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Not long ago, Wynwood Life was just a blog that celebrated life in the Wynwood neighborhood… But now, the site has organically evolved into a festival that’s poised to raise the bar on all things Miami –art, music, fashion and food!

Wynwood Life will take place in Miami’s hip Wynwood district on 6th Avenue, between 22nd and 24th Street and will run from April 25th-27th. The idea behind this festival stemmed from the need to highlight local artists, craftsmen and designers. Organizers are expecting over 20,000 people during this three-day event.

Top area vendors and artists, have signed up to be a part of it. Even musicians, local bands and DJ’s will be performing from two stages, including the top of this Trek6, boom box-painted building that overlooks I-95.

Think next-level Art Walk, offering local pop-up restaurants, bars, live music, art, and more. As far as fashion, throughout the day several vendors will showcase local designs modeled and styled by a few of your favorite bloggers. And yup, you guessed it your Flair Miami girls will be there to model and style a few looks.

This is an event you don’t want to miss, tickets start as low as $15 and can be purchased online at www.wynwoodlife.com. Use the promotion code FLAIRMIA at checkout and you’ll receive a 50% discount! Hope to see you there!

Image Credit: Stephanie Rogers

After yet another fun-filled week at Art Basel, I’ve come to realize that fashion, like art, is what you make of it.

There are two options:

  1. You can choose to follow trends/play it safe and wear high-end name brands and call your self “in style or trendy.”
  2. Or, you can wear whatever your heart desires (name or no name, in style or not) and wear it with confidence and actually make a statement! That my friends, is what this post is all about, outside of the box fashion.

Oh, and I won’t be telling you who or what they’re wearing, but rather why…

So, here are some cool kids and some cool kicks…

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Meet Milcho, aka Veronica Milchonera. Milcho was not only an artist showcased at Scope, she’s also a talented director, producer, and now a local with flair.

Her outfit is inspired by originality and a different perspective. Much like her art work called Domingo Familiar, (the mannequin pictured on the left) which is meant to portray a lack of parental control in our society. As you take a look into the peep-hole you’ll see a family watching television and their TV reflects your face peeping through a booty. Hmm, needless to say, it was an interesting perspective…

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This gentleman’s name is Hoke. I spotted Hoke browsing through some art and found his look to be very original.

When I asked him what inspired his look he said, “Comfort! I actually didn’t know what to wear and I got this out of my giveaway pile.”

Well, glad you kept it, Hoke, your confidence and accessories totally put together a look like no other.

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Check out Wendi Hill’s kicks! Not only is Wendi totally rocking the wedged sneaker trend, but the color-blocking and brightness takes the trend to a whole new level. Wendi’s look is inspired by “being green,” in both aspects of the word, the color and the eco-friendliness.

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Now, I know these aren’t considered “kicks”. And don’t worry, no one was actually walking in them… (Maybe because they’re not on sale.)

But how could I resist posting these crazy shoes? This unique work of art was created by a self-taught artist from San Francisco by the name of Scott Hove. M. S Hove’s Cakeland concept began in 2005, and this specific creation is called Self Objectification Strategy.

What inspired him? A desire to experiment with mixed media and “an obsession with the relationship between the beautiful and the brutal.”

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Did someone say men can’t wear wedges?

Kazuki Takamatsu, an artist from Sendai, Japan wore wedges with absolutely no fear. He hardly spoke English, so it was quite a challenge to figure out what his inspiration was. But he gladly took a picture standing in front of his work… and from what I could gather, his affinity for black and white goes far beyond his paintings.

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Last but not least, on my way out I ran into this very cool-looking couple. Their look was inspired by a vintage feel and a mix of colors and patters.

So you see, fashion is definitely a form of art. It takes not only talent but also bravery and confidence to wear what you want to wear and make it work! You don’t necessarily need tons of money, just creativity and a new perspective. So remember, wear what makes you happy and wear it well. ;)

 

Get excited, Art Week Miami 2012 is officially here. From Dec. 3-9 Miami will host some of the world’s most renowned art fairs, exhibitions, and satellite shows. But with so many options, where do you start? Well, here are a few of my favorites, hope to see you around.

Miami Says Art 2
WHAT: Opening reception commemorating Miami’s art community during 1976 – exhibiting documentary videos and photos capturing some of Miami’s arts leaders.
WHEN: 12.3.12 @ 12:30 pm
WHERE: JW Marriott Hotel Miami – 1109 Brickell Avenue, Downtown Miami. For more info contact 305-237-3620.

Design Miami
WHAT: “The global forum for design.” A showroom collection of modern and contemporary home designs exhibiting architectural, furniture, and fashion designs.
WHEN: 12.5.12 – 12.9.12
WHERE: Between Meridian Avenue & 19th Street
Next to the Miami Beach Convention Center
COST:General Admission: $25
Students & Senior Citizens (with valid ID): $15  All tickets are valid for one day only.

Art Basel Miami Beach
WHAT: The most prestigious art show in the United States showcasing various artwork from over 2,000 artists. Great event for collectors, dealers, and critics.
WHEN: Miami Beach 12.6.12 – 12.9.12
WHERE: 300 West 41st Street #214  Miami Beach, FL 33140
COST: One-Day Ticket $42
Permanent Pass: $90
Evening Ticket (after 4 pm): $29

Aqua 2012
WHAT: A contemporary art fair that began in 2005. Aqua features young dealers and galleries with strong emerging careers.
WHEN: Miami Beach 12.6.12 – 12.9.12
Thursday, Dec. 6, 11 – 9pm
Friday, Dec. 7, 11am – 9pm
Saturday, Dec. 8, 11am – 9pm
Sunday, Dec. 9, 11am – 4pm
WHERE: Aqua Hotel, 1530 Collins Ave., Miami Beach$10
COST: $10

Ink Miami Art Fair
WHAT: A fair focused on contemporary art work created on paper.
WHEN: 12.5.12 – 12.9.12
WHERE: Suites of Dorchester, 1850 Collins Avenue, Miami Beach, FL 33139
COST: Free!

EXTRA FUN EVENTS FOR FASHIONISTAS:

Christian Louboutin: A Dazzling Future
WHAT: An exhibition by Chinese contemporary artist, Ye Hongxing.
WHEN: 12.8.12
WHERE: Christian Louboutin – 155 Northeast 40th Street

The Mural Project
WHAT: Pop-Up Heineken Beer Garden – 4 days of murals, fun, and music.
WHEN: 11.29.12 – 12.9.12
WHERE: Locations throughout Wynwood. (Click here for exact locations.)

Madewell Pop Up Shop
WHAT: Rebecca Raney x Madewell
WHEN: 12.1.12 – 12.6.12 (Special opening reception held on 12.6.12 from 6-10pm)
WHERE: Primary Flight – 4141 NE 2nd Ave, Suite 104

And the list goes on and on… If you haven’t gotten enough, be sure to also checkout the following:
NADA Art Fair   |   Select Fair   |   UNTITLED.   |   Verge Art Miami Beach
Art Asia   |   Artexpo Miami   |    Art Miami   |   Context   |   Fountain Miami
International Contemporary Jewelry Fair   |   Just Mad Miami  |  Miami Project 
Miami River Art Fair  | OVERTURE   |   Pool Art Fair   |   Pulse Miami   |   Red Dot Miami   |   Scope     Miami   |   Seven