In a vibrant fusion of high fashion and athletic fervor, Flaunt magazine and Loewe hosted an exclusive celebration honoring Aryna Sabalenka, the tennis virtuoso and recent Flaunt cover star, at chic Casa Neos to kick-off the Miami Open. This curated gathering, a testament to the intersection of sport and artistry, welcomed a discerning assemblage of athletes, creatives, and industry elites.

Guests indulged in signature bites, the Marg-Aryna, a cocktail masterpiece conceived by Sabalenka and executed by Dobel Tequila, while the sonic landscape was sculpted by the dynamic DJ sets of Jay.Wav, Grand Marchis, and Sole Aspect. Sip Channe offered a unique, immersive pour experience, elevating the evening’s sensory journey. 

The esteemed guest list included:  Kris Humphries, Academy Award-winning actor Cuba Gooding Jr., ’80s sensation Taylor Dayne, actor Vincent De Paul, entrepreneur and real estate visionary Alan Faena, art collector Rasher Benacerraf, designer Sam Robin, Kavita Channe, CEO of Sip Channé, VP of events, Ernesto Arambatzis, luxury connoisseur Gianfranco Berardinelli and a host of Wilhelmina models draped in beautiful Loewe ensembles. Each guest added their unique luster to the event.

The event was produced by Rose Thorn (@rosefaiththorn) and Jeffrey Jah (@jeffreyjah), bringing a seamless blend of high fashion, sport, and culture to the heart of Miami. The celebration was captured by William Perez (@williamperez_at) and BFA (@bfa), highlighting the night’s energy and elegance. Photos courtesy of BFA.

By:  Dr. Mary Jo Almeida Shore

Every March tennis aficionados from all over the world flock to the Miami Open to see the top men and women players such as Roger Federer, Novak Djokovic, Serena Williams, Venus Williams and more compete in one of the biggest and most important tournaments. With tennis being such a global sport, having players from all over the world compete for one of the most prestigious titles on the tour and Miami already being so international, you see some of the most passionate and energetic fans. Celebrities and world-renowned figures in the entertainment and sports industries can always be found taking in the matches on stadium court under the tropical south Florida sun. 

But more spectators each year are considering the Miami Open as  a culinary destination: with over 100 dining venues/options, tennis fans and those who are merely fans of the “social side of tennis” can please their palates with flavors from around the globe.  Thanks to Great Performances, which stealthily and expertly orchestrates all of the concession and dining options at the tournament, the Miami Open has become as much about the food as about the game; catapulting the tournament’s evolution from a sports event to an annual lifestyle celebration. Read the rest of this entry »