A two-tone blue 1947 Plymouth Special Deluxe from the Dezer Collection of classic cars set the tone for the β50s Beach Bash, an event in the βA Summer to Rememberβ series, taking place through August at the Ritz-Carlton, Key Biscayne. A mix of more than 250 hotel guests and locals came to the nostalgic event Sunday afternoon.
βThis summer, we want to create events and experiences that guests will remember for a lifetime,β said event organizer Tatiana Lora, the hotelβs public relations manager. βWhether you were born in the β50s, β60s, β70s, β80s, and so on, we can all relate to having that one memorable summer.β
Lora chose a β50s-themed party because of the decadeβs classic fashion, rock and roll music, and culture.
At Dune Oceanfront Burger Lounge, one of the resortβs signature restaurants, sounds by Sinatra echoed in the salty breeze. Guests could purchase burgers from Duneβs regular menu, but were treated to gratis cocktails, compliments of Little Black Dress Vodka. The 6-month-old brand showcased its original vodka and three additional flavors (cherry vanilla, honey pineapple and blueberry pomegranate) beginning at 3 p.m.
Strutting in 16 looks supplied by vintage boutique L.A. Boudoir, four models mounted platforms overlooking the ocean, posing like live pin-ups in everything from classic swimsuits to dated eveningwear. Media sponsor WHERE magazine South Florida was there to support the event, as a prelude to its upcoming issue, which will feature β50s fashion, including a shoot styled by L.A. Boudoir. Oldies by the Rat Pack resonated, thanks to SoBe Sounds, while Co Higgins Fellowship produced live renditions of big band and jazz hits throughout the afternoon.
Vintage Swimsuits, Music Recreate '50s at Ritz-Carlton, Key Biscayneβs Beach Bash
Photo: Courtesy of Ritz-Carlton, Key Biscayne
Photo: Courtesy of Ritz-Carlton, Key Biscayne
Photo: Courtesy of Ritz-Carlton, Key Biscayne
Photo: Courtesy of Ritz-Carlton, Key Biscayne
Photo: Courtesy of Ritz-Carlton, Key Biscayne
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