the ladies
From left to right: Marysol: Chloe Black Blazer ($525) and Black Leather Short by Theory ($315) @ Neiman Marcus, Village of Merrick Park. Erica: Coral Dress by Theory ($365) @ Neiman Marcus, Village of Merrick Park. Bracelet by Mishky ($175) @ Green Grass Boutique, Brickell. Lorena: Torera and Belt Equinoccio-Equinoccio by Alejandro Crocker @ Green Grass Boutique, Brickell. Banana Earrings ($135); Garden Necklace ($175); & Nugget Bangles ($225) by Citrine by The Stones @ ByTheStones.com. Anita: Wardrobe from private collection. Natalie: Mark Jacobs Hearts Top ($158) @ Neiman Marcus, Village of Merrick Park.
Lorena Holguin
VP Marketing, Caribbean for MasterCard Worldwide
Her Style:
“Classic & elegant with some edgy elements mixed in!”
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Coco Chanel
In Her Closet:
Max Azria, Valentino, Chanel & Equinoccio-Equinoccio
Where She Shops:
“Green Grass, Equinoccio-Equinoccio & Saks.”
Frequency
of Shopping Sprees:
“Once per month.”
Best Accessory: “My tunics and caftans!”
Memorable Fashion
Faux Pas:
“This would definitely have to be imitating Madonna’s style in high school!”
Fashion Tip:
“Think of fashion as a white canvas you can add color and shapes to based on your own personality and figure.”
Wardrobe Must-Have:
“This autumn the one fashion must-have is a caftan from Equinoccio-Equinoccio!”
Tunic ($270) and Necklaces ($91 & $125) Equinoccio-Equinoccio by Alejandro Crocker @ Green Grass Boutique, Brickell. Wire Bangle ($188) and Killer Earrings ($240) by Citrine by The Stones ByTheStones.com.
Anita Espina
Background Vocalist for various artists including Luis Miguel, Marc Anthony & Nelly Furtado
Her Style:
“I make sure to dress how I feel every single day!”
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Sophia Loren
In Her Closet:
Juicy Couture, Alice + Olivia Marc Jacobs, Ralph Lauren & Valentino
Where She Shops:
“I get ALL of the fashion magazines every month delivered home so I know what looks to get!”
Frequency of Shopping Sprees:
“Once or twice a month, but there have been months I’ve shopped between 8-10 times!”
Best Accessory
“I have a staple piece — my boots! I’m probably one of the few people who wear boots all year round!”
Memorable Fashion Faux Pas:
“I’m sure I’ve had several…you live you learn. But I remember when Madonna was huge and, yes, I fell into the Madonna craze! But hey, it was the ‘80s and I was young!”
Fashion Tip:
“A woman is always beautiful if she’s comfortable…and there’s no better accessory than a smile!”
Wardrobe Must-Have:
“1950s-inspired dresses. They are very Mad Men!”
White tunic by Tanya Marie ($1,400) available @ Azul Boutique, Village of Merrick Park.
Marysol Patton
President of The Patton Group
Her Style:
“Classic with an edge.”
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Kate Blanchet & Audrey Hepburn
In Her Closet:
Oscar de la Renta, Roberto Cavalli & Valentino
Where She Shops:
“The Village of Merrick Park.”
Frequency
of Shopping Sprees:
“I’m embarrassed to say…”
Best Accessory
“I get the most compliments about my dresses and my jewelry!”
Memorable Fashion Faux Pas:
“I do remember many years ago getting a spray tan everywhere but my face and that evening I hosted a huge event and every photo that ran of me after that night was dreadful!”
Fashion Tip:
“If it doesn’t feel 100% right, don’t wear it!”
Wardrobe Must-Have:
“The Bulgari Dahlia Handbag.”
Dress, shoes and jewelry from private collection.
Erica Stringer
Miami-Dade County Public Schools Math & Science Educator
Her Style:
“From girly and glamorous to sporty and edgy.”
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Lady Gaga
In Her Closet:
American Apparel, BCBG, Bebe, Aldo, Nike, Nine West & Prada
Where She Shops:
“I love places like Loehmann’s and Nordstrom Rack, as well as Lincoln Road and the Design District.”
Frequency of Shopping Sprees:
“I always keep my eyes open for new things to buy. If I find something I really love, then I will buy it!”
Best Accessory
“I’m usually complimented on all my accessories, especially my rings, purses and watches.”
Memorable Fashion Faux Pas:
“In high school, my mom let me wear her diamond necklace to prom. I felt like such a princess, but I was too afraid to dance because I didn’t want it to fly off!”
Fashion Tip:
“Always add the small personal touches to an outfit — this is what will make you unique!”
Wardrobe Must-Have:
“Aviator sunglasses. They are timeless and match everything!”
Green dress ($1,300) and necklace ($195) by Tanya Marie @ Azul Boutique, Village of Merrick Park.
Natalie Davis
Public Relations,
Trini in Private
Her Style:
“Feminine, flirty, preppy and totally chic.”
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Marilyn Monroe
In Her Closet:
Milly, BCBG Max Azria, Marc Jacobs & Ralph Lauren
Where She Shops:
“I usually avoid the crowds and shop online!”
Frequency
of Shopping Sprees:
“Everyday!”
Best Accessory: “The dresses I wear daily!”
Memorable Fashion
Faux Pas:
“I’ll wear short satin dresses to lunch…and even cocktail dresses to a sports bar!”
Fashion Tip:
“You should be comfortable in what you wear, both in terms of the outfit and how you look in it!”
Wardrobe Must-Have:
“Boots! Paired with dresses or pants! It’s just such a classic look!”
Flower Print Dress by Tanya Marie ($1,300) @ Azul Boutique, Village of Merrick Park. Café Rocker Bracelets Bronze Mixed Leather with Chain ($375) by Citrine by The Stones available @ ByTheStones.com.
the gentlemen
All outfits and accessories from respective personal collections.
Elias Maida
President & Chief Officer, Fashion Box Studio, Inc.
His Style:
“Bohemian-Chic.”
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Tom Ford
In His Closet:
Equinoccio-Equinoccio by Alejandro Crocker, Hermes, Chanel & Dior.
Where He Shops:
“I enjoy shopping at Bal Harbour Shops.”
Frequency
of Shopping Sprees:
“When I need and have time.”
Best Accessory
“Pairing a suit jacket with a pair of old jeans!”
Memorable Fashion
Faux Pas:
“Thank God I forget these types of things very quickly!”
Fashion Tip:
“You have to feel comfortable all the time, that’s the secret!”
Wardrobe Must-Have:
“My flip-flops!”
Jacket ($490); Shirt ($110); & Shoes ($390) all by Ventuno. Trousers ($250). All @ Ventuno, Brickell; 1055 SE 1st Ave.; 305.372.5017; VentunoUSA.com.
Steven Perricone
Owner of Perricone’s Restaurant
His Style:
“Eclectic, with different styles for different moods.”
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Pepi Bertini
In His Closet:
Georgio Armani , Zegna & Bertini
Where He Shops:
“Pepi Bertini, Coral Gables.”
Frequency
of Shopping Sprees:
“Usually whenever I see something different or unique, I get it!”
Best Accessory
“My shoes.”
Memorable Fashion
Faux Pas:
“I’m colorblind so definitely when I miss-match colors!”
Fashion Tip:
“Don’t be afraid to go outside of your comfort zone.”
Wardrobe Must-Have:
“It’s hard because there really aren’t seasons in Miami, but I would have to say shoes are always an important part of dressing!”
Shirt ($110) & Brown Shoes ($390) both by Ventuno. Both available @ Ventuno, Brickell; 1055 SE 1st Ave.; 305.372.5017; VentunoUSA.com.
Chuck Downs
Managing Director, Northwestern Mutual — The Miami Group
His Style:
“Depends on the occasion.”
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George Knox, Mike Carricarte Sr.
In His Closet:
Galliani, Boss & Nike
Where He Shops:
“Damiani & Nordstrom.”
Frequency
of Shopping Sprees:
“About 1 out of 3 rainy weekends.”
Best Accessory
“My shirts.”
Memorable Fashion
Faux Pas:
“Only one? How about a Top 10 list?!”
Fashion Tip:
“Be yourself…style is your attitude and your outlook, not your clothes.”
Wardrobe Must-Have:
“Definitely I’d have to say the KasowitzBenson 2010 cycling jersey…it’s a Silverman classic.”
Shirt ($110) by Ventuno. Jacket ($950). Both available @ Ventuno, Brickell; 1055 SE 1st Ave.; 305.372.5017; VentunoUSA.com.
Kenly Silencieux
Trade Developer, Crowley Caribbean Services
His Style:
“Style should be effortless!”
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Robert Redford
In His Closet:
Bogosse, Ferragamo, 7 For All Mankind, Ralph Lauren, Hermes & Michael Kors
Where He Shops:
“Bal Harbour, Lincoln Road & Mary Brickell Village.”
Frequency
of Shopping Sprees:
“Whenever the craving hits!”
Best Accessory
“My suits always get the most compliments!”
Memorable Fashion
Faux Pas:
“Still waiting on my first, but I have plenty of time ahead!”
Fashion Tip:
“A crisp shirt says a lot about your taste. Quality is king!”
Wardrobe Must-Have:
“Scarf.”
Shirt ($110) Trousers ($160); Black Shoes ($390); & Black Belt ($85) all by Ventuno. Gray jacket ($950). All @ Ventuno, Brickell; 1055 SE 1st Ave.; 305.372.5017; VentunoUSA.com.
Samir Sabbag
Psychiatrist, University of Miami Jackson Memorial Hospital
His Style:
“Neat.”
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Pepe Le Pew
In His Closet:
The Gap & Salvatore
Where He Shops:
“Sawgrass. Period.”
Frequency
of Shopping Sprees:
“As often as I feel like driving for one hour.”
Best Accessory
“My tie, when I have one.”
Memorable Fashion
Faux Pas:
“White pajama pants with little red hearts!”
Fashion Tip:
“As long as you combine the colors right, you’ll always get away with anything!”
Wardrobe Must-Have:
“A bracelet from the American Association for Suicide Prevention @ OutOfTheDarkness.org.”
Jacket ($490); Shirt ($110); & Light Brown Shoes ($390) all by Ventuno. All available @ Ventuno, Brickell; 1055 SE 1st Ave.; 305.372.5017; VentunoUSA.com.
