by MIKE CHAIKEN CTFashionMag.com The bright blue waters of South Beach, Miami were calling model Aspen Brown and her bright blue swimsuit from Falln. PHOTOS by MIKE CHAIKEN
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Miami style adventures
by MIKE CHAIKEN CTFashionMag.com Teen model Bella Basque talks about her time doing makeup in Miami and her future as an agency-signed model. She is seen here in a fashion editorial on South Beach. Her swimwear is from Bikini Beach Australia. PHOTOS by MIKE CHAIKEN
Continue readingShine like KK Swimwear in Miami
by MIKE CHAIKEN CTFashionMag.com Glitter and sparkles were the key ingredients for the athletic wear influenced collection of teen and youth swimwear shared by KK Swimwear at Society Swim Week in Miami on July 16. PHOTOS by MIKE CHAIKEN
Continue readingBond, James Bond: Love that swimsuit
by MIKE CHAIKEN CTFashionMag.com The swimsuit line from NashBeach rocked a 1970s vibe at Art Hearts Fashion Miami Fashion Swim Week in July. From silhouettes to fabric choices, the line evoked Bond girls and “Charlie Angels,” right down to the poses taken by the models at the end of the
Continue readingPoolside with Trivera
by MIKE CHAIKEN CTFashionMag.com Grab that fruity cocktail, slip onto that lounge chair by the pool, and choose a side from the beef between Nicki Minaj and Cardi B in your Air Pods. And when you slide out of your seat and walk along the edge of the water for
Continue readingLet’s be clear, De Vesi bags are cute
by MIKE CHAIKEN CTFashionMag.com A recent news story from Ireland reported that when pop star Ariana Grande came to Dublin, fans going to the show had to follow several rules for the sake of security. Among the items was that fans could only bring clear bags into the arena. A
Continue readingGYV Me Body, give me the body positive attitude
by MIKE CHAIKEN CTFashionMag.com At Society Fashion Week during Miami Swim Week, GYV Me Body offered diverse body positive swimwear on the runway at the Nautilus on Collins Avenue. There were sexy suits that showed a lot of skin for the daring woman. There were more lux suits that offered
Continue readingWhat does the summer hold for swimwear?
by MIKE CHAIKEN CTFashionMag.com In Connecticut, Memorial Day weekend marks the opening day for many of the state-operated beaches. And beach weather means it is swimsuit season. If you’re looking to retire last season’s suits, Connecticut style experts said one-pieces, ruffles, and bright colors are sure to be seen on
Continue readingGetting chic with Hale Bob
by MIKE CHAIKEN CTFashionMag.com Hale Bob’s latest resort collection presented on the runway at Art Hearts Fashion in Miami July 12 was the epitome of luxe. With its mixture of intriguing patterns and solids, the collection of coverups and swimsuits from the Los Angeles-based brand seemed perfect for vacation getaways
Continue readingMark Ronson, Miguel, 50 Cent perform at Art Basel parties
By KELLI KENNEDY Associated Press MIAMI BEACH, Fla. (AP) _ Musicians, actors and fashion icons descended on Miami for a whirlwind week of glamorous parties to celebrate some of the world’s best artists during Art Basel. Grammy nominated rapper Cardi B performed at one of the most exclusive parties of
Continue readingGet warm, get Nino
by MIKE CHAIKEN CTFashionMag.com Winter’s arrival in New England often means a migration, even for just a week, to the warmer south. Nino Apparel featured a collection of t-shirts, tanks, shorts, and swimwear for men and women at a runway show at the Surfcomber Hotel for Dive Into Fashion during
Continue readingKK is busy-busy
by MIKE CHAIKEN CTFashionMag.com KK Swimwear out of Miami Florida has been busy in 2017. This first weekend in November, the swimwear line for tweens and teens was holding its annual show in Miami with photo shoots, parties, fashion shows, and a spokesmodel search. In September, they took the runway
Continue readingIn the backroom at Miami Swim Week
by MIKE CHAIKEN CTFashionMag.com Miami Swim Week brings press and patrons from around the world. This means hair and makeup people have to present their best work. And models have to present their best walk as they show off the designers latest work. Take a look backstage at Art Hearts
Continue readingCalifornia dreaming with Courtney Allegra
by MIKE CHAIKEN CTFashionMag.com Courtney Allegra’s biography spills out over onto her swimwear. Allegra is a southern California girl who likes the beaches and likes horses. And the line that walked down the Funkshion runway at the Art Hearts Fashion Miami show on July 22 made one think of California
Continue readingTalking about concepts: The 8th Continent swimwear
by MIKE CHAIKEN CTFashion.com When you think of swim fashion, you typically don’t think of art or concept. You think of beauty or you think of sexy. But The 8th Continent, which showed at Art Hearts Fashion Miami on July 22, not only brought the beauty and the sexy, it
Continue readingArt Hearts Fashion to be at Art Basel in Miami
Art Hearts Fashion will showcase on the opening night of Art Basel Week at Spectrum and Red Dot, November 30th from 6pm to 10pm, Miami’s Arts & Entertainment District at 1700 NE 2nd. It will feature a luxury fashion show with a selection of international couture designers. The event titled
Continue readingA look back at Koco Blaq
Here is a look back at the not too distance past, July, when Koco Blaq’s runway show walked at the Art Hearts Fashion Miami Swim Week in Miami, Florida.
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