Vizcaya preservation luncheon kickoff

Alexa Wolman and Bronwyn Miller at Nordstrom

On February 7, Vizcaya Museum and Gardens held its Kickoff Party for the 10th Annual Preservation Luncheon hosted by Nordstrom at the Shops of Merrick Park. This exclusive evening soiree welcomed more than 60 of Miami's most fashion-forward philanthropists in honor of the upcoming Vizcaya Preservation Luncheon, which takes place at Vizcaya on March 13 and raises funds for the continued preservation of the iconic landmark and cultural hub.

 Carroll del Rio, Veronika Guerra, & Godfrey del Rio

In anticipation of Vizcaya's iconic "hat luncheon," the evening featured champagne, h'orderves and an exclusive sneak preview of spring fashions courtesy of Nordstrom as well as a pop-up shop by Shapoh Hats. Guests also reserved their tables for the luncheon, the must-go event that attracts 300 guests from Miami, Palm Beach and New York for a beautiful, stylish day including a prosecco lunch, fashion and more.

 DJ A.K. Vybz

Presented by Nordstrom, the Vizcaya Preservation Luncheon mixes fashion with philanthropy while addressing the important issue of historic preservation - a poignant matter following the conclusion of Vizcaya's centennial year and the impact of Hurricane Irma.

The 10th Annual Vizcaya Preservation Luncheon's Co-Chairs are Eilah Campbell-Beavers, Swanee DiMare and Christy Martin. The committee includes: Lesli Ann Brown, Suzy Buckley, Daisy Casuso, Heidi Dans, Sonia Gibson, Linda Levy Goldberg, Ana Hernandez, Carol Iacovelli, Shari Liu, Marile Lopez, Nicole Lozano, Bronwyn Miller, Laura Munilla, and Alexa Wolman.

Mayra and Marianela Joli

 Leonardo Davalos, Ana Sofia Tarbay, Yumi Yazawa and Pedro Maal

Patricia Fuller, Valentina Kraver, Linda Levy Goldberg, Bronwyn Miller and Carol Iacovelli

Marsha Jouben, Veronika Guerra and Ignacio Anez

Christy Martin, Eilah Beavers, Steven Kravit, Laurence Stott, Jennifer Kennedy and Patricia Fuller

Sponsors for this event include Nordstrom as the presenting sponsor as well as Casamigos Tequila, Dall'Armellina Vineyards, DiMare Fresh, Deering Wine, Terra Group and Tito's Handmade Vodka.

Tickets can be purchased online. Friends of Vizcaya tickets are $450 and James Deering tickets are $600, which includes access to the Après Fete. Tables of 10 guests are available starting at $4,500 for a Friends of Vizcaya table. James Deering tables are $6,000 and includes premier seating, 2 bottle champagne service and complimentary entry to Après Fête following the luncheon. For more information about the Preservation Luncheon, visit vizcayapreservation.org or email cammy.richards@vizcaya.org.