VOGUE & Bloomingdale's Aventura Present the Best of Spring

Join me and VOGUE Market Stylist Cara Crowley for a chic evening of spring fashion at Bloomingdale's Aventura next Wednesday! Enjoy a cocktail reception and fashion presentation followed by shopping, of course. Two lucky guests will win a VOGUE coffee table book. Bloomies' Friends & Family sale will be in full swing, offering a 25% discount throughout the store.

RSVP: (305) 792-1213

Elie Tahari Fashion Show at Bloomingdale's Aventura 11/15

Join me this Saturday 11/15 at Bloomingdale's Aventura  as I host the Elie Tahari fashion show. The fun starts at 1pm on Level 2, with models hitting the runway at 2pm. Elie's brand experts will also be available to help you shop from the latest collection. Did I mention it's Bloomingdale's Friends & Family right now?? (Extra 20% savings on all purchases!) If you live in South Florida I hope you will join us!

For more details or to register: RSVPAventura@bloomingdales.com

Andres Sarda FW14 at Miami Fashion Week

Photo: Humberto Vidal

Andres Sarda brought a Vegas-style party to the Miami Beach Convention Center for the second night of Miami Fashion Week on Friday. While I missed the opening night soirée, (I was hosting Macy's American Icons,  I was interested to see what MFW had to offer this year, as they've made an effort to collaborate with bloggers for the first time. The show was in one word - spectacular. From the incredibly chic blinged-out bodysuits, to the strobe lights, video wall and EDM music, I felt like I was transported to one of the hottest clubs in Las Vegas. The lingerie and swimwear pieces weren't just sexy, they were art pieces. Complemented by bold jewelry pieces from TOUS, models strutted down the endless runway in looks ranging from futuristic dominatrix's, to Studio 64 bad girls. Sarda created a world that seemed only suitable for divas like Beyoncé and Rihanna. I wouldn't be surprised to see either one of them in Andres Sarda sometime soon. After the show, we were invited to celebrate at the after party hosted by TOUS at the Surfcomber Hotel. (See photos on my Instagram @kellysaks.)

 

Boho Vibes: Hoss Intropia Spring/Summer 2014

Hoss Intropia Maxi Dress & Bag (Available at Bloomingdale's Aventura) | Henri Bendel Gold Chain Cuff | Zara Pearl Bracelet | Briana Evil Eye Bracelet | Tous Motif Ring c/o | Express Hoop Earrings | Photography by Bella Mente

The past month has been so busy, I'm glad I managed to sneak in a short trip to Disney World last weekend. (Nothing says disconnecting like wearing Minnie Mouse ears and eating way too much ice cream.) Monday's reality check hit hard, with a marathon of events looming, including styling two fashion shows, and Miami Fashion Week kicking off today. When my schedule gets this crazy it's hard to find time (and energy) to keep my look together, but as you've probably surmised, I'm not a jeans-and-a-tshirt type of girl so I find ways to make it work. My solution? A chic maxi dress. Hoss Intropia's latest offerings just hit Bloomingdale's Aventura and my eye immediately went to this dress, with an unlikely combo of black and white stripes and a very bohemian floral pattern. The best part is the halter straps are long and can be wrapped in a multitude of ways. I'm not embarrassed to say I spent close to 15 minutes tying and untying them in different ways. Chic and convertible - winner, winner!

Join me this Saturday, May 17th at Bloomingdale's Aventura as I host the Spring/Summer 2014 Hoss Intropia fashion show. If you loved last year's must-have red lace gown, you'll fall in love all over again.  

Kate Upton Debuts as New Express It Girl at Miami Runway Show

   

The moment I was told I would have the opportunity to interview Kate Upton at the Express Runway Show last week, I went into glam overtime. I mean, what else are you supposed to do when preparing to face a Sport’s Illustrated bombshell? I squatted, juiced, exfoliated, and tanned – it was almost like preparing for my own swimsuit competition. In my defense, I wore a (fab) blush tone crop top and high waisted short shorts, so said regimen was needed. I completed my look with a metallic envelope wristlet, and a stack of bracelets including this evil eye and medallion charm bracelet, all from Express, natch.

When I finally had my 15 seconds with the new brand spokesperson, I asked Kate the question that was on everyone’s mind – why Express? In addition to the coveted SI Swim cover, she’s graced the cover of Vogue, twice. She recently had a campaign with Sam Edelman, and could undoubtedly work with a slew of major fashion brands. Her response was as simple as her natural charm, she grew up wearing Express because it was both stylish and affordable, so it felt right. P.S. She’s just as beautiful fully clothed as she is in next to nothing, promise.

 

Express did a phenomenal job with the set-up at The Raleigh Hotel. Models were seemingly walking on water with the runway suspended over the iconic pool. Lots of sleek, black looks made their way down the runway, with my favorites being a chic strapless purple dress with palm tree print (love!), a zebra print midi skirt, and super sexy suede fringe heels which you can get right here (under $100!) You can shop the looks straight from the runway at express.com/runway. If something you love isn’t available, keep checking back as new items will be updated weekly.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Before the show with my girl Annie (The Fashion Poet)

 

 

Shop My Look

Photos courtesy of Express and Skinny Intern.

This post was made possible by Express.

EXPRESS Takes Miami!

 

Tank, Skirt, Bag, Bracelet c/o Express | Shoes c/o Miss Trish | Lipstick: MAC ‘Relentlessly Red’

I love taking in the gorgeous views of my city by the water. The Grove Harbour Marina is home to Monty’s, a waterfront restaurant & bar that is pretty much a Miami landmark. If you’re a University of Miami alum like me, a happy hour at Monty’s is standard protocol on Thursday afternoons. The recently added Starbuck’s next door is just another excuse to stop by every morning. Views like this make getting any work done pretty much impossible, but I’m totally not complaining about the beautiful weather we’ve been enjoying while the rest of the country continues to freeze. (Sorry, not sorry!)

Seems like a no-brainer why EXPRESS chose the 3-0-5 to host their spring fashion show this Thursday. I’ll be co-hosting alongside my favorite Miami Fashion Bloggers, with special guest Chris Bosh of the Miami Heat, and a surprise celebrity host! There will be fun DIY shirts stations, hair styling, and DJ set by A-Trak. Check out the party deets below and don’t forget to RSVP!
 

You're invited to attend the EXPRESS Runway Show!

WHEN: Thursday, March 13 | Party at 4:00 pm, Fashion Show at 7:00 pm

WHERE: The Raleigh Hotel: 1775 Collins Ave. South Beach, Miami, FL

RSVP: Email rsvp@express.com by Wednesday, March 12

*Must be 21+ to enter.

Can’t make the show? Be sure to check out http://express.com/runway for live social media updates. Follow my posts from the show on Instagram & twitter by following me @kellysaks and hashtag #EXPRUNWAY

 

Photography by Max Reed

 

This post was made possible by Express.

Celebrate Prom 2014 at Macy's Pembroke Lakes this Saturday

(Giveaway!) Attend a Nicolas Felizola Fashion Show

The first person to email me with the subject line "Send me to see Nicolas Felizola!" will receive 2 tickets to tomorrow's Live on The Green Charity Social Weekend at Trump Doral featuring a runway show of Nicolas Felizola's latest collection accompanied by the sounds of Miami's own DJ Irie. The first annual event looks to bring fashion and music lovers alike to experience a different side of the PGA Tour's WGC-Cadillac Championship, taking place March 6-10th. Venezuelan born Felizola designs elegant works of art for the It crowd. Twice honored as the "Best Designer at Miami Fashion Week," he is a favorite among jet-setters and celebrities, and internationally recognized for his Haute Couture styles. 

Giving Back

The weeklong tournament and weekend events will raise money to support several local char ities.

Benefiting from Friday’s fashion show will be the Irie Foundation that seeks to improve the lives of

South Florida youth through educational and extracurricular opportunities that may not normally be

available to them.

Ready...set...email! Update: Congratulations to Stephanie Diaz!

Fine print: Must be 18 or older to enter. Contest winner must be available to attend event at the Trump Doral Resort on Friday March 8, 2013 at 6pm .

Here Comes the... Vera!

My favorite look from Vera Wang Bridal 2013