Becks Sapphire Launch Party 2013

Beck’s Sapphire
Miami Launch Event

Smooth, sleek, sophisticated and right at home in the country’s most vivacious city!!!

March 28^th, 2013

8pm to 10pm

The Moore Building

4040 NE 2^nd Ave

Miami FL

 

Situated in the heart of the Design District, The Moore Building’s surrounding neighborhood is one that boasts both a rich art scene and luxury shopping destinations.

These attributes align seamlessly with Beck’s Sapphire’s distinctively sophisticated image and alluring bottle design.

 

Upon arrival, the first 500 guests will receive a skeleton key with a number attached.

The Miami event will feature Beck’s Sapphire’s strategic brand partners, Leica, Hugo Boss and Mercedes Benz.

Each brand is participating by offering a giveaway which a few lucky attendees’ keys will unlock.

 

The Grand Prize is a 3 day/2night trip for 2 to Mercedes Benz Fashion Week in New York this Fall ( this includes accommodations and tickets to four shows), Hugo Boss is offering a complete tuxedo fitting from their menswear line, Leica Cameras will be offering a D-Lux 6 camera along with a custom carrying case.

Last,  but not least, one lucky winner will receive a pair of tickets to a Miami Heat 1^st round playoff game.

 

The evening will also feature live entertainment, 3-D image mapping on the infamous Zaha Hadid sculpture, cocktails with a splash of Beck’s Sapphire,

which will created by acclaimed mixologist Mark Kinzer with an interactive green screen photo booth.

 

Funkshion Fashion Week March 2013

                                                  Model makes a dazzling fashion statement

                                                                 Runway View

                                                                     Backstage

                                                                  Garden Inspiration

                                                                       HOT SHOES

Funkshion is Baaaaaacccck: 2013

Starting on March 20th, I will smile just a tad wider:)

It seems that Funkshion Fashion Week is back and I couldn't be happier.

Fashion Week

Funkshion Fashion Week Miami Beach MARCH 2013

FUNKSHION: Fashion Week Miami Beach is a four day long event that provides an intelligent, innovative platform for progressive, established, and emerging designers to showcase their collections to media, celebrities, international buyers . FUNKSHION: Fashion Week Miami Beach is a four day/evening long event that provides an intelligent, innovative platform for progressive, established, and emerging designers to showcase their collections to media, celebrities, international buyers, and select style makers. The shows are geared towards designer diffusion collections and innovative lifestyle brands
LOCATION: Collins Park; Between 21st Street & 22nd Street on Collins Avenue
RSVP: collins@funkshion.com
PRESS RSVP: matt@funkshion.com

WED March 20:
7:00PM Media reception hosted by FUNKSHION and Peroni (plus full open bar)
8:00PM Sotto Resort Collection
9:00PM After party with live music performance by The John Aston Group band

THU March 21:
1:00PM MIUAD Fashion Showcase
8:00PM Peroni announcement of Young Model Award Competition hosted by Fashion Group International
8:15PM When Accessories Ruled the World" presented by Yak Pak & Hayden Harnett
9:00PM Vice Mayor Michael Gongora will present the Key to City of Miami Beach to DJ Irie on behalf of the work that the DJ Irie Foundation has done for South FL kids and teens.
9:15PM Dieo Collection by Jnaba
9:30PM Summer Collection “Revelation” by Rosaura Sias Pipenburg
10:00PM Afterparty with special live performance by Hispanic Heritage Award Winner.. BEA Pernia

FRI March 22:
8:00PM Julia Veli
9:00PM Mermaids Montoya Swimwear - by Liliana Montoya
9:30PM Pachi Lake Swimwear
10:00PM Afterparty with special live performance by Grammy nominated Aiko

SPECIAL THANKS TO:
Peroni, Naked Juice, VCA Miami Beach, Make up by Aileen, MIUAD, Fashion Group International, Vizartis, B Cool, VOSS

© Funkshion 2013

"Jazz In The Gardens" Concert - Miami, Florida 2013

Updated with video:

The 2-day "Jazz In The Gardens" concert is officially over and I had a good time, although I am slightly exhausted. "New Edition", "Neyo", "Mary,Mary", "Monica", "Fantasia", "Charlie Wilson", "Baby Face" and a few well known others graced the stage at Sun Life Stadium in Miami, Florida on March 16th & 17th for what many say was "an amazing concert". I took my place among some of Florida's most well known media outlets and mingled with old friends. The show began at 4pm on both days with performances by some great local talent. As the sun set, patrons sipped cocktails from the "mini" bars and tasted exotic seafood dishes offered by catering and restaurant booths. The energy was well beyond festive and most concertgoers stayed on their feet for the entire 6-7 hour show.

New Edition were definitely a highlight. Bobby Brown, Johnny Gill, Michael Bivens, Ricky Bell, Ronnie Divoe and Ralph Tresvant performed with ease and delivered the vocal ambiance of past hits with boyish charm.

A second highlight would have to be Neyo. One may forget just how many number one hits he's had, until he performs them one by one in front of thousands of screaming fans. Showmanship, stage presence, delivery and genius= A+.

Look below for pictures and video.

                                                    

(L) Miami Gardens Mayor Oliver Gilbert,

Singer Fantasia Barrino

Radio/TV personality Michael Baisden

                                             (L) Maiya Gitryte & Model Keyana Fultz

                                              Charlie Wilson speaks to Centric TV

                                                        Front of Stage-Crowd View

                                                           Grammy winning singer Monica

 

 

Grammy Winning Singer/Songwriter Neyo

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

                                                 

Ultra Music Festival 2013

One of the biggest music festivals in the country will descend on Miami this coming weekend. Hopefully you are all fully prepared.....




http://ultramusicfestival.com/

HAPPY BELATED NEW YEAR 2013

HAPPY BELATED NEW YEAR!! This is the second post of 2013. Which actually should've been the first but I digress.

 Every year, I search tirelessly for the hottest NYE parties in the country. Secondly, I search for a tireless party crew. This year however, I did things a little differently. I decided to party solo and I attended a poolside party at the Fontainebleau Hotel featuring Singer/Songwriter/Actor/Rapper Drake.

 Those of you that are familiar with the Fontainebleau (especially the VERY popular LIV nightclub) know what a beautiful hotel it is. The pool area is no exception. Fountains, Bars and VIP tables were scattered about, lit seemingly by the bright lights of the performance stage. "OVO" was monogrammed electronically in red on the huge screen behind Drake's head. Once Drake counted us down and into 2013, he immediately went into such hits as "They Know" & "HYFR". An added surprise were appearances by fellow rappers Busta Rhymes and T.I.P.

Around 12:30am as Drake left the stage without a goodbye, things started to wind down. Most patrons left the venue all together while others continued the party at LIV. I opted to continue my party elsewhere. Although I cannot say that I was impressed by Drake's 30 minute performance, I can say that I was entertained by the beauty of the moment. Hundreds of people, many of them visitors from other cities, were dressed to the nines in sparkly and expensive dresses and three piece suits. The energy was joyful and welcoming, if not somewhat contrived, intimidating and mirroring a hollywood film set (as parties in Miami sometimes do). The women were size 2 lifesized dolls with flowing locks and 6 inch Louboutins and the men were credit card carrying, tie wearing champagne afficionados silently hoping that their budgets would outlast the shoes of their dates......Just Kidding.

 I had a ball and I hope you all did the same. Here's to a great 2013.

ATTENTION FASHION & ART LOVERS....THIS PRETTY MUCH MEANS ALL OF YOU!!

Lincoln Road Antique & Collectible Market

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Lincoln Road Antique & Collectible Market

In case you were wondering, The city of Miami is currently in the midst of tourists season (not that tourists ever need an actual season during which to visit). As such, you can usually find great things to do as special added extras. On top of all of the fabulous shops, restaurants and social spots, Lincoln Road in South Beach is hosting its Antique & Collectible Market. Every Sunday During the beginning of October and the end of May of the following year, you're likely to find something wonderful for even the most discriminatory fashionista or "nisto". I perused the offerings of vendors this past Sunday and I was thoroughly impressed by the selection of vintage furs, dresses, jewelry, art work and of course Louis Vuitton, Christian Dior and Fendi handbags. Get them while they're available. And while you're at it, feel free to stop in at one of the many restaurants for Brunch and a mimosa. Balans is my local favorite for granola pancakes.

Lincoln Road Outdoor Antique & Collectible Market Schedule:
2013
Jan 6, 13, 27
Feb 3, 10, 24
Mar 10, 24
Apr 7, 21
May 5

www.lincolnroadmall.com