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Last night,
a friend of mine called to tell me the sad news of a local South Florida
designers passing.
Francisco Azucar passed away in Tampa while working
his fashion show. Azucar” as he was better known to his friends and fashion industry professionals, was based out of Miami but he was a regular in the Tampa/St Pete fashion scene coming to Tampa several times a year to participate in fashion shows and events in the area.
Miami born "Azucar" was of Cuban descent and he was a very
talented fashion designer, loved and respected in the community. His
versatility is what set him apart from other designers.
He was able to create womens and menswear including swimwear
and pageant dresses but he was better known for his couture designs.
We did not know Francisco personally, we knew of him, he knew of
us as well; we've seen his beautiful creations
and also bumped into him from time to time in downtown Miami with a client at
the fabric stores. I actually went to one of his fashion shows in a club some
years ago.
As a fellow designer and human being, we must pay our respects
and for his family, Our Condolences. I know he will be missed by his friends
and colleagues. Go with God/Vaya con Dios Francisco
Azucar.
Viktor Franovik
Editor in Chief
Models&Designers Magazine
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