Press Release | Cabana Trade Show 2023
Miami, FL | July 10th, 2023 – Istituto Marangoni Miami is pleased to announce its participation in the 10th edition of the CABANA trade show held at the Miami Convention Center from July 8th -10th. With top brands and retailers within the swimwear, resort wear, accessories, RTW, lingerie, jewelry, activewear, and footwear categories, CABANA bridges brands and retailers through a carefully curated environment. For this 10th edition, the Interior Design students from Istituto Marangoni Miami were invited to present their designs for the general lounge space at CABANA while staying true to the curated environment the trade show is known for. The winner, student Pavitra Thakkar, was selected by Janet Wong, co-founder of CABANA.
Student Pavitra Thakkar, with a background in fashion styling and communication, brings a unique and vibrant perspective to her work. Her designs often incorporate intricate patterns, rich colors, and details inspired by her Indian heritage. She believes in the power of simplicity and aims to create beautiful and functional spaces that reflect her clients’ personalities and needs, a testament to the individual creativity and talent nurtured at Istituto Marangoni Miami.
“Entering a convention center brimming with unique designs and products from multiple brands is always an inspiring experience. For me, Miami’s prominent pink color inspired the creation of this lounge area that promotes interaction and relaxation while providing a vibrant connection with the exhibitions,” stated Pavitra.
Istituto Marangoni Miami’s Dean of Interior Design, Dr. Thelma Lazo Flores, reflects on the CABANA project: “This was not just a design exercise, but an immersive learning experience for our students. They were faced with real-world challenges – a client, a specific space, a purpose, a budget, a timeline. These design parameters pushed their creativity and sensitivity, forcing them to consider how potential users would enjoy their time in the lounge. The outstanding outcome is a testament to our school’s commitment to providing practical and real-world education, empowering our students to confidently deliver their own cohesive spatial syntax.”
About Istituto Marangoni Miami
Founded in Milan in 1935 by the tailor Giulio Marangoni, Istituto Marangoni offers a unique blend of academic learning with creative and practical activities interlaced with its rich Italian heritage. From Franco Moschino to Julie de Libran, Andrea Pompilio, Rodolfo Paglialunga, and Alessandro Sartori, throughout its almost 90-year history, Marangoni has contributed to shaping countless vital figures of the fashion and design industries throughout the world as well as spring-boarded the careers of thousands of students that have gone on to work for the world’s most prestigious brands. The Miami opened its doors in 2018.
With a highly qualified academic team that combines European instructors with prominent local professionals, Istituto Marangoni Miami offers a variety of fashion, styling, fashion business, and interior design courses and graduate programs. The Miami School of Fashion offers students an unprecedented opportunity for innovation, inspiration, and creativity to build a promising future within the fashion and design industry.
