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Ambience Defined
Outdoor lighting provides the finishing touch to a home’s exterior, enhances the beauty of a spectacular garden and lights the darkness of night for security and safety. There are many things to consider when selecting the correct lighting. — Text by Sandy Lindsey
An Ode to Yoga
If yoga is part of your regular fitness regimen, congratulations, you’ve discovered one of life’s greatest joys. If it’s not, read on to find out why you should jump on the bandwagon: STAT. — Text by Sandy Fernandez
Ski Wisdom
Taking to the slopes? SKIUSA’s Eduardo Gaz, who has been in the travel industry for over 25 years and skied in the 7 continents over 100 days a year, says the first step is to plan prior to your vacation to guarantee the best deals and yield the best experience possible. Read on for more savvy advice. — Text by Eduardo Gaz Photo location: Chamonix
Singer Time
Singer Vehicle Design is known for creating painstakingly perfect air-cooled 911’s, so when they decided to build a watch, it had to be a lot more than “special,” it had to be stellar. — Text by Bill Lindsey
Vintage Vixens
An on-trend entrepreneur recasting consignment for the modern day Miamian, Angie Ferrer Domecq, Founder & Principal of ViBe Consignment, sat down to give us The 411 on pre-loved designer pieces. — Text by Hugh Marchand
Elite Dining
The artful ultra-luxury condominium Oceana Bal Harbor just got even more exclusive with the recent opening of Ballerina, the first residents-only restaurant operated by Starr Catering Group in Miami. — Text by Sandy Lindsey
Trendsome Trio
A superiorly stylish troika dictating the bounds and borders of urban fashionality, meet the visionary women responsible for the elevated look of fashion house Lafayette 148 New York. — Text by Ryan Jarrell
Undertech Empire
Courageously innovating our intimates, lux lingerie line Giapenta integrates landmark textile technology with a classical sense of chic to enhance that most delicate of delicates. — Text by Hugh Marchand
Talent On The Rise
A regal glimpse into the complex fashionways of beleaguered Venezuela, Daniela Panaro and ultra-feminine line No Pise La Grama have made an undeniable effect on our world’s wider fashion sense. — Text by Hugh Marchand
Higher & Higher
Almost overpowered by the potential inherent in our metropolis, Shahab Karmely and One River Point seek to re-frame the concept of luxury to the modern Miamian. — Text by Ryan Jarrell
Miami Style
If someone asked you to define Miami style, what would you say? Most of us would be speechless. For me, I believe that real style comes from within, and what we decide to wear day in and day out on our sunny shores is as unpredictable as the weather. — Text by Jorge Arauz, Editor in Chief. Photo by Mario Pascual
Rare Flower
Fashionistas love roses and never more so than when they’re crafted of 46.09 carats of pink sapphires, 30.28 carats of rubies, 12.30 carats of tsavorites, 11.35 carats of white diamonds and 1.8 carats of emeralds set in 18K white gold.
The 411
Spotlighting news, launches, happenings, products & places in and around South Florida. — Text by Ryan Jarrell
Pour Me Another
A Miami native utterly in love with the city he’s in, Cibo’s Yoshi Dade brings one secret ingredient to every charming concoction that passes his bar top: An A+ personality ultimately concerned with patron satisfaction — Text by Ryan Jarrell Photos by Edward Leal
The Daily Grind
Now generally relegated to the realm of the artisanal, the neighborhood butcher was once a stalwart segment of an area’s food culture. Below we bemoan the loss and celebrate the resurgence of that most carnivorous of craftsmen: The butcher. — Text by Ryan Jarrell
Belly Buster
Anxious that we all enjoy our occasional indulgences, get the skinny on how to combat that most malicious of alcoholic aftereffects: the beer belly. — Text by Ryan Jarrell
Frankly My Dear, Miami Doesn’t Give a Darn!
An irreverent, daring and sexy place, Miami is uncompromising when it comes to fashion. While other cities disparage our uninhibitedness, we make no excuses and continue to soak up the sun while providing a lax attitude and ample sizzle. — Text by Francesca Cruz. Images provided by influencers
Style Edge
How is Rik Rak able to consistently provide the latest trends available for its clients both in fashion and beauty? The key is Raquel Watters’ keen eye for the latest trends that have not yet reached the masses. — Text by Sandy Lindsey Photo by Edward Leal
Perfect Vision
Ian Derek creates functional eyewear that enhances the aesthetic of the consumer while supporting their individuality. With Component, he’s established a brand where everything stems from an idea rather than a specific style or statement. — Text by Sandy Lindsey Photo courtesy of Component
Beauty Boom
Thalassa Boom’s collection reflects her European, Latin and Caribbean roots. Born in Holland, she was raised in Curaçao, where the island’s 80 nationalities and varied cultures had a significant influence on her taste and designs. — Text by Sandy Lindsey Photo by Edward Leal
South of the Border
Ensconced within Icon Brickell lies Cantina La Veinte, a paradisiacal portion of the best Mexican culture has to offer in and out of the kitchen. Join us as we spend a day learning just what it takes to make a successful restaurant the talk of the town. — Text by Ryan Jarrell Photos courtesy of Cantina La Veinte
Tongue-in-CH!C
Ariadna Gutierrez shows us how to lead the season in style, with lavish looks and a dose of glamour and aptitude. — Photographer: Pablo Costanzo Model: Ariadna Gutierrez Styling & Art Direction: Jhon Jairo Santos Styling Assistants: Angeles Almuna, Marisol Arias & Gustavo Espinoza Hair & Makeup: Cesar Ferrette @ Rik Rak Salon Photo Assistant: Gerardo Briceño Photographed @ Studio Eight 3250 NE 1st Ave.
New Wave
Brave and genius, we introduce you to a group of talented designers providing a breath of fresh air to the South Florida landscape with aesthetics that are powerful and relevant within the current momentum. — Photography: Nick Garcia | Styling & Art Direction: Jhon Jairo Santos Hair & Makeup: Cesar Ferrette @ Rik Rak | Model: Maria Piracci @ The Syndical Photography Assistant: Richard Mestre
Chic Closets
Fashion-forward as we are in this city, there’s always one aspect of our wardrobe we loath to let others admire: Our closets. We spotlight a number of wondrous wardrobe essentials that will change the way you pick out what to wear. — Text by Ryan Jarrell
Most Stylish 2017
As Miami continues to become the epicenter of global projects and innovation, locals are leading the social scene with style and confidence.
Winning Influence
Oswaldo “Ozz” Negri says he’s blessed to be able to make a career out of he favorite thing in the world: Racing; and to be fortunate enough to be able to give back by raising awareness about causes close to his heart. — Text by Sandy Lindsey
As Summer Goes By
Striking a mixture of graphics, colors and textures, alongside retro silhouettes and styling, yields the coolest eclectic looks of the season. — Photographer: Nick Garcia for BlindLight Studio Styling & Art Direction: Jhon Jairo Santos Styling Assistants: Angeles Almuna & Sofi Perazzo Hair & Makeup: Cesar Ferrette @ Rik Rak & Rogelio Gonzalez @ Red Market Models: Denya & Brooklyn @ Next Models Photography Assistant: Richard Mestre Production: Angela Bonilla Location: Casa Feliz Miami
H(aw)t Stuff
Slim swimwear silhouettes with a savage dose of animal patterns applied in variations of metallic hues convey aesthetic codes from designer Thalassa Boom and her current Spring/Summer lineup. — Photographer: Nick Garcia for BlindLight Studio Hair & Makeup: Cesar Ferrette @ Rik Rak Model: Taylor Youngblood @ Next Models Wardrobe: All Swimwear & Coverups by Thalassa Boom Resort Wear @ ThalassaBoom.com Photography Assistant: Richard Mestre Production: Angela Bonilla
Fabulously Fit
Bringing a brand that practically invented luxury lifestyle enhancement to one of our financial district’s most exciting projects, Equinox’s addition to the Brickell Heights complex is the crown jewel of the coveted development. — Text by Ryan Jarrell
Pros Of Pretty
We’ve scoured the ever-expanding aesthetic
enhancement scene to bring you the city’s best and brightest beauty makers. — Text by Ryan Jarrell Photos by Edward Leal
A Thing of Beauty
Addressing the aging side-effects of wanderlust: Firsthand experiences with treatments and procedures, performed by leading South Florida medspas, to revive, restore and beautify today, tomorrow and forever. — Text by Francesca Cruz
