by The Perennial Style | Feb 16, 2015 | Events, Style

As the temperatures drop, our craving for indulgence rises. We head inside, into the city’s cozy hotel bars and hidden lounges where we hatch wild schemes, embellish small tales, share secrets and feed our senses. The intimate conversations we enter into have sumptuous layers – of sly wit, flirtatious entendres and out of the ordinary ideas – that slowly unravel as we warm up to our environment and the delightful people around us, both known and unknown.
And so the collection’s relaxed layers of rich woolen plaids, flannels and quilting mix with pretty hues and elaborately adorned fabrics. Iconic silhouettes are nipped and tucked to befit our modern heroine, woodland fox reds and accents of pink – both softly spoken and as shocking punctuation – mix with chocolately browns, blacks and cream.
Where audacious femininity meets a sense of adventure is where our Fall begins. Expect the unexpected.
– Deborah Lloyd ~ Chief Creative Officer
One of my favorite presentations from NYFW in September was Kate Spade, so it was no surprise to see that Kate Spade pleased the crowd once again. With another fabulous showing at Center 548, models dressed to impress in hues of pink and red with furs and plaids, creating an unexpected mix leaving guests in awe. Invitees mingled and photographed the collection as male models served champagne and bites – can it get any better than that? Check out some of my favorite looks from the Fall 2015 collection and let us know what you think. Are you ready to add a vibrant touch to your future wardrobe?

by The Perennial Style | Nov 18, 2014 | Style, Uncategorized

Since my Thanksgiving “break” begins on Saturday, the holidays are definitely all that is on my mind these days! In the spirit of giving, we are all about the giveaways right now. Today we are excited to offer one lucky reader my favorite GiGi New York All In One Bag in any classic color embossed with your initials!
I snagged my green embossed clutch at the GiGi New York/Yosi Samra event at NYFW, and I have been in love ever since! Seen here, here, and here, among many other OOTDS, this clutch is the perfect grab-and-go bag for any occasion. GiGi is definitely a fan favorite of so many bloggers, and I am smitten with every item in the collection from handbags like this or this to their small accessories like this or this. My pocket datebook has been a lifesaver these past few years, so this 2015 desk diary is my next online purchase for sure.
Enter our giveaway below for the chance to win this bag for yourself – or perhaps a friend or relative if you are feeling generous! Also, check out some of our favorite GiGi products below. Good luck!
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by The Perennial Style | Sep 18, 2014 | Style, Uncategorized

When it comes to traveling, comfort is definitely my primary focus for dressing. One of my biggest pet peeves is when I see people venturing through the airport looking like they just rolled out of bed in their pajama pants and a college tee. With all of the cozy-chic pieces readily available in retail stores, I think it’s time we all put that look to rest. Whether you choose a great pair of stretch jeans, trendy joggers, chic sneakers, or a classic Vince tee, your travel look will be updated in a snap.
For my recent travel experience, I picked up a new pair of DL1961 stretch skinnys for the journey and paired them with an oversized Free People thermal. I tossed on my favorite floppy hat to give that “put together” look, my floppy combat boots to save my soles from heels, and my favorite leather messenger bag for all of my travel goodies. Check out my travel look and shop some of my favorite cozy looks below for your next journey:

Get the Look:
DL1961 Skinny Jeans // Free People Thermal // Floppy Hat // Kendra Scott Necklace c/o // Gorjana Necklace c/o // Leather Boots // River Island Sunnies c/o // Leather Messenger Bag (similar) // Gold Statement Earrings (similar) // Leighelena Bracelets // Hermes Bracelet // David Yurman Bracelets
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by The Perennial Style | Sep 9, 2014 | Style, Uncategorized

Greetings from New York! The past week has been such an amazing whirlwind up here at New York Fashion Week, and I have had such an incredible time with all of these shows, events, and brand meetings, along with exploring the city with all of my favorite bloggers!
Viewing the Lela Rose runway show yesterday at Lincoln Center was definitely one of my highlights thus far! Since I’ve had the opportunity to work with Lela in the past (see here), I was so excited to get a sneak peek of all of her new designs. From her gorgeous florals to her finely tailored pieces, the show was such a feminine and sophisticated display!
For the event, I wore my leather shift dress with a bold statement necklace and my favorite Louboutins for an early Fall look. One trend I have been seeing a lot (not to mention wearing quite a lot!) is leather: pants, tops, skirts, dresses, you name it. It’s safe to say those splurge pieces you snagged last year are good for another season!
Another trend that I keep spotting around New York is braids! Whether you choose a side fishtail braid like mine (courtesy of Tresemme) or a cool braided up-do, this hair trend is definitely one to try out this season for a bold and fun new look!
Check out my look from yesterday’s show. Be sure to stay tuned for more NYFW updates and trends, and follow us on Instagram to join us on our Fashion Week journey!


Get the Look:
Leather Dress (similar: here, here, or here) // Statement Necklace // Christian Louboutin Heels // YSL Handbag (similar) // Stud Earrings (multiple colors!) // Kendra Scott Ring // David Yurman Bangles // River Island Sunnies
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Photography by: Kate McConville | Edited by: The Perennial Style
by The Perennial Style | Nov 21, 2013 | Dwell, Gifts, Uncategorized

Looking for the perfect gift for the person who has everything? Well let us introduce you to Eleni’s Cookies – a combination of beautiful but homemade tasting cookies designed for any occasion. Eleni’s New York has been a must-stop shop in Manhattan and an instant favorite amongst celebs such as Blake Lively, Emma Stone, and Oprah to name a few. With themes such as holidays, fashion, sports, cities, weddings, babies, and plenty more, Eleni’s has you covered for any occasion. We just received a box from my sweet sister-in-law and I can’t wait to taste them! And did I mention she is also a SMU grad? Even more reason to love them.

Snowmen

Thanksgiving Leaves
Hannukah

Baby

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