Amanda Perna is a fashion designer, design expert, best-selling author, stylist and entrepreneur. She has collaborated to create content, illustrations & activations for brands including: Hearst Publications, Pinterest, Good Housekeeping, Woman’s Day, Hallmark, Saks Fifth Avenue and Neiman Marcus.

After designing for Calvin Klein and appearing on Project Runway, Amanda decided to launch her own businesses. Her clothing and accessories brand, The House of Perna, is focused on bright colors, bold prints and maximalist style with minimal waste. Her women’s and children’s store, A Little Wyld, scours the world for high-quality, whimsical products that celebrate unique style and spark your Wyld side.

Amanda’s mission is to create joy and spread sunshine, which is why she is dedicated to philanthropy and helping her community. She serves on the board of the Greater Delray Beach Chamber of Commerce and the Achievement Centers for Children and Families. She has helped raise hundreds of thousands of dollars for non-profits in South Florida. Amanda believes you are strongest when living your life authentically & in color and that life is too short not to follow your dreams.

Amanda happily resides and designs in Palm Beach County, in the colorful town of Delray Beach, Florida with her husband, daughter and Yorkshire Terrier.