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1Distraction Inside Miami’s Neighborhoods

CONTENTS the magazine of the students of the university of miamiinside miami’s neighborhoods

november 2011

table of

IN THE MARGINS 4

5

6

7

Taking On Miami With $50 or LessBY AIMEE ALLEN, SASHA BLANEY AND ALEXANDRA SOLANO

Brickell vs. GroveBY NANCY OBEN

The ‘Poles’ Are In: Which Strip Club Rules Them All?BY JOHN LYONS-HARRISON

I Love Miami Because...BY ELIZABETH FOLEY

AHEAD OF THE CURVE8

9

Midtown: The Foodie’s New Guilty PleasureBY ALEXANDRA LEON

Sak Pase, Nap BouleBY EMMA REYES AND LAURIE CHARLES

THROUGH THE LENS10 Characters

A series of personalities that make Miami what it is.

FASHION11

21

Tribal TouchBY SARAH BROMLEY AND ANA CALDERONE

Style Made EasyBY SARAH BROMLEY AND ANA CALDERONECheck out these boutiques.

IN THE LOOP22 Miami’s Hottest Nightclubs

BY MALEANA DAVIS AND ZACHARY TIAN

THE MAIN EVENT24

28

Hometown BoysBY AUSTEN GREGERSON AND REBECCA LATTANZIO

Miami Has A New DayBY JONATHAN BORGE

END NOTES32 Bodypaintography

BY MARCHESA BERGMAN

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With the Golden Era

upon us, it’s an exciting time

to be a Miami Hurricane: U.S.

News & World Report ranks

UM as the 38th best university

in the country, an illustrious

mural now modernizes the

UC and an ambitious Student

Activities Center is slated for

a summer 2013 completion.

And while The U continues

to improve and expand in The

City Beautiful, Miami is experiencing a rebirth of sorts – the

perfect reason for producing an issue that showcases Miami’s

neighborhoods.

Though we love South Beach and Coconut Grove, we

scoured the city to highlight promising boroughs that’ll keep

shoppers. Finally, we glimpse into the spring semester with a

feature on the many UM baseball players who grew up in Little

Four years and eleven issues later, let’s not forget that

like Miami, Distraction

most stylish students. Be sure to check out new content found

exclusively online: our “Rant of the Issue,” “Person of Interest,”

December/January calendar and a preview of Art Basel Miami

next on distractionmagazine.com.

Go ‘Canes!

Jonathan Borge

“I liked the men’s alcohol

guide and how the writer

broke it down. I learned a lot

of things I didn’t know about.

But, I thought some of the

guys featured throughout

the magazine were kind of

douchey.”

“I liked the man’s guide to

tailgating, especially the part

about how to get girls. The

tattoo piece was interesting

too because it’s cool to see

what tattoos people get.”

“The Men’s Issue should have

probably included something

from the gay community. The

fashion spread looked great

though! Also, we liked that as

girls we still liked it and could

read it!”

“I loved the guide to drinking

like a man. I thought it was

really cool showing all the

different kinds of alcohol.”

“I have been wanting to try

Kane Steakhouse since I read

the article. It just kind of

sucks that the Miami Spice

menu isn’t available all year. I

am going to wait for it and go

next year though.”

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With the city outside

their doorstep, students

at the University of

Miami strive to work

hard and play harder. The

mixture of vibrant water

colors and an evolving

skyline illustrates the bold

dynamic of a student body

ready to explore Miami

outside of Coral Gables.

The Issue Eleven, November 2011 Distraction is dubbed “Inside Miami’s

Neighborhoods.” Students at the University of Miami in Coral Gables, Fla.

Distraction. City Graphics and NU-PRESS Miami

gloss stock. The entire magazine is printed four-color and saddle stitch bound. Most text is nine-point

Garamond with 1.8 points of leading set ragged with a combination of bold, medium and italic. All

handled in PhotoShop and Illustrator.

Distraction is published twice a semester for the entire student body

umiami.edu. All articles, photographs and illustrations are copyrighted by the University of Miami. For

additional information, please visit distractionmagazine.com.

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Editor-in-ChiefJonathan Borge

Executive EditorKyli Singh

Art DirectorIvana Cruz

Photo EditorRachel Steinhauser

Assistant Photo EditorRaquel Zaldivar

Copy Chief

In the Margins EditorAshley Brozic

Ahead of the Curve Editor Rebecca Lattanzio

Fashion EditorSarah Bromley

Assistant Fashion EditorAna Calderone

In the Loop EditorErik Biggart

The Main Event EditorKelsey Pinault

End Notes EditorAdaeze Ajoku

Blog Editor Sasha Blaney

Web Editor

Business ManagerMason Clark

PR ManagerVeronica Ramirez

Assistant PR ManagerRachel Kliger

Faculty AdviserRandy Stano

Designers Claudia Aguirre

Sophianna Bishop

Nikhil Ghorpade

Meghan Hanrahan

Natasha Ramchandani

Jamie Shankman

IllustratorsCarlos Mella

Wu Haoyu

PhotographersEla Apa

Richard M. Bassett

Cynthia Fleischmann

Cynthia Hanrahan

Carissa Harris

WritersAimee Allen

Marchesa Bergman

Laurie Charles

Meleana Davis

Austen Gregerson

Alexandra Leon

John Lyons-Harrison

Juan Pellerano

Emma Reyes

Alexandra Solano

Zachary Tian

Copy EditorsEmma Ambler

Distraction welcomes students

from any major or school within the

university to get involved with the

publication. We always seek writers,

photographers, designers, models, web

editors, public relations representatives,

advertising sales representatives and

distribution workers. Please email

of interest, preferred email address

and phone number, and he will put you

in touch with the appropriate editors.

Thank you for your interest.

psychology major and art minor, she enjoys running,

dancing and being the president of No Zebras,

an organization that raises awareness about sexual

pursuing a doctorate degree in clinical psychology.

Jamie is a sophomore from Connecticut who is

has a strong passion for graphic design and the arts.

After graduation, she hopes to pursue a career in the

magazine industry and New York City design world.

She is additionally a self-proclaimed foodie, fashionista

and live music fanatic.

A sophomore majoring in business administration

job that incorporates her love for writing, international

business and travel.

I recently discovered something new about Florida: Coral Castle. With admission set at a low $12, I was in love as soon as I heard of the bizarre story behind its creation.

Originally constructed in Florida City and later moved to Homestead, Coral Castle was built between 1923 and 1951 by Edward Leedskalnin. He built the Castle as a tribute to the 16-year-old woman that he loved.

All the furniture in the house is made of coral - reading chairs, a table shaped like the state of Florida, a sundial, sun couch, bathroom, bedroom and even a cooker. The most fascinating piece was the make-up chair: a set of two chairs that face each other Leedskalnin thought this resolved arguments. The complexity of this work amazed me.

Homestead is also home to the Knaus Berry Farm where you can pick your own strawberries and tomatoes. What started out as

just a small farm on the side of the road 50 years ago is now a bakery. You can pick up a variety of baked goods made with strawberries as well as other fruits such as key lime pie and cheesecake.

On my visit, I decided to go strawberry picking for the full Knaus Berry Farm experience. Prices vary on the market price

expensive and more fresh than the grocery store. With just $20, you get more than enough fruit and sweets while staying within your $50 budget.

I could never pass up a milkshake so I decided to order one with the strawberries I picked myself. Milkshakes are an affordable $4.50.

The short ride to the farm is very worth it for a day of Florida sun, fresh produce and baked goods.

To start off my Key Biscayne day I went to Donut Gallery, a small, diner style restaurant with low prices and American classics.

I got “The Sunriser,” a dish with pancakes, eggs, ham, bacon, sausage, coffee and a small orange juice (all for $6.25)!

For an exotic late lunch or dinner, Costa Med is the best choice. The menu is an eclectic mix of Mediterranean and Italian cuisine, but it can still cater to any college student’s appetite and budget. I tried an amazing homemade spinach and ricotta ravioli with diced tomatoes and basil for $15.

After a day of eating, what other way to

burn the calories than a relaxing walk on the beach? Check out Bill Baggs Cape Florida State Park. There is a small fee to enter but the beaches are usually empty and parking is plentiful.

The best part about this beach is the Cape Florida Lighthouse - the oldest standing structure in Miami-Dade County. Park guests are encouraged to enjoy the outdoors with biking, hiking and more. Though peace and quiet are promised, the beach closes at sunset and beer is not allowed. Get there early and then head to a bar.

As a Miami native, I have been surrounded by Cuban culture for as long as I can remember. But for some reason, I have never visited Little Havana. So on a breezy Saturday afternoon I set out to the infamous Calle Ocho.

As any true Cuban will tell you, Versailles on 35th and Eighth St. is the best of them all. With its extravagant mirrored walls and gaudy chandeliers, the restaurant is an overly-embellished impersonation of King Louis XIV’s palace.

I went into the restaurant and ordered a medianoche, a sandwich with thin slices of ham, roast pork, Swiss cheese and pickles all atop a sweet, yellow egg bread. I also ordered mariquitas, which are toasted thin plantains, and a warm sopa de lentejas, also known as lentil soup.

After my meal, I proceeded to the center of Little Havana to the Little Havana Cigar Factory. Outside, I could already catch a whiff of musty sharp tobacco leaves. I bought a cigar that was “toasty,” as described by the “Cigar Specs” label attached.

In search of a dessert, I passed by Azucar Ice Cream Company which makes homemade Cuban ice cream. I chose vanilla ice cream covered in hot fudge and a Cuban coffee - a delicious combination.

Then, I went to the Tower Theater to

Me a Story,” about a female talk show host that causes controversy when she dedicates her show to women’s issues.

With just $50 in Little Havana, I was able to eat a $25 delicious meal, buy a $15 “toasty” Cuban cigar as a souvenir, delight in a heavenly ice cream treat for $4 and purchase a $6 ticket to

words_alexandra solano.

words_sasha blaney.

words_aimee allen.

MIAMI WITH$50 OR LESS

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GROVE VS. BRICKELLGoing out this weekend? Let Distraction be your guide for the ins and outs of two favorite nighttime

neighborhoods. Brickell is great for a fun Friday night and the Grove is a Thirsty Thursday main-

stay. Here’s how to drink, dress and play, told by Miami’s experts—students at The U.

words_nancy oben.

design_ivana cruz.

photos_raquel zaldivar and ela apa.

The city of Miami is known for many things: the fabulous weather, a diverse cultural make-up, an exciting nightlife and of course, beautiful women. When you combine nightlife with gorgeous women, you get scores of award-winning strip clubs that are located all around the Miami area. If you ever feel like you need a little bro time on a Friday night, there’s no better place to kick back and enjoy yourself than at one

too soon?)! So grab your friends and some dollar bills for an excellent night out.

words_ john lyons-harrison. photo_ rachel steinhauser. design_natasha ramchandani.illustration_ela apa and natasha ramchandani.

Tootsies150 NW 183rd St., Miami Gardens, 305.651.5822.

Pink Pussycat3890 NW 36th St., Miami, 305.633.4000.

BT’s5922 S. Dixie Highway,

Miami., 305.663.4567.

Labare5325 NW 77th Ave., Doral,

305.873.6449.

BARE NECESSITYBare Necessity is located down South Dixie

Highway and is just a $15 cab ride from campus. It has a bit of a reputation among UM students for being a little seedy, but it serves its function well as an intimate, 18 and up strip club with a relaxing atmosphere.

“I can’t afford to be dropping cash all the

said. However, there are a few downsides. There

is a $25 cover for those under 21. Those who can legally drink do not have to pay cover, but are required to buy two drinks an hour. Fortunately, they have a well-stocked bar.

If you want your experience to be a low-key and reasonably priced affair, Bare Necessity will do the job. For a more lavish trip, read on.

CLUB MADONNAClub Madonna is your typical Miami Beach

strip club. The music is bumping, but there is an unfortunate shortcoming of attractive women. On the plus side, you can print a two-for-one lapdance coupon online.

Regardless of your age, you are not allowed to have alcoholic drinks. However, you are strongly encouraged to buy a bottle of water or other non-alcoholic beverages.

The dancers did not seem enthusiastic to be there, but they did their job well. Madonna’s is a solid place as long as you’re not looking to drink, and don’t mind the hefty $50 cab ride from UM.

BEACH HOUSE CABARETEven though it is farther from campus,

Beach House Cabaret is a truly wonderful place. The dancers are not only uniformly gorgeous and attentive, but they also make sure you feel comfortable and have a good time.

“The House is on the way home from work and the [girls] are all good with everything,” said

Overall, the Beach House Cabaret can be quite a costly adventure between the cover charge, drinks and the cost of dances and tips. But if you have the cash, this is the place to go.

It’s an experience straight out of the movies and it will certainly be a night well spent.

Our suggestion? Find a friend with a car to avoid the whopping taxi cost and spend your hard earned cash at Beach House Cabaret.

*The asterisk denotes a name that has been changed in the story. For obvious reasons, these students did not wish

“We are the

most

international

city on the

east coast.”

“There are

no rules!”

“It’s a

playground

for adults.”

“Because Will Smith

said so (gettin’ jiggy with it).”

“Of the

boats and

bitches.”

“It is the

perfect

balance of

working hard

and playing

hard.”

“Miami

is where

the freaks

come out.”

“There are

so many

different

cultures.”

“Of the hot

women

and the

sexy vibe.”

“The

Latinas

are sexy.”

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CHEDDAR BACONGRILLED CHEESE ON PARMESAN CRUSTED SOURDOUGHThe bread is crusted by melting

cheese on the sandwich press and

HONEY ORANGEBABY BACK RIBSWITH GINGERBRUSSEL SPROUTSThis is Chef Hales’ favorite dish.

Hales says he would bet all his

money on it.

50 MILE SALADIt’s true to its name - the

ingredients are all sourced within 50

miles!

SMOKED NORTHATLANTIC SALMON SANDWICHAside from cheese platters, The

Cheese Course offers sandwiches

andsalads.

SHRIMP UDONNOODLE BOWLThe combination of coconut milk and

pineapple chili makes this dish ideal for

those daring food experts.

words_alexandra leon. photo_richard m. bassett. design_jamie shankman.

MIDTOWNTHE FOODIE’S NEWGUILTY PLEASURE

MUST-HAVE

DISHES

angelina’s

coffee & yogurt

sakaya kitchen

sustain

the cheese course

gigi

Is it just us at Distraction or is dining in

Coral Gables getting just a little...predictable?

Assuming you’re unwilling to lay down the big

bucks for an undersized and often bland meal,

you’re stuck with the same old college dining

options that lack originality.

Enter Midtown.

What was once a ghost town of lifeless

condos and an average shopping mall has

become Miami’s newest and most favored foodie

destination.

“Midtown came out of the blue,” said Lee

Klein, food critic for The Miami New Times.

“It’s a nice mix and at this point it’s one of the

best neighborhoods to dine in Miami.”

For a place where you can get stuffed pork

buns, pumpkin guacamole, $1 beer and grilled

cheese sandwiches all within a few blocks, it’s

easily the most diverse and localized dining scene

in the city.

Case and point: Angelina’s Coffee and

Yogurt. “It’s a smaller area so we have a lot of

local customers in a friendly environment,” said

Rachel Fuxa, a barista at Angelina’s.

Here you can eat the most amazing grilled

cheese sandwich. Tempt your sweet tooth with

frozen yogurt.

Within walking distance of Angelina’s there

are guacamoles and tacos at Mercadito, organic

mac ‘n cheese at Sustain, New York style pies at

Primo Pizza and custom cheese platters at The

Cheese Course.

culinary radar two years ago with the opening

of Chef Richard Hales’ Sakaya Kitchen. At the

time, the most interesting restaurant around

was Five Guys Burgers and Fries, an exciting

franchise addition to Miami that drew long lines

of customers, but didn’t add much creativity.

While Hales was scoping out the location

for a new bar concept, he noticed that the

seafood restaurant next to Five Guys wasn’t

doing as hot. In a matter of only two weeks, he

bought out Captain Joe Seafood and Pasta Grill

restaurant at the Shops at Midtown Mall.

“I think I showed people that you can be

really successful here,” Hale said. “I wanted

to cater to what the place needed which was

elevated food that was still affordable. Now as

each restaurant has opened, it’s all elevated even

more.”

What keeps people coming back to

Midtown is the casual and trendy atmosphere

created by its proximity to Wynwood and

the Design District. Art walkers can stop by

100 Montaditos which is open for late-night

sandwich platters and cheap bear. Everything

here is $1 on Wednesdays.

After hitting up cozy rock club Bardot,

hungry audiophiles can stop by Gigi a few blocks

over for late-night sushi or barbecue.

“If you go to South Beach, it’s more

touristy. If you go to the Gables or the Grove,

it’s neighborhood-type restaurants with a bar

scene,” Klein said. “Midtown is more modern;

there’s contemporary cuisine with a hipper vibe.”

CULINARY JAUNT. The chefs at Gigi begin to dish out delectable selections for a late-night crowd. The restaurant is small but patrons wait to enter outside the door.

8 Distraction Ahead of the Curve


THE FOODIE’S NEWGUILTY PLEASURE

SAK PASE NAP BOULEHAITIAN CULTURE CLOSE TO HOMEit’s hard to stand out. But one neighborhood

has done just that: Little Haiti. By preserving,

celebrating and honoring the roots of its people,

Little Haiti has made history in Miami.

Reigning as the second largest Haitian

neighborhood outside of the Caribbean, Little

Haiti got its start in the 1970s when Haitians

began migrating to South Florida in hopes of

a new life. The neighborhood has grown ever

since.

Today, more than ever, the streets of Little

Haiti are reminiscent of Port-Au-Prince, the

Haitian capital.

Colorful murals of fruits, voodoo dolls

and everything Creole line building walls while

passersby greet each other. Restaurants selling

pate and griyo can be found on every corner.

Take a stroll in this neighborhood and you

will be sure of one thing, Little Haiti is proud of

its culture.

The Little Haiti Cultural Center was

designed to bring the community together

in order to promote, showcase and support

Afro-Caribbean culture. Even the center’s

architecture is symbolic of Haitian heritage.

Tracy R. Lozama, a spokesperson for the

Little Haiti Cultural Center, said “the Haitian

design of the building. The colors are bright and

vibrant.”

The Center has a dance, theater and visual

arts team that perform and showcase their art

throughout the year. Every third Friday, Little

Haiti also opens up with a free night of music,

art, food, culture and fun.

Free music on the plaza of the Cultural

Center is produced by The Rhythm Foundation

while visitors see world class exhibits in the

center gallery and kids interact with hands-on

activities, Lozama said.

Along with cultural activities in the center,

an individual and community impact is made as

well.

Haitian-born artist, painter and sculptor

Edouard Duval-Carrie has been embracing

his culture through his work for years. His

inspiration lies within his heritage and he has

showcased his art in galleries across the United

States.

“Culture helps develop your self-esteem

get to know yourself and accept yourself,”

Duval-Carrie said.

His work consists of a myriad of images

dancing to rhythmic Haitian music and Haitian

lifestyle in general. The impact of his art,

however, goes beyond aesthetic beauty. Duval-

Carrie’s hope is to not only inspire the youth

their passion, but to provide a source of identity.

“I hope I make people more conscious with

my work. I hope that it inspires young Haitians

in Miami to get involved with understanding

where they come from and their history and to

act upon it,” Duval-Carrie said.

People like Lozama and Duval-Carrie are

the reason that Little Haiti, a relatively small

neighborhood nestled in the middle of a major

urban city, has been able to maintain its unique

“In Haiti, [the youth] don’t have the same

access to information and education that they

have here,” Duval-Carrie said. “I hope my work

entices them to know more about their culture

and to pitch in intellectually and in the future,

Haitian culture has always set itself apart

from its island neighbors. It’s one that makes

people are more colorful. Lucky for us, we don’t

have to travel to the Caribbean to experience it.

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COURTYARD ART. the same energetic spirit felt in the center’s indoor galleries and stage performances.

IN LIVING COLOR. The mural outside the Little Haiti Cultural Center depicts different aspects of the Haitian lifestyle and culture.

10 Distraction Through the Lens

THROUGHLENSTHE

design_sophianna bishop. photos_ela apa, rachel steinhauser and raquel zaldivar.


From Lincoln Road to Coconut Grove, no two individuals in Miami are alike. Together, the denizens of the city bring out their individuality to create a dynamic atmosphere. The photographs in “Through the Lens” illustrate a series of Miamians who are ubiquitously known but still remain anonymous. Whether it’s an Elvis Presley impersonator or a photo-friendly cab driver, they each offer a snapshot of the place we’re so lucky to call home. Distraction presents some of Miami’s most unique characters. Photo by Ela Apa.

11Distraction The Neighborhood Issue

THERAVEN

Robert Kraft takes a break after

his daily eight-mile run. Since Jan.

1, 1975, this runner and country

songwriter has used the streets of

South Beach as his track.

Photo By Raquel Zaldivar.



SPIDERMAN

An iconic Lincoln Road

character, this Elvis Presley

impersonator plays Elvis

songs and shows the

crowd many of Elvis’ most

famous dance moves.

Photo by Raquel Zaldivar.

THEKING

Shaun Emerson, our friendly neighborhood Spiderman, gives both

locals and tourists rides through Coconut Grove on his rickshaw, a

human-powered cart. Photo by Rachel Steinhauser.

13Distraction The Neighborhood Issue

CABDRIVERThis taxi driver, known as

Fatboy Mullet, is unlike

any other. His passenger

seat rotates 180 degrees,

offering his customers

a unique taxi-riding

experience. He is mostly

known for taking polaroid

pictures of his passengers

and handing them the

photo as a souvenir.

Photo by Rachel Steinhauser.


14 Distraction Fashion

touch


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On Gabrielle: Jumpsuit, Tibi. Sale Rack; shopthesalerack.com.Kimono, Reverse. LF Stores, 305.672.4928; lfstores.com. Necklace, Bracelet, Sale Rack. Ring, House of Harlow 1960. Nic del Mar, 305.442.8080; nicdelmar.com. Shoes, Rachel Comey; rachelcomey.com.

Whitney Eve. Nic del Mar. Bralette, LF Stores. Shorts, Camilla & Marc, Sale Rack. Necklace, LF Stores. Shoes,

Photo by Sarah Bromley.


16 Distraction Fashion16 Distraction Fashion

Pairing prints with patterns adds a distinctive edge.

On Gabrielle: Romper, Ark & Co. The Dressing Room, 305.668.4440; thedressingroom.net. Top, The Dressing Room. Bracelet, Sale Rack, 305.537.6078; shopthesalerack.com. Earrings, JewelMint; jewelmint.com. Socks,

americanapparel.net. Shoes,

;

Indah. Nic del Mar, 305.442.8080; nicdelmar.com. Pants, Flying Monkey. The Dressing Room. Belt, LF Stores, 305.672.4928; lfstores.com. Bag, Wayuu Taya, Nic del Mar. Bracelets, Sale Rack. Shoes, BCBGeneration.Macy’s Dadeland, 305.662.3400; macys.com.


textures to intensify your look.

Mouille. Nic del Mar; nicdelmar.com. Jean Vest, The Dressing Room, 305.668.4440; thedressingroom.net. Fur Vest, Story of Lola. LF Stores, 305.672.4928; lfstores.com. Shorts, The Ragged Priest. LF Stores. Hair Chain, Belle Noel, Nic del Mar. Shoes, Campbell. LF Stores.

Acacia Swimwear.Nic del Mar. Shorts, The Ragged Priest. LF Stores.Tights, LF Stores. Jacket, Vintage. Sale Rack, 305.537.6078; shopthesalerack.com. Shoes, Steve Madden. Macy’s Dadeland; macys.com.


Play with a variety of uniquely tailored pieces.

Love. LF Stores. Skirt, Love. LF Stores. Belt, Sale Rack. Earrings, Sale Rack. Hat, Vintage. Sale Rack. Socks,

americanapparel.net. Shoes, Dolce Vita. LF Stores.

On Gabrielle: Top, Vintage. Sale Rack. Poncho, Qed London. LF Stores. Leggings,

americanapparel.net. Earrings, JewelMint; jewelmint.com. Necklace, AK Vintage. Nic del Mar.Bracelets, Sale Rack. Shoes,

LF Stores.


20 Distraction Fashion20 Distraction Fashion

Use bold colors to emphasize neutral prints.

On Gabrielle: Dress, Rory Beca. Sale Rack, 305.537.6078; shopthesalerack.com. Cheetah Jacket, Avalon. Sale Rack. Denim Jacket, American Eagle

; ae.com. Sunglasses, LF Stores, w305.672.4928; lfstores.com. Shoes, Steve Madden. LF Stores.

Vintage. Sale Rack. Poncho, Vintage. Sale Rack. Belt, Sale Rack. Hat, LF Stores. Socks, Gap; gap.com. Shoes, Dolce Vita. LF Stores.


STYLE MADEwords_sarah bromley and ana calderone. photo_sarah bromley and ana calderone.design_sarah bromley and ivana cruz.

244 NE 1st Ave., Miami, 305.371.2063

SHOE GALLERY

NIC DEL MAR

475 Biltmore Way, Coral Gables, 305.442.8080

THE DRESSING ROOM

ISLAND LIFE.

5829 SW 73rd St., Suite 9, South Miami, 305.668.4440

FLY BOUTIQUE

650 Lincoln Rd., Miami Beach, 305.604.8508

VINTAGE. time treasures sit all

SWAGGER.

22 Distraction In the Loop

CAMEO

LIV

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It’s very common to see a celebrity at a nightclub in Miami. When they vacation here, they never miss out on visiting the hottest clubs on South Beach. Whether they’re hosting an event, performing or just trying to have a fun time, they love to be seen. Here’s a round-up of nine popular locations where the world’s most famous people are bound to be spotted.

1LIV always has a variety of DJs

partying and performing inside its doors. The club has two levels, making it easy for guests to look down and spot celebrities.

“LIV is a famous club so a ton of the celebrities go there to make appearances,” said junior Lauren Mastro. She has seen many celebrities including Drake, Kelly Osbourne, Wilmer Valderrama, Lil Jon and numerous Miami Heat players.

Most notably, the Dallas Mavericks partied at LIV and their owner Mark Cuban brought the championship trophy to the club after the NBA Finals last June.

Though this venue is a blast, always

remember to have a reservation and bring plenty of cash - getting in isn’t easy.

LIV, 4441 Collins Ave., Miami Beach,

305.674.4680.

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Located on Washington Ave., Cameo Nightclub is known to host some of the hottest parties in Miami.

Last summer, T.I. held his wedding

after-party at Cameo. Some of the celebrities in attendance included Usher, Nelly, Jermaine Dupri, Jamie Foxx and Rihanna.

“Cameo is the best place to see celebrities because the majority of the VIP section is in the center of the club,” said junior Cat Tracy. Tracy has spotted Chris Brown, Nelly, Bow Wow, Ray J and Lil Wayne. “If a celebrity is at Cameo, it’s more than likely that you’ll see them.”

Recently, J. Cole hosted his concert after-party at the club and even performed for the guests.

Cameo, 1445 Washington Ave., Miami Beach,

786.235.5800.

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CELEBRITY SPOTTING. Though

the nightclubs on Ocean Drive were

more famous in the ‘80s, tourists

glimpse of Art Deco style.


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At Nikki Beach you will always

international crowds. The club is renowned for its surreal beauty and hedonistic style. It is one of the few places where champagne and cocktails are accompanied by contemporary European delights and mood enhancing tunes.

“Nikki Beach has nice white lounge beds on the beach with a fun crowd and their strawberry mojitos are amazing,” said senior Mary Wang.

Nikki Beach, One Ocean Drive, Miami Beach,

305.538.1111.

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3“Four Play Fridays” at Club Play

have quickly become a hub for the local hip-hop scene. Known for successful birthday bashes, Play has rung in another year for Chris Brown, Lil Wayne, Rick Ross, Soulja Boy and Angela Simmons. Miami Heat players LeBron James and Dwyane Wade have also been seen.

Chi-town rivals Derrick Rose

and Joakim Noah from the Chicago Bulls have walked past the velvet rope.

advantage of the upstairs lounge for exclusivity.

Club Play, 1045 Fifth St., Miami Beach,

305.532.4340.

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ARKADIA6Treating herself to some Magic City entertainment, Katy Perry has been spotted at Twist on South Beach. Twist is a staple of the local gay community with entrance lines folding around the block. As one of Miami’s largest gay nightclubs, it contains seven bars, each boasting a unique atmosphere. It’s fully equipped with the latest lighting and sound equipment for the full South Beach experience.

Twist, 1057 Washington Ave., Miami Beach,

305.538.9478.

MANGO’S

Located under LIV, Arkadia is a recent addition to the very popular Fontainebleau Miami Beach. Arkadia differs from LIV in size. The 300 guest capacity makes the experience more intimate.

Nick Cannon recently celebrated his

30th birthday at the nightclub and when

Drake celebrated his birthday with guests like Alex Rodriguez and Ashanti.

Arkadia, 4441 Collins Ave., Miami Beach,

305.674.4690.

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If you are craving an unforgettable experience with a bit of Latin spice, then Mango’s Tropical Cafe is the perfect venue for a taste of island life. Jennifer Lopez and Pitbull are commonly seen at this Latin style nightclub. Known for its thrilling entertainment and tropical ambience, Mango’s is conveniently located right on Ocean Drive. Salsa, merengue and reggae music each couple the plentiful Latin menu.

Mango’s, 900 Ocean Drive, Miami Beach, 305.673.4422.

Young Money Entertainment label, hosted an after party in October after Chris Brown’s FAME tour performance. That same month, Pharell Williams hosted a party for Kevin Durant’s birthday. Fabolous, 50 Cent, Diddy and Ray-J have made appearances in Dream’s VIP section.

Dream, 1532 Washington Ave., Miami Beach,

305.674.4444.

Though Dream holds up to 550 people in an 8,500 square ft. space, the club is very intimate. This past Memorial Day weekend, Drake made an appearance. Moreover, Tyga, an artist on Lil Wayne’s

Mansion is one of the most extravagant clubs in town. With fantastic music, gorgeous girls and over-the-top celebrations, Mansion knows the formula for ultimate crowd-pleasing. From fashion shows to burlesque acts and lavish events, parties are a staple at this club.

The interior design is spacious and there are multiple rooms that play a variety of

Drake, Enrique Iglesias and Pitbull are among the big names that have recently been spotted.

Mansion, 1235 Washington Ave., Miami Beach, 305.695.8411

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South Florida high schools are known for pumping out baseball players like it’s their job; the weather allows for year-round

not only full of potential but also wears “Miami” on their jersey with

BOYS

connection and familiarity made their transition

“Those of us who stayed down here stayed

people from Tamiami will come out and support

neighborhood west of downtown Miami with

“I just [went and] watched a little league

But Radziewski remembers more than just the good times during his days playing in the

by one of his current UM teammates remains

they always cheated! They would play down to

laughed off Radziewski’s claims of impropriety but remembers how much talent engulfed his

Baseball is as integral to the neighborhood

City boroughs may spend their after-school days

youth go to the baseball diamonds to take batting

Continuing his Miami baseball career just

connection to the city is as much a comfort as it

is an opportunity and a chance to wear the UM uniform he and many of his current teammates

Rodriguez Park is widespread across the

and I remember coming up here to watch games

their roots in those small Miami neighborhoods

coaches talk in Spanish to one another to keep

also has a reputation for drawing local crowds

Putting little league tiffs and high school

HOMETOWNBOYS

words_jonathan borge.photo_meghan hanrahan

and raquel zaldivar.design_ashley brozic

and ivana cruz.

Luring art-patrons from all across the globe, the 10th edition of Art Basel Miami Beach arrives in the Magic City this December. The four-day long showcase of both public and private exhibits, lectures, performances and parties is a living testament to the unprecedented growth of Miami’s art scene. From the streets of Wynwood to the sands of South Beach, Miami plays host to this worldly experience.

Outside of Basel, cultural institutions continue to mold Miami into a cosmopolitan city - the New World Symphony, Bass Museum of Art, Museum of Contemporary Art, Miami Art Museum, Adrienne Arsht Center for the Performing Arts and our very own Lowe Art Museum, to name a few.

But this playground we call home wasn’t always paradise for art lovers. In fact, Miami seemed to be on the fast-track to hell in the 1980s.

With a remarkable 623 recorded murders in 1981 alone, local and national media outlets heralded Miami-Dade as the “Murder Capital of the World.” A year later, the federal government seized 2.4 million pounds of marijuana in South Florida. Estimating that $7 billion, in cash, were smuggled into the U.S. through the area, The Washington Post soon after dubbed the city “The Wall Street of Dope.”

Today, signs of urban plight are still evident. A late-night drive down North Miami Avenue in downtown showcases an entire community of homeless people who sit among the 15.3 percent of Floridians in poverty and the 11.5 percent of unemployed Miamians. The annual murder rate has leveled below 100 since 1998 – a dramatic improvement from 623 – but is still one of the highest in the nation.

Interestingly, the 17.7 percent of Miami-Dade County residents who, according to the 2010 U.S. Census, live below the poverty line often struggle for life within walking

distance of some of the city’s most luxurious and elaborate high rises. The Icon Brickell, Epic Hotel and recent additions to the skyline welcome a new wave of domestic and international consumers willingly able to invest in multi-million dollar real estate ventures.

The extreme disparities in wealth between Overtown and Fisher Island further illustrate the distinctive lifestyles found in Miami. Located a few blocks northwest of downtown, Overtown has historically suffered from ongoing crime, poverty and an annual average income that repeatedly nears $13,000. Forbes reports that Fisher Island

the United States, with an average adjusted gross income of $3,234,000, strikingly different from that of Overtown.

“I think a lot of UM students aren’t educated (about poverty),” said Kristy Sessions, president of Students Together Ending Poverty at UM. “It’s really easy to just look away and not pay attention to Overtown, Liberty City and Brownsville. I think a lot of students aren’t aware of the community they’re living in, especially if they’re not from Miami.”

Despite ensuing turmoil, however, Miami seems to be on the brink of a Renaissance.

Each week, a slew of new nightclubs, restaurants, retail stores and galleries open across the city. In October alone, Yardbird Southern Table and Bar, Pubbelly Sushi, Barceloneta, Ricochet, Hibachi and Massimo’s were among the debuting eateries. South Beach recently welcomed its newest nightclub, Amnesia (which originally opened in 1984), and Amsterdam-based fashion brand Scotch & Soda popped into the Design District.

The expansion of nightlife is present with the success of LIV at the Fontainebleau Miami Beach, where “Dirty Harry Wednesdays” are particularly tailored to the UM crowd, according to Jimmy Vargas, director of sales and marketing at LIV and Arkadia. Next spring, Shake Shack is expected to make its grand arrival in Coral Gables, right across U.S. 1 in the current location of Smoke’t.

This Renaissance is particularly evident in two modern, expanding neighborhoods: Midtown and MiMo.

Molding the future of Miami, Midtown has rapidly grown into one of the most talked about neighborhoods in the country, particularly for its culinary scene. What was once home to the Florida East Coast Railroad and almost no sign of life is now a bustling milieu similar to that of New York’s SoHo district.

To date, restaurants like Sugarcane Raw Bar and Grill, Mercadito Midtown, Morgan’s and 100 Montaditos create the allure behind this walkable “city within a city.” Sculptures designed by famed Brazilian artist Romero Britto adorn an art park while Wynwood bars like Bardot and Cafeina attract a younger crowd. For Halloween, Midtown hosted “Back in Black,” a huge Ultra-like event inviting world renowned DJs to the likes of Erick Morillo, Sebastian Ingrosso and Alesso.

“It has a really cool vibe to it and has been compared to the feel of the Meatpacking and SoHo districts of New York and Lincoln Road in Miami Beach, without that pretentious-type feel to it. It’s really approachable and real,” said Jack Cayre, principal of the New York-based Midtown

Equities Group, the developer of Midtown Miami who is also creating the new World Trade Center.

The talked about success of Midtown is perhaps just the beginning. A new phase of the neighborhood dubbed the “Entertainment Block” will welcome a bowling concept similar to Lucky Strike in Miami Beach, a premium movie theatre similar to CineBistro at Dolphin Mall and a boutique hotel that may mirror The Standard in New York and Miami Beach.

Further north along Biscayne Boulevard, the historic Miami Modern (MiMo) district is on the cusp of emergence too. Mostly known for the mid-20th century architecture found on old hotels and motels - all of which contain multi-colored neon signs on each façade - MiMo is beginning to attract developers looking for a new destination. Recent additions have included Chef Michelle Bernstein’s Michy’s Restaurant, a gastronomical gem that has prompted Miamians to visit this newly called “Upper East Side.

“It’s an up-and-coming destination,” said Nancy Liebman, president of the MiMo Biscayne Association. “It’s still a little edgy and still needs a lot of support and nurturing but it has a lot of interest points. It is the only commercial historic district in Miami and also borders Wynwood and the Design District. It’s an interesting

collection of individual neighborhoods in the east side of the city.”

Outside of Midtown and MiMo, the development will continue.

With decadent restaurants like Sra. Martinez and high-end fashion houses like Christian Louboutin, the

Cartier, Chanel, Hermes and Gucci have all looked into opening a Design District outpost, this area has been rumored to become the Rodeo Drive (think Beverly Hills) and SoHo of the South.

In downtown, adjacent to the American Airlines Arena, an entire Museum Park will encompass the newly re-conceptualized Miami Art Museum and Patricia and Phillip Frost Museum of Science, which will begin to attract more visitors as of 2014.

Just a few blocks north, the current site of The Miami Herald has been purchased by The Genting Group, an Asian-based developer, and will be repurposed as Resort World Miami. According to The Miami Herald, this massive resort will house a 3.6-acre outdoor lagoon, four hotels, two condominium towers, more than 50 restaurants and bars and if approved by the state, casino gambling – a further catapult towards the worldliness of an already international Miami.

Have you ever wanted to bring what you love to life while sending an equally passionate message? Then take a look at artist Cynthia Fleischmann’s latest project.

Inspired by the Chilean artistic movement of Cuerpos Pintados, she became interested in painting others’ bodies as a form of art and as a means to appreciate oneself by appreciating the body. The former ‘Cane has found a way to effortlessly transform arms and legs into leopards, trees or even a forum against injustice.

First, she paints her models from head to toe (the face is always last) before having them

them in words to project a certain message about civil rights. Then, she photographs the

Similar to the signature many artists use to

piece will have red hands. According to Fleischmann, this is meant to symbolize the

Fleischmann’s international travels also serve as inspiration in the half Swiss, half American artist’s work, which has been featured across the globe. From live exhibitions at Art Basel in Switzerland, to collaborations with the Tonson 100 Gallery in Thailand, she’s been all over the world.

work as a teacher’s assistant in the photography department. On campus, you might even see her dancing at Salsa Craze, one of her favorite campus organizations.

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MODEL BEHAVIOR. Each Fleischmann piece is a representation of the model being painted. The meaning behind all the artwork is just as important as the look.

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