00.000-07:00

Lovely. Luminous. Limited....

To kick off 2008, we will be previewing the Matthew Christopher collection at Anna Be for one weekend only! These dresses are to die for. The signature style is a classic silhouette with beautiful detail and embroidery, but it's the new collection that we're truly crazy about. The new collection is modern, architectural, and like nothing else that is out there today. These are dresses that you must see in person to appreciate. Appointments are required for the trunk show and of course, all trunk show purchases will receive a 10% discount during the weekend. Check out http://www.matthewchristopher.com/ to learn more about his style and see some recent media coverage.

A Night at the Opera

2007-12-11T14:04:00.000-07:00

Here at the Anna Be design studio, we recently had the pleasure of designing, planning, and coordinating Cindy and Mike's stylish wedding at Kevin Taylor at the Opera House. The venue is by far one of the most chic, urban settings in Denver - a perfect fit for the bride and groom.

The very talented photographer James Christianson captured the event beautifully - from the smallest details to the intimate moments shared between the families. You can view the full slideshow at: http://www.jameschristianson.com/biagiotti/

To learn more about the design studio capabilities including design consulting, planning, and stationery give us a call to schedule a consultation - 720.855.1111.

Vera Wang Trunk Show December 6th - 9th

2007-12-01T10:41:00.000-07:00

Vera Wang. It's a name that is synonymous with bridal style. And for one weekend only, you can preview the spring 2008 collection. Appointments are required for the trunk show as we expect it to fill up quickly. Plus, all purchases during the weekend will receive a 10% discount on Vera Wang Bridal.

And We're One Year Older...

2007-11-29T11:17:00.000-07:00

We're no longer the new kid on the block... This past weekend we celebrated our one-year anniversary with a splendid cake and yummy pastries from our good friends at The Makery(http://www.themakery.com/)! And even better, we celebrated with lots of new brides and their family and friends. Thank you so much for allowing us to be a part of your special celebration!

And don't forget... there's still another 4 weeks to go if you would like to to chance it out in our birthday giveaway. Full details are in the post below.

Let's Celebrate

2007-11-19T09:33:00.001-07:00

Anna Be turns ONE this year! To celebrate, we're going to give away ONE fabulous bridal gown to ONE lucky bride!

Here's how it will work. The promotion begins November 23rd, 2007 and ends December 29th, 2007. To enter, brides must schedule an appointment during the promotion period with Anna Be and attend the appointment. At the appointment, the bride will receive one entry form with purchase of lingerie. There is a maximum of one (1) entry per person.

The winner will be chosen in a random drawing which will be held on the evening of December 29th, 2007. The winner will be notified via telephone and email. The winner has 30 days to claim the prize or it will be forfeited to a runner up. The prize is not transferable and must be used by the winner. The maximum value of the winning bridal gown is $2,500 before tax. If the gown is less than $2,500, the winner will not receive the difference. The prize applies to the base gown only and does not include any accessories or custom changes. The winner can elect to apply $2,500 credit towards a gown that retails for more than $2,500. The credit can only be applied to one gown and can not be used towards any other purchases including but not limited to bridesmaid dresses, accessories, and veils. Additionally, if the winner has chosen to purchase a gown between the dates of the promotion, the gown price or maximum value of $2,500 will be credited back.

Premier Bride Party

2007-11-14T20:16:00.000-07:00

Premier Bride is one of the newest local bridal mags to come to Denver. We think it's also one of the best! It's got just the right amount of content and has plenty of helpful tips and insights about local spots. A couple of weeks ago, the magazine hosted a party and asked Anna Be to be the exclusive provider of the latest bridal fashions.

Check out some of the fabulous pictures from the day. The party was held at the Phipps Mansion, which served as a gorgeous backdrop for the day. All photos are courtesy of Frances Photography.

Fashion Show - Sunday November 11th at Grand Hyatt

2007-11-06T08:41:00.000-07:00

Don't miss the Bridal Show at the Grand Hyatt this weekend! We'll be participating in their fashion show in the afternoon. It's a fab opportunity to check out the latest looks and designers.

Hope to see you there!

Jonesing for Junko

2007-11-01T15:53:00.000-06:00

We have an upcoming trunk show for Junko Yoshioka that should not be missed. We just got back from New York this last week and were able to preview the newest Junko Yoshioka collection and were absolutely blown away by the styles that we saw. These are incredible gowns that blend amazing fabrics and architectural details. It was a standing ovation at their runway show and we're sure that you'll be seeing these looks pretty soon in the pages of InStyle Weddings, Martha Stewart Weddings and all of the other major publications. We're honored that we will be able to have the new collection in our store for the trunk show months long before they hit stores. The trunk show will be at Anna Be on Friday, November 9th and Saturday, November 10th. The COO from the company will be out here to personally represent the gowns. Appointments are required for this trunk show as we expect it to book up quickly. This is a limited opportunity to see this new collection. Plus, all purchases from the trunk show will receive a 10% discount during the weekend. Give us a call at 720.855.1111 with any questions or to schedule your appointment.

September Brides

2007-10-16T08:21:00.001-06:00

We've got a few more pictures to share from recent brides!

Bride: Libby
Gown: Caroline DeVillo
Hair Accessory: Sara Gabriel
Photographer: Adam Welch

Bride: Katie
Gown: Essense of Australia
Veil: Sara Gabriel
Photography: Picture the Day

Trunk Show 101

2007-10-10T10:11:00.000-06:00

The world of bridal shopping can often be confusing and a little bit hard to navigate...Gowns aren't stocked in your size, there are often more options than you can imagine, and at many salons appointments are required. Your wedding dress is a once in a lifetime purchase and so it makes sense that the entire experience would be different than your typical trip to the mall. One really special experience that shouldn't be missed is a trunk show!

We get asked all of the time what's a trunk show and why should I bother going to it? Historically, a trunk show was when the designer would visit the stores with a trunk filled with their latest designs and collections. Today, this idea has evolved a little bit, but the premise is still the same.

For a few days, the designer or a representative from the company will be available at the store to answer questions and show off the new and best gowns. This means that you get the opportunity to not only get the insider perspective, but you will be able to try on numerous gowns that aren't usually in the store.

And, of course, at all trunk shows we do a special trunk show discount of 10% for all purchases from the designer during the event. It truly is a fun, fabulous weekend not to be missed. In 2007, we'll be holding a trunk show for both Junko Yoshioka and Vera Wang. The 2008 calendar will be released soon.

Getting Pretty with Paige

2007-09-29T19:27:00.000-06:00

Last Saturday we were graced by having photographer Paige Elizabeth stop by Anna Be to capture a couple lucky brides' dress shopping experience. It's incredible just how emotional the entire process can be and it was such a treat to have Paige be there to really document the day. We'll be posting a few images soon. But don't worry, no faces will be shown. We don't give away which dress was selected. After all, half the fun is being able to make that first grand impression in your gown!

Couture For A Cause

2007-09-13T11:45:00.000-06:00

October is a breast cancer awareness month. We're committed to doing our part to help raise awareness and make a difference. A team from Anna Be walked in the Race for the Cure! Definitely a chilly morning, but the hot pink veils made quite the statement. THANK YOU to everyone who joined us and particulary to Aimee Lauren!

During the weekend of October 5th - 7th, we will be hosting a trunkshow for Aimee Lauren. Aimme is a young breast cancer survivor and advocate for early detection. Each of her luxuriously made wedding gowns has a tiny pink ribbon sewn into the lining to remind her brides to do their early detection. Aimée’s gowns have been featured in DC Luxury Magazine, The Daily Candy, Hint, DC One magazine, World Class Weddings, and on WUSA Channel 9 in Washington, DC. Aimée will be available at the boutique for interviews to discuss wedding and dress trends for 2007.

We're Hiring

2007-09-13T11:42:00.000-06:00

We're looking to expand our team and would love to have fun, dynamic individuals join our team. This is a part-time opportunity for between 15-20 hours per week. If you are interested in finding out more, please give us a call or send a resume to info@anna-be.com.

August (and more) Brides

2007-09-07T10:15:00.001-06:00

Since our blog is relatively new we wanted to highlight some of our recent brides, but also didn't want to leave out those May, June, and July brides.

The weddings were held at fabulous locations held across Colorado locations and beyond. If you ever need any more information about the dress, the location, the photographer, etc. just let us know. We'll keep adding more pics of our beautiful brides as we receive them!

Bride: Kate
Dress: Saeyoung Vu Couture
Veil: Sara Gabriel
Photographer: Adam Welch

Bride: Lara
Dress: Caroline DeVillo
Veil: Sara Gabriel
Accessories: Haute Bride
Local lore dictated that the groom carry Lara up all 99 stairs before the ceremony!

Bride: Kelsey
Dress: Jenny Yoo

Denver's A List

2007-08-31T09:24:00.000-06:00

We were recently nominated for Denver 7's A-List for best Wedding Dress Store! We love what we do and hope that all of our brides have a fabulous experience with us. If you had a great experience, we would be honored to have you cast your vote.

And of course, if there is every anything we can do to help make the process less stress and more play, let us know!

Voting is at http://kmgh.cityvoter.com/

Jenna Walker Photography

2007-08-22T06:38:00.000-06:00

One of our favorite local photographers, Jenna Walker, recently shot the wedding for one of our bride's Hai and Jon. The wedding was held at Evans Chapel and the ceremony at The Inn at Cherry Creek. Hai's dress was designed by Nicole Miller - doesn't she look spectacular! Just a few of the shots are below.

Hai waiting at Evans Chapel about to see her soon-to-be husband.

The first dance.

Hai getting ready. I love how the hair flowers accent the style of the dress.

Priceless Looks Priced Less: Fall 2007 Sample Sale 09.09.07

2007-08-05T12:48:00.000-06:00

Calling all bargain hunters and brides who are looking for that couture gown for less!

For one day only, Anna Be will open its doors to sell designer gowns at amazing prices. Join us on Sunday, Spetember 9th for our fall 2007 spring sample sale. Appointments are required as gowns cannot be held.

Designers include: Aimee Lauren, Alfred Sung, Caroline DeVillo, Essense of Australia, Junko Yoshioka, Nicole Miller, Saeyoung Vu, Stephanie James, and more.

Call us at 720.855.1111 for more details.

"Top of the Town"

2007-07-11T13:35:00.000-06:00

Did you hear? We were recognized in 5280's annual Top of the Town issue by both you, the readers, and the editors in the "Wedding Dresses" category. We feel very honored to have been chosen and just wanted to send out a big thank you to everyone for all the support you have given us this past year. We couldn't have done it without you.

So Thank You!!! We hope you know how much we appreciate it. We love meeting new people and seeing familiar faces so come stop in and say hello.

Essense of Australia Trunk Show

2007-07-11T12:16:00.001-06:00

Getting Married? Looking for a dress? Come join us on Saturday, July 28th for the Essense of Australia trunk show. One of the designers from the Australian design team will be at Anna Be for one day only to show off new designs for this wedding season. The Australian design team uses inspiration from across the world to create stunning dresses for your perfect wedding day. To look at different designs and styles, go to http://www.essensedesigns.com/. All purchases made on Saturday will recieve a 10% trunk show discount! However, availablility is limited so please call ahead to schedule an appointment

For questions or to schedule an appointment call 720.855.1111 or visit our website http://www.anna-be.com/

MEG Jewelry Trunk Show July 20th and 21st

2007-07-11T11:50:00.000-06:00

The MEG jewelry trunk show as a success! We had two fun and fabulous days of shopping last Friday, July 20th and Saturday, July 21st at Anna Be, Denver Bridal Boutique and Design Studio. The entire MEG jewelry line and the designer herself was there to meet with brides and share her custom designs. MEG jewelery is contemporary and modern, but not too trendy and is perfect for you on your wedding day or as a gift for your bridesmaids.
You can check out Megs looks at http://www.bella-jewels.com/.

Check out the feathers! The perfect touch of glamour.

Sara Gabriel Trunk Show June 22nd and 23rd

2007-05-25T13:46:00.000-06:00

Don't miss the Sara Gabriel trunk show June 22nd and 23rd. This is your chance to meet with the designer and select the perfect veil, headpiece, and jewelry to complement your look. Plus all purchases from the Sara Gabriel collection will receive a 10% discount during the trunk show. Appointments are required.

CHECK OUT PICS FROM THE SARA GABRIEL TRUNK SHOW!
Here's Sara helping a bride find that perfect accessory! Check out the back of that dress --- Ooh La La