On April 4, guests at the 10th annual Fashion Art Ball, benefiting the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation, were transported into an opulent realm of fashion. The event was held at the infamous Casa Casuarina, the former Versace mansion, on South Beach. Originally built in 1930, the house has been influenced by geniuses of architectural and fashion design, including Gianni Versace, making it the perfect setting for the annual style event.
Just through the iron gates was a selection of silent-auction items on display for bidding, including timepieces by Krieger and fine artwork by artists such as Marcus Suarez and Miami's own Romero Britto. In addition, the courtyard was lined with tables displaying luxury auction items such as spa packages and sports memorabilia.Throughout the courtyard and pool area, multiple bars and food stations were set up courtesy of Southern Wine & Spirits, Table 8, and the Forge.
The main event began following an introduction by Shireen Sandoval, a Deco Drive reporter, who served as the evening's M.C. Models hit the catwalk in fashions from Betsey Johnson, La Perla, and other designers, while captivated guests looked on from the loungers and seating areas flanking the runway, courtesy of CuisineWorks.
Then it was the men's turn. Among those gracing the catwalk-and entertaining guests-were actor Pauly Shore, Shareef Malnik-owner of the Forge and Glass-and director Brett Ratner, a Miami native. Elizabeth Carrera, a survivor of cystic fibrosis, rounded out the show by sharing the story of her battle with the disease, after which celebrity auctioneer Tommy Pooch took donations for the foundation.
Guests then hit the poker tables-set up on the acrylic stage covering the pool-for a chance to win $200,000 and a spot in the World Series of Poker tournament in Las Vegas.
Just through the iron gates was a selection of silent-auction items on display for bidding, including timepieces by Krieger and fine artwork by artists such as Marcus Suarez and Miami's own Romero Britto. In addition, the courtyard was lined with tables displaying luxury auction items such as spa packages and sports memorabilia.Throughout the courtyard and pool area, multiple bars and food stations were set up courtesy of Southern Wine & Spirits, Table 8, and the Forge.
The main event began following an introduction by Shireen Sandoval, a Deco Drive reporter, who served as the evening's M.C. Models hit the catwalk in fashions from Betsey Johnson, La Perla, and other designers, while captivated guests looked on from the loungers and seating areas flanking the runway, courtesy of CuisineWorks.
Then it was the men's turn. Among those gracing the catwalk-and entertaining guests-were actor Pauly Shore, Shareef Malnik-owner of the Forge and Glass-and director Brett Ratner, a Miami native. Elizabeth Carrera, a survivor of cystic fibrosis, rounded out the show by sharing the story of her battle with the disease, after which celebrity auctioneer Tommy Pooch took donations for the foundation.
Guests then hit the poker tables-set up on the acrylic stage covering the pool-for a chance to win $200,000 and a spot in the World Series of Poker tournament in Las Vegas.
Models hit the catwalk in fashions from Betsey Johnson, La Perla, and more.
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The Forge set up its own food station in addition to those by Table 8, CuisineWorks, and more.
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The entryway into the courtyard was draped with sheer linens.
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The lawn of the mansion housed the catwalk and intimate lounge areas courtesy of CuisineWorks.
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CuisineWorks served a variety of bites including sweet sugared pastries filled with chocolate and nuts.
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Silent auction items included works of fine art from Marcus Suarez, Miami's own Romero Britto, and others.
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Gaming stats were projected onto the mosaic wall behind the pool.
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Models hit the catwalk in fashions from Betsey Johnson, La Perla, and more.
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