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“Jet Set Manicure” for the Woman on-the-go by Michael Kors

By Gisel Habibnejad On Friday, December 26th, Michael Kors Beauty and Fragrance at Macy’s in Aventura Mall celebrated the launch of its “Jet Set Manicure” by offering a complimentary polish change to fashionistas and beauty lovers. The collection includes 18 shades, including the 2 colors featured in our last issue (November/December) – Seduction and Impulse. Each one of these shades, whether you prefer a shimmery finish or a matte hue, will be the perfect complement to your New Years Eve outfit.

Culinary, MSM Online

The Third Annual BrewFest hosted by FIU’s Chaplin School of Hospitality and Tourism Management

FIU’s Chaplin School of Hospitality and Tourism Management recently hosted their third annual South Florida BrewFest. With more than 400 attendees, the one-day festival consisted of more than 30 of Florida’s best breweries and proudly demonstrated the growing cultural impact craft beers is currently having on South Florida’s social scene. Along with the special events surrounding beer tasting, event goers were able to experience and take a tour of the university’s new brewing science lab.     Among the many events that took place within the festival were: Beer Tasting 101 with Barry Gump, Ph.D. (Professor, Eminent Scholar, FIU Chaplin School of Hospitality and Tourism Management), Beer and Food Paring with Luis Brignoni (Founder of Wynwood Brewing Company) and Juan Carlos Lopategui (Corporate Chef at Casavana), and Intro to Beer Brewing with Dustin Jeffer (Co-Founder/Head Brewer of Saltwater Brewery).     Former students of the school were also hands-on during the festival. David Rodriguez (Wynwood Brewing Company) and Jake Lindsay (Daddy Brews) served their signature beers while sharing their knowledge on the flavors and general craft beer information. We can’t wait to see what’s in-store for next year’s Brewfest!  

Culinary, Culture, MSM Online

La Nuit en Rosé Presents The World’s First Rosé Wine Festival

By Gisel Habibnejad The first festival dedicated to rosé wines and champagnes is making its way to Miami in January! The three day festival will include more than 85 rosé wine labels from 60 wineries in 10 countries. “After the success of the first edition, I am thrilled to expand to two new hot rosé markets, Miami and Los Angeles,” says Pierrick Bouquet, president of ABLE and co-creator of La Nuit en Rosé. “We’ll also bring the experience a step further by involving renowned chefs to create tantalizing dishes to pair with roséwines.” Previous events included luxurious yacht experiences fitted for the style of the event. In addition to the expanded experience, La Nuit en Rosé will offer a VIP Rosé Wine Pairing Dinner overlooking the ocean which will take place at Jean-Georges’ Matador Room on La Vista Terrace presented by Wine Enthusiast Media.                   The event will also include an array of entertainment for your taste buds. With this, 40 wine booths with a representative discussing each wine as you enjoy the essence of wine tasting. A pink cocktail bar with indoor and outdoor areas suited for mingling and dancing, and more entertainment activities along with a photo booth. Wine lovers will rejoice to find an international lineup of wineries. These include but are not limited to: Château d’Esclans (Provence, France), Val  d’Orbieu  Americas (South of France), Wines of Navarra (Spain), Mulderbosch (South Africa), and Miguel Torres (Chile). Bring your friends, family, or your significant other – there is no better way to celebrate your life than with the epitome of all that is pink chic.                             To purchase tickets at $75 instead of $125, be sure to use our holiday discount code (available until the end of the year): MiamiShoot VIP Rosé Wine Pairing Dinner Friday, January 30, 2015, 8PM-11PM Only 150 seats available, $350 Saturday Events January 31, 2015 Afternoon, 1PM-4PM – Advance Purchase $95*; General Admission $125 Evening, 8PM-11PM – Advance Purchase $95*; General Admission $125 Sunday Events February 1, 2015 Afternoon, 1PM-4PM – Advance Purchase $95*; General Admission $125 Evening, 8PM-11PM – Advance Purchase $95*; General Admission $125 *Advance Purchase Pricing expires December 14, 2014, at midnight The La Nuit en Rosé Miami will take place at Forum at The Miami Beach EDITION For tickets and more information, please visit http://nuitrose.com/

LIFESTYLE, MSM Online, Traveler

Experience Las Vegas Like Never Before with JetBlue

By Angela Betancourt Photography by Ian Ibbetson On October 28th 2014, JetBlue celebrated the route launch of their latest nonstop destinations from Ft. Lauderdale/Hollywood International Airport – Jacksonville (JAX), Las Vegas (LAS), Pittsburgh (PIT) and Cartagena, Colombia (CTG). The event took place at the Porter Riverview Ballroom at the Broward Center for the Performing Arts and featured a variety of hors d’oeuvres, refreshments, and themed cocktails.     Guests were able to get a taste of what each destination has to offer, take pictures with the model in a JetBlue carnival style costume, and collect a variety of fun treats that included flashing Las Vegas pins and a photography book about visiting Columbia. Four lucky guests also won a JetBlue Getaway package to their new “BlueCities.” On departure, each guest received a JetBlue goodie bag with a pair of sunglasses, a small towel, and four artwork prints by artist John Morisson. In celebration of JetBlue’s new direct flight to Las Vegas from Fort Lauderdale, MSM is featuring Las Vegas in the upcoming January/February issue segment of MSM Traveler.

Events, Health & Fitness, MSM Online

Serena Williams Ultimate RUN South Beach

Photography by Augustus Laurencin To kick-off the event, The Ultimate Evening with Serena Williams which took place on Friday, December 12th, served as a fabulous opener for what this event is all about – helping those in need. This event included attendees who placed bids on exclusive live and silent auction items benefitting The Serena Williams Fund. The fund “provides assistance to families affected by violent crimes and provides underprivileged youth around the world with the highest quality of education available to them.”     The first annual Serena Williams Ultimate RUN South Beach was held this past Sunday, December 14th on Ocean Drive. More than two thousand runners participated of all ages and abilities to support the Serena Williams Fund. Registrants received a premium Nike tech gender-specific Serena Williams Ultimate Run t-shirt and a custom finisher medal with chip-timed result as a prize for participating. Also in attendance for the run, Venus Williams, joined her sister in post-race celebrations which included singing karaoke jams for their audience. “Today’s run was so enjoyable and the spirit of everyone who came out was so passionate which helped me to build the energy I needed for my first quarter marathon. I’ve never ran that far before, so I had to pace myself, but I was pleased with my finish time. I’d like to thank all the sponsors and everyone who participated in the run to help raise money for underprivileged youth around the world,” said Serena.  

Arts, Fashion, MSM Online

Champagne Ruinart at Cavalli Miami

By Katie Jackson On Friday evening, Champagne Ruinart gave a special presentation of a new limited edition bottle at Cavalli Restaurant and Lounge during Art Basel. Miami VIP’s sipped on champagne and cocktails while lounging in the ultra-chic upper level. Artistic displays of the Ruinart bottles combined with Cavalli’s sophisticated luxe-lounge truly embodied the ultimate night out on the Beach.    

Arts, Culture, MSM Online

A Warm Wave of New York’s Contemporary Abstract Expression— The Artist Zuz Delights Miami Beach Art Basel VIP’s

The room stood with anticipation as NYC artist Zuz (aka The Artist Zuz) unveiled her latest work Silk and Paper. The reveal took place at a special reception during Art Basel in Miami Beach at a celebration of her show made possible by Sriracha House. Part of the night’s excitement was the exclusive preview of Zuz’s silk sculptures – an unusual combination of painted textile, which the artist molds onto a wire mesh, forcing permanence on what is typically an esoteric styling of fabric. The result was a sensual display of undulating drapery topped with the signature painted line work for which The Artist Zuz is known. (Her work can be seen online at www.IamZuz.com).     Guests also had the chance to take home one of two sketches, which the artist created specifically for the evening’s affair. “I work intuitively in a style similar to action painting but I focus on resolving complexities in a way that is positive and exciting,” said Zuz at the reception. “That’s what I wish to pass on through the work and it was a pleasure to extend that vibe by giving something back to those who came to support my work.” Her colorful collection of sculptures and drawings is pleasantly positive in tone, a direct reflection of The Artist Zuz’s vibrant energy.     In keeping with the playful spirit of the night’s event, each winner was announced over a guest-given drum roll before they ran up to the front to claim their original works. The rest of the attendees happily snacked on Asian-fusion cuisine provided by the newly opened Sriracha House and basked in the afterglow of contemporary expression, as translated by The Artist Zuz. A successful evening for everyone involved and possibly even a sign of an emerging movement within the contemporary art scene.    

Arts, Fashion, MSM Online

AG Jeans “Art of Jeans” Art Basel-Inspired Event

By Katie Jackson Last Thursday evening, AG Jeans hosted their Art Basel-inspired event “Art of Jeans” at their Aventura Mall location. The luxury jean brand displayed uniquely eye-catching denim-inspired pieces alongside other paintings by local Miami artists. Attendees sipped on complimentary cocktails and noshed on adorable bite-sized “AG” inspired cupcakes and cake pops while DJ Bre provided live beats. Giveaways by LUSH were the perfect addition as attendees perused the eclectic artwork. The pieces were then auctioned off in-store with proceeds given to local art-related charities. With artistic luxury denim, LUSH, and philanthropy, it was Art Basel done perfectly.

Arts, Culture, MSM Online

Zebra Love by Blake Emory

Abstract artist, Blake Emory, used his signature style to debut his Zebra Love collection in this year’s Art Basel Miami. His artwork was showcased in Optic Modernism at this year’s Spectrum Miami. The pieces represent Emory’s discovery of what he refers to as “nature’s grand design” through a combination of fashion and “divine geometry” inspired by the animal kingdom. If you look closely, you can see the silhouette of a female model. Not only is Emory invested in his artwork, but he has also teamed up with Michael Alden, CEO and President of Blue Vase Marketing, to release a limited edition premium vodka in March 2015. The vodka is modeled after his Zebra Love collection is to be named “Emory Vodka.”    

Beauty, MSM Online

Nordstrom Spring Beauty Trend Show

Nordstrom Spring Beauty Trend Show By Gisel Habibnejad If you’re a beauty lover and runway show enthusiast, you won’t want to miss the Nordstrom Beauty Trend Show. The event will showcase top beauty brands and will demonstrate the spring beauty forecast of 2015 to keep you on trend before spring blooms into season. Such makeup trends to be covered include hot trends, like the nude lip, made popular by celebrities, such as Kylie Jenner. With the spring season, bronzer powder makes it way back into the beauty regimen of all fashionistas. The latest trend anticipated to resurface is the bright lip, usually pink or coral, achieved by applying the perfect shades of lip gloss. In addition to the fabulous show and beauty tips, guests will receive complimentary makeup, skincare, and fragrance consultations with an exclusive Nordstrom tote bag just for attending. See you there! Where: Nordstrom Merrick Park When: Saturday, December 13th, 2014 Time: 8am-7pm Tickets: $20  RSVP: https://secure.nordstrom.com/Rsvp.aspx?storenum=763&eventid=57060

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Cyber Monday

Did you enjoy waiting in long lines on Black Friday? Cyber Monday saves you from waiting in line and undergoing long searches through piles of clothes. We have all the best deals and websites covered for Cyber Monday below! Nordstrom – Up to 40% off  www.shop.nordstrom.com Neiman Marcus – Spend $200, get $50 gift card; Spend $500, get $125 gift card; Spend $1,000, get $250 gift card; Spend $2,000, get $500 gift card  www.neimanmarcus.com Macy’s – Extra 15% off and free shipping at $50  www.macys.com Sunglass Hut – Select sale items 50% off  www.sunglasshut.com Express – Additional 60% off women’s clearance and sweaters starting at $24  www.express.com Victoria’s Secret – Free shipping for $50 and $20 off $125  www.victoriassecret.com Target – Clothes: buy one get one 50% off. Home: up to 40% off  www.target.com Barney’s – Up to 40% off  www.barneys.com H&M – 30% off purchases and free shipping  www.hm.com/us/ Best Buy – Tablets starting at $49.99 & free shipping on $35 and up  www.bestbuy.com Too Faced – $10 off $60; $15 off $75;  $30 off $100  www.toofaced.com Happy Cyber Monday shopping!

Culinary, The Issue

An Unforgettable Soirée with Bon Marché

By Gisel Habibnejad Bon Marché brings the perfect Parisian feel to your home with their wine selection. The Sauvignon Blanc blends Californian wine with a French accent, creating the superb ambiance for a welcoming home. The flavor combines aromas of lemon lime, green grass, and honeydew melon outlined in bright lime and nectarine essences. The newest addition to the wine family, the Red Blend, is also curated through French and American cuvée. The wine comprises toasty oak, spice, black cherry, plum, and vanilla flavors. The unique and appealing composition mixes Zinfandel, Syrah, Merlot, and Malbec. Both wines are aged to perfection to savor on a chilly, winter night – absolutely suited for entertaining guests.

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