design
Welcome to my world
fashion. Installations. art direction. Wardrobe Styling. Set design. illustration.
Looking for bold color, interesting textures, and a bit of drama? You have come to the right place! Amanda is on a mission to help the world feel (and look) a bit more joyful!
She loves to design across all product categories, and she can’t wait to see how she can add her splash of color in your world.
“What I love about fashion is I get to create art that is wearable and often part of an important moment in someone’s life.”
-Amanda
Fashion design
Amanda has always had a deep love of fashion, but she realized it was her calling while taking a sewing class at The University of Alabama. Since that first sewing class, Amanda has worked designing for acclaimed brands including Oscar de la Renta and Calvin Klein.
While working at Calvin Klien as a dress designer, she continued her education at the Fashion Institute of Technology and fell even more in love with the Fashion Industry. Though she loved learning under the expertise of renowned designers Amanda’s entrepreneurial spirit always called her to begin her fashion brands.
The House of Perna and Neon Bohemians were born. The House of Perna, in 2012, which debuted during Miami Swim Week. After the success of The House of Perna, Amanda launched her second brand, Neon Bohemians, in 2018.
These brands, the truest reflection of the dynamic sides of Amanda’s personality, have been sold internationally to high end retailers including Bloomingdale’s, Nordstrom and more! She specializes in creating ethically made products and designs with an eye focused on maximalist style with minimalist waste always featuring bright colors and bold prints.
the house of perna
In 2012, Amanda launched the award winning, sustainable slow-fashion brand, The House of Perna. The House of Perna has been featured in hundreds of articles, sold in over 100 retailers (in 9 countries) including Neiman Marcus, Bloomingdale’s, Nordstrom & Anthropologie. THoP was selected by WWD as an emerging brand to showcase at MAGIC LAS VEGAS twice, and won the best emerging brand at AmericasMart in Atlanta. All products are made to order in the USA or in collaboration with artisans globally.
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neon bohemians
After the success of The House of Perna, in 2018, Amanda launched her second brand, Neon Bohemians, to create and curate socially conscious products that celebrate artisan-crafted products at the most affordable price possible while making sure the artisans are being paid fairly. All products are made in small batches to eliminate the waste of overstock. With custom prints that are printed to order and the use of dead stock fabrics, Neon Bohemians makes sure the planet feels as good as you do with your purchase.
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project runway
Amanda was selected from thousands of applicants to appear on season 9 of Lifetime’s Project Runway. She was later invited back to compete on Season 14. She was so excited to be amongst so many incredible alumni, and learn from some of the greatest fashion icons of all time, Amanda still counts her lucky stars that she was given such an honor. She considers many of her fellow cast mates dear friends, and is grateful to be part of such an accomplished community of designers.
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Art Couture
Cornell Museum Exhibit
When it comes to fashion, Amanda understands that there are two types and loves doing both… or finding the happy medium between them. She truly sees fashion as art and loves designing both couture gowns as well as pret-a-porter. She often has been referred to as a “fabric sculptor”. After all, fashion is taking a two dimensional piece of fabric and turning it into something three dimensional.
In 2019, Amanda was approached by the Cornell Museum to showcase her work along with fashion greats such as Andy Warhol. Being a dream of hers, she jumped at the chance and showed some existing pieces along with creating new couture garments.
She was given the honor of having the featured position in the exhibit and created a 16 ft gown with 200 yards of tulle, hand appliquéd stars and a custom swing for the mannequin to sit on.
See photos of Amanda and her team working on the pieces for the exhibit.
Installations
Have you ever wanted your space transformed into a magical wonderland or wanted something bold and whimsical built on site? We can help!
ART COUTURE
Amanda created a 16 piece fashion installation for the Cornell Museum of American Art for their Art Couture Exhibition. This exhibit included many couture gowns including one with a 16 foot train.
Joyful Holiday Installation
In 2020 everyone needed an extra dose of joy. Amanda was commissioned to create a colorful, non-religious tree to bring smiles to the Delray Beach community. Amanda and her team handmade hundreds of ornaments including positive words that she hand sculpted.
100 ft Tree
Underneath the world famous 100 ft Christmas Tree there are three small buildings. In honor of the Art Couture exhibition, the house sponsored bu the Cornell museum was made to be Santa’s Fashion Workshop, and Amanda was the artist invited to create it.
art direction and styling
In addition to her original fashion designs, Amanda is known for her unique perspective of style, color, and print. She absolutely loves putting on her art director hat to transform pieces into realized experiences.
Wardrobe Styling
With over a decade of experience styling celebrities, photoshoots, commercials and runways shows, there’s nothing Amanda can’t do. She has styled celebrities including Michael Bolton, Richard Blaise, Sherry Shepherd, Tammin Sursock, Shawn King and Kristin Taekman. Amanda's commercial work includes Sharper Image, Flipazoo, Wubble and Calming Comfort, to name a few. She has styled editorial photoshoots published in international magazines and styled fashion shows for Bloomingdale’s, Neiman Marcus, NYFW and LAFW.
Whatever the clients’ needs, Amanda knows how to balance clients needs and wants with the logistics of aesthetics, budgeting and scheduling. From mood boards to fruition, Amanda is there every step of the way to make sure styling is absolutely perfect.
Set/Interior Design
Amanda has styled over 75 commercials, created environments for celebrity clients, and designed sets for award-winning products.
She created a magical “Santa’s Fashion Workshop” for Delray Beach’s 100 Foot Christmas Tree, designed rooms for clients such as Daisy Fuentes, Kristin Cavalari, Spin Master, Nabila Salon, Sharper Image, Jay at Play, and “Disney My Room.” From the fantastical to the practical, Amanda takes the comprehensive approach, and can design everything from wall color to props to upholstery, ensuring each and every part of the room unquestionably tells her client’s story.
“Amanda’s designs reflect her personality- they demand respect, attention, and are overall gorgeous.”
Melanie Johanson,
Curator Cornell Museum
Illustration
prints and graphics
As a visual artist, Amanda is also inspired designing original products that live outside of the fashion world. From dishware to furniture to textiles to kids toys and everything in between, Amanda loves to infuse her love of surface design with color, whimsy, exuberant joy!
Amanda designs her own fabrics and designs for renowned clients including Hallmark, Bloomingdale’s & Neiman Marcus.
See a few of Amanda’s favorite projects below!
Interested in Amanda’s illustrations, prints and surface design?
Hallmark
F is for Fashion
F is for Fashion Neiman Marcus Exclusive
Art Basel Artcade Cadillac Hotel
Fab Fit Fun
House of Perna
Neon Bohemians
Versakini
Neiman Marcus Custom Illustration Event
Delray Beach Public Library
Saks Fifth Avenue Holiday Ornaments
Cornell Museum Art Couture
Old School Square Illustration Class
Bloomingdale's Custom Illustration Event
House Of Perna Painted Straw Bags
How to Illustrate Videos
