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ParadiSE Awaits!
Tour a luxurious Key Biscayne condo that not only showcases some of the best views on the island, it also has one of the most gorgeous interiors you’ll ever see. — Text by Yoshi Sanz Photos courtesy of Giulietta Ulloa Realtor: Giulietta Ulloa; 305.710.6620; [email protected]
Gintoxicated Vibes
Misunderstood, underappreciated yet completely necessary, gin should be appreciated for what it truly is (and poured correctly), no matter what’s on the menu for your day or night out. — Text by Rony Mo
Refreshingly Pink
This cocktail is perfect for a warm summer day, and pretty enough to ensure all eyes are on you poolside, beachside or any side you choose this season. — Drink by D. Chalaron
With This Ring…
You’ve decided she’s the one and you’re ready to get down on one knee. Herewith: Expert tips from the folks at Freddy’s, a local institution of engagement ring bliss in Downtown Miami to help you pick the perfect piece to seal the deal. — Text by Dena Roché
CURVE APPEAL
Learn to enjoy your “custard curves” in the city — any city — while keeping from permanently falling off the wellness wagon and enjoying the ride every step of the way. — Text by Francesca Cruz
FIT FINESSE
For the health & wellness gurus you’re about to meet, working out is an artform — one that requires the perfect mix of intensity, dedication and sweat. If you’re willing to put in the effort, the physical fitness strides you’ll achieve are endless. — Text by Stacy Wynn photos by Antonio Eli
Hot To Trot
We’ve uncovered the latest products and procedures sure to keep you youthful & stunning without going under the knife in a city where beauty abounds. — Text by Francesca Cruz
Oh Happy Days!
Heavily crystal-embellished accessories and dresses, jewelry and colorful jackets and sweatshirts define an exhilarating mood of happiness. — Photography: Nick Garcia for BlindLight Studio Fashion Styling & Creative Direction: Jhon Jairo Santos Styling Assistant: Angeles Almuna Weil Hair & Makeup: Ally Pastora for Rocco Donna Agency Model: Bree Kelly for NEXT Models Miami Photography Assistant: Alvaro Peralta for BlindLight Studio Production: Angela Bonilla for BlindLight Studio
Tribal Instinct
This Spring/Summer 2014 season is delineated by swimwear with animal and tribal prints, Maasai-inspired accessories and garments that collide for the perfect wardrobe. African and colorful touches combine for an extravagant impact, allowing women to confidently expose their wild side. — Photography: Nick Garcia for BlindLight Studio Fashion Styling & Creative Direction: Jhon Jairo Santos Styling Assistant: Angeles Almuna Weil Hair & Makeup: Ally Pastora for Rocco Donna Agency Model: Chantel Davis for Wilhelmina Models Photography Assistant: Alvaro Peralta for BlindLight Studio Production: Angela Bonilla for BlindLight Studio
Brilliant Bath
Today’s bathrooms have come a long way from the purely functional spaces for bathing and quick grooming of decades ago. And why not? — Text by Sandy Lindsey Photos courtesy of respective brands
Dance On
If anyone follows the path of doing what they love, it’s Scott Liebman. As Founder & CEO of LazerFitness, he’s made a profession out of helping others enjoy working out, one dance move at a time. — Text by Cristina Zuazua
New View
As I type this letter I’m hearing the shuffle of movers behind me bringing in way too many boxes of stuff I’ve accumulated over the years to my brand new condo overlooking the Port of Miami, PAMM, Museum Park, American Airlines Arena, Adrienne Arsht Center, Bayfront Park and Bayside. — Text by Jorge Arauz, Editor in Chief. Photo by Chantal Lawrie.
Beauty & The Beholder
It’s said that beauty is only skin deep, but then why is it that some people have the unusual power to get under our skin? It’s happened to all of us
— we meet someone and instantly fall deeply and madly (sometimes even stupidly) in love, only to wake up one day and realize the person we fell in love with isn’t all we imagined. Turns out love really is blind. — Text by Carla Torres
Beauty Makers
Meet the professionals of perfection making sure that every mirror glance you take is one to remember. After all, there’s nothing like being beautiful inside and out. — Text by Sandy Lindsey photos by Antonio Eli
Drink Doctor
Greg Howell doesn’t just want to craft you a cocktail, he wants to cure what ails you and he’s devised a short list of 150 remedies perfect for just about any occasion. — Text by Rony Mo Photos by Korey Davis
Aces
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?
The 411
Spotlighting news, launches, announcements, happenings, products & places in and around South Florida. — Text by Sandy Lindsey
WIRED TO WIN
When it comes to business, women are undoubtedly a strong, ever-evolving force to be reckoned with. And increasingly, entrepreneurs and professionals of both sexes are on a mission to make sure the upward trend continues. — Text by Francesca Cruz
Objects Through Shadows
When light captures the sparkle of precious, luxurious gems. — Photography: Nick Garcia for BlindLight Studio Fashion Editor & Creative Direction: Jhon Jairo Santos Styling Assistant: Angeles Almuna Weil Hair & Makeup: Ally Pastora for Rocco Donna Agency Model: Hailey Outland @ NEXT Models. Jewelry: Morays Jewelers, 50 NE 2nd Ave., Downtown Miami; MoraysJewelers.com Photography Assistant: Alvaro Peralta for BlindLight Studio Production: Angela Bonilla for BlindLight Studio
In the Mood for Work
Celebrate the empowering history of equality with a wardrobe that sports a ‘60s aesthetic combined with a modern, contemporary approach alongside silhouettes that embrace modesty. It’s a bold and graphic mix that will captivate you — and everyone you encounter — this
season. — Photography: Nick Garcia for BlindLight Studio Fashion Editor & Creative Direction: Jhon Jairo Santos Styling Assistant: Angeles Almuna Weil Hair & Makeup: Regina Marie Martinez for Rocco Donna Agency Model: Alea Wiles @ NEXT Models Photography Assistant: Alvaro Peralta for BlindLight Studio Production: Angela Bonilla for BlindLight Studio
Aces
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?
THE NEW 9 TO 5
Let’s face it: For the majority of us, work takes a big chunk out of our day. Regardless of where you find yourself completing all the professional tasks and duties that pop up throughout the week, there’s one thing most people dream of saying: “I work from home.” — Text by Dena Roché
Game Of Cones
Few cities can still claim to be eating ice cream outdoors with autumn in full swing, but thankfully Miami’s year-round recipes for Latin-themed sweets put the extra spice into something nice. — Text by Rony Mo
Final Frontier
Hobbies exist because populations support them and one that’s gaining exponential traction revolves around trading the most approachable of inebriants. It has a following stronger than Sci-Fi and they might be just as fanatical…move over Star Trek, craft beer bartering is here. — Text by Rony Mo
Tall Order
Standing 6’6”, Toro Toro’s Bar Manager Matt Phillips could be easily mistaken for an elite power forward, thankfully he’s applied his speed and skills to the cocktail game and he scores with every drink after hand-crafted drink. — Text by Rony Mo Photos by korey davis
Artful Insights
For Hugh MacLeod of Gapingvoid, the message behind his work offers a special meaning to anyone who comes across it — at home or in the office. — Text by Cristina Zuazua Photo courtesy of Hugh MacLeod
Famously Ferrari
If, when you think of a Ferrari, you conjure up images of Sonny Crockett from Miami Vice, you’ll love this car. If you want a Ferrari that you can use as a daily driver, you’ll love it even more. — Text by Bill Lindsey Photos courtesy of Ferrari
Atop It All
The Bond has a serious pedigree. It’s from the creators of 1450 Brickell, the highly successful and elegant office building on Brickell Ave. that’s home to JPMorgan Chase. — Text by Sandy Lindsey
Girl Power
The Women’s Fund of Miami-Dade recently awarded grants to 23 organizations that do an amazing job addressing the pressing issues that impact the lives of women and girls around the world. — Text by Sandy Lindsey
Addiction Treatment Stigma
In my 20 years as a helping professional, I’ve led many discussions about addiction treatment, advocacy, recovery and prevention. — Text by Stacy Wynn
Ticket Strategy
It seems that more and more frequently our office is being contacted by clients who have a suspended license due to a red-light camera violation. — Text by Stacy Wynn
Feels Good
Feel Good Movement Clothing Line’s mission is to spread the power of positivity by giving a hand to those in need and using responsible business practices to provide fashionable clothing that makes people feel great. — Text by Ros Prado
Dessert Sips
A strong start to a meal sets the tone for the rest of the evening and 15th And Vine’s Florodora revs your engine with Plymouth gin, Angostura bitters, Lisbon lemons, muddled raspberries and, since it’s so hard to choose between ginger beer and ale…they use both. — Text by Rony Mo
Healthy Living
The key to a healthy life is the little things. Sure, we all wish we could run a marathon, only crave food that is good for us and have the perfect physique. But big change isn’t easy, while small changes can lead to large results. — Text by Sandy Lindsey
Retro Representations
Alexis Frias makes grown-up art that brings out the kid in all of us. His union of mosaic, sculpture & paint is inspired by the work of 2 Italian Masters: Mario & Luigi. — Text by Rony Mo
SMART WATCHES
Long gone are the days when all a watch did was tell time. These brand new smartwatches can help with a whole lot more — one tick at a time. — Text by Ros Prado
Friendliest Catch
You don’t need 10 seasons of your favorite fishing show to remind you there’s no easy day in the fishing industry, but what better way to honor the fruits of the fishermen’s hazardous labor than a family-friendly celebration. — Text by Rony Mo
Personal touch
They say time is money, so any minute you spend overwhelmed by your tasks is a waste. Perhaps you find yourself missing appointments or bullets on your to-do list. Well, now there’s an app for that. — Text by Ros Prado
Urban Vegetables
The rooftop garden trend may have started in New York, but Miami is giving the concept its own spin with one of the city’s first rooftop vegetable gardens atop Cassa Brickell. — Text by Sandy Lindsey Photos courtesy of Cassa Brickell
Adios, Cellulite!
Cellulite remedies can be pricey and ineffective, but there’s one natural treatment that can make your legs smoother without breaking the bank. — Text by Ros Prado












































