SUSTAINABLE SWIMWEAR WEEK INTERNATIONAL MIAMI BEACH – S2WIM - UNSPOOLED AT SONDER - THE ABBEY BY BONVOY MARRIOTT IN ASSOCIATION WITH PLANET FASHION TV’S EVENING SWIM & RESORT SHOW AT THE 4.5 STAR PLYMOUTH – BLUE RIBBON - MAY 29 TO MAY 31.

Launching in 2022 on the Kimpton Angler’s poolside rooftop; Sustainable Swimwear Week International Miami Beach (S2wim.com) continues to evolve as a timeless showcase at the nexus of fashion sustainability that encompasses each aspect of the supply chain.

Inviting an audience of planet-centric tastemakers the S2wim creators are “advancing the ethos of ‘mindful’ eco-friendly swim & resort designer collections. Unique to the event, “was an eclectic fine art exhibit and engaging conversation exploring healing, health and wellness,’ confirmed  Carlos Benitez, Co-Creative Director of ACCA JOURNAL and ACCA Beverly Hills Gallery.  As the center piece of a three day ‘reveal’  S2wim unspooled at the  Streamline Moderne  Deco,  Sonder, The Abbey by Marriott Bonvoy and the Adjacent Plymouth resort property referred to by Conde Nast Publishing as ‘one of the “best” urban hotels in the nation.’

S2wim gatherings served as a leadup to Sonder - The Abbey Hotel finalized their merger with Marriott Bonvoy Loyalty Program.  Members earn points and incentives at Sonder by Marriott Bonvoy properties. "With the Plymouth and Blue Ribbon 4.5 star dining destination next door and a short stride to the Miami Beach Convention Center, the Bass Museum and breezy seashore the venues were a inimitable Swim Week destination", confirms Jamil Cherman, Regional Director of Sales.

“S2wim.com is curated  to complement Planet Fashion TV’ Swim & Resort Show. Under the creative direction of showstopping performer and master of ceremonies, Celia Evans, the occasion commemorates a decade long collaboration with VIPictures,” chimes in co-producer Andrew Kutno of Media Ingenious.

The Into the  Light Lounge was presided over by Kevin Hatt of White Ash Lab and emerging and established eco conscious companies. The Abbey’s light filled inner sanctum showcased a Fine Art Exhibit of marine inspired, multimedia paintings and sculpture. The curation by artists Peter Studl and Andrew Nathanson featured LuxArt by Ingo Poth.  His  one-of-a kind functional sculpture is ‘where Light Becomes Art & Design Defines Luxury’.

Also exhibiting were Lu Monteleone with a breathtaking rendition of the Dahli Lama,  Gabrielle ‘Real’ McKoy channeling the likes of Jasper Johns, Bas Vets an adventurer and muralist who perceives the world in shapes and forms,  Debra McNulty’s diorama of endangered species in driftwood were on view along with David Valero's guiding footprints.

For the ‘fun at heart’ guests took a turn on Bandi Namco’s retro-Arcade games - Game On! with James Ramirez as lead promoter and twice - gifted artist and producer, Andrew Nathanson taking the high score.

Guests refreshed and relaxed imbibing cellular level, deep sea hydration from Chaser Water ™, sipped and savored Don Pablo’s™ gourmet coffee. Al Beltran of Chaser and Bryan Welling of Rock Road Farms ™ announced plans to release a private label small batch roast locally sourced coffee. Supporting Jerry Ashton's ‘End Veteran Debt Campaign’ this Fall. Key art by Lu Monteleone and Stephen Corley’s father Philip Corley, an acclaimed artist of Irish descent.

Media Partner's, Beverly Hill’s ACCA JOURNAL in association with Glamour /Harper’s Bazaar  and EIN Presswire, (a VIPictures affiliate) provided press visibility throughout the three month press campaign  and proceedings. Carlos Benitez, Co-Creative Director and Publisher with Maya Ito of ACCA JOURNAL announced from their Beverly Hill’s Gallery, ‘S2wim will emerge on the  West Coast to coincide with the Concours de Elegance on Rodeo Drive, Sunday, June 15, 2025 celebrating the release of the 25th Edition of ACCA JOURNAL.

Commencing with a casting call in association with Healerverse within the Glassed - in Gates Hotel set the stage for the remaining three days where Swim & Resort Collections Mjean Swim, Belle D'Amour, Chloe Rose and Veve strutted, swaggered and took a turn on the over the pool Runway.  Uplight Productions and LuxArt by Ingo (Poth) adding luminescence to the scene with a giant LED screen and museum quality sculpture channeling Jules Vernes ‘20,000 Leagues Under the Sea’.

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