Category: Fashion

Since the last post on Little River Miami, lots has happened,  so it was time for an update with new restaurants and things to do along with the tried and true. As you'll read, there's plenty to do to spend a few hours or a day exploring. And in case you missed them at the end are links to other posts in my "A Day In" series. Enjoy!
Two of the top fashion events of the year in Miami, a Hollywood Awards Watch evening experience, all matter of antiques,  and the Garcia brothers with their Cuban fusion music concert, all in Things to Do in Miami in  March, 2026.
From a Dolce and Gabbana exhibit at ICA and the jazz-age glamour of Miami’s Art Deco Weekend with a new culinary addition, to diving into Robert Rauschenberg’s experimental world, or enjoying an intimate, soulful dinner at Maison Ostrow and more, this month offers an exciting  choice of things to do in Miami in January.
This summer I made a serious discovery for lovers of earrings and unusual statement sandals and slipons – Elli Lyraraki from Crete, Greece. You’ll be happy to hear that she sells online and she may even do a popup with me in Miami next year. Among her many pedigrees is that she was the first Greek designer to present a collectible line of shoes and jewelry at Haute Couture Fashion Week in Paris, where her collection received international acclaim and coverage from leading fashion magazines.She also designs earrings for the National Gallery in Athens, inspired by their leading works of art and sculptures and custom gifts for the Crete government. Here’s the story and a look at Elli Lyraraki's work. Stay tuned for a possible popup of her creations in Miami next year spearheaded by yours truly. 
How to define Berlin fashion? I’ve always been intrigued and wanted to know more, so signed on for a fashion tour of the city with Berlin Fashion Tours to the shops of independent designers. What I found out is that what immediately comes to mind-- all black, techno, punkish,minimalist, vintage, is certainly a part of the fashion scene, but it’s much more varied these days – more colorful, sustainable, form fitting, and practical . Plus, you can find the black techno style toned down and even the kind of clothes I’d wear as I discovered at the shop of designer Esther Perbandt who was a favorite on Project Runway (It was “Making the Cut on Amazon Prime). This is part 3 in a series on Berlin. For part 1, things to do and more, click here. For part 2 on places to stay, click here.  Here are the designers and their styles:
Five years ago I discovered Anatomie's travel clothing,  and even had a reader event there. I got a pair of their travel pants and a dress which have taken me all over the world with style and comfort. Since it's travel season for many of you plus I have a big trip coming up, I decided it was time to revisit and see what new styles they have and also for Mr. W as they expanded their men's line. And here's the update:
Missed the annual fashion show of the Istituto Marangoni, the Milan headquartered fashion school with a branch in Miami, so did I unfortunately. Never fear,here’s a photo gallery of some of the creations for men and women of its several hundred students’ work at this, one of the leading Miami fashion schools. And if you haven’t been to their cool shop in the Miami Design District, go have a look along with their amazing library of fashion books and magazines. It’s open to the public. With that said, check out the fashions:
One of my favorite fashion events of the year was better than ever this year not only with the fashion and accessories, but also with the beautiful people watching. Even the public at the preview was all decked out in their fashion finest. In case you missed  Stitch Lab 2025 , fashion incubator and annual shopping experience , here’s a photo gallery of  some of the offerings from Latin America’s top fashion designers and emerging brands at Paradise Plaza at the Miami Design District.
You long time readers know that my signature fashion item are earrings. I don't even want to count the number of pair I have. My justification is that people often stop me and ask about my earrings which is an intro to MiamiCurated, so let's say they're "promotional pieces". Actually, they cost a lot less (the costume jewelry variety) than handbags or shoes, so a perfect "splurge". With that in mind, here's a list of my favorite Miami jewelry designers that have a flair for earrings and some do other accessories as well. And, a special visual treat, to die for rings from a hot New York designer.
One of my favorite fashion events of the year is back again and is not to be missed. It's Stitch Lab  fashion incubator and annual shopping experience , bringing together over 40 of Latin America's top fashion designers and emerging brands from April 4 to 6 at Paradise Plaza at the Miami Design District. And it's free!