Model, fashionista, fitness enthusiast, car lover…2019 Face of Foothills Mel Rodriguez does it all. With a laundry list of interests, the cover girl and social media influencer knows her stuff when it comes to what’s what and who’s who in the Valley and beyond. She’s sharing some of her of her top rec’s and go to brands with us here. Want more? Follow her on Instagram and peep the hashtag #FaceofFoothillsApproved.
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Fave #1: Andaz Scottsdale Resort
Recognized by Conde Nast Traveler 2018 Readers’ Choice Awards as one of the top resorts in the Southwest and Travel + Leisure 2018 It List, Andaz Scottsdale Resort & Bungalows combines mid-century modern design with local art to create an exceptional Sonoran Desert experience. Inspired by the colorful palate of the desert and timeless design of Alexander Girard, this secluded 23-acre, 185-bungalow urban oasis is uniquely away from it all, in the middle of everything in the heart of Scottsdale. Overlook iconic Camelback Mountain from the comfort of a private bungalow, enjoy a world-class dining experience, refresh at our three Resort pools, and rejuvenate at Palo Verde Spa & Apothecary. Discover the Cattle Track Arts Compound or participate in an Artist in Residence workshop onsite. Explore all Scottsdale has to offer, or let us create a relaxing, restorative, and intimate desert experience. Arrive at Andaz Scottsdale a traveler, leave a local. Find the resort on Instagram at @andazscottsdale.
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Fave #2: Luxe & City
Luxe and City is a members’ club for the creative arts and cultural industries. The group creates events and environments to showcase innovative individuals, demonstrating how creative industries fit and work together. Through business, community, design and events, LxC provides special services to members and supports growth within the industry. Check out the community on Instagram at @luxeandcity.
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Fave #3: DJ Feenicks
DJ Feenicks plays a variety of music for multiple events and venues around the valley. You can also catch him on his Scottsdale Nights Radio Show, “Feenicks Fridays”, every Friday night from 6pm to 7pm at www.scottsdalenightsradio.com. Follow the beat master on Instagram at @dj_feenicks.
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Fave #4: Momentum Brokers with Edgar Chavez
Edgar Chavez is a real estate entrepreneur who is passionate about helping others achieve their real estate goals. Edgar currently holds an active Real Estate license in both CA and AZ and specializes in Residential, Residential-Income, Commercial Properties, and NN/NNN Properties. He also has extensive experience with first time homebuyers, land acquisitions, short sales, and bank-owned properties. Edgar lists and sells properties in all areas and price ranges, from $15,000 lots to multi-million dollar shopping centers. Edgar’s mission, is to raise the real estate standard by providing his clients with honest answers, direction, a positive outlook, outstanding customer service and professional expertise. The satisfaction of his clients is his ultimate goal. Follow the real estate guru on Instagram at @the_official_chavez.
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Fave #5: HPE Activewear
Founder Nick Harris, a human performance specialist, has been at the forefront of human science for over 15 years having worked with multiple world champions from Formula 1™, Olympians and Grand Slam winning tennis players. In 2013, he applied the systems and science used to accelerate performance, increase recovery and reduce inflammation, to create the truly innovative HPE Activewear. All HPE garments are engineered for performance and designed to withstand the rigors of intense training for all conditions. In an activewear market long dominated by a few powerhouse brands, HPE focuses on building affordable luxury with performance and innovation for everyone. Shop the brand at their Scottsdale Quarter store and on Instagram at @hpeactivewear.
Fave #6: Oats Overnight
Oats Overnight launched in 2016 as a delicious, nutritious and convenient solution to breakfast. Simply mix a pack with a cup of milk in the shaker cup provided and refrigerate overnight. You’ll wake up to a protein packed, superfood rich breakfast that is ready to eat on the go. Check out their 9 delish flavors on Instagram at @oatsovernight.
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Fave #7: The Bronze Bar
The Bronze Bar, located in south Scottsdale, is dedicated to providing clients with a healthier tanning alternative with custom airbrush spray tans. Each client gets a formula uniquely blended for their skin tone and desired level of darkness so that they no longer have to damage their skin in the sun or beds. Bronzing since 2012, The Bronze Bar is Scottsdale’s highest rated sunless tanning salon on Yelp. Become a Bronze Babe by following them on Instagram at @thebronzebar and visit thebronzebarscottsdale.com for 24 hour online booking.
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Fave #8: Wet Haute Couture
Wet Haute Couture is a women’s label specializing in colorful luxury resort wear, founded by Ariana Vazquez. The label originated as a solution to a problem Vazquez faced – finding one quality affordable destination to shop everything from swimwear to cover-ups, resort dresses to occasion wear and accessories. Wet Haute Couture specializes in comfort and versatility while accentuating the goddess you already are, all with a tropical flare. You can find Wet Haute Couture inside Open Mind Emporium Store at Scottsdale Fashion Square. Follow the fashion line on Instagram at @wethautecouture and owner at @officialarianavazquez.
View this post on InstagramWet Haute Couture Is Located Inside Open Mind Emporium Store At Scottsdale Fashion Square Mall🛍
Fave #9: Branden Condy – Alegacy Marketing
Branden Condy is a young entrepreneur as seen on ABC. He specializes in marketing and is co-owner of one the largest marketing companies in the Valley and worldwide. Brandon is a master of the ATM business, well connected in the real estate industry helping clients sell and buy homes and part of the Alegacy Marketing team, which helps athletes, celebrities and more manage their social media and brand. If you want to scale your brand or build your portfolio, Branden is your guy! Follow him on Instagram at @BrandenCondy and @AlegacyMarketing.
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Fave #10: Bella Brows by Shauna LLC
Giving clients new brows is truly Shauna’s passion. She started out as a makeup artist with MAC and soon found an obsession with brows. Two years later she is slaying brows and licensed in two states. She looks forward to growing within the industry, setting trends, encourage each and every individual to follow their passion and simply being the best at brows. Check out her work on Instagram at @bella_browzz_by_shauna.
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