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The issue release party for the Sports Illustrated 2023 Swimsuit Issue at Swimsuit Island at The Guitar Hotel at Seminole Hard Rock Hotel & Casino in Hollywood was a special one on different levels, worth putting on your calendar for next year. Of course, there was the eye candy as in the models and celebs; then a chance to get made up, nails done, hair coiffed, portrait sketched, pickup exclusive fashion finds, get a personalized tote, shot with B-12 vitamin, all by professionals, and everything included in the ticket price. Plus there was my discovery of new products and services, what I call my “finds”, that relate to all of the above. I was invited as a media person, but the event is open to the public, so keep it in mind for next year.  No need, though, to wait until then to find out above some of these new products and services, so read up below.
I would venture to guess that Miami has the largest per capita number of exotic cars on the road in the US. Ever think about renting one? Curious to know more about what's involved? Or just want to be acknowledgeable about them, impress friends, and/or pick up some interesting facts? Here's your chance in this guide,  all you need to know about Exotic car rentals in Miami.
Thanks to all for your participation in the recent drawing and contest! There were some great ideas which you'll be reading about in coming months. The lucky winners are....
You have four days left to submit your entries for the reader drawing and contest with four prizes, so get going!!!! In case you missed the earlier post, here are the details:
Good news! It's a new year and that time again for my subscriber drawing and a contest. If you didn't win last time, you have another chance, actually four chances,  four prizes you'll want to win! You have two weeks to enter.
Vowed to start the New Year with home and closet cleanouts? Here's our current update on  furniture donations in Miami as well as clothing with pickup. The question becomes where to donate everything. Here's a list of 10 places that would welcome your clothing and furniture donations in Miami along with many other items that are listed below. Note as indicated, that in many cases furniture needs to be vetted in advance before it is accepted.  Many do pickups and for free. Be sure to call before you go to double check opening, times, and what they're looking for.  And if you want to donate your time and expertise, check out the link at the end for volunteering opportunities.
Miracle Shoe Repair does indeed work miracles. Not just with repairing shoes for men and women, but designer handbags as well, and serious restoration more than worthy of luxury brands. I found them through the French owner of a hair salon in Coral Gables who wears nothing but Louboutin shoes and sports Hermes bags. You have to see below the before and after photos to believe it. Plus, their charges are fair considering the time they put in and quality of their work.
Thank you all for your interest and enthusiasm in MiamiCurated's reader contest. And how could I not mention your great ideas for posts you'll be enjoying in months to come! With that said, here are our two winners Plus, a question about your potential interest in a reader event.
You may not know this, especially newer readers. Any and all questions about Miami and even top travel spots, you can Ask Karen and get an answer. Plus, you can look at the 85 questions readers have asked about every imaginable topic and get some tips. You have some out of town relatives going to South Beach and want a moderately priced restaurant there for dinner, where should you take them ? Can you recommend a great reasonably priced facialist for men and women ? Where can you find boutiques of top Latin American designers?  Which is the best jewelry repair store in town? How about top restaurants in Madrid? Classes in painting, culture, foreign languages? These are a just a few of the questions readers have asked me. Here's how to Ask Karen.
In case you haven't entered yet, you still have until April 20 to enter the drawing!!!  It’s easy. Two contests, two prizes you’ll want to win! Here's the scoop: