I just finished reading the book “In the name of Gucci” by Patricia Gucci (a memoir written by a direct descendant of Guccio Gucci—Patricia’s grandfather and the company’s founder). As a fashionista, I was crazy to learn the history behind Aldo Gucci (father of Patricia), the man responsible for making the legendary fashion label the powerhouse it is today…but Patricia…
Recently, we had so much fun attending the anticipated launching of Love Bravery by Elton John and Lady Gaga. The fashion collaboration was kicked off on May 19th at the beauty bar of Macy’s at Aventura Mall. The charming event was hosted by one of our favorite divas, Elaine Lancaster, who always knows how to best entertain attendees. The purple…
Ocean Drive magazine celebrated its April issue with cover star Juanes, the two time Grammy and 21 time Latin Grammy award-winning musician, singer/song-writer and producer, on April 20, 2016. The invitation-only event took place at French 27, the new culinary destination featuring contemporary French cuisine, where Miami’s style-setters and tastemakers enjoyed savory hors d’oeuvres paired with specialty wines by Artesa…
A bevy of SI swimsuit models ditched the NYC winter storms and fled south to Miami to complete the second leg of their trip to kick off the Sports Illustrated Swimsuit 2016 issue. On Feb. 17, Sport Illustrated and 1 Hotel South Beach hosted “Swim Beach” Sports Illustrated Fan Festival where the eager masses got a glimpse of their favorite SI models, including 2016 cover girls Ashley Graham and Hailey Clauson. Aussie provided…
Lenny Kravitz was presented with the Housing Works “Giving by Design” Award at the Design on a Dime Miami benefit and sale on Saturday, February 6, at The Moore Building. The singer-songwriter, who was honored for his work in interior design and on HIV/AIDS, said to the packed room, “A cure is around the corner.” Shortly after Kravitz took the stage in his signature jacket-and-jeans style, a swarm of fans crowded…
Cover Photo: Alexander Tamargo/Getty Images for Sports Illustrated On January 27, 2016, Sports Illustrated Swimsuit Models Hannah Ferguson and Chanel Iman and the magazine’s Group Publisher Brendan Ripp announced the 2016 Swim Beach events taking place in Miami to celebrate the debut of Sports Illustrated Swimsuit 2016. The press conference took place at the 1 Hotel & Homes South Beach (the…
Hollywood starlet, Ashley Benson, graces the cover of the January issue of Ocean Drive magazine. Inside the issue, the Pretty Little Liars star dishes on the highly anticipated new season, overcoming unrealistic beauty ideals in show business, laughing at outrageous rumors in the media and much more. She also opens up about her latest trip to Miami with Selena Gomez.…
Cover: Eva Longoria, Ricardo Barroso and and Friends. Image used with permission of Tara Ink. Eva Longoria was spotted in Miami Beach during Art Basel 2015—the actress and producer were supporting his longtime friend, internationally awarded interior designer, Ricardo Barroso—and together they celebrated the release of Barroso’s debut monograph, “Ricardo Barroso Interiors” with a VIP cocktail event at Casa Tua in…
Photo Credit: World Red Eye Paris Hilton made her annual Art Basel appearance as DJ at Wall Miami, on December 4th, 2015– presented by Belvedere. Arriving at 1:30 AM, the enterprising heiress who just released her 19th fragrance was dressed to the nines in a black lace crop top, bedazzled skirt and gloves as she played remixes of top songs. In the crowd in cheering her…
Ocean Drive magazine’s highly anticipated December issue was celebrated on Friday, December 4th at a private estate on Miami Beach. Cover star Katie Holmes graced the red carpet as the guest of honor in a gorgeous red Azzedine Alaia dress and simple black Manolo Blahnik heels. Ocean Drive Magazine Editor-in-Chief, Jared Shapiro and Publisher Courtland Lantaff were present and hosts…