Shop Miami @ The Moore Building

Considering the very inviting open vodka bar, I decided to finally suck it up and go to Shop Miami. It took place on June 18th at the Moore Building in Miami's Design District. Gen Art's evening of fashion got together designers and boutiques under one roof (and 3 floors), with music by our dear Ray Milian, and Miami's trend-seeking crowd. Having put aside my expectations, I walked around while sipping on my drink and taking it all in. 

The venue looked amazing. As we walked in, the very welcoming music and vibe took over... It set a nice atmosphere and could have gotten me in a mood to shop, but, as I came to notice, I am as picky as it  gets. Out of all the stands I struggled to walk through, I can truly say I might have liked 3, at most. Some honorable mentions go out to ZulaStudio, Ecoist (handbags made out of folded paper), and KRELwear (who took it to the next level by offering custom made knits right on the spot). 

I would have liked to see more design, more originality, and less south-beach-sundress. Yes, I know I might be asking for too much in a city that survives on that, but being a fashion event, I would have loved to see more emerging designers with that edge and sophistication that the other 305 crowd loves. 

Here's to hoping... that next year I'll see more designers getting involved. Not going to lie, I had a great time, maybe too much of a good time (or too much kiwi vodka, or passion fruit, or whatever that was).

I'm expecting Jipsy to post some very indecent pictures soon. I'll be waiting. That's all.

Barbie