Nocturno Miami / March 2015 by Pedro Lazaro

NOCTURNO MIAMI

A NOTE FROM OUR PUBLISHER

he best way to start this editorial message is by giving thanks! Thanks to the city for taking our first Nocturno Miami issue in with so much acceptance and support. Our launch in the SLS hotel in early December was a total success, more than 600 people attended including an exclusive group of art industry personalities, fashion experts, entrepreneurs, and entertainment world personas. All the people who cross our path and are featured on our pages are very important to our Nocturno and Nocturnoworld staff, it’s because of their support that this project is a reality and we take pleasure in developing it with much passion. Our commitment to our readers grows with each new issue and this second issue is even stronger than the last. The market demands top quality content across a variety of platforms and that’s why we’ve started to develop multimedia strategies and aimed our focus on networking events within the luxury, fashion, art, real estate and philanthropy markets. For us, the soul of a publication dedicated to covering luxury lifestyles must be a philanthropic one. Support of charities and non-profit organizations will be explored in each issue, in this particular one we profiled The Marlins Foundation. The Marlins Foundation has made a commitment to positively impact local communities but far beyond that has organized trips to visit Armed Forces troops overseas extending their service to include American soldiers.

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They’ve also given their support towards the development of Nocturno’s very own philanthropic initiative, the CHILDREN • LOVE • FUTURE foundation. The CLF foundation’s main objective is to help communities of extreme poverty in Colombia through the development of art, music and sports. portada 2.indd 1

GIVING, ONENESS, DESTINY Sincerely, Wilson Pacateque Publisher

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DIANA CHAMORRO

WIlson Pacateque

Sean Zahniser

ISABEL ESTRADA

Oscar Reyes

THE PARTNERS SEAN ZAHNISER - CEO and co publisher

As we move forward into our second edition, I feel more integrated into the local Miami community. I feel excited about developing content that is relevant, in both, the local, national and international level. Being able to share our hard work and industry insight with our readers is a pleasure.

Oscar Reyes - President

Isabel Estrada

Wilson Pacateque - Publisher

Working at Nocturno Magazine is very gratifying. I’ve witnessed how we’ve integrated ourselves into the social and cultural fabric of the city. We’ve found unique ways to show the world what Miami is all about. We’ve felt accepted by our clients and readers on a grand scale. It makes us feel most pleased because after all our readers are the defining essence of our publication. We believe that Nocturno is filling a void in Miami.

Diana Chamorro - Vice-President

Being part of Nocturno is a unique experience. I feel fortunate to be part of a team that is fueled by passion. Now, our challenge is to provide our clients with the best commercial media platform. Our goal is to build a network with a creative, unique and daring approach within the Miami market and in the near future, the rest of the nation. I’d like to thank our sponsors and clients, who have put their trust in the Nocturno team. I’d also like to extend a special thanks to my friend and partner Wilson Pacateque for including me in his dream and vision and Sean Zahnaiser for helping to make it happen. Big vision, small steps.

Nocturno Miami Magazine wants to thank everyone who made the first edition a big success. Our magazine showcases all the hard work and joint efforts of a team of industry professionals, who will continue striving to bring you the best in editorial content and luxury brands. You can expect many more amazing editions to follow!

With every passing day I feel more proud to be a part of Nocturno Magazine. My days are full of novelty, new goals to reach for and a sense of accomplishment when I do. It’s a true testament of the power of teamwork and the support of our readers and advertisers, which have been the key to our success in bringing you top quality content.

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n a whirlwind of activity and unexpected events I find myself convinced that in more ways than one Miami is like Paris, New York, London or Tokyo. Miami is always evolving, always creating, always promising that the best way to advance toward a desired horizon is to keep moving forward. After a successful launch, Nocturno Miami holds on to its commitment to produce a unique publication that’s infused with all the optimism and excitement the Magic City offers. This issue includes attention-grabbing photographic editorials displaying Sandro Miller, Sacha Goldberger’s amazing work and a London exhibit on our favorite “gamine” Audrey Hepburn. We also featured the peculiar trend of high end doll collecting and cast a spotlight on JMendel runway in New York and The Victoria Secret Fashion Show. You will also get a sneak peak of the latest events, launches and parties that only Miami can offer, there’s never a dull moment… It’s February, and Fashion Week in New York, London and Milan will offer the Fall Winter 2016 season preview. The Metropolitan Museum of Art’s Costume Institute will celebrate its highly anticipated Gala, this year’s theme focuses on China and the influence this exotic land has had on haute couture. The media and a full roster of who’s who in Hollywood are sure to take part in what many have already assumed is going to be the best gala ever. It’s also the month many will celebrate love, being loved, being in love and in which many others will look for love, enjoy this issue of Nocturno and remember to never stop LOVING!

Best Regards. Pedro Lazaro Editor-at large Photo by Josh Anton.

CONTENT EDITORIALS 8. A note from our Publisher 10. The partners 16. Sandro Miller: Homage to Photographic Masters 24. Anita Funtek 26. Modern Garden 38. Sacha Goldberger 42. Audrey Hepburn 44. Fusion of Art and Design 46. CHINA: Through The Looking Glass 58. Celebrity, Art And Dolls 66. CHILDREN-LOVE-FUTURE Foundation 68. MARLINS Foundation 70. Alain Perez: Jack-Of-All-Trades 80. Socialite Daniela Blue 82. Stephane Chiche & David Ramos 90. Jeff Berkowitz: SKYRISE MIAMI FASHION 28. White Is The New Black

48. j-mendel: MecedesBenz Fashion Week New York 62. The Angels Were On Fire 64. NOCTURNO MODEL: The Search begins SHOOTINGS 50. I LOVE NY 72. THE GIRL NEXT DOOR GASTRONOMY 88. RED 92. Great Burgers At Non-Burger Joints PARTIES 20. NOCTURNO LAUNCH AT SLS 36. Fire & Ice 60. Miro’s Birthday 78. Carlos BD: SeaSpice 84. Chess Party

STAFF NOCTURNO

CEO & Co-Publisher SEAN ZAHNISER sean@nocturnoworld.com Publisher WILSON PACATEQUE wilson@nocturnoworld.com President OSCAR REYES oscar@nocturnoworld.com Vice-President DIANA CHAMORRO diana@nocturnoworld.com

CARLOS HERRERA

CREATIVE DIRECTOR & FASHION PHOTOGRAPHER

Alberto Guzman Janeiro Bofil FASHION EDITORS

NATALIA CAICEDO PRODUCtion coordinator

Vice President of Public Relations ISABEL ESTRADA isabel@nocturnoworld.com Creative Director CARLOS HERRERA Editor PEDRO LAZARO Editor DAYSI CALAVIA-ROBERTSON Producer NATALIA CAICEDO Digital Marketing Manager SOPHIA NAZ SHAH

DAYSI CALAVIA-ROBERTSON Editor of content

Sophia shah

DIGITAL MARKETING MANAGER

JENNIFER SHYU Philanthropy Director

Nocturno Model Director ORIANA REYES Nocturno World Co-Publisher TERRY BARTLEY Fashion Editor ALBERTO GUZMAN Fashion Editor

JANEIRO BOFIL

Social Photographer

DAVID RAMOS

Social Photographer

STEPHANE CHICHE

Contributor Photographer

EDWIN CANO

Photography Interns

Oriana Reyes Nocturno Model Director

tony guerra

hospitality consultant

DANIELA SONNENFELD PUBLIC RELATIONS

JOSE MEJIA ANGEL MUNIZ-ISERN EDUARDO MELENDEZ JORGE SEAZ Hospitality Consultant TONY GUERRA Public Relations

YVETTE LEWIS

Public Relations

DANIELA SONNENFELD

Philanthropy Director JENNIFER SHYU Multimedia ALBERTO PORRAS

DAVID RAMOS

EVENT PHOTOGRAPHER

GIO BARRETO CASTING

STEPHANE CHICHE Social Photographer

yvette lewis public relations

alberto ramos multimedia

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SANDRO MILLER’S “MALKOVICH, MALKOVICH, MALKOVICH” By Pedro Lazaro

hen he was 16 years old, Sandro Miller saw the work of photographer Irving Penn. He was so impressed by the images that he instantly knew he wanted to be a photographer. Mostly self-taught, Miller relied on books published by many of the great artists of his time which were canonized in photographic history. Through their pictures, he learned the art of composition, lighting and portraiture. More than 30 years later, with clients ranging from Forbes, GQ and Esquire, to American Express, Coca-Cola and BMW, Miller has secured his place as one of the top advertising photographers in the world. His success in the world of commercial photography allows him to continue his personal projects which have included working in Cuba, photographing American blues musicians, several dance troupes, and extended endeavors with actor John Malkovich, his longtime friend and collaborator. Sandro first met Malkovich in the late 1990s while working on an assignment for Steppenwolf Theater. More than 16 years later, Miller and Malkovich are still collaborating. Their latest project is “Malkovich, Malkovich, Malkovich”.

Irving Penn / Pablo Picasso, Cannes, France (1957)

Andy Warhol / Self Portrait (Fright Wig) (1986

Herb Ritts / Jack Nicholson, London (1988)

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Alberto Korda / Che Guevara (1960)

Arthur Sasse / Albert Einstein Sticking Out His Tongue (1951)

Philippe Halsman Salvador Dalí (1954)

Bert Stern / Marilyn in Pink Roses (from The Last Session, 1962)

Dorothea Lange / Migrant Mother, Nipomo, California (1936)

n 2013, Miller decided to do a project honoring the men and women whose photographs helped shape his career. After selecting 35 images to emulate, Miller contacted Malkovich, who instantly agreed to participate. “John is the most brilliant, prolific person I know,” said Miller about the actor. “His genius is unparalleled. I can suggest a mood or idea and within moments, he literally morphs into the character right in front of my eyes. He is so trusting of my work and of our process…I’m truly blessed to have him as my friend and collaborator.” The “Malkovich, Malkovich, Malkovich” project honors photographs that have impacted Miller. Pieces include Irving Penn’s photograph of Truman Capote in a corner; Bert Stern’s photographs of Marilyn Monroe; Dorothea Lange’s image of a migrant mother; Robert Mapplethorpe’s self-portrait with a gun; Annie Leibowitz’s iconic image of John Lennon and Yoko Ono; Richard Avedon’s beekeeper, among many others. John Malkovich is considered to be one of the greatest American actors of the 21st century. In “Malkovich, Malkovich, Malkovich” he demonstrates his chameleon-like proclivity, morphing into Albert Einstein, Che Guevara, John Lennon and Andy Warhol. Through this immense skill and Miller’s amazing photographic eye, the “Malkovich, Malkovich, Malkovich” exhibition pays respect to photographic history through the genius of a photographer and his muse.

Edward Sheriff Curtis / Three Horses (1905)

Gordon Parks American Gothic, Washington, D.C. (1942)

Victor Skrebneski / Bette Davis, Actor, 08 November (1971)

Jim Marshall / Johnny Cash (Flipping the Bird), San Quentin Prison (1969)

Eikoh Hosoe 67 Man and Woman #20 (1960)

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S Anita Funtek THE BRILLIANT MIND BEHIND THE MIAMI

NEW CONSTRUCTION SHOW

hen she walks into a room her mere presence instantly demands attention. She could easily be confused for a model strutting down the catwalk of a European fashion magazine and into real life. But Anita Funtek’s work doesn’t involve designer wardrobes or high-fashion ad campaigns; her field of expertise is Miami’s quickly evolving real estate development market. She’s the founder of the Miami New Construction Show, a four-day convention-style real estate expo showcasing the latest state-of-the-art developments, luxury condominiums and housing projects in South Florida. Listening to Funtek talk, it’s quickly clear that there’s an abundance of passion and excitement surrounding every project she’s involved in. The pupils of her almond-shaped blue eyes widen when speaks about “buying and selling”, “fixing and renovating”, and “sharing and connecting”. Her face lights up the way other women’s faces might when talking about the latest pair of Jimmy Choo stilettos. But don’t let her overflowing enthusiasm fool you. The 40-year-old born in Hungary has had to work many long hours and late nights to get to where she’s at, the epicenter of an industry whose official language is money. Even so, she makes the feat of carving her own space

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in a male-dominated industry, seem effortless and fun. Perhaps, it’s because it was a man that led her to fall in love with the process of seeing a project through from start to finish: her father. “When I was seven years old my father, who was working as an architect, gave me the job of helping him cut out these huge big blueprints,” said Funtek. “I remember they were a purple color and he gave me the job of cutting them out, so this was my first little job as a child and it was a very special way to bond with him.” She adds: “But it was also the first time I fell in love with the world of housing, I adored the way that he would fold the blueprints together at the end and I loved reading the street names printed on the sheet.” As she grew up, Funtek’s father took a job as a general contractor but continued to involve her in his work. He’d often take his daughter to job sites and walk her through the process of transforming a property from nothing into something. “He would take me to different places, wherever he was working on a property and once you get used to the smell of fresh concrete or fresh paint and start to see changes and a transformation happening right in front of your eyes, it’s pretty hard not to be drawn to it.” said Funtek. As a young woman living in Budapest, Funtek tried her hand at buying, fixing and selling properties of her own and says it simply served as a confirmation of how much she loved the process.

he earned a bachelor’s degree in economics and later earned a master’s in business administration at the Budapest University of Technology and Economics. Funtek then held several positions at Hungary’s Budapest Bank, owned by General Electric, where she worked for six years. “From my father I had learned the guidelines, how to think and form new ideas, how to lead other people, how to manage failure, the ups and the downs, and how to have the spirit of an entrepreneur,” she said. “At General Electric, I learned how to be a part of a team, part of an organization, how to have an open door policy and the power of positive energy.” She got married, had three children and in 2011 moved to Miami. The Miami New Construction Show is born When Funtek arrived in Miami with her family she had to start from scratch. Her first step was getting a realtor’s license and becoming a broker. However, she soon realized how difficult it was to find sales offices for new construction projects and had an idea. “Why don’t we have something like the boat show or Art Basel?” she said. “We have so many beautiful new constructions that for buyers are undiscoverable, so why not gather all the developers and bring them into one location, bring all the realtors and all the buyers and let them all meet?” Funtek likens it to buying fruit in a market, where consumers can see the fruit, hold it in their hands and compare it to other fruits. “If you’re selling a luxury new development, you now have the space to show the buyer that you’re using the best materials, you can show off scale models, you can answer any questions that buyers may have… participating in the MNCS allows an interaction between developers and buyers that simply didn’t exist before.” The first ever MNCS was held last year at the Miami Beach Convention Center. More than 100 real estate industry booths were set up and sectioned into specific neighborhoods and areas such as Miami Beach, Downtown Miami and Broward/Palm Beach and about 12,000 people attended. “This event is thought up with the

goal of always benefitting the buyer, saving the buyer time, effort, stress and money,” she said. “People can get answers to their questions without waiting weeks, days or even hours, it just takes a couple of minutes, but perhaps the best part is that it creates opportunities for buyers to access on-site specials and discounts, when developers are together in one space they’re in direct competition and this drives down prices.” “At the MNCS, we give people the chance to buy and the confidence to do it, they can compare, they can bargain, they can talk to one developer and tell him ‘Hey, the developer three booths down from this one said he’s going to include free tile…Can you match that?’ No? Okay, I’ll go back over there.” his year the number of booths at the MNCS has increased from 115 to 300 and European real estate l a w y e r s , immigration lawyers, tax advisers, property managers, concierges, interior designers and furniture companies will be on-site to provide their services and meet the needs of different buyer demographics. “Many times Miami is bought by foreigners,” said Funtek. “If you’re a foreigner, sometimes you hear terms like “title company” and you don’t have a clue what that is so you don’t feel comfortable enough to buy a property and that’s why it’s important to have European real estate lawyers on location.” The 2015 MNCS will showcase a row of booths reserved exclusively for the display of 20 of the world’s most recognized projects and will include representation in the international sector for the first time. There will booths for brokers to show resale listings and promote their businesses. For families, there’s a Kid’s Corner. If you’re hungry, there will be delicious food. Funtek has taken on the task of ensuring that the MNCS has something for everyone. “Everyone is welcome,” she said. “It doesn’t matter if you’re planning to buy 10 units or one or if you just want to come learn, or look at what the market has to offer.” This year’s show will also feature a room for scheduled project presentations fully equipped with an audio visual system: “In this

room we’ll have presentations in English and in Spanish and we’re adding many new elements to the show, for instance a section for retail properties, so if you’re thinking of opening a business can find something here too.” But aside from gathering Miami’s most influential developers, realtors and brokers under one roof and providing them all the tools to conduct successful business and learn about the latest updates in their field, Funtek assures the show is far from being “business, business, business.” “We’re not just selling luxurious new developments, we also have a responsibility to sell Miami and all that implies,” she said. “I think this is the only real estate show that has dancing, music and a lively party atmosphere, it’s a new construction show but it’s definitely held Miamistyle.” Funtek works year round to ensure that all aspects of the MNCS are a success. She meets with real estate developers, brokers and possible on-site entertainers, and every detail of the MNCS has her signature touch and seal of approval. Funtek and her team also travel to a variety of real estate trade shows around the world where she shops for new ideas. And what about buying, fixing and selling? “Yes, that’s still like a little candy in my life,” said Funtek. “It’s a side project that I share with my husband and my kids. I don’t know if they’ll become as passionate about it as I did but sometimes when I show them the different stages of a renovation that my husband and I are working on, I’ll hear the same ‘oohs’ and ‘ahhs’ and hear them tell me the same things I used to tell my father.” s far as the MNCS is concerned Funtek’s vision is still very much in its infancy. “Every year is going to be bigger and better,” she says with grin that makes it almost impossible to doubt her words. The Miami New Construction Show will take place on October 22-25, 2015 at the Miami Beach Convention Center. For more information on Anita Funtek, becoming an exhibitor or attending the MNCS please visit www.miaminewconstructionshow. com

rom a gastronomical perspective the food can be best described as a contemporary approach to modern cuisine with ethnic influences.

As far as the Crudos, for this season the chef recommends Kimne Dai, a Pacificsea bream, as well as the staple, the Uni Cracker. For Hot Ocean Rock, the Spinalis with Rojo Chimichurri.

MODERN GARDEN

ince the early planning stages, the team at Seaspice has wanted to develop an additional complementary space within the eating compound. Modern Garden was created in response to the public’s overwhelming demand. However, it also satisfies back of the house activities which are crucial to sustain the functions of the restaurant. The new venue conforms to such resolutions while still providing a beautiful view of the water. The design was dreamed up after meshing the restaurant’s growing needs and incorporating an aesthetic that showed off a welcoming outdoor environment set in a permanent indoor art installation: the Crudo Bar Lounge. Benjamin Goldman has joined the Seaspice team as the Chef de Cuisine for Modern Garden. Goldman, who graduated at Johnson and Wales University, began working at Talula with chefs Frank and Andrea Curto Randazo. At Talula, he experienced life in a working kitchen for the first time. He later accepted a position with chefs Ken Oringer and Chris Gould at Uni Sashimi Bar in Boston, Massachusetts. Uni Sashimi Bar offered contemporary Japanese small plates. Goldman attributes his knowledge and training to his time with chef Gould. When an opportunity in Miami arose, Goldman partnered with Michael Shikany to open a new concept restaurant in Wynwood. He then parted ways with Shikany to help Executive Chef Angel Leon open Seaspice’s new concept, Modern Garden.

The name Modern Garden served as inspiration for the creation of specialty cocktails. The cocktails at Modern Garden feature organic fruits and herbs. The variety of fruits and herbs range from exotic fruits like passion fruit and star fruit to lavender and cardamom cloves; ingredients that make each specialty cocktail unique and exquisite. Modern Garden works as an extension of the existing Seaspice restaurant but has its own charm and offers a different dining experience. The space, which is designed to expand seamlessly on to its adjacent exterior areas, is more confined. Its versatility provides an alternative venue for guests interested in private parties. The ambient light is dim, the accents sparkle and the surfaces are warm and minimal. From the bar, guests can capture Miami’s unique Downtown city skyline. Modern Garden is a romantic spot that can easily turn its vibe into a unique lounge setting. Modern Garden embellishes nature exemplified with the restaurant’s artistic architecture and its breathtaking on-thewater views. Each dish is carefully constructed to tantalize the senses. The ingredients are strategically sourced seasonally. The restaurant features two concepts including Hot Ocean Rocks and Crudo-style dishes. The Hot Ocean Rocks provide the guest with an interactive dining experience, allowing them to cook their own cuts of meat, while the Crudos offer a range of global influences including but not limited to Peruvian, Asian and Mediterranean cuisine.

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Ana Isabel Alvarado and Christian Jagodzinski

s we all know, Christian, the owner of Vilazzo (Vilazzo.com) has some of the most extravagant parties around. Well, needless to say, Saturday, December 13th was no exception as we celebrated his birthday at his gorgeous Villa Contenta on exclusive Palm Island in Miami Beach. Not exactly described as P-G, the edgy Fire and Ice theme set the tone for an amazing night as ladies were kindly requested to dress in fiery reds and oranges, while gentlemen dazzled in cooler, icy hues, sculpting

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a visual presence that was almost as striking as the event itself- almost. The entertainment, provided by Kahlil, was especially captivating and included a massive robot that danced and interacted with guests (we have the photos to prove it!), two drop-dead gorgeous models shooting sparks amidst the beautiful crowd (no models were harmed in this!), a snow machine and two “ice queens” that framed the backdrop for photo-ops. Chef Marco Spaziani served delicious petit fours while the in-house sommelier kept the champagne flowing as guests reveled in the night’s festivities, making it truly an affair to remember

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acha’s peculiar vision of old age as seen through his work with his grandmother – the Mamika collections – has been exhibited in Rio (CBN), India (Delhi Photo Festival), Spain (Gethoxo), Berlin, Angkor, Brussels, Miami, London, Vendome, Paris (Bercy). Sacha has published eight books (Chronicle, Harper and Collins, Hans Huber, Seuil, Balland, Place des Victoires) chronicling different aspects of life as seen through the quirky prism of his imagination. Sacha unveils his next work - a series of superheroes with a little twist. 20 prints, and a selection of costumes made for the collection were exhibited at the ”School Gallery Olivier Castaing” 322 Rue Saint Martin in Paris. What if Superman was born in the sixteenth century? And what if the Hulk was a Duke? How might Van Eyck have portrayed Snow White? Sacha’s discovery of these characters, which goes back to childhood, gave birth to a desire to re-appropriate them, to take them back to a time forming the cornerstone of modern western art. Sacha wants to confront these icons of American culture with contemporary painters of the Flemish school. The collection demonstrates the use of 17th century

techniques counterpointing light and shadow to illustrate nobility and fragility of the super powerful of all times. It also invites you to celebrate the heroes of your childhood. These characters have become icons to reveal their humanity: tired of having to save the world without respite, promised to a destiny of endless immortality, forever trapped in their character. The superheroes often live their lives cloaked in anonymity. These portraits give them a chance to “fix” their narcissism denied. By the temporal disturbance they produce, these images allow us to discover, under the patina of time, an unexpected melancholy of those who are to be invincible. As science fiction meets history of art, time meets an inexhaustible desire for mythology which is within each of us. Sacha Goldberger recently presented his amazing Super Flemish collection in the Grand Palais in Paris marking his body of work as high art. Iconic Science Fiction Characters and ruffled Cosplayers wearing Renaissance garb were displayed in an area were Velazquez painting and an exhibit of Jean Paul Gaultier will soon be shown. Goldberger is not only a superlative artist he also rocks the advertising world. Discover Goldberger’s artistry in books like: Mamika: My Mighty Little Grandmother and The Little Book Of I Love You.

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Audrey Hepburn Portrait of an Icon

less publicized set of photographs by Mark Shaw taken during the making of the film Sabrina in 1953 and published as a photo essay in Life magazine will offer an exclusive insight into Hepburn’s life on and off-set. Shaw was granted an unprecedented behind-the-scenes access to photograph Hepburn for the assignment. Key moments in Hepburn’s career on stage and on screen as well as her transformation throughout the 1950s are documented by a series of very different photographs. Larry Fried captured the star in 1951 getting ready in her dressing room for Broadway for Gigi. Philippe Halsman and George Daniell snapped her in Italy during the 1955 filming of War and Peace and photographer Terry O’Neill captured Hepburn on-set during the making of 60s films, How to Steal a Million and Two for the Road. Vintage magazine spreads including the Picture goer and the front cover of Life magazine, featuring Hepburn in what could be considered her most signature look, dressed in Givenchy for her role as Holly Golightly in 1961 film Breakfast at Tiffany’s, also made the cut. Fans of Hepburn can enjoy perusing through a variety of still images, original film posters and other memorabilia at the exhibit and can view items that formed part of the real-life story of one of the world’s most photographed women.

“London’s National Portrait Gallery celebrates the life of Breakfast at Tiffany’s star Audrey Hepburn”

his unique e x h i b i t will follow A u d r e y Hepburn’s rise to fame, from her early years in Holland and her time as a chorus girl and dancer in London’s West End to her surge as one of the biggest Broadway stars and Hollywood icons of all time. The exhibit will also showcase Hepburn’s work as a philanthropist and will feature rarely seen photographs from the Hepburn family collection along with iconic portraits of the actress shot by some of the 20th century’s most notable photographers. Hepburn, who was born in Belgium

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to a Dutch Baroness and AngloIrish father, moved to London from Amsterdam in late 1948 on a ballet scholarship from the Rambert Ballet School in Notting Hill. She performed in a number of important theater productions as part of the choir and later made her cinema debut in British films. As a young girl, Hepburn also performed in revues, light theatrical sketches, in London’s Ciro’s nightclub. At the time Ciro’s was one of the city’s leading nightclubs but is now the National Portrait Gallery’s public archive and study room. She also performed in Cecil Landeau’s late-night production Petite Sauce Tartare in 1949 and Summer Nights in 1950. Hepburn’s appearances at Ciro’s in her early

20’s were some of her earliest in London and contributed towards the launch of her career, those early shows were ultimately what lead to her talent being spotted for a number of British films including One Wild Oat and Laughter in Paradise in 1951 and Secret People in 1952. Highlights from the exhibit will include a range of photographs, some belonging to Hepburn’s family in which she’s pictured practicing ballet as well as others displaying her early work as a fashion model in London posing for the lens of Antony Beauchamp. Shots from the highly successful Crookes Lacto-Calamine skin cream campaign photographed by Angus McBean in 1950 will also be included in the showcase.

Hepburn’s appeal remains rampant even now, two decades after her death. Her films, stage performances and the details of her life have garnered a following for generations. American audiences first fell in love with her in Gigi in 1951. Her performance in the play was critically acclaimed. In the 50s and 60s, her career flourished with a string of highly successful roles and her participation in 1953 film Roman Holiday earned her a spot as the first actress to win an Academy Award, Golden Globe, and BAFTA Award for a single performance. Her efforts as a humanitarian and her years as a Unicef ambassador earned her a Presidential Medal of Freedom in 1992. The National Portrait Gallery’s “Audrey Hepburn: Portraits of an Icon” exhibit will display Hepburn throughout different stages of her life and will showcase the captivating rise of one of the world’s first international stars. It will be curated by Terence Pepper, Senior Special Advisor on Photographs, and Helen Trompeteler, Associate Curator of Photographs. Pepper has curated several high profile photographic exhibitions for the NPG including Cecil Beaton Portraits in 2004, Angus McBean Portraits in 2006 and Vanity Fair Portraits in 2008. Two years ago he worked with Trompeteler on the Man Ray Portraits exhibit. The “Audrey Hepburn: Portrait of an Icon” exhibit runs from July 2nd, 2015 through October 18th 2015 at the National Portrait Gallery in London. For more information about the exhibit visit www.npg.org.uk/ hepburn

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and design Fashion designers Rei Giraldo and Andres Arango creative new clothing line

wo years ago, fashion designers Andres Arango and Reinaldo Giraldo joined forces to create Rei Giraldo SAS, a unique clothing brand characterized by a peculiar fusion between art and design. Rei Giraldo, a brand whose personality is transgressive and fresh, gives life to garments that include silhouettes, textures and colors “for women who are not afraid of change”. The apparel they create is inspired by a worldly woman living in a cosmopolitan city, a woman who’s aware of her surroundings, empowered by her femininity and whose taste is particular and exclusive. Rei Giraldo designs include vibrant prints and wide asymmetric silhouettes, this is the brand’s trademark in the international market and the clothing line can already be seen in stores throughout the U.S. as well as Latin America and Europe. The work of both of these young fashion designers has been closely tied to world renowned artists such as Argentina’s Alan Brignoni, Colombia’s Caty Cucalon, Beatriz Ocampo, and Matachos Art, and Peru’s Vito Loli and Victor Crisostomo. For Andres and Reinaldo, telling stories through their combined creative works, has always been a priority. They’re continuously investigating and exploring new trends in the fashion world on a global level, adapting their collections to the changing seasons and keeping their garments updated to match the preferences and demands of the market. Rei Giraldo SAS quickly obtained a strong presence in important fashion events in Latin America, such as Lima’s COP20 held last year and the Caliexposhow which took place in Colombia in 2013. This year the designers are gearing up to launch their first beach clothing line, “Endless Resort 2015”, in which kaftan-style silhouettes and prints produced by Matachos Art will fuse together in a luxury collection featuring garments every woman needs to have in her vacation wardrobe. An “Adam” collection is also in the works for the designers who hope to create clothes for men who are not afraid to take risks, are modern, innovative and like highlighting their masculinity. This collection will be launched at one of Colombia’s most important fashion events, Plataforma K, which will take place in the city of Baranquilla in March.

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China has long been an intriguing source of inspiration for Western artists and as the Met’s Asian Art Department embarks on its 100th year, our permanent collection continues to celebrate the genius of China’s ancient traditions,” said Hearn.

“This collaboration between two curatorial departments demonstrates how Western designers have responded creatively to those traditions in ways that are both provocative and insightful.”

China Through the

Looking Glass

The Museum’s Costume Institute Benefit will celebrate the exhibition’s grand opening on Monday, May 4th, 2015. Silas Chou, renowned apparel mogul from Hong Kong and former Michael Kors front runner, will serve as the Honorary Chair. The evening’s co-chairs will include Jennifer Lawrence, Gong Li, Marissa Mayer, Wendi Murdoch, and Anna Wintour. This event is the Costume Institute’s main source of annual funding for exhibitions, publications, acquisitions and capital improvements. The China: Through the Looking Glass exhibition is sponsored by Yahoo, Condé Nast and several contributions from Chinese donors. For more information on the exhibit and to view a special feature about China: Through the Looking Glass visit www.metmuseum.org/ ChinaLookingGlass

BY PEDRO LAZARO he Costume Institute at the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York will present its latest costume exhibit: China: Through the Looking Glass on display from May 7th through August 16th and will explore the influence that Chinese art and film have had on Western fashion design for centuries.

The Met’s Chinese galleries and the Anna Wintour Costume Center will feature more than 130 haute couture and ready-to-wear garments juxtaposed with traditional Chinese masterpieces in jade, lacquer, cloisonné, and blue and white porcelain. Chinese imagery will be used throughout the exhibition, presenting a series of “mirrored reflections” focusing on the evolution of art, fashion, and culture from the times of Imperial China to the present day People’s Republic of China. “From the earliest period of European contact with China in the 16th century, the West has been enchanted with enigmatic objects and imagery from China, providing inspiration for fashion designers Paul Poiret and Yves Saint Laurent,” said Andrew Bolton, curator of the exhibition. “Through the looking glass of fashion, designers conjoin disparate stylistic references into a pastiche of Chinese aesthetic and cultural traditions.” Asian Art Department chair Maxwell K. Hearn agrees with Bolton.

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Celebrity, Art and DOLLS

The “high end doll” for the affluent collector is trending

ecently, there’s been a surge in the amount of people who are picking up the hobby of doll collecting. But they’re not collecting just any kind of doll, and no, it’s not the vintage Victorian-style toy with a porcelain head that they’re after, although these antique pieces have a niche of their own in the art world, it’s the celebrity doll which is now coveted by many and even more so, if it’s dressed in haute couture. Many brands and artists are launching limited editions and creating gallery pieces. Dolls created in the likeness of fashion designers, actresses, present-day movie stars as well as stars of yesteryear, along with presidents and royalty are among the extensive assortment of popular themes. However, there are brands that have set themselves apart by achieving a fine art and high end status, like that of Russian artist Alexandra “Sasha” Khudyakova. Khudyakova is a doll-maker, member of the Moscow Artists Union, and vice-chairman of the Russian Creative Association of Artists. She creates dolls that are executed with the highest level of craftsmanship and attention to detail. Khudyakova’s dolls are so life-like and respected in the fine art world that this coming April her work will be exhibited at Artexpo New York, a juried art expo which is considered the world’s largest fine art marketplace and hosts more than 25,000 art enthusiasts every year. Some of the most popular pieces being sought out by collectors are those made by Barbie, JDL, Jamie Doll, Integrity Toys, Mods Doll, Kingdom Dolls, and let us not forget DollObservers.com, the online community for fashion doll lovers, who celebrates the “2015 DollObservers. com Fashion Doll Awards”. This buzz surrounding the doll collecting business is a clear indication of just how popular the doll collecting trend has become. One recent example is the “Barbie Lagerfeld” which captures the essence of fashion designer Karl Lagerfeld’s namesake brand. Borrowing from the designer’s iconic silhouette, the doll wears a tailored black jacket, white high-collared men’s shirt, French cuffs, and a black satin cravat pair with fitted black jeans. The exclusive doll comes equipped with accessories that include fingerless black gloves, sunglasses, black ankle boots and a black leather purse with silver metallic accents. The Platinum-label Barbie Lagerfeld doll is available in limited quantities; only 999 dolls were produced and its cost is about $200.

By Pedro Lazaro

or the adult collector, Barbie is much more than just a doll. She represents a major part of pop culture and for some she inspires feelings of reminiscence and nostalgia that transport them back to their childhoodS. In 1987, Andy Warhol was among the many artists who put Barbie in their paintings and many times America’s favorite doll has gone head-to-head with actresses Keira knightley and Scarlet Johansson – in People magazine’s “Who Wore It Best?” section. She’s also been the inspiration of a “Project Runway” challenge and even a topic for commentary on Dan Rather’s “CBS Evening News”. In 1967, Supermodel Twiggy was the first celebrity to join Mattel’s Barbie doll’s extended family. Since then, the list has grown to include famous faces such as Barbara Streisand’s, Heidi Klum’s and Jennifer Lopez’s, just to name a few! Barbie has also appeared as more than 80 famous movie characters from Dorothy in The Wizard of Oz to Katniss from The Hunger Games. When Jennifer Lopez stepped onto the red carpet of the 2012 Oscars,

in Zuhair Murad’s glamourous floorlength gown, fans and photographers jaws dropped. The Collector’s edition Jennifer Lopez Red Carpet doll wears the same dress. The gown features the plunging neckline and dramatic lines that wowed crowds. In recreation of J.Lo’s sophisticated look, the doll’s hair is kept in a sleek high-bun, showing off her drop earrings and flawless makeup. The doll’s look is completed by a silver clutch like Lopez’s and truly epitomizes her classic red carpet style. Fashion designer Zuhair Murad designs lavish creations worn by starlets and socialites at major events around the world and Barbie is dressed in one of his most praised creations. His work draws inspirations from Egyptian princesses, Grecian goddesses and his own modern, edgy vision. Aside from the Jennifer Lopez Red Carpet Barbie Doll, Zuhair Murad’s designs were used to dress another Barbie doll: the Zuhair Murad Barbie doll. She wears an exquisite recreation of one of his designs previously seen at a Hollywood premiere on actress Blake Lively. Her strapless, nude-hued gown features dramatic striped geometric lines and the doll wears a beautiful blonde updo and drop earrings to finish off the red-carpet-ready look. The value of the high-end doll has

increased over time. Like the 40th anniversary Barbie for De Beers Jewelers, who wore a diamond encrusted belt and costs $85,000. However, the most expensive doll made to date is Australian jewelry designer’s Stefano Canturi. This fashionista Barbie wears a black strapless tulle and organza dress and a diamond choker with white baguettes and “carre diamonds”, which are very similar to square-cut bling. The doll’s choker also features a 1.00ct square emerald-cut pink diamond in the center and to top it off she wears a matching pink diamond ring on her finger. Collectors can take her home for $300.000. Although, antique dolls are in a completely different category it seems the “Barbie-like” collectible doll is catching up in demand and in price to other pieces offered in the art world, like the Kämmer & Reinhardt doll which was recently sold at the Bauhaus auction house for a whopping $395,750. You can expect to see and hear more about this unique “doll collecting trend” in years to come, apparently it has already enthralled so many. For more information about artist Sasha Khudyakova you can contact the Elena Gromova Gallery: http:// www.elenagromova.com.

MIRO’S BIRTHDAY

By daniella blue

Miro’s birthday party, the highlyanticipated annual Miami affair, also took place on Friday, December 19th. The occasion was marked by hundreds of guests gathering to honor a man that truly loves life and seeks to share this love with everyone he encounters along the way. Needless to say, the atmosphere was very bubbly and cheerful as everyone donned colorful, festive outfits-per the birthday boy’s wishes.

Friend and local personality, Jason Voigt, went on to surprise Miro with a colossal buttercream-replica tiered cake- token stripper and nipple tassels included- which truly was the icing on, well, the cake. To say that Miro’s 106th birthday party was one for the books is an understatement as our Miami family came together to celebrate such a young, spirited soul. See more photos from the event on page featured in this issue.

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ashion Show Trends on the Runway. Gilded Angels: All that glitters is gold and the look was a sensual vision of exquisite lingerie and fantasy which is trending as we speak. Exotic Traveler: With its eclectic mix of jewels, textures and colors, the Exotic Traveler section evokes adventure, ancient cultures and faraway lands. Dream Girl: The Dream Girl section puts a new spin on the slumber party, with retro touches and whimsical boudoir details, all through the sexy lens of Victoria’s Secret. University of PINK: Victoria’s Secret PINK hits the runway in London with a celebration of street style. Fairy Tale: The story begins and ends on the runway in the most romantic theme of this year’s show. Angel Ball: Seductive glamour takes center stage at an opulent black & white ball complete with elaborate wings, dark bodices, delicate beading & strappy details.

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he Victoria Secret Runway took place in London this past December and it did not disappoint…

Supermodels Adriana Lima, Joan Smalls, Alessandra Ambrosio and Candice Swanepoel were just a few of the amazing “Angels” that walked this year’s runway. The event which raised money for the American Cancer Foundation and other large charities entertained the audience with an amazing fashion show and musical extravaganza that benefitted many worthy causes. The show, seen in 192 countries included pink carpet interviews, model profiles and a behindthe-scenes look at the making of the world’s most celebrated fashion show. Musical guests included Taylor Swift, Ariana Grande, Ed Sheeran and Hozier. The elaborate and show stopping event was produced by Done and Dusted Inc., Edward G. Razek, Monica Mitro. However, Ian Stewart and Hamish Hamilton are the executive producers.

THE SEARCH BEGINS

or 11 consecutive years, Nocturnoâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s creative team has discovered new talents in the high fashion modeling industry in markets such as Puerto Rico, Colombia, Dominican Republic, and as of late, Miami. It has provided up and coming models a gateway for the establishment of commercial contracts, representation

from international modeling agencies and exposure to a variety of media outlets. As of early 2015, Nocturno Magazine led by Gio Barreto, a seasoned industry coach whose knowledge and experience makes him a valuable asset to the Universal Casting team, has embarked yet again in an extensive search for new faces to represent our magazine as well as the assortment of brands involved in our projects.

t our December 12th Launch Party we held a live photo shoot and fashion runway featuring the participants of our Nocturno Model Contest:

Alessandra Palombizio, Sara Angelini, Jurgita Kupetyteâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; Elisa Lau, Juliana Serna, Alejandra Efimer, Kylie Price, Dominique Ehrl, Daniela Silva, Maria, Yulia Sergeevna Kapranova, Catherine Cybulkiewicz Future castings will be held at the Bentley Hotel by the pool area. For more information, to participate or simply enjoy our pool parties please visit www.nocturnoworld.com or www.nocturnomodel.com and follow us at @nocturnoworld and @nocturnomodel on all social media Special thanks to DJ ANA VILLALOBOS for providing music for the night and to fashion designer FABRIZIO de CASTRO for working with our models.

Pacateque has made it his priority, not only to feature Miami’s topof-the-line fashion designers and luxury brands, but to explore the philanthropic side of the more fortunate and develop a nonprofit organization which could be partially backed by the magazine. He set his sights on Colombia. he Doctor Jennifer Shyu met Pacateque at a model casting when she auditioned for a spot in one of Nocturno’s photo spreads. The 28-year-old born in Cali, Colombia, was a general doctor and surgeon back in her homeland. She moved to Miami a couple

CHILDREN•LOVE • FUTURE

or six-year-old *Carlito in Colombia’s Valle del Cauca region eating a plate of rice means more than having a meal, it’s a rare luxury he’s often not afforded. The feeling of soles on the bottom of his feet, getting tucked into a warm bed every night or having a drink of fresh water are foreign to him. Carlito and his family are part of the city of Cali’s “desplazados”, underserved communities who were pushed out of their homes and their lands by guerilla and paramilitary groups. These violent criminals target isolated areas in which people are most vulnerable, unprotected and poor. The street is Carlito’s new home, along with his siblings he wanders and begs. He tries, often unsuccessfully, to find work to help his parents survive. Every day brings with it new

FOUNDATION hardships and the hope for a better and more normal life seems as elusive and intangible as a plate of food to satisfy his hunger. He’s malnourished, cold and tired. For Carlito, thoughts of going to school, having stable access to clean drinking water and knowing where he will sleep for the night are nothing but daydreams. *Nocturno took literary freedom and used Carlitos to represent the tough reality experienced by many children in this region of Colombia Pacateque and Shyu: The Children Love Future Foundation is born The Publisher Advertising executive and publisher Wilson Pacateque was born in Bogota, Colombia. The 43-year-old moved to Puerto Rico where he set to make his dream, of working as a creative in an ad agency, come true. As if destined for other plans, Pacateque took a job as a bus boy to make ends meet and quickly worked his way up to bartender

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in one of Puerto Rico’s lead nightclubs. Hooked by his delicious cocktail concoctions, Puerto Rico’s most rich, famous and beautiful people soon flocked to Pacateque’s bar. He established tight-knit relationships with fashion and entertainment industry professionals and decided to document the excitement of the island’s nightlife, fashion and lifestyles in Nocturno Puerto Rico. Years later, Pacateque is now in Miami leading Nocturno Miami into a new era of thrilling content, high fashion, photography and this time philanthropy. “When I reach a goal, I have an even bigger goal lined up after it,” said Pacateque who in the past has launched successful magazine projects in Dominican Republic and Colombia. “I’m in love with the world of magazine publishing and I pour my heart into making sure that each page is representative of what Nocturno is, a labor of passion, but there’s no doubt that the soul of this publication is a philanthropic one.”

of years ago and is currently studying for the medical boards at Kaplan University, her goal is to specialize in pediatrics but does light modeling as a hobby on the side. “When I saw her I knew she wasn’t just a pretty face,” said Pacateque about Shyu. “We had an instant connection and soon we became friends.” Shyu invited Pacateque to a charity dinner for children she was hosting along with a local non-profit organization and he immediately thought of sharing his ideas for a philanthropic project of his own with her. “When I saw how she interacted with the children that day and how caring she was, I knew that she was the perfect person to share my project with,” said Pacateque.

hyu’s inclination to help others and participate in activities held by non-profits was instilled in her by her mother. “My mother taught me to harbor a sense of service,” said Shyu. “From an early age she took me and my sister into some of Colombia’s poorest neighborhoods to do community service and during Christmastime we always collected toys for underprivileged children and went to spend the day with them.” Shyu’s mother, Neffer Polanco, currently works as a legal representative for the Asociación Buen Futuro por los Departamentos de Quindio, Valle del Cauca, identifying marginalized areas and assisting in redevelopment efforts. She works closely with the organization’s president Solomon Hernandez and local governor Sandra Poaola Hurtada. Their efforts are supported by the government of Colombia. “When Wilson talked to me about his project I thought it was shoe-in for the continuation of what my mother and I have been doing for so many years, trying to help those in need, but now on a larger scale,” said Shyu. “As a doctor, I plan to organize medical brigades and provide vaccines to children who sometimes have never even been to the doctor.” Phase 1: Covering basic needs, establishing art, culture and sports and following the basepaint model “This project has short, mid, and long term goals,” explains Pacateque. “As of right now, our project is in phase one.” The Children Love Future Foundation plans to cover the basic needs of a community of “desplazados” in Colombia’s Valle del Cauca region. Children will be provided three meals a day and access to a school. Following the precedent set after 2010’s earthquake in Port-au-Prince, Haiti, by artist Antuan when he created The Base Paint Project, multi-purpose painted tents will be installed in Colombia. The Base Paint Project carried out in collaboration with Fundacion Manos del Sur and Step by Step Foundation featured 10 painted tents designed by a variety of artists. The tents served as self-contained art spaces, classrooms, meeting rooms and workshop centers and the project supported education and uplifted the spirit of the Haitian people. The same model will be followed by The Children Love Future Foundation in Colombia. For more information on the base paint project visit www.basepaint. org. To contribute to The Children Love Future please visit www.childrenlovefuture.org

MARLINS FOUNDA TION FROM THE BASEBALL FIELD TO THE COMMUNITY, SETS OUT TO MAKE IMPACT

lfredo Mesa, Executive Director for the Marlins Foundation and Marlins Ayudan, thinks that when it comes to charity writing a check is the easiest part. Mesa has been heading the official Miami Marlins Baseball organization’s philanthropic foundation since late 2010. “When we talk about the Marlins we’re talking about a team that from the very beginning has had the desire and made the commitment to have a strong presence in the community,” said Mesa, whose leadership to the foundation came after a long career in both, the public and private sector. He worked closely with former Miami Mayor Alex Penelas in Miami-Dade County for more than a decade and later worked at Dukto Worldwide, a private policy management firm headquartered in Washington, D.C., for which he managed its Miami office. “The name may have changed from the Florida Marlins to the Miami Marlins but the mission of a dedication to service to the community has definitely not wavered,” he said. After the name was changed and the construction of Marlins Park, a 37,000seat Major Baseball facility equipped with a retractable roof in Little Havana, was given the green light, Marlins Ayudan (Spanish for Marlins Help) set its sights on creating a direct impact in nearby neighborhoods. According to a Sun-Sentinel article published in 2013, The Marlins Foundation ranked third on the recent South Florida Business Journal list of the top 25 corporate foundations for cash contributions paid to South Florida-based charities — $1.9 million since moving to Marlins Park in 2012. According to Mesa, the foundation has invested $5 million destined to philanthropy since the ballpark was

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approved. However, for Mesa financial contributions are just a small piece of the puzzle. “Our service project includes all Miami Marlins employees, from the people who work in the office to the ones who attend people in the reception area, our commitment has much more depth than simply writing a number on a check, handing it over, and turning the page,” he said. “We want to instill the philosophy in our employees that beyond a check, is service, volunteering and having a real presence in the community.”

The more than 200 employees, who are sometimes referred to as “blue shirts” because of the blue shirts with the words “Marlins Ayudan” printed on the back that they wear to every service event, are often involved in projects at schools, homeless shelters and a variety of other on-site charitable activities. Mesa’s goal for the “blue shirts” is that they to do so much service in the community that people driving on the turnpike can look at the stadium and say ‘Wow, yesterday I went to a Marlins game and I had such a great time and today I saw blue shirts at my child’s school.” “I don’t know it will happen in the fourth season or in the eighth season

or when, but I know that the time will come when there’s going to be such a high volume of service projects we take on that the community will start to notice and will start to have that positive reaction,” he said. “They’ll say for instance, ‘I saw Marlins Ayudan feeding the elderly in Hialeah, or at my son’s school giving eyeglasses to students that needed them but couldn’t afford them.” Though, the Marlins Foundation participates in a wide range of projects and activities to give back to the community its specific areas of focus include education, the arts and of course, baseball, helping special needs children is also a priority. Even so, Mesa said the organization will always lend a helping a hand in areas that pertain to health as well as a variety of compelling current issues. Several Miami Marlins baseball players participate in Marlins Ayudan service events and contribute financially to the foundation. Five years ago, the Marlins Foundation extended their impact to include American soldiers serving overseas. In partnership with Armed Forces Entertainment, they’ve organized annual week-long trips to Iraq, Kuwait, Bahrain, and Qatar. They’ve also visited troops stationed in Germany, Japan, Guam, Hawaii, and Guantanamo Bay. “We arrange a group of Marlins employees, baseball players, dancers and executives and go visit soldiers serving in other countries,” said Mesa. “Our purpose is to take a piece of home to these soldiers, some of them who are injured, and give them a reason to smile, a little bit of encouragement and motivation to keep going, and let them know how thankful we are for their service.” If you’d like to contribute to the Marlins Foundation’s charitable efforts, through a brand partnership or as an individual, you can visit miami. marlins.mlb.com, call 305-480-2550 or email foundation@marlins.com

ALAIN PEREZ JACK OF ALL TRADES

lain Perez is a jack of all trades and master of seveal. He’s part engineer, part architect and part artist but most of all he’s a savvy businessman. He’s the co-founder of FUNKSHION, a fashion week in Miami Beach which provides a platform for progressive, established and emerging designers to showcase their collections and fuses live music, played by bands and DJs, with runway spectacles. The Cuban-American, who grew up in Miami, is also the founder of Eventstar Structures, a temporary tent and structure design, manufacturing and engineering company. So, if you’ve been to an Art Basel satellite fair, the South Beach Wine and Food Festival, a Young Arts gala or any large corporate event, it’s a safe bet that you’ve been inside a temporary tent built by Perez and his staff. In 2013, his company created almost 75,000 square-feet of climate controlled exhibition space for Basel and that number is set to grow each year. And though, the 42-year-old didn’t go to college, ever

By: Daysi Calavia-Robertson since graduating high school he’s been on a path of constant self-education. When his father’s friend hired him to work at his tent rental company, he quickly became fascinated by the functionality of temporary structures and once he fell in love with the process of tenting, building and dismantling them, the rest we could say is history. “Along with my sister and with another business partner, I started the company and decided to focus on temporary structures,” said Perez in an interview with Nocturno. “It wasn’t only tents but at the time most of the projects we did, involved tents.” Eventstar was established in 1997 and began as a modest $11,000 enterprise; it has since blossomed into an award-winning business with an international scope. Perez’s company is known within the industry as the goto for innovative temporary structures needing to be built with a speed-of-light response time. “A few years after opening the company we decided to manufacture our own product,” said Perez. “We had the idea and the goal to compete with the larger, more established, companies and do so at a worldwide level and that’s possibly one of the best decisions we could have made.”

is career h a s progressed on a projectto-project basis. His knowledge has been compiled in a learn-as-you-go style and his experience has always been hands-on. “Taking this path and doing business this way has led me to very interesting places and allowed me to work on interesting projects as well as given me the opportunity to develop new products,” said Perez. “If a client comes to me with an idea for a specific project or for a temporary or semi-permanent structure and we run into some obstacles or there’s a piece that is needed but isn’t made in the market then we’ll fabricate it ourselves, we’ll think it through and come up with a solution.” It’s those acute critical thinking skills and the ability to problem solve which have set Perez and Evenstar apart from other companies in the industry. “Saying ‘Yes’ to challenging projects has helped us grow as a company and it’s what’s positioned us as the place to go for the most unconventional, innovative and versatile temporary structures,” he said. “Through hard work, we opened ourselves up to opportunity and because of it we’ve worked on several high-profile projects.” Eventstar has been responsible for creating turnkey custom solutions for an array of projects including pop-

up shops for retailers like Nespresso, major sporting events like the Kentucky Derby and structures for televised award shows like the MTV Video Music Awards. Eventstar was enlisted by Audi for the launch of the A8 in Miami Beach and also signed on for the task of designing and manufacturing a structure to store NASA’S Space Shuttle Enterprise atop New York City’s Intrepid Sea Air & Space Museum on the Hudson River. “NASA came to us and told us they needed a structure to house this shuttle,” said Perez. “And it had to be flexible, it needed to be done in one month and the situation to build it was a little complicated to say the least, but there I was working with an artifact, building a structure where it could be safe and doing so on a 500-foot-long boat on the river using a floating crane and working with my teams.” Projects like this one are the ones Perez considers formative in his career and in the direction of his company. When Haiti suffered at 7.0 magnitude earthquake in 2010, Perez received a call just 20 hours after it happened. It was from the University of Miami asking if Eventstar could set up temporary hospitals near the airport in Haiti. Less than 30 hours after receiving the call, Perez was in Haiti with the product loaded in nine cargo airplanes and ready to get to work. Eventstar’s disaster relief division has also helped provide housing, shelter and food in the event of natural disasters throughout the United States. “In Haiti, there were three large airconditioned tents where doctors operated and unfortunately had to

perform amputations and difficult procedures,” said Perez. “It was running for about eight months and for that time I was living in Haiti, being in this business you have to have a certain spirit to do these types of things, you need guts and character.” In his tenure, Perez has worked with some of the nation’s best architects, engineers and designers. He says he’s learned a lot from the connections in his network and from his interaction with professionals in these fields. I’ve learned a little bit of everything, some elements of architecture, some design and definitely a lot of engineering,” said Perez, whose on-staff team includes architects, engineers, structural designers and manufacturing technicians. “I’ve had to and that’s it, it’s the only way to be able to compete, be able to defend my products in different building departments and explain the engineering capabilities of specific structures to clients if I had to and to remain relevant and innovative.” So, what are this unstoppable man’s biggest passions and biggest fears? “My two daughters are my biggest passions hands down,” he said. “And my biggest fear is waking up and not wanting to do this anymore because without being in love with what you do and without that drive, excitement and passion, life is just not as worth it or enjoyable.” For more information about Alain Perez, his business projects or to inquire about Eventstar’s services you can visit www. evenstar.com or call 305-969-0191

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SCOOP ON THE LATEST VIP EVENTS IN MIAMI

s promised in the previous issue, here’s a glimpse at the social season in review- as seen through the signature, discerning eyes of Daniela Blue in another edition of “Miami: Behind the Scenes”. In this article, you’ll have your very own VIP ticket to the city’s hottest events that headlined, as well as how seasoned Miamians rang in the new year in style. The feature concludes with the seething question that is on everyone’s mind- where in the world is TK? Keep reading for remarks from Miami’s own prodigal son, bad boy, entrepreneur, and the man they love to hate, socialite Thomas Kramer. Regardless of whether I was sipping champagne at a multimillion-dollar waterfront estate or sharing stories amongst friends at an intimate dinner party aboard a yacht, the spirit of the holidays permeated everything, giving new meaning to the warmth that characterizes Miami. On a personal level, ushering in the new year meant an opportunity to start fresh and grow in every aspect, a goal that came to life as I christened my new blue officenew office, new beginnings! If this introduction to 2015 is any indication of how the year will unravel- good vibes, good energy- I welcome it with open arms. • Moishe Mana’s Birthday Party at Mana Wynwood Moishe, an amazing person and art

aficionado, brought his beautiful perspective to Art Basel-goers as he turned a year older at his gallery in the heart of the thriving Arts district in Miami. A true friend, philanthropist and visionary best known for his many ventures- traditionally concentrated in New York and New Jersey- now boasts a number of Miami undertakings to his impressive, ever-growing, portfolio. • Miss Naomi Wilzig’s 80th Birthday Party On December 12, 2014, dear friend and World Erotic Art Museum owner (WEAM.com) Naomi Wilzig turned 80 and fabulous- and of course threw a lavish fête to commemorate the milestone. Known among the masses as one of the sweetest, classiest people in Miami, her reverent je-ne-sais-quoi spirit instantly enamors everyone she meets. As I rightfully paid homage to a mentor and force in the arts and culture world, I’m proud to not only call her my friend, but my family :) Now on to the good stuff- the party “detes:” The uber-VIP reception was held at the exclusive Miami Grand Theater ballroom, formerly known among the who’s who as the first inaugural Playboy Club in the country, nestled amongst the art deco grandeur that speckles Collins Ave. Guests picked at delicious tapas, even more delicious cocktails, as the night concluded with a vibrant French Can Can Revue showcase. Looking exquisite as always, Naomi made her way around the room all night, greeting each and every guest with her

smile that truly stole the show. Daniela Blue Friends and Family get together to welcome 2015 • In early January, I had a small gettogether. You know, about 150 to 200 guests, all gathered at the hottest new boutique-style restaurant in Wynwood, The Gang Miami. It was special evening for me because even though my sister is away working in Romania it was her birthday and I wanted to celebrate her life. Most of my Miami Family” said present at the get-together and I could definitely feel Blue Love in the air! • This past December, Nocturno magazine partnered with my luxury event planning company Daniela Blue to host a charity event at Mana Wynwood, alongside non-profit service organization, Kiwanis International, and The Victoria Law Group. Together we raised funds for Kiwanis International’s The Eliminate Project. The event held the weekend after Art Basel included artists Tomas Lowey, Zipora Rafaelov, and Stephen Gamson. The artists showcased beautiful displays of photography, cut out and pop art. • The Gang Miami, a new Asian-fusion restaurant, has found a home at the corner of 3500 North Miami Avenue. On the menu guests can find an Asian-Fusion cuisine with a variety of influences from Thailand, Vietnam and Europe. It was inspired by the owner’s family travels over the years to China, Singapore and Thailand.

hristmas 2014 Christmas in Miami is what dreams are made of. The heyday of snow-blanketed trees and blistering cold have been replaced by ornament-laden palm trees and crisp, 75-degree weather that engulfs the city- a dip cold enough to give us an excuse to break out the sexy boots and scarves in true Miami fashion. This year, I made my rounds as I happily paid a visit to close friends to celebrate the season the way it should be celebrated. My first stop was Seth Gissen, owner of Gissen+Zawyer (gzprocess.com), and Liza Le Donne’s picturesque home right on the water in Miami- yes, the same location where his notorious “No Rules” yacht is docked. Franck Dossa and David Ramos hosted the other fabulous Christmas party this year, witch was called – I ehat Christmas - This party was for the all our friends that don’t have they’re close ones with them during the Holidays, Franck wanted all of us to feel the family spirit so he decided to get the “Miami family” together. The event actually was to celebrate another occasion, witch was not mentioned on the invite, but was sent privately to every guest, as they wanted to surprise one of the most lovable personalities in Miami’s social circle, Christina Hampton, David Ramos wife. New Year’s Eve This year- like every year- there were tons of parties to go to around as the social calendar boasted must-attend party after party. As the international jet set flocked to Miami Beach to ring in the new year in a manner only Miamians know how, the ambiance was lively to say the least. As hard as it was to choose, I went by two of the best

celebrations- what I can personally attest to being the crème-de-la-crème. I was very happy to learn that my good friend Michael Saylor (microstrategy.com) was doing a very exclusive event- invite only- this year. An affair that tops every party-crashers ambitious agenda, Michael- and scores of black-suited security- kept it very private for only close friends and family The only access to the waterfront compound that towers over Pine Tree Drive was via his boat, Julia. The logistics, mapped out to the tee, specified that guests park in the lot on Collins Ave, then proceed to board the ferry to be taxied across the bay for a magical ride to the villa in what felt like a fairytale. Upon arrival to his castle, the house staff pieced together an absolutely divine multi-course seated dinner for guests to feast. Making sure to leave no stone unturned, Michael arranged for several food trucks and bars to be on-hand at all times, ensuring each guests’ every whim was catered. Moreover, the pulsating beats of Burnt Sienna headlined the affair and kept the ballroom pumping all night. n New Year’s Eve, Villa Vecchia looked spectacular, outfitted in dimly light passageways and per fectly-manicured shrubbery galore. A stray from the “expected,” it was not crowded, but rather just perfect. With plenty of eye candy on which to fixate, every painstaking detail was flawlessly executed, as always. My plus one for the event was my dear friend and famed photographer, Tomas Loewy. In what truly felt like home, it was endearing to be amongst all of our friends, both local and from afar. The atmosphere was elegant and cheerful, as I have to say that Michael

outdid himself once again. The latter of the two parties I attended was hosted by Eduardo Marquez of Lucky Player Vodka (luckyplayervodka.com). He and his gorgeous wife, Gaby, hosted a very select, over-thetop party at their gorgeous mansion on Sunset Island 2 in Miami Beach. In retrospect, it was with a solemn kiss that I said goodbye to 2014 and with a willing embrace that I welcomed 2015. Amazing people, amazing venues, amazing parties- a unanimous 10 out of 10 in my book! A Word from our Dear Friend, Thomas Kramer DB: South Beach is not the same without you- where are you now? What have you been up to? TK: No wonder it’s not the same- when I’m not around, they cannot bitch about my parties! Right now, I’m in the Alps skiing, visiting good friends. I’ve been traveling around the world to Dubai, Pakistan, France, Switzerland, Belgium, England, Austria, Italy, Spain, Bulgaria, Israel and a few more. I work out every day for three hours doing Bikram yoga, mountain biking, skiing and the gym and changed my whole diet. Healthy living! I decided to have some fun instead of being an underpaid caretaker on Star Island! DB: Are you coming back to the beach? TK: Absolutely! DB: A message from TK to Miami TK: I LOVE YOU ALL! TK’s Personal Remarks: “At my age, I’ve seen it all, I’ve heard it all, I’ve done it all, I just can’t remember it alL.

STEPHANE CHICHE & DAVID RAMOS

Miami’s VIP photographers

tephane Chiche and David Ramos are experienced photographers who cover Miami’s most luxurious events. They’ve managed to integrate themselves into the very fabric of the exclusive social scene in Miami. They shoot nothing but the most VIP events ranging from lavish private soirées to a slew of other similar affairs. However, now they will add Nocturno World to their accomplished résumés as we couldn’t be any happier to have them join our team! We all got together for a cup of coffee and a little Q & A. N: How did you end up in Miami? SC: I originally moved from Paris to New York to work as a technology consultant at some top Wall Street firms. I had to travel extensively around the country for my job and it is during one of these trips that I first discovered Miami. Later, some members of my family moved here so I started visiting more often, really enjoying the people, but especially the weather! Around two and a half years ago, I decided to come here and stay permanently, a decision I am definitely not regretting! I focus more on photography now, but I am still involved in technology; especially when it comes to social media. I’m actually working on a new social media platform at the moment! DR: I was born in Miami. I have traveled quite a bit and really like to visit other places, but enjoy living here the most. The city has a special mix of people and energy that is unique! As the saying goes, “if it isn’t broke, don’t fix it,” right? Furthermore, I feel like this city, with regards to my line of work, offers opportunities that few other cities can’t offer and I felt that I should stick with what works. Fortunately, what “works” happened to be the city that I am lucky enough to call home.

BY Daniela Blue Sonnenfeld

N: How did you get involved with the Miami’s high society? SC: At Art Basel, 2 years ago. One of my friends from New York invited me to this party at Michael Saylor’s mansion. Arriving by boat, my initial impression of Villa Vecchia was majestic and the beautiful crowd dressed in Roaring 20’s outfits threw you back into the Gatsby era. A week later, one of my new friends took me to Miro’s birthday party, another fabulous event that takes place

annually on Palm Island. I realized then, that many of the same people were there, going from one amazing private event to the next! This was a world of exclusivity! I love socializing and meeting new, interesting people, and Miami doesn’t disappoint; it is full of characters larger than life and of course the most amazingly beautiful women in the world! I was hooked! R: Mostly by growing up in Miami. I’m involved with many circles of friends, organizations and charities that, over time, developed into longstanding friendships. Photography is a great way to give back and also help bridge and

strengthen the friendship between many mutual friends. N: It’s very unusual for two photographers of your caliber, working in the same city, to be so close. How did you guys become friends? SC: David has been a huge inspiration to me! I distinctly recall the first time I saw some of his photos on social media, at the “Arabian night” event at Thomas Kramer’s 5 Star Island and how it made me want to have been there! They weren’t just photos from a hired hand, but from someone who clearly enjoyed being there, who was having a good time with friends- and the energy of the photos clearly reflected this! It made me realize how interesting and fun it would be to document the Miami party life and its participants, while also being part of it! And not just the over-the-top events but also regular ones- the gallery openings and so on. It was actually at one of these, more low-key, events that I really met David and his wife Christina! These two are a team and the kindest, funniest and most real people you will ever meet in Miami. How could I not fall under their charm? Just the other night, David and Christina insisted on driving me home, even though it was totally out of their way. I’m proud to call them friends! DR: Miami has a relatively small community of active photographers. It’s not uncommon to see each other at several events over time and develop friendships. I think most of us think of each other as part of a tight-knit community and have a lot of mutual respect; and Stephane, in particular, is an awesome, funny and charismatic guy so, it came naturally. I feel that there’s an interesting dynamic at work in South Florida; the opportunities for those in our industry don’t necessarily provoke competition but promote cross-collaboration. We have different styles and fortés, which can be mutually beneficial if used as a vehicle for growth.

CHESS PARTY

n Friday, January 30th, we celebrated Paige E Johnston’s birthday. It was a very sexy and fun party. At our friends Miro Viglianesi’s beautiful home on Palm Island, the theme was – chess - all guests were asked to wear white or black. All invitees danced to the tunes of our friend and famous DJ Lee Kalt that

performed outstanding (as always) throughout the night. She had a beautifully decorated white and black chess cake and Paige looked like a true princess, changing outfits, dazzling everyone each time with a new look. Guests enjoyed performances provided by Kahlil, two alluring models in edgy outfits shooting sparkles around. I’m happy to say I was part of the production, it was simply, in one word, extraordinary! PHOTOS STEPHANE

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