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Classic cars, private islands, the latest IT technology, going green, and putting yourself first. What do these all have in common? They are some of the interesting new investment trends in our globally unreliable economy. Here are a few investments for 2012 that you may not have considered yet (but should). — Text by Sandy Lindsey

Agustin Caceres of Le Group Industries is about as well-traveled as it gets, which is why he’s the perfect guy to help businesses realize their international aspirations. — Text by Jacquelyn Benson

Rain tanks are great for gardens, conserving water naturally in a way that simply doesn’t get any more sustainable. But unfortunately, the traditional blue...

This is truly the fashion of the future: Rainbow Winters’ Interactive Wearable Design. In retro-mod designs inspired by the iconic artists of the ‘60s...

What better way to welcome each new season of the year than with a distinctive gelato flavor? Gelato Nostro reports that Mango was the...

Get a glimpse at the work of some of China’s hottest contemporary artists right in our own backyard at Mandarin Oriental Miami’s Asian Art...

Face it: You have to put a case around your iPhone, unless you like peering at your text messages through a banged-up screen. So...

Nothing makes you feel better than looking fabulous. Give your mood a boost by treating your face to some help from the Darphin Eye...

The shapes, sounds and colors of Miami are the inspiration behind US-born, Venezuelan-raised artist Eleazar Delgado’s stunning new collection, Behind the Lights: Miami. Delgado’s...

Let’s face it — you have terrible taste in wine. Or maybe you don’t, but you simply don’t have the time to scour the...

These days, it seems like there are a million ways to get those daily vitamins into your system. But not all of them are...

We all secretly want to dress up as our favorite TV stars, but showing up at the office in your Star Trek costume will...

New Arrival The 2012 Mercedes-Benz C-Class Coupe, the latest from Mercedes-Benz, has just arrived in showrooms. Like every Mercedes-Benz coupe, it wraps 4 sport seats...

Whether you’re heading home from yoga class or covering up at the beach, the Elle Poncho from meSheeky will have you looking fab and...

Real Estate powerhouses Philip J. Spiegelman and Craig S. Studnicky of International Sales Group, LLC, have just made a move of their own, relocating...

Knock, knock. Find out who’s there before you turn that deadbolt with the digital PeepHole Viewer. Capable of providing you with much more detail...

Who says paper airplanes are just for kids? With the Electric Paper Airplane Conversion Kit from TailorToys, they’ve definitely come into the grown-up arena....

The other day I was hurrying down Brickell Ave. on the way to a meeting when a driver stopped at a red light, rolled...

Looking for a creative way to get from Point A to Point B? Meet the Citation CJ4, Cessna’s largest CJ aircraft yet, and an...

1. Lais & Paulo Bacchi, Christina Souza, Monica Souza 2. Luciana Tamm, Cecilia Baggio 3. Emiro Ramon, Alejandro Polania 4. Mayra Keiffer, Tatiana Iparraguirre 5. Sonia Figeroa, Claudia Herrera 6. Fernanda Rigotto, Fernanda Naves 7. Veronica Rodriguez, Gaston Rodriguez 8. Roger Oliveira, Marcela & Wayne Schwartz 9. Caroline Souza, Laura Andrade 10. Patricia Arias, Melissa Carrillo 11. Wilson Kulkanp, Dr. Luis Teixeira 12. John Gallo, Susan Preville 13. Claudio Croche, Joost Jansen 14. Pedro Sedo, Daniela Fantini, Ricardo Conti

1. Ron Besly, Marlen Bedoya, Johny Tapanes 2. Tony Serrato, Andrew Lipman, Howard Walker 3. Araba Dowell, Odette Jimenez 4. Alejandro Polania, Lindsay Burns 5. Lisa Barrow, Teresa Bravo, Giselle Delgado Buraye 6. Maria Ravani, Laura Soave, Mr and Mrs Ariel Gavilan

1. Craig Studnicky, Philip Spiegelman, Larry Mango 2. Jimana Chaves, Elisa Lombino 3. Sarah Elles Boggs, Alberto Navarro 4. Ben Levy, Avital Avizemel 5. Graciella Mure, Carla Lopez, Patricia Velazquez 6. Yenis Martin, Nicholas Grossi, Ignacio Galdos

1. Alan Weisberg, Denise Weisberg, Bjorg Eikel, John H. (Jack) Hickey 2. Norman S. Gerstein, Nicola Brown 3. Hon. Jennifer Bailey, Justice R. Fred Lewis, Hon. Celeste Muir 4. Hon. Scott Silverman, Adria Silverman 5. Rolando Diaz, Nina Diaz, Hon. Valerie Manno-Schurr, Joseph H. Serota 6. Jose Pagliery, Bridgette Carey, Hon. Amy Steele Donner 7. Hon. Samantha Ruiz Cohen, Hon. Beth Bloom, Stewart Cohen

1. Juvenal Pina, Rosina Del Rosario Pezzotti, Tessi Garcia, Willy Gort, Basthy Hazoury & Mayor Tomar Regalado 2. Willy Gort, Virginia Godoy, Terry Buice 3. Josefina Lozano M.D., Hipolito Mejia, Jose David Suarez M.D. 4. Aaron Glickman, Cecilia Baggio 5. Marta & Luis Rosas, Gustavo & Virginia Godoy 6. Willburgh Jackson Placido & Alicia Diaz, John El-Masery 7. Hipolito & Rosa Gomez de Mejia, Willy Gort, Mayor Tomas Regalado

1. William Plasencia, Martin Wormull, Ricardo Taño Feijoo 2. Anabela Lopes, Ben Raccioppi, Leonor Dias 3. Carlos de Mena, Eduardo de Mena 4. Martiza Ratto, Kalu Alvaro, Gabby Samusson, Martiza Moreno, Jose-Antonio Prats 5. Ambassador Nuno Brito, Jose Galaz, Joama Castro 6. Jose Castella, Teresa Castella, Francisco Machado da Cruz, Jorge Espirito Santo 7. Antonio Alvarez, Earle Browne, Carl Haugen, Sergei Oulianov, Ricardo Ramos 8. Luis Tonicha, Christine Silva 9. Celso Cipolla, Manny Vieira 10. Nuno Salema, Antonio Torres, Miguel Nunes, Francisco Caldas 11. Ralph Monteleone, Graziella Cabrera- Miron, Ennio Gonzalez, Luiz Peixoto, Martin Fenton 12. Jorge Espirito Santo, Ursula Schenone 13. Rita Quelhas, Guilherme Kuchkarian, Ricardo Ventura 14. Paula Trindade, Carlos Ramos, Ursula Mactisell

1. Gene Harkey, Fabiola Castro 2. Felipe Kafati, Paulina Atala 3. Olivia Rodriguez, Pamela Dahlin 4. Monica Ventura, Anna Parra, Mateo Chialastri, Denise Torres, Rossana Gutierrez 5. Terry Dowling, Christian Bizzotto, Vaughn Liley 6. Shawn Eric Fralin, Erin McGinnis 7. Erick Lacayo, Herman Spicker

1. Mandarin Oriental 2. Gloria Fonts Suarez, Victoria Chase 3. Emily Dickens, Jessica Masi, Tamara Cohen, Alain Martinez, Jamie Lipman, Candace Maloman 4. Sara Renee, Andrew King 5. Jamie Lipman, Jamie Oristano 6. Alain Martinez, Rick Interian, Victoria Chase, Gloria Fonts Suarez, Allison Baez

Spotlighting news, launches, announcements, happenings, products & places in and around South Florida. — Text by Sandy Lindsey

If you’re in search for a much-needed spring spruce-up, head over to The Spa at Conrad Miami to get a revitalizing experience like none other. — Text by Jessica Quintero Photos courtesy of The Spa At Conrad Miami

Introducing The Magic City’s Best Dressed Professionals! — Photography by Kiko Ricote Interviews by Jorge Arauz Hair & Makeup by Teresa Miranda; 786.343.1727; [email protected] Hair & Makeup Assistant: Alice Davel-Freitas; 786.315.3517 Styling by Michelle Navarro; 305.934.6833; [email protected] Location: Kikor Studio, 3001 SW 28th Lane, Coconut Grove; 305.448.3283; Kikor.com

Marble and quartz have been highly valued throughout time in high-end residences and commercial buildings. Compac’s “technological” versions take these rich, aesthetically pleasing materials and adapts them to our modern world. — Text by Sandy Lindsey Photos courtesy of Compac: The Surfaces Company

This modern oceanview condo at Mei within Miami Beach’s legendary “Millionaire’s Road” neighborhood right on Collins Ave. is one of South Florida’s most sought-after residences thanks to its spacious interior, luxurious finishes and breathtaking views. — Text by Yoshi Sanz Realtor: Esther Prat; 305.965.0150; [email protected] Photos courtesy of EWM Realtors

Meet the people who are shaping the future of business with every handshake, transaction and bottom line. The passion, attitude, outlook and savvy they all share has yielded an ingrained need to succeed no matter what the consequences. These inspirational visionaries are some of the top leaders of today and tomorrow who will inspire, motivate and in many cases complement the very goals that keep you going. After all, business is all about who you know, isn’t it?

First impressions are lasting ones, and with these autumn must-have apps you’ll have instant access to priceless information on how to improve your personal style right at your fingertips. — Text by Jessica Quintero

If you’re looking for one-of-a-kind pieces to complement your new season’s wardrobe, designer Shannon Saint Clair has something special for just about every look. — Text by Lourdes Reigosa Photos courtesy of Shannon Saint Clair

There’s no better setting to enjoy a great film than under the stars. At SoundScape at New World Center, you can do just that,...

Audi R8 Spyder Losing the new Audi R8’s top didn’t hurt its supercar status. If anything, it opens up the interior and provides for an...

In a city packed with restaurants, making the right choice about where to get a great meal can be overwhelming. Luckily, most of the...

Love art? Love fashion? Bring your passions together with Wearable Art from designer/artist Isa Zapata. In this 100% cotton, Limited Edition Vicky Slub Tank...

Bags under your eyes making you look a bit under the weather? Give them a lift with Boscia’s Restorative Treatment for Under-Eye Bags. This...