Style marked the official start of spring this week in the 305. The latest trends filled the Miami Beach Convention Center this week at The Show Miami, the city’s first social fashion fair and trade show, from March 17-19.
Over 100 international brands, including some from within the U.S., were featured throughout the three-day event that was open to both buyers and the public.
Co-founded by Katarina Hansell Bakic, the event aims to bring together the fashion community in an inclusive space with opportunities for networking, promotion, entertainment and education.
“We believe that there’s so much interaction with brands and their influencers and the public in general,” explained Hansell Bakic. “So this gives an opportunity for brands to do the business to business part but also direct to consumer and work on their marketing and PR.”
Designers exhibited their works, ranging from streetwear to sportswear — a mirror image of the eclectic lifestyle that Miami is known for.
“I call myself a visual engineer,” said Rio Sirah, designer of the Lé Gang brand, whose booth was set up with an interactive art wall. “You know, I bring the unseen into the seen, so I do this in fashion, art, canvas, body paint and murals.”
Fan favorite cars from the ’80s cop drama Miami Vice also made an appearance, paying homage to the show’s signature style that trademarked the city.
Vendors and attendees were also in for a surprise when four-time heavyweight boxing champion Evander Holyfield stopped by.
Between the clothes, the cars, and the connections, The Show Miami’s three-day schedule was jam-packed with unforgettable experiences for Miami’s fashion community.
The Show Miami will return this year from September 2-4. To learn more, click here.
