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Encounters w/ 1100 Millecento Residences — May 2015
1. Sonia Figueroa, Marc Sarnoff, Carlos Rosso, Jorge Perez 2. Jorge Perez, Vanessa Hauc 3. Carlos Rosso, Aura Aragon, Selene Arvesu, Paolo Pininfarina 4. Benji Power, Jan Paul Perez, Gavin McKenzie 5. Jacquelyn McCaw, Stacy Saget, Yohima Giro 6. Carla Wilson, Kari Fernandez, Ishmael Perez, Adriana Brito 7. Liza Gallardo Christian Tupper, Allison Goldberg 8. Adrian Peralta, Jennifer Budman 9. Leobaldo Matos, Laura Pozo 10. Marta Ferrari, Deborah Caridad 11. Manny Arvesu, Selene Arvesu, Sorah Daiha, Chris Soares 12. Aura Aragon, Angel Rodon, Raimundo Onetto, Michelle Minagorri
Encounters w/ Coral Gables Fashion Week — May 2015
1. Maria Isabel Gurdiel, Juan Cruz, Maria Flora, Mavie Javier, Alexander Caraballo, Mayda Joli 2. Ella Tello Pena, Rozio Sanchez 3. Nicole & Michelle Vasquez
4. Vanessa Carrasquel, Patricia Micu 5. Daniella Duran, Nino, Kristina Ordiales, Judah Jensen 6. Haniset Rodriguez, Yoli Stambury, Madelin Gonzales, Zajaris Fernandez 7. Ivonne Rice, Carmenia Torres, Britny Rice, Carolina Madaqui, Marlis Morjido 8. Karen Escalera, Godi Hift, Laura Gdowik 9. Norma Pino, Joana Hernandez, Jessica Quinones 10. Piper, Charlotte & Elizabeth Trattner 11. Patricia Ruiz, Rossie Dannery, Rossie Santibanez
Encounters w/ CMC — May 2015
1. Bonnie Clearwater, Julian Schnabel 2. Chad Oppenheim, Jonathan Breene, Alejandro Viel Temperley 3. Ugo & Sara Colombo 4. Andres Fanjul, Victor Hernandez 5. Gingi Beltran, Marysol Patton, Jill Zarin 6. Ranjana Khan, Criselda Breene, Gingi Beltran 7. Bonnie & Jim Clearwater 8. Ceylan Ecer, Porfirio Munoz 9. Kathryn Mikesell, Kenton Parker 10. Bobby & Jill Zarin 11. Rachel Pellman, Fran Scola 12. Vanessa Grout, Kenton Parker
Encounters w/ Club Fifty — May 2015
1. Kenneth Drysdale, Jaime Drysdale, Anita Funtek, Marina Termino, Ignacio Termino, Samantha Magee 2. Cristiane Roget, Patrice Gilles, Keny Lyles, Chistian Giraldo, Juliet Wolk 3. Kelly Ordovas, Patricia Noriega, Roderyck Reiter, Marialby Caceres 4. Mauricio Ordonez, Marlene Marino, Oreste Leccese, Maria Maldonado 5. Guillermo Gonzalez, Emelinda Moran, Tom Obregon 6. Glen Velez, Jessica Forman, Eli Mualin, Margo Castena 7. Julio Ruisanchez, Carolina Mejia, Aura Hernandez, Isber Abdo, Victoria Ben, Hanzel Vides 8. Joy Newman, Win Peniston 9. Nacer Tazi, Meddi Mejjati 10. Omar Hernandez, Carla Blasini 11. Sandra Heath, Francis Picard 12. Agustina Pamelo, Oodia Baba, Norma Aguirre
Encounters w/ PhilanthroFest — May 2015
1. Superintendent of MDCPS Alberto Carvalho ziplining 2. Vishal, Naila & Vicky Ramgoolam w/ Aneel Persad 3. Twiggy: The Waterskiing Squirrel entertains the crowd 4. John Tibert, Aaron Sung, Ruth Cohan 5. Guillant, Sebastian, Dominic & Danie Nicolas
Habitat Rising
A strong team, unique projects and an innovative approach has helped Habitat Group fulfill its goal of providing exceptional real estate management services that seek to provide solid returns and a positive investment experience for their clients, resulting in satisfied customers confident that their objectives will be fulfilled. — Text by Sandy Lindsey Photos by Ximena Etchart
Couture Closets
Though they started and continue to be leaders in the luxury custom closet market, California Closets has the ability to customize their product to outfit many different areas of a home to an owner’s exact specifications. — Text by Sandy Lindsey
Urban bohÈme
A colorful wardrobe, denim and accessories combine to yield looks with bold character. — Photographer: Nick Garcia for BlindLight Studio Fashion Editor & Creative Direction: Jhon Jairo Santos Styling Assistant: Angeles Almuna Weil Hair & Makeup: Regina Marie for Rocco Donna Agency Model: Linnea Pihl for NEXT Models Photography Assistant: Alvaro Peralta for BlindLight Studio Production: Angela Bonilla for BlindLight Studio
Chic DEBONAIR
Capturing femme elegance through precious jewelry pieces. — Photographer: 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: Olga Y. for Wilhelmina Models Photography Assistant: Alvaro Peralta for BlindLight Studio Production: Angela Bonilla for BlindLight Studio Jewelry: Morays Jewelers, 50 NE 2nd Ave., Downtown Miami; MoraysJewelers.com
20 Off-The-Beaten Path Adventures in the Sunshine State
From Florida’s lush landscapes and iconic landmarks to adrenaline-packed activities around every corner, get ready to experience our state like never before with these adventures that are guaranteed to push your boundaries and test your limits. — Text by Estrellita S. Sibila
Skirts & Suits
Dress For Success Miami looks to continue to help individuals transition toward self-sufficiency while shining a light on their men’s Suited For Success initiative with Jennifer Heegaard as the new Board President. — Text by Estrellita S. Sibila Photo by Johnny Arraiz
Air King
Aviation veteran and Miami native Justin Firestone is helping change the way we travel as part of private aviation enterprise Wheels Up. — Text by Estrellita S. Sibila Photos courtesy of wheels up
Cashmere Canines
Elegant lines. Fine materials. Cutting-edge style. No, we’re not talking about a runway show. But we are talking about how Canine Royalty sets out to dress the furry members of our families with a fashion-forward wardobe collection. — Text by Sandy Lindsey
Building Miami
The Melo Family’s company, The Melo Group, is run by a pair of brothers, Carlos & Martin Melo, and their father, Jose Luis Melo, who’s been in the business for 50+ years. — Text by Sandy Lindsey Photos courtesy of The Melo Group
Smart Money
How to survive and thrive in tough economic times is on everyone’s mind. Which is why GOBankingRates went to the top financial gurus for their advice. — Text by Stacy Wynn
City Flight
Imagine that you buy an airplane ticket to Dallas — but you have no interest in going there. Chicago is your final destination. — Text by Timothy M. Ravich
Community Cooking
VeritageMiami is turning the big 2-0 and celebrating without a fake ID in a food, fun and philanthropy-friendly atmosphere. — Text by Rony Mo
Special Delivery
The Heineken TransAtlantic Festival in cooperation with the Rhythm Foundation have bundled
a couple of days of live World Music and are planning to drop it right on your doorstep. — Text by Rony Mo
Elevator Commute
Millennials are trading white picket fences for condos in the sky. Green Street Advisors report Americans under 35 have a higher propensity to rent, are getting married and having children later in life, and desire a more flexible urban lifestyle. — Text by Sandy Lindsey
Bold Gold
The Key has a hidden gem — oh, yes, pun intended — when it comes to Diamonds On The Key, owned by Jewelry Designer & Entrepreneur Christina Termine. This gal is lauded for having the ability to unearth a rare diamond, design a piece that defines exquisite, and transform an heirloom into a contemporary bauble. This by-appointment jeweler is all about high-quality, unique jewels sans the high retail cost. — Text by Francesca Cruz
Lunar Lure
Does the moon get you in the mood? Perhaps more than you know. If the culmination of the lunar cycle makes you want to bom chika wah wah, don’t fret, you have company. — Text by Ros Prado
Clear Title
A widower needed to sell his house and a buyer wanted to seize the moment and didn’t want to miss out on the opportunity of a lifetime. The seller and the buyer quickly came to an agreement and a handshake sealed the deal. Just after settling in, he learned that the seller’s wife was alive. — Text by Stacy Wynn
Saving Time
Watch aficionados may have one favorite timepiece, but they also probably have many others that evoke deep pleasure. Keeping them wound is not as critical as keeping them secure. — Text by Bill Lindsey
Generous Options
What’s the best way to contribute to your favorite cause? Consider one of these options with various levels of commitment and control, just don’t forget to consult your attorney and financial advisor first. — Text by Carly E. Howard, JD, LLM
Commercial Success
Alaire Harris can swap careers like a wardrobe change and go from model to metalsmith at the drop of a hat. Like lightning, inspiration may strike at any moment drawing on themes of contrasting aesthetics, inner strength and nature. — Text by Rony Mo
The Eyes Have It
Protect those baby blue, jade green or chocolate brown peepers from the ravaging sun with shades that speak to aesthetic beauty and a social cause. Launched in San Francisco in 2012, Westward Leaning leads the way with purposeful protection. — Text by Francesca Cruz
Spumante Psychosis
Sparkling Italian wines aren’t just fantastic when enjoyed with food, they’re also fantastic in food: Here are a few of the craziest culinary concepts enhanced by Foss-Marai Spumante. — Text by Rony Mo
Love Throttle
The first thing most people think about when the topic of motorcycles comes up is either a tattooed, hairy biker or those crazed kids on neon-colored bikes screaming past traffic on I-95 at 200 mph. However, bikes are actually very romantic. How so? We’re glad you asked. — Text by Bill Lindsey
Wild Synergy
They say being one with our surroundings is one of the best things we can do for our overall sanity. And no relationship says peace and tranquility like man’s bond with nature — and his sweet tooth. — Text by Francesca Cruz
“…But It’s My First Time!”
Everyone has to start somewhere — isn’t that what they say? We’ll, I clearly remember my first yoga class ever. I wasn’t sure how or why I ended up there, but if Jennifer Aniston could rock a yoga body, why couldn’t I? So I laid my mat at the back of the class, hoping I could go unnoticed and the hamster inside of my mind kicked into high-gear. Warning: The following thoughts were a product of dehydration. I take no responsibility for any of it. — Text by Ros Prado
Designer Nurturing
The Cradle from Richard Clarkson Studio is much more than just the coolest-looking rocking chair ever. The company did significant research into Rhythmic Movement Disorder and the results are incorporated into this head-turning design. — Text by Sandy Lindsey & Stacy Wynn
Sunshine Wishes
A few weeks ago, I finally got around to completing my very first bucketlist. It was one of my proudest moments. — Text by Jorge Arauz, Editor in Chief. Photo by Estrellita S. Sibila
Sensory Rejuvenation
Now you can have your own personal cocoon in which to escape and recharge. “Color is a property of light, which is made up of many different waves of energy,” say Lanzavecchia + Wai and Marine Meyre, the designers of the Mycoocoon Immersion Pod.
The 411
Spotlighting news, launches, announcements, happenings, products & places in and around South Florida. — Text by Sandy Lindsey
Presidential Pours
W. Nathan Rogers has an authoritative name that doesn’t quite match his approachable demeanor. He directs bar operations by the light of an exquisite chandelier, under which he blends a Library Of Congress-sized compilation of premium spirits. — Text by Rony Mo Photos by Korey Davis
Tequila Takeover
Regardless of what your first, second or latest impression may have been, tequila is much more than a shot to avoid after midnight. — Text by Rony Mo
Smokin’ Sections
Used to prevent the bloom of bacteria, preserve swiftly-spoiling meats and make tough ones more palatable, smoking techniques are used in every country from Norway to Namibia and for good reason: It’s our undiscovered 6th taste. — Text by Rony Mo
Carnival of Dreams
Ziplining along Biscayne Bay. A waterskiing squirrel. A giant picnic blanket created by a world-renowned artist. A charity rocket blast-off. And more than 100+ ways to get involved in the community. Oh my! PhilanthroFest, the nation’s largest civic engagement festival, has plenty in store for this year’s “Carnival Of Dreams” on Apr. 11 at Museum Park in Downtown Miami. And you’re invited to take part in the action. — Text by Sandy Lindsey
All Aboard
If you travel regularly, it becomes increasingly clear that there are a few basic types of travelers we should all watch out for — especially when flying. Regardless of how familiar you may be with these globetrotting personalities, read on to find out a few ways you can try to make it to your final destination in one piece. — Text by Estrellita S. Sibila
An Ode To Revelations, Realizations & Revving Up
Entering the murky waters of self-discovery isn’t usually something anyone wants to dive into, but once you come out on the other side, you break free of a superficial cocoon — to finally claim your life’s calling. — Text by Francesca Cruz







































