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From today through Saturday, Miami will be injected with a dose of fashion fever when the Arts of Fashion Foundation comes to Miami International University of Art & Design. Now in its fifth year, the Arts of Fashion is a nonprofit organization bringing international designers, scholars, and students together for workshops, lectures, and exhibitions. The International Student Fashion Design and Accessories Competition is the highlight of the event, and this year's honorary judge is Veronique Branquinho, who just happens to be celebrating her ten-year anniversary in the business. Asked what attracted her to the foundation, Veronique told us, "It's a great event and it stimulates talent. That's what these young designers need—support and visibility." Branquinho does have an ulterior motive for attending the event, however: "Last year's winner interned at my studio and she was amazing. I'm hoping to find a new one while in town." For more information on the Arts of Fashion, see www.af-competition.com.



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