MERCEDES-BENZ FASHION WEEK MIAMI SWIM

POST EVENT RECAP

July 16, 2007, Miami, FL – It was an exciting conclusion to Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week Miami Swim as Jessica Simpson launched her debut swimwear collection. Jessica’s show provided a spectacular climax to another successful season in Miami Beach, for the largest and certainly most celebrity attended show yet.

CSI Miami's Eric Rodriguez was one of the notable celebrities to drop by The Raleigh. After having lunch Rodriguez was seen in the Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week Miami Swim Penthouse suite customizing some Havaianas to accompany him on his trip to Montreal where he will be shooting his upcoming film -- Let the Game Begin.

The Hills star, Audrina Patridge, was also seen in the Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week Miami Swim Penthouse as she received a make-over and shopping spree courtesy of Sunsilk.

Jessica Simpson Upclose Behind The Scenes at Miami Swim

Not only did Ashley Paige show some awe-inspiring designs, the hot California designer also introduced one of the Bay County Humane Society’s adorable “celebrityâ€� pups. Ashley Paige's show for Girls Gone Wild attendees included The Hills cast members Spencer Pratt and Heidi Montag and Jaslene from America’s Next Top Model. Celebs that lined up for front row seats included Tyson Beckford, Kim Kardashian, DJ Clue, Ariel Stein, Chudney Ross, Brandon Davis and Jamie-Lynn Sigler.

Celebrated Brazilian swimwear designer Mirla Sabino unveiled the Cruise 2008 collection of her ANK swimwear line Friday night. This season, Sabino’s beautiful collection reflected an organic color palate and uncomplicated shapes combined to create sheer elegance on the runway. Distinctive prints and unique details of shell and stone added to the collection’s luxe appeal.

BECCA by Rebecca Virtue was a hit this year as she presented a romantic, flirtatious experience that bloomed with color and truly defined the feminine form. “It's important to me that my suits make a woman feel sexy and modern yet confident and comfortable,� said designer Rebecca Virtue regarding the inspiration behind her designs.

Shay Toddpresented a tempting yet sensual collection filled with innovation and creative style for the woman who likes to stand out. Spotted sitting front row was Smashbox Studio Cosmetics founder Davis Factor and billionaire “bad boy,� Brandon Davis.

Miss Bikini, the diaphanous and couture swimwear collection out of Italy by gorgeous designing sisters Alessandra Piacentini and Francesca Piacentini debuted for the first time in the United States. In attendance for the occasion and dressed from head to toe in Miss Bikini was CSI Miami's Sophia Milos.

Aussie bikinis created Miami heat as Zimmermann made her US debut at Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week Miami Swim. To show their support for this bondi-girl, Celebrities spotted front row included Jamie Lynn Sigler and Scott Sartiano. Both enjoyed the collection of 60s- and 70s-style silhouettes in canary yellow, jade and python print that stayed true to the Zimmermann signature look.

Men’s swimwear pioneers Parke & Ronen showed another adoring collection this season. With refined details, quality fabrics and an exquisite fit, the Parke & Ronen collection is the answer to the modern-day man’s quest to dress trendy and chic, yet without falling victim to extreme looks.

The highly anticipated Jessica Simpson show ended the week with a hit as fans, friends, family and other industry VIPs flocked to the tents at the Raleigh Hotel for the conclusion of the week. Celebrities such as Jamie-Lynn Siegler was seen sitting from row (at her request), next to Joe Simpson. The two seemed to be in quite a heavy conversation. Who knows if they were talking about the ending of the Soprano’s or Jamie-Lynn getting her very own Jessica Simpson suit. Jessica herself was in attendance, sitting front row to show her support for those hard-working southern belle models. She was looking quite pleased watching the show as cheered with mom and hair care confidant Ken Paves.

Cellulite: Do they have it or don't they? That was the big question on everyone's lips as stars, models and fashion week execs flooded NIVEA's Good-bye Cellulite Cabana at Miami Fashion Week for samples of the sold-out product. Good-bye Cellulite uses L-Carnatine to reduce the appearance of cellulite better than any product before -- so do these stars have cellulite or not?! Seen hoarding multiple samples were: Kim Kardashian, Chudney Ross and Latin Pop Star Ana Cristina.

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Highlights from the shows July 10-13, 2007

The year’s show kicked off with a special presentation by Jacquelyne Love and her Bella Mar Swim line followed by an astounding performance by the legendary Beach Boys, accompanied by John Stamos. Attendees enjoyed a classic set of the Beach Boys greatest summer hits to accompany models walking the Raleigh Pool runway. The Beach Boys sang a special version of Fun, Fun, Fun for the occasion -- "And she'll have fun fun fun 'til her daddy takes the Mercedes away" -- much more appropriate for the week AND the age. Brandon Davis showed his support of hometown heroes and swimwear fashion, dancing until late into the night flanked by beautiful models.

Amir Slama presented his most surreal collection yet for Rosa Cha featuring DADA inspired swimwear embellished with spoons, geometric objects and other surprising “accessories�.

Badgley Mischka debuted their inaugural swimwear collection reminiscent of the styles for their most fabulous looks found on the runways of New York. Celebrities in attendance to support the launch included Tyson Beckford, Chudney Ross and Kim Kardashian.

Cia.Mar?ma, Brazil's largest producer of high-end beachwear, presented it’s debut collection in the United States. This bombshell Brazilian label filled the runways of Miami with sexy styles “delivered� by DHL the world's leading global express delivery and logistics company.

Bobbie Thomas, host of Style Network’s “Fashion Police� and Style Editor for NBC’s “Today issued an open casting call to “real� women of all shapes and sizes with Xtra Life LYCRA® “Fits the Beach� bathing suit makeovers. These local women were then invited to strut their new style as part of the Xtra Life LYCRA® group runway show. Highlights from the show including styles containing Xtra Life LYCRA^® fabric from: Hot Tuna, Karla Colletto, Red Carter, Sauvage, Be Creative, If Figures, La Perla Beachwear, Anna Club by La Perla, Sunflair, Banana Moon, BECCA, Betsey Johnson, Leilani, Juicy Couture Beach, Carmen Marc Valvo, Speedo, Andres Sarda, Rygy, Gottex, and Brette Sandler.

DE et DR Don Eduardo et Donna Rosalia presented her first collection in the United States featuring hot Italian designs for the whole family. After a successful show, the designer is looking forward to next year’s Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week Miami Swim.

True Religion showcased their first-ever swimwear line with an extensive range of vintage-inspired prints, bold hippie florals, intricate paisleys, crocheted patterns, ombr?nd beaded swimsuits in a bright, wide range of colors. Dennis Rodman caught up with Jeffrey Lubell, chairman and chief executive officer of Indigo Denim USA as they watched the debut from the front row.

Red Carter launched his spectacular Resort 2008 Collection for an adoring crowd with a house filled with over 600 fans of the South Beach designer. Notable attendees included Dennis Rodman, Chris Ciccone, celebrity stylist Robert Verdi, model Tyson Beckford and Full Frontal Fashion hosts Cindy Taylor and James Aguiar.