US loves charity, Miami ADORES creative charity projects, be it art, business, or other philanthropic event, you got it. This Sunday, I witnessed probably one of the cutest charities organized by Miami Model Citizens for the benefit of Born Free Pet Shelter and the Humane Society of Greater Miami. Guests were invited to come and see swimwear designer collections and bring their doggies along, which is an unprecedented act of chivalry from organizers' side.

The dogs were surprisingly well behaved, probably sensing the importance and exclusivity of the moment, because frankly, you can't show up anywhere with you pooch in the parks, beaches, restaurants, you name it, in Florida. And as a fresh but ardent pet owner, I can tell you - that blows. So everyone was super happy to be there despite hot weather, and mix outside the rigid environment of dog parks. Just look at these happy faces!

The runway fashion shows featured swimwear from Hot Miami styles, Hera Swim and Mar Brazil Design as well as accessory brands and doggy art. I can tell you, beautiful ladies in bikinis with cutest puppies are a knockdown combination, check it out for yourself.  

That's all for now! Keep it real, ladies and gentlemen, and their doggies ;-)

Maria

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