The American Black Film Festival (ABFF) will be bringing A-list Hollywood actors and Hollywood insiders to Miami Beach from July 6-9, 2011 for screenings, seminars and soirees.  Visionary entrepreneur, Jeff Friday, founded the ABFF and created a much needed and dynamic platform for diverse African-American film content, networking, empowerment and film knowledge to flourish.  HBO is the ABFF's founding and premier sponsor. ABFF describes their programming initiatives as: EDUCATION: Traditional teaching methods - workshops, panels and seminars - convey information and knowledge to empower the ABFF audience. ARTISTIC EXPRESSION: A diverse cross-section of Pan-African films champion creative expression. COLLABORATION: The festival encourages its attendees to offer support and resources to one another. It has hence become a venue where both the aspiring and accomplished share information for a common goal: building and improving Black cinema. ACCESS: Networking events and exhibitions provide attendees access to "industry insiders" creating distribution and employment opportunities. RECOGNITION: Through film competitions and showcases, the festival recognizes and rewards artistic ...

                Shoes and a handbag say a lot about a woman's personality, but  nothing boldly conveys a woman's character like a fabulous hat. Diana Cavagnaro will share with you the trends for this year’s hats and explain the difference between a “ fascinator” and a cocktail hat. Have a custom fitting and make your special order so that your Day at the Races is as spectacular as your hat will be! Westfield UTC Shopping Center 4545 La Jolla Village Drive, La Jolla, CA  92122 Thursday, June 23, Noon-5:00pm / Trunk Show and custom fittings (located at the trellis by Anthropologie) Tuesday,  July 5, 11:00am-3:00pm / Trunk show and custom fittings(located at the trellis by Anthropologie) Saturday, July 16, 12:00pm-3:00pm/ Trunk show and custom fittings, along with a Summer Trends runway show (located in the Marketplace) Enjoy beverages and sweet treats while you shop, get measured for your custom hat, and browse the Designer Millinery ready-to-wear hats on display! There will be Enter to ...

  The United States is in for a one-of-a-kind treat when Grammy award-winning Dirty Vegas, along with New World Symphony's Orchestra, Lawrence Gartel, PsyberPixie and Michael Burian join Synesthesia for one evening in Miami Beach.  As guests sit in the beautifully cutting-edge New World Center designed by Pritzker Prize winning architect, Frank Gehry,  they will be immersed in a multi-sensory show that promises to engage all 5 senses.     SIGHT: World -renowned Laurence Gartel, Father of Digital Art, will create a spectacular visual experience using 280 degree projections screens and VJ PsyberPixie, will conduct a live visual symphony performance HEARING: Performances by Dirty Vegas, New World Symphony's 30-piece orchestra conducted by Michael Tilson and DJ Michael Burian of Czech will take guests though the "History of House" music SMELL: Scent Creation Technologies will create an olfactory experience in the venue, previously only enjoyed at venues like Disney World and Cirque du Soleil TOUCH: Musical vibrations audience will feel within ...

      Sensuality and modernity enhanced by classic high- quality craftmanship is the first thing that came to mind upon seeing Koket's Mandy stool.  Conceived from a cuff bracelet, the Mandy stool is part of Koket's latest collection, Guilty Pleasures. Handcrafted by highly-skilled artisans and jewelers in Portugal, using metallics and opulent fabrics, this demi-lune stool is a great piece for distinguished interior design.  Available in stainless steel or  a polished brass base, you can make a one-of-a-kind customized seat or use Mandy's standard, low-pile black velvet upholstery. Find out more about this conversation piece at http://www.bykoket.com .     Related posts:LuxSecret Recommends: Synesthesia ft. Dirty Vegas and New World Symphony’s 30-Piece Orchestra The United States is in for a one-of-a-kind treat when... Boca Do Lobo’s Limited Edition Artisanal Furniture Collection: Large Emotion Portuguese artisanal luxury brand, Boca Do Lobo has revealed its... Benedict Wormald Shares His Passion for Bespoke & Artisanal Luxury Benedict Wormald, connoisseur of British bespoke and artisanal luxury ...