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Pretty Little Details
Take your beauty and fashion tips, tricks, regimens and remedies for a ride with these suggestions for propelling your looks in ways that will surprise you — and anyone who glances your way. — Text by Francesca Cruz
Seasonal Foodie
Seasonal eating is the craze right now, but this trend is far from new. In fact, it’s been around way before supermarkets filled their aisles with processed options. So why are restaurants all of the sudden jumping on the bandwagon? The better question is, why wouldn’t they? — Text by Ros Prado
Wisely Organized
Whether you’ve got 500 or 10,000 sq. ft. of living space, it’s crucial to be able to find things when you want them. — Text by Sandy Lindsey & Stacy Wynn
Palate Pleasures
Take your tastebuds on the adventure of a lifetime to Italy, Spain and Switzerland with these delights that you can enjoy with your guests at your next dinner soiree. — Text by Estrellita S. Sibila
Dripping In Luxe
When it comes to purchasing diamonds, the round cut is often the most popular. It captures more brilliance than any other shape, yet all of the other shapes have their own unique look to them. — Text by Francesca Cruz
Hollywood Haute
The gals today are emulating the retro pin-up allure of Dita Von Teese and Lana Del Rey — it’s all about femininity and glamour, and who doesn’t drool over that? Now we can create that same radiance and mega glow, sans the paparazzi flashes. — Text by Francesca Cruz
Ruminating Attire
A few months ago, I was strolling with the pups at Museum Park when a reader approached me to ask how he could nominate...
Channeling Bond
While many action heroes and screen idols have come and gone in the past 50+ years, James Bond remains the ultimate “man’s man” — in large part due to the bespoke suit designed for Sean Connery by Anthony Sinclair.
The 411
Spotlighting news, launches, announcements, happenings, products & places in and around South Florida. — Text by Sandy Lindsey
Tap Travel
For wine tourists, the Bordeaux Region of France and NorCal’s Napa Valley have long been designated as Meccas of Merlot. For those seeking to devote themselves monogamously to beer, their list of holy sites may seem less obvious. However, with 70+ locations to drink directly from the source, San Diego could be the craft movement’s capital city and these are a few of its more colorful representatives. — Text by Rony Mo
Chemist Of Craft
Mixologist Carlos Cruz lets creativity, cocktails and chemistry collide in his garden-inspired libation creations at Seaspice. — Text by Estrellita S. Sibila Photos by Ximena Etchart
VIEt YUM
Like a culinary Captain Planet that harnesses energy from the elements, Vietnamese cuisine uses the power of sweet, sour, bitter, salty and heat for the purposes of good. Balancing flavors becomes an even greater challenge when certain ingredients are also attributed cold (yin) and hot (yang) properties. — Text by Rony Mo
Adventure In The Tropics
Experience new kinds of adventures in Panama, a destination fit for cosmo-tropico-Latinos — it’s a dash of Miami & Monte Carlo in the rainforest with a hint of rugged exploration and lots of luxe. — Text by Francesca Cruz
Foreign Flair
From Iceland to Singapore, meet a few international fashion designers who are letting their heritage and culture shine in stylish creations from around the globe. Take this foreign flair affair to the next level by adding a few of these labels to your collection this season and beyond. — Text by Estrellita S. Sibila Photos courtesy of respective designers
The L Word in a Time of Y
Keeping up with Generation Y has taken a toll on love: We all want it, but most people settle for random connections because love is too scary — all aboard the “Fear Of Commitment” wagon. — Text by Francesca Cruz
BRICKELL MAGAZINE’S 2015 Best Dressed
Introducing The Magic City’s Best-Dressed Professionals — Photography: Nick Garcia for BlindLight Studio Interviews: Jorge Arauz Fashion Editor: Jhon Jairo Santos Hair & Makeup: Regina Marie and Marlene Franco for Rocco Donna Hair & Beauty Art Styling Assistants: Angeles Almuna and Gustavo Espinoza Production: Angela Bonilla for BlindLight Studio Photo Assistant: Ricardo Mestre Location: The Biltmore Hotel; 1200 Anastasia Ave., Coral Gables; BiltmoreHotel.com
Awaken Your Inner Wardrobe Warrior
Every season comes with a tricky trend that’s not suitable for all shapes and sizes, and that’s a-okay. Knowing when to pass on a trend will keep you looking your best without sacrificing confidence. Here are a few tips on looking fresh, even if it’s not in this season’s silhouette. — Text by Estrellita S. Sibila
Baby, I Got Groove
From sunrise to sunset, these enthralling retro looks will inject a dose of energy to your confidence and character. — Photographer: Nick Garcia for BlindLight Studio Styling & Creative Direction: Jhon Jairo Santos Styling Assistant: Angeles Almuna Hair: Cassy @ Blo Blow Dry Bar, Midtown Miami Makeup: Joshua M. Ribadeo @ M.A.C Cosmetics Model: Kianna Stupakoff for Next Models Jewelry: Diamonds On The Key; 1.305.851.1460; DiamondsOnTheKey.com Photography Assistant: Richard Mestre for BlindLight Studio Production: Angela Bonilla for BlindLight Studio Location: The Carillon Hotel & Spa; 6801 Collins Ave., Miami Beach; CarillonHotel.com
Mirror, Mirror
If you’ve been striving to be the fairest of them all, look no further than these professionals of perfection who are dedicated to helping you yield the best version of yourself possible. — Text by Sandy Lindsey photos by Ximena Etchart
The Treasure Inside
We are all on a quest. The hardest part is taking the first step...but once we’ve braved that, the treasures that await reconnect us to our inner wealth — once you find your heart, you’ll find your way. — Text Francesca Cruz
The Beauty Vault
From treatments you can find right around the corner to out-of-this-world products you can add to your beauty arsenal, this round-up will have you looking like a million bucks without breaking the bank. — Text by Estrellita S. Sibila
Soul Connector
Look to Intuitive Healer & Soul Connector Michelle Alva of PureSelf, Inc., to help you activate your body medicine, align you with your authentic self and connect every fiber of your being with your soul. — Text by Estrellita S. Sibila Photo by Erik Guru Lieux
Good Linking
The mark you’re about to make, either as an intern, a first-time employee or in your next career step, will be helped — or hurt — by the first impression you make in your LinkedIn profile. Where to start? Read on to find out. — Text by John NykoLaiszyn
Teleportation Stations
The popularity of culinary tourism is undeniable, and these restaurants have specialized in
importing not only ingredients, but also experiences worth traversing the city for. — Text by Rony Mo
Loving Louis
Designed by Japanese Architect Jun Aoki and Mirei Uchibe, it’s hard to miss the recently opened Louis Vuitton store in The Design District. The building itself is a work of art, but the treasures that await inside are oh so divine. — Text & Photos by Francesca Cruz
Summer Musings
The sensual and natural look of the ‘70s is back and includes luminous sun-kissed golden skin, a flesh-hued pouty pucker and tropical scents that evoke all things summer and the beach. — Text by Francesca Cruz
Soul Ease
When it comes to finding your inner tranquility and transcending it to your outer self, the soothing wisdom of Deepak Chopra will help you become the best version of yourself possible. — Text by Francesca Cruz
