Just Makeup my life: A night in Havana

Save the date and join us for a
Night of Contemporary Art & Fashion.

This is the unveiling of a unique collaboration between renowned Artist
Humberto Benitez &
Fashion house Ella Bella Rozio.

The net proceeds will benefit

The Fashion for Charity

Scholarship fund for children who would like to pursue a career in the
Fashion or Art industry.

Tickets are $50 in advance full access to event

www.ffcanightinhavana.eventbrite.com

$60 at the door

Includes cocktail reception by Diageo

Hor's d'ouves by
Azucar Cuban Cuisine & Cigars

The exhibit will be

Thursday November 14, 2013

at the

Coral Gables Museum

285 Aragon Avenue,

Coral Gables FL 33134

Open Reception starts at 630pm

GO BACK IN TIME WITH

FASHION FOR CHARITY’S

“A NIGHT IN HAVANA”

CONTEMPORARY ART AND FASHION EXHIBITION EVENT
One of a kind collaboration between renowned artist Humberto Benitez andFashion House Ella Bella RoZio,

and emceed by Celebrity TV Host, Mariana Rodriguez MIAMI, Florida – October 24, 2013 –

A warm tropical breeze is making its way to the Coral Gables Museum with Fashion for Charity’s

“A Night In Havana” contemporary art and fashion exhibition event on Thursday, November 14 at 6:30pm at the Coral Gables Museum. The Latin theme event, hosted by Celebrity TV Host, Mariana Rodriguez, will feature a unique collaboration between renowned artist Humberto Benitez and fashion powerhouse Ella Bella RoZio. Guests will be transported back in time to Cuba in the 1950s to experience the sounds, Latin-inspired cocktails, gourmet Cuban food, cigar rolling, silent auction, dancing and entertainment. Curated by Denise Gerson, former Associate Director of the The Lowe Art Museum, the exhibition will consist of seven of Benitez’s most famous paintings including Liliam, Vestido Azul, Los Invitados, Romance in the Bar, Tu Canción and El Alcazar, who are known for its vibrant colors, movement and texture, paired with Ella Bella RoZio’s Couture collection of unique and umcomprable artistic designs. Their use of intricately tailored silks and imported embellishments, intertwine the story told between fashion and art.
During the event, guests will have an opportunity to be among the first to be part of a special unveiling of a collaboration between Ella Bella RoZio’s design incorporated in the exclusive painting of Benitez called “Hilda,” inspired and dedicated to Benitez’s beloved aunt in Havana, who was a couture seamstress. The special painting will be available to guests as a limited edition poster that everyone will be able to purchase during the exhibition event.
“I am extremely happy to be able to bring together the collaboration of these two amazing artists to the Coral Gables Museum,” said Diane Superville, founder & president of Fashion for Charity. “This is a wonderful way to unite art and fashion and at the same time raise funds to provide scholarships to students in the art and fashion world.” The net proceeds from the event will benefit Fashion for Charity’s Scholarship Fund for children who would like to pursue a career in the fashion and art industry.
Guests will have the opportunity to enjoy DIAGEO cocktails as well as gourmet Cuban food and cigar rolling by Coral Gables restaurant Azucar Cuban Cuisine & Cigar, while entertained by salsa performers from Gigi Academy, a local and well known performing arts studio and academy.
Sponsors of the event include Azucar Cuban Cuisine & Cigars, the Coral Gables Museum, DIAGEO, Starbucks, AVER Productions, Rik Rak Salon, Leon Medical Center, Tele- Efficient, Minuteman Press of Coral Gables, Station America and Motives Cosmetics.
Fashion for Charity is also composed of a great group of local Miami leading professionals such as the event creator and production coordinator, Yris Nieves from The IN Group, a brand and image consulting and special fashion events production company, as well as Bertha Diaz from Bertha Diaz PR & Marketing, a public relations, marketing and event planning boutique firm. Both companies have dedicated their time to help coordinate the art and fashion exhibition event. In addition, Fashion for Charity received valuable advice and direction from gallery director, Lissette Benitez for H. Benitez Fine Art Gallery, Inc. Tickets to the event are $50 which includes cocktail reception, hors d’ouvres, entertainment, silent auction and full access to the event. To purchase tickets, please visit www.ffcanightinhavana.eventbrite.com.
Local businesses still have an opportunity to gain marketing exposure at the Fashion for Charity event participating as sponsors. For additional information about how to become a sponsor for Fashion for Charity, please contact president, Diane Superville at diane@fashionforcharityevents.com.

ABOUT FASHION FOR CHARITY

Fashion for Charity is a non-profit organization that helps other non-profit organizations bring awareness of their causes by hosting fashion inspired events and workshops. Over the years, Fashion for Charity events have drawn more than 800 fashion industry professionals, brand ambassadors, local influencers and members of the media who attended to help raise funds. Funds generated from ticket sales, benefited non-profit organizations such as Girl Power, The Edge Charitable Foundation, YWCA of Greater Miami-Dade and the Casimiro Global Fundation. In keeping a strong presence in its native community of Miami, Fashion for Charity has expanded its reach through the creation of workshops providing assistance to women as well as a scholarship program to benefit studens interested in pursuing a career in the art and fashion industry. For additional information, visit www.fashionforcharityevents.com.

ABOUT THE ARTIST HUMBERTO BENITEZ

Born in Havana, Cuba in 1960, Humberto came to the United States at the age of nine from the small town of Guanajay, located in western Pinar del Rio. The tender years of his childhood is the foundation of much of Humberto’s inspiration. During his early years in Guanajay, he developed a youthful fascination with the visual effects of blending charcoal with the native red clay soil. This humble yet perceptive groundwork evolved into his own method of blending the colors with the environments of his pieces, thereby creating the incredible visualizations of movement and light associated with his paintings. "Casa de Fiesta", one of Humberto Benitez’s largest published works, received media acclaim from NBC 6 Prime Time. He was also commissioned by Oceania Cruise Lines for work on two ships, which are currently on permanent installation aboard the Marina and the Riviera. His work is collected nationally and internationally.

ABOUT THE FASHION DESIGNER ELLA BELLA ROZIO

Ella Bella RoZio Couture is a design house established since 1983 by Fashion Designer and FIT alum, Rocio Sanchez. Celebrating 30 years as a designer in the industry, and taking the company to international levels with her couture and wholesale business, Rocio is now proud to have her daughter Ella Tello join her in partnership. The two make a perfect combination; years of experience combined with new and fresh talent. The family owned and operated company also includes Rocio’s son, Fernando Tello who is the Business Marketing Director of the fashion house. Rocio and Ella are also proud owners and directors of The Institute of Fashion. The Institute is an opportunity for young students, ages 8 to 25 to experience the world of fashion by designing, constructing, and modeling their own collections. They have educated over 600 IOF Young Designers of America.