Donald and Lisa Pliner debut their Fall Collection to benefit the Children's Home Society of Florida

It's getting closer and closer to my favorite holidays- Thanksgiving and Christmas! That means there will be plenty of shopping events in the next couple of weeks. This past Saturday, renowned designers and leaders in the footwear and accessories industry, Donald J Pliner and wife Lisa Pliner showcased their Fall Footwear Collection at Village of Merrick Park to benefit the Children’s Home Society of Florida. Continuing to impress men and women with their innovative designs, high style and unprecedented comfort, Donald and Lisa provided shoppers with the latest trends while giving back to the Florida community. During the event, guests enjoyed Hor D'hoeuvres from Prime Italian. Best of all: 10% of the proceeds benefited the Children's Home Society of Florida, a charity that empowers families to safely care for children and provide for youth throughout the state. To check out the collection, visit Donald Pliner's website and start your Christmas wish list for Santa! xoxo

Top Left: Cindy Taylor, Elite Model, showing off her favorite pair of shoes from Lisa Pliner's new collection. When Lisa Pliner was asked to describe her new shoe collection, she stated that "they are not only fresh, edgy and sexy, the signature green sole empowers women all over the world." Top Right: Lisa Pliner along with friends Cindy Taylor and Shamaine Klein.

ETRO debuts their Spring and Summer 2010 Collections at Village of Merrick Park

On Thursday, April 8th, ETRO hosted a beautiful event inside their store at Village of Merrick Park (342 San Lorenzo Avenue, Coral Gables) to officially introduce their Spring and Summer 2010 collections. ETRO is best known for their distinctive prints and elegant styles. For forty years, this Italian lifestyle brand has been led by the vision and passion of designer, Gerolamo Etro. With 200 boutiques worldwide, we are extremely lucky to have a location here in South Florida! Last night, guests arrived into ETRO to see this Spring's colorful leather handbags, accessories and apparel. The best way to describe the 2010 collection: a kaleidoscope of light, patterns and quality workmanship. The women's collection is actually headed by Gerolamo's daughter, Veronica Etro. Veronica's line offers the brand's signature paisley prints along with soft ruffles, waives and frills that add that ultimate feminine touch. Overall, it was a wonderful event which also featured a special performance by the New World Symphony. For more information on ETRO or to view online catalogs of their new collections, visit http://www.etro.com/.
The very glamorous: Rebecca Brothers, Tara Solomon (Principal of Tara Ink: http://www.taraink.com/) and Evelyn Lozada. As you may recall from one of my previous blog posts, Evelyn Lozada (right) is starring in the upcoming VHI show called "Basketball Wives." The show premieres this Sunday, April 11th at 10 pm on VH1. Last night, I also learned that Rebecca & Evelyn own Dolce Shoes on Miracle Mile! To check out their shoe boutique, visit www.dulceshoes.net or swing by 286 Miracle Mile in Coral Gables. The shoes are fabulous and so are these successful women!

Models at the event showcased ETRO's latest collection.
The New World Symphony entertained guests during the event.
Guests enjoying their shopping experience at ETRO in Coral Gables.
ETRO's men collection is sharp and stylish! Shop at the store from now until Sunday, April 11th, and a percentage of all proceeds will benefit the New World Symphony. Keep their music alive in our community and shop till you drop!