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The Issue, Traveler

Miami to Maine & Everything In-Between

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By Dawn Wilson When you have had enough of staying indoors because of the extreme heat and humidity of the summer, you may be ready to get outdoors into the fresh air of the autumn season. We can’t think of anything better than doing so while taking an exciting and informative road-trip across the country. Why not consider a road-trip from Miami to Maine? We know this is a long trip but we assure you that it will be well worth your time. In our efforts to inspire you to consider a Miami to Maine road-trip, we have come up with some of the must-see attractions along the way. FLORIDA Orlando Walt Disney World and Islands of Adventure/Universal Studios Two of the area’s premier theme parks with adventure rides, live entertainment, food and lots of souvenir shops. All three attract visitors of all ages. Daytona Daytona International Speedway A racetrack built in 1959 where NASCAR’s popular Daytona 500 race is held annually. Take a tour of the infamous speedway, from behind-the-scenes racecar inspections to delving into their large collection of “one-of-a-kind racing artifacts.” For more information, please visit www.daytonainternationalspeedway.com GEORGIA Atlanta World of Coca-Cola This museum educates its visitors about the history of the iconic soft drink through interactive presentations. See the different Coca-Cola memorabilia from around the world. Georgia Aquarium Once the largest public aquarium, it houses thousands of sea animals, representing approximately 500 species, living in 10 million gallons of water. SOUTH CAROLINA Columbia Riverbanks Zoo and Garden 170-acres of land that plays home to over 2,000 animals and lush theme gardens. Enjoy the area’s natural habitat and scenic views. NORTH CAROLINA Asheville Biltmore Estate Situated here is the largest privately owned house in America, the Biltmore House. Visitors can also enjoy the estate’s winery, shops and restaurants. For more information, please visit www.biltmore.com Linville Grandfather Mountain It is the highest peak in the Blue Ridge Mountain range in North Carolina. Hiking and picnicking is encouraged in order to appreciate the natural beauty of the region. For more information, please visit www.grandfather.com Linville Caverns Active limestone caverns open year round to visitors. Guided tours are offered, explaining the history of the caverns and subterranean area of the Blue Ridge Mountains. VIRGINIA Williamsburg Colonial Williamsburg A living history museum with 301-acres of historical buildings that date back to the eighteenth century. An interpretation of colonial times of America with restored buildings. Charlottesville Thomas Jefferson’s Monticello This was the home of Thomas Jefferson, the third president of the United States. Tour the 1769 mansion and learn about its history and explore its pristine gardens. Mount Vernon George Washington’s Mount Vernon Mount Vernon was the plantation home of our first president, George Washington. Its rich history has been preserved with various types of tours offered daily. WEST VIRGINIA Fayetteville New River Gorge Bridge This bridge is an arch bridge that is approximately 3,000 feet long and sits over the New River Gorge. Visitors can take stairs into the gorge or walk across the steel walkway underneath. MARYLAND Baltimore Museum of Dentistry One of the few museums in America dedicated to teaching visitors about dental history, oral health and dentistry. Visitors can see interesting dental artifacts and lively exhibitions. DELAWARE Wilmington The Grand Opera House A 1,208-seat performing arts theater, The Grand Opera House showcases local and national talent with its many theatrical productions, concerts and plays. Dover Air Mobility Command Museum Aircrafts no longer in production are housed here. With over 30 aircrafts on display visitors will see fi ghter planes, cargo haulers, bomber planes and helicopters. NEW JERSEY West Orange Thomas Edison National Historic Park The home of famed inventor, Thomas Edison, and his laboratory are located here. The park explains the history of both the laboratory and the homestead. Sussex High Point State Park Stunningly beautiful panoramic views of the lakes and mountains are seen at High Point State Park. Visitors enjoy boating, hiking, lake swimming and skiing. NEW YORK New York City Statue of Liberty The Statue of Liberty represents the symbol of freedom. Visitors come in remembrance of their ancestors’ journey to the United States. Battery Park A 25-acre, harbor facing public park. The Sphere and eternal flame memorial is just one of the many memorials and monuments worth seeing at Battery Park. Empire State Building Visit the observation deck of the 102-story, art deco skyscraper in Midtown Manhattan where there are 360-degree views of the city of New York. One World Observatory See amazing skyline views and surrounding waters of New York City from the 100th, 101st and 102nd fl oors of One World Trade Center where the Observatory is located. For more information, please visit oneworldobservatory.com CONNECTICUT New Haven Peabody Museum of Natural History at Yale University One of the oldest and largest natural history museums in the world, it offers both permanent and traveling exhibits. Interesting exhibits include fossils and dinosaur remains. RHODE ISLAND Newport Newport Cliff Walk A public access walkway along the coastline with beautiful ocean views, tunnels, smooth and rugged pathways. View massive gilded mansions along the way. MASSACHUSETTS Salem The House of the Seven Gables The oldest timber-framed mansion remaining in continental North America originally built in 1668. Discover how the mansion has changed over the centuries. For more information, please visit www.7gables.org Massachusetts Bay Whale Watch at Stellwagen Bank National Marine Sanctuary Charters take groups or individuals out for whale watching in the marine sanctuary. The marine offers helpful tips to help you get the most of your whale watching experience. For more information, please visit stellwagen.noaa.gov Martha’s Vineyard Martha’s Vineyard An island south of Cape Cod, it is a destination in popular demand by celebrities and the wealthy. Take a lovely ferry ride and enjoy the beautiful views the island has to offer. For more information, please visit www.mvol.com VERMONT Waterbury Ben & Jerry’s Ice Cream Factory Tour Learn how your favorite ice cream flavors are manufactured at the factory. Sample flavors not yet introduced to the public and create your own

Culinary, The Issue

Tea Time: Afternoon Tea in Miami

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AFTERNOON TEA IN MIAMI NEVER LOOKED AND TASTED SO SWEET By Gisel Habibnejad With the popularity of tea blossoming in Miami, it’s hard to ignore the celebrated tearooms housing this elegant past time. We drink it all year round, and while you can drink coffee no matter the season as well; we always find ourselves turning to tea for remedies, nightly calm-me-downs, and morning pick-me-ups. Europe isn’t the only place that can enjoy their tea times–Miami is catching up and we’re doing it with style. You can enjoy Parisian desserts and delights at Ladurée or indulge fully on the experience at The Tea Room in Cauley Square. Who said Miami can’t do teatime? Here are two teahouses that dispel the myth. Ladurée Photography by Camilo Rios While tea is usually associated with the English, the tradition has come a long way with other cultures, such as the French. The beginning of the crossover is closely linked to the Ladurée family. For all things Paris, Ladurée is the place to go. Not only can you experience an afternoon in Paris, you can indulge in popular French bites like macaroons, ice cream and sorbet, pastries, and tarts. The small café is decorated and built to look remarkably identical to an authentic Parisian café–from the décor all the way down to their tasty treats. Everywhere you turn, you’re completely immersed in their gold, pink, and teal color theme. Enjoy your delicious desserts while people watching outside the restaurant in their classic table and chair sets. Don’t forget to take your little piece of Paris home with you! You can also purchase gift boxes with your choice of macaroons. So many styles and sizes to choose from, you might even end up taking more than one with you. Ladurée is located at 1118 Lincoln Road, Miami, FL 33139 For more information about Ladurée, please visit www.laduree.com The Tea Room in Cauley Square Photography by Andrew Feher If you’re looking for a cozy place to gather up your girlfriends for an afternoon tea, look no further than The Tea Room Restaurant at Cauley Square. With various themes of tearooms to choose from, there’s no denying the coziness that this teahouse offers. While themes vary, the vintage feel cannot be denied. Whichever room you choose, one thing is certain: you will feel as though you stepped into an English tearoom in the heart of London. Aside from the ambiance, The Tea Room Restaurant boasts Smoked Nova Scotia Platter for breakfast and a Lobster Club sandwich with a side of fruit, just to name a few of your options. Of course, they serve all kinds of tea ranging from organic herbal to spiced tea and everything in-between. The full-service restaurant houses a tea court, an outdoor seating area to enhance the mode of relaxation. With this stunning view, maybe teatime can become the new happy hour! Opened by Martha Wade, this teahouse has been around since 1974, and even survived the horrific Hurricane Andrew in 1992. However, the history of Cauley Square dates back to 1880 when the village was first established by William Cauley and Mr. Flager. The building was built in 1945, and by the 1950s, the village had become a spot for antique dealers. As many visitors can see, the restaurant has kept its vintage façade in everything from the décor to dining ware. The restaurant hosts a daily afternoon tea get together by appointment only, so be sure to have your spot reserved ahead of time. The Tea Room Restaurant at Cauley Square is located at 12310 SW 224th Street, Miami, FL 33170 For more information on The Tea Room Restaurant at Cauley Square, please visit www.tearoommiami.com Click here to view this post in the September/October 2015 digital issue Click here to view our online issue

Beauty, MSM Online

Beauty Alert: New & Innovative Products Launch

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By Gisel Habibnejad Summer is almost over, but we do have one last thing to be happy about: new products from some of our favorite beauty brands! Thankfully, these products will help us get through the seasonal changes and have something to look forward to. So stash away your summer essentials and make room for these fabulous items. Thanks to Estée Lauder you can now look like a supermodel with their latest Pure Color Envy Matte Sculpting Lipstick collection. Estée Lauder spokesperson and supermodel Joan Smalls collaborated and handpicked these bold shades. Stay on-trend this season with this matte lipstick look! Finally, an error-proof liquid eyeliner that makes drawing that pesky winged shape easier and faster! Clinique’s Pretty Easy Liquid Eyelining Pen even guarantees 12 hours of long wear and smudge-proof resistance. You can choose to go soft with the brown, or edgy with the black. With the gel manicure craze on the rise, Deborah Lippmann’s Gel Lab Pro took it a step further by creating a healthy alternative to this popular trend. The 5-free formula also provides a faster method as it doesn’t require lamps, soaking, or wraps. Lastly, the removal process is effortless when you use the Stripper lavender nail polish remover.  You can’t create the right fall beauty look without proper eyeshadow! Eyeko’s Me and My Shadow does double the work in one stick. Glide this waterproof product on the lid to create the smokey, smoldering look or simply swipe it along your lower waterline. Both work wonders and provide a fast alternative for woman on-the-go! If you want your eyelashes to take center stage this season, look no further than the Roller Lash by Benefit Cosmetics. Get those lashes looking their best with this innovative curling and lifting formula. Not only this, it is sure to open your eyes by preventing clumping and dullness.

LIFESTYLE, MSM Online

Olyve Blooms as the Future of Flower Delivery

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By Justina Coronel The new and improved, interactive floral delivery service, Olyve, will officially bloom in September 2015. It is a truly unique gifting service that is dedicated to delivery­–blooming bouquets one at a time. Olyve’s service is based on connecting people with a tech-driven gift experience to ensure quality control. The brand’s signature 360 Experience intertwines these quality arrangements with tech-driven consumer engagement at every step from bouquet creation to delivery. It is bringing back the beauty of gift-giving through each and every stem. Through their methods of the Beauty, the Brains, and the Box, the sender can truly transcend these flowers into lifetime memories. The Beauty The sender can choose from an abundance of flowers to purchase for any type of personality. Then, these fully bloomed bouquets are thoughtfully arranged in the brand’s signature patterned vases. Also, these senders do not have to question how their creation came out. Olyve snaps a real-time photo of their exact arrangement upon completion and shares it via e-mail to ensure the shopper’s certainty. The Brains The Brains show how intuitive Olyve is with their customers. They constantly send status updates and photos throughout the process and a delivery confirmation upon completion. You can send a traditional note with the package or you can spice it up with a tech-savvy alternative with its signature “Olyve You” interactive video service. This allows gift-givers to upload a personal video message and will make the receiver feel as if you are right there! Now, ‘Olyve’ this idea! The Box Each Olyve arrangement is tucked away in a brilliant gift box that has featured artwork done by specially commissioned artists. Each bouquet is delivered by white glove service and is perfectly framed. This is the future of floral delivery and it has it all: the beauty, the brains, and the box. Bloom like these flowers and enjoy the exquisite experience of Olyve.

Culinary, MSM Online

Vinturi® Uncorks a New Style to Traditional Wine & Spirit Decanting

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By Justina Coronel Since 2007, Vinturi® has been transforming the wine and spirits accessories industry with its patented one-of-a-king design of the aerator. It aerates wine and spirits in the same amount of time it takes to pour a single glass and it provides a smoother finish with enhanced flavors as well. You can decant your wine in seconds instead of hours with the Vinturi® wine aerator. Decanting is a practice that is centuries old. The concept is to pour off the top layer of liquid leaving behind any residue or sediment and letting it sit for hours in order for it to gather all the aromas. But the invention of the Vinturi® aerator speeds up this process in order for you to uncork and un‘wine’. The Vinturi® aerator is alcohol safe, food grade, clear and injection moldable, and it is a uni-body mold. During the manufacturing process, it was discovered that if any measurement of any of the aerator’s are off by more than five one-thousandths of an inch then the product wouldn’t work. That being said, each and every Vinturi® created is individually tested to give you the best quality yet. The name Vinturi® is named after the scientific principle of the Venturi effect, in which a liquid speeds up as it flows from a wide area to a narrow one. During the Vinturi® wine aerator process the wine speeds up in the narrow section and it draws in the air like a vacuum. As the wine passes, you can actually hear it make a unique sound. It is the sound of the wine and air mixing, in which you can hear the air being pulled through the side air holes. The Vinturi® aerator truly enhances the wine by enriching the flavors, boosting the aromas, and giving the wine a velvety smooth finish. With a Vinturi® aerator, you can save some time and still enjoy your fine wine.

Business, Financial, MSM Online

Tips for Retirement Planning by Ken Mahoney Author of ‘Can I Retire?’

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From Ken Mahoney “Age is an issue of mind over matter. If you don’t mind, it doesn’t matter.” – Mark Twain There really is a new way to look at retirement.  When our parents’ generation retired, they retired for good. They may have retired at 62 and passed away at 66.  Today, we are living longer, healthier lives. Our parents and grandparents were also part of the manufacturing generation.  They had to work very hard and the body could only last for so many years.  Today, we have transitioned into a service economy where people can work much longer. It’s not uncommon to see people work in their 80’s and 90’s. Now enter ‘serial retirement’ — a name I came up with for those who have several retirements in their lifetime. The fact is, most retirees do not have a plan to go back to work, but after a year or so, some get itchy to do something. I have seen retirees call it quits at 60, then at 62 go back to help a son’s/daughter’s business for a few years, retire again, a year later get involved in a small business and repeat. I have had clients retire 3 or 4 times with this ‘serial retirement’. I am not suggesting you have to do this, just be aware that many people are doing this now.  However, their 2nd ‘act’ is something they love doing and happen to get paid for it. In my last book, Can I Retire?, I talked about how a lot of people are still really unsure about when they can retire and what they need to make it happen.  Most people spend a long time just being upset and worrying about the mere thought of retirement.  Some people even told me they’d wake up in a sweat wondering whether they’ll ever have enough money to support them through their retirement years. The only real answer to that question is a projection – working out your income in the future; looking at your assets and how you could draw income from those assets.   Saving for retirement is one of the most important tasks you will undertake in your adult life. This book aims to help you achieve this goal by showing you how you can effectively work with your assets and make the most of your years before and after retirement. While retirement used to be considered by many as the final stage of their lives, it’s actually just the beginning of a new stage of your life. This new stage in life should bring fulfillment. Maybe it’s time for you to travel to places that you’ve never before had the time or means to visit, or indulge in hobbies that were impossible to enjoy because of time restraints. (Please ask about our companion workbook that covers this topic in great detail). Maybe you’ll even think of it as an opportunity to spend longer hours with your family and friends. Most likely, though, it’s a combination of all of these things. What retirement should NOT be is a time for worrying about whether or not you can afford travelling to all those places you’ve always wanted to visit, enjoying that hobby you never had time for before, or worst of all, being unsure of whether or not you can afford to retire and live comfortably.  Whether we like to admit it or not, money is just as important during retirement as it is during your working life—maybe even more so actually, since you will no longer have a regular stream of income coming in from your job. I’m not saying that your income is supposed to stop. On the contrary, by the time you finish reading this book you should have a clear-cut plan as to what you want to do with your life after retirement, including a plan to have various sources of income so that you can enjoy this stage of your life. By planning ahead, you can ensure that you are financially able to have the lifestyle you want. By considering your goals and your potential financial resources, you’ll be giving yourself the best possible chance of succeeding. If you are one of the 76 million baby boomers that have recently retired, or soon will, the odds are good that your prime earning years are already behind you, or will be soon. So now it’s time to focus your financial planning on the distribution years.   The best thing about having a well-thought out plan for your future is that it gives you the luxury of enjoying today and feeling secure that your retirement years are being provided for. It’s about being able to strike a balance between living for today and preparing for tomorrow. “The willingness and ability to live fully in the now eludes many people. While eating your appetizer, don’t be concerned with dessert.” – Dr. Wayne Dyer A recent study shows that people spend more time planning their own one-week vacation than they do planning for their retirement. Isn’t that crazy? It’s true!  People spend more time planning vacations, getting on the Internet, browsing sites like Tripadvisor.com, speaking to/Facebooking their friends, really planning out a nice itinerary, places they want to see, restaurants they want to go to, sites they want to visit.  Yet, they don’t have the same enthusiasm when it comes to planning for retirement. Why? After all, what is retirement if not a very long vacation?  I think planning for your vacation is definitely a smart thing to do, having your days planned out and leaving some time out for spontaneity when it comes to a vacation. I haven’t met anyone who doesn’t enjoy planning his or her vacations; it’s a fun activity.   Yet when it comes to retirement planning, people get the heebie jeebies.  They don’t want to sit down and plan it, or even think about it, because they are scared.  Why not focus that same enthusiasm, that same excitement of planning a vacation on their retirement planning? I always tell people to start off with your destination.

Culinary, MSM Online

St. Regis Bal Harbour Hosts Pairings of Sushi & Wine That Are Perfectly Combined

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By Justina Coronel Who would’ve thought that sushi and wine could perfectly combine? Every Friday from 7 p.m.-12 a.m., The St. Regis Bal Harbour is inviting guests to celebrate endless summer fun with a chic Rosé Soiree at the Bar & Terrace. In this upbeat and vibrant atmosphere, guests will able to indulge in signature sushi selections that are perfectly paired with Rosé Champagnes and Wines. The menu changes weekly so you can enjoy a different type of pairing every single time. The St. Regis Bar is the only live music venue in Bal Harbour, so expect to hear some tunes. The bar will present a twist on contemporary Bossa Nova music and sound with a live saxophonist. Make sure to enjoy a night of elegance with a refreshing glass of rosé with its wonderful sushi counterpart. It will feel as if it were made solely for your heart.

Fashion, MSM Online

ALDO: Inspiration Is Everywhere

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By Alyse Mier “Beauty is in the eye of the beholder,” an old and wise saying that has served true for many years. Fortunately we live in a place that is rich with beauty and inspiration is everywhere. Inspiration even helps us form our personal style. The creative minds at ALDO have taken note of this and used this concept as a launching pad. For ALDO’s Fall/Winter campaign, it formed a group of diverse personalities that represented a wide range of tastes, experiences and lifestyles. The result was ‘Inspiration Is Everywhere,’ a campaign that showcases different people, such as TV personality and model Irene Kim and DJ Will Power, and how their inspirations reflect directly in their personal style. In order to accurately portray ALDO’s vision the campaign is presented as a diptych. Two photos are put side by side and they are meant to play off each other both visually and conceptually. On one side is a portrait taken by Matteo Montanari. The portrait is meant to showcase the individual and their personal style. On the other side is a still life photographed by Bela Borsodi. The still life is an abstract that brings the individual’s inspiration to life. Each portrait and accompanying still life is as distinct as the person they represent. Together both images work in unison to tell a story of what inspires that individual. “Inspiration Is Everywhere is an evolution of the work we’ve been doing over the past few seasons. ALDO is a facilitator, a co-conspirator, empowering our customers to express themselves and to wear their inspiration proudly,” said Douglas Bensadoun, Chief Creative Officer for ALDO.

Culinary, Events, MSM Online, Sponsored

The Wonderful World of Cakes

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Photography by Ryan Brenizer If you love cake, you’re in for a treat at The Americas Cake and Sugarcraft Fair. Hosted by Satin Ice, a collection of premium fondant products by Satin Fine Foods, the fair offers all things sugar, sweet, and some of the most spectacular and creative cake artistry in the world. The three-day festival is equipped with tons of fun and activities suited to satisfy your sweet tooth and a stacked lineup of celebrity guests: Buddy Valastro, TV’s favorite cake decorator; Mich Turner, cake artist to the stars like David Beckham, Madonna, and the Queen of England; Roland Mesnier, former executive pastry chef to the White House; and Ron Ben-Israel, renowned for his $10,000 cakes, who will speak on “How to Cater to High-End Clients.” Friday night’s festivities include Cake Central’s Sugar Arts Fashion Show and Cocktail Party featuring haute chocolate couture and mouth-watering edible ensembles. Cake designers from all over the world–ranging from a biomedical engineer turned cake artist to high-profile CEOs–come together to give you a show of a lifetime. It’s no secret that wedding cakes have taken center stage at most modern-day wedding receptions. The Wedding Zone, located at the center of the show floor, will showcase outrageous wedding cakes that look like they have been pulled straight from an extravagant wedding cake TV series. While the entire fair is kid-friendly, these tiny pastry chefs in-the-making will enjoy special ‘treat’ment at the Kids Zone. They will engage in activities such as cupcake decorating and fondant designing. Calling all chocolate lovers–the chocolatier in you is sure to be awakened by the Chocolate Zone offered at the fair. Learn how to best temper and sculpt chocolate for your tasteful needs. Talk about delectable art! The Sugar Arts Zone will consist of anything you need to know about fondant and gum paste methods. Possibly the most interactive and charming segments of the show are the 36 hands-on classes taught by top cake decorating instructors. Defy gravity with the Oriental Stringwork class taught by Toba Garrett. Instructed by Lisa Mansour, create the classic designer Chanel bag as a girly cake topper. You can also tap into your royal side with the Fit for a King – Making Spectacular Crowns, led by Susan Trianos. Be sure to reserve your spot online fast, as they are filling up quickly! If you’re looking for a full-on demonstration of cake artistry, this fair really thought about everything. Lively demonstrations are only $20 for an hour. Talk about a bargain! Probably one of the most notable events of this fair is the Live Global Cake Challenge. Cake artists from around the world will compete to win the grand prize of $10,000 and you could be there to witness history in the making. For this year’s theme, “Homeland,” each team will be required to create a cake representing their home country. Even more spectacular, you won’t see any cake measuring less than 36 inches in height–now that’s majestic cakes at its finest! You will also see designed cakes everywhere you turn as there will be another cake competition hosted, where cake artists will showcase their designs in hopes of being awarded at least $5,000 in prizes. Want a chance to exhibit your own cake designs? Exhibitors will be given the opportunity to display their own products, and in turn will reach millions of professionals in the field. You can download your application on the website to reserve your spot. The weekend-long fair will be taking place September 18-20, 2015 at the Orange County Convention Center & Hyatt Regency Hotel in Orlando, Florida. With all the over-the-top festivities throughout The Americas Cake and Sugarcraft Fair, it’s safe to say that 3-hour car ride from Miami is well worth it! For more information and to purchase tickets, please visit www.cakefair.com

Fashion, Fashion 101, MSM Online

Summer Style Trends for Men

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By Alyse Mier Photographed by Christian Alexander, www.christianalexanderphoto.com Hair Styled by Evelyn Montes, www.evelynmontes.com Wardrobe Styled by Josh Vazquez, www.instagram.com/josh.styles Models: Daniel Jarret & Jonathan White, Front Management It’s safe to say that every guy has stumbled upon a fashion crisis at least once in his life. They begin to take interest in dressing better and want to keep up with trends. He learns how to layer and dares to even buy that chunky knit cardigan. That is until summer completely throws him off his game. Dressing for this Miami weather can be quite difficult. So men now face the question, “what can I wear to stay comfortable and cool when it seems like the only pieces I can wear are t-shirts, swim trunks and shoes?” The answer is in the following summer trend guide. The following trends can be mixed and matched in endless combinations and most importantly it promises to keep you cool in this summer weather and not throw you off your style game. Bright Colors and Patterns We know it seems daring and almost crazy to consider mixing a pattern with a colored pant, or even mixing two bright colors. However, you live in a city where bright colors and palm patterns are highly embraced. So we say take advantage. Stay classic and combine a white polo with a pair of color blocked swim trunks. Or try to be a little more daring and mix a palm printed button down with olive joggers. Whatever you choose do not be afraid of a little change and buy a color or print you would not normally wear. Classic Sunglasses Fun fact: just like your skin can get sunburned, your eyes can get sunburned and discolored too. Because we live in the sunshine state it is essential to have a good pair of sunglasses to shade you on the brightest of days. Although we are fans of the new brightly colored mirrored lenses, we highly believe in versatility and functionality. A trusted pair or classic aviators or wayfarers are sure to give you more use and perfectly compliment any outfit. A Non-traditional Blazer Often times we associate blazers with office wear and believe they can make someone look stiff. However, blazers have come a long way since, gracing almost every runway and coming in a variety of colors and cuts. One thing that has remained true about the blazer is the clean and polished look it continues to give any outfit. For the summer months a light weight linen blend, light denim or colored blazer is a must. The blazer will keep you shielded from the sun and transition almost any look from day to night instantly. Chinos If you plan on buying only one item from this list make it a pair of chinos. So many men are still stuck wearing baggy cargo shorts or jeans. A solid pair of flat front chino pants or shorts will give you a clean look and will be more comfortable to wear than oversized shorts. Try on multiple sizes, brands, cuts and fits until you find the right one. You do not want these to fit too tight. Once you find the perfect pair buy one in every color. Chinos are a staple that will take you through almost every season. Boat Shoes and Classic Oxfords A well fitting sneaker is good to have; it is functional and comfortable. However, it is not your only option. Boat shoes and oxfords have become two of the most important pieces in summer footwear. They can be worn in both casual settings and formal settings. The best part of these shoes is that after walking around in them for two weeks they mold to your foot and become insanely comfortable. Although this trend is very New England and preppy don’t be afraid to give it a try. You just might surprise yourself with how functional this trend is.

Events, LIFESTYLE, MSM Online

The Weekend Guide: 8/14-8/16

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By Alyse Mier Here at MSM we know just how important it is to let go after a tiresome and what sometimes seems to be never ending workweek. And because we don’t want you to do any more work than you’ve already done this week, we’ve created a comprehensive guide to this weekend’s happenings just for you. So mark your calendars and start making plans. Summer Lovin’ Happy Hour! Nothing sets the tone for your weekend quite like a good happy hour. Start your weekend off at Blackbird Ordinary and unwind. Enjoy great company, sip on some cocktails and dance to tunes played by local DJs. Ladies drink free from 6-7pm. And don’t forget to order some delicious foods prepared by Chef Robert. When: Friday, August 14th Where: Blackbird Ordinary – 729 SW 1st Ave Miami, FL Time: 6:00pm Additional Information: This event is free and open to the public. All those in attendance must be 21 and over. Cirque Du Soleil: Varekai Enjoy a night on the town by witnessing a dazzling production put together by the incredibly talented performers at Cirque Du Soleil. Varekai is the story of a young man who is parachuted into the shadows of a magical forest. Marveled by this new world, populated by fantastical creatures, this young man sets off on an adventure both absurd and extraordinary. In this place of endless possibilities begins a journey to life rediscovered. When: Friday, August 14th Where: BB&T Center – 1 Panther Pkwy Sunrise, FL Time: 7:30pm Tickets: Can be purchased through www.ticketmaster.com Price: $45-$150 Wynwood Brewing Company Second Anniversary Block Party Make your way down to Wynwood this Saturday and help Wynwood Brewing Company celebrate two immensely successful years of producing craft beer. The brewery will once again take over the streets of Wynwood with a second anniversary block party. This year’s block party is just in time to promote the bottling of two of its most popular beers, La Rubia and Pop’s Porter. The celebration will be full of food, music, live art, pop up photo booths and of course beer! When: Saturday, August 15th Where: Wynwood Brewing Company – 565 NW 24th St Miami, FL Time: The block party begins at 12 noon and goes on until 11pm Additional Information: Admission is free Sunday Social Rooftop Pool Party Celebrate some of the last few weeks of summer with a pool party. The Congress Hotel will be hosting its monthly rooftop pool party this Sunday and things are bound to get pretty wild. Feel free to lounge poolside or showcase your inner Olympic swimmer at the hotel pool and find yourself dancing to the beats of Jeremy Ismael, Donnie Lowe, Dan Carraway, Xpans, John Viera and Brock Lambert until the sun sets. When: Sunday August 16th Where: Congress Hotel-1052 Ocean Drive Miami Beach, FL Time: The pool party begins at 12 noon and continues until 9pm Additional Information: This event is free and open to the public. All those in attendance must be 21 and over.

Fashion, MSM Online

Some of Fashion’s Leading Ladies Serve Up Fashion for Breakfast

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By Alyse Mier Join some of the most notable names in fashion in this week’s installment of Fashion for Breakfast. Marina Larroudé, Fashion and Accessories Director at Teen Vogue, and Theresa Ebagua, founder and designer of renowned shoe wear brand Chelsea Paris, will be at Soho Beach House August 13th discussing style trends and inspirations in a conversation moderated by Jason Salstein, head buyer for Capretto Shoes of South Miami. Then follow these stylish ladies from the luxurious Soho Beach House to Capretto Shoes, where a Chelsea Paris trunk show will be held on August 14th. The trunk show will give guests a sneak peak in Ebagua’s vision for her latest and exclusive Pre Fall collection. Ebagua will live sketch some designs and sign any pair of shoes bought on this day. Chelsea Paris designs have been sold exclusively at Barneys New York. That is until the brand makes its debut in Capretto Shoes. This latest installment of Fashion for Breakfast promises to leave you feeling re-inspired and ready to embrace the latest style trends.

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