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Masterpieces from Spain’s Baroque Era
Splendor and Passion: A Journey Through the Heart of Spain’s Golden Age, Where Art, Empire, and Emotion Converge in Masterpieces of Unmatched Grandeur.
November 6th, 2024
In celebration of the Boca Raton Museum of Art’s 75th anniversary, I had the distinct pleasure of attending the highly anticipated exhibition Splendor and Passion: Baroque Spain and Its Empire. This remarkable event offered an immersive journey into the grandeur and emotional depth of Spain’s Golden Age, a period that birthed some of the most celebrated works of Western art.
Diego Velázquez, Gaspar de Guzmán, Conde-Duque de Olivares, ca. 1625-1626, oil on canvas. Courtesy of The Hispanic Society of America, New York
Curated in collaboration with the prestigious Hispanic Society Museum & Library of New York City, the exhibition presented a rich tapestry of 57 masterpieces spanning the 16th and 17th centuries. With works by legendary artists such as El Greco, Bartolomé Esteban Murillo, and Diego Velázquez, Splendor and Passion transported visitors into a world where art was not merely decorative but a powerful force that reflected the cultural, religious, and political turmoil of Spain’s imperial dominance.
El Greco (Doménikos Theotókopoulos), Saint Luke, 1590s, oil on canvas. Courtesy of The Hispanic Society of America, New York
These masterpieces were windows into an era of profound human emotion, where beauty, devotion, and complexity intertwined. The collection exquisitely highlighted the artistic flourishing during Spain’s Baroque period, showing how these works influenced not only European art but also had far-reaching effects across the globe, shaping artistic movements in the Americas and beyond.
Bartolomé Esteban Murillo, The Prodigal Son Among the Swine, 1656-1665, oil on canvas. Courtesy of The Hispanic Society of America, New York
One of the most breathtaking features of the exhibition was the painstakingly detailed reproduction of Velázquez’s iconic “Las Meninas” by contemporary Spanish conceptual artist Félix De La Concha. Painted in oil on an impressive 140 sheets of paper, this masterful reproduction offered a fresh perspective on Velázquez’s monumental work, reconstructed in life-size scale. It was a true testament to the power of reinterpretation, allowing visitors to appreciate the painting’s nuances and complexity from an entirely new vantage point.
Follower of El Greco, Saint James the Great, ca. 1620, oil on canvas. Courtesy of The Hispanic Society of America, New York
In every corner of the exhibit, visitors were drawn into a world where art was a passionate expression of the times—a mirror to Spain’s imperial power, religious fervor, and the personal stories of its artists. Splendor and Passion: Baroque Spain and Its Empire gives a profound exploration of cultural history, artistic genius, and the enduring power of art to move and inspire.
Diego Velázquez, Camillo Astalli, known as Cardinal Pamphili, 1650-1651, oil on canvas. Courtesy of The Hispanic Society of America, New York
This extraordinary exhibition is an absolute must-see. It served as both a tribute to Spain’s artistic legacy and a reminder of the Boca Raton Museum of Art’s unwavering dedication to presenting world-class exhibitions that illuminate our shared cultural heritage. Splendor and Passion is a truly unparalleled experience, one that undoubtedly left a lasting impression on all who were fortunate enough to witness it.
Miguel de Pret or Unknown Artist, Still Life with Melon and Fowl, 1630, oil on canvas. Courtesy of The Hispanic Society of America, New York
The exhibition continues until March 30th, 2025. For more information about the Splendor and Passion: Baroque Spain and Its Empire exhibition, the 75th-anniversary celebrations, membership, and admission, contact the Boca Raton Museum of Art at 561-392-2500 or visit online at bocamuseum.org.
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Luli Fama celebrates its Paradise Found Cruise ’27 swimwear and resortwear collection with a luxury Miami launch at its Dadeland Mall boutique.
August 20, 2026
Miami swimwear favorite Luli Fama is stepping into Cruise ’27 with Paradise Found, a new swimwear and resortwear collection inspired by tropical escapes, exotic prints and effortless vacation glamour.
South Florida Insider has already taken a closer look at the Luli Fama Paradise Found collection, and it feels made for Miami.
The new Cruise ’27 collection combines the bold, body-confident swimwear Luli Fama is known for with elevated resort pieces designed to move effortlessly from the beach and pool to cocktails and dinner.
On Thursday, August 20, Luli Fama will celebrate Paradise Found with an exclusive evening at its newest Dadeland Mall boutique in Miami, complete with fashion, light bites, personalized surprises, and a luxe espresso martini bar.
Inside Luli Fama’s Paradise Found Cruise ’27 Collection
Paradise Found is inspired by the feeling of discovering a hidden tropical retreat.
Think lush landscapes, warm golden hour light, exotic patterns, and silhouettes made for somewhere beautiful.
The collection features Luli Fama signatures, including flattering ruched details, seamless construction, adjustable fits, and statement swimwear, alongside an expanded selection of resortwear.
We especially love the pieces that blur the line between swim and ready-to-wear.
Flowing dresses, sleek coverups, and body-skimming silhouettes make it easy to transition from a sun-drenched afternoon to an evening out without losing that relaxed resort feeling.
It is sensual, polished, and unmistakably Miami.
Luli Fama Brings Luxury Resort Style to Miami
There is a reason Paradise Found feels so natural in South Florida.
In Miami, resortwear is not reserved for vacation.
A swimsuit can become part of an outfit. A coverup can take you to lunch. A flowing resort dress can carry you from an afternoon by the water straight into cocktails and dinner.
Luli Fama has always understood that lifestyle.
Paradise Found takes it a step further, creating a Cruise ’27 wardrobe that feels as appropriate for a tropical getaway as it does for a weekend in Miami.
The campaign captures that mood beautifully, pairing the collection with palms, lush greenery, tropical architecture and the kind of sun soaked setting that makes you want to extend your vacation indefinitely.
Paradise Found Comes to Luli Fama at Dadeland Mall
Luli Fama will bring the world of Paradise Found to life on Thursday, August 20 from 5:00 PM to 8:00 PM at its newest boutique at Dadeland Mall in Miami.
The intimate celebration will bring together invited guests, influencers, celebrities and media for an early look at Cruise ’27.
Luli Fama is also dressing invited guests in pieces from the brand, allowing the new collection to be experienced the way it was designed to be worn: in motion, styled and out for the evening.
Luli After Hours Espresso Martini Bar
Fashion is only part of the experience.
For the Paradise Found celebration, Luli Fama is introducing Luli After Hours, an Espresso Martini Bar inspired by the glamour of the collection.
Guests will be able to sip three specialty espresso martinis created for the evening.
The Luli Babe puts a polished spin on the classic espresso martini, while Golden Hour pairs salted caramel with edible gold shimmer. Miami After Dark takes a richer approach with chocolate hazelnut and a cocoa dust finish.
Along with cocktails, guests can expect light bites, curated details and a special personalized surprise.
The result feels less like a traditional retail event and more like checking into a private resort for the evening.
A Miami Swimwear Brand Celebrates at Home
For a brand with such a strong connection to South Florida, launching Paradise Found in Miami feels especially fitting.
Luli Fama has built its identity around colorful, confident swimwear and resort fashion with a distinctly tropical point of view.
Paradise Found carries that identity into Cruise ’27 while giving it a more elevated, escapist mood.
And with Luli Fama’s newest boutique now at Dadeland Mall, Miami shoppers have another destination to experience the brand in person.
After getting our own closer look at Luli Fama’s Paradise Found Cruise ’27 collection, we can safely say the name fits.
Paradise has officially been found, and this time, it is in Miami.
Check out the collection HERE
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