Art Deco Elegance (1920s–1940s)

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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)

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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)

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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)

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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)

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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)

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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)

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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

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“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