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It’s big. It’s loud. It’s Das Keyboard, a geek’s desktop dream. Designed to maximize the typing experience, this German-engineered tank features gold-plated mechanical key...

Founded by former NCAA All-American team member and professional golfer Kimberly Cayce, KALYX aims to provide women with a comfortable, functional and attractive alternative...

There’s no doubt that jewelry and accessories are essential parts of any stylish outfit. The trick to wearing a necklace is to match the...

It’s November, which means that sinking feeling in your stomach is actually your body trying to warn you that the holidays are just around...

I remember back during my college days, while I was working on one of my English Lit independent studies, I read a book by...

1. Barbara and Luis Lamar 2. Amy Stojanovic and Alejandra Rocha 3. Beth and Kevin Kreutzfeld 4. Alvaro Cardenas, Santi Chumaceiro, Alina de Vega, Gabriela Dajer and Liza Lamar 5. Vanessa Ballestas and Randi Rapp 6. Janie Coffey and Beth Butler 7. Alijna de la Vega and Claudio Pinto 8. Armando de la Vega, Alvaro Cardenas and Jorge Fernandez 9. Art Herrera, George Santana 10. Rachel Levy and Vanessa Ballestas, Kico Ricote with Jessica Levy 11. Sarah Boggs with Shelia Fergurson

1. Jewelry display 2. Alex Cobo, Christina Termine and Rafel Bild 3. Beatriz Heuze and Christina Villegas 4. Sally Seltzer and Bill Crabill 5. Simone Salmassi and Rafael Bild 6. Liana Rivas, Christina Termine, Claudia Leme, Christina Leme 7. Christina Termine, Simone Salmassi, Beatrice Heuze 8. Lesa, Chris, and Natalie Blackman 9. Patricia Romano, Christina Termine, Patricia Peraita

1. Sofia Sohl, Giada Pignata 2. Cristoforo Pignata, Andres Martinez 3. Mirta and Stefano Casini 4. Viviana Monzatti, Carlo Andrea Pelli 5. Sofia Sohl, Goran Sohl, Lara Gallardo 6. Coach Pici, Leonardo Hidalgo 7. Macarena Zubiria, Sol Steed, Giada Pignata 8. Carmen Alonso, Santiago Steed 9. Roberto Mobili, Manuel Ruiz 10. Angela Rizzi, Angela Calad 11. Christian Balbontin & Peige Letterner

1. Melissa Roberts, Larissa Witherspoon, Carissa Caldersone, Kelly Burlisan, Kailen Gonzalez, Christie Schade 2. Karen Mukamal, Steven Priest 3. Latoya Lewis, Baraka Packer 4. Joanne & Larry Garroway 5. Kylan Ward, Ashleigh Fowles, Megan Mongone, Bianca Pileggi, Bridget Fowles 6. Ashley Martini, Gareth Fowles, Jelena Lovrio 7. Alain Boucicaut, Laree Pingatore, Dan Rochford 8. Ashlee & Christopher Kilayko

1. Mary Tague and Natalie Basick 2. Michele Estevez, Rene Murua and Patricia Madueños 3. Michael Holmquist, Marco Gomez, Albert Philion and Robert Cellegatt 4. Caitlyn and Melissa White 5. Andrea Reyes and Martha Gonzalez 6. Ines Neuhaus and Carmen Chiriboga 7. Bernardette Ceravolo and Hosana Ganem 8. Ana Archilla and Fabiene Brochard 9. Marco Gomez and Michele Estevez

1. Gisela Lowenstein and the Duchamps 2. Sam & Kate Trotter 3. Francesca Halprin, Alisa Romano, Gisela Lowenstein, Christina Lindeman 4. The Houlzet family 5. Coralie, Monica & Fabricio Aquaviva 6. Myriam & Gill Ron, Kari Madera 7. Coralie & Luchi Houlzet 8. Christina & George Lindemann, Coralie & Patrick Duchamp 9. Karin & Rodney Rayner, Coralie & Patrick Duchamp

1. Gisela Franceschi, Carmen Bernhoeft and Silvia Sannia 2. Louise and John Wallace 3. Bob and Crystal Skinner 4. Michelle Barnett and Karen Inverso 5. Bill and Cathy Seagil 6. Cecilia Acevedo, Francisco Gana and Lucy Acevedo 7. Naydu Commenoz and Peter Schumann 8. Eva and Claudio Gotlib 9. Joerg, Gregor and Victoria Hewen 10. Ana Maria Amador and Nuydu Commenoz

1. Maida Berberian-Bignon, Patricia Bona, Martha Poulat and Luzma Iruretagoyena 2. Ana Vaz and Leticia Croix 3. Gaygay Richie and Paula Lewis 4. Laura Dray and Emily Oquero 5. Marilu Bañuelos and Coco Morales 6. Laetitia Piedra and Bobette Rousseau 7. Astrid Nino and Rosemarie Oberrieth 8. Alejandra Hierro and Pilar Sroka 9. Dorine Heller and Beatrice Garcia-Herrera 10. Luz Maria Alduncin, Patricia Bona, Laetitia Piedra and Toña Ocaranza 11. Diana Escobaro and Sylvie Bajol

Your guide to the best entertainment, shopping, dining, libations & relaxation in South Florida. — Text by Lourdes Reigosa

We scoured Key Biscayne to find couples that take the power of two to a whole new level. Their total devotion to one another is both inspirational and beautiful, and their responses to our questions will make you laugh, cry and fall in love all over again. — Photography: Mario Pascual Interviews: Jorge Arauz Jewelry: Available by appointment at VHERNIER Miami, 135 San Lorenzo Avenue; 305.445.9356, Vhernier.com Videography: Say Orange; SayOrange.com Photo & Video Assistant: Alioth de Nacimiendo Location: The Ritz-Carlton Key Biscayne, RumBar

Meet the people who are shaping the future of the communities they live in while inspiring everyone they meet along the way. Though their stories are all different and their backgrounds, histories, hopes and dreams vary, the one thing each has in common is a passion for what they do and their ability to see past themselves for the benefit of others. In the following pages, you’ll meet this issue’s Key Players and get a brief glimpse into their lives. If you happen to run into one of them during your daily routine, take a moment to salute them. They’ve earned it.

Fashion and art have gone hand-in-hand since the beginning of time. Historically, as one evolves, so does the other. Get the best of both worlds this season with these creative looks sure to make you a walking conversation piece no matter where you go. — Photography: Sergio Fama; SergioFama.com Model: Katherina Savenkova from Whilemina Stylist: Claudia Sanz from Green Grass; 54 SW 10th St.; 305.373.7422; GreenGrassHouse.com Hair & Makeup: Susana Betancourt; SusanaBetancourt.com Assistant: Gonzalo Gamas

This grand home in Key Biscayne is the perfect place to launch a whole new life in paradise. Whether you love it for the interior spaciousness, the exterior beauty or the overwhelming amounts of compliments you’ll get from friends, family and neighbors, one thing’s certain: This residence is makes for quite the extravagant home. — Text by Yoshi Sanz Photos by Antonio Eli Realtor: Daniel Gaviria; 305.582.4800; [email protected]

Think outside the chocolate box this Valentine’s Day with these romantic gift ideas for him, her, both of you — or the entire family — all available right around the corner. — Text by Jacquelyn Benson

The Animal Kingdom has a powerful advocate in Key Biscayner Alicia Aballi, founder of Born Free Shelter, an organization dedicated to helping abandoned dogs in South Florida find new homes. — Text by Luisana Suegart Photos by Antonio Eli

Fun, funky, and pleasingly practical, the Beacon Desk Lamp from IMG Lighting provides ultra-bright illumination out of an eye-catching, modern design. It’s also good...

Is your jewelry box full of old, unwanted gold items? Instead of letting them gather more dust, why not transform them into something gorgeous?...

Maybe you’re curious. Or perhaps you’re just looking for a better way to spend some free time instead of watching reruns. Whatever your reasons,...

For a truly unique experience this winter, take a dip with some of the smartest, friendliest mammals on Earth. Miami Seaquarium offers a variety...

Comfortable, practical and safe, this Sedge Loveseat from the PURE by Ami McKay collection won’t leach dangerous chemicals into your home environment, because none...

For 48 years, the second month of the year has meant the return of the annual Coconut Grove Arts Festival. Taking place from Feb....

It’s that special time of year again — and no, we’re not talking about Feb. 14. Who cares about that when you’ve got a...

Cozy up retro-style on this super cute, cozy sofa for two. Designed by Finn Juhl in 1940, the original Poet Sofa was made for...

It might not look like much — but this little, hand-held device is well worth its weight on the luggage scale. The Franklin Speaking...

Ever seen an unfit ballerina? It’s highly unlikely. Put some of their trade secrets into practice for yourself with the Xtend Barre Workout, an...

Nothing dulls the appearance of your skin like a layer of dead, dry cells. Brighten up your first impression with the Sensai Cellular Performance...

It started out as a joke: Feb. 14th, Singles Awareness Day — or SAD. But men and women around the world are now using...

The issue you hold in your hands has been months in the making. It all started when we arrived at The Ritz-Carlton Key Biscayne...

This one’s got 9 oz. of liquid ready to be gulped up, one sip at a time — alone or with someone you love. — Drink by Chef D. Chalaron

1. Costa Med’s Service Team 2. Alvaro Villasante Losada, Andy Garcia, Antonio Braschi 3. Luz Ravelo, Dr. Raul Ravelo 4. Katia & Ray Duran 5. Chef Javier Nuñez, Doreen Colondres 6. Jaime Baily, Elisa Braschi 7. Sol & Mariano Grimaux, Cecilia Marciano, Alberto Roca, Mabel & Alberto Maceda 8. Janina Blohm Meyer, Sylvia Hellmund, Antonella Braschi, Carlos Hellmund, Alex Meyer 9. Ana de Martínez, Ana Martínez, Raimundo Gómez Cuétara

1. Elizabeth Brown; Shelly Margolis; Nancy Radlauer, Hal Small 2. Leila Warren; Henry Warren; Jean-Pierre Miquel; Claudine Miquel 3. Bruce Ozga; Jeanette Ozga 4. John MacKenizie, Isabel Overend, Ron Overend 5. Tom Moran; Sandi Moran; Jill Backman; Bruce Nichols 6. Moises Rivas; George Brown, Lenny Castronuovo 7. Charles Radlauer; George Brown; Reimund Pitz; Larry Krams 8. Judith Wormull; Martin Wormull 9. Marco Andrea Cozzolino; Sabrina Cozzolino 10. Pedro Duarte; Connie Danluck; Gary Ciuca

1. Sari Libbin, Christina Termine Mia Probinsky 2. Greg Rubin, Seth Nachman 3. Christina Termine, Jill Eber, Linda Rubin 4. Magdiel Esquenazi, Cindy Miralles 5. Guests enjoying the evening 6. Ramon & Carlotta Lopez 7. Chris & Lesa Blackman 8. Raquel Libbin, Ida Bild, Rafael Bild, Suzanne Smiles 9. Sari Libbin, Christina Termine, Mia Probinsky

1. Noel Acosta, Sydney Pelbois, Cherry Bustillo, Enrique Fuster 2. Alexis Matusewitch, Nadege Gedeus, Paola Pardo 3. Conrad Tidswell, Ted Ratcliff 4. Francois Calixte, Daniel Hempen 5. Izan Montenegro, Eduardo Martinez 6. Amanda Simoes, Joseph Metiever, Francois Calixte 7. Martin Wormull, Ted Ratcliff 8. Mercedes Flores, Rosa Campos, Yessenia Campos, Alicia Ortiz, Martha Herrera 9. Marie Joseph, Cathy Williams 10. Viviana Hernandez, Christina Guzman

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