Meet Breanna (as written by Anna):
Just to clarify, Breanna is the one doing the herky. If you do something amazing around the shop, Bre might reward your efforts with one of her infamous cheerleading jumps.
I met Bre working in a marketing agency where we worked closely together on many projects. At the time, I knew that she was a super talented designer (she's responsible for the look of our entire brand, website, and a lot of the interior design in the space), but like all great partnerships the longer we've worked together the more I am wowed by her!
We both have a love of simplicity that can be seen in our collection. And while I occasionally swoon over a trendier gown, Bre's classic sensibility always reigns me back in check. And while she may be extremely humble, a little bit awkward in front of the camera, she's the smartest gal ever to make it out of Dodge (that's right, she's honestly from Dodge City, Kansas).
Meet Anna (as written by Breanna):
What to say about Anna - well for starters she's great.
For reasons ranging from the amount of work that she can accomplish in a day, an hour, even a minute (really people, it's probably a world record), her endless focus & drive, constant optimism, large appetite for jelly beans, all the way to her uncanny ability to understand people. A definite Type A personality, she keeps us all on track and plans 30 years in advance but make no mistake - Anna is also an extremely creative person. Whether it be in her copy writing, conceptual problem solving or her brilliant ideas for parties, she's a creative force to be reckoned with.
Anna identifies herself as a small business owner but also largely as a mother to 3.5 year old Finley. I can see the great joy that being a mother brings to Anna's life every morning when she comes to work with a new "OMG, you'll never believe what Finley did this morning..." story with a huge grin on her face. And if you're interested, there are always at least 100 pictures handy as well.
1. Where are you from?
I'm a Mid West girl, I moved here from Chicago and was born & raised in Iowa
2. How long have you worked at anna bé?
I joined the team in May 2010
3. List three of your favorite things to do:
Let's see...I love to travel, enjoy sleeping in on a rainy day (we don't get many of them here!), and am always grateful for good times with my husband, family, friends and dogs!
4. What is your favorite place to dine in the 'hood? Hands down, Masterpiece Deli.
5. What is your favorite part about working at anna bé? I spend my days with great people and surrounded by beautiful things!
6. What is your current favorite dress at anna bé? Can I have two? Vera Wang Eliza and Monique Lhuillier Candy - Eliza is the gown I wore for my wedding and Candy is just too fantastic not to be a favorite!
7. What is your favorite vacation that you have taken? My husband and I spent 10 days in Bali for our honeymoon, it's such a beautiful place and the trip was simply amazing!
8. Any advice for brides? Yes! First, some advice my fellow manager - Joy - gave me on my wedding day, take time to step aside with your husband and soak in the night. Trust me, you'll be happy to have these moments in an otherwise chaotic day! Second, take your honeymoon immediately following your wedding! Don't wait, don't stall, just go and enjoy!
1. Where are you from?
I'm a Chicago girl:)
2. How long have you worked at anna bé? since fall 2010, right after moving to Denver!
3. List three of your favorite things to do: cook & eat, bar method, hang out with my husband & puppy:)
4. What is your favorite place to dine in the 'hood? hmmm...does osteria marco count? i don't know about you, but i am willing to walk a few extra blocks for burrata. and nothing beats masterpiece deli for lunch, every sandwich is life changing!
5. What is your favorite part about working at anna bé? the people! both our fabulous team as well as every bride I have the pleasure of working with. I absolutely love being able to use my years in the fashion industry to help brides find the best dress for their style, body type and personality!
6. What is your current favorite dress at anna bé? lela rose--lighthouse
7. What is your favorite t.v. show? bored to death, 30 rock, modern family
8. What is your favorite pair of shoes? grey patent leather Christian Louboutin heels that I wore to my wedding. I wanted something I could wear again, and they make me happy every time I have them on!
9. What did you have for breakfast this morning? breakfast 1 or breakfast 2?
10. words of wisdom for brides? remember to steal little moments for yourself during the wedding to stop, step back and take it all in...you will remember these moments in a night that is otherwise a blur
1. Where are you from? "Downstate" New York. It's not Upstate, it's not the city, it's just complicated
2. How long have you worked at anna bé?
Over 3 years
3. List three of your favorite things to do:
discover a great new restaurant, support my amazing artist friends and see a show, take a full day to sleep in and do nothing
4. What is your favorite place to dine in the 'hood?
Z Cuisine
5. What is your favorite part about working at anna bé? Being surrounded by beautiful things and happy people!
6. What is your current favorite dress at anna bé? "Peony" by Monique Lhuillier, in Blush of course!
7. What is your favorite vacation that you've taken? Italy and Greece, 10 days of non-stop food and culture
8. What is your dream vacation? Micronesia, I want to stay on one of those islands where you could stand in the middle and see the ocean all the way around.
9. How would you describe your style? classical minimalist
10. Who is your style icon? Tom Ford, the Sartorialist
11. What is your favorite dessert? New York cheesecake
12. Who is your favorite artist? Matisse
13. What do you do in your spare time? As soon as I have some of that, I'll let you know
14. What is the best dining experience in denver? Z Cuisine, tiny little restaurant with the soft glow and warm richness of a real deal French bistro
1. Where are you from? Colorado
2. How long have you worked at anna bé?
Since November 2010 - it has been about a year and half....WOW...time flies!
3. List three of your favorite things to do:
shopping, bar method with Jen and Joy, and my bi-weekly nail appointments!
4. What is your favorite place to dine in the 'hood? nothing quite beats a pastrami sandwich from Masterpiece Delicatessen:)
5. What is your favorite part about working at anna bé? I LOVE the moment when a girl finds THE dress. If you look closely you can see a distinct change in her body language, and you know that she feels beautiful.
6. What is your current favorite dress at anna bé? I die for Hayley by Vera Wang...in nude:)
7. What is your favorite dessert? I love dessert so much that I can not pick just one favorite, big gooey cinnamon rolls and black and white cookies are definitely top two!
8. Who is your style icon? Despite the fact that she is a fictional character, Blair Waldorf (Gossip Girl) is my ultimate style icon!
1. Where are you from? Colorado-
I love it here!
2. How long have you worked at anna bé? July 2011
3. List three of your favorite things to do: Working out, hanging out with my husband, friends & 3 dogs, anything competitive (as long as I am good at it, ha!)
4. What is your favorite place to dine in the 'hood? Vita happy hour!
5. What is your favorite part about working at anna bé? I love working with all the different brides and their vision of their perfect dress. No one bride looks the same in the same dress.
6. What is your current favorite dress at anna bé? Favorite one...just one? How about three...Vera Wang Haley, Monique Lhuillier Jenna and Peony
7. What is your favorite vacation that you've taken? Belize
8. How would you describe your style? Is wearing lulu lemon a style? If so that's mine.
9. Who is your style icon? Sofia Bush
1. Where are you from? Colorado!
2. How long have you worked at anna bé? 10 months
3. List three of your favorite things to do: Spend time with my fiance, friends and family, scuba dive and ski
4. What is your favorite place to dine in the 'hood? Root Down, Rioja for Brunch or The Market for a light breakfast and walk around downtown
5. What is your favorite part about working at anna bé? Meeting so many different people and hearing about their wedding plans!
6. What is your current favorite dress at anna bé? Peony- I love the jacquard weave and soft blush tone. It is absolutely gorgeous!
7. What is your favorite vacation that you've taken? Trekking, bungee jumping and river rafting in New Zealand or scuba diving and hiking in Dominica
8. What is your dream vacation? Boating along the coast of Croatia and visiting Greece and Turkey
9. How would you describe your style? I love texture and color, paired with classic feminine silhouettes and details.
10. What is your favorite dessert? Cookies! There are so many different kinds.
11. What do you do in your spare time? Spend time with my fiance, friends and family, travel, cycle, workout, ski and cook!