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Luxurious Ponderings
Luxury: trinkets, baubles, toys and creature comforts on a grand scale, yet in Miami luxury is more about a state of mind and a heavy dose of visual indulgence… — Text by Francesca Cruz
Bank Of The World
Banco do Brasil Americas was born from a rich history. Their parent company is Banco do Brasil, the largest bank in asset size in Latin America, with 205 years of experience in financial services, and, as with anything, there’s no substitute for experience. — Text by Sandy Lindsey
Comfy Drink
When it comes to amping up your libation arsenal this season, this traditional wassail recipe has a few twists that will keep you coming back for seconds and thirds. — Drink by Chef D. Chalaron
Holiday Lights!
Make sure to add these lighting essentials to your wishlist to ensure that every nook and cranny of your home is illuminated to its full potential. — Text by Jacquelyn Benson
Cultural Metamorphosis
Known for its beaches, nightlife, food, fashion and fun, Miami is now ready to take its rightful place center stage on the global art scene with the opening of Pérez Art Museum Miami. — Text by Sandy Lindsey Photos courtesy of PAMM
Season’s Dazzle
These breathtaking pieces are sure to get you all the attention you deserve during the social season and beyond — all you have to worry about is deciding which parties to RSVP for. — Photography: Nick Garcia for Blindlight Studio Fashion Editor: Noé Cesar; Noé@BrickellMag.com Hair & Makeup: Ally Pastora for Rocco Donna Hair & Beauty Art; RoccoDonna.com Fine Jewelry: By appointment @ Diamonds On The Key; 1.305.851.1460; DiamondsOnTheKey.com Model: Priscilla Huggins by Next Model Management Photographer’s Assistant: Alvaro Peralta for BlindLight Studio Production: Angela Bonilla for BlindLight Studio Location: BlindLight Studio; 4747 SW 75th Ave.; 305.266.3197; BlindLightStudio.com
Space Makers
Meet a few professionals who are ready to help you create the home of your dreams with stunning ideas that are sure to turn any space in your home into a functional showpiece that will make you the envy of the entire neighborhood. — Text by Jacquelyn Benson
Urban Sprawl
Paraiso Bay is poised to take East Edgewater to new heights with stunning plans that will be a welcome addition to the neighborhood. — Text by Yoshi Sanz Photos courtesy of Paraiso Bay Sales: Fortune International Realty; 305.533.1350; ParaisoBay.com
Subconscious Design
Most design experts agree that when you change your surroundings, you can change your life. Every home tells a story. What is yours saying? — Text by Dena Roché
Cocktail Concierge
Oceanaire’s Aaron Tucker redefines the concept of great bartending by putting hospitality first to create the perfect experience for his customers. — Text by Eric Nathal Photos by Christopher Almeida
Social Craft
We’ve all heard the saying that friends come a dime a dozen, but that dime doesn’t go as far as it did once we grow up. For many of us, the new playground is our local watering hole or networking pub crawl where the drinks (and conversation) are flowing. — Text by Eric Nathal
Redefining Tradition
Create a new holiday tradition for yourself — one that honors and celebrates cultures around the world and that makes a statement about life in America. — Text by Eric Nathal
Space Savior
Cristina Maria Lloyd is on a mission to encourage better living through smarter organization by providing her clients new, sleekly improved environments through her firm OuttaSpace, Inc. — Text by Cristina Zuazua Profile photo courtesy of OuttaSpace, Inc
Heartbeat City
Through The American Heart Association’s Miami PULSE organization, young leaders volunteer time and resources to raise funds and awareness about a cause that has affected — or will affect — most of us and/or our loved ones throughout our lifetime. — Text by Carla Torres
Trip I.Q.
If travel is part of your regular schedule for work or pleasure, you may want to take these tips to heart the next time taking off into the horizon is on your agenda. — Compiled by Dena Roché
Lease Peace
If you like to get a new car every few years, while keeping your total cash outlay as low as possible, leasing may be a good choice for you. — Text by bill Lindsey
Happy Anniversary
Wonder how watchmakers commemorate those big events? In the case of these brands, it’s with a pair of seriously gorgeous timepieces. — Text by Jacquelyn Benson
Bibliophiles Rejoice
It’s once again that magical time of the year, where the literature lovers of The Magic City come out from behind their latest best-seller to delight in their favorite pastime (in public): Reading. — Text by Natasha Albornoz
Inspector Gadgets
We’re willing to bet that even the executive who has everything doesn’t have these unique items in his office. They’re fun yet practical. They also make whimsical gifts for the holidays. — Text by Sandy Lindsey
Up-And-Coming
These new real estate options are sure to yield a double-take, whether you’re in the market to invest or in search of the perfect home to get away from it all. — Text by Jen Mangham
Plus-Size Palette
As we all know, fashionistas come in all shapes and sizes. Here’s how to rock a few new style trends around town with confidence when getting down to a Size 0 just isn’t an option. — Text by Dena Roché
Touch Play
Go wireless with Outdoor Tech’s newest headphones: The Privates. These rugged-looking headphones connect to your smart device via Bluetooth and are controlled with a touchpad on the right earpiece. — Text by Eric Nathal
Natural Beauty
For over 50 years, Éminence Organic Skin Care has been harnessing the power of nature to unlock the secret to a more beautiful you. — Text by Jacquelyn Benson
Air Fried
Wouldn’t the world be an amazing place if we could have all the delicious taste of deep-fried food but without the artery-clogging side effects? T-Fal says we can with their healthy alternative to the sinful deep fryer: The ActiFry. — Text by Sandy Lindsey
Nature Bites
Want to take the sustainable approach to a night out? The Nature’s Plate Award spotlights the nation’s greenest restaurants. — Text by Jacquelyn Benson
OMG GOOD!
The buzz started out as a slow hum around town when word first got out that a new restaurant was in the works in The Design District. — Text by Jorge Arauz & Kaya Baez
