As the Latin music world gears up for its biggest night in Las Vegas, we look past the celebrities to champion the master stylist whose decade-long dedication to perfection makes the red carpet shine. Mony Rey and her brand, Fashion Friends MR, are the trusted secret weapon of the industry’s elite. | RYM Partner
The desert city of Las Vegas is already gearing up for its annual metamorphosis into the epicenter of Latin music, culminating in The Biggest Night in Latin Music®—the Latin Grammy Awards. Set for broadcast live from the MGM Grand Garden Arena on Thursday, November 13, 2025, the event demands visual perfection from its attending stars. For every artist preparing to command the red carpet, there is an unseen architect ensuring their visual statement resonates worldwide. This is the realm of Mony Rey, a seasoned professional and the visionary behind the trusted beauty brand, Fashion Friends MR. With over a decade navigating the rigorous demands of celebrity clientele, Rey stands out not just as a talented stylist, but as an essential pillar of the industry’s visual identity.
Mony Rey’s success is a direct result of her technical range and unparalleled professional discretion, earning her a loyal clientele that spans genres and generations. Her extensive work includes the creation of iconic visuals for the music video uniting the legendary Marisela and El Mimoso, demonstrating her mastery in blending the aesthetics of two powerhouse careers across musical styles. In a business where image is currency and authenticity is paramount, Rey provides the seamless bridge between an artist’s personal power and their high-stakes public presentation.
Her professional range is a key factor in her enduring appeal. Rey possesses a rare industry dexterity, moving effortlessly between the delicate, high-glamour styling required by female superstars and the precise, meticulous grooming essential for male talent in the spotlight.
From the captivating, nuanced looks crafted for vocalists Edith Marquez, Marilyn Odessa, and Beatriz Solís—each demanding a specific aesthetic reflective of their unique brand persona—to the sharp, camera-ready perfection of one of Regional Mexican music’s biggest groups, Banda MS, Rey proves she is a dual-threat indispensable to the modern celebrity ecosystem. She understands that men’s grooming is not a secondary task, but a critical component of a professional image, requiring just as much skill and attention to detail as any elaborate hairstyle or makeup application. This ability to service a diverse roster, often working with multiple clients across various genres during the frantic awards week, solidifies her status as an industry veteran capable of handling complexity and pressure with grace.
In the high-pressure environment surrounding the Latin Grammys, Mony Rey’s professional grace is her ultimate differentiator. While many stylists focus solely on the final product, Rey’s clients laud the distinctive warmth and focus she brings to every session. She has effectively transformed the typically stressful process of pre-carpet prep into a moment of calm, focused artistry—a necessary sanctuary amidst the frenzy of Vegas.
Whether walking into a lavish Vegas suite or welcoming a client into her private studio, her philosophy is unwavering: meticulous detail combined with a personalized approach that assures the artist they are the most important person in the room. This commitment to the client’s confidence is what cultivates true loyalty. The artists who sit in her chair know they are receiving not just technical excellence, but a genuine partnership, ensuring they step onto the stage or the carpet feeling centered, flawless, and ready to own the night. As the most glamorous week in Latin music approaches, Mony Rey’s masterful work—the foundation of so many iconic looks—will once again be the subtle, powerful force ensuring the music world’s elite shine brightest for the camera.
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