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Answers by Bobbi

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After hitting counters with her new Intensive Skin Serum Foundation SPF 40 just this month, the forecast continues to call for sunshine and grand waves. Isn’t it obvious why we wanted the real beauty queen to grace the cover of our Summer Issue? A grand wife and mother of three at the helm of Bobbi…

Now Residing in Miami

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Vacheron Constantin recently celebrated the opening of its Miami Design District new boutique with an exclusive preview of a limited-edition timepiece and a series of private events at the prestigious Pérez Art Museum Miami. Vincent Brun, president of Vacheron Constantin North America, says,” Miami’s Design District is centered in Miami’s historic and thriving arts community.…

Raul Peñaranda: He’s Showing the World Who He Is

Declared by Forbes as “one of the fastest growing fashion entrepreneurs,” Raul Peñaranda is making his mark in the premier fashion arena season after season. Peñaranda’s collection is replete with lavish fabrics and simple cuts, which are the hallmark of the Peñaranda brand. His designs range from edgy to elegant, espouse a refined sophistication, and…

Staying Well-Dressed Through Life’s Tests

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Eight years ago, Terry Howell left an abusive relationship with her eight-month-old daughter in tow. She didn’t just leave her relationship—she left behind her home, her belongings, her job, and her friends. At first, Howell and her daughter sought refuge at a homeless shelter while she rebuilt her life. With years of experience in the legal…

Just Haves Has Our Attention

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Multimedia lifestyle expert Justine Santaniello shares her tips and top product suggestions—otherwise known as her ‘Just Haves’—regularly on The Wendy Williams Show, Good Day New York, CBS’s The Couch, Yahoo!, New York Live, FOX Business, PIX Morning News, BetterTV, and more. As the founder and creative director of JustHaves.com, Santaniello with her vast experience as segment…

Embracing Irinés Vázquez and her Emigre

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What began as a childhood fascination for Irinés Vázquez is now her reality. After earning her degree in marketing from the University of Puerto Rico, she devoted herself to her passion resulting with international awards and vast recognition. Since her launch of Emigre, Vázquez has traveled the world in search of inspiration to keep her…

The Shoe Fits with Edmundo Castillo

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Edmundo Castillo, a true master craftsman and industry visionary, began his career by working with industry icon Donna Karan for nine years before moving on to work with Ralph Lauren. Having built his career on his lifelong passion and talent for shoe design, the CFDA award-winning designer continues to produce collections that offer technical perfection…

Fashions by Hamdan: Always One Step Ahead

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After years designing for private clients in Miami and New York, Alex Hamdan launched her line in 2008. Her signature style of confident, sexy femininity is evident in all her designs. With a fashion degree from the International University of Arts and a degree in business administration and marketing from Florida international university Hamdan, Dominican…

Christy Nockels: Interview Turned Keynote Address

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In the days of social media where our messages are constricted to a specific number of characters, our cover story goes against all of these modern-day rules of engagement. We invite you to stop your schedule and allow for this read to be the interruption for the next hour. Cancel all alarms, wait for the…