REAL Exclusive Magazine

Look Present-able This Holiday Season

By Rebecca Smith

Tis the season to be glamorous! Getting glammed-up just got a whole lot more luxe this holiday season. Now is the time to add a little glitz. In this REAL Style holiday issue we will share holiday LOOKS. Whether you are headed to a holiday party or entertaining at home get the perfect look that will keep you looking stylish this holiday season.

On top of the holiday LOOK list is fur, eye catching accessories and an impressive array of beauty products that guarantee to make you sparkle from head to toe. At the forefront of holiday fashion is the fur. Get all wrapped-up in a sensational fur this holiday season. They are an essential element of living beautifully, as demonstrated in photo; a Saga fox fur vest and sumptuous poncho with dyed rabbit inserts. Whether you’re drawn to cutting edge cool or ladylike luxury these sumptuous garments offer individualized impact. Read More

Jackie Z Style Co.: Where Fashion Meets Lifestyle

By Lalanea Gonzalez-Figueroa

Photography by Giovanni Lunardi

Design by Christian Lunardi

“Fashion fades, only style remains the same” Coco Chanel

Walk into her signature boutique in Downtown Sarasota, and you’re transported into Jackie Zumba’s world, where eclectic elements come together in fashionable harmony. The shop’s distinct vibe is at once intriguing and inviting; it’s a place where savvy shoppers and fashion neophytes comingle, where chic elegance is expressed at every turn, and where individuals are encouraged to explore and cultivate their unique personal styles. The New York native’s goal is to inspire customers to find themselves in fashion, to share the joy that the industry brings to her. “I’m excited about this,” she asserts. “I want shopping to be a great experience for everyone.” Read More

304 Marina Tower

Downtown Sarasota Living At Its Finest

By Ed Bertha

Photography by Chad Spencer & Detlev von Kessel

It is downtown living like no other. This exquisitely unique luxury townhome located in Marina Tower amazes you with its panoramic views of downtown Sarasota, Sarasota Bay and the marina. One of the most sought-after locations in Sarasota, it emulates the warmth of a home. The unit is two floors, both with luxurious water front and downtown views located in one of Sarasota’s premiere high rise buildings.

The main living floor consists of the living room/dining room, kitchen, powder bath and two ensuite bedrooms. The space features gorgeous wide-plank Walnut floors, with details only the finest craftsman could accomplish. Read More

Refreshing Change, The Season and REAL Exclusive

In this issue we visit with Jackie Zumba, Main Street’s diva of style. Her enthusiasm and eye for style are changing the fashion landscape for Sarasota’s in crowd, from young to old. Moving on, we boat with MarineMax of Venice. Not only do they sell boats but help you enjoy a water-based luxury lifestyle. Lastly, we meet with Meredith Garofalo and Big Brothers Big Sisters of the Sun Coast. Come join us and help some very deserving children.

In this issue we also continue change. A refreshed design of REAL Exclusive awaits the turn of a page. Also, we invite you to preview our new website, www.GetRealExclusive.com. A fresh new look continues to enhance the definition of luxury lifestyle in Sarasota. Read More

MarineMax of Venice

United By Water

By Lalaena Gonzalez-Figueroa

Photography by Chad Spencer

As the largest marine retailer in the United States, MarineMax offers its clients an extensive network of new, used and brokerage vessel sales, as well as an array of products and services designed to support the coveted on-the-water lifestyle.  From service to classes to recreational outings, MarineMax is the resource for marine enthusiasts of every level.

Size matters at MarineMax, which sells a range of fine boat lines including Bayliner, Sea Ray, Boston Whaler, Hatteras, Cabo and Meridian Yachts.  “Because we are a large company, we have access to inventory on a regional basis,” explains MarineMax Venice Business Manager Mike Tompkins.  “Our combined dealership inventory means we offer our customers a larger selection of vessels.  Clients aren’t left to their own devices when selecting their watercrafts, though.”  MarineMax prides itself on its top-notch customer service, which starts with a thorough understanding of the unique wants and needs for each buyer. Read More

Big Brothers Big Sisters of the Sun Coast

One to One Mentoring

By Lalaena Gonzalez-Figueroa

For over four decades, Big Brothers Big Sisters of the Sun Coast has fostered life-changing relationships for generations of participants.  And while quantifiable results prove considerable improvements in the outlook of at-risk youth and their families, the impact is significant for volunteering mentors as well.  Says Meredith Garofalo, a Big Sister and Community Resource Director for the organization’s Manatee County office, “This is an opportunity to help change someone’s life for the better.” Read More

Fab Fall Fashions!

By Rebecca Z. Smith

The Making of a Look

What makes a look come together? In this REAL Style issue Saks Fifth Avenue shares the unique vision and expert pointers from top designers, so we can put it all together effortlessly this fall. It’s all about contrasting your textures, picking a harmonious hue, betting on black (& white), mixing big prints with small, neutralizing layers and combing casual with luxe.

Let’s start with Black. Christine Dior says it is the most slimming of all colors and the most flattering.  You can wear it any time, at any age and for almost any occasion. Designer Consuela Castiglioni “Marni” likes to combine casual with luxe, playing with proportions and graphic elements.  Luxurious materials and even fur accents add preciousness. Mary Kate and Ashley Olsen “The Row” are loosening up layers this fall. Loosening up layers will create a delicate and comfortable touch to traditional winter fabrics. Read More

Botox Hair Treatment

By Sheila Venancia

Start your hair rehab……… TODAY!!!!!!!!

After years of research, a revolutionary “Hair Botox” treatment has been developed to help transform thin, weak, dull hair to thick, silky, smooth strands. Hair Botox is Hollywood’s latest obsession. Celebrities such as Jennifer Aniston, Angelina Jolie, Sarah Jessica Parker, Kate Hudson, Reese Witherspoon, Scarlett Johansson, Meg Ryan, to name just a few, are using it and raving about the results they are experiencing.

What is the Hair Botox Treatment? Read More

How Foreign Buyers Impact Our Real Estate Market

By Patricia Tan

Real estate prices are always a popular topic of conversation, and recent press coverage has given Florida home owners a lot to talk about. Reports from around the state tell of rising prices, falling inventory levels and increasing numbers of closed sales.  Comments like “Reminiscent of our market boom in the early 2000’s” and “Houses selling as fast as they did in 2005” are commonplace.

I thought it would be interesting to look back and put today’s property values in perspective. Read More

Shopping Center Industry Coins “Med-Tail”

By William Henry PhD

A New Acronym For Medical Clinics Locating In Retail Centers

Recent Moves to Retrofit Existing Commercial and Retail Space Spurs Demand for “DESIGN DUE DILIGENCE’

Diversion of retail sales from traditional ‘sticks and bricks’ retail centers to internet sales leads to ‘Med-Tail’. At the annual Florida Conference of the International Council of Shopping Centers ‘ICSC’ a new acronym was coined from the presentations to describe the migration of many walk in clinics, medical diagnostic centers and outpatient treatment areas into vacant spaces once housing retail uses. The term to describe it was referred to as ‘Med-Tail’. The retrofits of retail space, many hit hard by the lingering effects of the recession, was often attributed by several speakers to the siphoning of retail sales from traditional ‘sticks and bricks’ retail venues to internet sales. Read More

Lakefront Estate Home For Sale In Private Ashley Subdivision

6743 Ashley Court, Sarasota, FL 34241

$749,000 USD

€548,080 EUR

£454,600 BPS

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REAL Exclusive Magazine Digital Edition Featuring:

Rich Heiles, Suncoast Charities for Children, Realtor Expo benefiting the American Cancer Society, Home Resource and more.

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REAL Exclusive Properties Digital Edition Featuring:

The Bonaire at Spice Bay

constructed by Perrone Construction

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Rich Heiles

East End Volleyball:

A New Era In Beach Volleyball

By Lalaena Gonzalez-Figueroa

Photography by Giovanni Lunardi

Design by Christian Lunardi

It all started in 1977, when a group of avid volleyball players in Long Island took the game to a new venue: the beach. “We played coordinated events in the winter,” recalls Rich Heiles, a founding member of East End Volleyball (EEVB). “Though the volleyball community was already playing on beaches during the summer, we didn’t have formal competitions.” That summer they launched their inaugural beach volleyball competition, a small event on Long Island that featured a single tournament. Read More

Bonaire At Spice Bay

The Dutch West Indies Meets Siesta Key

By Ed Bertha

West Indies style, specifically Dutch and British, is a style with deep historical roots adapting well to Florida living. It is a popular topic, and a trending style, that new construction is interpreting, specifically in coastal areas of Florida. To me, it is a collection of ideas, most often idealizing function, that are leading to a new reform on architecture. With Perrone Construction’s recent venture, the Bonaire at Spice Bay, they are continuing to define the West Indies construction trend. Let’s visit the West Indies, Spice Bay and the Bonaire. Read More