Art Deco Elegance (1920s–1940s)

Bold geometric patterns, pastel hues (coral pinks, aqua blues, mint greens), neon signs, and nautical motifs—Miami’s Art Deco architecture is like walking into a timeless fashion runway. From iconic oceanfront hotels on Ocean Drive to streamlined facades, it’s the epitome of vintage glam.
Style: Flapper-inspired fashion, elegant suits, sailor stripes, chrome accents, and mirrored finishes.
Mid‑Century Modern & Miami Modern (MiMo)

Post‑World War II brought sleek minimalism with a tropical flair—open sofas, breeze block walls, curved edges, and pastel interiors. MiMo buildings shimmer with retro-futuristic style, often paired with pools and palms.
Style: Wide-shoulder sunglasses, pastel suits, mid-century prints and resort-wear.
Design elements: Glass walls, flat roofs, decorative blocks, and streamlined curves.
Latin & Cuban-Inspired Vibes (1960s–1970s)

With Little Havana at its core, Miami’s cultural identity was reshaped by Cuban and Caribbean influences. Tropical prints, guayaberas, ruffled shirts, bright accessories, and gold accents.
Fashion: Floral shirts, bright dresses, straw hats, statement jewelry.
Cultural: Café Cubano, domino tables, salsa rhythms, neighborhood street festivals.
MODERN MIAMI CHIC (1980s - TODAY)

Neon, yacht culture, Latin pop, and sleek global style define modern Miami. The silhouettes are bolder, the energy higher, and fashion more fearless than ever.
Style: Linen blazers, bold prints, oversized sunglasses, tropical slip dresses, and sneakers with flair.
Design Influences: Streetwear, contemporary art scenes (Art Basel, Wynwood), rooftop bars, and designer hotels.
Old School Vibe (Pre-1970s)
Jazz, Big Band, Latin ballroom, & vintage crooners in glamorous hotel lounges.
Big Band & Jazz at the Fontainebleau and James Bond and “Goldfinger” & Eden Roc
Cuban & Afro-Cuban Rhythms from Havana-style nightclubs
Classic Miami lounge singers & Latin orchestras
“Moon Over Miami” – the 1941 theme song (Betty Grable era!)
Xavier Cugat, Desi Arnaz, Pérez Prado – classic Latin mambo & rumba
Glenn Miller or Benny Goodman for classy swing vibes
The Miami Vice Era (1980s-1990s)
Synth, funk, and smooth saxophones over neon skylines.
Jan Hammer’s “Miami Vice Theme”
Phil Collins “In the Air Tonight”
Gloria Estefan & The Miami Sound Machine — “Conga”, “Rhythm Is Gonna Get You”
Freestyle music (Exposé, Stevie B), disco, funk, and power ballads
Modern Miami (2000s-Today)
Reggaeton, Latin trap, Hip-Hop, EDM, and Caribbean beats.
Trick Daddy
Pitbull – Mr. Worldwide himself
Bad Bunny, Karol G, J Balvin for reggaeton vibes
Afro-Caribbean and Haitian Kompa
Ultra Music Festival vibes — EDM, house, and tropical remixes
Famous Songs About Miami
“Miami” - John Mellencamp
“Miami 2017” - Billy Joel
“Miami” - Will Smith
“Everybody’s Got A Cousin In Miami” - Jimmy Buffet
“Move to Miami” - Enrique Iglesias
“Miami” - Bob Segar & The Silver Bullet Band
“Moon Over Miami” - Ray Charles
“Born & Raised in the County of Dade” - Trick Daddy, Pitbull & DJ Khaled