Updated posts 2026
Philanthropist Jean Shafiroff organized the Art of Style Reception at Hotel Croydon in Miami Beach, FL, in honor of Art Basel Miami 2023. Attendees, including guests, celebrities, and art enthusiasts, gathered at the vibrant South Beach venue to mark one of the year’s most prominent art events. The event featured a delightful array of cocktails and hors d’oeuvres. Renowned galleries from around the world showcased impactful pieces by masters of both modern and contemporary art, alongside emerging talents.
The satellite gatherings surrounding the fair have become as much a part of the week as the convention floor itself. Art Basel brings tens of thousands of visitors into Miami Beach for a handful of December days, and the calendar fills with receptions, dinners, and pop-up exhibitions across hotels and private homes. Smaller venues like the Croydon offer something the fair halls cannot, which is room to actually talk, and that is often where relationships between collectors, artists, and patrons take shape.
Notable attendees at the reception held at the Hotel Croydon included: Jean Shafiroff, Diane Lieberman, Alan Lieberman, Casey Lieberman, Katya Tolstova, Li Jing, Linda Lewandowski, Meera Ghandi, Sofie Mahlkvist, Miguel Serrano, and Pamela O’Connor.
About Jean Shafiroff:
- Philanthropist, humanitarian, TV host, and author of “Successful Philanthropy: How to Make a Life By What You Give”
- Active engagement in philanthropy with a focus on volunteer fundraising
- Holds leadership positions on the boards of seven charitable organizations
- Chairs eight to nine distinct charity galas annually
- Advocacy for causes including women’s rights, rights of the underserved, health care, and animal welfare
- Board positions with organizations such as Southampton Hospital Association, Mission Society of NYC, French Heritage Society, Couture Council of the Museum at FIT, Global Strays, New York Women’s Foundation, Casita Maria, and Southampton Animal Shelter Foundation Honorary Board
- 28 years of service on the board of the Jewish Board, now an honorary trustee despite her Catholic faith
- Numerous honors received from charitable organizations for impactful contributions
- Recognized as a leading figure in philanthropy both nationally and internationally
- Influential presence on social media, particularly with a substantial following on Instagram.
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About Hotel Croydon:
The whimsical Hotel Croydon is located in Miami’s mid-beach off Collins Avenue. Comfortable accommodations include seamless service, Tempurpedic beds, C.O. Bigelow bath products, in-house restaurant (The Tavern), complimentary cocktails nightly from 7:00pm to 8:00pm, a pool, yoga classes, and a rooftop deck with panoramic views of the ocean and city. Hang out and dine at the Tavern which offers both a wide selection of all-day dining options as well as indoor or outdoor seating to meet your mood.
For more information about Hotel Croydon, please visit www.hotelcroydonmiamibeach.com
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