by The Perennial Style | Nov 14, 2014 | Beauty, Gifts, Style, Uncategorized
With less than two months until one of my favorite times of the year – CHRISTMAS! – It’s time to start thinking about the perfect gifts for all of those loved ones. Since shopping is clearly one of our favorite pastimes, we will be posting a series of gift guides to help simplify the gift-buying process. Check out our gift ideas under $100 for her and stay tuned for more to come! Happy shopping! xo 
1. Eberjey Pajama Set // 2. Tory Burch Bracelet // 3. Rebecca Minkoff Clutch // 4. Marc Jacobs Earrings // 5. Gorjana Necklace // 6. Laura Mercier Palate // 7. Hanky Panky Bra // 8. Elle Macpherson Chemise // 9. Kendra Scott Earrings // 10. Hanky Panky Panties // 11. Yosi Samra Flats // 12. Rebecca Minkoff Key Pouch // 13. Deux Lux Bucket Bag
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by The Perennial Style | Jan 13, 2014 | Dwell, Hotels, North America, Style, Travel, Uncategorized, United States, West Virginia
This year we decided to spend the holidays at the Greenbrier Resort in White Sulphur Springs, West Virginia. Though I absolutely love going home to Destin, Florida any chance I can take a break from the office, something about the mountains feels more like Christmas than the white sandy beaches. If you are not familiar with the Greenbrier, I recommend you add it to your bucket list. Since 1778, the resort has been a desirable vacation destination for many with its fascinating history of the underground Bunker established by the US government during the Cold War (Learn more about the Bunker history here). What I love most about the Greenbrier is the lavish décor designed by the famous Dorothy Draper. Colors and patterns explode through the historic resort giving a one-of-a-kind elegance that guests have come to love about America’s Resort. Dorothy Draper is also credited for the interior designs of the Dallas Stonleigh Hotel penthouse suites (see our posts here and here), among many others. Since retirement, Draper’s protégé, Carleton Varney, continues to serve as the Designer/Curator for the Greenbrier Resort and as President of Dorothy Draper & Co.
The Greenbrier Resort is home of the Greenbrier Classic PGA Tour event, which is the oldest course currently used for a PGA Tour. This was the view from our lunch at Sam Snead’s at the Golf Club. The mountains and the horse-drawn carriage made me wish I could stay there forever! 
Christmas Eve after dinner at Prime 44 West
The Resort had endless hallways of boutiques, which led to a little a little retail therapy. The shoe store was obviously a favorite of mine, considering we stopped by everyday! However, our matching Greenbrier robes below definitely take the cake as my favorite purchase of the trip – who says we are too old to match? 
Like we mentioned before, Lanz gowns are a tradition in our family. Christmas just wouldn’t be the same without them!
We stayed busy all week with the numerous activities available at the Resort. My favorite was the bowling alley in the hotel. Other activities included ice skating, horseback riding, golf, swimming, croquet, hunting, falconry, tennis, and more. For those of you looking for a more relaxing vacation, I definitely recommend stopping by the spa for a little R&R followed by afternoon tea in the ballroom.
We were sad to say goodbye to the Resort at the end of the week, but the countdown until next year has begun!
For more information about the Greenbrier Resort in White Sulphur Springs, West Virginia, check out their website here.
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by The Perennial Style | Dec 19, 2013 | Style, Uncategorized
On Christmas Eve, every family has their own tradition. Whether it’s trimming the tree, watching a classic holiday movie, or reading The Night Before Christmas, it’s a holiday tradition that will forever continue no matter how old you get. For my family, our tradition is wearing our matching Lanz of Salzburg gowns. Though they may not be the trendiest, nothing feels more like Christmas than wearing my head-to-toe flannel gown while sitting by the fire. Lanz has been designing these gowns for over 60 years now and the styles remain the same, imagine that. Here’s a snapshot from a previous Christmas Eve:
Gowns aren’t your style? Check out some more of our holiday pajama picks:
by The Perennial Style | Dec 18, 2013 | Eats
‘Tis the Season! This weekend we are packing our bags and heading to the Smoky Mountains and the Greenbrier for the holidays. Since we are traveling, we had to plan ahead on gifts – therefore, shopping is complete and now it’s time to focus all on entertaining! Below are some fun appetizers I found that I hope to whip up next week! For more festive ideas, be sure to check out our Pinterest page!
Sparkling Cranberry Brie Bites
Peanut Butter Reindeer Cookies
Pita Christmas Trees
Cheese Reindeers
Cheesy Zucchini Bites
Cranberry Rollups
by The Perennial Style | Dec 5, 2013 | Style, Uncategorized
For a night out at the Winspear Opera House with the family, I decided to wear my new metallic jacquard skirt I picked up from the Simply Stylist sample sale at the W a couple weeks ago. Paired with a J Crew wool sweater and my favorite Milly peacoat, it was such an easy way to dress up for the holidays while remaining comfy and warm in the freezing weather. I have fallen head over heels for all of the fabulous new minis this season – I might have to snag this, this, and this one too!
Milly Coat: Look for Less / J Crew Wool Sweater / Jacquard Mini Skirt (similar): this, this, or this / Christian Louboutin Pitou (similar) / Gap Tights / Chandelier Earrings (similar) or these / MAC Lipstick
