Category: By Invitation Only

This Is How You Throw A Pool Party

Ocean Blue World Serves It Up with Solaz, a Luxury Collection Resort, Los Cabos, at the 2018 #ATPCaboPoolParty

With an impressively distinguished history when it comes to their involvement in prestigious events, Ocean Blue World can now include a sleek pool party to its growing portfolio of #OceanBlueEvents and #OceanBlueExperiences. Ocean Blue World´s #ATPCaboPoolParty, created together with Solaz, a Luxury Collection Resort, Los Cabos, surpassed all expectations redefining luxury through excellence. Taking a moment in time to celebrate this year´s Abierto Los Cabos ATP World Tour 250, the #ATPCaboPoolParty went down in history as the first edition of many more to come.

The destination of choice, Solaz, a Luxury Collection Resort, Los Cabos, provided the ultimate backdrop to this unforgettable pool party, exuding sophistication and style in all its grandeur. Flavorful culinary offerings were prepared by Chef Pedro Arceyut alongside an incomparable level of professional guest services. Now open, this new luxury property is set for those seeking unique destination experiences.

The 2018 #ATPCaboPoolParty, especially designed for the professional players, was enjoyed by the likes of Sam Querrey, Ernesto Escobedo, Joe Salisbury, Andreas Siljestrom and Manuel Sanchez, among many others. Attracting internationally recognized luxury brands and a VIP guestlist, the magic of summer was revealed with front row seats to unbelievable ocean views in Los Cabos, Mexico. Guests were introduced to top brands including L’Occitane en Provence, Del Cabo Event Design, Otaduy Yachts, Polaris, Mercedes-Benz BCS, Tequila Clase Azul, Vilebrequin and Luxury Avenue, Baja Beans Coffee, NOMU, La Europea, Moët & Chandon, and Engel & Völkers Snell Real Estate, each sprinkling an elegant hint of their collections, products and personalized services, creating the most esteemed luxury experience for all.

Ocean Blue World Productions provided the exclusive coverage capturing the #BehindTheScenes excitement as athletes and guests mingled under the sun and experienced a pool party like no other. As part of the global elite men´s professional tennis circuit, the Abierto Los Cabos week made for some monumental matches and Ocean Blue World Productions was there every step of the way capturing the highest level of competition and thrill.

Ocean Blue World, the global, luxury networking platform, together with Solaz Resort proudly left their signature ¨watermark¨ on this year´s 2018 #ATPCaboPoolParty. Step into the world of Ocean Blue, a place where the options are endless.

 

For more information:
Tania Ashby
Public Relations
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(011-521) 624.355.5504

HAVOC INAUGURATES FLAGSHIP SHOWROOM IN MASARYK

Havoc, a Mexican brand that revolutionizes the way modern men buy custom-made clothes, opens its Flagship showroom on the most cosmopolitan and trendy street in Mexico City, President Masaryk.

More than 100 guests including businessmen, opinion leaders and celebrities gathered to witness the ribbon cutting of the second space of this proudly Mexican brand of Made to Measure suits.

Havoc innovator in custom services has an aggressive plan of expansion and opening of showrooms due to the high demand of its unique personalization services at a very accessible price.

The originality, avant-garde and transforming experience of Havoc style, reaches Masaryk. The new brand inaugurates its Flagship Showroom in Mexico City, with the help of friends, opinion leaders, celebrities and collaborators on Thursday, August 16 of this year.

Havoc brand’s 100% Mexican custom-made suits for men present a unique offer of handcrafted clothing with focus on detail, the highest quality and an unprecedented experience. You will find the best fabrics from the best European and National houses at a very affordable price.

In an exclusive cocktail full of style and glamor, personalities such as: Manuel Balbi, Tizoc Arroyo, Gabriel Ibarzabal, Ramiro Fumazoni, Juan Vidal, Bobby Medina and Alex Duran together discovered the second showroom of the brand that less than a year of its existence , comes to revolutionize the way men buy tailored suits and shirts.

Juan Pablo Morales CEO of Havoc commented “We give value to individuality, reflecting the knowledge of our customers and their desire to have something unique that exceeds their expectations. Given the success we have had in our online portal and in our first showroom, we have invested in an aggressive plan to open 20 more spaces nationwide to bring this service to more consumers. Havoc’s business model manages to have attractive prices never before seen in Mexico by not having intermediaries and leveraging technology. “

Gerardo Morera CEO of Personal Brands Group commented: “We are proud to be a 100% Mexican company that grows together with Mexico and even more to open our second store and flagship in Presidente Masarik. In our Group we create a personal link with each client, in order to grow the value of our portfolio of brands and Havoc offers a great value for money, we believe that luxury and personalization should not be unattainable.”

 

At the event, a tour was given to all the guests to show this transformative style experience, with the aim of changing the traditional business of buying tailored suits, coats and shirts, disrupting the traditional retail market and transforming fine clothing into an experience.

Not all suits fit each person, only the perfect one is made for each person, and in that Havoc is unique. A made-to-measure garment speaks for itself. Historically, this attire often denotes man and has been used to affirm power, personality and elegance. 

At Havoc, garments are those that must be adapted to men, and reflect their personality in an authentic and differentiated way. The first step is to find your own style and in this, the Havoc team of advisors are distinguished.

Without a doubt, it was an incredible night and full of style.

OCEAN BLUE WORLD LAUNCHES NEW PRODUCTIONS DIVISION DEBUTING WITH A #BYINVITATIONONLY YACHT EXPERIENCE

On the rise, the global, luxury networking platform, Ocean Blue World, expands its business strategies with the recent addition of Ocean Blue World Productions. This division perfectly complements the already established magazine and platform and is set to further strengthen the brand for the emerging luxury lifestyle market.

Offering clientele and partners all aspects of full digital services from videography, photography, sophisticated drone techniques and professional-grade interview capabilities, Ocean Blue World Productions provides specialized services in a myriad of ways including at tailored events and Ocean Blue Experiences. Producing fresh, engaging, and innovative quality production, this team of experienced professionals are committed to taking the Ocean Blue World luxury brand to the next level with an advanced way that resonates with the company´s growing list of discerning clients, internationally recognized luxury brands, advertisers and affluent readers. ¨Having grown into a global leader in the luxury market, Ocean Blue World is proud to serve its clients through the magazine, events and experiences, social media, digital, luxury toys, and sponsorship, and now with the addition of Ocean Blue World Productions we can truly offer 360-degree signature services delivering only the best of the best,¨ states Vanessa Fukunaga, sole Owner, Publisher | CEO.

Debuting at the exclusive 2-night #OceanBlueExperience aboard the Ocean Blue branded yacht, the production team captured this exceptional journey on the seas, drawing the spotlight to the custom-made experience being enjoyed by both clients and guests alike. Luxury brands included Carolina Herrera and Salvatore Ferragamo, both exhibiting their superior collector items courtesy of Luxury Avenue. Tequila Clase Azul provided an excellent tequila tasting experience and Chef Alex Branch from Herringbone at Vidanta Los Cabos passionately presented his exquisite gourmet cuisine, all of which took place aboard the one-of-a-kind luxury vessel part of the fleet from Otaduy Yachts.

Soothing the soul with breathtaking vistas in the heart of Los Cabos´ Sea of Cortez, this was the perfect location for Ocean Blue World Productions to place its first footprint. As Ocean Blue World continues to ascend the luxury tier, this exclusive division will only further deepen the company´s expansion in the world´s premium niche markets. Step into the world of Ocean Blue, a place where the options are endless.

For more information or to reserve with Ocean Blue World Productions, please contact:

Tania Ashby
Public Relations
Tania.ashby@localhost
(011-521) 624.355.5504

Highlights of The Open 2018

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The Open 2018

With a leaderboard featuring some of the world’s top players, including stars of the golf world like Tiger Woods, Jordan Spieth and Rory McIlroy, Italian champion Francesco Molinari stepped up to win his first major title.

The stellar play of Molinari—who also won Europe’s other major event, the BMW PGA Championship at Wentworth in May—led him to claim the trophy at the Open Championship at Carnoustie.

Less than a month ago, Molinari also won the Quicken Loans National—and was handed the trophy by Tiger Woods, the event host.

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After an exciting Open championship, the world rankings have shifted!

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New York Fashion Week: Men’s SS19

NYFW: Men’s

 

Over three days, New York Fashion Week: Men’s featured 20 runway shows and presentations produced by the CFDA at Industria Studios and Cadillac House in New York City for the July 2018 season.

From street style to the runway, New York Fashion Week: Men’s showcased sporty silhouettes and vivid colors from some of the most innovative menswear designers for glamorous front rows packed with a who’s who of the fashion scene.

Designers at New York Fashion Week: Men’s Spring-Summer 2019 included Todd Snyder, Bode, Head of State, Kenneth Nicholson and Victor Li.

Check out some top highlights from the #NYFWM shows below.

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Highlights from Paris Haute Couture

Featured Photo: Courtesy of Chanel.

Paris Haute Couture Fall-Winter 2018/19

The Fall-Winter 2018/19 Haute Couture Fashion Shows brought ultra-luxurious glamour and style to Paris, with top models, glittering gowns and the fashion world’s elite.

Over five days, top couturiers, trending brands and emerging talents presented fashion’s highest and most rarefied clothes, as thousands of fashion influencers descended on Paris on private jets to catch their favorites.

Givenchy

Stunning silhouettes awed at the Givenchy Couture Fall-Winter 2018/19 show, designed by Clare Waight Keller for Caraman, her tribute Haute Couture show to Hubert de Givenchy.

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CHANEL

Silver and black tones with lots of texture ruled the Fall-Winter 2018/19 CHANEL Haute Couture show.

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Maison Valentino

Supermodel Kaia Gerber rose to the occasion with big hair and a gorgeous, ethereal feather gown at the Valentino Haute Couture Fall-Winter 2018/19 Fashion Show in Paris.

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Dior

Supermodel and all-around woman extraordinaire Karlie Kloss was an inspiring front-row presence at the show unveiling the Autumn-Winter 2018-2019 Haute Couture collection designed by Maria Grazia Chiuri.

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US Open 2018

Back-to-Back Champion Brooks Koepka Wins the 2018 US Open

One year later, Brooks Koepka defended his US Open title with a dramatic performance at Shinnecock Hills in Southampton, NY. As the first player to defend his title in 29 years, and only the seventh player to win back-to-back titles, Koepka has earned his place in US Open history.

An extremely challenging course setup and a field of top players led to closely matched rounds, including World No. 1 and 2016 US Open champion Dustin Johnson, reigning Masters champion Patrick Reed, Tommy Fleetwood, Tony Finau and Daniel Berger.

With a two-putt bogey on the 72nd hole, and a one-stroke victory over Tommy Fleetwood, Brooks Koepka became the 118th US Open Champion and the first back-to-back champion since 1989.

The 2019 US Open will take place in Pebble Beach, CA.

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Art Basel 2018

Art Basel in Basel 2018

“…The unrivalled barometer of the art market.” – Roxana Azimi | Le Monde

The legendary Art Basel exposition brought together the international art world, with 290 of the world’s leading galleries showcasing the works of over 4,000 innovative artists.

A full program of groundbreaking shows and talks took place each day. Exhibitions and events also surrounded the exposition at cultural institutions in Basel and the surrounding area, including an exciting, region-wide art week.

 

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Leading private collectors from Europe, the Americas, Asia, Africa and the Middle East attended this year, as well as representatives from over 400 museums and institutions, including: The Bass, Miami Beach; Brooklyn Museum, New York; Centre Pompidou Foundation, Paris; Hammer Museum, Los Angeles; Louisiana Museum of Modern Art, Copenhagen; Los Angeles County Museum of Art; The Museum of Modern Art, New York; Norval Foundation, Cape Town; Rockbund Art Museum, Shanghai; Serpentine Galleries, London; Solomon R. Guggenheim Museum, New York; Tate, London; and Yuz Museum, Shanghai.

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2018 CFDA Fashion Awards

Issa… Brooklyn… Digital Nominees and Honorees Unveil… The 2018 CFDA Fashion Awards in Partnership with Swarovski on June 4th, 2018 was filled with a night of excitement, celebrities and of course fashion! Founded in 1981, the Awards are the highest honor in fashion and recognize the outstanding contributions made to American fashion in womenswear, menswear, accessories and emerging talent, as well as journalism, creative vision, personal style, positive change, and lifetime achievement.

“The 2018 CFDA Fashion Awards continue to honor those who have led the American fashion industry, and this year, we welcome designers who approach fashion in new ways,” said Steven Kolb, President and CEO of the CFDA.

Nominations for each award category are submitted by the CFDA Fashion Awards Guild, an invitation-only network made up of the 500+ members of the CFDA, along with top fashion retailers, journalists, stylists and influencers. The nominees as well as recipients of the honorary awards are ratified by the CFDA Board of Directors. The Guild also votes for the winners for Womenswear, Menswear an Accessory Designer of the Year, as well as the unified Swarovski Award for Emerging Talent.

And the winners are in…

The Influencer Award
Kim Kardashian West

Members Salute
Ralph Lauren

Womenswear Designer of The Year
Gabriela Hearst
Marc Jacobs
Virgil Abloh for Off-White
Mary-Kate and Ashley Olsen for The Row
WIN – Raf Simons for Calvin Klein

Menswear Designer of The Year
Raf Simons for Calvin Klein
Virgil Abloh for Off-White
Tom Ford
Thom Browne
WIN – James Jebbia for Supreme

Accessory Designer of The Year
Paul Andrew
Stuart Vevers for Coach
Rachel Mansur and Floriana Gavriel for Mansur Gavriel
Irene Neuwirth
WIN – Mary-Kate and Ashley Olsen for The Row

The Swarovski Award for Emerging Talent
Mike Amiri for Amiri
Laura Vassar and Kristopher Brock for Brock Collection
Aurora James for Brother Vellies
Kerby Jean-Raymond for Pyer Moss
WIN – Sander Lak for Sies Marjan

The Swarovski Award for Positive Change
Diane von Furstenberg

The Geoffrey Beene Lifetime Achievement Award
Narciso Rodriguez

The Founder’s Award
Carolina Herrera

The Media Award
Edward Enninful

The International Award
Donatella Versace

 

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Ocean Blue World Delivers the Ultimate Luxury Event Experience

On Location at Casa Fryzer

Ocean Blue World, a global, luxury networking platform, along with Engel & Völkers Snell Real Estate, recently presented Casa Fryzer, Cabo´s most exceptional property, with a tailored and exclusive #OnLocationOceanBlueExperience. In a class entirely on its own, this prestigious #ByInvitationOnly event was host to nearly 200 discerning clients, homeowners, and luxury brands who joined this experience illuminated by a home that truly redefines luxury living.

Pampering the palate, Chef Hector Lucas from Anica Restaurant treated guests with a variety of delicious contemporary Mexican hors d’oeuvres. An exclusive tequila tasting experience by Casa Dragones passionately demonstrated their commitment to the quality of crafting exceptional tequila, while La Europea and Ferimp presented a fine selection of prized champagne and luxury wines.

Talleres de los Ballesteros exhibited their exquisite Mexican jewelry and superior collector items creating a dazzling foreground to the sweeping infinity pool. Stunning art works from Pez Gordo Gallery were elegantly on display, while soothing hand massages were provided by Betty´s Spa in the chic and contemporary bathrooms. Additionally, Ocean Blue World and Engel & Völkers Snell Real Estate stylishly exhibited their luxury products and personalized services.

The evening would not be complete without an extravagant closing finale as guests gathered together to experience a magical burst of fireworks and dancing creating a glow radiantly reflecting off the Sea of Cortez.

Over the years, Ocean Blue World have become renowned for delivering the ultimate luxury event experience. Owner, Publisher | CEO of Ocean Blue World Vanessa Fukunaga, and President | Owner Alexis Head, strive to create high-profile luxury events as an excellent way to connect with clientele, partners, advertisers and internationally recognized luxury brands.

¨We are driven to provide the ultimate experience no matter the endeavor and are honored to partner with and capture the essence of Casa Fryzer, this truly one-of-a-kind property,¨ states Vanessa Fukunaga.

Discover a world of glamour and luxury at OceanBlueWorld.com; stay informed through our social platforms #OceanBlueWorld, #OceanBlueMagazine and #OceanBlueExperience, and subscribe to our newsletter.

 

Veuve Clicquot Polo Classic 2018

The 11th Annual Veuve Clicquot Polo Classic

The 11th annual Veuve Clicquot Polo Classic returned to the scenic Liberty State Park this past weekend, Saturday, June 2, 2018. Veuve Clicquot and spectators watched an exciting polo match while enjoying a day of picnicking and champagne sipping.

Polo-goers, celebrities and champagne sippers alike enjoyed Veuve Clicquot champagne bars featuring Veuve Clicquot Yellow Label, Rosé, Rich, and Rich Rosé. Guests and celebrities, including Sienna Miller, Laura Harrier and Penélope Cruz, enjoyed delicious food offerings from some of the city’s most popular food trucks, lawn games, and prime seating while cheering from the sidelines during a thrilling polo match led by world-renowned polo player Nacho Figueras.

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Friends of Liberty State Park, is the official beneficiary of the annual Veuve Clicquot Polo Classic.

The polo match came to an end but the celebration continued and the Clicquot flowed the entire #VCPoloClassic weekend.

 

The Residences at Solaz, a Luxury Collection Celebrates Opening at Seminario 12 in Mexico City

Ocean Blue World Celebrates the Unveiling of The Residences at Solaz, a Luxury Collection Resort at Seminario 12 in Mexico City

The Luxury Collection Hotels & Resorts will open its first Los Cabos property Fall 2018

It is the newest hotel to debut in the Luxury Collection’s expansion in Mexico, which now includes seven resorts in Baja California Sur, Campeche, Mexico City and Yucatan. The complex is designed by the Architectural Firm Sordo Madaleno, with artistic pieces designed exclusively for Solaz by César López Negrete. Ocean Blue World celebrated the unveiling of The Residences at Solaz, a Luxury Collection Resort, exclusively represented by Engel & Völkers Snell Real Estate with a private party in Mexico City at Seminario 12 the mecca of art, culture, music and dance.

Solaz, Los Cabos

“The debut of Solaz Resort marks The Luxury Collection’s seventh hotel in Mexico, an important milestone for the brand as we showcase our commitment to expanding our footprint in this remarkable destination,” said Mitzi Gaskins, global brand leader, The Luxury Collection. “Solaz Resort will offer global explorers a new gateway to the Baja California Peninsula and deliver unparalleled travel experiences signature to The Luxury Collection.”

Solaz, operated by Quinta del Golfo de Cortez, is located on 34 acres overlooking the Sea of Cortez and will offer 128 guestrooms as well as 21 luxury residences.

Architectural design firm Sordo Madaleno was tasked with creating the look and feel of the resort, blending desert vegetation with quarry stone, granite, marble and wood to create a unique appearance.

Each room has a private entrance and patio, original artwork created by Mexican artist Cesar Negrete, custom furnishings and unobstructed views of the sea.

“Our hotel is the latest luxury beachfront hotel to hit the Cabo market, offering luxury global travelers and locals alike an architectural masterpiece overlooking the beautiful Sea of Cortez,” said Giuliana Torres Schernthaner, general manager of Solaz, a Luxury Collection Resort, Los Cabos.

“We are thrilled to debut Solaz Resort as part of The Luxury Collection, officially joining the brand’s portfolio of world-renowned hotels and resorts,” added Schernthaner. “As the brand’s seventh hotel in Mexico and first in Los Cabos, we are proud to be a key player in The Luxury Collection’s fast-growing portfolio.”

Solaz, Luxury Collection Resort & Residences, Los Cabos is not only unveiled with an environment full of design and luxury, but also will be pleased to bring a culinary offer that will revolve around the most outstanding flavors of Baja California with 6 restaurants and unique culinary proposals, led by renowned Chefs such as Pedro Arceyut, Edo Kobayashi and Emanuele Olivero.

To complement this gastronomic offer, the renowned Limantour Licorería, with its taste for history, myth, style and the testimony of the cocktail, will be in charge of all the shaker offer of the restaurants and bars of the resort.

The resort will feature a spa and wellness center with 10 treatment rooms, two VIP double rooms, Thalassotherapy, a full-service salon, and a state-of-the-art fitness center.

There is also 20,000 square feet of meeting, wedding and event space for up to 1,000 guests, including a 3,500-square-foot ballroom and an 11,000-square-foot outdoor deck. A team of planners is on-site to assist with the logistics for both small and large-scale events.

We invite you to learn about The Residences at Solaz, a Luxury Collection Resort scheduled to debut Fall 2018.


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