Now that I'm back from Miami with a tan and some glam, I'm definitely a fan... of Parke and Ronen. Not because I can wear the collection, because it's for men... but, because the type of man who wears it is definitely my type. And, since I review fashion for a living, it's always a perk to travel and a bonus to view a beatiful boy... or two... or six in a row. Goodness... I love my job!
With the Raleigh Hotel serving as a luxuriously lush background, with jungle landscaping and stark white interiors that remind me of the British Raj and are so signature CSI Miami, 
... the afternoon's appointed haute spot was definitely poolside with a showcase of the latest offerings from Parke and Ronen.
I've always believed that Speedos were more of a hurt (they're so damned tight) and a hindrance (a guy can loose the circulation in his legs). So, the new collection from Parke and Ronen is a welcome, stylish alternative... at least several cuts above pedestrian surfer shorts and lightyears more attractive than traditional trunks, especially for those of us beach girls who consider eyeing our local surfers as a spectator sport.
A favorite among celeb hunks Heath Ledger and Andres Balazs, Parke & Ronen has grown to be a pioneer in the men's swimwear world and a leader in its industry since its conception in June 1997. We had a blast previewing Parke & Ronen's men's Summer 2007 collection poolside while we schmoozed and cruised to the sultry sounds by DJ's Daniel Stern & Tavin Riter. I can remember thinking, "Is this why I went to film school?"... before resuming a heated conversation with a party of French men on vacation who just happened to be staying at the hotel. The vibe being conducive to all things sexy, more than than 30 swimsuits were sold in just three hours at the Raleigh Hotel cabanas, since guests were given the opportunity to purchase swimsuits on-site straight off the runway plus received styling advice from the designers themselves.
Interestingly enough, the most intimate purchases were made by women for their husbands, lovers and "special friends"... possibly in retaliation and preparation for more playful Summer encounters on the sand and sea... because each swimsuit is especially designed for comfort and convenience... meaning that it's a lot easier for a girl to slide off her man with one hand than one of those tight little speedo thingies... spontaneity is everything... don't you think?
Marie Bargas
Shorts just cover to much.America needs to follow the Europeans and start showing some body. The male form should be shown in bikinis and thongs just like the beauty of womens swimwear.
If you were to wear swim shorts in Europe or South America everyone would stare at you and wonder why!
Posted by: Michael David | January 30, 2009 at 02:46 PM
i think you are right mister! :) its about time. everytime i book via east click travel to miami i ask the same question!
Posted by: Miami Hotel | October 31, 2009 at 02:07 PM
well,thats Miami though :)
Posted by: best replica watches | May 02, 2010 at 06:15 AM
Hands down speedo type swimsuits are the hottest on guys. I do like the mid shorts of this collection. Great pictures
Posted by: Robert | August 06, 2010 at 06:14 PM
I love Miami fashion. Living in South Beach I get to see all the styles in guys swimwear. I have to agree board shorts are too long, but some of the speedos are too short...there's got to be a happy medium
Posted by: Tyler | August 15, 2010 at 10:04 AM
Loved the colorful swimsuits and the beautiful boys. There so no better vacation than a vacation in Miami, I always spend a terrific time there, the beaches and the boys are making me a good mood.
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