Ann Mashburn
Ann Mashburn is an American womenswear brand and retailer from Atlanta, founded by former fashion editor Ann Mashburn with her husband Sid Mashburn. It sells its own designs and curated pieces through stores in several US cities and online.
| Founders | Ann Mashburn, Sid Mashburn |
|---|---|
| Origin | Atlanta, United States |
| Sister brand | Sid Mashburn (menswear) |
| Website | annmashburn.com |
What is Ann Mashburn?
Ann Mashburn is a womenswear label and shop founded in Atlanta by Ann Mashburn and her husband Sid Mashburn, who began the business with a pair of men's and women's clothing stores. The womenswear side bears Ann's name, while the menswear side operates as Sid Mashburn.
History
Before turning to design, Ann Mashburn spent around a dozen years as a fashion editor and stylist at Condé Nast, working alongside figures such as Polly Mellen, Richard Avedon and Irving Penn. Sid Mashburn's Atlanta store was built out in 2007, and the couple's business has been running for nearly two decades.
Products and positioning
The brand offers an edited wardrobe of womenswear and accessories, combining its own designs with carefully chosen pieces, aimed at a customer who values classic style and quality.
Distribution
Ann Mashburn sells through its own stores, often sited next to Sid Mashburn shops, and online. The couple's retail business has expanded beyond Atlanta, including to Washington DC.
Why it matters
Ann Mashburn is an example of a founder-led specialty retailer that built a distinctive brand around personal taste and a tightly edited assortment.
Frequently asked questions
Who is Ann Mashburn?
Ann Mashburn is a former fashion editor and stylist who co-founded a menswear and womenswear business in Atlanta with her husband Sid Mashburn.
What does Ann Mashburn sell?
Ann Mashburn sells womenswear and accessories, including its own designs, through its stores and online.