the ladies
AstriD POLETTI
CEO & Creative Director @ Astrid Poletti Jewels
Her style: Boho-chic with an avant-garde twist
Style icon: Victoria Beckham
In her closet: Items ranging from Dolce & Gabbana dresses to GAP t-shirts and vintage accessories
Where she shops: BCBG, Intermix, Neiman Marcus
Memorable fashion faux pas:
“I used to work in private banking, and one day, my pants ripped right where it counts before an important meeting!”
Fashion tip:
“Balance is key when it comes to accessorizing your jewelry!”
Wardrobe must-have:
“A pair of All Saints Boots.”
CatherinE STRANGE WARREN
Spa Director @ mySpa InterContinental Miami
Her style: Casual and fun glamour
Style icon: Anna Wintour
In her closet: Diane Von Furstenberg, L.A.M.B., Maaji, Louis Vuitton, Chanel, Nanette Lepore, Trina Turk, Custom Clothiers, Nicole Miller, Alexander McQueen
Where she shops: LF, Bal Harbour, Bayside Marketplace, Atik Shop in Mary Brickell Village
Memorable fashion faux pas: “Right before I filmed a 2-hour wedding special episode of How Do I Look, I updated my hair to a 2-toned cropped look that was in at the time! On film it looked like I had Cruella Deville’s head on Barbara Bush’s body with Anderson Cooper’s haircut!”
Fashion tip: “Stop trying to look like everyone else and always accentuate your positives.”
Wardrobe must-have: “Maaji Swimsuits.”
NicolE SHELLEY GREENIDGE
Nicole Shelley Models/The One On One Group
Her style: Classic, timeless, chic, elegant and coordinated
Style icon: Jacqueline Kennedy Onassis
In her closet: Hermés, Roberto Cavalli, Lilly Pulitzer, Ralph Lauren, Moschino, Cole Haan, Burberry, Escada, Hugo Boss, Michael Kors, Ana Guiulfo, Julian Chang, Guess, Zara, Free People, Jessica Simpson, Charles David
Where she shops: “I shop mainly in Italy and Germany and also pick up a random designer item at anywhere from Marshalls to Nordstrom as well as designer outlet stores.”
Memorable fashion faux pas: “I wanted to change my look for a day and so I wore a wig which came off in public!”
Fashion tip: “Always wear good-quality, even if that means you have to pay a higher price!”
Wardrobe must-have: “A pair of white pants.”
Davina Melgarejo
Real Estate Agent @
EWM Realtors
Her style: Simple & chic
Style icon: Sarah Jessica Parker
In her closet: American Apparel, Custo Barcelona, DVF, Roberto Cavalli, Tory Burch
Where she shops: Village of Merrick Park, Aventura Mall, Green Grass
Memorable fashion faux pas:
“I have a whole decade of faux pas: The 80s!”
Fashion tip: “Dress to make yourself feel happy every day! Whatever your style may be, own it and always wear a smile.”
Wardrobe must-have: “Platform peep-toe shoes.”
the gentlemen
Brad W. McMorris
VP-Investments @
Wells Fargo Advisors
His style: Smooth, sophisticated, sexy and a little rough around the edges
Style icon: James Bond
In his closet: Everything
Where he shops: Artigiano owned by Alex & Bocci on Laguna Street in Coral Gables
Memorable fashion faux pas: “I destroyed a suit recently doing kick-flips on a skateboard during my lunch break.”
Fashion tip: “Stay in shape and keep it fitted.”
Wardrobe must-have: “Audemars and Haimov timepieces.”
Louis ALAIN FARAH
Lighting Consultant @
Luxe Cable + Light
His style: Contemporary
Style icon: Bradley Cooper
In his closet: Bespoke Cavalli
Where he shops: Exclusively @ Fashion Images
Memorable fashion faux pas:
“I once showed up in a white transparent shirt and jeans for a ‘Leather & Laces’ birthday party! Oops!”
Fashion tip: “Accessories should be monochromatic.”
Wardrobe must-have:
“A good linen shirt.”
Dr. Raul Gonzalez
Owner & Clinical Dir. @ Smile Studio Associates Dentistry
His style: Conservative & classic
Style icon: His grandfather
In his closet: European, French & Italian brands
Where he shops: Various European stores
Memorable fashion faux pas:
“People are always saying that they did not think ‘Dr. Smile’ would dress without a white labcoat and a tie!”
Fashion tip: “Always have a handkerchief for the ladies and shirts must be tucked in with a formal belt matching your shoes!”
Wardrobe must-have: “Custom-made suits and ties from Nikolas Felizola.”
Chesco Sanchez
CEO @ Comunica, Advertising, Branding & Marketing
His style: Comfortable and elegant with a touch of class
Style icon: James Dean
In his closet: Massimo Dutti, Carolina Herrera, Nudos, Nautica, Ralph Lauren
Where he shops: Never malls, always boutiques
Memorable fashion faux pas: “In Spain, when I was 15 my style was influenced by American rap music: baggy jeans, football shirts, Nike Jordan’s…everyone looked at me very strangely!”
Fashion tip: “I combine my suits with TOMS shoes.”
Wardrobe must-have: “A pair of TOMS shoes!”
