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By Vannia Enriquez September 20, 2013 in All, Fashion, News

FOUR FALL TRENDS

Sunday, September 22 marks the official first day of Fall; that means it’s time to change up your wardrobe and start implementing this year’s trends. Luckily, you don’t have to revamp your entire closet as a few of these items may already be in your closet… Just shake of the dust, and bring them out to play. If all else fails you can decide to shop these trends with our splurge vs steal collection.

Ready for that school girl, to become a cool girl? Pair one of these plaid looks with your favorite boots and you’ll go from Summer to Fall in no time! (Even if you live in Miami ;))

Fall Plaids by FlairMiami

Mango plaid shirt $59 / Current-Elliott plaid shirt $402/ White House Black Market tweed skirt $88 / Oscar de la Renta (similar)/ Forever 21 skinny $23/ See by Chloé $480 (sold out) similar

Camo print and army wear are a big hit this season, anything camouflage or military is a must! Maybe camo isn’t really your thing and you prefer to have a look that’s a bit more subtle and girly… Try mixing an olive jacket or vest with a tan crochet or lace piece.

Army Wear by FlairMiami

Faux leather military jacket $39 / 3.1 Phillip Lim military jacket $794 / Mackage biker/army jacket $324/ Apt. 9 utility vest $24/ Rag & Bone camouflage leggins $1,045/ Old Navy rockstar pants $32

You’re already familiar with boyfriend jeans, now it’s time to borrow his coat, or you can always shop for your own. The bigger the better, at least that’s what the 2013 Fall trend reports say, NY Fashion Week was filled with large outerwear, from over-sized coats to even capes.

Oversized Coats by FlairMiami

Topshop coat $116 / Jacquemus blue coat $719/ Lucas Nascimento coat $2,177/ See by Chloé camel coat $268/ Grey Marl boyfriend jacket, $56 / Elizabeth and James red coat $795

Last, but of course not least, shoeeees!! I’ve always been a fan of thigh-high boots, but I’m a little too short for them. But who knows, if paired with the right oversized coat or cape I just may give it a try. Now if only this Miami weather would comply…

Thigh-High Boots by FlairMiami

3.1 Phillip Lim kitty heel boots $785 / ALDO boots $89 / Charlotte Russe boots $49 / Over the knee boots, $72 / Emilio Pucci $2,837 / Altuzarra $935

By Vannia Enriquez August 16, 2013 in All, Fashion

3.1 PHILLIP LIM FOR TARGET

Target does it again, yet another collaboration to look forward to! Once again, you can expect long lines and perhaps even some craziness, but it’ll sure be worth it for designer Phillip Lim.

This exclusive fall collection will include items in women’s and men’s apparel and of course you cannot have a Phillip Lim collaboration without some amazing shoes, bags and accessories. The collection includes 100 versatile pieces that will range from $19.99 to $299.99 scheduled to be available in select stores and Target.com on September 15. The concept of this collection had a simple and classy approach; Lim focused on looks ranging from morning, noon to night with a color palette of neutral hues just in time for autumn.

“One of the reasons I wanted to collaborate with Target is because I felt that together we could create a collection that would inspire – one that is cool and chic, but still very accessible,” said Lim.

Oh and here’s a little extra information for you Flair fans:

Target will have NO quality restrictions this time. HUGE bummer, I know! Plan ahead and try to snag your items quick.
Handbags are NOT real leather. But then again, they are under $60 so…

Here are a few of my favorite items:

By Vannia Enriquez August 12, 2013 in All, Fun

TIARAS THE BALL EVENT

Last week, I volunteered at a Summer camp called Camp Wake. I spent an entire week with middle and high-school students. During my time there, I was reminded how important it is to invest in the lives of teens. While most of our time at camp was spent making up cheers, having fun and competing. We also got to hear a camp speaker, and after every talk one of our girls approached a leader to share and pray about a dark situation they were facing. These teenage girls were dealing with suicide attempts, death threats, emotional and even physical abuse. I was reminded how broken our world is, but I was also reminded of how BIG my GOD is. Though at first, I was saddened by each situation… I was also quickly reminded that God has a plan for each of them, and that this darkness would be no more. So today, I’d like to share with you about how someone else’s brokenness became a dream and a bright new future called TIARAS.

What is Tiaras? Share with us the vision and the dream?

Tiaras exists to Re-Write the statistics, one teenage girl at a time. The mission of Tiaras is to paint a picture of God’s perfect love to every teenage girl we encounter and Re-Writing the statistics of teen pregnancy, promiscuity and suicide. Through a revealing and relevant message based on 1 Corinthians 13, our mission is to let every teen girl know their completion comes from God alone and that they are Daughters of a King!

How did this dream come into fruition?

I, Lily Garcia, was speaking at a young woman’s conference in Ft.Lauderdale last year about our self worth & the way God sees us. I had themed the night as “Princess Night” bringing crowns with me and pink royal touches not realizing God was about to birth a stirring within me called, TIARAS.

I’ve always felt drawn to younger women in this journey we call life. I grew up as not only a fatherless girl, but at age 19 learned I was the result of a violent act. My mom was date raped at age 21 and against all odds kept me. This truth marked my entire 20’s, I felt like I was an accident and I wasn’t supposed to be here. I went on to accept an unhealthy love story and gave myself to this relationship for over 10 years. Coming out of that unhealthy relationship awakened something in me to teach young girls & women, reminding them that they are beautifully and wonderfully made. That they have purpose and are God’s masterpiece, and that the love God intended for us to receive is defined clearly in 1 Corinthians 13.

The night I spoke, a mother of one of the college students attending the conference held my hand at the end of evening and said “I wish someone would have told me at a young age what you just told our daughters”. She wept. Confessed she was a statistic. Getting pregnant at 14 and having been in numerous abusive relationships, she had 5 children fathered by 5 different men. Her tears marked me and I asked God to help me find a way to create a pink box movement that will begin in America, but spread all over the world crowning girls from the US to Columbia, to Thailand and even huts in Africa, awakening the hearts of teen girls to the way God sees them!

How can our community help?

Our ball events are completely sponsor and volunteer driven, and they are completely free to all girls. You can either sponsor a TiarasGirl that evening by donating $10 on www.thelegacyministries.com. This pays for her crown, the experience, and her Devotional on “Shining Like Royalty” written by TIARAS; or by donating dresses of all styles and sizes. We provide a Dress Boutique at the events so that underprivileged girls could select a free dress and come in all her splendor. (Miami donations can be dropped off this week at Christ Journey Church, from 9-5pm, email Vannia for more info.)

Who is it geared toward, and how can we be a part of it?

We gear our Ball events towards pre-teen, teens and young college girls. US statistics say that the average girl is giving away her purity at age 14. The US also leads the world with the highest rate of teen pregnancy, and the 3rd highest cause of death among our teens today is suicide. Therefore, our desire is to get to them as early as we can. How can you be a part of it? Bring your teen to the next event. Or volunteer at an upcoming ball, register at www.thelegacyministries.com as there are volunteer opportunities before, during and after the ball events. We also partner with volunteers in the Arts for all the artistic elements during the Ball experience, actors, photographers, dancers, and lay people wanting to make a difference. (*all volunteers subject to a background check)

Interested in volunteering or donating a lightly used dress? Email us today. We’d love to hear from you, let’s change the world, one girl at a time!

By Vannia Enriquez August 2, 2013 in All, Fashion

PRISCILLA B TAKES MIAMI

As I mentioned in our Bikini Invasion post, this year’s Swim week was a little more special than the last… Flair Miami gals were invited to a plethora of events, and as much as we wanted to cover them all, we simply couldn’t… But with a little help from our friends, we kinda did. ;)
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Contributing post by: Tasha Wahlenberg

PriscillaB takes Miami, woos the audience and debuts her collection. Her line, Appunti Di Viaggio, (and yes you guessed it it’s 100% Italian) was showcased at Wall inside the W hotel. PriscillaB’s bold prints, and embellished accents, had the audience dancing and ready to hit the beach.

Here’s a play by play of the show… There were 5 girls and 3 platforms in the venue; the collection, which she described as a coastal voyage was made up of two lines: Black Label and White Label.

Black Label featured bold prints and jeweled accents.

While the White Label, took a minimalist approach.

The show wasn’t your average runway show, the models danced to Blurred Lines. Priscilla, came out to the sounds of Crazy In Love, and we all know you can’t help but dance to Beyoncé. and she danced indeed!

Last but not least, the girls came out with silk capes! Okay, maybe they were cover-ups that looked like capes ;).

Most of her line was made out of lycra, except for the last set of bathing suits, they were pure silk; and her adorable cover-ups were made with comfy cotton. Oh, and did I mention that all her suits are also available in youth sizes. So, those of you with little sisters or cousins who want to match, she’s got you covered!

I was able to pull Priscilla aside for a few minutes, only to realize she may be one of the most stunning people I’ve met, also a down-to-earth welcoming woman.

Ready to experience the magic for yourself?

By Vannia Enriquez July 15, 2013 in All, Fashion

BIKINI INVASION

Miami’s most anticipated Summer event is officially here, FASHION WEEK- SWIM! That means the marathon of fashion shows and soirées begin today. Buyers, manufacturers, reporters, models, and bloggers from around the world will be attending a series of events focused around swim and resort wear.

And while the official Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week events happen at The Raleigh Hotel, other smaller events also take place around the city. The Miami Beach Convention Center, the W hotel, and even some nightclubs host unofficial satellite gatherings featuring product launches and after parties.(Funkshion – Swim, for example, is offering runway shows open to the general public. This year’s line-up will be featuring designers such as Sinesia Karol, Sonia Vera, Wildfox and even Chloe. For a detailed schedule and to RSVP, email swim@funkshion.com.)

This year, will be Flair Miami’s 1st time attending the “fancy shmancy” official MBFW invite-only events, and we cannot wait! We’ll be sure to give you details on the latest trends, and keep you posted all throughout so you won’t miss a thing.

Oh, and in case you’re in need of an escape from the bikini invasion, make sure to stop by the Sagamore Hotel to check out a street-style photo installation featuring 30 of Miami’s top fashion bloggers. You may or may not see some familiar faces ;)

The event is hosted by Sagamore – The Art Hotel, Peroni Italy and Miami fashion blogger Annie Vazquez of TheFashionPoet.com; and you’re invited to join the fun! The Escape Miami Style Lounge provides a getaway from the fashion week chaos with a complimentary, curated fashion and beauty retreat. Guests will rejuvenate with spa and beauty treatments, get crafty with a DIY jewelry table, and get a preview of a few fashion presentations. Be sure to RSVP and see you there! Here’s a sneak peek…

What I Wore:

Urban Outfitters High Rise Denim Shorts & Bustier Top / Blossom Collection Wedges (old) / Italia Independent Sunglasses

What Giselle Wore:

Juicy Couture Top / Zara Skirt (similar) / Zara Wedges / Italia Independent Sunglasses

By Vannia Enriquez June 21, 2013 in All, Fun

MIAMI HEAT REPEAT

Good Morning, Miami and hello again Heat!

Today is a good day! June 21 not only marks the start of Summer, but also the day after our Miami Heat win the NBA Championship Finals!! Yup, you heard it was a Miami Heat repeat! Woot woot!!!

Last night’s victory even had the abuelas partying till 2 in the morning! Cazuelas, fireworks, spatulas, ollas, sartenes, horns, maracas, wigs, you name it, we had it! It was a Miami-style celebration indeed!

And the festivities continue, Monday, June 21, Miami Heat lovers and even bandwagon fans (like me, shhh ;)) unite! According to sources, the team’s victory parade will start at 11am and will run through downtown Miami, ending with a ticketed championship rally at the American Airlines Arena. More details to be released soon, stay tuned to our tweets for more info @FlairMiami.

Need some gear before the parade? Check out the links below:

Miami Heat Gear by FlairMiami

Miami Heat NBA Womens Tank /Nasty Gal High-rise White shorts / Men’s Black Skinny Jeans/ Ladies Forever 21 Red Skinny Jeans / Flud Watch The Miami Heat Pantone / HURLEY Men’s Shorts / Mitchell & Ness Color Block Tank Top / Miami Heat Tie-Dye Tee / adidas Jersey / Pillow Pet / Snapback Cap (white black)

By Vannia Enriquez June 14, 2013 in All, Fashion

FIVE FAVORITES: DAD SWAG

Father’s Day is Sunday, June 16, and while some dad’s may want tickets to a Miami Heat game (well, who doesn’t want tickets during finals), or maybe even some help mowing the lawn… Other dads may have a need for cool swag.

This weekend as you shop for dad, try to think of different ways to make him feel special. Honor him with more than just a gift, or a card: Surprise him with a hand-written letter to say thanks, give his car a wash, make him a delicious BBQ, reminisce old times by looking at an album of photos, or spend time together watching his favorite flick.

Now, once you’ve done that, let’s kick things up a notch and add some swag to his look. Here a few items that are sure to help!

Bonobos Gingham Tie
Asos Black Skinny Tie
Hommage Verona Razor
Converse Chucks

Pier One Mustache Mug
Lacoste Polo

Wishing all the dads a wonderful Father’s Day!

By Vannia Enriquez May 30, 2013 in All, Fashion

FEARLESS FLORALS

They say April showers, bring May flowers…

Well, I’ve yet to see the flowers, looks like instead it’s the perfect time to bring out the galoshas and add my own pop of florals!

In case you haven’t noticed, floral print is all the rage this Spring. From tops, bottoms, to even accessories; every fashionista has a good floral print. So whether you’re looking for a feminine touch, or a bold statement, florals are here to save the day. (In my case, even this gloomy weather.)

Not sure how to pair a floral print?

Floral blouse:
-For a classy look: pair with white pants/skirt or light denim and neutral heels
-For a fun bright look: pair with colored jeans, neon skirts, or high-waisted shorts and wedges
Floral shorts/pants:
– For a classy look: pair with a white silky top or pastel colored tops and nude strappy heels
– For a casual look: pair with a chambray shirt (like me!) or a thin muscle tank and flats
Floral blazers:
-For a classy look: pair with black pants/skirt and black pumps
-For a bold look: pair with leather bottoms and add another pop of color with fun shoes

Or, just be bold and fearless and make it your own! Here’s my look:

Lucky Brand Chambray Top/ Forever 21 Shorts/Banana Republic Rain Boots

Furor Moda Sunglasses / Aldo Necklace / Forever 21 Earrings

For different ways to style florals check out our Girly, Edgy, & Sophisticated post. Also, don’t forget to follow our Blogger Style Challenge and see how other Miami fashion bloggers, Krsitin Brophy, from FancyThingsBlog.com and Maika Moulite, from GlamLifeBlog.com styled their “Fearless Floral” looks.

By Vannia Enriquez May 24, 2013 in All, Fun

WHAT TO DO THIS MEMORIAL DAY WEEKEND

Let the three-day weekend begin!

Memorial Day weekend is finally here, and here are a few festive options from May 23-27.

Downtown Full Moon Party

WHAT: A full moon party with Afro Kumbe sounds by Locos Por Juana.
WHEN: May 25 • 8pm-4am
WHERE: LMNT Arts (Midtown Miami) 59 NW 36 ST. Miami, Florida. 33127
COST: $5 before 10pm, $10 before midnight, $15 there after

Wings Over Miami Air Museum Festival & Car Show

WHAT: A local museum filled with cool cars, great bluegrass music, and free photography seminars.
WHEN: Saturday, May 25 • 11am – 5pm
WHERE: 14710 SW 128th Street, Miami, FL 33196

Jungle Island: Memorial Weekend Beach Bash

WHAT: Join Jungle Island as they kick-off the Summer with the opening of their private beach, La Playa!
WHEN: May 24 – May 27
WHERE: Jungle Island, 1111 Parrot Jungle Trail, Miami, Florida 33132
COST: Adults: $34.95+ tax| Children ages 3-10: $26.95 +tax. Entrance cost will include a special Memorial Weekend BBQ.

Memorial Day Weekend Party Hosted by Diddy

WHAT: Music marketing company, The A-Listers, is featuring Cîroc Vodka in a party hosted by Diddy!
WHEN: May 25 • 3-10pm
WHERE: Bamboo Miami, 550 Washington Avenue, Miami Beach, Florida 33139

Improv Comedy Night Club presents Carlos Mencia

WHAT: Stand-up comedian, Carlos Mencia live at the IMPROV!
WHEN: May 24 – May 26
WHERE: IMPROV 3390 Mary Street Suite 182 Miami, FL 33133

El Mini Market at Wood Tavern

WHAT: A pop-up market for artisans, designers, and vintage collectors.
WHEN : Every-last-Sunday of the month from 3pm – till sundown.
WHERE: Wood Tavern – 2531 NW 2nd Ave Miami, FL 33127

By Vannia Enriquez May 23, 2013 in All, Fashion

BLACK IS BACK

If you’re reading today’s outfit post you’re in a for a little treat…

Not only will you see the Flair Miami gals head a Miami blogger style challenge called: Black is Back – The Little Black Dress. But, you’ll also get to meet three fabulous Miami bloggers who will be collaborating with us over the next few days: Kristin Brophy from FancyThingsBlog.com, Daniela Ramirez from NanysKlozet.com, and Maika Moulite from GlamLifeBlog.com. You can visit their blogs to see their take of Black is Back! (Don’t know them yet? Don’t worry, they’ll be properly introduced in an upcoming post; today you just get a glimpse. ;))

Visit their blogs, browse around, and get acquainted as you see a preview of our different styles and looks.

In the mean time, here’s our Flair Miami Black is Back – LBD look!

PS: I’ve been looking for the perfect LBD for what feels like ages, because regardless of the reason or season, black is always back! And every girl needs a good LBD. Thank you Zara!

Oh and if you haven’t noticed, I just got braces. Eeeek! Oh well, hopefully I’ll learn to style those accordingly too. This was my first time wearing lipstick since I got them. I’m trying very hard to not look like I’m 12…

Zara Dress / Zara Bag / Prabal Gurung for Target Shoes (similar)

Aldo Necklace / Loft Cuff

Unknown Dress (Poshmark find) / BCBG Heels