PEYTON MERRILL founder
Peyton started in Visual Merchandising for the iconic American brands Ann Taylor and J. Crew. She then moved to London as Head of Visual Merchandising for Thomas Pink. Shortly thereafter, Peyton opened an interior design company. Peyton Merrill lives in Winnetka with her husband Topher Merrill and their three children.
In 2020, Peyton launched Bunny & Babe and has been blessed with a loyal customer base that is drawn to our style icons and namesakes - Bunny Mellon and Babe Paley. Their elegance, allure and trend setting style became an obsession and inspiration for Bunny & Babe.
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"North Shore style setter Peyton Merrill’s discerning eye served her well in her work in visual merchandising for A-list brands." - Modern Luxury
"Merrill has curated a boutique with refreshing new looks that appeal to every woman. Never missing a beat when it comes to her personal design or that of her clients." - Chicago Classic
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The Vintage List
Since 2015, The Vintage List has reimagined antique glassware for modern living—timeless,...
the story BEHIND THE NAME
America’s first “It” girls have inspired Peyton’s carefully tailored collection of Women's Ready-To-Wear, Shoes, Accessories and Home
Bunny Mellon was an American horticulturist, philanthropist, and art collector, renowned for her sophisticated, understated style. Heiress to the Listerine fortune, she became a tastemaker in fashion, interiors, and garden design, famously creating the White House Rose Garden for President John F. Kennedy. Known for her deep knowledge of plants and love of French aesthetics, she curated homes, gardens, and collections with a quiet elegance that inspired designers and high society alike.
Babe Paley was an American style icon and socialite, celebrated for her impeccable elegance and influence on mid-20th-century fashion. She rose to prominence as a Vogue fashion editor before marrying William S. Paley, the founder of CBS. Known for her polished, effortless looks, she was frequently featured on Best Dressed lists and inducted into the International Best Dressed Hall of Fame. Babe Paley embodied New York high society glamour, inspiring designers and the public alike with her timeless, understated chic.
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