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At the end of a long day, nothing takes the pressure off better than a drink. But not all drinks are created equal. Next time happy hour is right around the corner, set your poison of choice aside and opt for a more creatively crafted cocktail. — Text by Anja Maltav

Join me on an unforgettable journey through the fascinating Far East as I witness China’s rapid growth first-hand via art and fashion, starting in the umbilicus hotbed that is Hong Kong, followed by a quick trek through burgeoning Beijing before a final peregrination to Chengdu. — Text by Francesca Cruz

Lighting is one of the most important elements of good design. It sets the mood, enhances ambience and showcases luxury design. The right light can be an accent piece or even the centerpiece of a room. — Text by Yoshi Sanz Photos courtesy of Respective Brands

When paradise beckons for you to call it home, nothing compares to this superbly luxurious Oceana Key Biscayne penthouse within a low-density building in a discreet, breathtaking environment. — Text by Yoshi Sanz Images courtesy of Oceana Key Biscayne More info: Oceana Sales; 1395 Brickell Ave., Ste. 950; 786.414.2900; OceanaKeyBiscayne.com

While UR Music works with many multinational record companies such as Universal and Sony, they also cater to independent and emerging artists who are beginning their careers and are in need of quality recording productions. — Text by Sandy Lindsey Photos by Ximena Etchart

CMC Group continues to shape the Miami skyline with its latest project, Brickell Flatiron, a landmark 64-story luxury condominium in Brickell. With construction set to begin in late 2015, Brickell Flatiron is on track to become the tallest all-residential building south of the New York market when it delivers in 2018. — Text by Sandy Lindsey Photos courtesy of CMC Group

The reality and fiction from Ziggy Stardust as a music character meets the style needs of today’s glam rock women. — Photographer: Nick Garcia for BlindLight Studio Styling & Creative Direction: Jhon Jairo Santos Styling Assistants: Angeles Almuna & Gustavo Espinoza Hair: Cassy @ Blo Blow Dry Bar, Midtown Miami Makeup: Joshua M. Ribadeo @ M.A.C Cosmetics Model: Elena Santamatilde @ Wilhelmina Models Photography Assistant: Ricardo Mestre Production: Angela Bonilla

Freedom, mind and soul combine to yield a stylistic, expressive message for the ages. — Photographer: Nick Garcia for BlindLight Studio Creative Direction: Jhon Jairo Santos Styling Assistants: Angeles Almuna Hair: Cassy @ Blo Blow Dry Bar, Midtown Miami Makeup: Joshua M. Ribadeo @ M.A.C Cosmetics Model: Madison Tabeek @ Next Models Photography Assistant: Ricardo Mestre Production: Angela Bonilla

Clothes with texture, structure and graphics meet The Margulies Collection at the Warehouse for a fashion journey like none other. — Photographer: Nick Garcia for BlindLight Studio Styling & Creative Direction: Jhon Jairo Santos Styling Assistant: Angeles Almuna Hair: Cassy @ Blo Blow Dry Bar, Midtown Miami Make-up: Joshua M. Ribadeo @ M.A.C Cosmetics Model: Briley Hale @ Elite Models Photography Assistant: Ricardo Mestre Production: Angela Bonilla Location: The Margulies Collection at the Warehouse; 591 NW 27th St., Wynwood

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? — Text by Estrellita S. Sibila; Photo by Ximena Etchart

1. Mariano Di Paola, Mario Graziano, Carolina Graciano, Nicolas Mantovani, Max Makowski, Sol Asenjo 2. Paula Costa, Juango Rocco 3. Chistina & Esteban Arce 4. Rosana Gutierrez, Dario Vigil 5. Alex Gasquet, Belsay Henning 6. Damian Pelegrino, Luciano Gatti 7. Steve Stein, Focy Souto 8. Rosi & Luis Gajer 9. Leonardo Davalos, Irene Moore

1. Alessandro, Renato & Roberto Minotti, Siamak Hakakian, Rodolfo Dordoni 2. Dallas Manfield, Lulu Martin, Alex Batancourt 3. Susanna Minotti, Jose Frances, Pitu Sens 4. Terri Mitvalshy, Alicia Sidorek, Giuseppina Arena 5. Thomas Zaidman, Laura Panebianco, Chis Dischino

1. Thibaut Marchese, Yolys Arias, Jesus Tejero 2. Ana Perez, Andres Bravo, Rocamador Rubio 3. Carlos Ferrando, Tracy Koço 4. Gustavo Bello, Laura Riccardi, Eduardo Bello 5. Inmaculada Gutierrez, Clara Vicedo, Rocamador Rubio 6. Carlos Ferrando, Luis Moreno 7. Jose Manuel Boiy, Richard Gonzalez 8. Leo Avila, Carlos Beliver 9. Noslen Hernandez, Maricel Hurtado 10. Ramiro Palma, Toni Gomez 11. Tamara Roth, Fernando Urroz 12. Matilde Reyes, Elizabeth Sanchez 13. Veronica Jaile, Yeline Roldan

1. Helio Castroneves, Fred Dauibe, Adrian Fernandez, Guto Berto, Marcus Berto 2. Michael Kurtz, Susan Pullin 3. Jeff Moran, Lori Moran, Ron Moran 4. Roberto Moreno, Paulo Rigazzo, Bruno Benevides 5. Rosa Pereira, Ana Rigazzo, Gabriela Brom

1. Benjamin Vargas, Jose Jouvin 2. Rodrigo Goncalves, Karla Rojas, Michael Vines 3. Andrew Laughter, Margaret Jimenez 4. Natalia Sanchez, Dania Pena, Maria Fajardo, Mireya Mora 5. Richard Dorr, Paul Aviles 6. Jose Jouvin, Federica Schacht, Ramiro Ramirez 7. Edward Gonzalez, Rodrigo Goncalves 8. Gloria Ampuero, Joshua Moreno 9. Lorely Delgadillo, Irasema La Hoz 10. Ryan Davis, Lamys Rodriguez 11. Alessandra Bruno, Fernando Meneses 12. Anibal Flores, Jonny Morales

1. Monique Selman, Natalia Paula, Glen Diston, Shari Porter 2. Diana Carballeira, Keren Marti, Jena Rissman Atlass 3. Jason Kreiger, Carol Ellis-Cutler, Rhys Willams 4. Natalia Gallo, Cristina Mas, Joy McKenna 5. Diana Perez, Jacqueilne Cruz-Bustillo

1. Voices For Children’s Board Of Directors w/ President & CEO Nelson F. Hincapie 2. Angel Ferrer, Nelson F. Hincapie, Jay Shapiro 3. Becky Zyman, John Lopezm, Jessica Zyman Boyd 4. Cindy S. Lederman, Amy Bloom, Gail Appelrouth 5. Nelson F. Hincapie, Abigail Price-Williams, Laurie Jennings 6. Abigail Price-Williams, Jason Bloch, Bob Cuevas 7. Sally Heyman, Jason Bloch 8. Laurie Jennings 9. Jay Shapiro, Laurie Jennings, Judge Cindy S. Lederman 10. Brian Goldmeier, Jean Monestime, Nelson F. Hincapie 11. Nelson F. Hincapie, Vince Castro 12. Leyla Portela, Denise & Isabella Sasain, Nelson F. Hincapie 13. Martin Zilber, Debbie Robbins, Nelson F. Hincapie, Carolina Hincapie

1. Craig Studnicky, Carolyn Block Ellert, Jim Ellis 2. Dean & Rose Sklar, Sheryl Hodor, Tim Singer 3. Craig Studnicky, Liz Caldwell, Amanda Manteiga 4. Lucille Gioia, Karen Baker, Katia Fernandez 5. Iveth Ojeda, Tom Wolf 6. Henry Aleman, Lee Jenkins 7. Jack Clark, Carl Marzola 8. Katia Fernandez, Howard Elfman 9. Liz Caldwell, Sandy Tagliamonte 10. Sheryl Hodor, Danielle Clermont 11. Dan Campanella, Jason Landa, Carlos Garcia 12. Steve Yates, Rebecca Batterman, Rick Fortenbury

1. Betty De Aragon, Giselle Guerra, Vanessa Guerra 2. Alexander Menendez, Vanessa Guerra 3. Betty De Aragon, Neda Bahmadi 4. Danny Landera, Jackie Carvajal 5. Lani Landera, Ari Fernandez 6. Jessica Lodispoto, Heather Kaminsky

1. Boris Izaguirre, Rodner Figueroa, Giorgio Canale 2. Alejandra Cangas, Veronica Cangas 3. Amy Pillow, Karina Gonzalez 4. Anna Rechtman, Dereck Spanks 5. Armando Litiatco, Yoco Tacarada 6. Jackie Florczak, Tracy Koço 7. Michael & Mary Shore 8. Nicole Castaneda, Jennifer Mcmann 9. Shuron & Fabiola Malka 10. Stephanie Urbina, Erika Lorenzo 11. Katherine Bigott, Danilo Di Michele, Carlotta Kauffman 12. Ralph Jimenez, Stephanie & Marco Mazzoli

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. — Profile photos by Ximena Etchart Project photos courtesy of designers

The futuristic, mind-blowing interior design must-haves we’ve found will make your home a conversation piece in its own right and have your guests’ eyes popping out of their sockets whenever they drop in for a visit. — Text by Anja Maltav

Lourdes Leon-Vega has built the Tutti Bambini brand into an empire that helps new parents redesign their lives and spaces as they transition into a kid-centric world. — Text by Estrellita S. Sibila Photos by Tutti Bambini Photography

When family gatherings, office parties and holiday cheer keep you up way past your bedtime, look toward these beauty agents that will bring that summer glow back for the season and beyond. — Text by Francesca Cruz

Philosophers, thinkers and laymen alike contemplate the law, lawyering and a life of living within the legal limits. Check out these iconic thoughts on the subject. — Text by Estrellita S. Sibila

Little River Building & Home Supply, a leading hardware store in Miami, has been helping feed homeless and low-income residents at their Thanksgiving and holiday feasts for over 30 years. And this year, you can come volunteer a little of your time to make a big difference. — Text by Estrellita S. Sibila

Interns always strive to make a good impression in the hopes of landing a full-time job after graduation. But what’s really going on behind the perky attitudes and big smiles? — Text by Bill Lindsey

No one gets to be a great success in their field without spending long hours at their desk. That time, while profitable for the bottom line, takes a significant toll on the body. Luckily, scientists are changing that, one seat at a time. — Text by Stacy Wynn

Are you living with a pet star and don’t even know it? Maybe you’ve got the perfect dog for the next Disney movie or your cat is ready to be featured in magazine ads. Stunning good looks aren’t even a requirement. — Text by Sandy Lindsey

Marion and El Tucan offer two vastly different experiences with one shared kitchen headed by Michelin-pedigreed Executive Chef Jean Paul Lourdes. — Text by Sandy Lindsey & Stacy Wynn

Elizabeth Scokin, Southern Lifestyle Expert & Creator of Haute Hostess Aprons, shares advice on party etiquette and how to charm the dickens out of your holiday guests this season. — Text by Francesca Cruz

These comedians, humorists and actors have made fortunes making us laugh since they can find humor in just about every aspect of life. This, of course, includes money. — Compiled by Stacy Wynn

It’s cult, it’s kitsch, it’s camp — it’s no longer much of a secret. The Secret Celluloid Society brings cult films to a famished Miami audience, and the Orson-esque boy wonder behind it all is Miami’s own Nayib Estefan. — Text by Francesca Cruz

We’re all busy people. As an entrepreneur constantly juggling projects, a philanthropist aspiring to make a difference and a life enthusiast traveling the corners of the world seeking adventures, I’ve found nothing keeps me more balanced and grounded than consistency in my morning routine. — Text by Francesca Cruz

Considering a designer or decorator for a project? Here are the skills designers put to the test to ensure a project comes to life on time, on budget and beyond expectations. — Text by Estrellita S. Sibila

The latest edition of Star Wars has fans feverishly snapping up soon forgotten collectibles such as Wookie water bottles. A watch, on the other hand, is something we all need to avoid the fury of parking meters or dinner dates. — Text by Bill Lindsey

With a true love for fitness, fashion and everything eco, Rebecca, the founder, designer and owner of The Paprika Shop, created a clothing and jewelry line that combines flexibility, playfulness and eco-friendliness to create pieces that are both beautiful and sustainable. — Text by Ros Prado

The benefits of a consistent yoga practice are endless. No wonder its popularity is at an all-time high — from A-list celebrities to athletes across the globe, everyone seems to be practicing yoga. — Text by Ros Prado

Kicking off the holiday season is the Humane Society Of Greater Miami’s 19th Annual Brunch For The Animals, providing the opportunity to pay tribute and help raise funds for the care of animals in shelters. — Text by Francesca Cruz

The Emporio Group produced their first massive concert in 1998 when Ricky Martin captivated more than 30 million people singing “La Copa De La Vida” in the Estadio Olimpico of Caracas. — Text by Sandy Lindsey