Vogue!!!

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Alberto Makali Available at Petunias of Naples!!!

Alberto Makali embarked over a decade ago in NYC's Garment District. Their entry into manufacturing consisted of different driven pieces, and eventually grew into a collection of unique women's suits. They offer clients a collection of women's apparel that is innovative, and geared toward a woman who wishes to be noticed for looking unique. This, coupled with quality manufacturing, has created a large client following across the United States and abroad. As the fashion industry continues to reinvent itself, so will Alberto Makali. Whether it is the latest color, fabric, or trim, Alberto Makali will continue to be on the cutting edge of fashion.

If you have seen an Alberto Makali Style That You Want...Petunias of Naples Will Special Order it For You!!!
Want something none of your friends has from Alberto Makali..stop by and view the catalogs..Petunias of Naples will special order JUST FOR YOU!!!!

 

What is Old is New!!!

An item of clothing is considered vintage if it dates from 1920 to 1960. Anything after that date is considered to be retro....Both are Right on Trend!!!!

Pouty Perfect!!!

The average woman uses 6lbs of lipstick in a year!!!

Eva Franco Available at Petunias of Naples!!!

to the United States as a young girl, fashion quickly became her entrée into new surroundings. Born and raised in Transylvania, Romania, but of Hungarian heritage, she discovered that her passion for designing clothing helped her express herself as she communicated with her American peers.
After graduating from New York’s Fashion Institute of Technology, Franco went to Paris, where she continued her education as a design assistant for Etienne Brunel.
But it was when she moved to Los Angeles that she began crafting clothes for herself. Fueled by positive remarks from passersby, she set up shop at a local flea market, where she was able to learn directly from customers about creating pieces that celebrate the female form.
Today the Eva Franco brand can be found domestically and internationally. All clothing is made in
Los Angeles, where her company is based.
Fall and holiday designs arriving weekly!!!!

Petunias of Naples Sponsors Flag for Windstar Gives Back Event!!!

For the third year in a row, Petunias of Naples Sponsors a Flag for the Windstar on Naples Bay Gives Back:A Weekend of Activities Planned to offer HOPE to Boys & Girls Club November 12-15, 2010
The Windstar on Naples Bay community is stepping up to provide a full weekend of fun outdoor activities to benefit the Boys & Girls Club of Collier County. This year’s event hopes to raise over $35,000, pushing the total amount donated over the past 3 years to the Boys & Girls Club from Windstar on Naples Bay over the $110,000 mark.
The Windstar on Naples Bay community helps the Boys & Girls Club through the Club’s Hope, Opportunity, Purpose & Enrichment (HOPE) Initiative. The initiative’s goal is to garner community support for the programs of the Boys & Girls Club of Collier County. Using the HOPE Initiative the Windstar on Naples Bay community has adopted two classrooms of young people each year, providing them with much needed scholarships to attend the Club.
The goal of the HOPE initiative is to better connect the community with the Boys & Girls Club to sustain life-changing, youth development programs.
“We are extremely grateful and appreciative of all of the support the Boy & Girls Club has received from Windstar on Naples Bay. It is community partners like this that help provide a positive future for the children of this area. We applaud Windstar on Naples Bay’s willingness to step out as a leader in the community,” says Mary Boyce-Johnson, President/CEO of the Boys & Girls Club of Collier County.

Aesthetic Skin Rx Consultation Day at petunias of Naples!!!

Meet Suzanne (Franklin) Seabeck a Certified Medical Esthetic Registered Nurse for a Free Consultation and Learn about Treatments!

November 17th 12:00pm until 6:00pm

Owner and President, Suzanne (Franklin) Seabeck is a Certified Medical Esthetic Registered Nurse (MEP-C), Board Certified Clinician and formerly of the Cleveland Clinic. She has completed advanced training in non-invasive aesthetic procedures for women and men. She will be offering FREE Consultations at Petunias of Naples!!!

****$50.00 Coupon with each consultation towards 1st Visit!!****

Aesthetic skin rejuvenation is an art, and we will be able to recommend the best products and procedures to achieve ...
the youthful, rested and beautiful appearance all women and men strive for.

We enjoy helping patients feel and look better about themselves.
With a little help from us, we see our patients radiate from the inside out.
We take time with all patients to make them feel comfortable in a very private setting.
We are gentle and listen to what patients want.
You will find us extremely affordable and can work within your budget.
What are you waiting for?

Some of our specialty services include:
Botox Injections
Facial Fillers
Radiesse
Juvederm Ultra and Ultra Plus for cheek augmentation an lip enhancement
Spider Vein Tx.
Permanent Makeup
Laser Hair Removal
Laser Photo Facial Rejuvenation
Laser Tx. for Rosacea, Acne and Acne Scarring
Removal of sun and age spots
Hand Rejuvenation with fillers
Radio Frequency for skin tightening and cavitation for fat/cellulite reduction




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NUVULA Fall Arrives at Petunias of Naples!!!

Nuvula is art, poetry, theater and literature merged in fashion. Nuvula is an eco-conscious company from its founding beginnings, with sustainable fabrics at the heart of its soul. You can feel great about your interest and support for our line as Nuvula is a company with great integrity in the use of green materials and a thorough knowledge and supervision of...

the entire manufacturing process. Most of our T-shirts and garments are made in either modal, micro-modal and/or bamboo; likewise, we only use vegan or artificial leathers. No animal products are used at any point in the process. We abstain from using any fur-like material in our collections to discourage and diminish the public's appetite for fur, which ultimately fuels the illicit trade and the well-documented atrocities committed to animals in the process.
Our aim is to tell stories with original illustrations and poetry using our very well-thought out rags as the canvas or medium. The brand style and designs are avant-garde in many aspects but we also want to evolve along with the most interesting and compelling trends that emerge each year. Our influence ranges from the performing arts to painting and literature.
Social/charitable commitments and missions: Nuvula has and will continue to develop some of its garments with messages and illustrations that spread positive social change and/or calls to action. Consequently, we will donate the proceeds from the sale of those products to various charities and non-profit orgs around the world. Our current focus is Darfur.

 

 

Lauren Vidal Paris Now at Petunias of Naples!!!

ABOUT...
LAUREN VIDAL is the signature collection of Parisian, Revital Vidal. Ever an artist and student, Revital travels the world to find inspiration so that every LAUREN VIDAL collection reflects the boundless experience that connect us all.
The collection has been widely available in the United States since 2008 and has grown rapidly each season as American women have embraced the soft strength that is LAUREN VIDAL.
Currently the label is available in over 600 independent retail locations and 3 brand Flagship stores in the United States.
LAUREN VIDAL presents pure-lined, creative innocative style that gives the brand a comfortable ease, elegance, and subtlety. Her highly feminine, relaxed, and contemporary outfits combine fullness and femininity, minimalism and glamour.
LAUREN VIDAL successfully conveys through her creations more than fashion, a true 'philosophy of existence."

Elana Kattan Fall Closeout Trunk Show

Petunias of Naples
852 5th Avenue South, Naples, Florida
239.403.3550
November 10, 2012
10:00am until 8:00pm
Fall Fashions at Closeout Prices...Trunk Show.... Spun Rayon Mesh and Knit Dresses Starting at $49.99 regular $229 and Tops for Only $29.99 Regular $129.99!!!! Champagne and Cupcakes served in true Petunia Gal Style!!! True Garment District Style Sale...Cash, Checks, Credit cards Accepted!!!

Elana Kattan takes pride in her efforts to create the perfect silhouette, with an emphasis on the figure of a real woman. Through each step of the production process, from fabric selection to design, Elana makes sure her visions come to life.

Born in Tel Aviv to a textile family, Elana eventually moved to Paris and found herself immersed in a culture of design, where fashion and lifestyle were regarded as one and the same. It was also from this experience that Elana developed a passion for European couture, still a prominent influence in her works today.

Petunias of Naples Receives 2012 Best of Naples Award!

Naples Award Program Honors the Achievement NAPLES October 26, 2012 -- Petunias of Naples has been selected for the 2012 Best of Naples Award in the Women's Clothing category by the Naples Award Program.

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

PRLog (Press Release) - Nov 03, 2012 -
Each year, the Naples Award Program identifies companies that we believe have achieved exceptional marketing success in their local community and business category. These are local companies that enhance the positive image of small business through service to their customers and our community. These exceptional companies help make the Naples area a great place to live, work and play.
Various sources of information were gathered and analyzed to choose the winners in each category. The 2012 Naples Award Program focuses on quality, not quantity. Winners are determined based on the information gathered both internally by the Naples Award Program and data provided by third parties.

About Naples Award Program

The Naples Award Program is an annual awards program honoring the achievements and accomplishments of local businesses throughout the Naples area. Recognition is given to those companies that have shown the ability to use their best practices and implemented programs to generate competitive advantages and long-term value.

The Naples Award Program was established to recognize the best of local businesses in our community. Our organization works exclusively with local business owners, trade groups, professional associations and other business advertising and marketing groups. Our mission is to recognize the small business community’s contributions to the U.S. economy.

SOURCE: Naples Award Program

Yoana Baraschi...Newest Designer at Petunias of Naples!!!

Born in Bucharest, Romania, Yoana Baraschi was raised in a family of artists, rich in culture and style. Her mother, Elli Baraschi, was an educator and a true fashion icon who felt that being stylish and elegant was the ultimate creative expression for a woman. Her father, Constantin Baraschi, a leading figure in the Romanian art world, was a renowned sculptor and Dean of the Fine Arts Institute. Following in his footsteps, Yoana studied drawing and sculpture from a very early age. She continued her artistic studies at the Fine Arts Institute of Bucharest where she received a BA in Sculpture. In 1978, a few years after the death of her parents, Yoana left communist Romania for Paris, where she got her first design job working for Emmanuelle Khahn as an embroidery designer. During her four years in Paris, she also worked at Studio de Style Jean Azel as an associate designer on collections such as Leonard, Cacharel, Mugler, and Faconable.

In 1983, Yoana moved to New York where she began to work as an illustrator for WWD and continued her work in textile design for various studios. She then shifted her focus in 1986 when she began working as a shoe designer for Mario Valentino and was introduced to the factories of Napoli and trade shows of Milan. During her many travels through Italy, Yoana was exposed to their fine tradition of craftsmanship, working with the best in the trade, which gave her a strong reference point for her career. It was during this time that she started I.B. Design Studio, which was created to translate European concepts for an American market. Her work had her traveling extensively throughout Hong Kong, Paris, Romania, California and India.

Yoana began working for Angelique Imports in 1988, where she developed a passion for hand loomed textiles and vintage embroideries. Her years with the company brought her to India numerous times a year, so it naturally became a second home to her. It was in India that Yoana formed her strong sense of color and love for traditional artisanal techniques, which can be found heavily throughout her own collection. Yoana did not slow down until 1994, when she gave birth to Sophia, her first daughter. At this point, she was hired as the Design Director for Guess Knitwear.

The turning point of Yoana’s designer career came in 1999, when she began working as Creative Director for Betsey Johnson. She was heavily influenced by not only business success the company had achieved, but also Betsey’s own originality and vision. It was this time period that allowed Yoana the courage to live her own vision and believe that she could start her own collection. In 2002, armed with her first sample collection created in her bedroom, Yoana was able to find a showroom to represent her line, received her first order from Saks Fifth Avenue, and was invited to participate in the esteemed Intermezzo Trade Show.

Yoana Baraschi now has showrooms representing her collection in New York, Los Angeles, Dallas, Atlanta, and London and can be found in approximately 500 specialty boutiques globally such as Neiman Marcus, Nordstrom, Bloomingdale’s, Macy’s West, Intermix, and Fred Segal. During her 6 years in business, Yoana has continued to amass an impressive roster of fans among young and stylish Hollywood; Halle Berry, Sienna Miller, Paris Hilton, Rachel Bilson, Heidi Klum, and Lauren Conrad.       

                

Elana Kattan Now Available at Petunias of Naples

Elana Kattan takes pride in her efforts to create the perfect silhouette, with an emphasis on the figure of a real woman. Through each step of the production process, from fabric selection to design, Elana makes sure her visions come to life.

Born in Tel Aviv to a textile family, Elana eventually moved to Paris and found herself immersed in a culture of design, where fashion and lifestyle were regarded as one and the same. It was also from this experience that Elana developed a passion for European couture, still a prominent influence in her works today.

Eventually settling in Miami, Elana founded DiDi Designs, where she initially designed and manufactured body wear for woman, developing a keen eye for the details involved in dressing the feminine figure. It was also at DiDi where she was able to gain expertise in working with stretch fabrics.


Available at Petunias of Naples and World Wide!!!

5 Colors For Fall

• French Roast...A Delicious Brown .... The Perfect Replacement to Black and Tres Chic When Paired With Black!!!
• Warm Honey Gold...A Sophisticated Color to Pair With Titanium, Rain Forest or Marine!!!
• Pink Flambe...Color Block it with Tangerine Tango or  Pair it with Titanium or French Roast to Put it in the Spotlight!!!
• Tangerine Tango....A Luscious and Vivacious Color worn alone and it Devilishly Dances with French Roast!!!
• Ultra Marine Green... AWorldly Color...Pair it with Navy or Eggplant for Deep Depths of Color!!!

Elena Wang Now Available at Petunias of Naples!

Elena Wang

Elena Wang is fresh and fabulous! Emily Wang, Elena's talented mom, travels the globe looking for inspiration for her creations! From rich saturated colors, to the softest of pastels, Emily infuses color and design into her beautiful body shapes. Her prints are stunning and her attention to detail is second to none! She is a style setter and because of that, the Elena Wang line is dynamic force in the market place. This Fabulous Canadian Line is Now Available at Petunias of Naples!!

Botanistix Trunk Show

Start Your Holiday Shopping This Saturday!!!!
Botanistix Trunk Show, November 3, 2012 from 12:00pm to 5:00pm at Petunias of Naples...852 5th Avenue South, Naples, Florida 34102....239-403-3550. This is the perfect time to start your holiday shopping! Meet artist and Designer Christi Lavoy of Naples!Christi's designs unique home decor items for her brand Botanistix, including orchid support stakes!A BotaniStix™ takes the place of the ugly, wooden stick in orchids. In plants and fresh flowers, the stix becomes "plant jewelry."

Aluminum rods are cut to size (18", 24", & 36".) A color coating is applied so the stix will blend with all kinds of plant & floral materials. BotaniStix™ is all about the aesthetics. They are then embellished with high quality, jewelry grade details until they become luxurious orchid stakes!Christi also designs seaside inspired napkin twists and rings and lamp accessories. " Her interior design background is apparent in the details of her work. She stays very current with design trends & colors. Christi uses jewelry grade findings to make the pieces unusual and always beautiful. As a real 'people person,' she enjoys meeting her clients at their homes to custom her creations to their specific decor needs.