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Florida SuperCon: The Ultimate Geek Culture Gathering

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Journey Through the Multiverse: Fans Relived Their Favorite Comics, Sci-Fi Worlds and Anime Adventures at Florida SuperCon 2024.

July 13th, 2024

Costumes, Cosplay and Anime? Florida Supercon 2024 did not disappoint. This was my first time at Supercon, though I have been attending smaller conventions yearly since about 2018, and I am so glad I decided to dip my toes into larger waters. 

I actually started attending these types of conventions with my little sisters, who were avid comic book readers, like their big sis aka me, and just starting to get into anime. I remember they dressed up as ……. From ….. And I went as Sailormoon. I remember feeling a little embarrassed about my costume and wondering if it was silly. Folks, if you like dressing up for Halloween, I strongly encourage you to attend one of these events. We’ve grown a lot since our beginnings, and we have learned even more. We have since left behind our overly complicated footwear and traded them in for shoes that can last ya all day. My little sisters, yes, I still go with them though they are now 18, dressed up as The Lamb from Cult of Lamb and Roxanne Wolf from FNAF, while my mom opted for a Yor Forger costume from Spy x Family. I broke the mold and went for something released only early in the month: Anxiety from Inside Out 2. 

Supercon takes place over three days, with events that are similar each day, but with different celebrity discussion panels and opportunities to meet. While parking can be a little tricky, we were to beat the crowd that Saturday. If we weren’t familiar with Miami Beach the loads of costumes would have told us we were in the right place. We were AMAZED at the turn-out. My little sister Caitlin spent weeks putting together her scheduled itinerary, carefully combing the very well-put-together website for all of the things she wanted to do. Ballroom dancing, gaming, celebrity meet and greets– they were able to do it all. If you know that you are interested in a specific thing, be sure to see what is on the schedule and, especially, its location. The event was split up into two floors, the bottom housing mostly artists and merch and the top floor designated for activities. 

If you aren’t into schedules, you can also just wander around. I’ll be honest, I come mostly for the costumes. What can I say, I like pretty things? And I LOVED the costumes. We saw everything from gaming, anime, Disney, meme culture and some of the most nostalgic costumes from our childhood. If you are a fan of Star Wars, there was a designated area dedicated to scenes throughout the saga like the Cantina. You can find stormtroopers on guard and Chewbacca causing a ruckus, and of course, you can take as many pictures as you want. If you especially love costumes, you have to be sure to stick around for the costume contests that take place. This year the winner and recipient of the $1,000 prize went to Jettie Media who was dressed as Leah the Prime Evil from Diablo 3 and the craftsman ship of her costume was evident. 

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Another thing that usually consumes about half my day at these events is the artist’s alley and this was MASSIVE. The room was split up into two halves, which at first, I didn’t really understand, but it seemed that they tried to keep the local, less mass-produced art on one side of the room. Once I realized this, I really appreciated it because I love to support a small business. As we were browsing, we saw happy art from Seal Pup (insta handle @seal_pup_art) and funny superhero original prints from Rickbas Art & Photography. But my favorite of all had to be Karina Gazizova, who had art that almost felt… creepy. Her prints feature almost exclusively female characters that are distorted or being consumed by their environments. I felt like it was thought-provoking, haunting and very original, so naturally I had to buy about 3 prints to add to my collection. The larger canvas painting was on the other side, my favorite coming from artist Megan Withey, whose booth was being run by her daughter, also an artist you can find on instagram as @reeseswatercolor. Talent clearly runs in the family, and I plan on ordering a stunning watercolor of Queen Serenity from my all-time favorite anime Sailor Moon. 

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While food was no more than concessions, you could find all sorts of goodies on the floor, with many snacks being imported from Japan. If you needed to take a break from gaming and the nom noms, you could find some peace in the low sensory rooms on the top floor. These rooms are an amazing addition that seems to be a staple at many of these types of events, along with movie rooms that you can also relax in. 

Overall, I had a great time at SuperCon. I hope that next year I am able to meet the celebrities that we came for because the lines were insanely long this time around. 

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Miami Art Week Belongs to Art Hearts Fashion

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Five days. Four iconic venues. One production shaping the energy, glamour, and momentum of Art Basel.


December 4, 2025

Miami Art Week has been building momentum by the hour, and Art Hearts Fashion is clearly the driving force behind the excitement. After stepping into the opening atmosphere at Kiki on the River, it became obvious that the production isn’t simply participating in Art Week. It’s leading it.

But the attention now shifts forward.
Tomorrow is December 5, and Friday’s programming is positioned to become the defining moment of the week.

Friday at Queen: The Night That Sets the Tone for the Weekend

Tomorrow night, Queen will turn into a couture theater. The venue itself is already built with the kind of Art Deco glamour Miami never tires of, but on December 5 it becomes something entirely different—a stage where designers and creative houses will set the style language for the rest of the weekend.

Friday’s runway features:

  • Capristan
  • Merlin Castell
  • Mister Triple X

Each brings a distinct point of view: editorial elegance, sculptural silhouettes, hyper-modern textures, and that unmistakable Miami boldness that has become the signature of this week.

Once the final look walks, the night transitions into its second act.
The crowd moves to LIV at the Fontainebleau, where Black Coffee will headline a packed after party that merges fashion insiders, artists, models, and the kind of Miami night owls who never miss a moment of the city’s cultural pulse.

Friday isn’t just busy. It feels like the center of gravity.

Saturday December 6 at 555 Studios Wynwood

555 becomes the creative heart of the weekend with two full runway blocks.

8 PM: Luxe Ilse, Marible JD, Slay Swimwear

9 PM: Chavelis Playhouse, Hiromi Asai, Sharnel Guy

10 PM: Bad Pink, Idol Jose, Pia Bolte

Afterward, the night moves again to LIV, where John Summit takes over. Saturday’s energy is expected to stretch deep into the night, blurring the edges between fashion event, art installation, and nightlife ritual.

Sunday December 7: The Finale

Sunday closes the week at 555 Studios Wynwood, beginning with a red carpet and Talent Awards hosted by Talent Management Agency. It’s a celebratory moment, but also a showcase of emerging creative voices defining the next wave of Miami and beyond.

Sunday’s runway includes:

  • Divaska
  • Isabel Original
  • Carolos Pineda
  • Giannina Azar

Then comes the final chapter: LIV on Sunday, the unofficial but undeniable conclusion to Miami Art Week’s most in-demand fashion program.

What’s increasingly clear is that Art Hearts Fashion has become the gravitational center of Miami Art Week. It moves with confidence, curates with intention, and delivers the blend of artistry, spectacle, and nightlife that defines Miami at its best.

Wednesday hinted at it.
Friday will confirm it.

For anyone planning their next move during Art Basel, this is the lineup that leads the conversation.

Full event details and guest list HERE

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Kiki Becomes the Fashion Launch of Miami Art Week

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Art Hearts Fashion turned Kiki on the River into a living fashion scene, complete with yacht entrances, dancing models, champagne-filled tables, and a crowd dressed to be part of the moment.


December 4, 2025

Miami Art Week did not ease in gently this year. It strutted in wearing sequins and a perfect tan, and it did it at Kiki on the River. Last night’s opening event felt like the moment the city remembered who it is. Art. Fashion. Nightlife. A little chaos. A lot of beauty. And a waterfront runway that refused to take itself too seriously.

The party started the moment the models arrived on a yacht. People actually gasped. It was theatrical in the best possible way. Lights on the water. Music carrying down the river. Everyone already reaching for their phones. Kiki looked like a scene from a fashion movie and the night had barely begun.

A Runway That Became a Party in Real Time

The dinner began with Greek spreads and Kiki Fries, which is the most peaceful the evening ever got. Because once the music shifted, the whole room woke up.

Mister Triple X sent out bold, confident looks that matched the mood of the night. Berry Beachy brought swimwear that felt like Miami sunshine turned into clothing. Diyanni Yacht Club showed pieces that looked even better under pink lights than anyone expected. The models owned every inch of the space. Some posed. Some danced. Some teased the crowd with little moments that made the room erupt.

Then came the platform moment. A group of models climbed onto a white pedestal and instantly turned the venue into a high fashion nightclub. Guests cheered them on. People got out of their seats. Bottles sparkled. It was impossible not to smile.

If anyone thought the guests would blend into the background, they were wrong. The room felt like a casting call for Miami’s best dressed. Linen looks. Metallic minis. Printed sets. Statement jewelry. Everyone arrived knowing this was the first major night of the week and no one planned on being forgettable.

Tables were covered in champagne flutes and bright cocktails. Friends leaned into each other for photos. Strangers bonded over their love of a runway look. People watched the show but they also watched each other. That is the real spirit of Miami Art Week.

Kiki Looked Like a Fashion Dream

The thatched ceiling, floral lanterns, and glowing lights made everything feel warm and dreamlike. The river breeze floated in just enough to remind everyone that they were eating dinner inside a living runway. Kiki’s signature glamour mixed with Art Hearts Fashion’s energy created an atmosphere that was part dinner party and part full fantasy.

It was romantic.
It was wild.
It was absolutely Miami.

The Perfect Start to an Over the Top Week

Kiki on the River delivered something that felt bigger than an opening event. It felt like a welcome ritual for the entire week. If last night is the starting point, the rest of Miami Art Week is about to get louder, brighter, and more unforgettable.

Art Hearts Fashion is clearly leading the conversation this year. A yacht entrance. A runway that never stayed still. A crowd that looked like it stepped out of a magazine. This is the beginning of a week that will be talked about long after the models go home.

And it all started on the river.

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A Sunset Filled Evening at Copala Beach for the Daniel Dugan Swim Pre Launch

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Handcrafted details, warm coastal energy, and a boutique that felt like stepping inside an art piece


December 4, 2025

Miami Art Week unfolded another beautiful chapter last night with the Daniel Dugan x COPALA Beach Swimwear Pre Launch, a soft glowing event that traded the runway for something far more intimate. Held inside Copala Beach on Collins Avenue, the evening blended fashion, craftsmanship, and coastal artistry in a way that made the boutique feel like its own creative universe.

From the moment guests walked in, the atmosphere felt warm and personal. Instead of floodlights or booming music, the room carried the mood of a handcrafted paradise. Shelves held colorful woven pieces, each one a reminder of traditional artistry. Tables displayed symbolic beadwork, feathers, carved tools, and pieces that looked like they belonged in an exhibition rather than a retail space. Every corner seemed to tell a story about the materials, the history, and the communities that inspire the Daniel Dugan’s brand.

Clean, natural, coastal inspired and deeply rooted in artistic expression. His work always blends precision and calm and the boutique made his designs feel alive. It became clear that this pre launch was not only a reveal but an immersion into the world that shaped the collection.

Guests wandered through displays of handcrafted jewelry, natural pigments, woven symbols, and artifacts that felt like treasures. It was the kind of room where you slowed down and actually looked, because every detail deserved a moment. The textures and colors pulled people in. The lighting warmed everything. It felt like walking through a living mood board.

His pieces shone shelves lined with oils, beaded necklaces draped like artwork, and carefully designed pieces arranged with intention. Nothing felt commercial. Everything felt curated.

At the center of the boutique stood a musician in a flowing printed dress, playing a guitar with the gentlest confidence. Her sound softened the room and made the evening feel like a cozy gathering rather than a fashion event. Guests listened, swayed, and smiled. It was charming, authentic, and perfectly aligned with the brand. The music added magic. It created a lull in the usual Art Week chaos and invited everyone to settle in and just enjoy the moment.

A Reminder of What Fashion Can Feel Like

In a week filled with neon lights, mega clubs, and high drama runways, the Copala Beach pre-launch offered a refreshing shift. It celebrated craft, culture, storytelling, and a slower beauty. It reminded attendees that fashion can be rooted in place and memory, that a garment can carry a narrative, and that a boutique can hold as much artistry as a gallery.

Daniel Dugan’s collaborative collection felt right at home in this space. Natural. Clean. Emotional. Pieces created to be worn but also admired.

The event was peaceful yet alive, luxurious yet grounded, and filled with the kind of thoughtful detail that gives Miami Art Week its depth. Guests left with smiles, full hearts, and a sense of having stepped into a secret pocket of creativity.

It was not a loud night. It was a beautiful one.

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