Oakland Park's Online Magazine – #TogetherWeAreOP
Alberto Arroyo is a Puerto Rican fashion and costume designer and the founder of Arroyo Studio. Arroyo is a designer who considers fashion to be an extension of someone’s personality. While gifted in many artistic crafts Arroyo specializes in fashion. His creations range from resort wear, casual, ballet, theatre, costume, to burlesque – just to…
“Behind every great man, stands a great woman”. This is a proverb we might have heard many times in our lives. I had the pleasure and opportunity to meet a woman who stood behind not one, but four very talented men. These four men easily influenced the world of Rock ‘n Roll. Their band name…
At first glance The Little Seamstress is a longstanding small business with more than 50 years of customer satisfaction under its belt. Alterations, custom pieces, repairs and fabric sales have been the focus of the company. I had the opportunity to speak with the current owner, Fiona Proserpi, to learn more about her story and…
We may be required to mask our faces, but we still can use this time to express ourselves. From designer fabrics, to elaborate lace, the creative community has jumped on board to bring a little happiness and expression to the situation. Whether you are an animal lover who prefers a paw print mask, or a…
During the COVID-19 pandemic, it is heartwarming to see our community band together to help people in need. The Oakland Park Kiwanis have joined forces with local families to tirelessly sew and deliver masks to medical professionals and essential workers. The Osman Family, Maritza Prince, and Sandy Melillo have dedicated hours of sewing to ensure…
