Diesel Opens New Location In Miami Design District

Diesel has opened a new store in the heart of Miami’s Design District. Located at located at 81 NE 41st Street, the space reflects the brand’s signature bold attitude and its recent transformation under the Creative Direction of Glenn Martens. This store also introduces a new retail design concept that will serve as the visual vocabulary connecting Diesel’s global store fleet.

Diesel has opened a new store in the heart of Miami’s Design District. Located at located at 81 NE 41st Street, the space reflects the brand’s signature bold attitude and its recent transformation under the Creative Direction of Glenn Martens. This store also introduces a new retail design concept that will serve as the visual vocabulary connecting Diesel’s global store fleet.

Envisioned as a fresh, powerful expression of Diesel’s design edge and identity, the store is anchored by a glass façade framed in signature Diesel red with the brand’s red-and-white Biscotto logo. Inside, the 1,900-square-foot space spans two floors, where clients can discover the full breadth of the Diesel collection, including denim, ready-to-wear, bags, shoes, accessories, and fragrance. Additionally, the Miami Design District store will carry a limited-edition, 9-piece capsule collection exclusive to this location. Denim jackets, jeans, heels, and the “D-Vina” handbag feature Diesel’s proprietary “Solarizing” process of replicating sun bleaching denim, while hand-applying a metallic foil to each piece. Tank tops and a mini dress made of rib cotton, also shine with the metallic foil coating, and appear to be purposely wrinkled, for a lived-in look.

Upon entering, guests are immersed in an open industrial space with concrete floors, high ceilings and walls covered in riveted raw metal panels. Some walls are naked silver steel, others are painted red to match the sculptural, modern spiral staircase at the back of the store that connects the first and second floors. Throughout the space, minimalist red leather couches and streamlined silver fixtures create a strong sense of structure with a touch of softness.

The ground floor is dedicated to Diesel accessories like timeframes, jewelry, sunglasses, small leather goods, and the best-selling 1DR bag displayed on silver shelving and smashed metal cases, along with fragrances. The second floor is devoted to the world of Diesel denim (including DNA Denim and Rehab Denim) ready-to-wear, and footwear.

Diesel is an innovative international lifestyle company, founded by Renzo Rosso in 1978. Rooted in denim mastery and evolved into being a leader in premium fashion, Diesel is now a true alternative to the established luxury market. The brand’s collections include apparel, accessories and a wide range of lifestyle collaborations: from fragrances, watches and jewellery, to interior design and real estate projects with Diesel Living.

The Miami Design District is a one-of-a-kind neighborhood that combines luxury shopping, galleries, museums, design stores, restaurants and major art and design installations all within an architecturally significant context. The Miami Design District is owned and operated by Miami Design District Associates, a partnership between Dacra, founded and owned by visionary entrepreneur Craig Robins, and L Catterton Real Estate, a global real estate development and investment fund, specializing in creating luxury shopping destinations.

Images via Diesel

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The PROFILE Fathers Day Buyers Guide For The Real Estate Mogul 2023

With Fathers Day right around the corner PROFILEmiami has curated a shopping list specifically for the real estate mogul. For the guy who has it all, we have a shopping list from head to toe, home and office and toys they may desire. Miami is not only one of the hottest cities in the world, but also has a history of being both fashionable and having its own unique style. Our hand picked list was curated with the modern Miami real estate mogul life and uniform in mind with everyones favorite brands in a versatile and timeless style.

With Fathers Day right around the corner PROFILEmiami has curated a shopping list specifically for the real estate mogul. For the guy who has it all, we have a shopping list from head to toe, home and office and toys they may desire. Miami is not only one of the hottest cities in the world, but also has a history of being both fashionable and having its own unique style. Our hand picked list was curated with the modern Miami real estate mogul life and uniform in mind with everyones favorite brands in a versatile and timeless style.

Making PROFILEmiami’s inaugural buyer’s guide includes the perfect Loro Piana outfit for yachting days in Miami or summer trip to the Greek Islands including their Kalama Overshirt and Flamingo Pink Linen Baseball Cap. For the more formal waterfront events the Brunello Cucinelli Deconstructed Chevron Suit will mix up the summer with a nautical flair, as will their English Rib Polo-Style Sweater and Brunello Cucinelli X Oliver Peoples Griffo collaboration sunglasses. Also on our list is one of the most iconic business shoes of all time, the Gucci 1953 Horsebit Loafer as well as the Louis Vuitton Reversible Leather Nylon Jacket perfect for keeping warm on a summer Aspen trip into the mountains.

For the wrist PROFILEmiami selected the Hublot MP-13 Tourbillion Bi-Axis Retrograde which was revealed in March 2023 and debuted by Hublot for the first time in the United States in partnership with PROFILEmiami for ‘Watches & Wonders’ during Miami Race Week earlier this month. The MP-13 features a new 100% Hublot manufactured complication bringing together for the first time a Double-Axis Tourbillon and Dual Retrograde Display complications. We also selected the Audemars Piguet Royal Oak Offshore Selfwinding Chronograph in Black Ceramic and Yellow Gold which was just released in honor of the 30th anniversary of the Royal Oak Offshore, which saw its first model presented in 1993 and is the perfect addition to any collection. For the vintage watch lover the 1994 Limited Edition Cartier Crash in Pink Gold is one of the most sought after time pieces, limited to just 40 pieces, but we found one you can buy today.

Shaking it up with classic-meets-modern Miami-style Iconic Chef Mario Carbone’s clothing line Our Lady of Rocco just dropped a brand new limited-edition third collection with a Miami-influenced linen Leisure Suit perfect for meetings to dinner at Contessa. Local designer Matthew Chevallard’s Blu Scarpa brand is popular among Miami real estate heavyweights, his Italian Riviera and tennis-inspired line made our list with the La Turchese Runner sneaker, perfect for exploring Miami or Europe. For the home or office the Kobi Karp Assouline Book is the perfect way to shake-up a room and also escape into for some inspiration while enjoying some E11EVEN Vodka.

Watch: Audemars Piguet Royal Oak Offshore Selfwinding Chronograph Black Ceramic and Yellow Gold Ref. 26420CE.OO.A127CR.01 ($60,300)

Watch: Hublot MP13 Tourbillon Bi-Axis Retrograde ($158,000)

Watch: Cartier Crash Vintage 1994 Limited Edition in Pink Gold (Inquire for Price)

Hat: Loro Piana Linen Baseball Cap in Pink Flamingo ($450)

Overshirt: Loro Piana Kalama Overshirt ($2,200)

Polo: Brunello Cucinelli Cotton English Rib Polo-Style Sweater ($1,150)

Suit: Brunello Cucinelli Chevron Deconstructed Blazer ($3,050) & Leisure Fit Trouser W/ Pleats ($1,300)

Jacket: Louis Vuitton Reversible Leather Nylon Jacket ($4,550)

Suit: Our Lady of Rocco Leisure Suit by Mario Carbone & La Ligne ($925)

Shirt: Loro Piana André Shirt in Pink Flamingo ($680)

Pants: Loro Piana Pantaflat Slim Cotton, Linen Pants in Optical White ($690)

Shoes (Dress): Gucci 1953 Horsebit Loafer ($920)

Shoes (Sneaker): Blu Scarpa La Turchese Runner ($475)

Shoes (Casual): Loro Piana Ultimate Walk Loafers ($1,075)

Bag: Louis Vuitton Bandoulière Keepall 50 in Damier Infini Cowhide Leather and Damier Graphite Coated Canvas ($3,400)

Backpack: Gucci Jumbo GG Black Canvas Backpack ($3,100)

Sunglasses: Brunello Cucinelli X Oliver Peoples Griffo Honey Acetate Sunglasses w/ Photochromic Lenses ($647)

Sunglasses: Louis Vuitton LV Signature Round Sunglasses Size S ($520)

Home / Office: Kobi Karp Assouline Book ($175)

Spirits: E11EVEN Vodka ($26.99)

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Iconic Swiss Brands Hublot and Nespresso Join Forces To Reveal Big Bang Made From Recycled Nespresso Capsules

Hublot and Nespresso, two Swiss icons, have joined forces to reveal a fusion of innovation and sustainability with the creation of a Big Bang timepiece based on recycling and circularity. The Big Bang Unico Nespresso Origin is the first watch to be made using recycled Nespresso aluminum capsules and coffee grounds. As part of its Second Life initiatives over the last seven years, Nespresso has partnered with prestigious Swiss brands to create new products from used aluminum capsules.

Hublot and Nespresso, two Swiss icons, have joined forces to reveal a fusion of innovation and sustainability with the creation of a Big Bang timepiece based on recycling and circularity. The Big Bang Unico Nespresso Origin is the first watch to be made using recycled Nespresso aluminum capsules and coffee grounds.

As part of its Second Life initiatives over the last seven years, Nespresso has partnered with prestigious Swiss brands to create new products from used aluminum capsules. In a world’s first, Hublot’s and Nespresso have transformed the used coffee grounds from the capsules into watch straps; the recycled aluminum fused with the aluminum capsules becomes the case, the bezel, the crown and the pusher.

The Big Bang Unico Nespresso Origin shares the values of innovation, excellence and sustainability, which are at the core of both brands. Founded in 1980, Hublot is renowned for its Art of Fusion, developing new alloys, materials and composites, pushing the boundaries of different materials and placing rubber at the heart of the watchmaking industry by using it for its straps.

Since 1986, Nespresso has not only revolutionized the Art of Coffee with its portioned system that perfectly blends precision with an unforgettable taste, but has also added even greater value with its recycling system, designed in 1991, that separates the aluminum from the coffee grounds, enabling each component to be repurposed. And that’s how a coffee capsule can now become a watch, from strap to case.

This is an unprecedented collaboration, signaled by Nespresso’s iconic “N” engraved on the crown, and its iconic colour – a nod to the Master Origins Peru Organic capsule. The density of the two materials is expertly blended to ensure the durability of the product. The Big Bang Unico Nespresso Origin’s 42-mm case is crafted in recycled aluminium, of which 28% comes from Nespresso coffee capsules, anodised in vibrant green, then satin finished and polished. The crown and pusher undergo the same treatment. The bottom of the case and the container are both made from Eco-Titanium (recycled titanium). The titanium deployant buckle of the rubber strap, with its decorative recycled aluminium cap, and the sport buckle of the Velcro strap are also in the same anodised green colour.

The Big Bang Unico Nespresso Origin takes the recycled coffee grounds from Nespresso capsules and applies the magic of Hublot’s patented One Click interchangeable strap system to them. To create the rubber strap, Hublot has skilfully balanced the ratio of each ingredient to achieve the perfect colour and quality. For the fabric strap, Hublot has collaborated with SingTex, one of Nespresso’s partners who was already using recycled coffee grounds to produce a fabric called Scafé. This 100% recycled fabric (composed of 5% coffee grounds and 95% recycled polyester) is being used for the first time to make a watch strap. A subtle balance, to ensure the durability of the bracelet, which also sees the rubber strap fusing 4.1% coffee grounds, 8.2% recycled white rubber and the usual Hublot formula.

It took Hublot an entire year of R&D, working closely with Nespresso, to finally achieve the perfect harmony of colors between seven different materials that make up the watch, from its case to its straps (anodized aluminum, the varnish on the dial and hands, the Hublot logo decal on the glass, the rubber of the strap, and the fabric, lining and hook & loop tape of the Velcro strap) and to ensure that this uniformity of color would stand the test of time.

In another first, the Big Bang Unico Nespresso Origin will come in the Hublot Greenbox case, a brand new case developed by this watchmaking manufacturer that will be used for all its watch collections in the future. Created entirely from oak, including its hinges, it is carved from mostly massive, traceable wood, whose sourcing and manufacture both promote short supply chains. It is designed to be a reusable item, with 98% of its removable interior made from eco-friendly and recycled components. It is made from recycled fabrics, plastic yarns and PET, as well as recycled paper and cardboard that are eco-labelled. For the collaboration with Nespresso, the Hublot Greenbox case is specially decorated with the two brands’ logos, affixed using coffee grounds.

“The Big Bang Unico Nespresso Origin is a watch born out of a close collaboration between the product development teams of Nespresso and Hublot, two pioneering Swiss brands, both of whom were founded in the 1980s. This is a watch that delivers three world firsts: a symbol of the infinite possibilities for upcycling: a Big Bang made from the recycled aluminum of Nespresso coffee capsules; the first watch with a rubber strap containing 4.1% recycled coffee grounds from Nespresso capsules and 8.2% recycled rubber; and finally, the first watch with a Velcro strap made with SCafé, a fabric containing 5% recycled coffee grounds and 95% recycled polyester. It took the R&D teams a whole year to achieve the uniformity of colour of the watch’s seven different materials, find the right balance of ingredients and perform the quality and durability testing on all the product components.” Said Hublot CEO Ricardo Guadalupe.

Images via Hublot

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Gucci Opens Newly Expanded Two-Story Lavish Boutique At Bal Harbour Shops

Gucci has officially opened its newly expanded Bal Harbour Shops boutique, now situated across two sprawling floors and featuring a custom staircase connecting the levels. With the expansion the boutique has doubled in size and includes a dedicated menswear second floor takeover highlighting the men’s offering including ready-to-wear, shoes, and luggage.

Gucci has officially opened its newly expanded Bal Harbour Shops boutique, now situated across two sprawling floors and featuring a custom staircase connecting the levels. With the expansion the boutique has doubled in size and includes a dedicated menswear second floor takeover highlighting the men’s offering including ready-to-wear, shoes, and luggage. The updated first floor now features an expanded offering across women’s ready-to-wear, accessories, jewelry & watches, eyewear, décor and Gucci Beauty, as well as an inviting private VIP shopping area.

With the expanded space in the boutique, customers can explore a range of categories and products, including the new Cosmogonie collection with a focus on men’s tailoring and iconic handbags, such as the Dionysus. The store will also offer a selection of precious leather handbags and shoes for both men and women.

With a look that invites customers to feel welcome and relaxed, the interior design is discreet. Contemporary luxury is suggested not only by the employment of beautiful and idiosyncratic materials, but also through a determinedly spare use of space. Custom geometric painted wood floors and marble polychrome inlays produce decorative three- dimensional effects on the floors, while being harmoniously integrated with the herringbone wood flooring. Juxtaposition of this sort, where opposites forge a new connection, is repeated throughout: display units inspired by vintage brass racks contrast with the softness of the rich fabrics that adorn the rooms; round tables offset rectangular ones; varnished, silver, gold and black iron finishes complement the pink velvets, used for upholstery. Throughout the store one finds sumptuous chairs, while vintage oriental rugs are layered over the floors for a textured effect. The result is a space that entices, surprises and feels personal to Gucci.

As part of Gucci’s commitment to implement and enhance eco-friendly initiatives and energy-efficient technologies in the House’s stores worldwide, the new store has LED lighting; and a Building Management System (BMS) to monitor and promote energy efficiency.

Founded in Florence, Italy, in 1921, Gucci is one of the world’s leading luxury brands. Following the House’s centenary, Gucci forges ahead continuing to redefine luxury while celebrating creativity, Italian craftsmanship, and innovation.

Situated at 9700 Collins Avenue on 17.42 acres in an exclusive oceanfront community located between the Atlantic Ocean and the Intracoastal Waterway, Bal Harbour Shops was completed in 1965 as the first all-luxury fashion shopping center and has been meticulously maintained throughout the years. Bal Harbour Shops has operated at 100% occupancy for several decades with a waiting list. In addition to the anchor tenants, the Shops is home to more than 100 of the most sought-after global, high-fashion boutiques and brands, including Chanel, Gucci, Richard Mille, Van Cleef & Arpels, Tiffany & Co., Salvatore Ferragamo and Valentino. The destination also boasts the highest concentration of restaurants in Bal Harbour including Makoto, Le Zoo and Hillstone at Bal Harbour.

Images via Pablo Enriquez for Gucci & Gucci

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Luxury Fashion Brand AMI Paris Opens Miami Design District Flagship Boutique

AMI Paris has officially opened in Miami Design District. Born in Paris and now in Miami for the first time, AMI Paris is bringing their iconic take on casual and chic French fashion with stylish offerings for men and women. The new flagship featuring the new Spring-Summer Collection is located at 99 NE 39th Street in Miami Design District. Born in Paris in 2011 and inspired by the city ever since. AMI means friend in French and stands for a relaxed, authentic and friendly approach to luxury fashion.

AMI Paris has officially opened in Miami Design District. Born in Paris and now in Miami for the first time, AMI Paris is bringing their iconic take on casual and chic French fashion with stylish offerings for men and women. The new flagship featuring the new Spring-Summer Collection is located at 99 NE 39th Street in Miami Design District.

Born in Paris in 2011 and inspired by the city ever since. AMI means friend in French and stands for a relaxed, authentic and friendly approach to luxury fashion. Offering stylish and comprehensive wardrobes for men and women, the House blurs the boundaries between casual and chic. AMI Paris was founded by creative director Alexandre Mattiussi who was awarded the prestigious ANDAM prize.

The Miami Design District is a one-of-a-kind neighborhood that combines luxury shopping, galleries, museums, design stores, restaurants and major art and design installations all within an architecturally significant context. The Miami Design District is owned and operated by Miami Design District Associates, a partnership between Dacra, founded and owned by visionary entrepreneur Craig Robins, and L Catterton Real Estate, a global real estate development and investment fund, specializing in creating luxury shopping destinations.

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BAZAAR FOR GOOD ANNUAL LUXURY SHOPPING EVENT RETURNS AT MIAMI DESIGN DISTRICT

The Bazaar for Good is back for its 4th year in the Miami Design District on May 19, consisting of a shopping experience at great prices, and inspiring conversations led by Valeria Lipovetsky, all while supporting a great cause. Coming off of their most successful Bazaar for Good to date, raising over $420,000 at the event last year, they are partnering with one of Miami’s most beloved local nonprofit organizations, Style Saves, to raise funds for their annual back-to-school event that provides uniforms and school supplies for over 10,000 students in South Florida.

The Bazaar for Good is back for its 4th year in the Miami Design District on May 19, consisting of a shopping experience at great prices, and inspiring conversations led by Valeria Lipovetsky, all while supporting a great cause. Coming off of their most successful Bazaar for Good to date, raising over $420,000 at the event last year, they are partnering with one of Miami’s most beloved local nonprofit organizations, Style Saves, to raise funds for their annual back-to-school event that provides uniforms and school supplies for over 10,000 students in South Florida. On May 8 they will launch their online charity auction through BetterWorld, featuring a variety of experiences and luxury items. In addition to Style Saves, proceeds raised from the event and silent auction will benefit several other global charities including several in Brazil supported by Camila Coehlo, Goleadoras, and Unidos To Give.

The shopping event will take place in the Miami Design District (35 NE 40th Street) from 9 am -  Featured brands including Alexis, Alice & Olivia, Devon Windsor Collection, DKNY, Eugenia Fernandez, Illesteva, Lancôme, Miansai, Mola Mola, Nua Swim, Theodora & Callum, Veronica Beard, Ximena Kavalekas, a selection of luxury goods from CURIO at Faena Bazaar, and many more.  

Founded in 2018 by Martha Graeff and Danie Gomez-Ortigoza, the Bazaar For Good is a shopping experience that brings the community together to do good. Composed of more than 30 women from different disciplines and countries with a strong social media presence, they are committed to using the power of social media to create meaningful change while supporting underserved communities and organizations globally. The pair partnered with Style Saves co-founders Isabela Grutman Rangel and Rachael Russell Saiger to join forces for the largest event to date.

“Martha and I are thrilled that the Bazaar For Good continues to grow every year, and are looking forward to this partnership with Style Saves”, says Danié Gomez-Ortigoza, co-founder of Bazaar For Good. “The Bazaar For Good is the greatest braid of all and materializes the power of the collective vs the individual, and shows what an impact we can have on the community when we all come together for the greater good.”

VIP ticket Talks For Good led by Valeria Lipovetsky from 11 am - 1 pm will cover the topics such as:

  • Social Media and Social Impact with Camila Coelho

  • Entrepreneurship and redefining success and hustle with Kim Perell

  • The Paradox of Balance and Motherhood with Martha, Danie, Rachael and Isabela

Purchase of tickets for the shopping events allows access to the talks within the timeframe of the ticket purchased. In addition to the shopping event and guided conversations, guests will get access to a beauty station by Skin Local and Lancôme, sponsored bars and cocktails from Tito’s Vodka and Casa Del Sol. 

For those unable to attend the shopping event, the silent auction through BetterWorld launches on May 8, giving people in Miami and around the world the opportunity to bid on luxury items and experiences from brands including Artesano, Major Food Group, Carillon Hotel Miami, Frost Science Museum, Jetset Pilates, Groot Hospitality, The Ritz Carlton, The Cure IV, The Standard Hotel & Spa, and many more. 

Tickets for the Bazaar For Good shopping event are available through www.stylesaves.org and the auction is live on BetterWorld and accessible through (https://dashboard.betterworld.org/).

The Bazaar for Good is made possible by sponsors including Bentley, Lancome, Dora Puig, Casa Del Sol, Miami Design District, Skin Local, BHG Financial, and Tito’s Vodka. 

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Chris Stamp and Nobu Matsuhisa Bring Iconic 'Sushi Club' Collaboration With McLaren To Miami

‘Sushi Club’, the iconic limited-edition, premium menswear collaboration between LA-based designer Chris Stamp and legendary sushi chef Nobu Matsuhisa which has grown a cult celebrity following, is set to make its South Beach debut in time for Miami Race Week with the limited-edition launch of their first ‘Miami Sushi Club’ capsule collection in collaboration with McLaren. This limited-edition capsule will launch on Saturday May 6th.

‘Sushi Club’, the iconic limited-edition, premium menswear collaboration between LA-based designer Chris Stamp and legendary sushi chef Nobu Matsuhisa which has grown a cult celebrity following, is set to make its South Beach debut in time for Miami Race Week with the limited-edition launch of their first ‘Miami Sushi Club’ capsule collection in collaboration with McLaren. This limited-edition capsule will launch on Saturday, May 6th at 11 AM Eastern Time on sushi-club.com and in-store at the La Brea flagship store in Los Angeles at 11 AM Pacific Time.

The limited-edition first Miami Sushi Club capsule includes a pieces, including a Sushi Club x McLaren Hat, T-Shirt and Varsity Jacket.

Since its inception in Beverly Hills, CA 2021 Chris Stamp and Nobu Matsuhisa have embarked on a journey to create a community celebrating the elegant simplicity of quality food and art. Bonded through their mutual love for sushi, the arts, travel and fashion, the duo look to create an inclusive world catered towards like-minded individuals who wish to further immerse themselves in the lifestyle of culinary art.

Coined ‘Beverly Hills Sushi Club’, the first capsule collection collaboration between Stamp and Matsuhisa launched with signature sushi club chopsticks logo on the Beverly Hills Sushi Club 'perfect' fit and ‘relaxed’ T-Shirts, a Stampd Matsuhisa Sport Cap and a Beverlys Hills Sushi Club Trucker Hat, all of which were produced in limited quantities. The collection now features an expanded selection of limited-edition shirts, jackets, hats and accessories if you can even get your hands on them as they tend to sell out fast.

Following Beverly Hills Sushi Club, Stamp and Matsuhisa followed-up with the launch of Aspen Sushi Club, transporting the ‘Sushi Club’ lifestyle to Aspen’s outdoor-centric culture where Matsuhisa also operates a restaurant. The Aspen Sushi Club product mix features Sushi Club’s core essentials with the updated Aspen Sushi Club logo and were available at a pop-up at the Matsuhisa Aspen location on launch day. ‘Sushi Club’ is also set to launch in St. Tropez in June 2023.

In 1987, the ambitious sushi chef Nobu Matsuhisa opened his first restaurant in Beverly Hills, bringing his inspired blend of Japanese and Peruvian cuisine to the public. When Matsuhisa’s doors first opened, a silhouette of Nobu was painted behind the sushi bar. The smoky grey profile of a 38 year old Nobu is still there 30 years later, and has become the logo to his ever expanding legacy.

Although his flagship still retains the low key décor from day one, it is distinguished by its skilled staff and an enormous menu packed with peerless dishes. Matsuhisa not only represents dining at its finest, it is the foundation of a culinary empire that is still growing today.

Stampd combines luxury fashion craftsmanship, details of premium technical apparel and the modern attitude of contemporary streetwear. Stampd was established in 2011, being born from a passion project of founder Chris Stamp’s final 6 months in business school. Stampd’s garments celebrate both urban and outdoor active lifestyles, prioritizing authentic narratives that pay homage to the inspiration and nostalgia behind favorite pastimes ranging from city to the beach. By 2015, Chris Stamp was awarded the title of one of GQ’s Best New Menswear Designers in America and soon after was a finalist of the prestigious Vogue/CFDA Fashion Fund in 2016. That same year, Stampd partnered with New York-based Snarkitecture firm, to open the first Stampd flagship store in Los Angeles at 130 S. La Brea Avenue. Since then, Stampd has collaborated with many globally influential artists and brands, including Puma, IKEA, Daniel Arsham, Futura and most recently, Nobu Matsuhisa.

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Ralph Lauren Opens Iconic Luxury Concept In Miami Design District

Ralph Lauren (NYSE: RL) has opened a new luxury concept in the iconic Miami Design District, bringing the brand’s signature vision of timeless luxury to one of the most unique shopping and design destinations in the country. The Design District represents the intersection of luxury fashion, art and culture, and the brand will engage this vibrant community through a series of innovative and immersive moments throughout the year.

Ralph Lauren (NYSE: RL) has opened a new luxury concept in the iconic Miami Design District, bringing the brand’s signature vision of timeless luxury to one of the most unique shopping and design destinations in the country. The Design District represents the intersection of luxury fashion, art and culture, and the brand will engage this vibrant community through a series of innovative and immersive moments throughout the year.

Showcasing the modern elegance, effortless sophistication and exceptional craftsmanship of the Company’s luxury labels, the new store will offer a thoughtfully curated assortment of Men’s Purple Label and Women’s Collection apparel and accessories, alongside one of-a-kind handbags and accessories exclusive to the Design District location. Taking inspiration from contemporary yachts and waterfront residences, the 4,135 SF store design features a sleek, crisp and modern design. Warm teak wood plank and white tile flooring is paired with blond mahogany wood millwork, alongside stainless steel and black ebonized detailing. The space is rich layered throughout with furniture from the Ralph Lauren Home Collection, a carefully curated collection of bold, modern artwork and unique, striking objects.

Inspired by the creative spirit of the store’s location, a mural on the Miami Design District Museum Garage Wall will feature an artistic reinterpretation of the Women’s Collection Spring ‘23 campaign.

In celebration of the opening, Ralph Lauren will collaborate with Poolsuite, a Web3 community deeply rooted in the Miami lifestyle and aimed at building the future of internet leisure, to unveil a multi-tiered partnership, engaging a new audience. For Poolsuite’s first-ever brand collaboration, a co-designed Ralph Lauren x Poolsuite NFT will be gifted to all existing Poolsuite community members, unlocking exclusive access to attend a special event. In addition, holders of the Poolsuite’s Grand Leisure collection will be able to update their ‘Leisurist’ Avatars with digital Ralph Lauren looks, using the vintage-vehicle-inspired ‘RL 3000’ website.

Additionally, the store will become the first Ralph Lauren store to accept cryptocurrency as a form of payment. In partnership with BitPay, customers will be able to make purchases with multiple cryptocurrencies including Bitcoin (BTC), Ethereum (ETH) and Polygon (MATIC).

Within the store, interactive digital screens will unlock the full breadth of Ralph Lauren products, allowing customers to discover and explore any item available in North America, book interactive styling appointments, integrate their wish lists and more.

In late April, the world of Ralph Lauren will come to life in Miami for the first time through an immersive experience at a water-front private estate in North Miami, complete with manicured gardens and a spectacular pool with incredible views of Biscayne Bay and the Miami skyline. Over the course of three days of activations, guests will be transported to a distinctly Ralph Lauren expression of coastal living. Wicker lounge chairs accented with crisp navy and white awning stripes, touches of gold decorative accessories and classic blue-and-white entertaining moments from the Home collection capture the spirit of Riviera-chic style.

The Miami store opening builds on Ralph Lauren Corporation’s targeted expansion across North America, Europe and Asia as part of its Next Great Chapter: Accelerate strategy. The Company believes in building elevated ecosystems that integrate both digital platforms and physical stores and bring the World of Ralph Lauren to life for its consumers around the globe.

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Louis Vuitton To Present Woman's Spring-Summer 2023 Trunk Show At The Perez Art Museum Miami

Louis Vuitton is set to present it’s Women’s Spring-Summer 2023 Collection with Biscayne Bay as its iconic backdrop at the Perez Art Museum Miami (PAMM). Originally unveiled in October 2022 within the majestic surroundings of the Cour Carrée at the Louvre in Paris, the Miami Trunk show will take place at PAMM, an innovative museum dedicated to contemporary art designed by Pritzker Prize-winning architects Herzog & de Meuron.

Louis Vuitton is set to present it’s Women’s Spring-Summer 2023 Collection Miami Trunk Show with Biscayne Bay as its iconic backdrop at the Perez Art Museum Miami (PAMM). Originally unveiled in October 2022 within the majestic surroundings of the Cour Carrée at the Louvre in Paris, the Miami Trunk show will take place at PAMM, an innovative museum dedicated to contemporary art designed by Pritzker Prize-winning architects Herzog & de Meuron. Located on Miami’s Biscayne Bay, the three-story building sits upon an elevated platform and below a horticultural canopy, both of which extend far beyond the museum's walls, creating a unique shaded veranda and dynamic plazas. This iconic terrace will serve as the setting for the Trunk Show, which will be presented twice on the 14th, at 11:00 am and 4:00 pm. The show will be presented followed by private appointments to purchase the collection.

Designed by Louis Vuitton Artistic Director Nicolas Ghesquière, the Spring-Summer 2023 collection changes the play of proportions using the Maison’s signatures, bringing the infinitely large and infinitely small together in one silhouette. This new balance is found in the collection’s scale: zippers and snaps are oversized, clasps become belt buckles, and a scrap of leather is turned into an outfit, among other reinterpretations. The collection is a stylistic exercise that re-evaluates the proportions of clothing and accessories, unsettling the codes of femininity. Each piece highlights the details and honors the DNA of the house with references like locks, clasps and trunk corner pieces-all custodians of a narrative that endures.

Images via Louis Vuitton

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French Fashion House Moncler Opens New Boutique In Miami Design District

French/ Italian high-end luxury fashion house Moncler has opened a new Miami boutique at 132 NE 39th Street in the heart of the Miami Design District, a vibrant neighborhood where art, culture and fashion converge. The Miami Design District boutique is Moncler’s second in Florida, to go along with Bal Harbour Shops.

French/ Italian high-end luxury fashion house Moncler has opened a new Miami boutique at 132 NE 39th Street in the heart of the Miami Design District, a vibrant neighborhood where art, culture and fashion converge. The Miami Design District boutique is Moncler’s second in Florida, to go along with Bal Harbour Shops.

Following a design concept by globally renowned architects Gilles & Bossier, the boutique covers a total selling area of 3100 square feet (288 square meters), blend’s Moncler’s signature black marble with bold travertine and alpinus stones, along with LED walls. The façade is highlighted by a light cube-shaped installation that creates a moving image effect complimenting the vast, bright interior.

The boutique also offers a private styling suite for the ultimate luxury shopping experience hosted by expert Moncler client advisors.

Moncler is an Italian high-end luxury fashion house which specializes in ready-to-wear outerwear, known for its iconic down jackets. The company was founded in 1952 in Monestier-de-Clermont, France making quilted jackets and has since expanded to offer a full ready-to-wear line as well as collaborations with emerging designers including Italian luxury streetwear Palm Angels which was founded by former Moncler artistic director Francesco Ragazzi. Moncler is headquartered in Milan, Italy where it went public on the Milan Stock Exchange in 2013 and acquired Stone Island in 2020 for €1.15 billion.

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