Buying from an AD versus Boutique

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So I have a fairly good relationship with my AP AD. I’m expecting my first RO very soon and I’ve also sent her some business. I’m worried since AP is moving to a boutique only model, my AD may lose its status in the future.

Do boutiques honor or take into consideration your prior AP purchases despite it not being at the boutique itself? Looking to acquire more pieces down the road. Will I get more consideration than someone with no purchase history, or am I viewed as a random with no history with the brand since I didn’t buy from the boutique?