Wednesday, April 21, 2010

Fashion Treasures

It is time to save and be intelligent about the way money gets out of the pocket. Months ago, Americans used to buy more than what they need it, but today they are more aware of their purchases.

American Eagle Trade Group is a wholesale distributor and exporter of sale brand name department store clothes and shoes for Europe, Latin America and the Caribbean. The company has been on business since 1993 and five years ago opened an outlet store between Liberty City and Hialeah that combines the pleasure of shopping with prices that allow a family to dress in style.

“My main goal is to find good fashion at good prices” said Beatriz Marshall, co-owner and fashion buyer of the store. “ I shop every day at the market to find the best deals.”

And it seems to work, most of the pieces that they have are tagged at 70% off the retail price. For example, a Guess blouse that is sold at the mall for $59.00 can be found here for $24.00, a difference that translates into outstanding savings.

Other brands as BCBG Maxazria, and Ralph Lauren can also be found at the store. The three basketball court-size warehouse is divide in departments that satisfy the needs of people of all ages, from babies to adults, from diapers to computer accessories.

Ana Paz, resident of Little Havana, drives up to the limits of Liberty City to find home décor bargains. “I bought all that I need it for the princesses’ rooms. I come here every two weeks and I always find nice things for my house.” Said the mother of two girls.

On top of the already low prices, customers are welcome with a discount color-chart, big red-price signs and microphone savings announcements, all designed to help buyers find incredible fashion treasures.

As usual, patience and time are key to sort thousands of shirts, blouses, pants, jackets and shoes. The quantity and space of the outlet could be overwhelming but the payoff is worth it,


Residents of Liberty City, Little Haiti and Hialeah are the main clientele of the store and also part of the workforce. Kurt Marshall, co-owner and president, said that he has people from each side, referring to his location, and that he has jobs for anyone who wants to apply. finding a complete outfit for men for less than $50.00 is definitely a motive to go around the racks.

The 3690 North West 62nd Street outlet is a good place to find everyday items at economic prices and even a good beginning for a small business because its owners give extra reduce prices to people who are just starting.

American Eagle Trade Group

3690 N.W. 62nd Street

Miami, FL 33147

(305) 634 4766

Second Location -Outlet Store

The Mall of the Americas.

7795 West Flagler Street.

Miami, FL 33144

Tuesday, April 13, 2010

Adler Guerrier

For many, driving in Miami is synonym of long hours behind the steering wheel plus a dossis of chaotic behavior, but for one artistic mind, this everyday activity was an opportunity to showcase some underestimated spots of the Magic City.

Adler Guerrier, native of Haiti and Miami resident since his teenage years, created a vibrant and multi-material showpiece called Out To Lunch. The installation is the product the journey of its creator between two points; Coral Gables, where he lives and the city of Hollywood where is now exhibiting.

Guerrier drove by many places and created what he called a “Down to the block kind of work,” a collection of video projections, photos, and sculptures, that portraits common images framed on a passenger’s point of view.

The 34 year-old artist has also explored the city in different ways, in 2008 Guerrier took Liberty City as

a place of inspiration and created BLCK-We wear the Mask, an installation of what was happening in 1968. During those years, the youth in Liberty City was going trough a period of rebellion, the women were fighting for their rights and politics were a hot topic in district 5. The idea of the project was to link a vibrant community of Miami suburbia with what was happening in the country.

Right now, the local artist is exhibiting his pieces in different galleries around the world. Represented by David Castillo gallery in Miami, Adler Guerrier has given Miami a protagonist role and Liberty City a spotlight in the world of art.


Out to Lunch

Monday through Saturday; noon-4 p.m., Sunday through May 23

Art and Culture Center of Hollywood, 1650 Harrison St.

$7 adults; $4 seniors, students and children 4 to 13; children under 4 free

954-921-3274;

ArtandCultureCenter.org