The dresses at a&bé bridal would fit right in at a beachside, middle-of-the-forest or church-in-the-city ceremony. Owners Anna Walsh and Breanna Doll brought their Denver-based store to Minneapolis last summer to appeal to the alternative Midwestern bride in search of something more contemporary and unique; the collection highlights upcoming independent designers. 1607 Hennepin Av. S., Mpls.; 612-238-1300;

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