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Alright bikini babes, who's ready for Swim Week? Now that you have a handy guide on where to party and scope out your next summer suit, we'd say you are! Like we did last year, we're rounding up every single cool event that's open to the public, because even though IMG took a break this year, things are still poppin' with fashion shows, presentations, parties, and free flowing Peroni beers (seriously though, it feels like they're sponsoring everything).
See below for what we've found so far but keep checking in, as we'll be updating it throughout the week with new additions. And if you want to stay up to date with Swim Week news from an insider and industry perspective, make sure to follow our story stream and check out our insider's guide to navigating Swim Week.
Tuesday, July 14th
Miami Magazine's Splashion: Unofficially kicking off Swim Week every year is Splashion, which takes place a few days before all the commotion starts. This year Adam Lambert is performing, local celeb YesJulz is hosting, and DJ Saint Chill is providing the music. Plus, there's a full on runway show featuring Laundry by Shelli Segal, La Martina, Jantzen, K8 Swimwear, and more. Other fun features include setups by Dash of Flash, Dylan's Candy Bar, Glamsquad, and more. General admission is on the house, whereas VIP tickets will get you complimentary Russian Standard cocktails, Peroni beers, food, and access to the after party at FDR at the Delano. The hashtag is #Splashion2015.
Where: The Fillmore Miami Beach, 1700 Washington Ave. Miami Beach
When: 8–11pm
Thursday, July 16th
Fashion for Breakfast with Mara Hoffman: Yes, you read right. THE goddess designer, Mara Hoffman. Join her from 9:30 to 11am at Cecconi's for a special Swim Week edition of Fashion for Breakfast. The discussion will be moderated by Megan Reynolds, Senior Shopping Editor for Harper's Bazaar. Breakfast is $15, and you can RSVP by emailing fashionforbreakfastmia@gmail.com.
Where: Cecconi's Miami Beach, 4385 Collins Ave., Miami Beach
When: 9:30-11am
Consign of the Times Trunk Show at The Standard Spa: Local consignment shop Consign of the Times will be selling a curated, beachy collection of its best inventory from labels like Chanel, Hermès, Louis Vuitton, Celine, Givenchy and more from Thursday through Sunday. Check it out in the hotel's Ground Garden Room.
Where: The Standard Spa Miami Beach
When: 11am–7pm
Art Hearts Fashion: Presented by the Aids Healthcare Foundation, Art Hearts Fashion presents a show featuring Lacoste and haute couture brand Furne Amato, plus several artistic fashion brands like Mister Triple X, Ca-Rio-Ca Wear, Just Bones Boardwear, and Koko Blaq. The event will take place in Funkshion's Main Fashion Tent between 21st and 22nd St.
Where: Funkshion Main Fashion Tent between 21st and 22nd St.
When: Red Carpet at 7pm, runway show at 8pm, fashion and art party at 9pm, Lacoste after party at 10pm at W Hotel
SwimMiami Opening Party: Sponsored by Planet Fashion TV, the SwimMiami opening party will feature a performance by Julio Iglesias Jr. and a runway show by Lacoste. Make sure to RSVP to planetfashiontvrsvp@gmail.com.
Where: Funkshion Main Fashion Tent between 21st and 22nd St.
When: Red Carpet at 7pm, runway shows at 8pm, fashion and art party at 9pm, Lacoste after party at 10pm at W Hotel
4th Annual Emerging Designer Series: To kick off Swim Week, Peroni Nastro Azzurro, Fashion Group International, and Funkshion have put together a runway show to give a platform to ten up-and-coming designers, as chosen by Annie Vazquez, Rachael Russel, and Danny Santiago. Other participants include Superga, L*Space Swim, and Italia Independent. The event is free and open to the public with a ticket.
Where: SLS South Beach, 1701 Collins Ave., Miami Beach
When: 8:30-11:30pm
Lolita Jaca Swimwear Show and Dinner Party at Villa Azur: On Thursday, book a dinner table at Villa Azur before hitting up South Beach for the night. Swim label Lolita Jaca will be showcasing its newest collection at 9pm, however you can start booking dinner as early as 6:30pm. Call (305)763-8688 to make reservations.
Where: Villa Azur, 309 23rd St., Miami Beach,
When: 6:30pm dinner, 9pm show
Blind Dragon and Glamour Magazine Karaoke Pop-Up at FDR: Um, karaoke? Count us in. From Thursday through Saturday, Glamour Mag has teamed up with LA's celebrity karaoke joint Blind Dragon for a pop-up that involves singing and post-swimwear bliss. The event is pretty exclusive, but if you get there early (before 12am), dressed to impress and ready to flirt with the bouncer, then there's a chance you'll get in.
Where: FDR at Delano,1685 Collins Ave, Miami Beach
When: 11pm to close
Friday, July 17th
Paint, Sip, Shop, & Swim with OndadeMar: Want in on some Swim Week action but don't feel like leaving the mainland? Shade Boutique at the Intercontinental Miami is hosting a painting class (wine included) from 6 to 9pm. Shopping is included, as are bites from Toro Toro. The painting class is $45, however you can pop in and shop for free. RSVP to interconmiami@gmail.com.
Where: 100 Chopin Plaza, Miami
When: 6–9pm
Style Saves Swim: Style Saves Swim is one Swim Week event that always packs the house and for a good cause. This year on the runway you'll see Calypso St. Barth and swimwear from iShine365, and Kai Lani, plus accessories from Goêt, Regine Chevallier, and Jaimie Nicole. Ticketholders will have access to a sponsored open bar, and DJ Irie will be spinning the tracks. Proceeds from ticket sales will go to benefit underprivileged students, and you can purchase them here.
Where: The Miami Beach Edition, 2901 Collins Ave. Miami Beach
When: 9pm–Midnight
San Lorenzo Bikinis Fashion Show: Alright, so technically this one's not open to the public but an insider tells us that you have a prime view of this from the W South Beach's Living Room terrace and Wet Deck, where you can grab a drink and watch from afar (but close enough). Also, you can watch the show if you grab dinner at The Dutch that night.
Where: W South Beach, 2201 Collins Ave, Miami Beach
When: 9pm
Wet & Sea Fashion Show: On Friday, swim label Wet & Sea will be showcasing its Fall/Winter collection at 9pm, however you can start booking dinner as early as 6:30pm. Call (305)763-8688 to make reservations.
Where: Villa Azur, 309 23rd St., Miami Beach
When: 6:30pm dinner, 9pm show
Blind Dragon and Glamour Magazine Karaoke Pop-Up at FDR: Um, karaoke? Count us in. From Thursday through Saturday, Glamour Mag has teamed up with LA's celebrity karaoke joint Blind Dragon for a pop-up that involves singing and post-swimwear bliss. The event is pretty exclusive, but if you get there early (before 12am), dressed to impress and ready to flirt with the bouncer, then there's a chance you'll get in.
Where: FDR at Delano,1685 Collins Ave, Miami Beach
When: 11pm to close
Glamour Mag and The Fashion Poet Present Bianca Coletti's 2016 Collection: Can't get enough of Bianca Coletti's locally made swimwear? She'll be premiering her latest collection from 6 to 8pm in conjunction with Glamour Magazine and local blogger Annie Vazquez of The Fashion Poet. There will be Captain Morgan cocktails.
When: 6–8pm
Saturday, July 18th
Escape Miami 3 Style Lounge: This year's Escape Miami Style Lounge is going to be huge (and not because we're covering it). Pop-up shops from brands like Italia Independent, Superga, L*Space, Lyfe, and Bianca Coletti; complimentary beauty treatments like hair cuts and styling by Junior & Hatter, manicures by Arle Nails, brow and lash services from Browlash, and makeup applications from Face 2 Face Studios; and fun installations like a DIY flower crown station, fashion illustrations from The Architect of Style, and a video game pop-up. Expect complimentary Peroni beers, cocktails, and a special juice bar. Plus, there will be a poolside fashion show at 2:30pm. Just make sure to score your free tickets here.
Where: Shelborne Wyndham Grande, 1801 Collins Ave., Miami Beach
When: 2–6pm
Eres Pop-Up at The Standard Spa: Eres is opening a pop-up shop at The Standard on Saturday and Sunday where you can find the luxury brand's swimwear and lingerie, plus a series of limited edition swimsuits.
Where: The Standard Spa, 40 Island Ave, Miami Beach
When: 11am–5pm
San Lorenzo Bikinis Pop-Up Shop: Hawaiian swimwear brand San Lorenzo Bikinis will be hosting a pop-up shop at the Riviera Hotel's rooftop deck on Saturday from noon to 4pm with palm readings from Psychic Hana, alcoholic ice cream pops from Buzz Bar, and Vita Coco refreshments Here you'll find pieces from the collection San Lorenzo debuted last year plus its new spring collection, La Boheme. Bikini Cleanse will also be selling its seven-day weight loss system, as will DJ Alie Layus with tunes.
Where: Riviera Hotel, 318 20th St, Miami Beach
When: Noon–4pm
Float Swim Week Pool Party: The Freehand is throwing one pool party EVERYONE'S invited to. Come over for an afternoon of music, fashion, food, and your favorite Broken Shaker cocktails. There will be pop-up shops by Margarita Swimwear, Jypsea Local Swimwear, and Koko Anis, That Brand Clothing, LLC. plus crystal headbands by Diadema + Cloriam. No need to RSVP or anything, just show up with your crew and a bathing suit.
Where: Freehand Miami, 2727 Indian Creek Dr., Miami Beach
When: 2–7pm
Mohini Swimwear Debut: Mohini Swimwear, an emerging local label, will be premiering its first collection during swimweek at the Shelborne's Marine Deck. There will be cocktails and a fashion presentation. The event is open to Racked readers (you're welcome!) but you must RSVP to mohini@thepattongroupinc.com
Where: Shelborne Hotel, 1801 Collins Ave., Miami Beach
When: 4–6pm
Caffe Swimwear Fashion Show: Alright, so technically this one's not open to the public but an insider tells us that you have a prime view of this from the W South Beach's Living Room terrace and Wet Deck, where you can grab a drink and watch from afar (but close enough). Also, you can watch the show if you grab dinner at The Dutch that night.
Where: W South Beach, 2201 Collins Ave, Miami Beach
When: 9pm
Red Splash Boutique Fashion Show: Online boutique Red Splash will be hosting a fashion show with tons of Spring/Summer fashion inspiration at Villa Azur. The show starts at 9pm, however you can start booking dinner as early as 6:30pm. Call (305)763-8688 to make reservations.
Where: Villa Azur, 309 23rd St., Miami Beach
When: 6:30pm dinner, 9pm show
Blind Dragon and Glamour Magazine Karaoke Pop-Up at FDR: Um, karaoke? Count us in. On Thursday through Saturday, Glamour Mag has teamed up with LA's celebrity karaoke joint Blind Dragon for a pop-up that involves singing and post-swimwear bliss. The event is pretty exclusive, but if you get there early (before 12am), dressed to impress and ready to flirt with the bouncer, then there's a chance you'll get in.
Where: FDR at Delano,1685 Collins Ave, Miami Beach
When: 11pm to close
Parke & Ronen Swim Week Party: If you need to get off South Beach for a bit, Parke & Ronen will be hosting its after party at House Nightclub in Wynwood. Come prepared to party.
Where: House Nightclub
When: 11pm–2am
Sunday, July 19th
Eres Pop-Up at The Standard Spa: Eres is opening a pop-up shop at The Standard on Saturday and Sunday where you can find the luxury brand's swimwear and lingerie, plus a series of limited edition swimsuits.
Where: The Standard Spa, 40 Island Ave, Miami Beach
When: 11am–5pm
Nikki Beach SPF Event and Yoga by Exhale Spa: Running from show to show have your back in a knot? Exhale Spa's Marisol Tamez is hosting a free yoga class at Nikki Beach from 11am to noon, followed by complimentary mini spa therapieslike express manis, chair massages, acupuncture ear seeding, and Glam and Go braids from 12 to 4pm. Capristan, Kblu and Agua Bendita will also be showing collections in a fashion show Make sure to RSVP early and bring your own mat.
Where: Nikki Beach Miami, 1 Ocean Drive, Miami Beach
When: Yoga from 11am–Noon, Spa day from noon to 4pm
The Standard and The Coveteur present Lazy Sunday BBQ: For this week's Lazy Sunday BBQ, The Coveteur is hosting. The event includes delicious grills and cold bayside drinks, plus tunes by DJ Michelle Leshem and Sean Drake. It's one chill, but perfect way to end the week. RSVP by emailing lazysunday@standardhotels.com
Where: The Standard Spa, 40 Island Ave, Miami Beach
When: Noon–Sunset
Sunday Soiree: Benefitting Style Saves, the Sunday Soiree at the SLS is the perfect place to stock up on your summer essentials with myriad pop-up shops from brands like Goêt and Regine Chevallier, and from local faves like iShine365, Bungalow 33, and MVM. Admission is free, just make sure to RSVP to rsvp@therallyagency.com. 20 percent of all sales will benefit Style Saves.
Where: SLS South Beach, 1701 Collins Ave., Miami Beach
When: Noon–6pm
Runway Australia Fashion Show: Runway Australia's swimwear show closes out the weekend, and is the only show SwimMiami, one of the main parties throwing Swim Week, is opening to the public. Australian Designers Jewels + Grace and Allerton will be presenting their 2016 collections in a group show. There are a limited number of seats open, so make sure you RSVP to RunwayAustralia@theriviereagency.com. The event takes place at the Terra Lounge.
Where: 1 Hotel, 2341 Collins Avenue, Miami Beach
When: 10pm
Monday, July 20th
Bingo Night/Truth or Dare with Drag Queen Shelley Novak: On Monday, bingo night at The Standard is hosted by legendary drag queen award show founder, Shelley Novack, only she's bringing Truth or Dare into the mix. DJ AyeSee will be providing the soundtrack. Reserve your spot by emailing rsvp.miami@standardhotels.com
Where: The Standard Spa, 40 Island Ave, Miami Beach
When: 8–11pm