Miami Beach's swim week brought its mix of runway shows, parties, events, and, of course, the Miami Beach Convention Center’s Swim Show to South Beach July 13 through 23. Here's a sampling of happenings that took over the city.
Cosmopolitan en Español's "Summer Splash" Event
Models at Cosmopolitan en Español's "Summer Splash" took a final turn with balloons to celebrate the magazine's 40th anniversary. After the show, Latin urban pop duo Domino Saints performed.
Photo: AETphoto
Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week Swim
Mercedes-Benz returned as the title sponsor of the eighth Fashion Week Swim, an IMG-organized series. Events took place at The Raleigh from July 19-23.
Photo: Michael Buckner/Getty Images for Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week Swim 2013
Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week Swim
The Raleigh hotel was the main venue for Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week Swim and served as the site for shows from nearly 50 designers.
Photo: Michael Buckner/Getty Images for Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week Swim 2013
"Bespoke by Mercedes-Benz" Event at Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week Swim
At the "Bespoke by Mercedes-Benz" event Friday, guests at the do-it-yourself-themed poolside cocktail party were invited to make haute couture summer fashion accessories out of luxe Mercedes-Benz vehicle leather. Laure Heriard Dubreuil from the Webster boutique and jewelry designer Mary Kate Steinmiller hosted.
Photo: Michael Buckner/Getty Images for Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week Swim 2013
Midori Beachside Bash
The Midori Beachside Bash at Delano Beach Club brought star power with host Kim Kardashian.
Photo: Seth Browarnik/startraksphoto.com
Midori Beachside Bash
Triton Productions handled the production at the Midori Beachside Bash at Delano Beach Club. The decor included seating groups arranged in a pool with a few inches of water.
Photo: Seth Browarnik/startraksphoto.com
Midori Beachside Bash
Seating also was available for guests who wanted to keep their feet dry.
Photo: Seth Browarnik/startraksphoto.com
Midori Beachside Bash
Drinks and decor at the Midori Beachside Bash played into the drink's signature green color.
Photo: Seth Browarnik/startraksphoto.com
Funkshion Fashion Week Miami Beach Swim
Funkshion Fashion Week Miami Beach Swim set up tents at 21st Street and Collins Avenue.
Photo: George Achi/Funkshion
Eco Swim by Aqua Green Show at Funkshion Fashion Week Miami Beach Swim
Eco Swim by Aqua Green used a natural-fiber runway for its show during Funkshion Fashion Week Miami Beach Swim.
Photo: Asa Garvin III
Nikki Poulos at Funkshion Fashion Week Miami Beach Swim
At Nikki Poulos’ July 20 show at Funkshion Fashion Week Miami Beach Swim, Make-a-Wish Southern Florida's 8,000th wish recipient Debbie Jacques walked the runway. Joining her was Melanie Garcia, whose wish was to have a modeling portfolio.
Photo: Simon Soong
Cosmopolitan en Español's "Summer Splash" Event
Univision’s Alejandra Espinoza hosted the spring/summer 2012 runway show at Cosmopolitan en Español's sixth annual "Summer Splash" event July 18 at Soho Beach House.
Photo: AETphoto
Brazilian Association of Fashion Designers' Beach Brasil Event
The Brazilian Association of Fashion Designers launched +Beach Brasil Monday at SLS Hotel South Beach. More than 200 guests came to the poolside event, which featured 17 Brazilian swimwear brands.
Photo: Courtesy of ABEST
Brazilian Association of Fashion Designers' Beach Brasil Event
Leblon Caçhaca served caipirinhas at the +Beach Brasil event as attendees listened to live Brazilian beats.
Photo: Courtesy of ABEST
