Meet Modern Luxury San Diego's Men of Style 2025

DR. CARL FINDLEY III

Dr. Carl Findley III is a modern-day Renaissance man. After a career in teaching as a professor of German and Russian literature and philosophy, the published author switched tracks to pursue an art-focused role in finance and investing. “I’m currently completing my Master’s in wealth management from Columbia University in New York City, focusing on art as an asset and family office practice,” says Dr. Findley. “I recently presented ‘Art as an Asset’ at Columbia, explaining how contemporary art can potentially serve as an asset class to diversify portfolios.” Dr. Findley and his wife, Jennifer, a private art curator and founder of JFiN Collective, have extended their love of art to philanthropy, supporting Mingei International Museum and the Museum of Contemporary Art San Diego. “A man’s style should elevate and empower, but I’m from the South, so it should also be subtle,” says Dr. Findley. “When I’m at a museum or charitable event, I can push the boundaries a bit, but when working with a client, it’s all business, and I keep it classic.”

I WOULD DESCRIBE MY STYLE AS… A GENTLEMAN AND A SCHOLAR.

MY ULTIMATE STYLE ICON IS… PAUL NEWMAN.

MY MOST TREASURED PIECE IS MY… MY DAD’S 1980S ROLEX SUBMARINER.

A MAN IS NEVER FULLY DRESSED WITHOUT… A POCKET SQUARE.

MY SIGNATURE SCENT IS… MUSGO REAL BLACK EDITION.

MY FAVORITE WATCH IS A… ROLEX.

MY ULTIMATE FASHION SPLURGE IS… ART.

MY FAVORITE DESIGNERS ARE… J. MUESER, LORO PIANA AND RALPH LAUREN PURPLE LABEL.

THE TITLE OF MY AUTOBIOGRAPHY WOULD BE… THE UNRULY HEIR.

THE FIVE THINGS LEFT ON MY BUCKET LIST ARE… SKIING IN ZERMATT, STAYING AT SPLENDIDO IN PORTOFINO, OWNING A ROLLS-ROYCE CORNICHE IV, AND BEING A GREAT HUSBAND AND FATHER.

TIM MIRANDA

When high-net-worth families need legal advice, they turn to Tim Miranda, the founding partner of Antonyan Miranda, LLP. Fresh off opening a new office in Temecula, the litigation trial attorney and certified family law specialist continues to focus on complex family matters for his elite clientele. “Our firm sponsors many organizations that contribute to the legal profession as a whole,” says Miranda of his philanthropic work. “We have also recently become partners of One Safe Place, which helps those who have experienced family violence, elder abuse, child abuse, hate crimes, human trafficking or other crimes.” Style is just one way the go-getter stays on top of his professional game. “You can tell a lot about a person by the way they dress,” says Miranda. “Pride in appearance is indicative of other personal and professional qualities.”

IN THREE WORDS, I WOULD DESCRIBE MY STYLE AS… REFINED, URBAN AND CLASSIC.

MY ULTIMATE STYLE ICON IS… TOM FORD MEETS FRANK SINATRA.

MY MOST TREASURED PIECE IS MY… COMFORTABLE BLUE DENIM JEANS THAT I CAN PAIR WITH JUST ABOUT ANYTHING.

A MAN IS NEVER FULLY DRESSED WITHOUT… A BEAUTIFUL WOMAN ON HIS ARM.

MY SIGNATURE SCENT IS… ANY CLIVE CHRISTIAN SCENT.

MY FAVORITE WATCH IS A… ROLEX SKY-DWELLER.

MY ULTIMATE FASHION SPLURGE IS… BESPOKE SUITING.

MY FAVORITE DESIGNERS ARE… TOM FORD, STEFANO RICCI AND KITON.

THE TITLE OF MY AUTOBIOGRAPHY WOULD BE… SON, SUE—THE ART OF MORE.

WILLIAM BRADLEY

Chef William Bradley is the culinary mastermind behind Del Mar’s Addison, Southern California’s first three-Michelin-starred restaurant. Since opening the fine dining destination in 2006, Bradley has established Addison as one of only 77 Relais & Châteaux restaurants worldwide and earned top honors from The Best Chef awards in 2024. “At Addison, my team and I showcase the beauty and allure of California gastronomy through an experience that celebrates regional ingredients and influences,” says the San Diego native, who gives back to the next generation of chefs through the Culinary Council for Bocuse d’Or USA. “The way you present yourself professionally, through clothing, communication or even design choices in your work, sets the tone for how others perceive your professionalism and confidence,” continues Bradley. “Your style should reflect your personality and values without needing to say anything.”

IN THREE WORDS, I WOULD DESCRIBE MY STYLE AS… SIMPLE, EFFORTLESS AND FITTED.

MY ULTIMATE STYLE ICON IS… PERRY FARRELL.

MY MOST TREASURED PIECES ARE MY… TIMEPIECES.

A MAN IS NEVER FULLY DRESSED WITHOUT… A TIMEPIECE TO COMPLETE THE LOOK.

MY SIGNATURE SCENT IS… TOM FORD TOBACCO VANILLE.

MY FAVORITE WATCH IS A… HUBLOT BIG BANG GOLD TIMEPIECE. IT WAS A GIFT I RECEIVED FROM HUBLOT FOR ACHIEVING THREE MICHELIN STARS AT ADDISON.

MY ULTIMATE FASHION SPLURGE IS… A NEW BLAZER FROM ZEGNA OR ISAIA.

I F I WEREN’T IN MY CURRENT CAREER, I WOULD… BE A FASHION DESIGNER OR IN A BAND.

MICHAEL BURTON

As the founder and stylist behind SoCal’s MB Styles, Michael Burton has spent the last decade helping men refine their wardrobes and elevate their style. “Style is at the core of what I do—it’s not just about clothing; it’s about confidence, presence and authenticity,” says Burton, who has styled everyone from CEOs to creatives to athletes. “I see style as a way of expressing who I am and how I want to show up in the world. Professionally, it’s the foundation of my business. I help men align their wardrobes with their lifestyle, career and goals so they not only look good but feel like the best version of themselves.” This fall, he’ll launch a seasonal style guide series, giving men digital access to his expert eye, and soon debut a men’s style book outlining his signature approach to the art of dressing well.

IN THREE WORDS, I WOULD DESCRIBE MY STYLE AS… REFINED, RELAXED AND INTENTIONAL.

MY ULTIMATE STYLE ICON IS… DAVID BECKHAM.

MY MOST TREASURED PIECE IS MY… CUSTOM ZEGNA CASHMERE BLAZER.

A MAN IS NEVER FULLY DRESSED WITHOUT… CONFIDENCE. WITHOUT IT, THE CLOTHES END UP WEARING YOU.

MY SIGNATURE SCENTS ARE… THE HARMONIST MATRIX METAL AND TOM FORD OUD WOOD.

MY FAVORITE WATCH IS A… PATEK PHILIPPE GONDOLO.

MY ULTIMATE FASHION SPLURGE IS… MY BOTTEGA VENETA WEEKEND DUFFLE.

MY FAVORITE DESIGNERS ARE… BRUNELLO CUCINELLI, LORO PIANA, BRIONI , ZEGNA, SANDRO AND JAMES PERSE.

THE TITLE OF MY AUTOBIOGRAPHY WOULD BE… IN MY OWN STYLE.

DR. SAMIR SABBAG

Dr. Samir Sabbag is a board-certified adult and geriatric psychiatrist with expertise in at-risk groups, such as ethnic minorities and the LGBTQ+ community. A scholar in UCSD’s STAHR Program and a graduate and faculty member of the University of Miami, Dr. Sabbag has gained accolades through his teaching endeavors and by authoring multiple articles, book chapters and funded studies. “When I work, I strive to have a clean, elegant, yet relaxed style, but I also allow some space for fun. I believe physicians should be at the top of their game in their knowledge, skills, bedside manners and the way they present themselves to others,” says Dr. Sabbag, who currently works in private practice. “How you dress implicitly reveals key aspects of yourself. In my personal life, I prefer to wear versatile, comfortable, yet elegant clothing to be able to attend to the multiple responsibilities life brings my way.”

IN THREE WORDS, I WOULD DESCRIBE MY STYLE AS… VERSATILE, EFFORTLESS AND FUN.

MY MOST TREASURED PIECE IS MY… MYKITA SUNGLASSES.

FOR KICKS, I ALWAYS WEAR… DESIGNER SNEAKERS BY BALENCIAGA, ALEXANDER MCQUEEN OR SALVATORE FERRAGAMO.

MY SIGNATURE SCENT IS… LOUIS VUITTON CACTUS GARDEN.

MY ULTIMATE FASHION SPLURGE IS… A PATEK PHILIPPE.

MY FAVORITE DESIGNERS ARE… BRUNELLO CUCINELLI, ZEGNA, LORO PIANA, SALVATORE FERRAGAMO AND MARCO PESCAROLO.

THE TITLE OF MY AUTOBIOGRAPHY WOULD BE… 50 SHADES OF BLUE.

IF I WEREN’T IN MY CURRENT CAREER, I WOULD… BE A NOVELIST OR MOVIE DIRECTOR.