Agatha Ruiz de la Prada Closes Miami Fashion Week 2014 with Color, Character, and a Crown-Worthy Night

Agatha Ruiz de la Prada Closes Miami Fashion Week 2014 with Color, Character, and a Crown-Worthy Night

A night of color, creativity, and charm—Agatha Ruiz de la Prada brought her artistic flair to Miami Fashion Week 2014, closing the celebration in unforgettable style. Join us as we revisit this exclusive backstage interview and relive a fashion moment that still inspires today.

By Lissette Rondon

On May 18, 2014, Miami Fashion Week’s 16th Anniversary came to a vibrant close with the unmistakable magic of Spanish designer Agatha Ruiz de la Prada. Held at the Miami Beach Convention Center, the finale runway was a burst of bold colors, playful patterns, and signature motifs—including oversized hearts, sailor stripes, and whimsical bows. Some pieces were even hand-painted by Agatha herself, blending her love for fashion and art in a way that only she can.

That unforgettable night, Agatha didn’t just take over the runway—she was crowned with the prestigious Victoria Puig de Lange International Style Award, honoring her global impact on fashion.

As the founder of Miami Fashion Spotlight, I had the privilege of going backstage for an exclusive one-on-one with Agatha, where she opened up about her Miami experience, her creative journey, and her advice to new designers.

“I Feel Like a Queen in Miami”

LR: How do you feel being back in Miami?

Agatha: “Like a queen! Everyone is treating me so well. I came to Miami 4 or 5 years ago when I won another award, but this time I brought a group of amazing people from Spain and we’re having a blast! Miami is the perfect place for my collection—full of color, architecture, and style. It’s so fashionable here, and now it’s a style that’s being imitated everywhere.”

LR: What did you think of Miami Fashion Week 2014?

Agatha: “I’m good friends with one of the organizers, so I was thrilled to be invited. I think this event is really important for the Spanish and Latin American fashion scene. The opening party had over 1,000 people—it was so exciting!”

Fashion Meets Art: A Hand-Painted Touch

LR: Can you give us a sneak peek into your collection?

Agatha: “Some of the fabrics were hand-painted by me! Before I became a fashion designer, I wanted to be a painter. I used to buy fabric and paint it myself. This collection reflects that passion—and the colors really fit Miami’s style.”