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KEY BISCAYNE’S 2015 MOST BEAUTIFUL PEOPLE

Photography: Nick Garcia for BlindLight Studio Fashion Editor: Jhon Jairo Santos Interviews: Jorge Arauz Hair & Makeup: Teresa Miranda; FrisOnCoiffure.com Location: BlindLight Studio; 4747 SW 75th Ave., BlindLightStudio.com | May 25, 2018 | People

THE WOMEN

CLAUDIA SUCCAR FERRÉ

Residence: Ocean Lane Drive

Profession: Director Of Public Affairs @ Marjory Stoneman Douglas Biscayne Nature Center

Define beauty: “Beauty is unique to every person and is found all around us in our natural environment.”

What makes someone beautiful on the outside? “Their individual physical characteristics, their life experiences and their genes.”

On the inside? “Their heart.”

How do you ensure you’re always at your best? “I live a happy, healthy life surrounded by people I love.”

What’s your favorite physical attribute of another person? “My boyfriend’s smile.”

Of yourself? “My eyes.”

What’s your best personality trait? “My loving, care-free nature.”

Secret beauty tip: “Drink lots of water with lemon, always curl your eyelashes and keep up on your mani/pedi routine.”

What type of beauty are you? “Exotic, since I’m both Latin and Lebanese!”

KIRA GROSSMAN GIL

Residence: Galen Drive

Profession: Attorney & Sr. Associate @ Alvarez Carbonell Feltman & Da Silva, PL

Define beauty: “It’s something one radiates from the inside out; it’s a spark you can’t really put your finger on, you just know it when you see it.”

What makes someone beautiful on the outside? “Confidence — you can spot it a mile away!”

On the inside? “Someone who isn’t afraid to be who they are, no matter what.”

How do you ensure you’re always at your best? “I surround myself with great people who keep me grounded and as close to my best as possible.”

What’s your favorite physical attribute of another person? “Eyes are always the portal into someone’s soul.”

Of yourself? “My husband tells me he loves my lips.”

What’s your best personality trait? “My passion and my loyalty to those I love.”

Secret beauty tip: “Red lipstick and stilettos — they can spruce up any outfit!”

What type of beauty are you? “A natural, simple kind!”

JULIE DICK

Residence: Key Colony III

Profession: Staff Attorney @ Everglades Law Center

Define beauty: “The magnificence of life apparent in unique and special places in nature, art, human interaction and in a person’s face.”

What makes someone beautiful on the outside? “I know it when I see it.”

On the inside? “The kindness, empathy and love they demonstrate to the world through their actions and way of being.”

How do you ensure you’re always at your best? “I nurture myself with healthy food, rest and exercise. I’m aware of what I have to work with at any given time and make the best of it.”

What’s your favorite physical attribute of another person? “The sparkle in people’s faces, eyes and smiles.”

Of yourself? “My eyes.”

What’s your best personality trait? “I’m dedicated to the issues and people I care about and will work hard for what I believe in.”

Secret beauty tip: “Keep it simple.”

What type of beauty are you? “A natural beauty!”

THE MEN

MICHAEL MYLES

Residence: Le Phare

Profession: President & Head Coach of Prime Players Golf @ Crandon Golf Academy

Define beauty: “It’s all in the eye of the beholder!”

What makes someone beautiful on the outside? “When a person feels confident and happy about their appearance, style and attitude.”

On the inside? “Kind-hearted, loving and caring.”

How do you ensure you’re always at your best? “I take good care of myself by eating healthy (most of the time!), staying consistent with my workouts and having fun with my style — both on and off the golf course.”

What’s your favorite physical attribute of another person? “Their smile.”

Of yourself? “My eyes.”

What’s your best personality trait? “Charisma.”

Secret beauty tip: “A good night’s sleep!”

What type of beauty are you? “A classic one!”

BRETT MOSS

Residence: Ocean Club

Profession: Principal Architect @ Moss Architecture & Design Group

Define beauty: “It’s difficult to define, but I know it when I see it.”

What makes someone beautiful on the outside? “Outer beauty reflects a person’s inner beauty. A smile is always beautiful.”

On the inside? “Kindness and putting others first.”

How do you ensure you’re always at your best? “I have a good sense of humor and at least 4 hours of sleep each night.”

What’s your favorite physical attribute of another person? “Everything that I find in my wife: an intellectual brain, a caring heart and a great smile and laugh.”

Of yourself? “I’m way too modest to answer that!”

What’s your best personality trait? “I always try to stay calm and in control.”

Secret beauty tip: “I like to spend time with my family, play sports and enjoy my profession.”

What type of beauty are you? “Ask my kids!”

RUBEN GIL

Residence: Galen Drive

Profession: VDC Manager & Engineer @ Moss & Associates

Define beauty: “The first glance of my wife when she wakes up in the morning.”

What makes someone beautiful on the outside? “Personal confidence goes a long way. It can drive your look from the inside out. Happiness and laughter are key ingredients!”

On the inside? “I believe in being yourself, the moment you change yourself for others is the moment your beauty is consumed regardless of what you’re wearing.”

How do you ensure you’re always at your best? “Looking in the mirror and never looking back!”

What’s your favorite physical attribute of another person? “I’m a sucker for smiles with red lipstick.”

Of yourself? “My wife says she loves my ‘manly beard’ and my chest.”

What’s your best personality trait? “Honesty, loyalty and the passion that drives me toward the things I love.”

Secret beauty tip: “Facial moisturizer goes a long way!”

What type of beauty are you? “I prefer to keep things classy and down-to-earth!”