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Styleyes Gets Down and Dirty in Miami
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D.A.D.E., which stands for Down And Dirty Ethics, started as a home screen-printing venture and quickly became Miami's streetwear staple. Creators Pedro Claveria, Raúl Garcia, and Andrew Arancibia draw inspiration for their clothing from everyday life—both good or bad experiences.

The design for their 'She Devil' T-shirt (above) was inspired by Arancibia's breakup. "I was about to get married and it didn't work out so from that day on..."

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Model Latinas Bare It All in Bikinis
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Two of our hot new Model Latina Miami contestants rocked a rooftop runway last week in 100% recycled swimwear designed by Eco-Panda. The event, which took place at the Hard Rock Hotel in San Diego and was sponsored by Sí TV and Ocean magazine, featured contestants Codie and Melissa.

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Model Latinas: Where Are They Now?
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While we gear up for the next season of Model Latina (this year it's heating up in Miami!), Chicana Style fills you in on what the lovely ladies from season one have been up to. Hint: a lot!

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Michael Jackson: A Fashion Icon Dies
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This blog is dedicated to one of the greatest entertainers of all time: Michael Joseph Jackson (August 29, 1958—June 25, 2009). Despite the molestation allegations and his peculiar lifestyle, there's no denying Michael Jackson is one of the most influential pop culture figures to ever walk this planet. 

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Top 15 Model Latinas Revealed!
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Oye! The new contestants of Model Latina Miami have just been revealed and they're absolutely stunning!!! Looks aren't all they have though. These girls are professional dancers, community activists, college grads and straight up role models. With roots stemming from Nicaragua, Cuba, Brazil, Ecuador, Puerto Rico, Mexico and more, our new contestants truly represent diverse Latinas. Are you as excited for the new season as I am? MODEL LATINA MIAMI PREMIERES SUNDAY 8/2 AT 9PM ET/PT. Read More



First Lady's 'fit in Isabel Toledo Exhibit
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Who can forget First Lady Michelle Obama's inauguration outfit? That yellow wool-lined number designed by Cubana Isabel Toledo landed on everyone's fashion hit list. Well now it's going even deeper down in history. The Museum at the Fashion Institute of Technology in New York is showcasing it as part of an Isabel Toledo exhibit running through Sept. 26.

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Trend Alert: Indie Creators
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I'm always rooting for the underdog. I try to buy local and independently made goods over massively produced sweat shop-promoting imports. I browse Etsy to see what's new in the handmade world, frequent my neighborhood farmer's market, and support local artists of all genres whenever possible. I've taken the first step in kicking a bad habit by admitting I have an addiction to Forever 21. Read More



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