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Cover Stories, MSM Online

WERONIKA ROGOWSKA BEAUTY & BRAINS

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Interview by Nadja Atwal / Cover Photo by Aubrey Chandler When Weronika Rogowska speaks, people pay attention. She is is not just stunningly beautiful, but communicates with a soft voice and great confidence while projecting humbleness and (self-)awareness. She has been modeling since the age of 17 and lived in all the key fashion metropoles from Paris and London to Milan and now New York. This plus her academic backgrounds with her degree in Psychology, make a not just worldly but very educated person to listen to. She has countless stories about the world from experience and anecdotes about people that mix well with her analytical, perceptive mind. While still in love with her model life, she has been able to create a parallel career as a life coach and mostly devices her time between New York and Miami. In New York she keeps expanding her academic horizon while Miami serves more as territory for inspiration. Pair that with her impeccable fashion style and her website www.trueimage.co plus her Instagram page – two platforms she uses which makes people’s lives better – and voila, you got one extraordinary influencer! When did you realize the desire for female influences that embody the combination of beauty and brains? I think being a female is a power in itself. All woman should realize the importance of developing her own potential. I want to teach women to never give up on their career. Princess Diana said smartly “People think that at the end of the day a man is the only answer. Actually a fulfilling job is better for me”. I love helping others and practicing positive psychology. What makes every woman beautiful is not physical appearance but passion and personality. Do you think the overflow of pretty people just posing has lead to the desire for influencers that have actually something to say? I think it’s a matter of choice. We all have something interesting to share but most of the influencers choose the easy way to exist in social media. They prefer just to pose in designer clothes and overuse photoshop. At the end of the day all of them look the same because there is no deeper philosophy attached to it. I’m trying to deliver value in whatever I’m doing. I believe in contribution and mental stimulation. If I’m able to help or inspire at least one person, then its a success. I’m against shallow, empty culture because I think it doesn’t motivate people but solely makes them more materialistic. Since you offer people guidance that is aligned with your academic background (psychology), what are the typical questions people are asking you ? They ask me about relationship advice, how to maintain positivity, how to accomplish happiness and inner peace. I’m trying to learn as much as I can so I can support people with useful advice. I see big power in team work and enhancing each other’s life. Sharing experiences and giving clues can save time and money. That’s why I’m working on a project that includes a special team of people who can help on a larger scale. As an influencer what is the main goal you have with regards to your impact on people’s choices or behavior? My main goal is to make people believe in themselves and love themselves so they can achieve whatever they want and make a difference in this world. I want to inspire others to be strong enough and brave enough to be who they are. Truth is hard to find in current times. Which people on IG do you follow that inspire and maybe even guide you through their posts and why? I follow motivational speakers, models who promote healthy lifestyle (like Nina Agdal), actors (like Charlize Theron, Reese Whiterspoon, Will Smith). I’m especially impressed by Reese Whiterspoon, as I admire her social activities and fight for woman’s rights. She impressed me with her campaign against domestic violence. People who stand out from the crowd and take action to change reality for the better are the most inspiring to me.

MSM Online, News & Entertainment

One On One With GiGi Diaz

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She’s on your radio, leading networking events and speaking at summits everywhere. She’s GiGi Diaz, a Cuban born, iHeartRadio personality, serial entrepreneur and Mindset & Business Coach for women. The positive vibes she spreads with each professional hat she wears has earned the moniker of The Conscious Influencer and she lives up to it daily. GiGi Diaz is on air on 939MIA in Miami, Mia 92-1 in West Palm Beach and in multiple other markets throughout the United States. Her first business, a dance studio called GiGi’s Academy, was founded in 2003 right after she graduated from high school and was recently ranked Top 3 Dance Studios in its city. Her second business, Seizing Happy, is a Mindset & Business Coaching Program dedicated to teaching women how to tap into their inner happiness source to lead more empowered and purposeful lives. It offers networking events, one-on-one coaching, courses and workshops. We sat with this busy bee for a few questions and here’s what we learned. With all that you do, how you keep it all afloat? I can confidently say I am a time management queen! When I was much younger I literally worked myself into an urgent care. I was losing my hair, had break outs all over my skin, and while driving from one job to another, one day I practically lost my vision in the middle of the highway. It was really scary. To make a long story short, after getting checked out my doctor pretty much told me I was working myself sick. That day changed everything for me and taught me that no matter how passionate, driven, or eager you are to achieve the success you dream of, you need to put yourself first. I manage my time by listing tasks, then prioritizing them, then delegating what I can and giving myself a deadline to complete the tasks I keep for myself. Even though it looks like I’m doing 100 things all the time, I focus on only one big project at a time. What causes you stress and how do you overcome it? A lot of my stress comes from overthinking and uncertainty about what’s coming up. If I’m planning an event, launching a new course or workshop I tend to overthink and worry. I know this happens to a lot of people. Breathing is an instant stress reducer for me. When I feel the stress creeping I stop whatever I’m doing and do some mindful breathing. I inhale for 4 seconds, hold it for 3 seconds and exhale for 5 seconds. I repeat this a few times trying to make the exhale longer each time. This slows down my thinking, my heart rate, and allows me to step away from the stress to look at everything more clearly. I meditate every morning for a few minutes and I do it again every night before bed. This has helped me tremendously with clarity, anxiety, and unnecessary worry. Is there a mantra or quote that helps you thrive? Yes! I’ve been closing my shows with “la felicidad es una decision” for years! It translates to “happiness is a choice.” I feel that when your happiness is found within, no one and nothing can take it from you. When you seek joy in life and within yourself, instead of in outside influences, you own that happiness. It’s unshakable. I love affirmations too, I use them every day. I even made my own affirmations eBook to share with friends and it was such a hit I started offering it to clients too. What tip do you have for those people trying to launch a side hustle? I tell my clients this all the time: KNOW YOUR WHY. Why are you doing this? Whatever that answer is, ask WHY again, and again, until you get to the root of why you want to do this. Knowing your deepest reason why is what’s going to keep you motivated when you’re tired and disciplined when you fail (and, yes, you will fail, probably many times). Independence, financial freedom, and reasons similar to those are good, but go deeper. Way deeper. What is the biggest mistake people make when launching? There are so many! I have an entire episode of my Chats with GiGi podcast dedicated to this question! But I’ll go with the first that came to mind when you asked: investing in the wrong things. A lot of launching entrepreneurs spend a ton of money on website designs, business cards, and other aesthetic things. The most important investment to make when launching is in guidance so you avoid as many mistakes as possible. I have spent thousands on coaching and it’s exponentially grown my business. The other investment I think that is very important is delegating! You need to spend your time creating and SELLING, not worrying about the daily tasks of entrepreneurship. I know investing in these things sounds like a luxury to many, but it’s my expert advice, what has worked for me and what works for other successful entrepreneurs. Talking to GiGi was a treat. She’s passionate, energetic and in love with what she does. You can find her on Instagram as @GiGiDiazLIVE, learn more about her at gigidiaz.com and listen to her on 939MIA, Mia 92-1, RUMBA and on the CHATS with GiGi podcast on the free iHeartRadio app.

Fashion, MSM Online, Shows & Events

NYFW Part 2: Badgley Mischka Fall 2020 show and Rebecca Minkoff

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  By Karen Huggins If I had to choose a Fashion Designer that represents my child dreams would be Badgley Mischka. As a kid always dreamed about princess dresses like Cinderella, and Badgley Mischka knows how to make you feel like a princess. I was honored to be invited to attend Badgley Mischka Fall 2020 runway presentation. A dream come true watching the amazing fabrics and beaded appliques in front row. The looks were groundbreaking; glamour inspired by British influences including exaggerated sleeves and belts tightly cinched at the waist. I loved the embellished dresses and bow details that provided a classy bit of romanticism. Congratulations for the amazing collection Mark Badgley and James Mischka. Rebecca Minkoff presentation was a rainbow playground. She presented the spring 2020 collection ready to buy. The concept of this collection was “Women are complex creatures” so models represented kids, teenagers, moms to be and moms; a transition into womanhood. Rebecca promoted a beautiful message about women power with symbols on hoodies and graphic tees. A colorful and happy collection including sustainability as a key point. Follow me on instagram @karenhuggins_blog  https://www.instagram.com/karenhuggins_blog/

Events, LIFESTYLE, MSM Online

MIAMI YACHT SHOW AT ISLAND GARDENS FEBRUARY 13 – 17, 2020

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From the big game to big yachts, Miami furthers its allure as a destination for world-class events as the 32nd Annual Miami Yacht Show pulls into port Presidents’ Day Weekend with over 400 extraordinary and uniquely designed new and pre-owned yachts on display, including 15 spectacular, must-see new debuts.   Renowned as Magic City’s premier luxury yachting event, the Miami Yacht Show and its Superyacht Miami site showcase superyachts from the world’s foremost custom boat builders across three marina sites, transforming Downtown Miami’s waterfront into a yachting enclave.   The 2020 show will unveil some of the year’s most striking and luxurious new yachts, including the U.S. debut of SilverYachts’ 278-foot BOLD, the show’s largest superyacht; the world debut of Hatteras Yacht’s highly anticipated GT65; and the world debut of Monte Carlo Yachts’ MCY 70 Skylounge, the first model of the new MCY Collection, among others (full list below). Azimut Yachts will also showcase 18 yachts, including three U.S. debuts – the Azimut 78, Azimut S8 and Azimut Grande 32 Metri – as well as the world premiere of the Azimut Verve 47.   Expanding its international portfolio, which includes luxury yacht builders and brokers from over 32 countries, the Miami Yacht Show will welcome yachts from new exhibitors this year, including Australia’s largest luxury boat builder Riviera Yachts; Dubai-based Majesty Yachts, and Taiwanese shipyard Horizon Yachts. Italian shipyard Invictus Yacht is also making its U.S. debut at the Miami Yacht Show, introducing Invictus Yacht USA and the U.S. debut of its GT370 model at its first American boat show.   Miami Yacht Show’s Superyacht Miami, located on Island Gardens Deep Harbour Marina on Watson Island, which can accommodate yachts up to 400 feet, will be transformed into an exclusive destination displaying show-stopping mega yachts such as BOLD; 248-foot BELLA VITA by Lurssen; 163-foot MISS MONEYPENNY V by Overmarine; 164-foot HOSPITALITY by Westport Yachts; 161-foot HUNTER by Trinity Yachts; and 154-foot USHER by Delta Marine.   Other superyachts displayed at the Miami Yacht Show will include the 163-foot THUNDER YACHT by Oceanfast; the 100-foot RUTLI E by Benetti; and the 100-foot Mb3 by Hargrave. Miami entrepreneurs Norman Braman and David Grutman will also showcase their yachts at the show, including Braman’s 175-foot KISSES and Grutman’s 81-foot GROOT, which has hosted many of Hollywood’s most recognizable celebs. With more than 15 new yachts at this year’s show; here is a small look at what’s debuting:  BOLD | SilverYachts | U.S. Debut BOLD is the fifth, largest and most recent superyacht by Australia’s premier luxury yacht builder SILVERYACHTS, harnessing the world’s leading fuel efficiency, and technical supremacy, defined by her predecessors. Working in collaboration with renowned yacht designer, Espen Øino, Silver Yachts showcases the unique flexibility of their efficient platforms. BOLD reveals aggressive styling, expansive interior and exterior spaces. 48 Wallytender X| Ferretti Group & Wally | World Debut Hot on the heels of the world debut of the exciting new 48 Wallytender this autumn, Wally with Ferretti Group will reveal at the upcoming Miami Yacht Show the first unit of a new, fully powered outboard version of the cutting-edge Wally day cruiser. Combined with a dependable hull design and a light carbon fiber construction from the in-house experts at Wally and Ferretti Group, the result is impressive: high top speeds and very low consumptions for extended range. Preliminary sea trials have indicated maximum speeds in excess of 55 knots and a cruising speed of 40 knots with a range of 320nm. Azimut 78 | Azimut Yachts | U.S. Debut At 23.60 meters in length (77 feet) and with a beam of 5.75 meters, the Azimut 78 is bringing futuristic design and ultra-modern technology as the new flagship in the Azimut Yachts Flybridge Collection. The ultra-innovative Azimut 78 is part of the Carbon-Tech generation and the first Flybridge to be fitted with three Volvo IPS propulsion units. Alberto Mancini, who designed the sleek, futuristic exteriors, and Achille Salvagni, the creator of the sophisticated interior design, took up and won the challenge thrown down by the Shipyard to achieve the perfect balance between ever more dynamic lines and ever larger volumes. The yacht’s layout offers the utmost comfort and privacy, with the clear separation of crew and guest flows, and a highly versatile day area to meet the needs of contemporary owners. Azimut Grande 32 Metri | Azimut Yachts | U.S. Debut The Azimut Grande 32 Metri is avant-garde in every sense, not least because of the multiple unprecedented solutions that establish its right to a prominent position as one of the world’s most advanced and modern superyachts, or the advanced naval platform that is packed with technology: the combination of Carbon Tech, D2P® hull and wave piercer (which increases the length at the waterline by 1.8 meters), results in peerless consumption efficiency. For tickets and official site:  https://www.miamiyachtshow.com/en/home.html

Health & Fitness, MSM Online

UNKNWN and NIKE team up with the talented women of Miami for Super Bowl LIV Weekend in Wynwood

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  Mirroring the electricity of Super Bowl LIV as it descends on Miami, FL, UNKNWN debuts a one-of-a-kind experience in partnership with Nike at UNKNWN’s recently opened flagship store in Wynwood. Co-founded by LeBron James, Jaron Kanfer and Frankie Walker Jr., UNKNWN was created to be a platform for the community using fashion, sport, art, and culture. Collaborating with a talented collective of powerful women who call Miami a source of inspiration, UNKNWN Wynwood will be transformed into Nike’s ‘Future is in the Air’ to celebrate women over the weekend of sport. The multi-sensory experience, “created by women for everyone,” will also be the perfect launching pad for Nike’s women’s exclusive shoe: The Air Max Verona. The event will celebrate the global arrival of the sneaker with an exclusive colorway, which will be exclusively sold at UNKNWN over Super Bowl weekend. Below, check out a full schedule of events (open to the public) happening this weekend, from customization workshops to Fit club training classes, all taking place at UNKNWN Wynwood.  Exclusive Accessory Design Workshop by Artist Andrea Bergart Thursday, January 30, 2020 4:00PM – 6:00PM Always a destination for limited edition fashion, UNKNWN has invited New York City based artist, designer, and basketball player Andrea Bergart (@andreabergart) to host a workshop where attendees will customize a new accessory, a football coin purse inspired by Nike and UNKNWN from footballs as keepsakes for the weekend. Bergart’s inspiration stems from her involvement in fashion and the Downtown Girls (all-women) Basketball community where she creates basketball handbags, paintings, and solar prints highlighting WNBA players and basketball culture. Bergart’s basketball bags continue to garner praise from WNBA players, NBA and NFL wives, celebrities, stylists, influencers and confident consumers from New York to Tokyo. This Thursday guest will enjoy this a hands-on design workshop with Bergart where self expression will be the only necessary skill required.  Sign up to attend here: unknwn.com/calendar UNKNWN Fit Club Hit Session Featuring Elise Caldwell of DBC Fitness Friday, January 31, 2020 10:00AM – 12:00PM Through the support of co-founder LeBron James’ sports nutrition company, Ladder, the inaugural team of instructors for UNKNWN FIT CLUB will be a group of inspiring women from the Miami well known fitness scene. Powered by Nike, UNKNWN FIT CLUB will kick-off the morning with a football inspired class on the new exclusive UNKNWN 6000 sq. ft football mural in the courtyard painted by artist Jessy Nite. Beginning this kick-off will be a workout class from Elise Caldwell of Wynwood’s DBC Fitness (@elise_dbcfit). Sign up to attend here: unknwn.com/calendar Exclusive Floral Design Workshop With Bodega Rose Friday, January 31, 2020 2:00PM – 3:30PM & 4:30PM – 6:00PM Happening for two time slots, UNKNWN has invited artist, designer, and landscape architecture of Bodega Rose, Olivia Rose (@bodega.rose) who will work with attendees on customization for planters inspired by Nike, UNKNWN, and the NFL. Rose’s work is informed by natural plant life, introducing horticulture to art, fashion, and performance. Sign up to attend here: unknwn.com/calendar Vinyasa Yoga Flow Session Featuring Cristina Ortega Saturday, February 1, 2020 10:00AM – 12:00PM Following Elise’s Friday class, attendees will then enjoy a Saturday UNKNWN FIT CLUB session with yoga instructor Cristina Ortega (@highonyoga) who fell in love with yoga in 2012. She’s been able to use yoga a way to heal herself through her practice, whether it be a “heartbreak” or just “life,” she has understood the meaning and importance of the need to heal. Ortega’s hope is to inspire others to try yoga and implement it as a way of living. Her message to the world is: “You are capable, you are strong, you are love, you are everything you need to be and more. You are enough.” Whether you’re a beginner or an advanced practitioner, you are in for a mindful Vinyasa class with power yoga fusion. Sign up to attend here: unknwn.com/calendar  

Fashion, MSM Online, Skin Care, Traveler

Karen Huggins Holiday Gift Guide

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  By Karen Huggins / @Karenhuggins_blog Christmas is around the corner! Love, family, friends, parties and gifts…. Oh yes, gifts! For some people it’s easy to come up with ideas and they know which one is the perfect gift for every friend or every member of the family. Others have no idea and this season could be stressful for them. That is why I love the Holiday Gift Guides ?. Many options and sometimes unique gifts that is not easy to find on Amazon. This year I decided to create my own Holiday Gift Guide. I added products and experiences that I would love to receive as a gift and other options that friends told me they would love to have on Christmas. Cryoskin: Cryoskin is the latest technology from Paris, a non-invasive fat loss treatment that uses cold temperatures to reduce fat. It is used for slimming, cellulite reduction, and toning. The session lasts for 30 minutes and is done manually through a massage machine. The session begins with heat and then a decrease in temperature to -8° for the duration of the session. I lost over half an inch in the first session! Sarah is the best with Cryoskin! T: 786 3950295 @just4youspa www.just4youspa.com Verafied: I love everything about this brand, Vera is a Chinese Blogger based in New York with the coolest sexy bossy style. She founded Verafied bridging fashion and lifestyle between both continents. For a chick and stylish gift, visit www.verafiedny.com @verafied_official . The coats and jackets are to die for! Rosewood Hotels: Rosewood Baha Mar is offering the “Rolling in the Deep experience”, search the Bahamian Seas for the Ultimate Buried Treasure (Nassau, Bahamas). Adventure seekers will experience the Bahamian seas like never before via this ultra-luxury excursion from Rosewood Baha Mar. Aboard the resort’s Eternity mega-yacht, guests will spend the day in search of rare treasure – a Ulysse Nardin Diver 42mm watch buried in the sands below – alongside a professional diver as well as a personal photographer and videographer. With their magnificent memento in hand, guests will return home via Baha Mar’s private jet to share tales of their underwater adventure with family and friends. The “Rolling in the Deep” experience is available at Rosewood Baha Mar with four nights’ accommodations and roundtrip flights on Baha Mar’s private jet. It is the perfect gift! https://www.rosewoodhotels.com/en/baha-mar/offers/limitededition Three Floor: Are you ready for Christmas? For Christmas I selected a beautiful sophisticated with a bold colour palette dress from Three Floor. I have seen celebrities such as Gigi Hadid, Olivia Culpo, Claudia Schiffer, Priyanka Chopra, Zendaya and Jessica Alba wearing their gorgeous dresses. It is an excellent option for Christmas and New Year’s Eve. PQSwim: If you are thinking about a getaway and a scape from Winter, Caribbean Islands are always a good idea! For a “Cabana chic look”, PQ Swim bikinis are gorgeous, love the supportive fits and flattering cuts. YSL Beauty: YSL is one of my favorite brands, I am obsessed with the new clothing collection for Spring/Summer 2020. One of my favorite perfumes right now is YSL Libre (Women), it combines lavender essence from France with the sensuality of Moroccan orange blossom. Perfect option for a gift! You can complete it with the Limited Edition Holiday Rouge Pur Couture, it was redesigned with a limited edition, star-studded festive casing perfect for the Holiday Season. Montblanc The Webster: One of the advices I always give related to the gift season is thinking about original and unique gifts. The Webster boutique and Montblanc joined forces collaborating to create an amazing product perfect for Holidays: the latest limited edition writing instrument + notebook set. The design pairs Montblanc’s timeless writing culture heritage with The Webster’s pink signature colour and its mascot, a pink flamingo. For sophisticated friends and family, MONTBLANC X THE WEBSTER he best option thewebster.us and montblanc.com.

Arts, Fashion, MSM Online

Fall Outfit Ideas with Karen Huggins

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  By Karen Huggins / @Karenhuggins_blog Christmas is around the corner and many of us are running around making plans and buying gifts. It is always a good time to share a few gorgeous fall pieces that are perfect for fall outfit ideas. I hope you like them ! Black Jumpsuit and strass earrings are always a good idea. A black or white jumpsuit is a basic that could be worn in the summer with flat sandals or in the fall with high heels, strass earrings and a blazer or coat.  Osklen Jumpsuit / @osklen Sometimes we have many options in our closet that is difficult to come up with an outfit. When you are in doubt, select a basic like a black mini dress, add a classic pair of boots and a cute or statement cardigan. This outfit will make you look stylish.  Geegeebae Cardigan / @shopgeegeebae On a daily basis we want to look casual and effortless chic, right? But what about those days when we feel bold and what to make a statement?  Mixing patterns is perfect for those days. Last week in Miami was Art Basel week. It is an art fair staged annually in Miami Beach, selling the works of established and emerging artists. Everything is not about art during Art Basel, there are also many parties and fashion events. It was the perfect excuse to wear bold outfits like this one:  Geegeebae Coat / @shopgeegeebae  After a busy Art Basel week my plans are to have a casual brunch with friends and walk with Teddy and my husband. What do you think about this outfit, casual and cute, right?  Macy’s Ralph Lauren Shorts / @macys @ralphlauren outfit  Coffee with friends is always a good idea. My favorite place to go for a coffee is the Miami Design District: Designer stores and coffee places such as Pura Vida and OTL. Macy’s Ralph Lauren Coat with Vanessa / @macys @ralphlauren @karenhuggins_blog and @vanessarosetilley We can’t forget that Fall in Miami is also the Gala season. I had the opportunity to meet Mark Badgley and James Mischka of Badgley Mischka designers and enjoyed a beautiful presentation of their new collection. It was a dream come true, I felt like a princess for one day with their gorgeous dresses.  Gown Badgley Mischka, Mark Badgley and James Mischka / @badgleymischka designers  This was the second outfit, perfect for Art Basel: lots of sparkling and statement boots. Ready to be seen at Art Basel LOL.  Jacket and pants Badgley Mischka / @badgleymischka outfits @karenhuggins_blog and @vanessarosetilley  We can’t forget animal print, it was the main attraction at the catwalks this year. If you also want to start with the mixing prints trend but want to be safe at the same time, this outfit could be a good idea (mixing same color prints):  Good American outfit / @goodamerican  Besides Galas, parties and events; I also work from 9 to 5 so I can’t forget the office outfits (I need to afford clothing and trips ?). This Escada suit is the perfect option to look great at the office. Escada Suit / @escadaofficial 

MSM Online, Traveler

Viva Italia! Miami Fashion Influencer Karen Huggins and her dog Teddy ? explores Italy ??

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My husband and I along with our Teddy ? spent fifteen days admiring the beauty of Italy experiencing different places including Lake Como, Venice, Sardinia and Milan. It gives me great pleasure to share with MSM’s reader’s my experiences and photos along the way ??? Our first stop was Lake Como, one of the most picturesque places in Italy with Victorian Gardens and lake shore romantic restaurants. I felt like part of a painting. Amazing place to relax and enjoy local food at many restaurants and farms. Next stop, Venice. This was our first time in this romantic city and it did not disappoint. It is incredible when you see that the streets are canals. Taking a gondola ride and getting lost in the little alleys is a MUST. After a romantic visit to Venice, Sardinia (Costa Smeralda, North of the island) was the next stop. Sardinia is known for beautiful beaches, exclusive hotels, celebrities and shopping for the best in fashion brands; The Island blends the sophistication of Italy and beach lifestyle. The landscape is exotic with wild vegetation. It is paradise! I really recommend renting a boat for a day and enjoy ing the beaches that can only be accessed by boat. The last place we visited was Milan. It is a small city where streets are like fashion runways. If you love Fashion this is the place! Amazing Designer boutiques and beautiful places to have coffee and dinner. A couple of pictures of the trip and outfits … Follow me on Instagram!  @karenhuggins_blog  

Culinary, Culture, MSM Online

Hasta La Pasta: Where to Carb Up on National Pasta Day

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National Pasta Day on Thursday October 17 is fast approaching. Here’s 5 of South Florida’s finest for you to consider in celebration of the day!! Boia De Boia De, the funky new restaurant hidden in the upper Buena Vista neighborhood, is a pasta haven serving a selection of standout dishes such as Parpadelle Alla Lepre ($22) created with rabbit sugo, rosemary and fresh tomatoes; Ricotta Gnocci ($17) – fresh gnocchi served with a house-made cherry pomodoro sauce; Sweet Corn Agnolotti ($19) a creamy pasta with sweet corn, lobster mushrooms, and thyme; and traditional Ravioli ($21) – fresh raviolis with speck, mascarpone, cherry pomodoro, and Stracciatella. Boia De is located at 5205 NE 2nd Avenue, Miami. Telephone (305) 967-8866; www.boiaderestaurant.com.   Image:  (courtesy of David Bley)   Burlock Coast Indulge this National Pasta Day at seaside eatery, Burlock Coast. Created specifically for the pasta day, chef de cuisine Brooke Mallory has whipped up a Pappardelle Pasta with Lemon Ricotta, Roasted Mushroom, Butternut Squash and Truffle Oil. Priced at only $15, the pasta will be offered during dinner starting at 5PM. Burlock Coast is located at The Ritz-Carlton, Fort Lauderdale at 1 North Fort Lauderdale Beach Boulevard. Telephone (954) 302-6460; www.burlockcoast.com Images:  (photo credit: Burlock Coast)   CORSAIR kitchen & bar  The casually chic restaurant located off the golf course at JW Marriot Miami Turnberry offers two must-have pastas including Shellfish Pasta ($28) with house-made tagliatelle, mussels, clams, shrimp, tomato, white wine, butter, shaved parmesan; Rigatoni and Meatball ($24) with large chunks of Wagyu beef, veal, shaved parmesan and served with a side of delicious garlic bread soaking up all the sauce. These tasty pasta dishes are available on the dinner menu at CORSAIR kitchen & bar located at 19999 W Country Club Drive, Aventura. Hours of operation and reservations at www.jw.turnberry.com. Image:  (courtesy of CORSAIR kitchen & bar)    Gianni’s at The Villa Casa Casuarina Ball out on National Pasta Day with the lavish White Truffle Tagliolini ($90) available at Gianni’s at The Former Versace Mansion. The rich pasta dish is made fresh in-house and served in a cream and parmesan sauce with a generous serving of seasonal white truffles shaved tableside. Gianni’s is open from lunch from 12PM – 4:30PM and dinner from 6PM –11PM. The Villa is located at 1116 Ocean Drive, Miami Beach. For reservations, visit www.vmmiamibeach.com or call 786-485-2200. Image:  (courtesy of Gianni’s) Scarpetta by Scott Conant Scarpetta by Scott Conant at the legendary Fontainebleau Miami Beach serves rustic, yet refined Italian cuisine and specialize in homemade pastas. For National Pasta Day, you’ll want to indulge in the iconic Tomato & Basil Spaghetti ($23) – this simple yet delectable dish is made by gently peeling and seeding perfectly ripe tomatoes and then cooking them in olive oil with garlic, crushed red pepper, and basil. Another favorite at Scarpetta is the Duck and Foie Gras Ravioli ($26) made with Marsala reduction. For more information about Scarpetta by Scott Conant and to view menus please visit https://www.fontainebleau.com/dining. For reservations call 305-674-4660. Fontainebleau Miami Beach is located at 4441 Collins Avenue. Image: (courtesy of Fontainebleau Miami Beach)

MSM Online

My Miami features Weronika Rogowska

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By Nadja Atwal Weronika Rogowska is in high demand in Miami. The Polish born model finds herself more and more away from her base in New York and more and more on the Miami beaches shooting for brands and magazines worldwide. Currently she is bedazzling us in the Australian Maxim issue.. But Rogowska – who is often compared to fellow Polish born model star Joanna Krupa, is not just a a gorgeous girl who is taking the model world by storm, she is also an academic. After finishing her master in psychology she found herself drawn to the craft of helping and inspiring others. She even created a website for that matter where she posts articles about life, business and relationships. This lead to her getting requested as both a motivational speaker and life coach – also in Miami. Her favorite quote is one she created herself “Be the light that helps others see.” Given her foreign background and unique professional diversity that swing between photo shoots and psychology, we were keen on her take on Miami… When in Miami… you can catch me at Nobu Hotel. I always stay there. Enjoying the classy beach club, organic cafe and having Nobu restaurant right there all this means you never need to leave! The biggest misconception about Miami is… that it is just a fast growing, international tourists mecca. That could lead one to believe that it’s a very one-dimensional town without much depth. Which is very wrong. Stay open minded! It’s not just a vacation destination. Miami has a lot to offer when it comes to art, fashion, food and nature. Each time I visit I discover something new. Since I’m an art fan I frequent the galleries quite often. The last restaurant I enjoyed was…. Hakkasan at the Fontaine Bleau Hotel . The San Pei Chicken Clay pot is one of their big hits…as is the lobster. Every dish is delicious and the interior is spectacular. Sleek, modern , yet cozy. What surprised you most about Miami was… Villa Vizcaya. A little Venice in Miami. It has a very European classy feel to it. Beautiful view and gorgeous Italian architecture. Miami has some history that I wasn’t aware of! Best reason to return to Miami aside from the weather? Definitely stone crab season. No wonder the wealthy New Yorkers get them shipped to their homes now from places like Joe’s Stone Crab. They are so delicious. Then of course Art Basel is a must visit with a growing international scene. I also recommend spending New Years Eve in Miami – again, here the Nobu is a great option. I had a wonderful time here last NYE. The first time I became curious about Miami… was of course when I watched Miami Vice while still living in Poland, where the show was a big hit and made us all sigh and ready to pack our bags to visit Miami. Anything special about your personal connection to Miami you can share? Well, I made my first trip with my boyfriend to Miami. It was the beginning of our love. We are still happy together. So Miami brought me luck!

Culinary, MSM Online

Father’s Day Feast Ideas in Coconut Grove

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Enjoy a Giorgio Rapicavoli prix fixe brunch menu from 11AM – 4PM on Sunday, June 16th at Glass and Vine in Coconut Grove Paella for Two Enjoy a bottle from Peacock Garden Bistro’s collection of Albariño wine served best with a Paella for two!  2889 McFarlane Road Coconut Grove Wine It Down with Dad Grab a seat and let Jaguar serve you this Father’s Day with a 16 oz Sirloin Steak & Bottle of specialty wines! 3067 Grand Ave Coconut Grove  

Cover Stories, Fashion, MSM Online

7 Influencers That RULE Miami

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Photography by 313 Films ? @313_Films / Makeup by Daria Marchik @MakeupbyDariia   Miami is progressively making its name in the Fashion Industry.  The Fashion scene has rapidly evolved and continues to do so on a daily basis.    The City is host to several annual fashion and trade show events such as Apparel Textile Sourcing Miami (ATS), Miami Fashion Week (MIAFW) & Miami Swim Week. These events bring together designers, producers, buyers & trade professionals from all around the world, not to mention the thousands of attendees that flock Miami to take part in these events.    There are several epicenters within the city that are helping fuel Miami’s Fashion growth. Places such as Shops at Merrick Park, Brickell City Center, Miami Design District, Wynwood, Aventura Mall & The Shops at Bal Harbor just to name a few.   But aside from the significant events & stylish epicenters, Miami has influencers that are continuously spreading the word on the latest trends and happenings in their own unique way. These influencers are making a difference and contributing to the growth of Miami’s Fashion Scene.   MSM met up with seven influencers that Rule Miami in the world of fashion. Hope you get to see & meet some of these amazing women around town at the upcoming events !     Annie of TheFashionPoet & AnnieTheAlchemist  is a fashion, travel and beauty expert and journalist who has been coined as one of the pioneers of Miami’s fashion blogging community. Accolades: This young entrepreneur was voted Miami’s Top Fashion Blog by The New Times and recently was awarded Best Fashion Content Creator Award at the Hispanicize x Telemundo Awards. Her work has been featured in glossies such as Vogue, Marie Claire, Elle, The New York Times, Life, Refinery 29 and more.  She was the first blogger in Miami to score a major campaign with fashion brand Coach where she produced and starred in a 1 minute commercial for them. Savvy and creative, Vazquez  has gone on to work for several other brands as a spokesperson, model and consultant. Some of these top tier brands include Mercedes Benz USA, Bailey’s, Peroni, Tresmme, Victoria Secret Pink, 7 for All ManKind, Forever 21, H&M, Express, Macy’s, Express, Bloomingdales, TMobile and Sprint. Innovator: Vazquez has produced several events to unify the city’s fashion community. These include setting up educational fashion panels at Soho House, putting together the city’s first “Fashion Blogger’s Night Out at Neiman Marcus and launching the first blogger based event at Miami Swim Week Lounge called “Escape Miami”. Additionally, she cofounded Miami’s first fashion blogger networking event called “Fashion Bloggers Do It Better 1& 2” and to give back to her community, “Fashion for a Cause Campaign to raise funds for breast cancer. Plus, Google asked her to create the first ever Miami Fashion Blogger Page which has over 300K followers. On Camera: Always with her finger on the city’s pulse, Vazquez is often featured on several networks such as NBC, Fox, CBS producing fashion and lifestyle segments. as well as online for Nylon Magazine. At Mercedes Benz Swim Week, she served as ambassador and interviewed celebrities, designers, and guests. Aside from modeling in commercials, Vazquez also believes in the power of film. She produced the first ever fashion blogging documentary called Blogging Behind the Seams” to showcase how the industry works.  Teacher:  One thing Vazquez is passionate about is teaching others. She is often asked to lead fashion blogging and styling workshops at universities like Nova, University of Miami, and The Art Institute as well as for major corporations like Crystal Line Cruises and Soho House. Designer: “Lil Miss Miami” is her first jewelry line to pay homage to the city she grew up in. After a year of research, Vazquez decided to team up with a local jewelry maker and create her first ever capsule collection which has already been featured on the runway of Mercedes Benz Swim Week and was carried at over 9 boutiques in Miami and online. Today, she has her own wellness brand called AnnietheAlcemist.com which consists of positive tees, crystal kits, affirmations, and more.  Follow her on Instagram ? @TheFashionPoet @AnnieTheAlchemist  Karen Huggins is a Venezuelan fashion & travel influencer, stylist, designer and personal shopper based in Miami who spends as much time as possible on her greatest passion: traveling and exploring new things. What she loves most are the people she meets and the way every place expresses fashion. “It’s about getting out of your comfort zone and enjoy the great adventure that life is”. Karen was born in Venezuela, she studied International Foreign Affairs, and she has been living abroad since October 2007, taking a piece of every place in her heart: from Barcelona the beautiful multicultural philosophy, from Madrid the joy, from Argentina the passion, from Miami the sunshine state of mind and from Venezuela the Latin flavor. Karen has collaborated with many brands ranging from high street to high fashion, such as Fendi, Miu Miu, The Outnet by Net-A-Porter, Ann Taylor, Ritz Carlton, Victoria’s Secret, Eggie to name a few. Fashion is her passion and she loves to share her style, travel tips and insights around the world “fashion is for everyone and most importantly, style is all about being effortless chic”. Traveling around the world with her partners in crime David and Teddy (husband and a little mini toy poodle dog), Karen creates visual stories for fashion, beauty and travel inspiring multifaceted and cosmopolitan women with styles that take you from the office to happy hour to date night; sharing her passion for lifestyle and wanderlust with her followers around the world. Follow her on Instagram ? @karenhuggins_blog Erin Nicole is a local fashion blogger and the creator of Erin Nicole TV on YouTube. She started her channel in 2014 while working as the CHANEL Beauty Business Manager in Nashville, Tennessee. Previously, she worked in broadcasting as a local News Anchor in New Orleans, Louisiana which prompted her to pursue her passion for fashion and beauty. Three years ago, she moved to Miami and immediately fell in love with the unique culture and spirit of south Florida. Her blog and YouTube channel are dedicated to luxury

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