Spring is Almost Here

As the warm weather approaches, so do the new spring and summer bags. So that means it's time for Inventory day for the girls at Brynn Capella Inc.

Last Friday came and went so fast. It's actually amazing how many handbag bins fit in the office closet! After we took all the bins out, the main area was filled wall to wall with bags from season's past. It was fun seeing how much the line has evolved over the years. There were even some bags that we didn't realize were still in stock, as they aren't online anywhere. (I smell a new task a brewing.)

The morning was filled with counting every single bag and double checking our main inventory counts. After our quick Pizza lunch break, Brynn decided to have a fun session of researching names for the 70's inspired Fall 2012 Collection. From researching slang words (That's Dope, To The Max, Chill, Groovy, Foxy Mama), fashion trends (Bell Bottoms, Hot Pants, Menswear inspired) and popular movies (Annie Hall) and songs (Imagine, Heart of Glass, Brown Eyed Girl), we finally narrowed down our selections. Now besides Spring/Summer, I can't wait to see Fall too.

Lastly, we re-organizing the bins and shelves to make room for the new bags arriving soon.
I'm sure nothing will bring as much excitement to the intern girls once the new spring bags arrive! Fun bright colors to brighten the office, so as the days get warmer the anxiety grows!

Outfit Update!

So, I was browsing some local boutiques, and one of my new favorites has to be Comfort Me on Armitage.  When you walk in, you are instantly captured by the wonderful scent of homemade soaps.  After I bring myself back to reality and away from paradise, my eyes can take the rest of the store in. 

 

All of their merchandise is displayed in a very artful way.  As I glanced at the accessory table, I realized the table was actually a glass, fish tank made into a table.  How unique is that!

And then I saw it.  A super cute, spring dress that I have to have!  I can imagine it with this gorgeous necklace I found at Cerato boutique (another great boutique on Southport!) paired with nude wedges. 

“Mom!  Easter is approaching, and I am pretty sure they promote buying eclectic dresses for your daughters!”  : )

And don’t forget, you need a great handbag to go with this outfit.  My choice – the Sophie in the Grace Kelley color.  Perfect match!

The Truth About Pinterest

FACT: Over the past three months I have spent more time on Pinterest than I have on my homework.

FACT: I’m not the only one who’s been sucked in. Brynn’s guilty too.

FACT: Pinterest > Facebook (I may be biased). 

Hello world.

My name’s Allison, and I’m the PR intern at Brynn Capella, Inc.  I thought that my first blog post should involve something that’s on my mind, in my work, and filling up my free time—Pinterest.  For those of you who are unfamiliar with the website, it’s a social media mood board that lets you “pin” everything from your favorite fashions to the latest online meme.  Since January, I have been overloading my mood boards with runway ensembles and blogger photos, and working with Brynn to help build her own Pinterest presence.   

My questions for you: Are you on Pinterest?  What are YOU posting on your mood boards?

Talk to you soon! Oh, and check this out: Brynn's Pinterest Profile .

Love,

Allison 

Old Money Vs. New Money

 Glamour, Sophistication, and long cigarettes – basics from the roaring 20’s.  And what better representation of this lifestyle, but The Great Gatsby.  It’s so influential that designers are reaching for a taste through their choice in silhouettes, silk fabrics, and feathers.

Of the inspirational designers includes Oscar de la Renta, Lam, Marchesa, and Ralph Lauren.  My two favorites?  The fabulous feather gown by Oscar de la Renta and Ralph Lauren’s beaded dress. However, they are missing one very important thing – a Cher wristlet by Brynn Capella.

Either a Windsor Rose, Slate Rock, or Seashell wristlet and you can’t go wrong with these ensembles.

Obsession Confession: I Need You, Cher!

Okay, you know when people say you are in denial?  And then you deny that you are in denial?  Well, I have come to terms with myself, and I am ready to confess: I need you Cher!  The Cher Wristlet by Brynn Capella is a must have for any girl that goes out at night, particularly the ones in college.

My name is Katie - I am the new Merchandising Assistant at Brynn Capella, and I am also a 21-year old student at Columbia College.  I am definitely not a huge party girl, but I do like to go out with my friends or my boyfriend and have a good time once and a while.  But every time I go out, I am faced with “big purse syndrome.”  You know, the ailment where you own an expensive purse that you don’t want to leave sitting in a pile at the bar table while you are on the dance floor?  But, at the same time, it is hard to look confident and sexy when you have this big bag swinging back and forth and hitting people while you are dancing.  Solution? The Cher Wristlet.

Now, picture this.  A young woman with a cute wallet-sized bag around her wrist dancing with a smile on her face and surrounded by her friends - victory.  All my credit cards and money are in the wristlet along with my cell phone and a little tube of lip gloss for any retouch opportunities.  The Cher is the perfect size for any event, and now is the perfect time to get one because the Wildflower Collection is coming out SOON for the Spring and Summer nights.

Western Flower

Moss Verbena

Iceland Poppy

Calypso Orchid

Emerald Isle

Lilac Wisteria

Poppyseed

   

Introducing the colors for the Wildflower Collection Cher Wristlets!





Thank you, Brynn, for answering our prayers – I am cured.

Sincerely,

xoFashionByKatiexo

meow, meow.

My name is Blue, and I just started interning for Brynn. It's been a real treat getting to know Brynn and her mischievous cat Cali. It was really great getting started in social media marketing, but it is pretty much a handful task. Over the few weeks that I've been here giving Brynn an extra set of helping hands and it has been a real experience. Over the last week one of my tasks was to get inspiration from magazine clippings and it was a lot of fun! It sparked so many fun ideas that I can't wait to show everyone!

stay classy

-Blue.

Resort Wear...Y or N?

We are well into the Resort Season! I know, I know, how many of us actually shop resort wear??!

Well all I know is that I wish I needed to! St. Tropez, Bahamas, and the French Riviera, all sound wonderful to me in January and February.

So as we were doing our research on trends and hot colors for each season, we came across this via Shopbop.com:

I know my first thoughts ~ Our Hey Sailor Summer 2011 Collection would be the perfect compliment. Maybe we were just ahead of our time?!?!

How H-O-T would our Forever Yours Zee Satchel (shown above left) look with these outfits or our In The Navy Lauren (also shown above right). The red would pop with any and all of these outfits. But since cobalt blue is on the rise again, you might want to re-consider the In The Navy.

Either way, you should revisit either of these colors and our Sail Away, as they will take you from now through Summer and back again.
Cheers!