http://www.miamifashionweek.com/Updates/UpdatesRecent Updates from MiamiFashionWeek.comen-ushttp://www.miamifashionweek.com/Update/50/MBIFW_by_Katya_Kova_Photography.htmlhttp://www.miamifashionweek.com/Update/50/MBIFW_by_Katya_Kova_Photography.htmlWed, 31 Dec 1969 17:00:00 -0700http://www.miamifashionweek.com/Update/49/Video_News_Clips_Available.htmlhttp://www.miamifashionweek.com/Update/49/Video_News_Clips_Available.htmlNews clips from South Florida news stations are available to view on our YouTube channel. If you want to download copies please contact us. WFOR News Miami Beach International Fashion Week 2011 WPLG News Miami Beach International Fashion Week 2011 WPLG News Miami Beach International Fashion Week 2011 WTVJ News Miami Fashion Week Foundation Humanitarian Awards 2011 WTVJ News Miami Fashion Week Foundation Humanitarian Awards 2011 WTVJ News Miami Beach International Fashion Week 2011 WTVJ News Miami Beach International Fashion Week 2011 WTVJ News Miami Beach International Fashion Week 2011Wed, 31 Dec 1969 17:00:00 -0700http://www.miamifashionweek.com/Update/48/2011_Award_Winners_Announced.htmlhttp://www.miamifashionweek.com/Update/48/2011_Award_Winners_Announced.html2011 Miami Moda & Music Award Winners International Rising Star Bata Spasojevic - Serbia Prêt-A-Porter Style Award Mariela Allaix, Argentina Excellence in Eveningwear Award Giovanni Scutaro - Venezuela Men's Style Award Mauricio Alberino - Italy Victoria Puig de Lange International Style Award Marcelo Quadros - Brazil Designers Choice Award Art of Shade Top Model of the Year Sviatlana Tiffany Jewelry Design Award Dafné - France Humanitarian Award Somy Ali     Ricky Ariola     Tina Carlo Vince Castro     Many Machado     Shareef Malnik Jackie Nespral     Dr. Omar Pasalodos     Maria Elena Salinas     Joy Wallace 2011 Competition Winners International Student Women's Wear Designer of the Year Martha Landry, USA International Student Men's Wear Designer of the Year Javier Topete, Mexico International Student Fashion Photographer of the Year Nicola Ferguson - Wales International Student Graphic Artist of the Year Rachael Lee Yen Yii - Malaysia International Emerging Jewelry Designer of the Year Maria Hamilton - USA International Emerging Designer of the Year Onder Ozdak, TurkeyMon, 03 Oct 2011 00:00:00 -0700http://www.miamifashionweek.com/Update/47/Copa_Airlines_Sponsors_Miami_Beach_International_Fashion_Week_2011.htmlhttp://www.miamifashionweek.com/Update/47/Copa_Airlines_Sponsors_Miami_Beach_International_Fashion_Week_2011.htmlThis Latin American airline will bring a diverse crowd to Miami's prominent Fashion Week MIAMI- February, 2011- Sobol-Perry Fashion Productions, Inc. is pleased to announce that Copa Airlines will be the presenting sponsor and official airline for the 2011 Miami Beach International Fashion Week. As part of the airline's initiatives to unite and promote the cultures of the Americas, Copa also is offering limited-time special promotional fares for travel to the Miami, Fla., event. One of the leading airlines in the Americas, Copa Airlines offers service to 55 destinations in 27 countries across North, Central, and South America and the Caribbean. Copa's Hub of the Americas at Panama's Tocumen International Airport offers the most international flights to destinations within Latin America than any other hub on the continent. Copa Airlines will have its own showcase of Latin designers in Miami Beach International Fashion Week. The show is set to take place on Saturday, March 5 at 8:30 p.m. at the Miami Beach Convention Center, Hall A. Designers to be featured in this runway extravaganza include Eduardo González of Colombia, Marcelo Quadros of Brazil, Federico Visuetti of Panama, Mariela Allaix of Argentina, Claudia Bertolero of Peru and Giovanni Scutaro of Venezuela. "As Latin America's leading provider of passenger and cargo service, Copa Airlines is proud to play an integral role in bringing these very accomplished designers to Miami Beach International Fashion Week," says Fernando Fondevila, Copa Airline's Regional Manager North America. "We are thrilled to be participating in this unique event that showcases Latin America's top fashion talent." "Copa Airlines participation as the official airline for the Miami Beach International Fashion Week is a great way to attract visitors, designers and media from Latin America," says Beth Sobol president and executive producer of Sobol- Perry Fashion Productions, Inc. "Those attending Miami Beach International Fashion Week from Latin America are able to fly at a special rate through Copa Airlines." Taking place in South Beach from March 3- 6, Miami Beach International Fashion Week is the largest Latin American and international fashion event in the world. The event will provide a one-of-a-kind and unique platform for designers from all over the world to gain international exposure. About Miami Beach International Fashion Week: Beth Sobol, President of Sobol – Perry Fashion Productions, Inc., founded Miami Beach Fashion Week® in 1999 following a successful career as an international fashion model. She has worked with some of the fashion world's most influential designers and producers and launched Miami Fashion Week to provide a platform for designers from Latin America to gain international exposure. During the past 12 years, MBIFW has evolved into one of the world's premier fashion events spotlighting designers from Europe, USA and Canada, the Caribbean, Middle East and Asia as well as the largest showcase of Latin American design talent in the United States. For more information visit www.miamifashionweek.com About Copa Airlines Copa Holdings, through its operating subsidiaries Copa Airlines and Copa Airlines Colombia (formerly Aero Republica), is a leading Latin American commercial aviation provider of passenger and cargo service. Copa Airlines and Copa Airlines Colombia currently offer more than 160 daily flights to 55 destinations in 27 countries in North, Central and South America and the Caribbean through the Hub of the Americas at Tocumen International Airport in Panama City, Panama. From the U.S., Copa Airlines offers nonstop service to Panama from Miami, New York City (JFK), Los Angeles, Washington, D.C. (Dulles), and Orlando. To make reservations, select seats, enter OnePass numbers, create a trip log, print boarding passes and pay for tickets via secure transactions in six different currencies (U.S. dollars; Argentine, Chilean, Colombian and Mexican pesos; and Brazilian reales), visit copaair.com.Thu, 03 Feb 2011 00:00:00 -0700http://www.miamifashionweek.com/Update/46/Equinox_Fitness_Clubs_to_Sponsor_Miami_Beach_International_Fashion_Week.htmlhttp://www.miamifashionweek.com/Update/46/Equinox_Fitness_Clubs_to_Sponsor_Miami_Beach_International_Fashion_Week.htmlMIAMI, FL (February 14, 2011) - Sobol-Perry Fashion Productions, Inc. has announced that the Equinox Fitness Club will be the official fitness sponsor of the 2011 Miami Beach International Fashion Week. The upscale lifestyle brand renowned for revolutionizing one's view on health and wellness is committed to showcase their title as "America's Healthiest Gym" and grant guests the ultimate Equinox experience during Miami Beach's most-frequented event. During Miami Beach International Fashion Week, Equinox will encourage and energize Miami Beach International Fashion Week's attendees, models and staff with their signature approach to fitness, health and wellness. These services will include a relaxation lounge for massage therapists to pamper guests with revitalizing mini-treatments; along with special offers and rewards for new members. "Equinox offers a one of a kind fitness experience for their clientele nationwide, we are delighted to have them in this year's event," says Beth Sobol, president and founder of Miami Beach International Fashion Week. "Guests will be able to enjoy healthy beverages or a relaxing message provided by the team at Equinox." Taking place in South Beach from March 3- 6, 2011, Miami Beach International Fashion Week is the largest Latin American and international fashion event in the world. The event will provide a one of a kind and unique platform for designers from all over the world to gain international exposure. Please visit us online at www.miamifashionweek.com for more information. About Miami Beach International Fashion Week: Beth Sobol, President of Sobol – Perry Fashion Productions, Inc., founded Miami Beach Fashion Week® in 1999 following a successful career as an international fashion model. She has worked with some of the fashion world's most influential designers and producers and launched Miami Fashion Week to provide a platform for designers from Latin America to gain international exposure. During the past 12 years, MBIFW has evolved into one of the world's premier fashion events spotlighting designers from Europe, USA and Canada, the Caribbean, Middle East and Asia as well as the largest showcase of Latin American design talent in the United States. For more information visit www.miamifashionweek.com About Equinox: Equinox Fitness Clubs operates 50 upscale, full-service facilities in New York, Chicago, Los Angeles, San Francisco, Miami, Boston, Dallas and DC. The company offers an integrated selection of Equinox-branded programs, services and products, including strength and cardio training, group fitness classes, personal training, spa services and products, apparel and food/juice bars. Since its inception in 1991, Equinox has developed a lifestyle brand that represents service, value, quality, expertise, innovation, attention to detail, market leadership and results.Wed, 31 Dec 1969 17:00:00 -0700http://www.miamifashionweek.com/Update/45/Competition_Finalists_Announced.htmlhttp://www.miamifashionweek.com/Update/45/Competition_Finalists_Announced.htmlCompetition Finalists Announced Click HereSat, 02 Apr 2011 00:00:00 -0700http://www.miamifashionweek.com/Update/43/Miami_Fashion_Week_Foundation_Inc_Hosts_Another_Successful_Event_at_Mondrian_in_South_Beach.htmlhttp://www.miamifashionweek.com/Update/43/Miami_Fashion_Week_Foundation_Inc_Hosts_Another_Successful_Event_at_Mondrian_in_South_Beach.htmlTiffany & Co and Miami Beach International Fashion Week Raise Funds for Emerging Designers MIAMI - January 31, 2011- Sobol- Perry Fashion Productions, Inc hosted their 2nd Annual Humanitarian Awards and official kickoff party to the Miami Beach International Fashion Week last night. Ten of South Florida's well recognized philanthropic individuals were honored with the nominee of a humanitarian award presented by television and radio celebrities Brian Andrews and Ileana Garcia. Some of the nominees included Vincent Castro, Jackie Nespral, Maria Elena Salinas, and Manuel Machado. Sponsored by Tiffany & Co, the event at Mondrian in South Beach benefitted the Miami Fashion Week Foundation Inc., and was co-sponsored by Moroccan Oil. Models paraded around the poolside event wearing designs by such artists as Julian Chang, Viviana G, Nicolas Felizola, Zula Khramov, Cesar Rosario, Kimberly Hendrix and Somy Ali. In order to raise funds for the non for profit organization there were two silent auction lounges that had Miami's finest bidding on items such as a signed Dwayne Wade Miami Heat jersey and fine jewelry provided by Tiffany & Co. All proceeds generated from last night's event will go toward Miami Fashion Week Foundation, Inc. Miami Fashion Week Foundation, Inc. is a 501(c) (3) independent and not- for- profit organization that strives on generating funds for charitable and philanthropic initiatives. The goal of the foundation is to provide scholarships to the winners of the Miami Beach International Fashion Week competitions so that they may have the opportunity to thrive in their efforts in becoming professionals within the fashion industry. Throughout the year, the foundation hosts a variety of events to help raise the funds for these emerging designers and students studying fashion design, jewelry making, photography and graphic arts. The foundation will announce the winner for the scholarship at the opening night press conference of the Miami Beach International Fashion Week, March 3. "We could not have asked for a better backdrop for last night's event," says Beth Sobol president and executive producer of Sobol-Perry Fashion Productions Inc. "Designers and attendees arrived from all over the world for the event. It was truly remarkable to see everyone come together and help raise funds for this charitable cause." About Miami Beach International Fashion Week: Beth Sobol, President of Sobol – Perry Fashion Productions, Inc., founded Miami Beach Fashion Week® in 1999 following a successful career as an international fashion model. She has worked with some of the fashion world's most influential designers and producers and launched Miami Fashion Week to provide a platform for designers from Latin America to gain international exposure. During the past 12 years, MBIFW has evolved into one of the world's premier fashion events spotlighting designers from Europe, USA and Canada, the Caribbean, Middle East and Asia as well as the largest showcase of Latin American design talent in the United States. For more information visit www.miamifashionweek.com About Miami Fashion Week Foundation, Inc: The Miami Fashion Week Foundation, Inc, is a 501(c ) (3) independent, not for profit organization formed as the entity to generate funds and accept corporate and private contributions for charitable and philanthropic initiatives. Operating year-round, the foundation hosts a variety of fundraising events to raise scholarship funds that benefit the emerging designers and students studying fashion design, fashion photography, film and graphic arts involved with the Miami International Fashion Week competitions. Among other exciting prizes including mentoring and study abroad programs, the competition winners will receive a cash prize from MFWF scholarship fund as part of their award. About Tiffany & CO: TIFFANY & CO. operates jewelry and specialty retail stores and manufactures products through its subsidiary corporations. Its principal subsidiary is Tiffany and Company. The Company operates TIFFANY & CO. retail stores and boutiques in the Americas, Asia-Pacific and Europe and engages in direct selling through Internet, catalogue and business gift operations. For additional information, please visit tiffany.com. or call Tiffany & Co. Village of Merrick Park: 305.529.4390 or Tiffany & Co. Bal Harbour Shops: 305.864.1801. About Mondrian in South Beach: Mondrian in South Beach: Mondrian in South Beach, Morgans Hotel Group's third property in South Beach, designed by Marcel Wanders as Sleeping Beauty's castle, invites residents and guests to live within a modern fantasy. The property features Morgans' world-renowned agua spa, Jeffrey Chodorow's Asia de Cuba, Sunset Lounge. Mondrian is located in SoBe's West Ave and offers ownership in a waterfront property with private, VIP boat access to Biscayne Bay and breathtaking views of downtown Miami. The property features 335 hotel residences of studios, one-and two-bedroom residences, and four tower suites. Mondrian also features a newly opened fully functional Marina. 1100 West Avenue, Miami Beach, FL |305.514.4955 | www.mondrian-miami.com MEDIA CONTACT: Rachel Levy Levy Communications 305.592.5389 X 103 O 305.592.9443 F rachel@levyad.comWed, 31 Dec 1969 17:00:00 -0700http://www.miamifashionweek.com/Update/42/Miami_Beach_International_Fashion_Week_Kicks_off_with_the_Second_Annual_Humanitarian_Awards.htmlhttp://www.miamifashionweek.com/Update/42/Miami_Beach_International_Fashion_Week_Kicks_off_with_the_Second_Annual_Humanitarian_Awards.htmlTiffany & Co and Mondrian in South Beach help raise funds for Miami Fashion Week Foundation, Inc. MIAMI- January 19, 2011- Miami Beach International Fashion Week will kick off on January 27 with its Second Annual Humanitarian Awards event at Mondrian in South Beach. Ten of South Florida's most philanthropic members in the community will be honored with the nominee of a humanitarian award. Sponsored by Tiffany & Co, the event benefitting the Miami Fashion Week Foundation, Inc. is co-sponsored by Moroccan Oil. Celebrity disc jockey Mr. Sandman, will be spinning for this memorable event. Television and radio celebrities Brian Andrews and Ileana Garcia will host the event along with Miami's top fashion designers and celebrity guests. The Miami Fashion Week Foundation, Inc. is a 501(c) (3) independent and not- for- profit organization that strives on generating funds for charitable and philanthropic initiatives. The goal of the foundation is to provide scholarships to the winners of the Miami Beach International Fashion Week competitions so that they may have the opportunity to thrive in their efforts in becoming professional within the fashion industry. Throughout the year, the foundation hosts a variety of events to help raise the funds for these emerging designers and students studying fashion design, jewelry making, photography and graphic arts. The foundation announces the winner for the scholarship at the opening night press conference of the Miami Beach International Fashion Week, March 3. Since 1837, Tiffany & Co has been the world's premier luxury brand in jewelry with global recognition in their specialty retail stores. The elite line of jewelry and fine accessories defines the Tiffany legacy through design and social responsibility. Their fashion is defined by innovative designers and glamorous collections. "At Tiffany & Co. we feel it is very important for individuals to invest their time and efforts for the greater good and betterment of our community," says Henry Gonzalez, group director of Miami and Naples. "We also realize and take pride in our responsibility as a corporation to practice the same principles. It is our pleasure to do both and support Miami Fashion Week Foundation's cause to promote excellence in fashion, while recognizing this year's honorees with a token of appreciation for their commitment towards the overall well-being of our society." This year's event will take place at the Mondrian in South Beach. The beautiful bay front hotel features Morgans' world-renowned agua spa, Jeffrey Chodorow's Asia de Cuba, and the famed Sunset Lounge. With Stunning views of downtown and the finest bay front location in South beach, Mondrian offers the perfect setting to host the Humanitarian Awards. "We are pleased to have our 2nd Annual Humanitarian Awards event at Mondrian in South Beach" says Beth Sobol, president and executive producer of Miami Beach International Fashion Week. "Alongside Tiffany and Co and Moroccanoil, we strive to raise funds for the foundation and for those young minds eager to emerge in fashion design and related fields within the industry." About Miami Beach International Fashion Week: Beth Sobol, President of Sobol – Perry Fashion Productions, Inc., founded Miami Beach Fashion Week® in 1999 following a successful career as an international fashion model. She has worked with some of the fashion world's most influential designers and producers and launched Miami Fashion Week to provide a platform for designers from Latin America to gain international exposure. During the past 12 years, MBIFW has evolved into one of the world's premier fashion events spotlighting designers from Europe, USA and Canada, the Caribbean, Middle East and Asia as well as the largest showcase of Latin American design talent in the United States. For more information visit www.miamifashionweek.com About Miami Fashion Week Foundation, Inc: The Miami Fashion Week Foundation, Inc, is a 501(c ) (3) independent, not for profit organization formed as the entity to generate funds and accept corporate and private contributions for charitable and philanthropic initiatives. Operating year-round, the foundation hosts a variety of fundraising events to raise scholarship funds that benefit the emerging designers and students studying fashion design, fashion photography, film and graphic arts involved with the Miami International Fashion Week competitions. Among other exciting prizes including mentoring and study abroad programs, the competition winners will receive a cash prize from MFWF scholarship fund as part of their award. About Tiffany & CO: TIFFANY & CO. operates jewelry and specialty retail stores and manufactures products through its subsidiary corporations. Its principal subsidiary is Tiffany and Company. The Company operates TIFFANY & CO. retail stores and boutiques in the Americas, Asia-Pacific and Europe and engages in direct selling through Internet, catalogue and business gift operations. For additional information, please visit tiffany.com. or call Tiffany & Co. Village of Merrick Park: 305.529.4390 or Tiffany & Co. Bal Harbour Shops: 305.864.1801. About Mondrian in South Beach: Mondrian in South Beach: Mondrian in South Beach, Morgans Hotel Group's third property in South Beach, designed by Marcel Wanders as Sleeping Beauty's castle, invites residents and guests to live within a modern fantasy. The property features Morgans' world-renowned agua spa, Jeffrey Chodorow's Asia de Cuba, Sunset Lounge. Mondrian is located in SoBe's West Ave and offers ownership in a waterfront property with private, VIP boat access to Biscayne Bay and breathtaking views of downtown Miami. The property features 335 hotel residences of studios, one-and two-bedroom residences, and four tower suites. Mondrian also features a newly opened fully functional Marina. 1100 West Avenue, Miami Beach, FL |305.514.4955 | www.mondrian-miami.com MEDIA CONTACT: Rachel Levy Levy Communications 305.592.5389 X 103 O 305.592.9443 F rachel@levyad.comWed, 31 Dec 1969 17:00:00 -0700http://www.miamifashionweek.com/Update/40/MIAMI_BEACH_INTERNATIONAL_FASHION_WEEK_S_BETH_SOBOL_NAMED_A_MOVER_AND_SHAKER_BY_SOUTH_FLORIDA_BUSINESS_LEADER_MAGAZINE.htmlhttp://www.miamifashionweek.com/Update/40/MIAMI_BEACH_INTERNATIONAL_FASHION_WEEK_S_BETH_SOBOL_NAMED_A_MOVER_AND_SHAKER_BY_SOUTH_FLORIDA_BUSINESS_LEADER_MAGAZINE.htmlSobol Listed Among Several Prominent CEOs and Executives MIAMI – December 15, 2010 – Beth Sobol, President of Miami Beach Internal Fashion Week, has been named a 2011 Mover and Shaker by South Florida Business Leader Magazine. Sobol and the other designees will be honored at a ceremony January 13, 2011 and will be featured in the January issue of Business Leader magazine. The Movers & Shakers Awards recognize up-and-coming business leaders in South Florida. Nominees must be either rising leaders within companies with more than 100 employees or executives leading rising companies with fewer than 100 employees. This year's Movers & Shakers were chosen from a record number of nominations the editors said. Sobol has earned several distinguished honors in 2010. She received the Greater Miami Chamber of Commerce's "Entrepreneur of the Year Award;" a World Trade Center Miami International Women's Day Award; and a Miami Today Gold Medal Award. She was also named an influential leader in international business by Florida Trend magazine. As an international fashion model for many of the world's top fashion houses in the U.S., Europe, South America and Far East, and a fashion show producer for over 25 years, Sobol's experience and dedication to producing highly professional fashion shows and special events is unsurpassed. During the past several years, Sobol has become most notable for her concept, development and implementation of the newly rebranded Miami Beach International Fashion Week™. Miami Beach International Fashion Week™, which initially presented the latest collections of designers from Latin America, has grown to include designers from North and Central America, Europe, the Middle East, Canada, Asia and the Caribbean, and has garnered international attention within both the fashion and corporate worlds, securing sponsorships from major multi-national companies and media partners from around the world. Now in it's 13th year, fashion week has grown significantly and contributes more than $10 million to the South Florida economy annually. In 2010 fashion week attracted 58 designers from 22 countries. Presented by Moroccanoil, the 2011 Miami Beach International Fashion Week will take place at the Miami Beach Convention Center March 3-6. Sobol has worked with many of the industry's most influential designers and producers and has developed both professional and personal relationships worldwide. Her clients include local, international and major U.S. fashion designers, international special event production companies, charity and fund raising groups, foundations, national fashion associations, international fashion councils, international designer salons, fashion magazines, public relations companies, trade show management companies, shopping malls, national department stores, art galleries and private educational institutions. Every year Sobol travels the globe as a guest speaker and judge at many of the world's emerging fashion weeks bringing her knowledge of the international industry directly to the designers and event organizers. About Moroccan Oil Moroccanoil, the originator and category leader of luxury professional argan oil-infused styling, finishing and conditioning products for hair, has become a runaway hit among fashion and beauty insiders and has generated a cult following among editorial, fashion, celebrity, film and television stylists as well as their celebrity clients. Moroccanoil's argan oil is harvested under a free trade program, which provides substantial socio-economic support to thousands of families in the Southern region of Morocco. Revenue from this project provides income to families and helps improve the working conditions of rural women. Moroccanoil products are found in fine salons nationally and internationally. Consumers can find the nearest salon by visiting www.moroccanoil.com About Miami Beach International Fashion Week Beth Sobol, President of Sobol Fashion Productions, Inc., founded Miami Beach Fashion Week® in 1999 following a successful career as an international fashion model. She has worked with some of the fashion world's most influential designers and producers and launched Miami Fashion Week to provide a platform for designers from Latin America to gain international exposure. During the past 12 years, MBIFW has evolved into one of the world's premier fashion events spotlighting designers from Europe, USA and Canada, the Caribbean, Middle East and Asia as well as the largest showcase of Latin American design talent in the United States. For more information visit: www.miamifashionweek.com About The Miami Fashion Week Foundation The Miami Fashion Week Foundation, Inc. is a § 501(c)(3) independent, not-for-profit organization formed as the entity to generate funds and accept corporate and private contributions for charitable and philanthropic initiatives. Operating year-round, the foundation hosts a variety of fundraisers to raise scholarship funds that benefit the emerging designers and students studying fashion design, fashion photography, film and graphic arts involved with the Miami Beach International Fashion Week™ competitions. Among other exciting prizes including mentoring and study abroad programs, the competition winners will receive a cash prize from the MBIFW Scholarship Fund as part of their award.Wed, 31 Dec 1969 17:00:00 -0700http://www.miamifashionweek.com/Update/39/The_Miami_Style_Awards_Marks_the_Return_of_International_Fashion_Week_to_Miami_Beach.htmlhttp://www.miamifashionweek.com/Update/39/The_Miami_Style_Awards_Marks_the_Return_of_International_Fashion_Week_to_Miami_Beach.htmlEnchanting Affair Benefitting Miami Fashion Week Foundation Also Honored Five Legendary Women The inaugural Miami Style Awards at the W South Beach was as memorable as it was elegant as guests honored five exceptional South Florida women and were thrilled to learn Miami International Fashion Week would be returning to the beach in 2011 and be rebranded as “Miami Beach International Fashion Week (MBIFW).” Organizers for the largest Latin American and international fashion production in the U.S. that draws innovative designers from around the world said the production will take place at the Miami Beach Convention Center March 3 - 6, 2011. “Last year we had more than 58 international designers from 22 countries throughout Latin America, the Caribbean, India, the Philippines, Sri Lanka, Pakistan, Lebanon, Europe unveil their latest collections in women’s evening wear, prêt-a-porter, swimwear, men’s wear, jewelry and accessories,” said founder and President Beth Sobol of Sobol Fashion Productions. “Overall, it’s estimated that Fashion Week contributes about $14 million annually to the local economy as participants spend money on hotels, restaurants, entertainment, and transportation.” “We are thrilled to welcome the Miami Beach International Fashion Week back to the island and the Miami Beach Convention Center,” said Bob Balsam, Global Spectrum’s General Manager at the Miami Beach Convention Center. “Our venue and Miami Beach’s international flair make it the perfect host location for an event of this caliber and prestige. We are confident this is the beginning of a very successful and long-term partnership with the MBIFW.” During the Miami Style Awards, the five honorees chosen for their grace and elegance as well as their extraordinary community service were socialites and philanthropists Lea Black, Abigail Pollak, and Alexia Echevarria; renowned shoe designer Lisa Pliner; and successful beauty and fashion entrepreneur Loren Ridinger. Later in the evening, Grammywinning singer, producer and composer Albita took the stage for an amazing performance. “It was an incredible evening” said Jason Loeb, Chairman of the Board of the Miami Beach Chamber of Commerce. “We are very proud that Beth has decided to bring this world-class event back to Miami Beach”. Co-hosted by celebrated fashion designer Julian Chang and MIFW Founder & President Beth Sobol, the event was a spectacular evening of fashion, food, music, and cocktails benefiting the MFW Foundation. Celebrity emcee Elaine Lancaster co-hosted with Brian Andrews, former WSVN and WFOR anchor and Director of English News at RCN TV Colombia, and Ileana Garcia, host of Alfombra Roja on Romancé Radio. The clothing designers who presented collections during the Miami Style Awards were Julian Chang, Nicolas Felizola, Viviana G for Petit Pois, Andres Vieira for Sewing Souls, Zebra, Erin Healy and Luca Luca. The jewelry and accessories designers included Amaloa Art to Wear, Shannon Saint Clair, Ankora Jewelry, Musa Jewelry, Charles Albert Jewelry, Cyclus, and Zunco Accessories. Tiffany & Co., W Hotel South Beach, Morracanoil, The Miami Institute for Age Management & Intervention, Barefoot Wines & Bubbly, Cravings Magazine, Laser Cosmetica, and the Capponi Group were sponsors for the event. Solea restaurant provided catering with music by DJ Frank Delour. Click Here to Read the Full ArticleWed, 31 Dec 1969 17:00:00 -0700http://www.miamifashionweek.com/Update/38/Miami_International_Fashion_Week_Returns_To_Miami_Beach_in_2011_Expected_Attract_Fashion_Elite_From_Around_the_World.htmlhttp://www.miamifashionweek.com/Update/38/Miami_International_Fashion_Week_Returns_To_Miami_Beach_in_2011_Expected_Attract_Fashion_Elite_From_Around_the_World.htmlAnnual World-Class Affair Featuring a Series of Fashion Shows and Special Events Will Be Rebranded Miami Beach International Fashion Week MIAMI BEACH, Fla. – October 7, 2010 – Organizers for Miami International Fashion Week™ (MIFW), the largest Latin American and international fashion event in the U.S., announced today that the annual event will return to Miami Beach in 2011 and will be rebranded as "Miami Beach International Fashion Week (MBIFW)." The stellar production drawing innovative designers from around the world is scheduled to take place at the Miami Beach Convention Center March 3 – 6, 2011. Since leaving Miami Beach in 2006, the annual event has grown significantly in its global reach and has earned an influential role in South Florida’s garment, tourism, international business, and hospitality industries. "During the 2010 shows at the Shops at Midtown Miami, we had more than 58 international designers from 22 countries throughout Latin America, the Caribbean, India, the Philippines, Sri Lanka, Pakistan, Lebanon, Europe who unveiled their latest collections in women's evening wear, prêt-a-porter, swimwear, men's wear, jewelry and accessories," said founder and President Beth Sobol. "Overall, it’s estimated that Fashion Week contributes about $14 million annually to the local economy as participants spend money on hotels, restaurants, entertainment, and transportation." MBIFW will continue several of it’s trademark events such as the exciting Miami Moda & Music Awards® show that takes place on the final night and presents honors and awards to pioneering designers and features live performances from electrifying recording stars. "We are thrilled and excited" Bob Balsam, General Manager. "We anticipate that MBIFW will the best ever. The Convention Center is and amazing facility. Handle huge productions like fashion week." – add something here about the space and transforming into a elegant atmosphere for sophisticated productions like fashion week. About Miami Fashion Week Beth Sobol, President of Sobol Fashion Productions, Inc., founded Miami Fashion Week® in 1999 following a successful career as an international fashion model. She has worked with some of the fashion world’s most influential designers and producers and launched Miami Fashion Week to provide a platform for designers from Latin America to gain international exposure. During the past 12 years, MFW has evolved into one of the world’s premier fashion events spotlighting designers from Europe, USA and Canada, the Caribbean, Middle East and Asia as well as the largest showcase of Latin American design talent in the United States. About The Miami Fashion Week Foundation The Miami Fashion Week Foundation, Inc. is a § 501(c)(3) independent, not-for-profit organization formed as the entity to generate funds and accept corporate and private contributions for charitable and philanthropic initiatives. Operating year-round, the foundation hosts a variety of fundraising events to raise scholarship funds that benefit the emerging designers and students studying fashion design, fashion photography, film and graphic arts involved with the Miami International Fashion Week™ competitions. Among other exciting prizes including mentoring and study abroad programs, the competition winners will receive a cash prize from the MFWF Scholarship Fund as part of their award. © 2010 Miami International Fashion Week, Inc. All rights reserved. Miami International Fashion Week™ is a trademark of Miami International Fashion Week, Inc. Miami Fashion Week® and Sobol Fashion Productions® are registered trademarks of Sobol Fashion Productions, Inc.Sat, 10 Jul 2010 00:00:00 -0700http://www.miamifashionweek.com/Update/37/Miami_Style_Awards_Presents_Grammy-Winning_Singer-Songwriter_Albita.htmlhttp://www.miamifashionweek.com/Update/37/Miami_Style_Awards_Presents_Grammy-Winning_Singer-Songwriter_Albita.htmlMIAMI STYLE AWARDS TO DAZZLE FASHIONISTAS AND TRENDSETTERS WITH HONORS FOR FIVE EXTRAORDINARY WOMEN AND A PERFORMANCE BY A MUSICAL LEGEND Fundraiser for the Miami Fashion Week Foundation to Include Appearances by Grammy-Winning Singer-Songwriter Albita and the Cast of "Real Housewives of Miami" MIAMI – September 30, 2010 – South Florida’s top fashion designers and industry professionals will honor five outstanding South Florida women during the inaugural Miami Style Awards at the W South Beach in Miami Beach, 2201 Collins Avenue, October 7 at 7:00 p.m. The honorees chosen for their personal style as well as their extraordinary community service are “Real Housewives of Miami” stars Lea Black and Alexia Echeverria; renowned shoe designer Lisa Pliner; social and political activist Abigail Pollak; and successful beauty and fashion entrepreneur Loren Ridinger. Later in the evening, Grammy-winning singer, producer and composer Albita will take the stage for an amazing performance. Co-hosted by celebrated fashion designer Julian Chang and Miami International Fashion Week™ (MIFW) Founder & President Beth Sobol, the event will be a spectacular evening of fashion, food, music, and cocktails benefiting the MFW Foundation. Celebrity emcee and “Real Housewives of Miami” star Elaine Lancaster will co-host with Brian Andrews, former WSVN and WFOR anchor and Director of English News at RCN TV Colombia, and Ileana Garcia, host of Alfombra Roja on Romancé Radio. The evening will include presentations by Miami's top fashion designers, jewelry & accessories designers’ trunk show, top models, and a wonderful silent auction. Tiffany & Co., W South Beach, Morracanoil, The Miami Institute for Age Management & Intervention, Barefoot Wines & Bubbly, Cravings Magazine, Laser Cosmetica, and the Capponi Group are sponsors for the event. Solea restaurant will provide catering with music by DJ Frank Delour. TICKETS: $75; purchase online at: http://www.miamifashionweek.com/SpecialEvents (954) 476-5761 MEDIA RSVP: CJ&A PR at rsvp@cjonespr.com The 2011 Miami International Week is scheduled for March 3-6, 2011. About Miami Fashion Week Foundation: The Miami Fashion Week Foundation, Inc. is a 501(c)(3) independent, not-for-profit organization that provides scholarships benefitting emerging designers and students studying fashion design, fashion photography, jewelry making and graphic arts who are the winners of the Miami International Fashion Week™ competitions. The competition winners are announced on the closing night at the Miami Moda & Music Awards®. Inquires on donations and additional information should be emailed to info@miamifashionweek.com.Wed, 31 Dec 1969 17:00:00 -0700http://www.miamifashionweek.com/Update/36/Miami_International_Fashion_Week_Announces_New_Dates.htmlhttp://www.miamifashionweek.com/Update/36/Miami_International_Fashion_Week_Announces_New_Dates.htmlMiami International Fashion Week announces new dates March 3 - 6, 2011 Stay tuned for more exciting news!Sat, 09 Oct 2010 00:00:00 -0700http://www.miamifashionweek.com/Update/35/MIFW_2011_Competitions_Now_Open.htmlhttp://www.miamifashionweek.com/Update/35/MIFW_2011_Competitions_Now_Open.htmlAll of the competitions are now open. Please follow the links below for details. 2011 International Student Designer Competition 2011 Emerging Designer Competition 2011 Jewelry Designer Competition 2011 Student Fashion Photography Competition 2011 Graphic Artist Poster CompetitionMon, 08 Mar 2010 00:00:00 -0700http://www.miamifashionweek.com/Update/33/Beth_Sobol_receives_prestigious_award.htmlhttp://www.miamifashionweek.com/Update/33/Beth_Sobol_receives_prestigious_award.htmlBeth Sobol received the 2010 Gold Medal Award from Miami Today at a dinner gala at the conrad Hotel in Miami.Tue, 05 Oct 2010 00:00:00 -0700http://www.miamifashionweek.com/Update/34/Miami_Mayor_to_Declare_Miami_International_Fashion_Week_As_The_Official_Fashion_Week_for_City_Of_Miami.htmlhttp://www.miamifashionweek.com/Update/34/Miami_Mayor_to_Declare_Miami_International_Fashion_Week_As_The_Official_Fashion_Week_for_City_Of_Miami.htmlFounder and President Beth Sobol To Receive Honor at March 18 Press Conference MIAMI - March 4, 2010 - City of Miami Mayor Tomas Regalado will declare Miami International Fashion Week™, the largest Latin American and international fashion event in the U.S., as the official fashion week for Miami during a press conference on March 18. Mayor Regalado will present the proclamation to MIFW Founder and President Beth Sobol. “We are thrilled to have achieved this recognition from Mayor Regalado,” said Sobol who recently received a 2010 International Women’s Day Award from the World Trade Center and a 2009 Entrepreneur of the Year from the Greater Miami Chamber of Commerce. “Miami International Fashion Week has been elevating the work of amazing local and international designers for 12 years. We have grown steadily over time to be viewed as the premier fashion week for foreign designers entering the U.S. market and emerging designers seeking international exposure.” Sponsored by Wellaflex and Stella Artois, the 12th annual Miami International Fashion Week™ will take place March 18 – 21 at the Shops at Midtown, North Miami Avenue and NE 34th Street, in Miami's trendy Wynwood Art District. More than 60 international designers from throughout Latin America, the Caribbean, India, the Philippines, Sri Lanka, Pakistan, Lebanon, Europe will reveal their latest collections in women's evening wear, prêt-a-porter, swimwear, men's wear, jewelry and accessories. Among the many highlights, Special Guest Designer Silvia Tcherassi will receive the 1st annual Victoria Puig de Lange International Style Award, and designer Jad Ghandour from Lebanon will unveil the ultimate dress, a stunning work-of-art consisting of diamonds and 18-K gold valued at $1.5 million. The International Culinary Arts Pavilion sponsored by Whole Foods Market, A Joy Wallace Catering and Johnson & Wales University will feature a different celebrity chef each night who will prepare a tasting menu based on the countries the designers are showing from that evening. Each course will be accompanied with a different wine paring to further compliment the dish. More than 500 international members of the media register each year for the event including CNN en Español, Fashion TV, Gulf News and The New York Times as well as over 400 buyers from around the world. Miami International Fashion Week is presented with the support of the Miami-Dade County Department of Cultural Affairs and the Cultural Affairs Council, the Miami-Dade County Mayor and Board of County Commissioners. About Miami Fashion Week Beth Sobol, President of Sobol Fashion Productions, Inc., founded Miami Fashion Week® in 1999 following a successful career as an international fashion model. She has worked with some of the fashion world’s most influential designers and producers and launched Miami Fashion Week to provide a platform for designers from Latin America to gain international exposure. During the past 12 years, MFW has evolved into one of the world’s premier fashion events spotlighting designers from Europe, USA and Canada, the Caribbean, Middle East and Asia as well as the largest showcase of Latin American design talent in the United States. About The Miami Fashion Week Foundation The Miami Fashion Week Foundation, Inc. is a § 501(c)(3) independent, not-for-profit organization formed as the entity to generate funds and accept corporate and private contributions for charitable and philanthropic initiatives. Operating year-round, the foundation hosts a variety of fundraising events to raise scholarship funds that benefit the emerging designers and students studying fashion design, fashion photography, film and graphic arts involved with the Miami International Fashion Week™ competitions. Among other exciting prizes including mentoring and study abroad programs, the competition winners will receive a cash prize from the MFWF Scholarship Fund as part of their award. © 2010 Miami International Fashion Week, Inc. All rights reserved. Miami International Fashion Week™ is a trademark of Miami International Fashion Week, Inc. Miami Fashion Week® and Sobol Fashion Productions® are registered trademarks of Sobol Fashion Productions, Inc.Sat, 03 Apr 2010 00:00:00 -0700http://www.miamifashionweek.com/Update/32/Silvia_Tcherassi_Announced_as_the_2010_Special_Guest_Designer.htmlhttp://www.miamifashionweek.com/Update/32/Silvia_Tcherassi_Announced_as_the_2010_Special_Guest_Designer.html12th Annual Miami International Fashion Week March 18 – 21, 2010 Midtown Miami, Wynwood Art District MIAMI INTERNATIONAL FASHION WEEK SHOWCASES TOP GLOBAL DESIGNERS, ENTERTAINERS and CELEBRITY CHEFS Silvia Tcherassi Announced as the 2010 Special Guest Designer Tickets and VIP Corporate Packages On Sale Now February 18, 2010, Miami FL - Miami International Fashion Week, the largest Latin American and international fashion event in the U.S., will celebrate its 12th annual event March 18-21, 2010 with the hottest fashions from around the globe strutting down the runway. World-renowned designers, entertainers and chefs will dazzle international jet-setters, celebrities and fashionistas attending this year’s non-stop celebration of events. More than 60 international designers will reveal their latest collections in women's evening wear, prêt-a-porter, swimwear, men's wear, jewelry and accessories. They are flying in their collections from throughout Latin America, the Caribbean, India, the Philippines, Sri Lanka, Pakistan, Lebanon, Europe and beyond. The Miami International Fashion Week 2010 special guest designer is Silvia Tcherassi, one of the most creative, innovative and versatile young personalities in the world of fashion. Tcherassi has shown her prêt-a-porter collections as a special guest at the Fashion Weeks in Milan and Paris. Her unique style has been defined as having the delicateness of a ballet dancer and the strength of a rock star and was the 2001 New Star in Fashion award recipient at Miami International Fashion Week. This year Miami International Fashion Week will take place in new location at Midtown Miami in the trendy Wynwood Art District. This exciting new venue will host a line-up of glamorous fashion shows, jewelry and accessories marketplace, international chef’s pavilion, VIP sponsor lounges and multiple fashion and art displays. Back by popular demand is the International Culinary Arts Pavilion a spectacular new feature introduced and highly acclaimed at last year’s successful event. Guests will savor delicacies prepared by a different celebrity chef each night, bringing to life the culinary culture of the countries represented by the international fashion designers showcased on the runway. The International Culinary Arts Pavilion is presented by Stella Artois, Whole Foods Market, A Joy Wallace Catering and Johnson & Wales University. The star-studded Miami Moda & Music Awards® will cap off MIFW with a fanfare of fashion and entertainment including celebrity Emcees and international recording artists. General tickets and VIP corporate ticket packages are on sale at www.miamifashionweek.com/tickets. Tickets are $25 - $35 per fashion show. Culinary Arts Pavilion admission is $25 each night. For more details about Miami International Fashion Week, visit www.miamifashionweek.com. With the support of the Miami-Dade County Department of Cultural Affairs and the Cultural Affairs Council, the Miami-Dade County Mayor and Board of County Commissioners. Click Here to purchase tickets online Media contacts: Charles Jones, Dianne Weber Tel: 786-454-9835 / Fax: 786-363-6415 Email: cjones@cjonespr.com About Miami Fashion Week Beth Sobol, President of Sobol Fashion Productions, Inc., founded Miami Fashion Week® in 1999 following a successful career as an international fashion model. She has worked with some of the fashion world’s most influential designers and producers and launched Miami Fashion Week to provide a platform for designers from Latin America to gain international exposure. During the past 12 years, MFW has evolved into one of the world’s premier fashion events spotlighting designers from Europe, USA and Canada, the Caribbean, Middle East and Asia as well as the largest showcase of Latin American design talent in the United States. About The Miami Fashion Week Foundation The Miami Fashion Week Foundation, Inc. is a § 501(c)(3) independent, not-for-profit organization formed as the entity to generate funds and accept corporate and private contributions for charitable and philanthropic initiatives. Operating year-round, the foundation hosts a variety of fundraising events to raise scholarship funds that benefit the emerging designers and students studying fashion design, fashion photography, film and graphic arts involved with the Miami International Fashion Week™ competitions. Among other exciting prizes including mentoring and study abroad programs, the competition winners will receive a cash prize from the MFWF Scholarship Fund as part of their award. © 2010 Miami International Fashion Week, Inc. All rights reserved. Miami International Fashion Week™ is a trademark of Miami International Fashion Week, Inc. Miami Fashion Week® and Sobol Fashion Productions® are registered trademarks of Sobol Fashion Productions, Inc.Wed, 31 Dec 1969 17:00:00 -0700http://www.miamifashionweek.com/Update/29/International_Student_Designer_Competition_Finalists_Announced.htmlhttp://www.miamifashionweek.com/Update/29/International_Student_Designer_Competition_Finalists_Announced.htmlRye Yi Lee Fashion Institute of Design and Merchandising Los Angeles / USA Jungeun EOM Ecole Superieur de la Mode France Ramona Rusu University of Arts and Design Romania Ima Ima by Fatima Mohammed University of Ajman, United Arab Emirates Nhoc Nho Anh Raffles International College VietnamWed, 31 Dec 1969 17:00:00 -0700http://www.miamifashionweek.com/Update/30/Emerging_Designer_Competition_Finalists_Announced.htmlhttp://www.miamifashionweek.com/Update/30/Emerging_Designer_Competition_Finalists_Announced.htmlErin Healy Florida / USA Auga Negran Spain Prashant Sudha IndiaWed, 31 Dec 1969 17:00:00 -0700http://www.miamifashionweek.com/Update/31/Student_Fashion_Photography_Competition_Winner_Announced.htmlhttp://www.miamifashionweek.com/Update/31/Student_Fashion_Photography_Competition_Winner_Announced.htmlEmily Marie Itchen College England Wed, 31 Dec 1969 17:00:00 -0700