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Toy Town
260 Crandon Blvd., Ste. 43
Key Biscayne, FL 33149
305.361.5501
ToyTownOnline.com

Why we picked it: A heartening example of our Village’s heritage, Toy Town is a friendly neighborhood toy store sure to delight young and old alike. Also carries an impressive array of fashion and accessory items for teens.

Diamonds On The Key
By Appt. Only
+1 305.851.1460
DiamondsOnTheKey.com

Why we picked it: An exquisite and intimate provider of the finest in GIA-certified diamonds, there’s no limit to the lengths Diamonds On The Key Founder Christina Termine and her jewel offerings will go for her clientele.

Isa Zapata
Throughout South Florida
IsaZapata.com

Why we picked it: Provider of a precious service that imbues any home with the love and compassion her work is inspired by, Colombian creative Isa Zapata’s whimsical selection of art and printed accessories can enliven any domicile, office or studio.

Freddy’s Certified Diamonds & Fine Jewelry
36 NE 1st St., Ste. 129-131
Miami, FL 33132
305.371.8261
FreddysJewelry.com

Why we picked it: Bearers of an impressive 42 years in the Miami fine jewel industry, Freddy’s is a one-stop shop replete with top-notch offerings and an informed staff sure to guide you toward an unbeatable purchase.

Downtown Coral Gables
305.569.0311
ShopCoralGables.com

Why we picked it: From the city’s finest bridal boutiques to an inspiring array of children’s shops, restaurants and bars, whatever adventure or shopping spree you’re in the mood for, look no further than Downtown Coral Gables.

Denise Cronwall
Throughout South Florida
305.215.0736
DeniseCronwall.com

Why we picked it: A dedicated designer of the finest athletic wear to erupt from our fitness-enthused South Florida environs, Denise Cronwall crafts a product you’ll want to sport at the gym.

Miami Design District
305.722.7100
MiamiDesignDistrict.net

Why we picked it: A selection of shops perched perfectly on the pulse of our global design and luxury economy, there’s no faster way to view the fiercest fashions available worldwide than to browse through the Miami Design District’s exquisite array of vendors.

Pandora Jewelry
701 S. Miami Ave., Ste. 343-B
Miami, FL 33131
786.220.1817
Pandora.net

Why we picked it: Brought to Brickell City Centre by the peerless professionals at Caribbean conglomerate The Boolchand Group, this Danish designer’s trademark charms and customizable accessories make it an ideal outfitter for every type of customer and occasion.

The Seybold Building
36 NE 1st St.
Miami, FL 33132
305.374.7922
SeyboldJewelry.com

Why we picked it: An awesome (in the original sense of the word) hub for our global jewelry industry, anything that glitters can be found in this secure and shimmering bastion of mineral merchants. Synonymous with gold, diamonds and fine gems in Miami and beyond.

Mirto
Brickell City Centre, Ste. A-314
Miami, FL 33131
786.899.5125
Mirto.com

Why we picked it: Spanish savants of serially chic shirts and associated accessories, one need only feel the sleeve of one of these expertly-crafted articles to know they’re the bearers of a quality rarely seen anymore in the Continental U.S.

Sazingg
2212 SW 22nd Ave.,
Miami, FL 33145
305.856.5554
Sazingg.com

Why we picked it: An upscale boutique specializing in the singularly sinuous designs of founder Irene Zingg, this homegrown heroine’s jaw-dropping concept pieces will defy you to walk out the door without at least one artfully constructed ornament in tow.

Lafayette 148 New York
Brickell City Centre, Ste. A-125
Miami, FL 33130
786.257.1199
Lafayette148NY.com

Why we picked it: A seriously sophisticated supplier of fashion-forward clothing lines for women, Lafayette 148 New York’s modish Manhattan-esque cuts provide a powerful counterpoint to our typically fiesta-friendly city’s clothing consciousness.

Thalassa Boom Resort Wear
Across South Florida
ThalassaBoom.com

Why we picked it: Decadent designer of the sexy, sun-soaked resort wear that never hangs uncomfortably in our paradisiacal climes, Thalassa Boom’s lifestyle brand never feels anything less than luxurious. A must-have for any South Florida season.

Globaltex Fine Linens
7245 NE 4th Ave, Ste. 105
Miami, FL 33138
305.751.2343
GlobaltexUSA.com

Why we picked it:: A luxury linen company that provides top-quality woven fabrics to some of the world’s top-tier resorts and hotels, Globaltex’s near century in the linen business ensures they have all the pertinent experience to satisfy all scale of customer.

Brilliance Jewels
36 NE 1st St., Ste. 134
Miami, FL 33132
786.482.8100
BrillianceJewels.com

Why we picked it: A Miami-based purveyor of all types of precious jewels and gold, from vintage and estate to the top designers of our day, there’s little that the passionate professionals at Brilliance Jewels can’t source for their clientele. Also at the Four Seasons Hotel Brickell.

Neiman Marcus Coral Gables
390 San Lorenzo Ave.,
Coral Gables, FL 33146
786.999.1000
NeimanMarcus.com

Why we picked it: The Miami-based outlet of a top-tier department store, the management at this impressively outfitted shopping mecca knows just what it takes to make a South Florida shopper’s heart sing. Recently unveiling an absolutely awe-inspiring designer shoe section.

Bal Harbour Shops
9700 Collins Ave,
Bal Harbour, FL 33154
305.866.0311
BalHarbourShops.com

Why we picked it: Established in 1965, this seaside source of luxury has been a South Florida must-stop for decades. If you’re in search of a reputable brand name, chances are it has a boutique at this beautiful shopping center.

Commenoz Gallery
328 Crandon Blvd, Ste. 218
Key Biscayne, FL 33149
305.361.7052
CommenozGallery.com

Why we picked it: A ceaselessly creative outlet for a wide cast of artistic personages, Key Biscayne’s own Commenoz Gallery provides a peerless service and a healthful example to the city that all that glitters is not necessarily gold.

Jorge Bischoff
Brickell City Centre, Ste. B-347
786.347.3441
JorgeBischoff.com

Why we picked it: Resetting the style bar for decadent designer shoes, bags and accessories in The Magic City comes Jorge Bischoff, a Brazilian designer of unmistakable brilliance intent on inflecting our boardrooms and bayside boulevards with his personal brand.

The Lapel Project
Across South Florida
TheLapelProject.com

Why we picked it: An ingenious idea formulated by fearless innovator and entrepreneur Sebastian Garcia, The Lapel Project provides a captivatingly customizable accessory that will seamlessly transform any suit into a tuxedo.

Style Mafia
2324 NW 5th Ave.,
Miami, FL 33127
786.801.0319
StyleMafia.us

Why we picked it: If you want your look to be on trend and on budget, Style Mafia is a wardrobe dream come true. The edgy label operates on an e-commerce business model but offers a few looks out of their Wynwood showroom. Well worth a visit.