We’re thrilled to share a very special moment: Andrea Cole, founder of dbandrea®, was recently featured in Officially HER Magazine, with the story written by Robin Fleming, Editor-in-Chief of HER Magazine and CEO of the Miss America Organization. This recognition isn’t just a feature, it’s a gift, a celebration of turning flowers, creativity, and dreams into a thriving business.
Article From Officially HER Magazine: HER Story Turning Flowers - and Dreams - Into a Thriving Business
What if a single bouquet of flowers could change your life? For Andrea Cole, that’s exactly what happened. In 2016, a simple Valentine’s Day gift from her then-boyfriend (now husband) ignited a spark—not just romantically, but professionally. That bouquet wasn’t tossed a few days later. Instead, it became the seed of something extraordinary: a bold business that now touches thousands of lives across the country.
Andrea is the founder of dbandrea®, the nation’s leading flower preservation studio. But more than that, she’s a modern woman building a business on her own terms—where passion meets precision, and creativity is the currency of growth.
A Love Story Becomes a Business Story
It didn’t start with a business plan. It started with curiosity, a glue gun, and a vision to preserve something beautiful. Andrea taught herself the intricate art of flower preservation —then mastered it. What began as a personal project soon blossomed into a full-fledged enterprise.
Today, her company invests over 30 hours of handcrafted work into each order, transforming once-in-a-lifetime floral arrangements—from weddings, pageants, and memorials—into timeless keepsakes. Each piece is a blend of science, artistry, and heart.
Andrea didn’t stop at creating beautiful art— she built a powerhouse brand around it. At dbandrea®, she leads a team of artisans, marketers, and client specialists who mirror her commitment to excellence. And she does it all while maintaining a distinct brand voice rooted in elegance, legacy, and love.
As if that weren’t enough, Andrea also serves as Director of Marketing and Communications for the WIPA (Wedding International Professionals Association) Dallas-Fort Worth chapter, where she mentors others and fosters collaboration in the events industry. Andrea Cole proves that you don’t need to choose between creative passion and commercial success—you can have both. She’s redefined what it means to be a founder, showing that entrepreneurship can be deeply personal, purpose-driven, and powerfully feminine.
In a world that often urges women to play it safe, Andrea chose to build a brand from love, lead with authenticity, and scale with integrity. Her journey is a masterclass in how to turn meaning into momentum.
Final Petal of Wisdom
Andrea Cole didn’t just preserve a bouquet— she preserved a moment, a memory, and a movement. Her company, dbandrea®, stands as a reminder to all that the most powerful businesses aren’t always born in a boardroom. Sometimes, they bloom in living rooms, sparked by heart—and led by women who dare to dream.
Why Andrea’s Story Matters
Women are often told to “stay in their lane,” Andrea forged her own path. Her story is a blueprint for anyone who’s wondered if they could turn a creative spark into a sustainable, scalable brand. She didn’t raise venture capital. She didn’t wait for permission. She believed in her product, built a community around it, and let the results speak for themselves. Whether you're an aspiring entrepreneur or a seasoned executive, Andrea’s story is a powerful reminder: creativity is currency, and passion is strategy
Officially HER Magazine is a triannual print publication distributed to over 400 specialty retail markets nationwide, with a digital audience of 3.8 million+.
The Miss America Organization is one of the nation’s most iconic platforms, celebrating women’s talent, leadership, and scholarship. Robin Fleming, as CEO, leads with a mission to empower women and recognize achievement in all its forms. To have Officially HER Magazine, under her leadership, feature Andrea’s story is a tremendous honor, one that not only acknowledges the artistry, vision, and heart behind every bouquet preserved, but also celebrates the spirit of women-led innovation and entrepreneurship.
Andrea’s story reminds us that dreams, creativity, and determination can bloom into something extraordinary.
Read Andrea Cole’s full story in Officially HER Magazine and discover how dbandrea® transforms fleeting moments into timeless memories. Follow along for more inspiring stories: @MissAmerica and @officiallyHERmagazine.
