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Trailblazing Women Summit Unpacks Gender Equality; Addresses COVID-19 Inequities
In honor of Women’s Month and International Women’s Day, a global day celebrating the social, economic, cultural, and political achievements of women, Salesforce hosted our third-annual Trailblazing Women Summit. The March 2 event featured luminary business leaders, authors, equality advocates, and thought leaders who came together to elevate the conversation around accelerating gender equality.
Regents approve renovations to Biomedical Engineering Building
October 17, 2019 Regents approve renovations to Biomedical Engineering Building Byline: By Kim Roth College of Engineering Topics: Campus News Regents Social The College of Engineering’s Department of Biomedical Engineering will receive new state-of-the-art design, innovation and prototyping spaces through a complete renovation of the first floor of the Lurie Biomedical Engineering Building. The 12,000-square-foot, $4.9 million renovation was approved Oct.
Statements
Statements clothing boutique was established in 1987 and has remained a fashion hot spot in Miami due to their personalized service and knowledge in serving their customers. The mother-daughter style team sells the latest designs from France, Italy, Spain, Canada and the U.S. to Miami’s finest clientele. Statements’ clients love to shop at the boutique due to the individualized service and quality selection.
Aventura Dental Group
Regular dental visits are essential to making sure oral issues are detected and treated in a timely manner. At Aventura Dental Group, your oral health is their top priority. They value patient relationships delivering gentle, compassionate care and making you feel at ease by providing a relaxed, personal atmosphere. Aventura Dental Group led by Harvey S.
Spring Forward
PHOTOGRAPHY BY GIO ALMA | STYLED BY MARCELA ALMA Go forth boldly into spring by welcoming vibrant hues and patterns to your wardrobe. Pants by Rosie Assoulin; at Saks Fifth Avenue, Bal Harbour Shops. Top by Sandro Paris; at Bloomingdale’s, Aventura Mall. Sneakers by Marni; at Bloomingdale’s, Aventura Mall. Skirt by Alice + Olivia; at Bloomingdale’s, Aventura Mall. Sweatshirt by Alice + Olivia; at Saks Fifth Avenue, Bal Harbour Shops. Socks by Happy Socks; at happysocks.com.
Live the Lake Life
Live the Lake Life BY ANGELA CARAWAY-CARLTON This summer, head for the wholesome Midwest to exchange salt life for the relaxation of Elkhart Lake, Wisconsin. It’s a crisp 60 degrees on a September afternoon, and I’m pedaling a hydrobike — basically, a bike-pontoon hybrid — through the crystal-clear blue-green water of Elkhart Lake.
Kick-Start Your Career
Kick-Start Your Career With NSU’s Master’s Degree in Composition, Rhetoric, and Digital Media Seeking a job in teaching, writing, publishing or digital media? NSU’s M.A. in Composition, Rhetoric, and Digital Media program will prepare you for success in both the classroom and the workplace with its multi-faceted curriculum offered by the Department of Writing and Communication within NSU’s College of Arts, Humanities, and Social Sciences.
A New Turn for Turnberry
BY ANGELA CARAWAY-CARLTON Real estate mogul Jeffrey Soffer does it again with major room and conference space upgrades and a mammoth waterpark at Aventura’s iconic resort. It’s 9:30 on a Tuesday morning and the lobby of the JW Marriott Miami Turnberry Resort & Spa in Aventura is alive with activity.
The Ones to Watch
BY MICHELLE PAYER People who captivate our attention as they glide into our vision are those who have inner strength, magnetism and a passion for life and personal causes. For this and more, they are the ones to watch. TRACY WILSON-MOURNING A self-styled entrepreneur, it’s clear that Tracy Wilson-Mourning would have made a mark on this world in whichever city she landed; Miami is simply fortunate she planted roots here.
She's Otherworldly | Aventura Magazine
Zoe Saldana continues to rock steady in Hollywood with winning roles, including this month’s Missing Link. Do you know about Zoe Saldana? She’s starred in some of the most successful film franchises in the world.
Seaworthy | Aventura Magazine
BY JILL BOBROW The Food Whisperer – Sublime Dining aboard Vista Blue. “I talk to my food and my food talks to me,” says Michel Thomann, chef aboard the new 126-foot (36.4m) charter yacht Vista Blue. “I know you must think I am crazy, but I am serious. I simply intuit when a roast is done or a batter is the right texture. I never use a meat thermometer and I do not use mixers, machines or other fancy kitchen gadgets.” I can feel the food better when I do everything by hand, by sight and by smell.
Secret Garden
PHOTOGRAPHED BY GIO ALMA / STYLED BY MARCELA ALMA Lush fabrics and organic colors echo patterns from nature at The Ancient Spanish Monastery. Blazer and pants by Stella McCartney; at Saks Fifth Avenue, Bal Harbour Shops. Top by A.L.C.; at Saks Fifth Avenue, Bal Harbour Shops. Earrings; stylist’s own. Strapless fringe jumpsuit by Alexis; at Bloomingdale’s, Aventura Mall. Watermelon clutch by Serpui; at Bloomingdale’s, Aventura Mall.
California Medical Weight Management
California Medical Weight Management weight loss centers are committed to helping you reach your weight loss goal quickly, safely and effectively without adverse side effects through an exceptional three-step, physician-supervised medical weight loss program. The program begins with a comprehensive evaluation and analysis by your doctor which will form the basis for your medically supervised program. Your doctor can customize your individual program to meet your varying needs.
Happiness Is… You're a Good Man Charlie Brown
The beloved Peanuts gang comes to the Aventura Arts & Cultural Center this month for the family-friendly Broadway musical You’re A Good Man, Charlie Brown. Cartoonist Charles Schulz released the book Happiness is a Warm Puppy in 1962 and five years later Charlie “Blockhead” Brown ruled Broadway. The 1998 revival added his sister Sally to the fun, joined by bossy Lucy, piano prodigy Schroeder, blanket-toting Linus and of course, Snoopy, who is always in the doghouse.
Holding Court
BY ANGELA CARAWAY-CARLTON This March, the Miami Open begins a new chapter of top tennis in a football stadium—and it should be epic. When the globe’s top-ranked tennis pros descend on South Florida for the Miami Open this March, for the first time in more than 30 years the high-profile tournament won’t be played at the Crandon Park Tennis Center on Key Biscayne. Instead, they’ll hold court at Hard Rock Stadium in Miami Gardens, the same flashy venue where the Miami Dolphins play football.
Coiffure & Coffee
Coiffure & Coffee is excited to be bringing a brand-new concept to the beauty world with the official launch of a boutique salon and gourmet coffee shop combined at one state-of-the-art location. The salon offers luxury barber services, haircuts for women and men as well as blowouts, color services, Olaplex treatments and more. “There are not many things in the world people love more than stunning hair and great coffee,” said Luda Litt-Nascone of Coiffure & Coffee.
Soak It Up The Right Side of History
Soak It Up The Right Side of History BY LINDA MARX French Lick in Southern Indiana resembles a European spa town—and so much more. Picture a scene from a Hallmark TV movie set: rolling hills, sky-blue lakes, nearby ski peaks, restored buildings bursting with history, quaint shops, restaurants, coffee houses and ice cream parlors, museums and galleries, a children’s water park, and a huffing, puffing diesel locomotive offering rides in vintage rail cars through the scenic Hoosier National Forest.
MQR Design
Maris Raffa is at the helm of this full-service interior design firm serving South Florida, New York and California for the past 12 years. Maris is native of Brazil where she started her design career in early 2000’s. In 2006, she settled in North Miami Beach and formed a hand-picked team to assist her in providing highly personalized service to each of her clients. What sets her apart, according to her countless happy customers, is how she works transparently from the very beginning.
Artful Adornment
BY MICHELLE PAYER “I have enough jewelry,” said no one ever. Be it a watch, necklace, ring or earrings, we never feel fully dressed without modest or over-the-top sparkling enhancements. For some discerning individuals, artisan-crafted jewelry is firmly placed on Maslow’s hierarchy of needs. On the highest tier of self-actualization, the motivation to adorn oneself with wearable art becomes a talisman that protects, wields power and recalls moments in time.
Heavy Metal
PHOTOGRAPHED BY GIO ALMA / STYLED BY MARCELA ALMA Pile on the pearls, bold necklaces and eye-catching earrings. This season, it’s all about the accessories. Handmade 18K gold-plated earrings with Swarovski crystals by AM Adriana Montoya; at Haus Fashion Lab Boutique, Wynwood. Handmade silver-plated choker with mixed stones and artist paintings by Patricia Adelson; at patriciaadelson.com.
North Miami Dental Group
Want to feel comfortable and relaxed in a dental chair? Dr. Michael Jacobs, DMD and his wife Sabina designed their North Miami Beach office to have the same comforting feeling as their home. As a multi-specialty one-stop location with high-tech, state-of-the-art equipment, every operatory is equipped with personalized WiFi headsets that patients can use to watch their favorite Netflix, Hulu or YouTube shows.
Precision, Performance and Prestige
BY LINDA MARX Rolex, the iconic watchmaker, is known around the world for its passion for innovation and quest for excellence. Everyone talks about Rolex luxury timepieces and their magical charms, but how many people know a great deal about the legendary Swiss manufacturer?
South Florida's Best Kept Secret
The International Jewelers Exchange is a step back in time to the big city diamond district. Why go to a jewelry store when you can go to a jewelry mall? As South Florida’s premier jewelry mall, they are committed to trust and authenticity since 1979. International Jewelers exchange is the number-one stop for all things jewelry with certified gemologists, craftsmen, designers and watchmakers on premises.
She's Gone | Aventura Magazine
Features April 30, 2015 by Kim Roth 0 Emmy Rossum may have left Shameless—at least, for now—but we haven’t seen or heard the last of her. No one on or off the set of one of Showtime’s longest-running and most popular series was prepared for the news: Emmy Rossum, aka Fiona Gallagher on Shameless, was leaving the show after nine seasons. “Fiona is going to go away,” Bill Macy told E! News when asked to tease upcoming Shameless stories while on the red carpet of Showtime’s Wilder vs.
Love in the time of Ladera
Love in the time of Ladera BY ANGELA CARAWAY-CARLTON Forget about the same old island experience—jet off to the lush island of St. Lucia to be romanced by the anything-but-typical Ladera resort. As the driver of our car service carefully maneuvered up the steep, windy roads to Ladera, a boutique, adults-only resort perched on a cliff in St. Lucia’s southern end, I could barely control my excitement—and, if I’m completely honest, nervousness—about staying at an eco-luxe resort.
Cassiopeia Jewelry
Born and raised in Eastern Europe, Simona Zion left her country and moved to the United States to pursue her dream of becoming a jewelry designer. Her love for jewelry started at a very young age. “My grandma is responsible for my love for jewelry,” she says with a smile, remembering wearing her grandmother’s vintage necklaces and earrings. In addition to her grandmother, Zion finds inspiration in her love for old movies.
Winning with Denise Rubin
In November, Denise Rubin just won Best Real Estate Professional of the Year from the Builders Association of South Florida. She also won six additional awards for Best Marketing Professional of the Year, Best Real Estate Website, Best Social Media, Best Magazine Ads for Condos, Best Magazine Ads for Single-Family Homes, and Best Real Estate Professional Print Ad. Rubin is now the proud recipient of 32 Best Awards to add to her countless other awards over the years.
Rosemberg Law
Born and raised in Michigan to parents from Mexico City, David Rosemberg set his sights on Miami in 2002 after graduating from Emory University School of Law to cultivate a thriving business in the gateway to Latin America.
A Mother's Mission | Aventura Magazine
Features May 1, 2015 by Kim Roth 0 BY ANGELA CARAWAY-CARLTON | PHOTOGRAPHY BY CARLOS HIDALGO Channeling the pain of losing her own son to childhood cancer, Miami mom Silvia Vanni is working to help children in the same situation get the most out of life—and to find a cure for the disease once and for all. It’s been more than seven years since Silvia Vanni’s youngest son, Sal, passed away just shy of his 8th birthday. But the agony of losing her child to cancer never seems to fade.
Shop in Shop
Shop in Shop BY LINDA MARX Cool modules created inside of Miami’s Tenoversix concept store will excite art lovers during Art Basel. Is there anything sexier than the marriage of art and fashion? Tenoversix, the Little River concept and design store, is hosting an unusual pop-up shop adapted from award-winning Danish fashion designer/artist Henrik Vibskov’s runway design aesthetics. The Dec.
The Doyenne of Disaster
BY LINDA MARX | PHOTOS BY CARLOS HIDALGO Alison Thompson is often in the wrong place at the right time—by design. Between her rescue work for victims of natural disasters around the world and founding humanitarian organizations, the Miami-based founder of Third Wave Volunteers has been a very busy woman. Walls of wind and water lifted shoreline homes into the air. Boats were hurled from the water and crashed onto dry land.
25 Things to Know About Margot Robbie
PHOTO BY KARL LAGERFELD Besides the obvious—she’s beautiful and talented—the Aussie actress has a lot going on, including a production company, a talent for tattooing, and a dozen new films coming up fast. George Bernard Shaw said, “Youth is wasted on the young.” That may be true in a lot of cases, but not in the case of 28-year-old superstar Margot Robbie. She hit the big time early, but even with a list of high-profile films already under her belt, Robbie’s got her head on straight.
Merry & Bright
‘Tis the season to experiment with sparkling eyes, bold lips and major glow. Here are a few party-ready makeup looks to get you inspired. Makeup by Nicole Faulkner / Lipstick Nick Photographed by Brandon Lundby All products by Morphe, Aventura Mall; morphebrushes.com On lids: Metallic Heat Metallic Eyeshadow; limited edition Holiday 2018 Collection. Wingmen Liquid Liner Duo; limited edition Holiday 2018 Collection. On brows: Arch Obsessions Brow Kit.
Viva Las Vegas
BY ANA CONNERY Wage your bets on a jackpot of Sin City debuts. From the pulsing nightlife and buzzing casinos to the bevy of new hotel, restaurant and entertainment offerings debuting just in time to ring in the New Year, there’s never been a better time to hop a flight to Sin City. After all, what happens in Vegas, stays in Vegas, right? Where to stay: The Park MGM is the newest hotel and casino to open on the Strip.
A One Woman Army
PHOTOGRAPHED BY GIO ALMA | STYLED BY MARCELA ALMA From faux fur to cashmere in every color and print imaginable, winter’s plushest picks are total traffic-stoppers. Rainbow tulle gown by Carolina Herrera; at Saks Fifth Avenue, Bal Harbour Shops. Face-print knit sweater by Moschino; at Saks Fifth Avenue, Bal Harbour Shops. Sunglasses by Chrome Hearts; at Designer Eyes, Brickell City Centre. Vintage ring; stylist’s own. Pleated midi dress by MSGM; at Saks Fifth Avenue, Bal Harbour Shops.
BLOW & GO
Blo Blow Dry Bar in Aventura offers salon-quality hair styling for special occasions. BY JOHN BUCHANAN | PHOTO: CARLOS HIDALGO “No cuts, no color—just wash, blow and go.” That’s the slogan that supports Blo Blow Dry Bar Aventura, opened in July 2016 as one of more than 100 franchise locations around the U.S. The salon has transformed the beauty business with a simple formula: a professional-quality blow dry combined with a modern hairstyle.
Kodner Galleries
Kodner Galleries A fifth generation Florida-based auction gallery, Kodner Galleries auctions include a wide array of estate jewelry, designer handbags and accessories, fine art, antiques and mid-century modern furniture and decoration. Save the date of December 12th for their annual Holiday Estate Jewelry auction. Before then, the November 28th auction will feature an important collection of Amphora Teplitz Art Nouveau pottery.
Tiny Paws Teacup & Toy Puppy Boutique
Keren Edelsburg, founder of Tiny Paws Teacup & Toy Puppy Boutique, prides herself on aquiring small, healthy dogs from top-quality breeders. She carefully vets all prospective owners to ensure the dogs find loving and permanent homes. What makes Tiny Paws different from other pet stores? “My puppies are cage-free and I care for them as if they are my own pets until I sell them.” Edelsburg says. “We are completely different from other pet stores. We carry very unique puppies from small breeders.
Back from La La Land
PHOTO BY SEBASTIAN KIM Emma Stone moves on from an Oscar-winning performance to a spate of new films and a Netflix series with her old chum Jonah Hill. Seven years ago when Emma Stone killed it in The Help, she had just come off a rejection from her audition to play opposite Tom Hanks in Larry Crowne. It wasn’t so much that Stone was dying to be a part of that particular film; rather, she idolizes Hanks and wanted to work with him. Oh, how the tide has turned.
Art Basel EST ARRIVÉ!
BY MICHELLE PAYER Love it or tolerate it; you can’t miss it: The frenzy, excitement, anticipation and sometimes gridlock of Art Basel Miami, which sweeps into town December 6-9 for its 17th colorful year.
They Reıgn in Spaın
They Reıgn in Spaın BY LORI CAPULLO Three of the most beautiful and culturally rich cities in Spain—Barcelona, Mallorca and Ibiza—are also home to OD Hotels, making a winning combination and guaranteeing a memorable vacation. Plenty of great things come in threes, especially in español: The Three Amigos. Tres leches. And when it comes to the country of Spain, while there are far more than three cities you’ll want to visit, at the top of your list should be Barcelona, Mallorca and Ibiza.
The Black List
The Black List PHOTOGRAPHED BY GIO ALMA | STYLED BY MARCELA ALMA The LBD is a staple of the party circuit, but these not-so-basic looks elevate it to an entirely new level. Dress by Oscar Carvallo; at Oscar Carvallo, Miami Design District. Hat by Gerard Darel; at Bloomingdale’s, Aventura Mall.
Best Self
AVENTURA magazine’s guide to some of the top health professionals in South Florida.
Holiday Halo
BY LINDA MARX | PHOTOS BY CARLOS HIDALGO Dr. Rudolph “Rudy” Moise opens his Mediterranean-style estate to friends who know that doing good offers a special layer of love during the holiday season. Dr. Rudolph “Rudy” Moise has a knack for giving back.
Looking Inward
BY MICHELLE PAYER | PHOTOS BY CARLOS HIDALGO Practiced for centuries throughout the world, alternative medicine has been shrouded in mystery and mysticism, and trusted by those-who-know to provide comfort and healing, detoxify, de-stress and open energy pathways. Take a look at five of South Florida’s most dedicated practitioners and their innovative approaches to restoring body and soul.
Spa Surprises
Spa Surprises BY LINDA MARX New and unusual treatments provide relaxation, healing and a feeling of well-being that remain for days after the experience. HIMALAYAN HIGH Imagine spending two hours on a mountain range somewhere between the border of India and Tibet. You feel a range of sensations, from the humid, subtropical air to cold, dry, desert-like conditions.
Long May She Reign
BY LORI CAPULLO Queen of beauty Charlotte Tilbury has the solutions for our Miami makeup mishaps—plus a few tips and tricks that all of us need to know, regardless of where we live. Charlotte Tilbury is fabulous in every way, from the strawberry blonde mane to the sultry, raspy, trademark “Darling!” that we never tire of hearing her say.
Mama's Girl | Aventura Magazine
With 800° Woodfired Kitchen, Miami Heat legends Udonis Haslem and Dwyane Wade bring a healthy California dining concept to Aventura. Photo by Bob Metelus Miami Heat basketball stars Udonis Haslem and Dwyane Wade have teamed up again. This time they have formed Forty-Three, a joint company named for their respective jersey numbers. Through the new partnership, they are launching their first venture, a restaurant called 800° Woodfired Kitchen in Aventura.
Miami's Newest Divo | Aventura Magazine
BY MICHELLE PAYER Italian haute couture meets beach-chic Miami as a Milan-based fashion, art and design school opens a college in the Magic City’s luxury retail mecca, promising to create a new generation of forward-thinking designers. When Italian clothing designer Giulio Marangoni saw his fashion star rising in 1930’s Milan, he hoped his clothing, favored by Italian aristocracy, could be replicated by a team of protégés to his exacting standards, at least in his lifetime.
Express Yourself
These 6 superstar stylists know that’s the point of fashion—and they can help you do it in your own unique way. Here, they talk about Miami style and dole out some expert tips, just in time for you to start your fall wardrobe shopping. Photo by Carlos Hidalgo Rachael Russell Saiger Fashion Director, Miansai + Founder and President, Style Saves + Creative Consultant, StyleRR.com – Miami How would you define, if you can, “Miami style” when it comes to fashion?
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