The Whole World’s a Stage for Kirsten Brandt
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‘Take Five’ With Vic’s Jazz Club Owner Sue Lowden
The neon cowboy Vegas Vic first waved his iconic thumb high above downtown Las Vegas over 70 years ago. Thanks to the legendary Lowden family, Vic still gives his signature thumbs up to a jazz lounge bearing his name.
Mae Daly’s Fine Steaks & Whiskeys
For the proprietors, Richard Femenella and his team, Mae Daly's Fine Steaks & Whiskeys, located on Las Vegas Boulevard across from The STRAT Hotel, Casino & Tower, is a tribute to a figure deeply ingrained in Las Vegas's history.
Drawing Parallels
As Rachel Marron, Whitney Houston's fictional pop diva in "The Bodyguard," stood on the corner balcony of her suite, she quipped about enjoying the view from Miami Dolphins owner Don Shula's extravagant quarters. That moment, captured in a sweeping aerial shot alongside Kevin Costner, immortalized the Fontainebleau Miami Beach in another Hollywood classic.
The Inflation Saga
Inflation, defined as the general increase in prices and the corresponding decrease in the purchasing power of money, is measured by indexes like the Consumer Price Index (CPI) or the Producer Price Index (PPI), which tracks the price of goods and services over a fixed period of time. While moderate inflation indicates a growing economy, high or hyperinflation can lead to many economic challenges.
John Barry
As you step into Fontainebleau Las Vegas, a world of sophistication and artistic brilliance unfolds at every turn. This luxury resort, a crown jewel of the Las Vegas Strip, captivates visitors with its masterfully curated ambiance, where art and design converge to create a breathtaking, immersive experience. At the heart of this transformation is John Barry, the dynamic principal at Kevin Barry Art Advisory (KBAA).
Swim Week Las Vegas
As the American fashion industry strengthens domestically, Las Vegas emerges as a key player in the fashion landscape. The inaugural Swim Week Las Vegas, held Aug. 15-19 at Resorts World Las Vegas, showcased collections from designers worldwide, presenting the latest trends, colors and style direction for swimwear.
Exploring San Diego’s Historic Hotel del Coronado
Hotel del Coronado, affectionately known as "The Del," is the grand dame of historical California resorts on Coronado Island in San Diego. It rises magnificently along the ocean surf as a cultural icon and a community Bastian. Established in 1888, Hotel del Coronado is a rare surviving example of the American architectural genre, the wooden Victorian beach resort.
Metropolitan Fashion Week
As the epitome of American fashion, Metropolitan Fashion Week delivers exceptional productions at legendary locations, including fine art museums, historic mansions, Warner Bros. Film Studios, City Halls and esteemed gardens across the country. Led by CEO Eduardo Khawam and his husband Paul Jaramillo, this esteemed organization has steadfastly maintained its commitment to excellence since its inception.
The Man Behind the Images
When Chic Compass magazine was developed six years ago, the high-glossy print and digital magazine had several goals to achieve. One is the inclusion of the artistry of photography and the messages captured and expressed. Robert Dolan, one of the partners of Chic Compass and owner, president and CEO of Cashman Photo Enterprises, brings this creativity to multimedia platforms, including photo and video production.