TONY FILSON
FASHION & FEATURES EDITOR | IN HOUSE PHOTOGRAPHER
DESIGNER GIANNINA AZAR - MIAMI ART WEEK - MODEL ANYA BOYD - PHOTO TONY FILSON
As Fashion & Features Editor and In-House Photographer of World Fashion Media News, I extend my gratitude to the producers, buyers, models, HMU artists, and sponsors whose work continues to define the rhythm and relevance of our 2026 and next years 2027 coverage.
At its core, WFMN is guided by a singular principle: editorial integrity. As an accredited global news organization devoted exclusively to fashion, our coverage is neither purchased nor influenced. From Miami to Paris, our editions circulated across the United States, LATAM, Europe, Asia, and the MENA region remain resolutely unbiased, shaped only by the merit of the work itself.
Now based in Florida, and part of a global team of my fellow Fashion & Feature Editors for WFMN, I find myself at the center of a market in ascent. Miami is an undeniable force where Swim Week, Fashion Week, Art Basel, and Miami Art Week converge to create a cultural dialogue that extends far beyond the runway. It is here that fashion meets momentum, and where WFMN continues to expand its lens.
Our Spring/Summer 2026 editions reflect this evolution. We recognize a select group of designers, models, and the Art Hearts Fashion organization—individuals and institutions whose presence resonates across both domestic and international stages. Their continued collaboration with WFMN is not only valued, but essential.
Our readership remains distinctly industry-driven: designers, models, buyers, producers, fashion consumers and creative professionals who shape fashion from within. WFMN exists for this audience—those who understand that fashion is not simply worn, but constructed, communicated, and lived.
For our SS 2026 Miami Edition, we are proud to feature Miss Universe Nicaragua, Itza Castillo, captured in striking couture by Giannina Azar. The image is deliberate, bold, sculptural, and emblematic of a designer whose influence continues to expand across swim, resort, and haute couture. Castillo herself embodies a modern elegance that extends well beyond the frame.
Elsewhere in this issue, sustainability takes focus through LoveForUpcycling, with designer Jose Alexzander and model Luana Larkin brought to life through both image and conversation. Behind the scenes, we document the precision of Gary Baker of Unite Hair, a reminder that every finished moment begins in process.
We further present designer features from Mali Hays of Luxe Isle and Melanie “Mel” Gonzalez of Berry Beachy, Jose Alexzander of Love For Upcycling, Jen Summers of Sugarpuss Clothing and Alexandra Abraham of Bikini Beach Australia —five distinct creative voices, each commanding attention through clarity of vision and execution. Their runway presentations, produced by Art Hearts Fashion, drew full audiences and delivered collections that resonate in both contrast and cohesion.
Model features this issue include Caralena Lehmann, whose trajectory uniquely bridges aviation and fashion as an aspiring pilot, and Olivia Marie Whitlock, whose presence signals a natural and compelling rise. Her Giannina Azar, Laurel DeWitt and Sugarpuss photographs are beautiful. Luana Larkin rounds out the issue with an interview and photographs from LoveForUpCycling, Giannina Azar, Divaska and Luxe Isle.
Looking forward, WFMN enters a new chapter. Beginning with upcoming editions, we will introduce select advertising opportunities alongside curated merchandising integrations—allowing for a more direct dialogue between brand and audience. This expansion comes with intention: built upon a foundation of editorial trust and extended with precision. In our past SS | 2025 issue we are already driving motivated consumers to point of purchase with an over 8% consumer activation rate. And, our subscriptions with buyers is up over 20%.
Between issues, we invite you to follow our ongoing coverage on Instagram or connect with me directly on Instagram @kissmykite or, the web KissMyKite.com
WFMN remains committed to discovering new talent across all disciplines of design, modeling, and HMU artistry. For those seeking consideration, we welcome submissions and will ensure alignment with the appropriate editorial teams across our global network.
Our print editions are produced as enduring objects crafted on high-gloss stock, designed to live beyond the moment. Recent issues, particularly Miami Swim Week and SI Swimsuit, continue to see exceptional demand.
We look ahead to what’s next on the runway, behind the scenes, and within the pages of WFMN as we upgrade our digital properties for our US, LATAM, EU, MENA and ASIA audiences.
Tony Filson
Fashion & Features Editor
World Fashion Media News
At its core, WFMN is guided by a singular principle: editorial integrity. As an accredited global news organization devoted exclusively to fashion, our coverage is neither purchased nor influenced. From Miami to Paris, our editions circulated across the United States, LATAM, Europe, Asia, and the MENA region remain resolutely unbiased, shaped only by the merit of the work itself.
Now based in Florida, and part of a global team of my fellow Fashion & Feature Editors for WFMN, I find myself at the center of a market in ascent. Miami is an undeniable force where Swim Week, Fashion Week, Art Basel, and Miami Art Week converge to create a cultural dialogue that extends far beyond the runway. It is here that fashion meets momentum, and where WFMN continues to expand its lens.
Our Spring/Summer 2026 editions reflect this evolution. We recognize a select group of designers, models, and the Art Hearts Fashion organization—individuals and institutions whose presence resonates across both domestic and international stages. Their continued collaboration with WFMN is not only valued, but essential.
Our readership remains distinctly industry-driven: designers, models, buyers, producers, fashion consumers and creative professionals who shape fashion from within. WFMN exists for this audience—those who understand that fashion is not simply worn, but constructed, communicated, and lived.
For our SS 2026 Miami Edition, we are proud to feature Miss Universe Nicaragua, Itza Castillo, captured in striking couture by Giannina Azar. The image is deliberate, bold, sculptural, and emblematic of a designer whose influence continues to expand across swim, resort, and haute couture. Castillo herself embodies a modern elegance that extends well beyond the frame.
Elsewhere in this issue, sustainability takes focus through LoveForUpcycling, with designer Jose Alexzander and model Luana Larkin brought to life through both image and conversation. Behind the scenes, we document the precision of Gary Baker of Unite Hair, a reminder that every finished moment begins in process.
We further present designer features from Mali Hays of Luxe Isle and Melanie “Mel” Gonzalez of Berry Beachy, Jose Alexzander of Love For Upcycling, Jen Summers of Sugarpuss Clothing and Alexandra Abraham of Bikini Beach Australia —five distinct creative voices, each commanding attention through clarity of vision and execution. Their runway presentations, produced by Art Hearts Fashion, drew full audiences and delivered collections that resonate in both contrast and cohesion.
Model features this issue include Caralena Lehmann, whose trajectory uniquely bridges aviation and fashion as an aspiring pilot, and Olivia Marie Whitlock, whose presence signals a natural and compelling rise. Her Giannina Azar, Laurel DeWitt and Sugarpuss photographs are beautiful. Luana Larkin rounds out the issue with an interview and photographs from LoveForUpCycling, Giannina Azar, Divaska and Luxe Isle.
Looking forward, WFMN enters a new chapter. Beginning with upcoming editions, we will introduce select advertising opportunities alongside curated merchandising integrations—allowing for a more direct dialogue between brand and audience. This expansion comes with intention: built upon a foundation of editorial trust and extended with precision. In our past SS | 2025 issue we are already driving motivated consumers to point of purchase with an over 8% consumer activation rate. And, our subscriptions with buyers is up over 20%.
Between issues, we invite you to follow our ongoing coverage on Instagram or connect with me directly on Instagram @kissmykite or, the web KissMyKite.com
WFMN remains committed to discovering new talent across all disciplines of design, modeling, and HMU artistry. For those seeking consideration, we welcome submissions and will ensure alignment with the appropriate editorial teams across our global network.
Our print editions are produced as enduring objects crafted on high-gloss stock, designed to live beyond the moment. Recent issues, particularly Miami Swim Week and SI Swimsuit, continue to see exceptional demand.
We look ahead to what’s next on the runway, behind the scenes, and within the pages of WFMN as we upgrade our digital properties for our US, LATAM, EU, MENA and ASIA audiences.
Tony Filson
Fashion & Features Editor
World Fashion Media News
