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Monday, April 3, 2017

Spring 2017 Fashion Alert: Designed and Made in Manhattan by Mover and Shaker Donna Degnan: Pull On Jacquard Floral Slim Leg Pant and Crepe Hi-Lo Top Recommended by Whom You Know!

SPRING IS HERE!

...AND IT'S MADE IN AMERICA!!!!!!!

The best aspect of seasonal change in the Northeast of America is without a doubt the FASHION, and people like Mover and Shaker Donna Degnan make it that way, and she not only designs her line in New York and always has, but she also always has manufactured the whole line in Manhattan. Navy is absolutely the new black, and it makes a statement in these two pieces.  Donna is the epitome of less is more and her line is pure luxury.  We are honored to work with her for a second season.  Previously on Whom You Know, Donna was featured in Fall 2016.  Meet the spring top: 
A Donna Degnan favorite fun and springy hi-lo top with a deep v-neck double tie feature. 
Style #1787 P-N 
Polyester 
Dry Clean Only 
Made In NY 
The classic Donna Degnan slim leg pant with a floral print design and a slight slit at the bottom for a nice spring boot or flat shoe. Available in colors; Ivory and Navy. 
Details 
Style #4906 Q-A 
Polyester/Cotton/Elastic 
Dry Clean Only 
Donna Degnan tells Whom You Know:
Founded on the pure belief that women should look chic on all occasions,The Donna Degnan label has been creating contemporary styles for over a 
decade. With a focus on quality and effortless sophistication, the Degnan 
vision of intelligent design inherent in every choice: from fabric 
sourcing to fit. Donna Degnan designs speak to the grace and strength of
women. Poised and cool. Effortless, yet never appearing so.
Donna Degnan creates polished comfort with her new pull on pant with 
contrasting exposed elastic waistband. Pair them with her ultra flattering 
black rouched, short sleeve wrap top and you can literally go anywhere 
looking great!
Navy...the must-have color for spring. 
Donna Degnan's on-trend lace up 
front wrap top in navy crepe over her signature wide waist pull on slim 
leg pant in a beautiful floral jacquard looks fresh and unique this
spring.  Gillian Anderson, you should absolutely have this look in the next season of The Fall.  Donna and Peachy both love British and Irish television so should you find yourself character dressing...
The print on these pants achieves the proper balance between fascinatingly alluring yet polished.  It announces style without being loud.  These can be dressed up or down and you'd look great in a front row seat at a season-opener baseball game, especially since Donna and her line are so All-American and would look equally stunning at a five star venue.  
But when you wear them, you're the star.  We paired them with Paul Mayer Attitudes Navy Heel for dressy and Lotus of the UK sneakers for getting places.
See, it's all about perspective.  When Peachy takes pictures of herself, she appears quite tall!
Or is it the pants, not the angle, that make her look great!
Donna Degnan is Highly Recommended by Whom You Know.





Donna Degnan
Made in America
The Donna Degnan Collection offers a modern take on fashion that caters to a woman’s attitude rather than a particular age. Each season, the collection is designed to anticipate and incorporate the ever-changing fashion trends, without ever compromising the foundations of classic styling. “There was a void in the market for on-trend clothing designed with sophisticated, quality workmanship”, explains Donna. "As a woman, I was looking for this. As a designer, I decided to create it”. 20 years later, Donna has held true to her vision. The entire collection is designed and produced entirely in New York City, allowing Donna the ability to oversee every aspect of the collection.

"There is nothing louder, to me than an overthought outfit. It’s clear when someone is trying to dress versus just dressing. Simplicity is the most precious of qualities in any design. It keeps the focus on what’s important, you."

Founded on the pure belief that women should look chic on all occasions, The Donna Degnan label has been creating contemporary styles for over a decade. With a focus on quality and effortless sophistication, the Degnan vision of intelligent design inherent in every choice: from fabric sourcing to fit. Donna Degnan designs speak to the grace and strength of women. Poised and cool. Effortless, yet never appearing so.

The Donna Degnan label can be found in many better specialty stores, as well as online. Her work continues to set a precedent for sophisticated women’s fashion and indulgent style. Degnan’s talent for showcasing the best in women began early. After graduating from FIT and working for major retailers, she begun designing her own collection in the late 90’s. Ever since, her collection has been steadfast in filling the void in the market for trendier clothing designed with sophisticated, quality workmanship. The initial purpose honed her aesthetic as a designer.

Known for her classic silhouettes with a modern and contemporary edge, Donna Degnan has become a favorite go to designer for many women across the country. Born in Jersey City, New Jersey, Donna’s creativity was inspired by her parents and their very successful interior design business. After graduating Fashion Institute of Technology, Donna designed collections for a few major retailers where her tenacious work ethic and talent were noticed. Donna has a very loyal audience of celebrities in television, politics, stage and film. Inside Edition’s Deborah Norville, former Governor Christine Whitman, E News reporter Alicia Quarles and Broadway actress Donna Murphy are just a few spotted in Donna Degnan designs. Donna’s designs have been seen in numerous magazines and websites and recently she was a featured designer for Cotton Incorporated’s major Miami 24 hour Fashion Show 2013. The Donna Degnan label can be found in over 500 better specialty stores including Tootsies in Houston and Dallas TX, Mitchell’s in Westport, CT, Richard’s in Greenwich, CT, Marsh’s in Huntington, NY, Balliet’s in Oklahoma City, OK and Joan Shepp in Philadelphia, PA to name a few.

Donna Degnan’s design studio is located in New York City and she is very proud to manufacture her collections in New York City’s Garment Center. Lulu, Donna’s adorable and feisty “Morkie” dog comes to work with Donna every day and is never too far from her favorite designer.

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