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Wynwood & Aquarella Swimwear

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EXUDE THE ULTIMATE “MIAMI COOL” By Katie Jackson The Wynwood Art District is surely becoming the new epicenter for Miami art and entertainment. Since taking over what used to be a run-down warehouse district, developers and land owners transformed Wynwood into a place that gives artists permission to create fabulous artwork that are showcased on the exterior and interior walls of the buildings within the District. Now with a multitude of art galleries, retails shops, and hot spots for nightlight and the performing arts, Wynwood is the new “it” place in Miami. Visitors can stop at the vegan-friendly Jugofresh or dine at the delicious R House, grab a drink at SHOTS or Wood Tavern all while experiencing some of the most fantastic art displays that Miami has to offer. Wynwood has become such a hot commodity that famous celebrities, models, and designers have all made appearances, even going as far as producing photo shoots and commercials. Beyoncé posted multiple photos of her adventures in the art district on her Instagram account while Kim Kardashian famously fell off of a bike while filming a commercial right in front of one of the graffiti-covered walls. It has even become a new favorite spot for Miami fashion bloggers, who use the gorgeous art-covered walls as backdrops for their latest posts. The collaboration of Aquarella Swimwear and the Wynwood Art District made perfect sense for a photo shoot. Both on the rise, and having a unique take on art and fashion in expression, the art district and swimwear label have a lot in common. Both embody a new, young, artsy-meets-chic attitude, and exude a confident style that is completely captivating the minds of many, if not all, Miamians. Photography by HAMID KOOTVAL Makeup & Hair YESINIA VARGAS Stylist JENNIFER SCLAFANI  Click here to view post on the Sept/Oct 2014 issue.

Arts, Culture

The Opening of Maman Fine Art Gallery

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305 heavy hitters from the art world joined forces last Tuesday to celebrate the opening of the Maman Fine Art Gallery – the newest edition to the Melin Building in the Design District. Craig Robins – the heart and veins behind The Design Districts thriving success – and Daniel Maman hosted the night that was dedicated to showing the best of modern art, bold, bronzed sculptures and compelling installations while the guest mingled over a soothing glass of wine. Wine and art – is there anything better? By Nycole Sariol

Arts, Culture

Gallery Nights SLS Style

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By Nycole Sariol Every Wednesday, a colorful audience flocks to the sushi-hall of fame, Katsuya at the SLS Miami Beach, to witness the long-awaited makings of local artists in the South Florida community, otherwise known as Gallery Nights. This week, the likes of the oh-so talented Claudio Picasso showed us a thing or two about long brush-strokes mixed with smoky undertones to create a monochromatic concept. “I tend to find that old monochromatic photos translate well when I’m actually going to do something in one tone and, also, it gives it an interesting classical feel,” the young artist speaks of his recent collection. One-tone wonders weren’t the only piece of art that was floating around the Dragon Lounge that night. The “Saki Sangria”, a translucent drink of choice at Katsuya, turned evening hand accessory, a refresher made to stimulate mind and body while pondering the omnipresent art that filled the room, made with flavored Bacardi, white cranberry juice and saki, infused with yuzu and basic syrup, topped off with some cubed Fiji Apples and oranges. To close off the night, Deborah Gutierrez, Katsuya’s general manager, presented the unveiling of the Saki bottle for the week; in which the artist for that week dedicates a custom-made Saki bottle to his or her special guest for the evening, in this case, going to Sunita Bhagwan of Hot Listings Miami and her husband, Brandon.

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FIAT 500L, a Work-of-Art With South Florida Roots

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By Carissa Davis FIAT of North Miami has recently celebrated the launch of the new 2014 FIAT 500L with the help of one of South Florida’s most promising artists. On the evening of July 10, FIAT of North Miami and South Florida artist Alexander Mijares celebrated the launch of the FIAT 500L with a FIAT designed by Mijares and wrapped by Live Colors. The new FIAT 500L features an all-new small-wide design with two extra doors and 42 percent more interior space than previous FIAT models. In addition to the vehicle art, guests enjoyed a showcase of additional paintings created by Mijares as well as other works of art by MADinItaly. Guests were automatically entered into a contest to win an overnight test drive in Mijares’ specially-designed FIAT. The “artwork on wheels” is currently on a two-month tour around Miami before it is placed for sale to the public. Alexander Mijares http://www.fiatusaofnorthmiami.com/index.htm

Arts, Events

Color-A-Cause 2nd Annual Exhibit

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Photos by Imani Ogden It was a star studded event last Wednesday in celebration of the 2nd Annual Color-A-Cause at the Hoxton. Hosted by NBC anchor Roxanne Vargas and showcased through the eyes of Artist Joey Mugica, Miami’s “Power 20” honorees were “Color Queened” and honored as South Florida’s most influential people. The 20 Honorees include: Beth Sobol, Adora, Berta Bravo, Craig Stevens, Hansell Leyva, James Cubby, Gerry Kelly, Jammin Johnny, Jipsy, Lesley Abravanel, Malinka Max, Maryel Epps, Michael Gongora, Stacy Russell, “Trend Tracker” Tara Gilani, Tony Guerra, Viviana Gabeiras, Nikola Charpentier and Rey Casas. Charity proceeds for this event will go to “Neat Stuff for Kids”.

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La Collaborazione

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NOEL & UBERTO GUCCI By Reagan Lightsey Photo by Henry Perez     After first seeing Miami artist Noel’s dramatic images that seem to jump right off the canvas, it is no wonder that Uberto Gucci – of the famed fashion family of the same name – decided to collaborate with him in creating “La Collaborazione”: an unprecedented event that premiered on November 17th. The exhibit, held at the newly renovated Miami Beach Botanical Garden, was followed by a reception at the Raleigh Hotel. The first two paintings of La Collaborazione, were unveiled by Noel and Uberto Gucci during Noel’s 2010 Mediterranean exhibits. “I wanted to concentrate in the origins of the Gucci family,” said Noel of the collection. “That’s why I decided to pay homage to their original equestrian designs and the family’s love for horses -which it was what they started designing before it became a major fashion house.” Not only did Noel focus on the original concept of the fashion house as a whole, but he also concentrated on the foundation of the Gucci family’s birthplace, Florence, Italy.  “Of course, because they are originally from Florence, I was inspired by it, as well, since it is the birthplace of the Renaissance,” said Noel. “I mixed my style – the classical element that it already has with the foundation of the family’s design of everything equestrian.” By weaving authentic scarves, leather and horse bits that were originally used as accessories for the riders (granted to him straight from the Gucci family archives!) into his work, Noel certainly captured the air of sophistication that accompanies the family name. “My work is known for its dimension and movement,” explained Noel, “which is why it was easy to add the actual 3D elements into it…I used the scarves to create a cohesive scene with the whole collection…The elements on the paintings are directly from the original accessories made by the Gucci family.” Truly, the seamless incorporation of these renowned pieces provided by Uberto Gucci is something to behold.  If fashion, is indeed, wearable art, then this collection is certainly a celebration of the two worlds colliding.

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