Índex per Spring 2019 a Chic Compass

From the Fashion Week runways of New York, Las Vegas, and Los Angeles, David Tupaz presents his Spring 2019 looks. The collection is presented in rich tones of magenta with a touch of lime, gold, and, of course, the Tupaz staple of black and white which is present in every collection he creates season after season. An array of luxurious materials of Italian jersey, viscose crepe, metallic French corded lace, gold leaf spandex, black sequined mesh, silk organza, and crepe jersey with unique gold leaf stenciled print coordinate the entire collection. As expected, there is always a touch of “Old Hollywood.” David brings a fresh statement of carefree lines and silhouettes that are fun, wearable, and classic. Easy styles, youthful yet sophisticated… A look inspired by a Spanish infanta from…

Who says Sin City lacks culture? Now, all you need to get your art game on is to spend some time exploring what’s become the (he)art of Palms. Known since its opening in 2001 for spacious rooms, themed suites and innovative vibe, Station Casino owners and avid art collectors Frank and Lorenzo Fertitta bought Palms in 2016—and then promptly brought in renowned British contemporary artist Damien Hirst (a favorite of the brothers) as an official collaborator—with a goal of hooking Palms’ next-gen devotees on an art-infused aesthetic incomparable to anything on (or off) the Strip. In 2018, the resort revealed a one-of-a-kind, property-wide art program as part of its massive (nearly) $700 million “From Dust to Gold” renovation…and it was Creative Director Tal Cooperman who was called on to curate…

There are 12,116 parts in a Steinway piano. It takes all these parts plus one pianist to journey through the music universe to create sound. As an aspiring pianist, I am fortunate to have had two tours of the Steinway & Sons factory in the last six months. While visiting New York City on a family holiday vacation, walking along the Avenue of the Americas, I discovered the Steinway & Sons showroom and fell in love with a limited-edition Model B Steinway which had that rich sound only found on a Steinway. I asked if we could visit the factory but to my disappointment, the salesman told me the factory was closed that week. I revisited the showroom several times to play that piano and I asked my dad if…

EUROPEAN BATHS. The name alone evokes so many images and thoughts. With the advent of indoor plumbing, the flushing toilet, overhead showers and bathing tubs, the modern bath has come a long way. Centuries, in fact. It may be sparsely known yet archaeologists have unearthed evidence of water pipes dating back from 3000 to 4000 BC; Egyptians had copper piping around 2500 BC; the first known flushing toilet was invented in the Richmond Palace in the 16th century. The 1800’s brought us our first hotel in Boston with 8 indoor water closets. It is only fitting that the history of plumbing and luxury plumbing related products have their own roots in Las Vegas dating back to the 20th century. Enter European Las Vegas with all its history. It’s safe to…

Corazon Ugalde Yellen Armenta was born and raised in the Philippines, the youngest daughter of former Philippine Air Force Brigadier General Aurelio Ugalde and Chony Ugalde. Her paternal grandfather was from Spain, and her other heritage is a mixture of Filipino, Polynesian, Chinese, Portuguese and Italian. No wonder she has that exotic, alluring look! Early on, Corazon started modeling at 13 years old and has been featured several times as a Cover Girl. Corazon is more than a pretty face, however, she graduated Siena College and attended University of Santo Thomas. She is also a member of the Screen Actors Guild of America, SAG/AFTRA. Over the years, you may have seen Cora in numerous print ads and TV commercials for Pepsi Cola, Firestone, Macy’s, Kings Hawaiian Bread, Western Airlines, San…

As we move through life, there are things that happen that we’re unable to explain logically. If we’re lucky those are the times in our life where things seem to fall into place and satisfy our desires, whether we’ve only thought about them or have spoken them aloud. When I met with Judith August to discuss her life and her cosmetic business, she delighted in the idea that much in her life had been more than happen-stance. So her story begins… Judith was born and raised in Los Angeles, California. At the age of 16, Judith went on a modeling interview to become the “May Girl,” which meant she would become the image of the store modeling everything from fur coats to dresses to dishwashers. She got the job and…

The first time I met Deb Pittman, I thought of a sprite because there is a mystical quality about her that shows up and becomes evident in her creations. She is a shy and thoughtful person whom I found intriguing because there seems to be no end for what she’s able to create. She loves trying new ways to present her art, and her creations are always evolving and expanding. In addition, when she has completed a painting, oftentimes, she’ll go back over it time and again to give it a different look. “My creations are never done.” Deborah’s work is varied, giving testimony to her ability as a fine artist. I was drawn to some of her art creations representing a time gone by with her vintage fishing floats…

This past St. Patrick’s Day, my husband, Curtis, and I took a little trip to Henderson, Nevada, to celebrate the day in a jazzy way at the E-String and to watch Woody Woods and his Big Band perform there. The place was packed, and due to a communication error in booking a table, we were without seats. Woody graciously offered us to join another couple sitting in a large booth. We only had a few moments for a polite introduction to meet Lynn and Erik before the festivities began. It turned out that Lynn was one of the featured vocalists, and when it was time for her to perform, she removed her jacket to reveal a stunning gown. She stepped onto the stage and belted out a beautiful song. Afterherperformance,…

UFC (Ultimate Fighting Championship) is a Las Vegas-based mixed martial arts promotion. Locals have heard of UFC but may not be sure what it stands for, or exactly what it was. I initially thought that it was boxing, but after taking a visit to their Corporate Campus, I learned differently. The sport of MMA allows athletes to use techniques from various combat sports and martial arts that includes both striking and grappling. UFC, a globally popular enterprise, produces worldwide events that “showcase twelve weight divisions and abide by the Unified Rules of Mixed Martial Arts.” “UFC is a premium global sports brand and the largest Pay-Per-View event provider in the world. It boasts 278 million fans worldwide and produces events in 25 countries. Programming is broadcast in over 165 countries…

I’ve been Hexxed! Yes, a spell was cast over my husband and myself the night we went to celebrate our anniversary at this alluring restaurant, Hexx Kitchen + Bar. We were enraptured the minute we entered the restaurant and confectionery located in the Paris Hotel in Las Vegas, Nevada. This was the first spell they cast. Jitter bug and dancing feet. Laughter, songs and joy replete. Let’s go howl unto the moon, and sing, and sing a joyous tune.~ Alexxa ~ The restaurant is captivating, the high energy electric. The warm hip South Beach Florida feel is hypnotic. Everywhere you look there is a magnetic pull from the mixture of contemporary upscale decor balanced with chocolate hues, earth tones, rich woods, unique furnishings and happy faces. The bar is elegantly…

What do you get when you put two angels of the arts together in the same room? You get Art Dash! Art Dash was the brain child of Niki Sands who has been an advocate for the arts for decades now in Las Vegas. She enrolled Nancy Good, another strong arts advocate to help her in her mission for a grand cause. That cause being Forgotten Song Foundation. It was a night designed to raise funds for the foundation whose entire mission is dedicated to recognizing, remembering, and sustaining the visual artists and performance artistry of live music for future generations. That is an ambitious statement but FSF has been working hard for the last four years to keep their mission alive and they have succeeded in giving out $25,000…

The release of the Las Vegas Suite has arrived, and it is even more fabulous than I imagined. Nathan Tanouye, the composer, Clint Holmes, the lyricist, and the incredibly talented Las Vegas Jazz Connection have put together a tribute to our city, Las Vegas. They have captured the aura that encompasses a city such as this. We reached out to Jerry Blank, a highly sought-after artist who calls Las Vegas his home and asked him to give us an interpretation of the music on the album. I think you will agree he did an outstanding job on the layout and cover of the album. “Springtime in the Desert” is the first cut on the CD and it will have you humming along and envisioning the beauty of our desert. I…

Forgotten Song Foundation event at Eccoci 16th Annual UNLV College of Fine Arts Hall of Fame (photos by Cashman Photo) Paint the Town Opera Las Vegas (photos courtesy of Richard Brusky) Opera Las Vegas cont. (photos courtesy of Richard Brusky) Amy Crosley Junior Recital (photos courtesy of Amanda Ketterer) 2019 VIVA Awards (photos courtesy of Talbot Snow)…