Issue - September 2026

Since launching her namesake brand in 2011, the work of Katherine Cordero has evolved beyond statement jewelry into a philosophy that transforms symbolic design into a tool for personal transformation.

Painting came before fashion for designer Gio Isaza.

Fine jewelry is meant to mark a life’s milestones rather than simply decorate them: that’s the idea behind the world of Elizabeth Buenaventura.

Founded by designer Cristina Uribe, CRUR transforms traditional techniques into bold, sculptural pieces created for the modern wardrobe of its global audience.

Interior design was the unlikely entry point for designer Brenda Noy.

A sewing machine and a stack of online tutorials were the starting point for designer Alejandro Barzaga.

Set against Miami Dade College's National Historic Landmark Freedom Tower, a curated cast of the city's most stylish figures moves in a visual narrative shaped by memory, resilience and transformation. The concept honors the Cuban exiles who arrived in the U.S. with little material wealth but carried with them a dream that would help define the spirit and shape the future of Miami. This editorial is a tribute to an inner richness no loss can ever erase, a light no hardship can dim, and the enduring power of dreaming beyond circumstance.

From early learning through higher education, discover the campuses, programs and people redefining academic excellence and preparing students for tomorrow’s opportunities.

From Aria Reserve, Miami's newest waterfront icon in Edgewater, to a new landmark rental tower in the heart of Downtown Miami at Miami Worldcenter, The Melo Group is taking the city's skyline to new heights one development at a time.

Drawing on nearly three decades of experience with Banco do Brasil, Mario Matsumoto Fujii brings a global perspective to leading BB Americas Bank. He talks about his thoughts on leadership, innovation, organizational culture, and the bank's role in connecting Brazilians with the U.S. financial market.

As Miami’s premier waterfront dining destination, Kiki On The River is where modern Greek cuisine, vibrant entertainment, and the effortless glamour of the Mediterranean converge along the historic Miami River.

A 20-foot stainless steel colossus now anchors Miami International Airport’s Central Boulevard entrance, and it arrives with serious symbolic weight.

Success at Zarzaur Law isn’t defined by quick resolutions.

A watchmaking legacy meets fresh design in the reimagined Master Collection from Longines.

The ultimate all-purpose sports watch from Breitling is ready for anything.

At the University of Miami Business School, we are not preparing MBA students to compete with artificial intelligence.

A sweet and smart 1-year-old Shepherd Mix with an unforgettable personality, Alice has the most adorable ears you’ll ever see.

According to the American Heart Association, the most significant heart health success stories sometimes begin long before symptoms appear.

A linguist by profession, Pilar Ibarra Vargas built a career teaching Spanish and English long before flowers became her creative outlet.

Golden Dream

The Top 20 Professionals Under 40 of past, present and future united at Kiki On The River to celebrate the annual feature. Sponsored by Blacklane and the Miami Herbert Business School at the University of Miami, guests enjoyed sips, bites, live music and breathtaking vistas of the Miami River. — Photos by Korey Davis

In celebration of America’s 250th anniversary, The Melo Group donated The Renaissance of Towers to Miami-Dade County, a 20-foot-tall, three-ton stainless steel sculpture by international artist Helidon Xhixha proudly displayed at MIA’s Central Boulevard entrance. Read the full story of Renaissance of Towers at MIA and how The Melo Group is redefining Miami’s skyline with Aria Reserve. — Photos by GlamTastic Miami

Glamour, form and function came together during a Designer’s Showcase at California Closets Miami when 6 South Florida designers displayed an interactive curated experience of their collections. — Photos by Marais Photography

The official ribbon cutting for the new luxury wedding suit boutique concept My Grooms Room at The Shops at Pembroke Gardens expanded the custom menswear brand’s footprint into southwest Broward County. — Photos by Marais Photography

Way before we ever say a single word, we have already said something.