Our annual Fashion Issue celebrates timeless elegance, bold trends and those who inspire us to dress for the lives we want.
September always feels like the unofficial start of something new. Even if the Florida heat doesn’t exactly scream fall, this month has a way of shifting our mindset — back to routine, to purpose, and yes, to style. It’s the season of reinvention. A chance to pull ourselves together, step out with intention and wear the version of ourselves we’re ready to show the world.
Fashion, for me, is personal. It’s also inherited. I come from a long line of women who never left the house looking anything short of fabulous. My nana, who lived her entire life in Rhode Island, had a coat for every season, a closet full of beautifully tailored pieces and the kind of accessories that turned a walk through the supermarket into a runway moment. Whether she was heading to a holiday party or picking up milk, she dressed like it mattered. And to her, it did.
My mother followed her lead and always looked pristine. Hair done, outfit styled, lipstick applied. Her approach to fashion wasn’t about labels or trends. It was about pride. About showing up for yourself, no matter the occasion. And now, I find myself carrying on the tradition — loving fashion not just for the clothes, but for what they represent. Confidence. Creativity. Celebration.
Even my young daughters seem to be following in those fashionable footsteps. Whether they’re picking out their outfits for school or playing dress-up at home, it’s clear they’ve inherited the same love of style. Watching them express themselves through what they wear reminds me how early that spark begins, and how powerful it can be when nurtured.
That spirit lives throughout this issue.
We’re thrilled to feature an exclusive interview with Caroline Baudino, an inspiring voice in women’s fashion who reminds us all to stop saving our best pieces for someday. Her philosophy is simple and powerful: Every day is a reason to get dressed. She shares fall trends that feel fresh yet wearable and offers encouragement to women who may have lost their spark. Caroline is proof that you don’t have to be a runway model to have style — you just need to be willing to show up for yourself.
This issue also steps into the world of design-meets-fashion with a spotlight on the new Armani/Casa Residences coming to Pompano Beach. This development isn’t just about real estate. It’s about lifestyle. Global elegance, understated luxury and the kind of meticulous attention to detail that mirrors the best of both fashion and architecture. Armani/Casa proves that design doesn’t stop at your wardrobe. It’s how you live. How you curate your space. How you surround yourself with beauty, inside and out.
That philosophy resonates deeply with me. Because fashion isn’t just about what’s trending on social media or walking down a runway in Milan. It’s how we communicate with the world and carry ourselves. Whether we’re running to school drop-off, heading into a meeting or making a grocery run like my nana once did, fashion gives us an opportunity — to show up, stand tall and express ourselves without saying a word.
So here’s to a September filled with structure and spontaneity, with neutrals and statement pieces, with fresh starts and old favorites. Whether you’re rebooting your closet, refreshing your energy or simply remembering what it feels like to get excited about getting dressed again, I hope this issue brings inspiration, beauty and a touch of glamour to your season.