Indulge in Luxury: PROFILEmiami's Valentine's Day Gift Selection

This Valentine's Day, immerse yourself in pure luxury with our handpicked selection, designed to infuse every moment with warmth and romance. Picture this: soft candlelight flickering, a glass of fine wine in hand, and the air filled with the intoxicating scents of Diptyque. From the timeless charm of Brunello Cucinelli to the impeccable craftsmanship of Bottega Veneta, our collection is a testament to elegance and refinement.

Whether you're searching for the perfect token of love for that special someone or treating yourself to a moment of indulgence, let us be your compass in the world of luxury. And why not take it up a notch by basking in the opulence of the Diplomat Hotel? Let this Valentine's Day be a celebration of love, passion, and the finer things in life.

From leading Miami-based timepiece curators, Time Piece Trading, comes this ruby and diamond Graff Halo watch. It comes in white gold and features a mother-of-pearl dial, inlaid with pave diamonds. The perfect way to say, “I love you.”

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The Diplomat Beach Resort, the largest hotel and beach resort in the greater Fort Lauderdale vicinity, boasts expansive oceanfront views, two sun-drenched pools, 26 poolside cabanas, and two fitness centers. The Diplomat Spa + Salon is offering three Valentine’s Day spa packages, that will ensure a day of pure bliss and self-care, and are available throughout the month of February. Diplomat Prime, the award-winning luxury boutique steakhouse inside The Diplomat Beach Resort, will be serving a special Valentine's Day menu on Wednesday, February 14. Romantic Room Packages are also available for suite bookings, offering 100 faux rose petals in a heart pattern, 6 red heart balloons, neon sign of choice, disposable camera (pack of 2) & easel hand painting activity, room walkway of faux candles & choice of "I Love You" light-up bags.

Our choice? The Oceanfront Couples Massage with rose petals, chocolate strawberries and champagne.This 2-hour experience includes 30 minutes in their exclusive and private Oceanfront Lounge to enjoy fruit, chocolate, and champagne plus an 80-minute Signature Couples Massage with direct ocean views. 

To book, click the button above or call 954-602-6000.

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A bouquet of fresh flowers, blooming in deepest winter. For the first time, the Rose scented candle is available in a large format. Its porcelain vessel, stamped with the oval of the Maison, is an invitation to make this luminous ritual last. Gradually, the air fills with fresh, flowery notes. A tribute to a timeless emblem.

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A classic top handle bag by Bottega Veneta with a soft rounded shape and signature knot realized with Intrecciato craftsmanship with a contrasting woven heart shape for an added romantic touch. 100% lambskin and 100% love.

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Made from Monogram Vernis leather, the gorgeous Louis Vuitton Keep My Heart bag with its heart-shape features a delicate removable and adjustable golden chain embellished with a LV Circle charm. The pink leather features the Monogram motif embossed onto the shiny surface.

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House details add a logo touch to this signature pair of sandals by Gucci. Inspired by the origins of the brand, the emblematic Horsebit defines the shoe. Presented in a romantic lilac leather, this pair of sandals is completed by an ankle buckle closure, perfect for day or night.

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Luxurious yarns elevate the rustic feel of this Dazzling Stripe cardigan by Brunello Cucinelli. With a distinct dry, cool appearance, jute and cotton threads are embroidered to create a striped pattern in the season’s colors. This precious, feminine texture is the result of meticulous workmanship carried out by expert artisans in numerous steps that require the utmost precision and skill.

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Bottega Veneta card case in signature Intrecciato nappa leather with black and white contrast stitching. Made in Italy.

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The excellence of Brunello Cucinelli materials enriches the casual, timeless style of these loafers in suede, a thin, velvety leather that enhances the season’s colors. The upper’s classic shape is enriched by the horse-bit detail and the thin leather and lightweight rubber outsole.

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The 90s was a glorious era, characterized by rawness, radicalism, sexiness, loudness, and extra fun. It marked the beginning of Blu Scarpa’s journey and brand, initially focusing on the 80s but now transitioning to the next chapter in the 90s. Building upon the foundation laid by the 80s runner, a key element in the brand's evolution, Blu Scarpa just introduced a limited release of the 90s runner. This new addition reflects the progressive nature of sneakerhead culture, hip hop, and all things 90s.

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Sporty inspirations define the style of this baseball cap. The base is made of twisted cotton gabardine, a classic casual fabric tinged with the season’s colors. The accessory features a lightweight cotton lining and is complemented by a practical adjustable back closure.

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From Matthew Chevallard’s Blu Scarpa, the Signature Tennis Racket Corda Necklace is a dazzling fusion of sporting grace and refined elegance. Crafted in luxurious 14k Yellow gold, this 2mm necklace boasts a meticulously detailed tennis racket pendant adorned with a radiant blu sapphire.

The exquisite sapphire nestled within the tennis racket pendant adds a touch of opulence and sophistication to this iconic piece. The sleek corda chain complements the pendant's intricate design, creating a harmonious blend of sporty allure and timeless luxury.

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This GG Duffle Bag by Gucci is crafted in soft, brown suede and is the perfect travel bag. Two archival design elements - the Double G and the Web, complete the silhouette with a nod to the House founder.

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Impress this Valentine’s Day with an original Jeff Koons Dom Pérignon Balloon Venus, investment grade art that can hold your champagne for the special holiday celebration. Curated by Avery Andon of ArtLife, the piece is crafted of lacquered polyurethane resin and comes with champagne bottle and original box. The Dom Pérignon Balloon Venus is an edition of 650 + 40 AP.

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From leading Miami-based timepiece curators TimePiece Trading comes the Richard Mille RM011 "Ghost" White Ceramic x Black NTPT Sides. This Richard Mille RM011 has a 50mm white ceramic case that surrounds a skeletonized dial with white Arabic numerals.

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Wayne Boich & Jimmy Butler Host Reserve Cup presented by Richard Mille

Wayne Boich, Founder and CEO of Reserve Padel, together with NBA icon, Jimmy Butler, are excited to announce the debut of the first-ever Reserve Cup Presented by Richard Mille in Miami, this February. Showcasing the pinnacle of padel players alongside top-tier entertainment, exceptional dining, curated shopping, and luxurious indulgences, the Reserve Cup will bring together 14 of the world’s best padel players to compete in an exhilarating 3-day padel showcase, from Thursday, February 8th through Saturday, February 10th. The premier lifestyle sporting event will take place on-site at Reserve Padel Miami Seaplane, the flagship location of the Reserve brand located on an island of reclaimed land beneath the MacArthur Causeway.

“Having spent the last 18 months laying the groundwork at Reserve leading up to this pivotal event, launching Reserve Cup Presented by Richard Mille in Miami is a testament to the vision we’ve worked diligently to bring to life, and I extend my sincere thanks to Richard Mille for their invaluable support in helping to make this possible,” says Reserve Padel Founder/CEO, Wayne Boich. “This will be the largest independently owned padel event in the world, set to redefine the landscape of elite padel tournaments for years to come.”

Famed Miami Heat superstar and padel enthusiast, Jimmy Butler, will serve as a partner in this year’s Reserve Cup Presented by Richard Mille, as well as a dedicated team captain to one of the two participating teams. New York Yankees Legend and Hall of Famer, Derek Jeter, will serve as the second team captain of the tournament. Fourteen out of the top twenty global players have confirmed their participation, all hailing from the top 10 ranked teams worldwide. This includes the leading #1, #3, and #4 teams in the world, showcasing players such as Juan Lebrón Chincoa, Alejandro Galán, Franco Stupaczuk, Martin Di Nenno, Federico Chingotto, and Jerónimo “Momo” Gonzalez.

“Miami is in for something special,” says Reserve Cup Partner/Team Captain, Miami Heat star Jimmy Butler. “I’m thrilled to be a part of this global Padel movement with Wayne, both as a partner and as a team captain of the Reserve Cup. I’ve seen Padel come a long way over the last couple of years, and I’m very excited for the future of the sport. Looking forward to this tournament which will be a lot of fun and great for the city of Miami.”

Reserve was created as a platform to showcase the sport of padel through the development of world-class padel clubs, high-end court construction and maintenance, tournaments, pop-ups, exclusive apparel, and premier events nationwide. Since its inception in early 2023, Reserve has made a name for itself as the leading lifestyle padel brand propelling the sport to mass popularity throughout the U.S. by providing unmatched luxury amenities and experiences for both seasoned players and newcomers. Reserve Cup is an elite, annual competition hosted yearly by Reserve Padel, poised to elevate the sport to new heights. Presented by Richard Mille, the upcoming competition promises to deliver an amplified experience of thrilling action and fierce competition.

The weekend kicks off on Wednesday with an exclusive pro-am event at 12PM, followed by a draft ceremony at 7PM, and an invite-only welcome event. The first match of the day will start at 5PM on Thursday and Friday. Saturday brings a crowd-drawing celebrity charity match at 4PM, followed by player matches at 5PM. The winner’s trophy ceremony wraps up after the third match, concluding with a closing party at 10PM. A designated VIP section, coined Reserve Club by Richard Mille, will be featured at the event, offering exclusivity to Reserve Members.

How to Play:

Reserve Cup is a mixture of the Ryder Cup (golf) and the Laver Cup (tennis), in true padel fashion. Two teams of 7 players compete for the Reserve Cup over three days for half a million dollars. Teams will be selected by a draft system on Wednesday, February 7th. Each match day to follow will be played to the best of three sets. Each team captain will present the day’s lineup 30 minutes before the first match begins.

Special Rule – Player Substitutions: Introducing a dynamic element to game strategy in a game-changing twist, each team captain holds the power to replace one player daily, enabling one substitution at any point during any one match.

Point System: On Day 1, each match is worth 1 point. Day 2, each match is worth 2 points. Day 3, each match is worth 3 points. In the event of a tie between the teams at the end of the competition, the team who won more matches on day 3 will be the champion.

Reserve Cup Presented by Richard Mille will take place at the Reserve Cup Stadium at Reserve Padel Miami Seaplane Base: 1000 MacArthur Causeway Miami, FL, 33132. For pre-sale information visit www.reservepadel.com.

BLOCKCHAIN.COM MIAMI PADEL OPEN ANNOUNCES FEBRUARY LIFESTYLE EVENT

Miami-based investors, Boich Investment Group and 777 Partners, announced today that the World Padel Tour will begin its 2022 season in Miami, Florida.  ‘Blockchain.com Miami Padel Open,’ a six-day lifestyle and entertainment sporting event will take place at Island Gardens Miami, from February 22nd-27th. Bringing together the best within the sport of padel, first-class entertainment, premium dining and beverage programming, curated shopping experiences and exemplary luxuries, the Blockchain.com Miami Padel Open will offer guests the chance to be a part of what is poised to become South Florida’s premier luxury lifestyle sporting event. Also supporting the event is a team of padel enthusiasts including Grinda Investments and Dani Homedes, Owner of the Wynwood Padel Club. 

"Boich Investment Group, along with 777 Partners, are thrilled to bring the World Padel Tour to Miami this month," said Wayne Boich, Chairman and CEO of Boich Investment Group. "We, along with WPT, are committed to bringing a best-in-class experience to all of the players, fans, and partners that will take part in this inaugural event. Padel--the fastest growing sport in the world--has exploded in popularity right here in our backyard and this event is a fantastic opportunity to bring the best Padel players in the world to Miami. Fusing padel and entertainment, the experience will be a multi-faceted one for all in attendance."

Blockchain.com Miami Padel Open will transform Island Gardens into an experiential 2,000-person open-air entertainment venue, lending to the ultimate padel tournament experience. Spectators can anticipate a VIP experience presented by luxury Swiss watchmaking brand, Richard Mille. The Richard Mille Luxury Boxes will house 76 individual VIP Boxes coupled with a special boutique activation by culinary titan Major Food Group’s exclusive private membership destination, ZZ’s Club. In addition, luxury wine label La Fête du Rosé will feature a specialty pop-up bar serving its signature rosé. While, Pura Vida, South Florida’s beloved wellness-driven destination, will be serving guests within their own dedicated area on-site throughout the weeklong event. In true Miami fashion, attendees can expect daily/nightly live music programming and impromptu celeb performances, including a special performance by Ludacris, a multitude of dining options, concessions, and a not-to-be-missed selection of retail offerings, all set against the beautiful backdrop of Biscayne Bay and Downtown Miami.

The Honorary Chairperson for this year’s Blockchain.com Miami Padel Open is famed Miami Heat superstar and padel enthusiast, Jimmy Butler. An avid fan of the sport himself, the five-time NBA All-Star has been very supportive of Boich Investment Group’s efforts in bringing the World Padel Tour to Miami.

“Padel became an instant obsession for me back when my trainer first introduced me to the sport as a new conditioning workout. I love to compete - it really drives me, which ultimately drove my passion for padel to where I’ll play two to three hours a day when I can,” said Butler. 

A true first for the city of Miami and within World Padel Tour history, the Blockchain.com Miami Padel Open will feature both the male and female Circuit, a major step in establishing the professional competition on North American soil. The event will also mark the second time that the World Padel Tour will touch down in the United States in the last five years.