Amanda Perna Biography

Fast Facts

• WWD selected her label The House of Perna for the Emerging Designer Showcase at MAGIC Las Vegas
• The House of Perna was named best emerging brand at AmericasMart Atlanta
• Graduated from the University of Alabama and the Fashion Institute of Technology
• Started Couture Chaos, her first fashion label, when she was 19 years old
• Interned at Oscar de la Renta's O Oscar brand and Calvin Klein's bridge label
• Worked at Calvin Klein as a designer for 4 years
• Quote: "I am inspired by life․ By people, music, nature, and color․ I strive to create clothing that is unique, impactful and makes a statement․"
• Quote: "I believe fashion should be fun and not take itself too seriously․"
• Has styled for individuals, commercials and companies such as Neiman Marcus, Nordstrom and Bloomingdales
• Started The House of Perna fashion label, serving as the company's creative director