Miami is known as the city where the heat is on. The city’s nightclubs rival the infamous bashes that take go on around the clock in exotic places like Ibiza and Mykonos.
Miami’s vibe is all about energy and glamour, but the city’s signature look is decidedly casual. Miami’s hippest spend their days on the beaches and their nights in the clubs, and their outfits reflect this.
Miami lover Shakira is the fashion inspiration behind this guide to Miami style. When in Rome (or in the case, Miami), she dresses as the “Romans” do, trading her glam duds for the beachy chic look. Some of her Miami wardrobe staples?
Slouchy tees: Nothing says “trying too hard” like a skintight tee. Oversized, tissue-thin shirts lend any outfit that slightly bohemian look that is so right for this city.
Distressed denim: Jeans strike the perfect balance between polished and haphazard, and a few holes and shreds only make them even more alluring. Distressing works on skinnies, boot-cut jeans, and denim mini skirts, but if you really want to embody the vibe of Miami fashion, invest in a great-fitting pair of shredded jean shorts – the shorter the better.
Funky patterns: Capture the energy of Miami with bold printed items. I love T-bags from their offbeat, geometric prints and liberal use of bright colors. Miami is the one place where it isn’t acceptable to wear too much black, so look for vibrant pieces. When you’re here, it’s totally acceptable to break out he tie-dyed tee you’ve been hiding in your closet.
