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Unique ‘fashion musical’ sells out St. Pete museum
“I think that’s why tickets sold out – because I did what I’ve always planned on doing.”
Marianna Jazmine has combined her passion for fashion, music and art into a night of “cosmic elegance” at the Imagine Museum.
Jazmine, founder of Imagine Fashion Nights, will host her first sold-out show Saturday after over a decade in the business. The longtime St. Petersburg resident and jazz vocalist credited its popularity to local demand for “top-tier designers,” “runway-type models” and “abstract and unique fashion, just like the museum.”
Imagine Fashion Night 2025: Where Art Meets the Cosmos will feature a ballerina, a hip-hop dancer, a saxophonist and a performance by Jazmine. She selected 20 models from over 200 submissions, and wants St. Petersburg to become a fashion haven “where people come to shows and know they’re getting their money’s worth.”
“It’s a show – an extravaganza is going on,” Jazmine said. “It’s like a fashion show slash musical. I used to call it a fashion festival, and I’ve done it in Miami, New York and Atlanta. But I decided to upgrade the way I do it, and bring it into museums.”
Jazmine said supporters and friends – about 50 are involved in the show – deserve a proper venue and recognition for their creativity. She initially planned to host the event outside in the Warehouse Arts District.
The Imagine Museum, at 1901 Central Ave., in the Grand Central District, was a “beyond perfect” location for the event, Jazmine said. She called it “a blessing to even get approved to have it here.”
“The show is cosmic,” she added. “And the art and the museum are very cosmic, as well. So, it all goes together.”
Marianna Jazmine will also participate in the “cosmic” show. Photo by Rudy Arias.
Jazmine, a former model, relied on industry connections to secure top talent for the show. She also credited local supporters for having faith in her vision.
Jazmine believes Imagine Fashion Night will provide invaluable exposure for everyone involved. “We all deserve to be seen,” she said. “And to be seen in a beautiful place is even greater.”
Imagine Fashion Night will become a recurring event in St. Petersburg. Jazmine and the museum have already agreed to host an “angel-themed” show featuring her lingerie line in February 2026.
“These tickets sold out faster than I would have ever thought, and the next show will be even better,” she pledged. “We’ll know what we need to fix – if there’s anything to fix. I’ve been doing this for so long, it’s already perfect.”
Anniyah Riviera is one of 20 models to walk the runway. Photo by Rudy Arias.
Jazmine, also a real estate investor, explained that her passions intertwine. She focuses on properties within the Warehouse Arts District, a “creative outlet” that she said benefits artists.
She called it “truly inspiring” to “pretty much be where I always dreamt of being.” Jazmine also acknowledged that it might sound “a little crazy” to have ballerinas and hip-hop dancers share a runway with models.
“I think that’s why tickets sold out – because I did what I’ve always planned on doing,” she added. “And for the Imagine Museum to believe in it as well … I’m very honored for everything.”
