( MENAFN - GetNews) Representing the sustainable fashion brand“Love For Upcycling,” 96-year-old Gloria Mantell Pallot graced the runway during Miami Fashion's Swim Week The Art Hearts Fashion runway event, part of Swim Week in Miami for Fashion Week, took place at 1235 Washington Ave on Sunday, June 2, 2024, at 7:30 pm in Miami Beach. 96-year-old Gloria Mantell Pallot challenged ageism in the modeling industry and promoted sustainable fashion. She represented“Love For Upcycling” at the event, showcasing the brand's commitment to sustainability and timeless fashion.
A Legacy of Sustainability Born in Miami, Gloria Mantell Pallot's childhood was spent playing on the sandy shores of Collins Ave and 3rd Street, where her family bungalow was direct oceanfront. Growing up, Gloria witnessed the phenomenal creation of Ocean Drive and the transformation of downtown Miami into a bustling metropolis. Her participation in Fashion Week reflects a legacy of resilience and adaptability, mirroring the values of the brand she represents-“Love for Upcycling.
A Lifetime of Adventure Seventy years ago, Gloria and ten other native Floridians started what was to be called the“Klicky Klub”. Over the decades, the ten women lunched every Wednesday and planned their travels around the world, eventually visiting over 10 countries. A fifth-generation Miami family, the Pallots opened Miami's first gas and tire station.
Through the decades, Norton Tire morphed into a chain of tire stores lat.