Michael Yo celebrates Original Penguin's 5th Year Anniversary during Art Basel in Miami

Art Basel is still in full effect in Miami: I hope everyone has been enjoying the events and most of all....the art! On Thursday, December 2nd, Michael Yo hosted a special 5th Year Anniversary Party for Original Penguin at their Lincoln Road store (925 Lincoln Road). During the event, shoppers enjoyed cupcakes by Sweet Street Desserts along with cocktails by Chambord, Korbel Champagne and 42 Below Vodka. Guests also received a 30% discount with their purchases so it was the perfect time to shop while listening to beats of DJ Dank. If you missed the anniversary bash and would like to check out Original Penguin's holiday collection, visit their website www.OriginalPenguin.com for more holiday promotions. In case you're wondering who is pictured above: Diaset Cabrera [my sister], Michael Yo, yours truly [Susset] and James Brown, Retail Marketing Director of Perry Ellis, Original Penguin and Cubavera. The picture on the top left: One of South Beach's hot divas, ADORA, along with Michael Yo.

Above: The delicious cupcakes by Sweet Street Desserts.

Above: Jennie Lee, Frankol Delgado and Jeanette Rios attended Original Penguin's 5th Year Anniversary Party on Lincoln Road.

Top left: My friends Richard Morris (left) and Rosa Cordero [Founder & Editor of Accidental Sexiness] strike a pose for MBS during the event. Top Right: Miami Singer and Songwriter, RIA, along with Michael Yo. Make sure to visit www.RIAmusiconline.com for a taste of RIA's sazon!!!


Above: Michael Yo, Jamie Schieken, Taylor Hannum [Elite Model] and Michael Malone [Partner, Your World Entertainment]. Overall, it was a fabulous event. I'm extremely happy I met Michael Yo who is so nice and down to earth. Cheers to Original Penguin and their 5th Year Anniversary!!!

Michael Yo hosts Original Penguin's 5th Anniversary Party during Art Basel in Miami

Micheal Yo is coming to Miami!!! Sazoneros, mark your calendars for one of the hottest events taking place in December during Art Basel: Original Penguin's 5th Year Anniversary Party on Thursday, December 2nd, at their Lincoln Road store (925 Lincoln Road). Michael Yo is everywhere: E! News, Daily 10, Y-100 Radio Show, Chelsea Lately and Kourtney & Khloe Take Miami. He's finally making a stop in our magic city so get excited!!! To attend this special celebration for Original Penguin, make sure you RSVP early by emailing OPGMiami@TaraInk.com (RSVP is mandatory). During the event, holiday shoppers will enjoy a 30% discount and a gift with any purchase of $100 or more. There will be light bites provided by Pirates Booty and Sweet Street Desserts along with cocktails by Chamboard and 42 Below Vodka. Spread the word and get into the holiday spirit! The event begins at 6 p.m. and will run till 9 p.m. Must be 21 years or older to attend. To preview Original Penguin's holiday collection prior to the anniversary bash, visit their website: www.OriginalPenguin.com. See you there!

Original Penguin invites you to "Urbanize your Daddy" this Saturday at Lincoln Road Store!

Have no fears...your Father's Day event is here! On Saturday, June 19th, Original Penguin is hosting a special shopping event called "Urbanize your Daddy" from 12 noon till 6 p.m. (925 Lincoln Road Mall, Miami Beach). During the festivities, enjoy fresh beats and treats by Sweet Street Desserts. You can also take advantage of the store's "buy one item and get another at 50% off" deal. Want a gift? Register on the official UrbanDaddy website to receive a special password that will grant you a gift with your purchase PLUS an Original Penguin Membership discount card when you shop this Saturday, June 19th. The discount card can be used repeatedly till December 31st, 2010 to receive 30% off all full priced merchandise. Join the party and bring your Daddy!!! For my readers who don't live in our beloved city: Enter the Ubercool Dad Miami Getaway contest! The drawing will occur on June 30th so spread the news. There are some AMAZING prizes that come along with this sizzling trip to the M.I.A. Good luck!

NYC Housewife, Kelly Bensimon, drops by Miami!

On Wednesday, March 24th, Kelly Bensimon attended "Alize Oasis" at the Raleigh Hotel on South Beach to enjoy the festivities during this year's Winter Music Conference. Kelly, model and cast member of Bravo's The Real Housewives of New York City, looked gorgeous as she arrived into the hotel's lounging area with her two daughters. Alize Oasis is a three day event hosted for exclusive guests including celebrities and DJ's. This special gathering also featured amazing music by Miami's favorite DJ, Mia Moretti! While I was there, I visited the Original Penguin Gifting Suite which was fully stocked with apparel and accessories from their latest collection. To check out Original Penguin, visit their store on 925 Lincoln Road or you may also go to www.OriginalPenguin.com. Here are some photos from the event and make sure you take advantage of this action packed week in Miami. Viva la musica!

DJ Mia Moretti spins her records with style at Alize Oasis!
Original Penguin's Gifting Suite at the Raleigh Hotel
James Brown (right) with Original Penguin fans!
Diaset Cabrera (left) along with Winter Music Conference DJ's
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Enter Original Penguin's Model Search this week!

Are you looking for a change in your life? Here's a great opportunity to take some of your greatest photos and potentially make a big move into the modeling scene. Original Penguin is looking for real people to feature in their upcoming ad campaign. In order to represent the brand worldwide, you must exude style and wit! To enter the model search contest, simply email your best 4 photos to Penguin's team of experts before March 26th: beourmodel@originalpenguin.com. The email must include your name, height and clothing sizes (please do not send files larger than 2MB each). Once you have submitted your entry, the experts will select a group of finalists who will appear on OriginalPenguin.com. Online voters will get to choose their favorites so start giving your friends a heads up! On March 29th, two winners will be announced (1 guy + 1 girl) and they will each receive 2 plane tickets to New York City along with a hotel stay. In New York, the winners will appear in Original Penguin's upcoming Fall Winter 2010 Ad Campaign photo shoot which takes place on April 10-12, 2010. For more details, visit www.OriginalPenguin.com. Good luck!

Original Penguin Launches Resort Collection!

Are you a fan of Original Penguin? The popular lifestyle brand is hosting a special shopping event this Friday, January 15th, on South Beach (925 Lincoln Road). Swing by the store to celebrate the launch of their 2010 Original Penguin Resort Collection (7 p.m. till 10 p.m). Shop while jamming to celebrity award winning DJ, Mia Moretti. Those who shop during the event will receive exclusive savings including an additional 30% off on clearance merchandise. Guests will also receive an additional 10% off on new items from the Resort Collection. Sounds pretty sweet to me! For more information about Original Penguin or to shop online, visit http://www.originalpenguin.com/. Bring your friends this Friday and check out their new collection!

Mia Moretti (Photo by Jipsy)

Original Penguin Store on Lincoln Road (Photo by Jipsy)