Find Fall Fashion Tips While Visiting Las Vegas

If you caught the upcoming fall fashion trends in New York, you're probably excited or not. There are some new looks to consider — conservative glamour, chic urban warriors, eccentric color combinations — and not all of them mesh well. Spring seemed much easier.

But whatever the reason for the latest eclectic looks, Stirling Club members can find a little help right around the corner in Las Vegas. This Thursday, a former actress, television executive, and founder of My Fashion Architect will provide some complimentary tips and techniques to turn wardrobe shopping into self-confidence.

Fabulous Fall Trends with My Fashion Architect.

Starting at 6 p.m on Aug. 12 in the north lounge of The Stirling Club, this special presentation begins with a recap of the more memorable fashions to hit the runway for fall 2010. Immediately following the fashion line, the real work begins as Joni Hoffman provides some candid advice for women hoping to define their style, shop with clarity, and multitask their wardrobes.

"Since fashion is constantly changing, it is difficult for most of us to keep up," offers Hoffman on her site. "Every woman wants to feel confident and beautiful regardless of age, body type or lifestyle. I believe that every woman can achieve her own personal style."

Her thoughts on dressing right have very little to do with being trendy. She offers up much more pertinent advice, guiding women toward fashions that fit, look flattering, and raise self-esteem because the people around you are more likely to notice you as opposed to what you are wearing. As Hoffman put it, the clothes you wear work best when they reflect you.

This event is complimentary for Stirling Club members (reservations still apply by calling 702-732-9700). However, if you are interested in joining The Stirling Club, this event could be the perfect opportunity to introduce yourself. Contact Kathleen Gustafson at 702-784-4603 for a guest pass to the event and an exclusive tour, depending on your schedule.

Hoffman has already mapped out some of the best boutiques in Las Vegas. So, if you want to save a little time for more fun, she is certainly a fashion go-to person while you are here.

Learn Some Secrets From Chef Steve Piamchunter

Most Stirling Club members already know. And now you can find out too. Steve Piamchunter is an amazing chef.

Since becoming a recognized chef with the Charlie Palmer Group and becoming head chef at The Stirling Club, he already had 10 years of experience working at some of the finest restaurants in Las Vegas. That doesn't count all the experience working in his family’s Thai restaurant in California.

Join Chef Steve Piamchunter For A Summertime Cooking Demonstration

At 6 p.m. on Wednesday, Aug. 11, Chef Piamchunter will provide a light and refreshing cooking demonstration with an emphasis on summertime specialties. The rare evening event will include tastings.

While the specific menu won't be released (it's a surprise), Chef Piamchunter's recipes were highlighted by Sinner Magazine twice last year. The first featured recipe included lollipop chicken wings, which borrows some techniques from his skills as an international and American contemporary chef.

Lollipop chicken wings are frenched wings covered with a sweet and spicy caramelized coating. The wings are then served over a green onion salad.

Also featured last year was his recipe for a Napolean melon Caprese salad. The salad requires a layering technique using fresh melons and buffalo mozzarella.

While the summertime cooking demonstration menu isn't listed, those two recipes provide an appetizer of the caliber one can expect. Considering the culinary skill noted by the Charlie Palmer Group, it isn't much of a surprise.

Since the opening of Aureole on the upper east side of Manhattan, American cuisine pioneer Charlie Palmer and all of his chefs are world renown. His collection of coast-to-coast locations encompass numerous award-winning restaurants. Recently, six of his restaurants were the recipients of Wine Spectator's 2010 Best of Award of Excellence. Aureole Las Vegas was one of seven to win the Grand Award.

Charlie Palmer Group also handles The Stirling Club's exclusive private dining and catering options. The venue can accommodate groups from 20 to 500 people.

Seating is limited and is only $19.95 for members. Non-members are invited to contact Kathleen Gustafson at 702-784-4603 for an exclusive tour or to make additional arrangements, pending the availability of any offering.

Five Summer Luxuries From Las Vegas

While Las Vegas usually attracts more than 3 million people every month during the summer, area residents sometimes find themselves spending much more time indoors. Even so, there some simple luxuries that can transform anyone's summer (whether you live in Las Vegas or not).

Most of these tips from our top five list include amenities that are exclusive to The Stirling Club Las Vegas. However, with a little bit of imagination, most of them can be adapted for almost any locality. From the simplest to the most extravagant, all five of these summer luxuries can help put any summer blues far away and behind you.

Five Luxuries For A Fun Las Vegas Summer.

• Try A New Summer Drink Originally created by beverage director and sommelier Franklin Ferguson in Los Angeles, the Agave Negro remains a great summer cocktail. In a cocktail shaker, muddle two blackberries and then add ice, 1 1/2 ounces of Reposado tequila, 3/4 ounces of lime juice, 3/4 ounces of simple syrup, 1/2 ounces of Chambord and shake well. Pour into a rocks glass and stir in 1 ounce chilled club soda. Garnish with lime. Or, if you would like to try something else, ask our servers for suggestions.

• Refresh Your Skin The Stirling Club is currently offering a 50-minute Swedish massage, followed by a 50-minute Spa Mediterranee red wine body treatment, including a red wine scrub, antioxidant wrap, and radiant red wine shea butter rub that will leave your skin radiant. What is especially unique about this spa treatment is that it helps protect the skin from UVB exposure, which is common under the Las Vegas summer sun.

• Choose Your Pool. Spend a leisurely afternoon in the sparkling blue mosaic Stirling Club pool. The expansive lagoon pool is much more accessible than crowded pools at various hotels. Or, if you prefer a cooler climate, visit one of the monthly pool (billiards) tournaments hosted by member Marty Tunnel and sponsored by Siku Vodka. (The next scheduled tournament is Aug. 5).

• Host A Summer Party. Host a summer party at The Stirling Club, and the Charlie Palmer Group will apply a portion of the event as a credit to any Stirling Club membership (interested members can contact Kathleen Gustafson for details). Depending on the size of the party, they can be booked in a private meeting room, charming Verandah Room or opulent Stirling Room. All parties are catered by the legendary team of renowned Chef Charlie Palmer.

• Escape For A Day. While many people find the Las Vegas summer hot for too much outside fun, you can find some one-day outdoor adventures and still stay cooler. One such adventure is the only one-day Grand Canyon white water rafting trip on the nearby Hualapai Reservation.

Since its opening in 2001, The Stirling Club Las Vegas has become a premier destination to relax, meet with friends, and appreciate the finest that Las Vegas has to offer. While the club is private for members, special arrangements can made by contacting Kathleen Gustafson at 702-784-4603 for a private tour or pass for those considering membership.

It is the perfect opportunity to discover the best in leisure, dining, spa services, fitness, business, and social amenities. While enjoying the property, it's not uncommon to see the occasional celebrity already enjoying their membership.