the women
(From Right to Left): Bernadette Lemoine: Attire available at Saks Fifth Avenue Dadeland. Jaclyn Nicole Becker: Sky baby blue long dress with suede nude Jimmy Choo heels and TechnoMarine timepiece. Soraia Valladares: BCBG red dress. Black onyx and diamond ring set in rose gold by Casato; $5,510. Timepiece by TechnoMarine. Ana Somarriba: Michael Kors turquoise dress with bronze Jimmy Choo heels. Aquamarine and black onyx bracelets by BC Inc. Monica Abidar Borges: Dolce & Gabbana white dress with gold Jimmy Choo heels. White opal ring in rose gold and diamonds by Casato; $3,130. Timepiece by TechnoMarine. All wardrobe available at Saks Fifth Avenue, Dadeland; 7687 N. Kendall Dr.; 305.662.8655. All jewelry available at Sabbia, The Ritz-Carlton Key Biscayne; 305.365.4570; Sabbia.com. All Timepieces available at TechnoMarine; TechnoMarine.com. Hair & Makeup by Trini in Private; 305.753.8187.
Smile Queen
Monica Abidar Borges’ world is filled with laughter. “I always try to transmit freshness, positive energy and sweetness to people around me through my smile,” she says. And she stays smiling whether she’s relaxing at home or hard at work managing her company, International Financial Solutions. “I keep my objectives very clear until I reach them,” she says.
Wardrobe available at Saks Fifth Avenue, Dadeland; 7687 N. Kendall Dr.; 305.662.8655. South Sea pearl and rose cut diamond earrings in white gold by Lina Fanourakis; $13,915. South Sea and rose cut diamond ring in white gold by Lina Fanourakis; $16,600. All jewelry available at Sabbia, The Ritz-Carlton Key Biscayne; 305.365.4570; Sabbia.com.
Body Beautiful
While most women would avoid the topic, Soraia Valladares proudly admits that the shape of her body is her best physical attribute. And with reason: she owns one of South Florida’s top beauty hubs: Visualle Esthetic Center. “One of my secrets is to find things that look good on my body type,” she says. “I believe the beauty of one’s soul is reflected in their presence and personality.”
Wardrobe available at Saks Fifth Avenue, Dadeland; 7687 N. Kendall Dr.; 305.662.8655.
Pretty Woman
Ana Somarriba is one of those women that’s perfect on paper, in photographs and in person. “I try to make the most of what I have and play up my good points and downplay the not-so-great ones — all with an open mind and a sense of humor,” she says. “True beauty is all about attitude!”
Wardrobe available at Saks Fifth Avenue, Dadeland; 7687 N. Kendall Dr.; 305.662.8655. Clear quartz and diamond earrings in white gold by Mary Essis; $2,970. Available at Sabbia, The Ritz-Carlton Key Biscayne; 305.365.4570; Sabbia.com.
Internal Beauty
Just coming off an appearance in a Bud Light commercial and a small role in Burn Notice, actress Jaclyn Nicole Becker is accustomed to getting complimented on her good looks. But it’s her spiritual side that truly makes her beautiful. “Beauty is the light and truth within each soul that shines through into a physical, immediate presence,” she says.
Wardrobe available at Saks Fifth Avenue, Dadeland; 7687 N. Kendall Dr.; 305.662.8655. Clear crystal drop earrings in rose gold with diamonds by Mary Essis; $2,890. Available at Sabbia, The Ritz-Carlton Key Biscayne; 305.365.4570; Sabbia.com.
LOLLADY
Bernadette Lemoine is passionate, positive and full of puns. “My smile is bigger than Texas,” she laughs. “Laughter fills my soul!” And she’s equally happy with her involvement with Giving Back to Women, a program that mentors young women pursuing an education in the arts. “I love living the moment and enjoying it with others.”
Wardrobe available at Saks Fifth Avenue, Dadeland; 7687 N. Kendall Dr.; 305.662.8655.
the men
(From Left to Right) James Stuart Duncan: Armani cream blazer, Armani shirt, Diesel jeans and Salvatore Ferragamo shoes. Alfredo Borges: Versace shirt, Zanella khaki pants and Gucci shoes. Mariano Grimaux: Saks Fifth Avenue striped shirt, Hugo Boss black pants and Gucci black shoes. Benjamin Odell: Hugo Boss shirt and pants with Gucci shoes. Philip G. Wynne: Davide Cenci Rome light blue blazer with Brooks Brothers shirt and Lacoste jeans. Wardrobe available at Saks Fifth Avenue, Dadeland; 7687 N. Kendall Dr.; 305.662.8655. Hair & Makeup by Trini in Private; 305.753.8187.
Get Physical
As a builder for SBG Construction Group, Alfredo Borges knows a thing or two about the importance of a strong foundation. And so it comes that this physically fit cycling and kayaking enthusiast makes it a point to stay in shape. “My arms are my best assets,” he says. “Part of being beautiful is maintaining a good physique.”
Wardrobe available at Saks Fifth Avenue, Dadeland; 7687 N. Kendall Dr.; 305.662.8655.
Balanced Gent
Philip G. Wynne’s daily ebb and flow has him enjoying cigars and fine wines with his customers at his company, Casa Felipe, by day and spending quality time with his children after-hours. “My best physical attribute is my heart,” he says. “Beauty to me is pleasure for the senses and questions for the mind.”
Wardrobe available at Saks Fifth Avenue, Dadeland; 7687 N. Kendall Dr.; 305.662.8655.
Almost Perfect
Ben Odell is a self-described bohemian yuppie with a hint of post-modern neo-classical style who stays in tip-top shape with triple soy lattes at Starbucks on Crandon. “Beauty exists in the imperfections,” says the modest President of Panamax Films. “That’s why I was selected to be one of Key Biscayne’s Most Beautiful — I’m stunningly imperfect.”
Wardrobe available at Saks Fifth Avenue, Dadeland; 7687 N. Kendall Dr.; 305.662.8655.
In & Out
For Mariano Grimaux, beauty is in the eye of the beholder. And from his perspective, it comes in the form of time with his family, even when he’s swamped as the CEO of Stone of the Caribbean and Sarasota Flooring Design. “My family is always doing something together,” he says. “The key to being truly beautiful is to feel good inside and out and make time for the things that really matter.”
Wardrobe available at Saks Fifth Avenue, Dadeland; 7687 N. Kendall Dr.; 305.662.8655.
PUT Together
It’s no wonder that this renowned designer for the bespoke furniture and interiors of James Duncan, Inc., knows at thing or two about the right way to put him self together. “My personal style is disciplined eclecticism,” he says. “Beauty is a visual quality in people that makes them stand out and causes you to stop in your tracks.”
Wardrobe available at Saks Fifth Avenue, Dadeland; 7687 N. Kendall Dr.; 305.662.8655.
