Cafeina's "A Nightmare on 23rd Street" along with Hostess & Guest DJ, Elaine Lancaster

Last night, I attended an amazing Halloween bash at Cafeina Wynwood Lounge in Miami's Art District. Cafeina is a really cool hot spot my friends. It is a multi-room lounge and art gallery. Did I mention it also has an outdoor garden area with beautiful sofas and bars. Their Halloween event was called "A Nightmare on 23rd Street" and it was hosted by Miami's hottest Drag Queen, Elaine Lancaster (pictured above). This ultra fabulous "Miami Housewife" is also a DJ! It was one of the funnest night's ever! Throughout the evening, guests were treated to complimentary SOCO shots every time Freddy Kreuger's theme song would play. Talk about a TREAT! If you want to check out Cafeina, check out their Facebook Page for upcoming events or log onto their website.

Top Right: Yours truly along with Elaine Lancaster!


Top Right: Smokin' cocktails..."oh so tasty!!!"

Top: Enjoying the outdoor garden with my Vampire!!

Top: The coolest bartenders...period!

Hope everyone has a safe and fun night: HAPPY HALLOWEEN!

Vanidades hosts their Fifth Annual "Magia de la Moda" Fashion Show at the Bass Museum

On Friday, October 22nd, Vanidades hosted their "Magia de la Moda" fashion show at the Bass Museum of Art in South Beach. Vanidades is the leading and most established Spanish language women's magazine in the US Hispanic Market. Their sophisticated fashion event was presented by Pantene and CoverGirl as part of Funkshion Fashion Week. There were plenty of beautiful models who took center stage on the catwalk like Alejandra Espinoza (pictured on the left wearing a stunning black dress from the Jacqueline Quinn Collection) who won Univision's Nuestra Belleza Latina in 2007. To kick-off the fall season, Vanidades featured 70 looks on the runway from designers like Trina Turk, Elie Tahari Bal Harbour, Laundry by Shelli Segal, Laura Buccellati and Ina Soltani. Here are my photos from the evening:

Hanging out with my friends before the fashion show.

Top Left: The fabulous James Brown and Diaset Cabrera. Top Right: The fashion show's emcee Satcha Pretto who is currently a co-host on Univision's Primer Impacto.



The grand finale had a wonderful surprise ending: International model Ines Rivero taking a walk down the runway with Luca Luca's Creative Director Raul Melgoza. Funkshion Fashion Week was such an amazing experience. Till next year...ciao!

The Go Red For Women Miami Red Dress Fashion Show at the Bass Museum of Art in Miami Beach

On Thursday, October 21st, the American Heart Association presented its annual Go Red For Women Red Dress Fashion Show at the Bass Museum of Art during Miami’s Fall Fashion Week. Symbolizing women’s fight against heart disease, the Red Dress is the icon of this international show. Perry Ellis International was one of the major sponsors of the event who showcased a variety of looks from their 2010 Fall Collections (including brands like Perry Ellis, Cubavera, Original Penguin, Laundry by Shelli Segal, C&C California and Jantzen Swimwear). The fashion show was hosted by Telemundo’s Acceso Total Anchor Mariana Rodriguez (pictured above on the left) along with Paulo Quevedo (Actor and model). During the fashion show, I spotted CBS4 Weather Anchor Lissette Gonzalez as she modeled a fabulous red gown by Laundry on the catwalk (pictured above on the right). Here are my photos from the night:

Miami's most prominent supporters and survivors of heart disease definitely came together for an amazing evening of fashion and heart awareness. Did you know that heart disease is the #1 killer of women in the U.S., followed by stroke at #3? These statistics are of particular urgency to Hispanic women, as heart disease tends to occur in Hispanic women about 10 years earlier than average women. It's time to educate yourselves and learn about this preventable disease. For more information on the Go Red For Women movement, log on to www.heart.org/MiamiFLGoRed.

Top Left: Wardrobe Consultant, Natalie Grass (right), strikes a pose for MBS. Top Right: The beautiful ladies in red are from another one of the evening's major sponsors- Primp Salon and Hair Extensions Boutique in South Beach.

Top: I had the pleasure of meeting Perry Ellis International's CEO and Chairman, George Feldenkreis (middle). Feldenkreis is also the founder of the Universal National Bank of Miami and is on the board of the University of Miami and the Simon Wiesenthal Center.

Top Left: My sister, Diaset, along with Jaime Schieken. Top Right: One of my favorite models, Jessica Rafalowski, posed for MBS after the fashion show. Jessica is a former Miss Florida USA titleholder (2008) who is also Beach Bunny Swimwear's 2010 Model. Check out her pictures on the Beach Bunny website!!!

Top: Former NFL Player, Jack Brewer (left), attended the event.

Lissette kicked off the fashion show with her amazing energy and style! To learn about this talented Miami native, visit her website!


A model rocking a lovely one piece Jantzen swimsuit and beach bag.

Top: My favorite runway look from this season's Callaway Golf Collection for women. For those who may not know, the American Heart Association is the nation’s oldest and largest voluntary health organization dedicated to building healthier lives, free of heart disease and stroke. Become a part of the movement and help save the women you love by spreading heart awareness.

Get your SHOPPING and your SWAGG on!

Ladies! The shopping events have poured in this week so grab your calendar and take notes. Viva Fashion, a blog featuring the latest in fashion trends and shopping on a budget, will be hosting a shopping event that will gather local Miami boutiques and unique designers under one roof this weekend. The Viva Fashion Event will be taking place on Saturday, October 16th, from 12 p.m. to 6 p.m. at the Hyatt Hotel in Coral Gables. Proceeds from the event will benefit Mision Child, a non-profit organization that helps promote education to children living in poverty by building schools, providing schools meals and supplying textbooks in Latin America and the Caribbean. The cover entrance of $5 helps feed 10 children in one day and every bit makes a difference. Guests will enjoy an afternoon of exclusive shopping discounts with a unique mix of merchandise from handbags, clothing to handmade jewelry. Carmen Ordonez, founder of Viva Fashion Blog decided to host the charity shopping event as a way of bringing the pages of the blog to life all while helping a great cause. Tickets are available at the door for $5. For more information, please visit www.vivafashionblog.com.

ShopSwagg partners with Pangaea Lounge and Gryphon Nightclub to present “ShopSwagg Fashion Night Out South Florida” on Saturday, October 23, 2010 from 6:00 pm – 10:00 pm. ShopSwagg Fashion Night Out is a shopping event for trendy, upscale and fashionable women who are interested in having the ultimate girl’s night out. Hosted by 2011 Beach Bunny Super Model of the Year and former Miss Florida USA, Jessica Rafalowski, guests will enjoy music by DJ Meesh, signature cocktails, hors d’ouevres from Bash Wine & Catering of Sunrise and access to over 35 South Florida designers, boutiques and beauty experts with deals up to 75% off. While indulging in all the fun and great shopping deals, guests are also contributing to great causes. ShopSwagg invites each attendee to bring a new or gently-used bra in which ShopSwagg will donate $5 per bra received to the Susan G. Komen Foundation for the Cure of Miami/Fort Lauderdale, along with a 5% donation from ticket sales. The bras will then be donated to Women in Distress of Broward County, Inc. the only nationally accredited, state-certified, full service domestic violence center serving Broward County. ShopSwagg will also donate an additional 5% from ticket sales to Miami Dolphins’ OJ McDuffie’s Catch 81 Foundation, supporting South Florida’s at-risk youth. To purchase tickets for ShopSwagg Fashion Night Out South Florida, visit www.shopswaggfl2010.eventbrite.com. For more information about event, visit www.shopswagg.com. Shop shop shop!!!

Evelyn Lozada hosts a Soiree at Dulce to honor Italian Shoe Designer Francesco Sacco

Last week, reality show vixen Evelyn Lozada (star on VH1's Basketball Wives) hosted a private event to honor prominent shoe designer Francesco Sacco. The event was held at Lozada's high-end shoe boutique, Dulce, in Coral Gables (286 Miracle Mile). Trend-setters and celebrities attended the intimate soiree to get a sneak preview of the Italian designer's newest collection. VIP guests included Lozada's fellow cast member Jennifer Williams (wife of former NBA star Eric Williams), True Blood actress Aisha Hinds and Miami socialites Katrina Campins and Fabian Basabe. Throughout the evening, shoppers enjoyed Ice Tropez cocktails and bite-sized cupcakes from Stella's Sweet Shoppe. Francesco Sacco attended the celebration along with Malinka Max (pictured on the above) to reveal his new designs which feature unique leathers, Swarovski crystals, precious stones and other intricate embellishments. If you'd like to check out his new collection, visit www.DulceShoes.net.

Above: The beautiful Katrina Campins, Jennifer Williams and Evelyn Lozada strike a pose during the Francesco Sacco preview event (photos courtesy of World Red Eye).

The "Miami Style Awards" honors Miami's Most Fashionable Women at the W South Beach

It's been an amazing week of fabulosity! On Thursday, October 7th, the first ever "Miami Style Awards" took place at the W South Beach where our city's most notable Fashionistas took center stage. The poolside award show was emceed by Elaine Lancaster- a.k.a. South Beach's Queen of the Night and star of Bravo's upcoming Real Housewives of Miami (pictured on the right). During the evening, guests enjoyed informal fashion shows by Miami's top designers, jewelry trunk shows and a luxury silent auction. DJ Frank Delour kept the beats flowing while attendees sipped on complimentary wine and champagne by Barefoot Wine and Bubbly. Proceeds from the event benefited The Miami Fashion Week Foundation's scholarship program. Founded by Beth Sobol, the foundation aims to raise scholarship funds that will help emerging designers and students studying fashion, photography, film and graphic design involved with the Miami International Fashion Week™ competitions. For more information on this organization or to attend their next fundraising event, visit www.MiamiFashionWeek.com.

Are you wondering who won the coveted style awards? This year's honorees included Loren Ridinger, Lea Black, Alexia Echeverria, Lisa Pliner and Abigail Pollak. Above: Marysol Patton (President of The Patton Group Public Relations, Marketing & Events) strikes a pose with Alexia Echevarria (Executive Editor of Venue Magazine). You can watch these beautiful ladies starring in Bravo's upcoming Real Housewives of Miami alongside Lea Black and Elaine Lancaster.

Above: Abigail Pollak showcased her AMAZING Valentino dress during the Miami Style Awards. A true fashionista indeed!

Above: Venezuelan Fashion Designer, Viviana Gabeiras (second from the left), revealed her newest Petit Pois designs. I actually had a chance to interview Viviana and chat about her Fall 2010 Collection.
MBS: How would you describe your new collection?
Viviana: Petit Pois is a contemporary collection for today's women. It’s right on the cutting edge, wearable and comfortable. I combine a multitude of solid colors, tie dyes, and artsy prints combined with laces. I like to use a mixture of delicate and vintage looks with a shabby chick flair invoking a provocative sense, which makes the line special and unique in appearance.
MBS: Where can shoppers find your clothing line?
Viviana: Well, there are currently 1,200 boutiques that carry our collection. Locally, you can find my line at any Nordstrom's as well as The Make-Up Store at Sunset Place. To find a complete list of boutiques, your readers can visit my website.

Above: Jose Terry, Zoe Torres and Viviana G. Zoe Torres is the host of "Zoe, Vive Verde, Vive Mejor," a show that airs on Telemiami from 1 to 1:30pm (daily).

Above: Andrea, Lauren Goodman and Kelly Saks (Miss Earth Florida 2010 & Editor of Kelly's Kloset). Lauren is actually wearing a dress by Franovik Designs that is actually made out of recycled curtains. Eco-friendly and fashionable...I love it!!!


Above: My sister, Diaset, and I during the event. How did I do on the "style" meter???

Above: Jewelry Designer Charles Albert displayed his one-of-a-kind fossil, mineral and gemstone jewelry collection. I was blown away by his creativity so I had to share this one! Elaine Lancaster wore one of his unique necklaces during the event (see top picture). Check out www.CharlesAlbert.com for information on this designer.

Overall, it was a beautiful night in Miami with a great mix of Sazoneros! In the words of Yves Saint Laurent- "Fashion fades, style is eternal." Create your own personal style that reflects all of the things which make you shine. xoxo

It's Official: The Miami HEAT season will be HOT!

The most anticipated basketball season has begun! South Florida fans can finally see "The Three Kings" and The Miami HEAT in action! On October 5th, Chris Bosh, Dwyane Wade and LeBron James officially played their first preseason game at the American Airlines Arena as thousands of fans came to cheer on the new team (picture above: from MediaOutrage.com). The Miami HEAT beat the Detroit Pistons with a final score of 105-89. Sazoneros: If you don't have tickets to the upcoming games, I suggest you visit The Miami HEAT website to get your hands on a sizzling seat. It's going to be an amazing season so buckle up for the ride. I'd like to send a big shout out to DJ Irie who was spinning his HOT beats and kept the fans dancing throughout the game! Here are my photos from the night:

Above: LeBron James- welcome to Miami!!!!


Top Left: DJ Irie- By the way, if you visit his website, you can jam to his playlist (I'm listening to it as I write this post). GO IRIE!!! Top Right: Yours truly along with my sister, Diaset.

The Miami HEAT Dancers: check out their online photo gallery!

Gloria Estefan attended the game with her daughter, Emily Marie.

Above: Watching the game with my beautiful friend, Sheila (left), and sister, Diaset (right).

Rapper Flo Rida also attended the game (pictured above: middle).

Above: Where's Burnie???

Above: After the game, I ran into a great friend of mine, Anastagia Pierre (pictured above: third from the left). Anastagia is the reigning Miss Bahamas Intercontinental 2010 and former Miss Florida USA who was in attendance to celebrate her birthday! To all of my fellow HEAT fans, let's cheer on our favorite NBA team this season. LET'S GO HEAT!!!