Candice Patton always knew she wanted to be a part of the entertainment industry. As a child, she watched I Love Lucy every single night; the show was her favorite, and Lucille Ball became her idol. “I fell in love with her and what she was doing,” says Candice. “Her ability to make people laugh —make me laugh— I just knew immediately, at a young age, watching her, that I wanted to do whatever it was she was doing. She was a big creative inspiration for me.” Candice’s father worked in the FBI, and while that piqued her interest, she always went back to acting. “For a while, I did consider the FBI or CIA… because I may get to be a spy and pretend to be other people,” she says. Candice quickly realized that there are less dangerous ways to explore other characters. “Everything that I toyed with outside of acting—which was very little—had to do with being an actor. Acting has always been the thing I’ve had my eye on since a young age.” Acting was Candice’s passion, and she was determined to make it happen. “Not everyone has the luxury of knowing what they want to do when they are young. So, when you do know, you should cherish that and do everything you can with it.” Now 31 years old, Candice portrays Iris West on The CW’s The Flash. The show is currently on its sixth season, with episode ten premiering on February 4th. Over the last six years, Candice has developed her character. “We will see a duality in Iris,” Candice says of what we can expect in the back half of the season. “There is a lot coming for her. She is a big part of the second half villain of season six. She is very much tied into that, so we’re going to see her a lot, her investigative side, her team at The Citizen,” she explains. “You see Grant [Gustin, who portrays Barry Allen/The Flash] develop more. We’re constantly out trying to solve this big mystery—it’s a lot of good stuff for Iris.” The Flash has been incredibly successful worldwide —the type of success that Candice once only dreamed of. “When you shoot a pilot, you always have in the back of your head that this might go nowhere. You don’t want to get too excited,” she says. And though Candice knew the show had potential, she never predicted this level of success. “Every year, when we got into filming season one and season two, the producer kept saying, ‘You can buy a house in Vancouver, you’re going to be here for a while’ —I didn’t believe him. Every year, I thought I would be moving back to L.A. and starting all over again.” Landing the role of Iris was Candice’s second big win. While she was in college at Southern Methodist University in Dallas, she entered a nationwide audition contest and won a role in The Young and the Restless. This was the start of her acting career. She flew to Los Angeles to film a couple of episodes. After filming was finished, she returned to Dallas to complete her degree in theater. As soon as Candice obtained her degree, she returned to L.A. to act. She booked supporting roles on a list of popular television shows, including, Entourage, Heroes, One Tree Hill, Grey’s Anatomy, and CSI: Miami. In 2013, she found a more permanent home on BET’s The Game. Candice was no stranger to the auditioning process when she read for the role of Iris. “I had seen an episode or two of Arrow, and I thought it was a cool reintroduction to comics on TV,” she says. While she’s gone on her fair share of auditions, Candice confesses that it’s normal to still get nervous and feel awkward doing them. “I think, for me, the biggest nerves that I have are surrounded by performing well — doing it as good as I did it in front of my mirror. When you walk into a room, there are all these things that come up —seeing all these actors in the waiting room, more famous actors, and expecting five people in the room and seeing seven. There are a lot of things that can rattle you and throw you off and defocus you from the work that you were doing when you were at home.” Because Candice didn’t immediately receive a callback, she assumed she didn’t get the job. A month later, she was invited back to do another take. This time around, it only took two days for her to hear back —she landed the role. “It’s a weird range of emotions,” says Candice, who quickly relocated to Vancouver to begin shooting the pilot. With filming taking place in Vancouver, Candice often feels isolated from the world, making it easy for her to forget that what she does on set daily has a global reach. “It’s crazy… sometimes I forget that. We shoot the show in this bubble in Vancouver, away from the world, away from our families and our friends. To me, it feels like I’m just going to my job every day, and I forget the impact that it has. It goes out into the world and people view it and consume it and it changes their lives. It’s a part of who they are. It’s important for me to remember that, because I don’t how many jobs I’ll have in my career that will have that sort of impact. I’m really lucky,” says Candice. Candice’s character Iris has impacted and inspired women all over the world. Tough and sassy, Candice is like Iris in some ways. “We both have a lot of fortitude and desire to keep pushing. She is always pushing for a story or a clue. I’m dogged in the same way in my life, in my career about going after things,” she says. “We both say what we need to say in order to get what we need done.” Candice shares that Iris is a little more romantic and optimistic than she is. “Iris believes in Barry. I’m a little more human —sometimes I don’t always see optimism in a situation, but she always does.” Candice has learned a few things from Iris over the years. “I respect her tenacity, her ability to fight for what’s right, no matter what. She is also human, one of the few humans on the show that we see. We never see her not having powers get in the way of helping. That’s a big lesson I’ve learned in my life, that it doesn’t matter how much access or money you have, if you want to help and do good, you should, and you do have the ability to do it.” Iris doesn’t normally have powers, but there is one episode where she does—and it was a whole new experience for Candice. “A lot of more exterior night shoots that I’m not used to,” she chuckles. “It was really fun, one of the funnest times I’ve had on the show because there was so much action and so much to do.” Candice has built her career mostly in television, and is no stranger to the pace of a television show. “Time is money so much on a television show. You have to get it because it’s airing in one month. There is a tighter timeline with television, especially when shooting. As an actor, you don’t spend as much time dissecting a character on set, you have to do all of that at home in your free time… There is something about film, when you are really taking your time and exploring every caveat of the story, you are discussing it with the director, getting into it with the other actors about what this scene means. It’s just a little more hands-on and artistic. You can have those moments on television, but when you are shooting 22 episodes a season, it’s a different machine.” Candice would like to explore film more. “I’m looking forward to doing more slower-pace, film-type work,” she says. “My instinct is to do something different.” Being a part of the superhero world on television has allowed Candice to connect personally with fans at Comic-Con, and connect with fellow actors who find themselves in the same place she’s in. It was a conversation with Caity Lotz from Legends that brought Shethority to life. The two found themselves connecting with fans at Comic-Con, listening to their incredible stories and felt a twominute conversation wasn’t enough. “There is only so much you can say in two minutes at a Comic-Con signing. We wanted to create a platform to encourage them, motivate them, for us to have a dialogue with them, and them have a dialogue with each other.” Shethority is a safe place for women to have conversations, inspire, and connect with each other. When Candice is not filming in Vancouver, she’s back in L.A. “I’m homesick all the time. I just want to be in the sunshine back at home.” At home, Candice likes to live a normal life as much as she can. “I like to hangout in my apartment, hangout with my friends, go to escape rooms, go bowling, just hang out in my house watching movies,” she says. And she doesn’t go anywhere without Zoey, her two-year old Maltipoo. Words by Claudia Paredes • Photo credit: Shane Mccauley • Stylist: Janelle Miller • Hair: Rena Calhoun • Make-up: Adam Burrell Follow Candice on Instagram and Twitter: @CandicePatton and don’t miss the return of The Flash on February 4th at 8 pm. Need to catch up? Stream the latest episodes on The CW for free.

The Adrienne Arsht Center for the Performing Arts of Miami-Dade County (@arshtcenter) announces the election of Aileen Ugalde as Chair of the Adrienne Arsht Center Trust (AACT) Board of Directors. The new slate of officers also includes Richard Milstein, Chair-Elect; Matilde Aguirre, Treasurer; Pierre Apollon, Assistant Treasurer; Hillit Meidar-Alfi, Secretary; and Lucille Zanghi, Assistant Secretary. "Aileen Ugalde is the perfect chair of the Trust and I look forward to working with her," said Adrienne Arsht, founding chairman of the Adrienne Arsht Center Foundation Board. "She has contributed so much to the Arsht Center while on the Trust Board these past few years. Complemented by Chair-Elect Richard Milstein and the other elected officers, Aileen and Johann will take the Center to new heights of excellence." "What an honor it is to be able to lead one of the premier performing arts centers in America, a place that has transformed and enriched our community," said Ugalde. "We can never say thank you enough to the County for its vision and to Adrienne Arsht for her support." A Miami native, Aileen Ugalde is the first Latina to chair the Trust Board and has served on the Board since 2015, most recently chairing the strategic planning committee. Ugalde is vice president and general counsel of the University of Miami. She was appointed to that role in 2006, and previously served as vice president for government affairs, assistant to the president, and as secretary to the Board of Trustees. She served as executive director of the 2004 Presidential Debate Committee, which hosted the first televised U.S. Presidential Debate in South Florida. Ugalde graduated magna cum laude from Harvard University with a degree in Latin American studies and international relations and earned her law degree with honors from the University of Miami. Photo credits: Lucille Zanghi, Aileen Ugalde, Richard Milstein, Hillit Meidar-Alfi, and Matilde Aguirre. Not pictured-Pierre Apollon. Photo by Eyeworks Production. Courtesy of arshtcenter.org

Dress: Retrofete Shoes: Gianni Bini Top: Nili Lotan Pants: Vince Trench Coat: Rag & Bone Hat: Goodfellow & Co. Top: Monse Pants: Jason Wu Boots: Ozark Trail Glasses: Tom Ford Top: Made Well Pants: Pallas Jacket: Blank Nyc Shoes: Time And Tru Glasses: Tom Ford Watch: Swatch Necklace: Vintage Top: Re/done Pants: Natasha Zinko Shoes: Time And Tru Top: Nili Lotan Pants: Tibi Watch: Bell & Ross Hat: Goodfellow & Co. Photographer: Orlando Behar. Model: Morgan Fletchall, Nomad Management La. Hair and Makeup Artist: Eri Vincent, Wilhelmina Artists

I’ve gone my life without really understanding my skin. It seems like I just know when it’s dry, but there is so much more my skin is trying to tell me, that I’m just failing to understand. That’s where ICI comes in. Made by Clartici, this innovative device fits right in the palm of my hand and will tell me everything I need to know about my skin and how to keep it looking young. At first, I was skeptical. Coupled with the Clartici App, ICI provides a daily skincare routine that will improve the overall health of any neglected skin. This set also comes with the Sanguine moisturizer and Reiki serum—which after the diagnosis ICI will report exactly how much to use on a daily basis. The results are unique to your skin, because everyone is different—from the type of skin and condition, to the environment each is in—therefore, the treatment will vary from person to person. ICI will take into consideration and measure the levels of oils, dryness, and sensitivity before giving an analysis of the skin. The analysis is just the first step before getting the recommended skincare routine for your face. Pair the Clartici App with the device via Bluetooth, the device is just as impressive as the app. While the device does all the work, it’s the app that interprets that data and presents it in an easy, digestible way. Once the app is downloaded there is a brief questionnaire which will help the Clartici algorithm interpret the data as accurately as possible. This will all be part of your skin’s profile. Now that the app is installed and ready to go, select the specific facial area that will be scanned first. You will need to scan you right and left cheek, as well as your forehead. This is very quick and painless. Afterwards, the results will load on the screen, and you’ll be able to spend as much time as you need with them. It’s easy to access the results again, as well as get more information about what the diagnosis means. When you are ready, click on the watering can icon to see the daily essential instructions. This is where the magic happens. Clartici will provide each user with a formula that is unique to their particular skin type. It will tell users how many drops of moisturizer and serum they need on a daily basis. This will all be based on the user’s unique skin profile. It’s the personalized treatment you’ve been looking for. Your skin disserves to be heard, let ICI give it the voice it has been waiting for. For more information, visit: www.clartici.com Story by Claudia Paredes

The World’s Best Hair Extensions, DreamCatchers, has been making women look gorgeous since 2009, when they launched their hair extensions atop the glamorous head of socialite Paris Hilton. A decade later, the company is on track to earn $15 million in revenue in 2019, and they aren’t the only ones profiting. The company’s exclusive salons-only business model, and extensive training they provide to stylists is unparalleled, with stylists sharing in the profits and prestige that comes with being a certified DreamCatchers stylist. DreamCatchers currently boasts 31,206 trained Certified Stylists around the United States, including more than 130 beauty salons in Miami and surrounding areas that install DreamCatchers hair extensions. There are also currently 111 stylists operating as Certified DreamCatchers Educators. Certified DreamCatchers Educators are training local stylists and sharing in DreamCatchers profits with a 50/50 split. Their business model allows stylists to become certified in DreamCatchers’ exclusive methods of hair installation. While stylists must undergo a full day intensive training program to become certified to install DreamCatchers extensions, DreamCatchers Educators go a step further, taking part in a two-day bootcamp intensive training program with the company, enabling them to then teach the patented DreamCatchers method to stylists in their own area. About DreamCatchers is currently the only hair extension brand offering Full Cuticle, Elite Quality, Re-usable Hair, with Light-colored hair sourced directly from a Russian/Scandinavian blend and never bleached(only toned). DreamCatchers also partners with its factories for intense and incentivized quality control. Their patented i-tips are made from flexible, patented polyurethane that is non-damaging to natural hair. Enterprising beauty business pros can learn more at www.dreamcatchers.com.

Multi-talented, Miami-based Columbian artist Leidy Mazo is stretching her artistic wings into pop art and 3D sculpture to the delight of new and old fans. After her breakout role in “Transformers: Dark of the Moon” (2011), Mazo has continued exploring new ways of expressing her creative side and this is apparent in her approach to pop art and contemporary 3D sculptures. After arriving in the United States at the age of 15, an ambitious Mazo learned to speak English and earned a scholarship to an art institute. She later enrolled in acting classes after a move to Los Angeles to become an actress and star in movies. Taking what she’s learned from modeling and acting, Mazo continues to evolve artistically and emotionally. Now as a wife and mother, Mazo says, “I feel the best way to express my internal feelings is by painting. Once I start painting, I get into a zone that allows me to freely express myself.” “The Pop Art Movement was inspired to challenge traditional fine art and is characterized as using commercial imagery that is removed from it’s usual context. Found objects, the use of abstract impressionism, and combinations of disparate materials like fibers and paint pushed the boundaries of art and art appreciation.” “All of my work is emotionally inspired, which is why each painting has a different meaning and style.” Creative Inspiration Mazo didn’t always have the direction and drive she displays today. “One day I was sitting at the table studying, and I naturally started drawing the Star of David. I noticed the perfect angles of the star and thought it would be great if I could incorporate prayers and create a work of art.” Her early days in art school and her faith led to her unique pairing of religious icons, pop icons, and current events. She takes inspiration from pop art pioneers like Andy Warhol, Keith Haring, Red Grooms, and Roy Lichtenstein to take identifiable pop culture references but adds a twist of fun and sexiness. Mazo’s debut collection under the brand Art by Leidy, “Soldiers Hearts Fight for Love,” was inspired by current events of wars and fighting around the world. Instead of being overwhelmed, she “created a collection to support the troops as they fight for peace and love.” These 3D sculpture wall art pieces reflect the real conflict between wars and our shared love for all people. “I try to make each piece as a celebration of life that makes you wonder and question the characteristics,” says Mazo. Always working to improve her craft, Mazo has “been doing my own research and learning as much as I can about my passion and becoming successful as an artist.” Combining her past successes with new techniques, Mazo is creating unique and contemporary 3D sculptures. While Mazo’s “Teddy Bear Puzzle” uses wood and paint, her KAWS collection uses resin. Both are examples of her creative use of different materials. Collaboration and Exhibits Mazo exhibited at the 2019 Art Basel in South Beach Miami. Even before the 2020 Art Basel event was cancelled, Mazo was working hard at the business side and selling her works to collectors and the public through fairs, shows, and her website. Never one to underestimate the importance of creating connections with her audience, Mazo says, “Art Basel and art shows have helped me meet new artists for collaborations and collectors.” Art shows are not only for selling her work but also provide opportunities to network with other artists. When asked about collaborations Mazo says, “I think collaborations are an ideal way of learning and discovering new ideas from other artists that you never knew before.” She says they are an opportunity to, “create magic and inspire one another.” This magic is carried over into her collections and commissioned work. Mazo has a strong collector following, inspiring her collectors to see “things they have not noticed before or something that did not catch their eye. Every day they look at my pieces, I hope they discover and learn new interpretations and meanings that I have tried to convey with my work.” Mazo capitalizes on her social media to expand her market as the pool of galleries supporting new artists shrinks along with opportunities for exhibitions. Mazo notes, “Miami’s art scene is actually booming.” The Future Mazo says, “One of the biggest challenges I am faced with as an artist is finding a unique style that instantly separates me and recognizes me as an artist. I hope I get to accomplish this with my Teddy Bear Puzzle Collection.” Not one to wait for recognition or inspiration, Mazo’s latest creative obsession is with creating 3D sculptures out of a variety of materials. “This is something new, and not a lot of artists are doing it. That is why I have been spending a lot of my time and effort designing these pieces that range anywhere from 4 inches to 7 feet in height.” For more info, visit https://artbyleidy.com/ Follow Leidy Mazo at www.instagram.com/leidymazo By ML Staff. Images courtesy of Leidy Mazo

Meet Carlos Castro, Founder & CEO of Individualized Property Care, Inc. Founder and CEO Carlos Castro of Individualized Property Care, Inc., (IPC) set down with Miami Living Magazine to share his thoughts about his property home management company. Founded in 2004, IPC specializes in personalized services for clients that value the concept of customized attention. ML: Tell is about IPC Miami Beach? Carlos Castro: IPC was created to provide an affordable solution to help busy and out of town home owners manage their properties so they can spend more time having fun and enjoying life. Our insured and bonded personnel will become your “as needed” home managers. We take instructions from our clients on a variety of tasks needed, from running errands, receiving deliveries, coordinating and receiving vendors, overseeing full renovation projects and more. In summary, we are an all inclusive home service company providing exceptional services at an affordable price. ML: So what makes IPC different than any other property management companies? CC: My team and myself specialize in absentee homeowners. We dedicate our full attention in providing our clients Peace of Mind about their homes while absent. We have created a system where our clients determine how much or how little work is needed based on their budget. We provide monthly packages with specific weekly hours of home assistance, repair companion, cleaning services and more allowing our clients actually to determine their hourly rate. Overseeing repairs and installations and handling home deliveries, for example, can be a headache specially if you are busy. IPC helps with all of this including full renovations. Our experienced client representatives relive our customers from spending their valuable time waiting around for and supervising contractor and other vendors. IPC saves you money and more importantly, saves your valuable time. ML: Besides saving time, what are other benefits of using IPC? CC: First I will say Peace of Mind, I go above and beyond to offer the best and most detailed services. Maintaining the value our client’s estate assets and keeping these assets into top shape reduces risks of sudden costly surprises. Secondly, we provide monthly independent concise assessment with pictures and/or videos for all of our clients. This keeps them updated the progress of their property. Finally, it is always a pleasure to deliver a home in perfect condition when any of our customers arrive. Whether a client needs groceries done, flowers or any special requests, IPC offers reliable and trusted service. For more info visit IPC or call (305) 535-4265

“My mom said to me, ‘You know, sweetheart, one day you should settle down and marry a rich man,’ and I said, ‘Mom, I am a rich man.” - Cher Paris Hilton is donning bedazzled sunglasses, silver stilettos, and a disco ball-inspired Mikael D mini dress when she steps off the elevator into the Bravo Club house. Her sister Nicky Hilton Rothschild and a camera crew trail closely alongside her. The heiress to Hilton Hotels is here for her appearance on Watch What Happens Live with Andy Cohen. Everyone seems to have an opinion about Miss Hilton and as I sit in the studio audience of the Bravo TV show, I hear a few from my seatmates. The thirty-something ladies next to me are in complete awe of Paris, who they think looks as flawless as her wax sculpture, which they’ve seen in-person. As hyperbolic as that sounds, I must admit that I had the same thoughts as I stared at her long, tanned legs and perfectly-straight, platinum blonde tresses from my seat. Honestly, Paris looks more like a Barbie doll than Barbie does. Many people see Paris as a beautiful, carefree bombshell, but her fans (she has over 34 million social media followers) see her for who she truly is: a sweet, deeply caring, and humble woman. Paris is one of the few stars who follows and responds to fans on social media and is also known for inviting them into her home. Once Live After Show ends, I head backstage to a blue camo-wallpapered dressing room where framed photos of Andy and his legendary guests —Oprah, Cher, Lady Gaga— hang, and boxes of Paris’ fragrance line the vanity. Paris walks in, pops a bite-sized snack into her mouth, then asks me if she can use the restroom before we begin. Of course. She sits down beside me, gives me a side hug (the first of three hugs), then saunters out of the room. People would be surprised to find out that I’m a tomboy. I love anything fishing. I play ice hockey. I go skydiving. I love to surf, snowboard, anything that involves being outdoors or doing something that’s like a daredevil, I love it. Click below to launch slideshow > Upon her return, Andy stops by to have Paris film the opening of a skit she is doing for the show’s social media: The Simple Life: WWHL Intern Paris Hilton. Finally, it’s my turn. Paris joins me on the navy blue couch, while a camerawoman sets up shop in front of us. [They’re filming her YouTube documentary, slated for release next year. “I’m really showing the real side of me and what I’ve been through and basically talking about everything... and finally feeling comfortable with myself to reveal everything that people have never heard.”] Our mutual friend, Crystal, [“Yes! She was literally BFFs at Palm Valley High,” Paris beams.] shared with me that Paris’ grandmother would tell her mom that Paris was destined to be a star. A smile spreads across her face. “Ever since I was born, my grandmother said that. She said, ‘You’re like Marilyn Monroe or Brigitte Bardot, Grace Kelly, since I was literally 2 years old. That’s all she’s ever said to me and put into my mind.” Paris —who was born in New York and raised there and in Beverly Hills, California— started modeling in her teens. By the early 2000s, she was frequently being photographed by the paparazzi and had become known for her late-night outings with girlfriends Britney Spears, Kim Kardashian, and Nicole Richie. Then, the sex tape with her then-boyfriend Rick Salomon was leaked. While this wasn’t the sort of attention Paris wanted to attract, it fortunately didn’t affect the trajectory of her career. Paris went on to act in movies like House of Wax, and starred in her own reality TV show, The Simple Life, alongside pal, Nicole Richie, which aired for five seasons. As the years have gone by, Paris has demonstrated that she is so much more than a pretty face with a famous last name — she is a powerhouse. This multihyphenate strategically laid a foundation that enabled her to transition from It Girl into respected Boss Babe. Now that’s hot! Paris is back in NYC —her former stomping ground and part-time home— to promote her new song with Dimitri Vegas & Like Mike, “Best Friend’s Ass.” The catchy song (which I’ve had on repeat for weeks now) and its music video, featuring fellow girl boss and longtime friend Kim Kardashian, is fire. “I really just wanted to do a fun summer song about girl bosses having fun. I dunno, there’s so many, I don’t want to say the word, F-boys that are around and I feel like it’s just all about girl power right now... It’s not a serious thing. It’s really like a social commentary on social media, clubbing, going out, what girls talk about,” she says with a coy smile. Search the hashtag #BFAchallenge on Instagram and you’ll find clips from movies and TV set against “Best Friend’s Ass” to look as though the characters —Austin Powers, Jessica Rabbit, and Ariel and Flounder— are dancing to the song. “It’s amazing just to have this summer song that everyone’s texting me about and calling me about and just saying how much they love it, and sending me videos of them dancing to it.” Paris has had a passion for music her entire life. Since 3 years old, Paris has sung and played instruments, like the piano and violin. “In Vegas, I was actually the first person to host a party, before there was even DJs around. And then around 9 years ago, I just saw the change from celebrities hosting into DJs, so I basically trained with the best people in the business and learned and studied everything. And now, I won an award for Best Female DJ of the Year. Being a woman in this industry is amazing. I’ve had the best time traveling around the world playing festivals, parties, and stadiums —I love it.” This spring, Paris played Miami’s Ultra Music Festival. “My favorite times to be in Miami are Ultra and Art Basel; every single year I do my annual party at WALL and it’s just amazing... It’s the best crowd —everyone from Europe, Ibiza, New York, and L.A. It’s just like a huge celebration of dance music.” Paris’ ensembles are just as hot as her energized sets. “I love neon pink and yellow and anything bright. I love when people put LED lights in outfits.” Paris’ recent EDC Vegas costumes included a tiara, embellished sunglasses, lots of colorful body jewels, an aqua butterfly- inspired ensemble, and a sparkly mermaid bra. Over the summer, Paris plans to release more new music with Dimitri Vegas & Like Mike [“They’re such incredible producers.’], promote her new album, and to deejay all over the world. “I’m playing July 2 at Ushuaia, Tomorrowland in Belgium, and then I’m touring all throughout Europe, St. Tropez, Ibiza, London, Paris, Korea.” Always on the go, this tenacious businesswoman is constantly traveling (over 250 days a year!) for her myriad ventures under the Paris Hilton Entertainment umbrella. “A lot of people don’t know that I’m an undercover nerd. I’m obsessed with anything that has to do with technology and virtual reality, so I have a lot of exciting new surprises coming out in the tech world within the next 2-3 months.” Her beauty portfolio alone has grossed over $2.5 billion dollars, and continues to see exponential growth. In the last couple of weeks, Paris became a partner and investor in The Glam App (founded by celebrity makeup artist/hair stylist Joey Maalouf and partner/CEO Katrina Barton), an app widely known as the Uber for beauty; launched her new skincare line, Paris Hilton Skincare, ProD.N.A. in Korea; and is preparing to release her 25th fragrance. “If I’m going to be somewhere for my fragrance or one of my 19 other product lines, I will then make sure I’m booking a different DJ gig or anything,” says the adept multitasker. “My life is very busy and very crazy, but a lot of fun.” Much smarter and more business savvy than many people give her credit for, Paris didn’t reach her iconic stature by sitting back and watching the world pass her by —which is a common misconception, she tells me. “A lot of people assume, just because of my last name, that I was handed everything, that I have not worked for what I’ve done and it’s the exact opposite. Everything I’ve done, I’ve done on my own. And I just feel really proud of what I’ve accomplished because there’s people in my position that wouldn’t do that and I have and I will continue to do it. I love to follow my great-grandfather’s footsteps and I feel like being a businesswoman and an entrepreneur is something that really runs in my blood and this is just meant to be.” Because her parents were so strict when she was younger, Paris always knew that she wanted to have complete control of her life as an adult. “It just feels amazing as a woman to depend on yourself. And I dunno, I just didn’t want to be another one of those trust fund kids. There’s not really a lot of gratification in life if you’re just taking something from your family, but when you’re actually adding to it...” She smiles. “And I’ve now created my own legacy —it’s an incredible feeling.” Click below to launch slideshow > We want more What’s hot on TV? “I love Black Mirror on Netflix, one of my favorite shows. I don’t watch a lot of TV because I’m traveling so much.” What haven’t you done yet career-wise or for fun? What’s on your bucket list this year? “I’ve done pretty much everything you can imagine. The one thing I haven’t done yet is go to space, so I might have to plan a trip to Mars.” This year? “Maybe [laughs].” You are a woman who has everything, what is the best gift you’ve received? “My favorite kinds of gifts are something that are sentimental. So anytime I’ve had my best friends find pictures and memories and make a collage of all the photos, printed out with paint and glitter, just like, basically, an art piece. And that’s my favorite kind of gift to make. Every year, I always make my grandfather this huge canvas with pictures of us and our whole family and it’s really special. I was at his house two weeks ago and he had all of them up in the house and his room and it just made me feel so happy and that’s something that he really cherishes. Something I cherish. Just memories. ’Cause nowadays we just have an iPhone, so everything is just digital, but when you actually print it out and can see it as a piece, it’s something that’s a special memory.” Do you consider yourself an artist? “Yeah, definitely. I love art. I love to paint. I love to draw. I am actually going to be doing an art exhibit for Art Basel this upcoming year. I’ve been making this art exhibit for a couple of years now and just getting all the pieces together, but they’re so special to me that it’s hard to actually, when I do this exhibit, sell them because I love them so much. But I know that it will find a special place in someone’s house. Paintings, collages, drawings, photographs, and just Paris art.” What are you doing for fun? Is there any downtime? Do you get a second to breathe? “Sometimes, a few minutes here and there [laughs]. My favorite thing is to just be at home and be with my pets. Just sitting with my dogs in bed chilling, making lasagna, having friends over. But I don’t get to do that that often ’cause I’m constantly in a different country every day. But if I do have an off day, I love to just be with the [5] dogs.” Favorite place to eat in Miami? “Mr. Chow.” Words by Vanessa Pascale, Images by Jennifer Rovero Keep up with Paris on Instagram, Facebook, and Twitter: @ParisHilton And check out www.theglamapp.com to have beauty experts delivered to your door.

Widely recognized as one of America’s favorite gourmet gatherings on the beach, the 19th annual Food Network & Cooking Channel South Beach Wine & Food Festival presented by Capital One (SOBEWFF®) returns to EAT. DRINK. EDUCATE. February 19 – 23, 2020. Its recently unveiled line-up includes more than 100 events spanning Miami-Dade, Broward, and Palm Beach counties, with 100% of the net proceeds benefiting the Chaplin School of Hospitality & Tourism Management at Florida International University. Since its inception, SOBEWFF has raised more than $30 million to support the education of the future leaders of the hospitality industry. “We are pleased to unveil the robust line-up of events that make up our 2020 Festival program,” noted festival founder and director Lee Brian Schrager, who also serves as senior vice president of communications and corporate social responsibility for Southern Glazer’s Wine & Spirits. “Once again, fans have a diverse collection of more than 100 events showcasing esteemed culinary talent from around the world and premier wine and spirits selections to choose from.” The festival’s signature fan-favorite tastings nestled on the sands of Miami Beach return to showcase the cuisine from some of America’s most talented chefs and lifestyle personalities. This includes iconic events like: Goya Foods’ Grand Tasting Village featuring Grand Tasting Tents & Publix Culinary Demonstrations sponsored by Sub-Zero Group Southeast (Saturday, February 22 & Sunday, February 23) Italian Bites on the Beach sponsored by HCP Media and the Miami Herald Media Company hosted by Giada De Laurentiis & Dario Cecchini (Thursday, February 20) Heineken Burger Bash presented by Schweid & Sons® hosted by Rachael Ray (Friday, February 21) Beachside BBQ hosted by Guy Fieri (Saturday, February 22) BACARDI’s Beach Carnival hosted by Andrew Zimmern (Sunday, February 23) On Saturday, February 22, the festival’s host hotel Loews Miami Beach will once again serve as the setting for the annual Tribute Dinner presented by Capital One® part of The NYT Cooking Dinner Series. This year, Master of Ceremonies Andrew Zimmern will oversee an evening paying homage to the outstanding accomplishments of the culinary community’s beloved Chef Marcus Samuelsson and beverage industry’s revered leader Jim Clerkin. Samuelsson is a highly acclaimed chef and international restaurateur with over 30 restaurant locations spanning the United States, England, Sweden, Norway, and Bermuda, bestselling cookbook author, and popular culinary television personality. Clerkin currently serves as president and CEO of Moët Hennessy North America and will transition to a new role as president of Moët Hennessy strategic development, focused on the company’s global distribution network and playing a key role in executing the company’s mergers and acquisitions strategy, effective January 1, 2020. In addition to several popular events returning for the 19th annual edition of SOBEWFF®, a variety of new events will make their debut as part of the 2020 line-up. This includes: Chef Mash-up presented by HoneySpot App hosted by The Naughty Fork (Thursday, February 20) Gospel & Falafel hosted by Zak the Baker (Thursday, February 20) SLICED: A Genuine Pizza Party hosted by Michael Schwartz (Friday, February 21) Sips & Dips hosted by Adam Richman (Saturday, February 22) Nu Deco Ensemble Concert featuring Special Performance by Rev Run & Late-Night Bites by Politan Row Miami (Saturday, February 22) The diverse weekend of culinary and beverage celebrations will also include the festival’s featured wine seminars, themed walk-around tastings, more than 30 intimate dinners featuring world-renowned chefs and celebrated winemakers, a more expanded selection of hands-on master classes and family-friendly options, the CRAVE Greater Fort Lauderdale Series presented by My Fort Lauderdale Beach, select events in Palm Beach County – including dinners hosted by acclaimed Chef Mauro Colagreco and lifestyle icon Martha Stewart – and more. Click below to launch slideshow > The complete line-up of events for the 19th annual Festival is available online at sobewff.org. Stay up-to-date all year long by following along with the #SOBEWFF hashtag on Instagram, Twitter, and Facebook. Images courtesy of SOBEWFF

One conversation with rapper Rick Ross will have you questioning the definitions of success, wealth, and opportunity; how to identify opportunity, how to achieve success and how to maintain it while keeping your soul and bodily faculties intact. Rick, born William Leonard Roberts II, rose to prominence in 2006 with his breakout single, “Hustlin’,” a word that defines his character and approach towards life. Though Rick doesn’t speak like a scholar, his wisdom permeates our conversation. He is an alchemist; aware of his power to transmute base metals to gold. Rick’s fans are believers in his use of language, and his unabashed celebration of riches. He’s proud to remind people that he created a palatial oasis out of the urban desert that was his early life. Where many in the Carol City district of Miami (where Rick grew up) saw few options, Rick saw the opportunity to translate his experiences into music. He came on the scene as hip-hop left its golden era behind in favor of corporate commercialism, and then helped to usher in a rap renaissance of which he has become one of the genre’s most powerful voices. The way Rick explains it to me, the flash and cash his lifestyle portrays goes deeper than flagrant materialism. It leaves a roadmap for others behind him to follow — from no way out to a yellow brick road of possibilities. Even Rick’s palatial Georgia residence can be dubbed rap’s incarnation of The White House, with A-listers paying homage to the famous property (once owned by Evander Holyfield) on occasion. With eighty-seven singles under his belt, Rick moves through the music business with the urgency of being on borrowed time. Not since the late Tupac Shakur has an artist been quite so cognizant of, nor vocal about, his own mortality, and for good reason. Witnessing the loss of life has been a constant for Rick since his childhood. In recent years, Rick survived a grisly drive-by shooting and multiple life-threatening seizures. He’s emerged more prolific than ever with his tenth studio album, Port of Miami 2 and the release of his new book, Hurricanes: A Memoir. From sleeping in his car in the early 2000s while doggedly pursuing the American dream, to holding tremendous clout among the most successful artists of the moment, Port of Miami 2 features guest appearances by Swizz Beatz, Meek Mill, the late Nipsey Hussle, John Legend, Lil Wayne, and Drake. The relationship between Rick and Drake goes back nearly a decade, when Rick showed tremendous support for Drake’s career after the release of his early work, with the breakout mixtape So Far Gone. The two have been allies and collaborators since. The focus of our conversation was Rick’s memoir, Hurricanes, and the rags to riches story he loves to illustrate for his fans. You come across as nostalgic in your memoir, Hurricanes. If you could travel through time and bear witness to the making of any classic album, which one would you love to be a part of? Rick Ross: A rap album? That would have to be Paid In Full with Eric B. and Rakim. Rakim was such a supreme lyricist and B. was the epitome of a DJ/dope boy. They were the center of style and fashion with their Gucci suits on the album covers, sitting on the hood of a Mercedes Benz S550. It was the epitome of what rap music really represented. Generational wealth or artistic legacy… which means more to you? RR: Generational wealth, without a doubt. You’ve had some close calls between your health issues and an attempt that was made on your life. What was the greatest lesson or insight gained from those experiences? RR: Ha! Something just ran across my mind, and I want to say that if it was the end, I would want to make sure I smoke all the roaches down until they’re by my fingertips [laughs]! But it boils down to appreciating and enjoying every day. Do you believe in destiny, free will, or both? RR: Destiny, for many different reasons. When there was [sic] twenty shots fired at my Rolls-Royce, I had the audacity to go back and get my Cuban link chain. Not only did I go back to get my Cuban link chain, I went back to go get my girlfriend. It had to be destiny. It’s nice that you went back for your girlfriend but thank God you didn’t lose the Cuban link [laughs]. Kidding! RR: [Laughs.] What is the source of your drive and ambition? RR: Other than my DNA, it comes from my neighborhood, and being so blatantly aware of the haves and the have nots. I knew I was one of the have nots. It may not have been traumatic at all. It could have been something as simple as me not having the Nintendo with the Mike Tyson Punchout game. That was my favorite game! You’re taking me back… RR: Mine too. Mike Tyson Punchout and Double Dragon. When you’re the one on the block, where your friends have to bring the game and cartridges in a Winn-Dixie bag to come spend the night at your crib, you kind of know. Do you pray? And who or what do you pray to, and what do you pray for? RR: Daily. I call him The Big Homie because there’s only one Big Homie; I don’t care what nobody else calls him. I just let Him know I’m appreciative of everything, and I’m really under his command. The second he calls for me or is ready for me, I’m going to open my arms to him. What are you here in this life as Rick Ross to learn and to teach? RR: Just that others like me, who never learned math, that you can still be the CEO, you can still become authors and artists. Nobody ever told me that. I had to learn that on my own. When I was in school, I sat in the back of the class making jokes, trying to cover up the fact that I never learned multiplication or algebra. I want to let youngsters who are in the position I was in, know that they can be in this position I’m in now. My father wasn’t there to tell me that, and I never had a big brother. The people I looked at were the ones in the street. I know the advice I always got from them, but I want to teach others that you can become a CEO, a huge success. I’m not only the CEO of one company, but close to a dozen. That’s what I want to be able to teach people on a major scale. To divert a bit, let’s talk about a song from your recent album, Port of Miami 2, “Gold Roses” featuring Drake. It’s a great song. Describe the dynamic between you and Drake, musically and personally. RR: Drake is a genuine human being, and I think that is what I admire and respect about him so much. The role I’ve always played with him was Big Homie, and he always played my Lil’ Homie. That dynamic has always been as natural as it comes, and that’s when we’re in the recording booth and when we’re outside the recording booth. He’s not afraid to show his sensitive side, and that’s what makes him the artist he is. You’ve been quoted as saying that you never question God. Even in your darkest moments, you’ve never asked, “Why?” or questioned Him in any way? RR: If I have, it was many years ago, before I began to understand what life is. Life can be a cruel place; it can be a cold place. But it also can be as beautiful as you make it. I didn’t even question Him on the morning I woke up with my closest friend dead in the room next to me. We had just been together three hours earlier, and now three hours later, he’s dead and gone [Rick recounts this story in his book, Hurricanes: A Memoir]. I never questioned when my other closest homeboy was gunned down in a home invasion in front of his 2-, 3-, and 4-year-old sons. I’m not going to question the Big Homie. Whatever his plans are, that’s his plans. However I go out, it’s destiny. Have you ever stopped to reflect on, and question, the violence that’s surrounded you throughout your life? RR: Growing up where I grew up, I never questioned it because questioning it did nothing for it. Hearing AK-47s going off for sixty seconds at a time, you can cry, you can pray, you can question it, but you better just sit back, shut the fuck up, and wait for the ambulance to come. Year after year of seeing and hearing it and walking to school while passing a dead body, it gets to a point where you don’t question it. You got to decide, am I going to survive or am I going to die? You discuss your solid financial prowess in your book. What do you teach your children about money? RR: The disadvantage my children have is that they’re my kids, and my entire family is in a different position. They’re receiving money from everybody. I could put my kids on an allowance, but my daughters have credit cards. I do explain the importance and the value of building a brand. I don’t speak to my daughter about coming up from the mud to the marble and starting with nothing, because that’s not her life. She’s not in the position me and my sisters were in. Instead, I talk to her about the importance of maintaining our brands and bringing something new to the brand. By the time she was fourteen, my daughter knew how to run a Wingstop [one of Rick’s several business interests]. If we left her in a Wingstop [restaurant] with two other people, they would be able to run it for a full day. With my hair care line, RICH Hair Care [RICH by Rick Ross], I allow her to be in the conference calls and to sit in on the meetings. At the same time, she gets to live and enjoy life much more than I did at her age. You have to take the good with the bad, but I most definitely let them see firsthand what hard work is. You’re raising your kids in the Holyfield Mansion [Rick’s 44,000-square-foot Georgian estate, once owned by Evander Holyfield]. I would imagine there has to be a sense of entitlement when your kids are growing up in what is, for all intents and purposes, a palace. RR: It’s not something I overthink. As parents, we need to set examples because we have to let our children grow into what and who they are going to be. I really don’t put a lot of pressure on my kids, because they’re good students and they are very respectful of me and of everyone else around them. I’m allowing them to become young adults, and to decide what college they want to go to, what they want to be, what they want to do, how they want to do it, and where they want to do it. I’m pretty free about that. But it’s true. It’s not an upbringing I would know about firsthand, and I’m pretty sure I would feel entitled if Eddie Murphy was walking around my dad’s home and Coming to America 2 was being filmed at my father’s estate. They’re filming Coming to America 2 at the estate right now. Okay, well that’s awesome! Are you in it? RR: I have a small role and I did my first scene a few days ago. I’ll have to look out for you when it comes out. RR: Most definitely. You’ll have to look out for Rozay in the movie when it’s out [laughs]. I love how in the back of your book you thanked a jeweler who let you browse his watch collection for hours and ask him a bunch of questions years ago, when he knew you couldn’t afford to buy one. Do you think you envisioned your dreams into existence? RR: Without a doubt. I think that’s a part of destiny. I believe that if you believe in something or anticipate something coming to you, you try your best to prepare for it. For example, I’m trying my best now to prepare to be a huge actor one day. Before I finished my book, I wanted to thank Mr. Morgan, that was the name of the jeweler. He was extremely kind and patient with me. For some reason, he would always let me, for two hours at a time, look and ask questions about the jewelry. He knew I didn’t have money. I probably didn’t have money for a damn soda at that time. He’d take the time to describe the different watches to me, and my mind was just blown. I was fascinated by the idea of having jewelry. He would let me stand there for a long time and I never got the opportunity to purchase anything from him. I just wish he knew who I was, and I wish I knew where he was now, because I would personally want to thank him. How do you feel about your fans getting to know you on a more intimate level when they read your book? Does that make you nervous or excited? RR: I would never be nervous at the idea of my fans getting to know me, and I feel like if they really knew who I was, they wouldn’t even believe me. The book paints some pictures for you but can never really give you an idea of what the real play was, because I came up in the era of some real things happening. Neil [Martinez-Belkin] did a great job of putting the book together. He spoke to maybe sixty or seventy of my closest friends and family, because talking to me, there’s only so much conversation I’m going to give you. The shit I’ve seen, when we talked, it got no realer. When I talked about getting real money, it got no realer. That’s what made me the businessman I am. Unlike a lot of other artists, I was familiar with money before the music came. Most artists, by the time they get their first advance, they got to go get a car or a home. I already had these things, so by the time I got money in the music business I was ready to invest in other things and do other things. At the end of your book, you also pay tribute to the late Nipsey Hussle. Why do you think his life ended the way it did and when it did? RR: As painful as it is to watch this type of shit online [referring to surveillance video footage of the shooting], that’s what I grew up seeing. As painful as it is, I almost became numb to it over the years. I’ve always been the one that’s been the shoulder for others to cry on. Why did it happen? I can’t answer that. Was he a special individual? An incredibly special individual! Would I still consider Nipsey Hussle blessed and highly favored? Yes, I would. I’ve stood in those shoes before, and I was blessed to walk away. But for some reason, if it was to happen to me and that’s how the Big Homie upstairs chose for me to go, I’m going to open my arms to him. I don’t fear death, personally. I’m sure if Nipsey was here, Nipsey would still love and support his community the same way. Would Nipsey still love flossing in Crenshaw? I believe so. I would still love Miami 305, even if that was the city that took my life. What do you hope fans get out of reading your book? RR: I just hope the youngsters that are from where I’m from can see the potential in them in becoming authors, becoming CEOs or whatever they want to become. Do I really think I’m going to make money off this bullshit? Probably not. Do I think it will be successful? Really, anything with my face on it could be successful, but I didn’t do it for that. I wrote the book because I’m another youngster from a failing situation that’s seeing some success. Ultimately, that’s what it’s about. Going from being the hunted to becoming the hunter. Hurricanes: A Memoir by Rick Ross with Neil Martinez- Belkin is available on Amazon and wherever books are sold. Port of Miami 2, Rick’s 10th studio album, is out now. Follow him on Instagram: @RichForever. Words by Allison Kugel | Photos courtesy of Bob Metelus | Creative consultant: Sheldon Wright

Desigual turned heads as they presented the last leg of their #MiamiLovesDifferent Art Basel campaign at The Temple House with a seductive presentation filled with kisses, love, and climax. Desigual presented the brand’s new campaign, “Love Different,” and their new 2020 collection with a show that explores the universal symbol of love: the kiss. There was an iconic performance filled with emotions and sexuality directed by Catalan artist Carlota Guerrero. The casting was diverse, authentic and inclusive with amazing artists and dancers such as Lola Leon, Naomi Shimada, and Alejandra Smitts that captured the eyes of Carlota with their amazing movements and artistic ways. Click to view larger image > By ML Staff. Images courtesy of Desigual

Miami tastemakers and foodie influencers gathered for a seated dinner to celebrate the highly anticipated opening of Amare Ristorate by restaurateur Gino Iovino, with Southern Italian fare by Michelin Starred Chef Cosimo Cassano. Located in the South of Fifth District, Amare Ristorante offers artfully-prepared Southern Italian fare in a glamorous setting that evokes la grande bellezza of Italy’s famed Amalfi coast. Serving housemade dishes with seasonal ingredients flown in directly from Italy, guests enjoyed signatures such as the Melanzane e Zucchine with Baked Eggplant Zucchini, Mozzarella de Bufala, Tomato Crema, Basil Leaf Pesto and Parmigiana, and Fiori di Zucca a Baccalá with Zucchini Blossom, Wild Atlantic Cod and Robiola to start. Entrees included, Ippoglosso with Atlantic Halibut Baked in Banana Leaf, Artichokes, Mushrooms and Sun- Dried Tomatoes, and Costata di Manzo with Grilled 21 oz. Prime Ribeye from Creekstone Farms, Smoked Potato Crema, Fava Beans and a White Wine Balsamic Reduction. To cap off the grand feast, Chef served the Delizia al Limone, a Lemon Mousse. Notable guests included, Marisol Patton, Dana Shear, Elyze Held, Aaron Resnick, Jenny Starr Perez, Kim Caceres, Luis Garino & Marioly Saldana, Jennifer Massolo, Lori Rombeiro, Brett Graff, Seth Browarnik, Lisa Koffler & Adam Koffler, Ale Tomacheski, Elisandra & Messi Schneider, Debora Borges and Daniela Swaede. Gino Lovino & Nick D’Annunzio Elysze Held & Erin Newberg Luis Garino & Marioly Saldana Marisol Patton, Dana Shear & Tara Solomon Seth Browarnik, Lisa Koffler & Adam Koffler Lauren Beal, Daniela Swaebe, Dana Shear & Carly Patterson By ML Staff. Photo Credit: WorldRedEye.com