Thursday, June 18 @ The Moore Building
4040 Northeast 2nd Avenue
Miami, FL 33137
6:00pm - 7:00pm: VIP Only Private Preview
7:00pm - 11:00pm: Main Event
Mark your calendar - Shop Miami is back on June 18 with amazing designers at unbeatable prices, a sponsored bar, complimentary beauty services, and DJ Ray Milian. Get your tickets now for everyone’s favorite shopping party of the season!
Portion of proceeds to benefit the Gen Art Foundation. Must be 21 or older to attend.
www.genart.org

Cubannie Links Spring/Summer 09: Part 1

I wouldn’t have thought it possible, but Cubannie Links pieces just got hotter with the first drop of Spring/Summer 09 pieces. Look familiar? You bet! The new collection features hotted-up versions of existing pieces as we welcome the return of favourites like the Tri-Ring earring, Hoops, Tupac Rosary and the bold Coco Knockers

For the look book, CL head honcho (and M.I.S.S. Woman Making History Annie Basulto) took it back to her roots – the vibrant Wynwood Art District, north of Downtown Miami. Home to museums, galleries, studios, and art fairs, the colourful streets played the perfect backdrop to the collection.

Annie always brings us the goods, and this collection is further proof this lady is taking over! But don’t spend all your hard-earned dollars just yet - this is only Part 1 of the SS09 drop. Keep your eyes peeled for the next installment in the coming weeks.

My girls like to par-tay all the time!! And Carmelita Couture provides the perfect dress for that occasion! Based in Philly via Miami, Carmelita Martell uses vibrant color combinations and designs “for women with confidence.”  She loves mixing influences from different eras, be it the silhouettes of the 20’s paired with the prints and patterns of the 60’s. These party dresses form her SS09 collection speak to that Cyndi Lauper “Girls Just Wanna Have Fun” gal in all of us! Read more to see other SS09 styles as well as a sneak peak of color-ways of her party dress for FW09! Read the full story

Got a few vacation days left to use before the end of the year? Think international! Leave the laptop at home, pack your carry on bag and your passport, and jet-set to your nearest international city for a whirlwind long weekend. Do-able in a carry on? Of course! Adhere to the 3-1-1 carry on guidelines for liquids and you’re fine. Don’t spend a lot of money on a grand hotel. Weekenders are all about getting out and exploring the city.

New York to London, England
Leaving Thursday, returning Sunday
$300+ USD
Average air time is between 7 and 10 hours.

Do-able in a carry on? You bet! Adhere to the 3-1-1 carry on guidelines for liquids and you’re fine. London weather can be cold and rainy in fall, so be sure to wear a good raincoat and carry a compact umbrella. A long pashmina can double as a scarf during the day and a shoulder wrap at night. Wear comfortable shoes and plan to do plenty of walking. London’s public transportation system is excellent, so purchase a 3 Day London Pass with Travel Pass for unlimited access to London’s city transportation as well as tons of attractions like the Tower of London, Windsor Castle, the Globe Theatre, St. Paul’s Cathedral, Queen’s Gallery and more.

London Image

Check out the other 2 stops after the jump . . .

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 I couldn’t wait to see to see the pictures from the show in Miami and I have to say, it was definitely worth the wait. Karl Lagerfeld never disappoints and this season’s resort show looked amazing. The models “walked on water” with a custom catwalk built for the show. Though the show took place in Miami, the aesthetic of the show looked more 1970s inspired with smoking jackets, high waisted leggy pants, disco dresses, wide-brimmed hats, tie-dye shirts and bell-bottom jeans. It looked fabulous in the usual black and white color palette with the addition of pastels like pink, lilac and light blue. BUT my favorite thing by far was the accessories. Check out the chain link/leather giant heart loops with interlocking C’s in them (see photo below). Hello? I need them - like now!! The oversized chain link bracelets and head bands were amazing too. And last but not least, the heart shaped bag with interlocking C’s was also a really cute new twist on the iconic logo.
  
See the rest of the photos after the jump . . .  You can also view parts of the show on the Chanel site here.
Images: Style
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I managed to find some sneaky peaks of last night’s Chanel Resort show at the Raleigh in Miami.  I’ll update later with pics and highlights from the collection. I’ll leave you with these for now.  The beach balls and life savers are so fun!!  The  pool is beautiful the way it’s lit at night and they really did have synchronized swimmers.  Not one details was left to chance.  Can’t wait to see the rest of the collection.  Stay tuned!

The rest of the pics after the jump!

Images:  Getty

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