by The Perennial Style | Jul 21, 2014 | Style, Uncategorized
Last week, I had the opportunity to meet with Ese Azenabor (thanks, Allison Volk!) at her showroom in the Dallas Market Center. I had so much fun getting to know Ese and learning more about the inspiration behind her amazing designs. We were so sad to miss her Phantom of the Runway fashion show in June due to traveling, so getting a one-on-one with the designer was so exciting! I have to say I was completely blown away with her pieces, and can’t stop dreaming about all of her hand-beaded dresses that I would just love to have in my closet!
The Nigerian-born designer’s collections are heavily influenced by her culture, and her extravagant beading showcases her artistic ability through her attention to detail and one-of-kind designs. I was head over heels for everything from her gorgeous evening gowns to her feathered minis and beaded jumpsuits. I also found the perfect little colorblock mini to take home with me, so be on the lookout for that outfit post coming soon! What I found most inspiring about Ese Azenabor was that prior to launching her collection in 2011, she was studying her masters in accounting at SMU (a fellow mustang!), which shows that taking a risk and following your passion can lead to great success!
Take a look at some of the shots I took from the Ese Azenabor showroom in Dallas, and stay tuned for more trunk shows and events featuring her work! Also, don’t forget to check out her website to learn more about her collections.
Get My Look:
Ark & Co Ruffle Blouse (similar) // Serfontaine Zip Skinny Jeans (similar) // Pearl Choker // Christian Louboutin Heels (similar) // Judith Ripka Ring
by The Perennial Style | Mar 25, 2014 | Events, Style, Uncategorized
This past Thursday, my sisters and I had the pleasure of attending the Brunello Cucinelli grand opening party in his new Highland Park Village location. Brunello Cucinelli started his company in Italy in 1978, and continues to serve as Creative Director and Chairman for his line which specializes in luxury goods for men and women. We had so much fun at the event listening to (the charming) Brunello speak about the history of the company, his inspiration, and how his passions have created this beautiful line of apparel. We fell in love with his newest collections and were inspired to add more neutral tones into our wardrobe for Spring. Take a peek at some of the pictures from the event and be sure check out Brunello Cucinelli’s newest collections below:
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What We Wore:
Blair: Dress (similar) // 7 for All Mankind Heels (similar) // Gucci Handbag // Teardrop Necklace // Tiffany’s Necklace // Judith Ripka Earrings // Ashley Pittman Bangles // Rolex Watch
Ellen: Cropped Sweater // BCBG Bandage Pencil Skirt // Baldan Wedges (similar or look for less) // Gold Chain Necklace // Ear Cuffs // David Yurman Bangles
Janie: Dress (similar: this or this) // Prada Pumps (look for less) // YSL Bag (similar) // David Yurman Bangles // Kate Spade Studs
Check out some of our favorite Brunello Cucinelli looks:
Shop our looks:
by The Perennial Style | Oct 1, 2013 | Beauty, Uncategorized
Every Southern girl knows you should never leave the house without makeup. Whether we stay rooted in that mentality or not, we know taking an extra five minutes in the morning to apply the basic beauty essentials makes a world of a difference. I have a tendency to purchase a plethora of unnecessary cosmetics, but I always find myself using the same products every day.
I am no snob with my products and enjoy a mix of designer and drugstore brands. Eyeliner is my vice, therefore I have tried every brand under the sun: MAC, Bobbi Brown, Serge Lutens, you name it. I was surprised to find, however, the simplest and most inexpensive was my favorite- Revlon ColorStay Eyeliner. If you haven’t tried it, go buy it now. You will thank me later.
In the meantime, check out some of my other must-have beauty finds in my cosmetic bag!
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by The Perennial Style | Jul 25, 2013 | Style, Uncategorized
Statement tees are always a favorite of mine for casual days, which is why I’m loving these designer parody tees. There’s something unexpectedly chic about these fun twists on well-known fashion logos. So tell me, which is your favorite: Hermes, Balmain, Cartier, Celine, or YSL?
Homies
Ballin
Partier
Feline
Your Life Sucks
by theperennialstyle | May 21, 2013 | Style, Uncategorized
Spontaneous. Cheerful. Bold. Carefree. Eclectic. Casual. Loveable. These are just some of the many terms used to describe the most epic day of the week, Saturday. Who doesn’t love waking up on Saturday knowing that you have the entire day to explore all of those Monday-Friday daydreams? This is precisely why Kate Spade has decided to name their newest line Saturday. Kate Spade’s Saturday believes that getting dressed should be fun; therefore, they embraced all of the aspects of the greatest day of the week and created a collection to bring these aspects into your everyday wardrobe. From clothing to weekenders to tech accessories, Saturday is your one stop shop for everything fun. Unless you are traveling to Tokyo soon to visit their one and only brick-and-mortar location, check out their website at www.Saturday.com
Take a peek at some of my Saturday favorites:
