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Fetal Care Excellence
The Nicklaus Children’s Hospital Fetal Care Center offers hope and answers for families expecting babies with congenital differences. The center brings together the entire hospital team and its breadth of subspecialists to help families minimize worries associated with the birth and aid them in knowing what to expect going forward. — Text by Sandy Lindsey
Brickell Beauty
After a decade of no new high-rises in the South Brickell area, comes Una. Set on a prime location that is private and yet has excellent access, with unobstructed views across Biscayne Bay, Key Biscayne and Miami, the 47-story tower will boast unparalleled amenities designed to accommodate families as well as empty-nesters. — Text by Sandy Lindsey
It’s An Exquisite Life
Luxurious fabrics, prints and cuts combine with supreme quality materials, furnishings and décor to yield a world-class lifestyle in the lap of luxury.
Shine On
Enhance your natural aesthetic with timeless, beautiful pieces that stand out no matter the occasion.
Ocean Living
This absolutely stunning one-of-a-kind 2 story estate offers expansive spaces inside and out with an incredible floorplan as well as breathtaking panoramic views of Biscayne Bay.
Fine Designs
Meet some of South Florida’s most revered interior designers. Their insights, taste and dedication are sure to get you thinking about which areas in your home need a little extra spruce up. — Text by Sandy Lindsey | Profile photos by Edward Leal | Project photos courtesy of Respective Designers
Lotus Flower
While attending Ponce De Leon Middle School, Melissa Saldaña got involved in volunteer projects such as serving as Treasurer of the Youth For Environmental Studies Club. Little did she know that spending her lunches helping to reconcile accounts was great training for her future career in nonprofit financial management. — Text by Sandy Lindsey
Un-Botched
Tracie Samara’s plastic surgery experience is a shocking tale about what can happen when cosmetic fillers are administered incorrectly. Thanks to multiple surgeries at the skilled hands of Dr. John J. Martin, Jr., this tragedy is finally yielding a happy ending. — Text by Sandy Lindsey
Foodie Find
Cooking is in the blood of Chef Joao “Juca” Oliveira. His grandfather was a revered Italian chef, and when he arrived in NYC after graduating high school in Brazil, the first job he got was in a kitchen — and he hasn’t left since! — Text by Sandy Lindsey | Photos by Edward Leal
All The Home’s A Stage
When you’re considering maximizing your home’s look before a sale, why mess around? Below we ask premier luxury home staging and interior design expert Meridith Baer of Meridith Baer Home what makes the difference between a hot commodity and a costly flop. — Text by Ryan Jarrell
Leading-Edge Care
Ethos Wellness/Pharmacy believes in an innovative and integrative approach to wellness. Their goal is to improve the quality of life of the communities they serve through personalized attention, quality service, integrative care, precision medicine and education. — Text by Sandy Lindsey
Taking Center Stage
A truly immersive theatre experience born right here in The Magic City, the Juggerknot Theatre Company’s Miami Motel Stories are once again highlighting the eclectic history of our particularly peculiar town. — Text by Ryan Jarrell
A M(iami)an’s Best Friend
This Thanksgiving, why not make a lasting relationship with someone who needs it the most? Collected below are some eligible suitors from surrounding Magic City shelters who could really use a companion. — Text by Ryan Jarrell
Robotic Revolution
Our city continues to lead the world in trendsetting innovation as it welcomes the first Techi robot butler designed for condo living at YotelPad Miami. — Text by Sandy Lindsey
Goldilocks’ Cadillac
Cadillacs tend to be huge vehicles, from the Presidential Limos to the train-sized Escalade SUVs loved by hip-hop artists. The new XT4 Crossover breaks the mold by being sized “just right” for city use. — Text by Bill Lindsey
Artistic Ensembles
From our bountiful beaches to our sizzling streets, Pitusa’s flagship store provides
a look for every situation a Miamian could find themselves in. — Text by Ryan Jarrell
Unparalleled Mechanisms
François-Paul Journe has been “inventing” haute horology watches for 40 years, exploring the measurement of time with a unique sense of creativity and innovation. He draws on his historical knowledge and expertise to face the most daring horological challenges. — Text by Bill Lindsey
Soaring Skyline
Monumental is the perfect word to describe Una, the new 47-story condominium tower designed by Adrian Smith + Gordon Gill Architecture on the site of the city’s birthplace of modern luxury hi-rise living. — Text by Sandy Lindsey
Deep Cuts
A groundbreaking gallery space ensuring landmark artists are given the spotlight they so desperately deserve, Miami Beach’s David Castillo Gallery continues to be an integral voice in Miami’s art scene. — Text by Ryan Jarrell | All Images Courtesy of David Castillo Gallery
Cecc-Mate
Easily attaining that oft-difficult holy trinity of accessible, distinguished and 100% cruelty-free, family-owned high fashion shoe designer Cecconello is making exquisite inroads into Miami. — Text by Ryan Jarrell
Wild Styles
An exhilarating array of exotics artfully as aesthetic as the city they celebrate, Miami Design District’s Louis Vuitton store will be offering an exclusive line from November 29th to December 9th. — Text by Ryan Jarrell
Picture Perfect
Featuring never-before-seen images of our own state’s particular past, the newest exhibition at HistoryMiami Museum provides an expertly curated portrait of 1980’s Florida through the lens of a tantalizingly talented Miami native. — Text by Ryan Jarrell
Barefoot Luxury
Whether you’re searching for the Bahamian home of your dreams, or wish to belong to a club offering the very finest in tropical beach activities, golf, fishing and more, you’ll find it all at The Abaco Club. — Text by Sandy Lindsey
Look Around
I was fresh out of the University of Miami and working at a publishing house in Miami Beach when an article came across my desk that needed a headline. — Text by Jorge Arauz
Eat More Art
1. Lenny & Lisa Hochstein w/ Guest 2. BNS, Lisa Hochstein, Dmitry Prut 3. Carly & Steve Patterson 4. Jennifer Certain & Dmitry Prut 5. Matt Crown & Gabriella Katia 6. Karina Ruiz & Steven La Fonte
Health First
1. Alicia Ortiz, Tatyana Chiocchetti, Raneiro Gimeo, Dianne Regalado, Betty Portuondo 2. Jennifer Lopez, Cindy Lee Watkins, Michelle Bookout 3. Abelardo Arango, Dr. Jeffrey Gibson, Franciscos Palacios 4. Diana Rodriguez, Joseph Melchiode 5. Estela Carmona, Cheryl Smith, Heidy Larrazaleta 6. Jay Miranda, Lindsay Manifold, Joseph Melchiode, Michelle Bookout, Dr. Mark Multach, Jennifer Lopez 7. Jeremiah Cortez, Joseph Melchiode, Damon Barrett 8. Hugo Arguello, Steven Henriques 9. Jose Martinez, Mary-Lynne Rodriguez 10. Steven Henriquez, Roberto Reyna, Orlando Silva 11. Susan Corpuz, Hassan Alig, Rosalina Porio-Butao 12. Katrina King, Rachel Chapoteau, Neyla Montoya, Danica Prieto
Show Stoppers
Part of a powerful trend pushing the envelope this past Miami Swim Week, Coterie Pop-up masterminds Danielle Licata & Valentino Vettorie recast our city’s favorite trade show for the better. — Text by Hugh Marchand | Photos Courtesy of World Red Eye
Secret Dine
1. Secreto Gourmet Ribbon Cutting 2. Sebastian Lopez & Catalina Marin w/ Daughters Olivia & Florencia and friend Carolina Ornellas 3. Catalina Marin, Victoria Jackson, Ron Erbel 4. Chad Tauber, Michellelean Burns, Gisell Stella 5. Fernanda Duran, Ivo Ormandvic, Karina Diaz, Constanza Fernandez 6. Christina Termine, Catalina Marin 7. Virginia Correa w/ Children 8. Maritza Ramos, Shayna Lopate 9. Gisell Stella, Catalina Marin, Sina Manso 10. Leslie Sol, Lila & Alejandro Tugender 11. Mayra Vide Perez, Krysten Echo 12. Nanciso Munoz, Sebastian Lopez, Cristian Galindo, Dino Vitti 13. Fernando Garreton, Vicente Ariztia, Magdalena Arrieta, Francisco Tagle, Sebastian Goycoolea
Red, White & Blue
1. EWM Team 2. Vivian Galego-Mendez, Jonathan Mendez 3. Silvia Bermudez, Susana Medrano-Roth, Giulietta Parodi Ulloa 4. Spencer Raymond, Fanny Bogdanovic 5. Lipsen Rodriguez, Edward Crews 6. Giulietta Parodi Ulloa, Susana Medrano-Roth, Thelma Vanolli 7. Carmen B. Llano-White, Libsen Rodriguez 8. Silvia Bermudez 9. Thelma Vanolli 10. Giulietta Parodi Ulloa, Tom Roth, Susana Medrano-Roth 11. Sandra Borgonovo, Daniela, Mariana Alvarez 12. Marilyn Borroto, Noelie Blanco, Vivian Galego-Mendez 13. Julian Moise, Jonathan Mendez, Michelle D’Escoubet, Luna Forero
It’s A Cool, Cool Season
Vivid prints, textures and colors will keep you fresh under the sunny South Florida skies all season long.
Culinary Cheer
1. Bianca Gonzalez, Milena Nogueira, Roberta Albuquerque, Jaciel Santos, Katia Santos 2. Isabel Landa, Daniel Mujica 3. Camila Papa Guimaraes, Luciana Lopes 4. Carina Coelho, Debora Romero, Marisa Torres 5. Cristina & Dejair Frasson
An Elegant Display
Femininity is about duality: Bold, yet patient exteriors, with interiors to match. Discover striking textures and prints complemented by sophisticated furnishings from Mitchell Gold + Bob Williams.
The 411
Spotlighting news, launches, happenings, products & places in and around South Florida. — Text by Ryan Jarrell
Sparkle In Your Eye
Half a decade ago, Skekhar Eye Research’s Dr. Chawan invented The World’s First Gold-Plated, Diamond-Encrusted Contact Lenses, originally inspired by his wife’s bejeweled teeth. — Text by Ryan Jarrell
Glitter Cosmo
Stay stylish, refreshed and just the right amount of buzzed as you peruse the season’s trends and up your wardrobe game one sip at a time. — Drink by Anja Maltav
Veg Buzz
Lightyears beyond the basic Bloody Mary, one of the most exciting epicurean trends of 2018 was a focus on vegetable juice cocktails. Learn how to spice up your next dinner party or at-home happy hour with a healthful alternative to sugary fruit juices and nectars. — Text by Ryan Jarrell
Front & Center
The most popular boats in South Florida waters are Center Consoles due to their immense practicality. From offshore fishing to ICW family cruises and sandbar raft-ups, these boats do it all. — Text by Bill Lindsey
Fashion Faux Huh?
Think runway shows are overwhelmingly unorthodox? Take a look at these historical fashion trends that we’re certainly glad have gone the way of the dodo. — Text by Ryan Jarrell
Fashion Foresight
Impossible to prophecy, or way too easy? Join us as we explore a few predictions of what may or may not be in vogue as the mid-21st Century approaches. — Text by Ryan Jarrell
Style Saves
In 2011, then 23-year-old Rachael Russell Saiger realized that she had excellent fashion connections that she could use to help make the world a better place — so was born Style Saves.












































