Miami Beach, FL – February 23, 2011 – W South Beach Hotel & Residences hosted a vibrant Brazilian swimwear fashion show in partnership with Saks Fifth Avenue Bal Harbour and ABEST (The Association of Brazilian Fashion Designers). Guests sipped cocktails in a swanky lounge atmosphere and enjoyed a exhilarating runway show featuring the latest beach looks from ABEST. The designers included Lenny, Vix, Cia Maritima, Jo de Mer and Rosa Cha, whose collections are now available at Saks Fifth Avenue Bal Harbour. Notable attendees included: Monica Kalpakian, Susanne Birbragher, Deborah Slack, Courtland Lantaff, Stephanie de la O, Ricardo Dunin, Jordana Mesner, Daniella Sredni, Ben Levanthal and Jason Binn.

Michelle Bermudez, Bill Goldstein, & Jackie Gingner

Pedro Noronha, Monica Kalpakian, Stephanie De La O, & Ricardo Dunin

Jamie Kirk & Susan Birbragher

Allison Masters, Debra Slack, & Susan Birbragher

Rachel Goldberg & Nordo Nissi