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Bella Bridesmaid Franchise FDD, Costs & Fees (2025)

Bella Bridesmaid offers bridesmaid dresses and bridal party attire, providing a curated selection of stylish options for wedding celebrations.

Bella Bridesmaids, a prominent franchise in the bridal industry, was founded in 2000 with the vision of providing a specialized boutique experience for bridesmaids. The franchise was initially established in Mobile, Alabama, and is currently headquartered in Chicago, Illinois. 

Bella Bridesmaids began franchising in 2006 and has since grown to multiple  locations across the United States, all owned by local female entrepreneurs.

Bella Bridesmaids offers an extensive collection of bridesmaid dresses from renowned designers such as Jenny Yoo, Dessy, Hayley Paige Occasions, and Amsale.

The franchise is known for its personalized service, ensuring that every bride and her party receive individual attention to find the perfect dresses for their special day. This focus on customer experience and a curated selection of high-quality dresses sets Bella Bridesmaids apart from its competitors.

Initial investment

Here's what you would need to invest if you were to start this franchise. These costs are provided by the franchisor in the Franchise Disclosure Document.

Type of Expenditure Amount (Low) Amount (High)
Initial Franchise Fee $50,000 $50,000
Initial Lease Payments $1,800 $30,000
Initial Inventory and Supplies $10,000 $30,000
Equipment and Fixtures $2,000 $10,000
Leasehold Improvements and Construction $2,000 $50,000
Utility Deposits, Business Permits $100 $500
Costs to Attend Training $1,300 $3,500
Insurance $1,500 $5,000
Exterior Signs $200 $10,000
Computer System $1,000 $5,000
Professional Fees $1,000 $8,000
Opening Advertising & Promotional Costs $2,000 $10,000
Additional Funds (first three months) $20,000 $40,000
TOTAL $92,900 $252,000

Franchise Disclosure Document

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2012
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$93,000

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2022
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2007
120
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2008
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2013
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2022
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2014
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Training 

Bella Bridesmaids provides comprehensive training to ensure that franchisees are well-prepared to run their boutiques successfully. The training program encompasses various aspects essential to operating a Bella Bridesmaids franchise, focusing on both practical and business skills.

Initial Training: New franchisees undergo an initial training program that includes both classroom and hands-on instruction. This training covers all aspects of the business, from understanding the inventory and product lines to mastering customer service and sales techniques.

Ongoing Support: Bella Bridesmaids offers continuous support to its franchisees, including regular updates on new products and seasonal collections, marketing strategies, and operational best practices. This ongoing training helps franchisees stay current with industry trends and maintain the high standards of the Bella Bridesmaids brand.

Operational Guidance: Franchisees receive guidance on day-to-day operations, including managing appointments, maintaining inventory, and executing sales. This support is designed to help franchisees provide an exceptional shopping experience for every bride and her bridal party, ensuring customer satisfaction and business success.

Territory Protection

Bella Bridesmaids offers its franchisees the benefit of territory protection. This ensures that franchisees are granted an exclusive territory where no other Bella Bridesmaids franchises can operate, thereby protecting their market and customer base.

This protection helps franchisees maximize their business potential without competition from other franchisees within their designated area.

Territory protection is a significant advantage for Bella Bridesmaids franchisees as it allows them to establish a strong local presence and build relationships with customers without worrying about overlap with other franchises.

Number of units

2023
Franchised units

57

57

55

Company-owned units

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Total units

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