Aventura, FL – August 24, 2011 – The only thing shining brighter than the jewelry at the Franco Pianegonda cocktail event was the star of the evening, the designer himself, who made a rare in-store appearance at his Aventura Mall boutique location.  Miami’s style-savvy made the trek north to preview the Fall 2011 Collection, sip cocktails and meet the famed, Italy-based designer. Snacking on light bites while perusing the La Maison franco PIANEGONDA collections, those who made purchases that evening received a gift valued at $150 as well as a personal engraving made by Franco Pianegonda on their piece.

Antonia & Giovanni Pianegonda

Charisse White, Jaclyn Sandoval, Cheryl Hohweiler, & Lindsay Seruggs

Daniela Maroso-Marquez & Sestilio Paciotti

Charisse White & Jaclyn Sandoval

Vene & Franco Giufurta

Daniela Maroso-Marquez

Tara Solomon, Daniela Maroso-Marquez, & Franco Pianegonda

Justine Carifio & Luca Migliora

Sandra Rodriguez