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Helping Hands
An institution formed by the charitable hearts of millions, Mercy Hospital represents everything positive our emergent metropolis offers. — Text by Ryan Jarrell
Ocean Views
Among its many lures, this Grand Bay condo in Key Biscayne has breathtaking direct views of the ocean, beach, Biscayne Bay and so much more. — Text by Anja Maltav Realtors: Daniel Gaviria; 305.582.4800; [email protected] Ana Somarriba; 305.215.1686; [email protected] greatpropertiesintl.com
Local Heroes
Never ones to rest on their laurels, these Magic City entrepreneurs believe true success isn’t measured by how much you gain, but how much you can give back. — Text by Ryan Jarrell. Photos by Edward Leal and John Bouma. Zak Mann's photo his courtesy.
Bold Quality
Whether sleek in silhouette or bright in color, both values present the impact of style and living, integrated for this season and beyond. — Photographer: Nick Garcia for BlindLight Studio Styling & Art Direction: Jhon Jairo Santos Styling Assistants: Angeles Almuna & Sofi Perazzo Makeup & Hair: Cesar Ferrette @ Rik Rak Model: Mariana Downing @ Wilhelmina Models Photography Assistant: Richard Mestre Production: Angela Bonilla Furniture: El Dorado Furniture, various locations throughout South Florida; ElDoradoFurniture.com
All Pretty Little Things
Daring and lavish? She’s got it! Take a visual journey mixing of all the sparkling complements that add an extra touch of boldness to any look. — Photographer: Nick Garcia for BlindLight Studio Styling & Art Direction: Jhon Jairo Santos Styling Assistant: Sofi Perazzo Makeup & Hair: Cesar Ferrette @ Rik Rak Model: Modesta Petkeviciute @ Wilhelmina Models Photography Assistant: Richard Mestre Production: Angela Bonilla
Give & Get
Perfect weather. Beautiful beaches. Endless servings of croquetas. There are countless ways we, as enthusiastic citizens, have taken from our city. Herewith: 20 FUN ways to give back. — Text by Ryan Jarrell
Oh, the People You’ll Meet!
From helping build a school in a hillside barrio of Quito, Ecuador, to rubbing elbows with Manhattan and Dublin society, one writer shares the experiences she’s had meeting interesting people through philanthropy. — Text by Irene Moore
Exceptional Environs
From innovative water-bottle refill stations to organized shoreline cleanups, Entrepreneur Dara Schoenwald wears many hats when it comes to helping locals live eco-minded. — Text by Sandy Lindsey
Giving Gladly
Drawing deeply from the community they love so much, Mercy Hospital’s volunteers form an integral portion of the compassionate caregiving Mercy supplies our community. — Text by Ryan Jarrell
Panoramic Pizzazz
With their much-anticipated topping-off scheduled this month, Brickell’s own Panorama Tower is an exciting addition to the already thrilling district. — Text by Ryan Jarrell
Risqué Reliquary
Think you’ve muscled your way through every museum the city has to offer? Take a trip through the tantalizing yet tasteful array of artifacts at the World Erotic Art Museum in Miami Beach. — Text by Ryan Jarrell
A Realty Revolution
A prime project in the riverside renaissance sweeping our shores, March saw some big news coming from the team behind ultra-luxe tower One River Point. — Text by Ryan Jarrell
Down & Dirty
A passionate and productive addition to the South Beach food scene, the farm-friendly fast food fanatics behind DIRT believe that in order to be well, you’ve got to eat well. — Text by Ryan Jarrell Photo by Brett Hufziger
With The World On Her Shoulders
A ferocious flashback to the power-mad ‘80s, Demna Gvasalia’s shoulder-centered
silhouettes screamed contempo from Balenciaga’s Spring/Summer ‘17 delivery, and provided
an empowering trend to the business-minded Brickellite. — Text by Hugh Marchand Photos by Monica Feudi/Indigital.TV
Equality Extravaganza
Celebrating its 9th year as the definitive South Florida LGBTQ event, April 9 will see Miami Beach Gay Pride once more enliven our shores with pride. — Text by Ryan Jarrell Detail photo by Mark’s List
Perfect Pals
This spring, why not greet the warm weather with a brand new walking buddy? Below are some furry friends from surrounding shelters who’d love to start a new life with you. — Text by Ryan Jarrell
Glamour Gently
A modern maîtriser of the minimalist makeup mode, Miami-based Cosmetic Artist Champagne “Bo” Satayakul doesn’t create beauty — she accentuates it. — Text by Hugh Marchand Photos by Elliot & Erick
Home Of Hope
Practically synonymous with charitable giving in Miami, Camillus House is a volunteer-driven outreach project fighting the good fight in our inner city. Coordinating this flock of selfless samaritans is Alessandra Laricchia. — Text by Ryan Jarrell
Temperature Control
Summer’s coming. Are you prepared to beat the heat? Farrey’s Lighting + Bath carries all kinds of stylish options to make sure your home looks every bit as cool as it feels. — Text by Ryan Jarrell
Eco Pretty
Think the makeup in your drawer doesn’t come with an inconvenient truth or two? Use our moral makeup guide to see if your cosmetics kit passes the test. — Text by Ryan Jarrell
Shoegazing Supreme
Seeking to further satisfy their clientele, a number of exciting new changes are coming to the Neiman Marcus at Shops At Merrick Park. First on the list? A massive expansion of an already impressive shoe selection. — Text by Ryan Jarrell Photos by Manny Hernandez
Fine Wine Showcase
Napa Valley’s Stags Leap District is a small appellation with a big reputation. Home of some of the top wineries in the world, it’s filled with glorious vineyards in every direction as far as the eye can see.
Looks & Brains
It can be difficult to choose between the rugged good looks of an iconic timepiece and the massive functionality of a smart watch, which is why you’ll love Alpina’s uber-smart, seriously sexy SeaStrong Dive Watch. — Text by Bill Lindsey
Forever Flagler
Traffic aside, I think we can all agree which era of our magnificent metropolis we’d rather reside in. Flagler Street, known in this photo from 1900 as Twelfth, has been a thoroughfare of our singularly saucy city since its inception. — Text by Ryan Jarrell. Before photo courtesy of the Ernest Gearhart Collection, HistoryMiami Museum After photo Marcelo Araica
Standing United
Big news on the philanthropy front: The United Way Of Miami-Dade turns 93 this month, making it almost an even century The Magic City has been touched by this outstandingly obliging organization. — Text by Ryan Jarrell
Voice For The Voiceless
Enlightening the lives of miniature Miamian’s for the last 30 years, below is just one example of the many charitable changes the Voices For Children Foundation have made in our city. — Text by Ryan Jarrell
Ripple Effects
I ‘ll never forget the time I met a newlywed Midwestern couple stranded in Miami during their honeymoon while one of the many hurricanes...
Inspired Shopping
Designed and made by female artisans right here at home and around the world from Guatemala and Honduras to Haiti and India, all Tribe Alive apparel, bags, jewelry, accessories and home goods are made by women for women.
The 411
Spotlighting news, launches, announcements, happenings, products & places in and around South Florida. — Text by Ryan Jarrell
BAR PRO
Spencer Taliaferro, Head Mixologist at Epic’s LILT Lounge in Downtown Miami, is a Jersey Boy from Brigantine, a small island city attached to Atlantic City, who has brought his behind-the-bar know-how to The Magic City. — Text by Irene Moore Photos by Edward Leal
