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110. THE COLLECTOR’S EYE
It is the most prestigious art gathering in the world...and for good reason. The European Fine Arts Fair (TEFAF) brings together the best art, galleries and collectors for one rarified week in The Netherlands. Join us for an insider look at how the mega-billion dollar art world works. By Lance Avery Morgan Photography by Loraine Bodewes, Natascha Libbert and Mark Neidermann
118. THE ART OF FLYING
Fly Me To The Moon. That song represented the lost art of flying. Here we capture the essence of traveling in yesteryear with a look back at the 70s on Braniff Airlines with a distinctly Texan point of view. By William Jack Sibley Photography courtesy of archival
126. ROOM AT THE INN
Dallas has always been known for its Texas hospitality. Some things never change with the glamorous hotels that made a mark on its visitors...which is why some remain so popular. By Lori Duran Photography courtesy of author’s own and archival
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It takes a village to create this magazine and our digital media platform, SocietyTexas.com. Here’s a look at some of the many talented dynamos who make it happen as we dive into the fall social season.
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Looking for more culture as summer unfolds? Take a look at some offerings from our state’s finest museums and cultural institutions in the country, according to our arts arbiter Rob Giardinelli.
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The Christian Dior retrospective at the Dallas Museum of Art is the hottest ticket in the country right now. Lance Avery Morgan explains why it’s so important to the state...and to the cultural world.
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Ms. Modern Manners Sharon Schweitzer, JD who offers insight to your current social conundrums that can happen to anyone at any time.
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Houston and New York-based tastemaker Lucinda Loya is designing gorgeous rooms that glow with color. Here she shares her favorite and artfully stylish must-haves with Lance Avery Morgan.
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Our beauty insider Ana Bribiesca recommends the best new make-up trends that are stunningly chic from the beach to the boardroom.
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Seeking the chicest books for the summer season? Who isn't these days? Our bibliophile Lance Avery Morgan recommends these stylish choices.
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Tori Johnson, of TheStoriBook.com, shows how Karl Lagerfeld’s design acumen changed the world and how his legacy continues to make a difference.
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Want to know the coolest new thing in the state and beyond? So do we and Jake Gaines has been on the trail to hunt them down for us.
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America’s greatest living playwright gets real about his illustrious career with Success With Style podcast series founders Rob Giardinelli and Lance Avery Morgan.
Don’t you love a list with all the best choices available? Rank & Style’s CEO Jamie Chandlee shares the hottest must-haves for the summer ahead.
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Our editorial style setters Lesa Rossick (Austin), Cynthia Smoot (Dallas), Jennifer Roosth (Houston) and Eleanora Leeper Morrison (San Antonio) are on the scene with their favorite new finds across the state.
A look at the new events, people, places, and things that have been happening been on our radar in the Texas art world and beyond...with special insight from Dr. Patricia Ruiz-Healy.
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Editor-in-Chief and Creative Director Lance Avery Morgan shares his optimistically sunny disposition for the spring ahead.
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92 SAN ANTONIO, Alegra Volpe, Kelsey Lansdale, Hannah Bakke Caroline Green and Elizabeth Ryder
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The Dell Children’s Medical Center gala
102. SAN ANTONIO The Do-Seum gala
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The South Texas Charity Weekend events
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The American Heart Association luncheon
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The Discovery Green event
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To wear a piece of art, one must appreciate a work of art. This season’s cocktail and formal attire is as beautifully colorful as its wearers. We’ve enlisted some of our favorite Texas contemporary artists to provide a vibrant backdrop to celebrate these bright new days ahead.
Correction from Mar/Apr2019 Issue: Artwork is Rainbow Connection by Allison Gregory
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When jetting off to Burgundy, France expect the unexpected in this fabled land that’s très chic at every turn. From seeing its vineyards to its legendary must-sees you’ll want to pack your bags tomorrow. By Rose Betty Williams Photography courtesy of the author, archival
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White dinner jackets, sultry evening gowns and a booming nightlife represented Havana before 1959. Relive those glamorously sexy days and how the island capital city still stirs the imagination today.
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JAMIE CHANDLEE Rank & Style CEO Jamie Chandlee is a 12-year advertising industry veteran and a mom of two. Prior to Rank & Style, she was a leader on Facebook’s retail team where she helped brands connect with their consumers, so consumers in turn could make easier and confident purchasing decisions. As a busy working mom, Chandlee developed a strong passion for technologies that simplify consumer experiences so people have more time for the parts of their lives not behind a screen. She contributes the new List column in this issue and her vision is for Rank & Style to give people back the time that they waste digging through the endless fashion resources to find the products they like. Chandlee is a graduate of The University of Texas at Austin and is grateful to be able to help people outside of the office through her participation in social impact organizations including The Seton Fund, MJ&M, Dell Children’s Council, Leukemia and Lymphoma Society, UT College of Natural Sciences and Human Ecology and the Longhorn Foundation. LORI DURAN With a Bachelor of Arts in History, and a Master’s Degree that combined Latin American Studies with MBA classes from the University of Texas, Lori Duran researches interesting historical stories about social changes. This has been her life-long passion and her past research has been included in other writers’ published articles and books. Now she is writing freelance articles for publication, like this month’s feature about the history of vintage Dallas hotels, Room At The Inn, and she also wrote a pictorial book about the history of Austin’s Travis Heights neighborhood that was released in October 2018.
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TORI JOHNSON Our stylish contributor Tori Johnson, who contributes to our Admire feature in this issue is the owner of sTORIbook Public Relations and is a fashion and lifestyle blogger of ThesTORIbook.com. She is also a successful commercial and editorial stylist. Johnson has been voted San Antonio Fashion Blogger of the Year and has worked with a bevy of top names including Neiman Marcus, Nordstrom, Lancôme, Armani Exchange, and many more. ELEANORA MORRISON
JAKE GAINES Whether finding the best restaurant in Venice overlooking the canals or taking a private tour of the Queen’s art collection at Buckingham, our cultural enthusiast and arbiter Jake Gaines, a native Texan, is on the go. Our very own James Bond on the social scene, he will gladly wield his saber to pop open a bottle of Champagne before advancing into a masked ball. His motto? Bring your passport and tuxedo since one never knows what can happen. He’s a handy extra man at a dinner party and is known for his disappearing tablecloth trick. When in doubt, he recommends everyone into the pool for a midnight game of Marco Polo. ROB GIARDINELLI Certified professional life coach and branding expert by day, social commentator by night and author of the book Being In The Room (available at Amazon.com), Associate Publisher and Senior Social Editor Rob Giardinelli is a man of many interests. Giardinelli himself is involved with several philanthropies and loves sharing how Texans so generously and passionately give back to the community they love. He weaves in interesting social commentary that showcases the many who work tirelessly to raise awareness of important issues in the state. PATRICIA RUIZ-HEALY Our Marketplace arts section contributor, Patricia Ruiz-Healy, holds an interdisciplinary Ph.D. in Latin American Studies from UT, Austin, and a Master of Arts in Art History from UTSA. She is the author of the recently published book, Mathias Goeritz, the subject of her PH. D. dissertation, and of several exhibition catalogues essays. The owner and director of Ruiz-Healy Art, founded in 2004, has curated 99 exhibitions and published 37 exhibitions catalogues. The gallery specializes in contemporary art of Latino and Latin American artists. She has commissioned accomplished writers like Dan Cameron, John Phillip Santos, and other scholars, to write essays for the gallery artist’s catalogue exhibits. As an art historian herself, she sees the importance of documentation and of furthering scholarship.
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ANA BRIBIESCA HOFF Writer and enthusiast of all things beauty, fashion, travel and healthy living-related, our Glow beauty contributor Ana Bribiesca Hoff is currently working in the higher education non-profit sector and in launching AnaBribs. com, a lifestyle blog where she plans to share her passions, experiences, tips and sneak peeks inside her life hoping to share large doses of inspiration.
Our digital director at the helm of Society Texas and all of our associated social media platforms, Eleanora Morrison has been a writer, blogger and editor for bRILLIANT, The Society Diaries, and additional local and regional print/digital publications, covering events, fashion, culture, weddings and travel. Morrison is the editor in chief & creative director of ELEANORA, a women's-centric multimedia storytelling platform, and is Co-Founder and CEO of S.H.E Media, its parent digital media company. Morrison is passionate about cultivating community on social media, and invites you to connect with her and join the conversation @ EleanoraMorrison. JENNIFER ROOSTH Our Associate Editor Jennifer Roosth is a Houston-based writer who never ceases to be amazed by the wonderfully generous spirit of the Houston philanthropic community. “It’s nice to live in a city where so many are excited about giving back,” she says, “In the process, they throw some mighty fine parties.”
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WILLIAM JACK SIBLEY William Jack Sibley is a novelist, playwright and screenwriter who also manages three South Texas family ranches when not communing with the mountain gorillas in Uganda or ferrying up the Mekong River in Laos. Inducted into the Texas Institute of Letters in 2015, Sibley serves on the TIL Executive Council, Board of the San Antonio Public Library Foundation., Board of the Texas Historical Foundation. and Board of GEAA (Greater Edwards Aquifer Alliance). In this issue he takes us back to the 70s when flying was glamorous in the feature The Art of Flying. His third novel, Here We Go Loop De Loop is coming your way soon. Photography by Josh Huskin.
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the art’s the thing you? from the local galleries, museums and performance spaces...to international art fairs that reflect the economic trends in the $56 billion dollar-a-year industry of the robust cultural world in which we all live. We truly realize these venues are the gatekeepers of culture for generations past and future. Recent stories from the art world have become mainstream news like the Bansky piece of art that sold at auction and then self-destructed before the audience’s eyes. Or, DaVinci’s Salvator Mundi that sold to the Louvre Abu Dhabi for $450 million dollars, and has now disappeared. The Warhol that went for over $100 million dollars. The artful world is a never ending source of amazement, to the more regional scope of Texas’ performing and visual art philanthropies receiving record sums of contributions that will fuel art for decades here. In fact, the arts in Texas run deep. “Art is a nation’s most precious heritage. For it is in our works of art that we reveal to ourselves, and to others, the inner vision which guides us as a nation. And where there is no vision, the people perish,” said President Lyndon Baines Johnson upon signing the National Foundation on the Arts and Humanities Act of 1965. The legacy, we all hope, continues. Last month, in our debut issue of Society Texas, we kicked off our new media journey by teaming today’s fashion and several contemporary Texas artists we love. We are always keeping an artful–and art-filled–eye on the prize. Living in a state like Texas makes it easier. Paul Klee, whose work can be seen at the Museum of Fine Arts, Houston as well as museums across the world, once said, “Art does not reproduce the visible; rather it makes it visible.”
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If you haven’t screened it yet, The Price of Everything, the recently released visible documentary that explores the world of collectors and high-level collection sales at Sotheby’s is worth the watch. A quote from it, “There are people who know the price of everything, but the value of none” speaks to the fact of really loving art before investing in it. As we all know and have seen, many collectors buy a certain piece as if it was an addition to the 40 stocks in their portfolio. Instead, the true art lover buys with passion, their heart and with a keen eye on future value, of course.
A historically romantic occasion.
Passion is the thing Texans have for the arts. And, so do we. In this issue, beyond our special artful section, we go back in time to the high flyin’ 70s when Texas-based Braniff Airlines ruled the skies in William Jack Sibley’s feature, The Art of Flying, as well as the chic hotels that have made Dallas an epicenter of chic hospitality in the Room At The Inn feature by Lori Duran. Plus, with all our fashionable and informative departments, we’re keeping you in the know and on the scene with all the best recommendations for what to do and where to go. You want to go to some parties? Join us as we travel around the world and in our state’s backyard for some of the finest events in recent history. Happy summer and remember to pop Society Texas in your beach bag so you have a little bit of Texas wherever you roam and keep those cards and letters coming about what you’d like to see in future issues that reflects the best of Texas and Texans. s XOLance Avery Morgan Lance@SocietyTexas.com
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COLOR WEAVING World-renowned artist Sheila Hicks’ whose vibrant works have graced such iconic spaces as Versailles and the Highline in New York City comes to Texas with new textile installations. May 11 - August 18. At NasherSculptureCenter.org
HOW OPERATIC Austin Opera presents a classic work by iconic Italian Composer Giacomo Puccini, La Bohème, the epic story of young bohemians who struggle to find love and make their dreams come true in the Paris Latin Quarter circa 1840. Through May 5. At AustinOpera.org FAIRYTALES REVEALED The Tony Award winning and family friendly play by Roald Dahl, Matilda the Musical, is an empowering story about a young girl with telekinesis who overcomes obstacles and takes things into her own hands. April 3 - May 12. At ZACHTheatre.org
Congress Avenue and 6th Street, 1913 C02001 Chalberg Collection of Prints and Negatives STREETCAR NAMED DESIRE Off the Rails: The Rise and Fall of Austin’s Street Cars takes a look at how the street car era (1875 through 1940) impacted life in Austin and how it influenced the city’s residential development. Through May 26. At Library. AustinTexas.gov
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BEAUTIFUL MUSIC Beautiful: The Carole King Musical chronicles the life of one of the world’s most beloved and influential songwriters of the second half of the twentieth century. Hearing the timeless tunes of this legend has created over the last six decades will have you singing too. June 18 - June 23 at the Winspear Opera House. At OperaHouseDallas.org
houston CONTEMPORARY FOCUS In Contemporary Focus: Mineko Grimmer, the world-renowned Japanese American artist and creator of what she calls “sound-producing kinetic sculptures” presents Remembering Plato. It is a full room sized installation that seamlessly blends her background in merging Eastern and Western art techniques. May 31 through July 14. At Menil.org
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HALF A CENTURY LATER Stonewall 50 commemorates the 50th anniversary of the June 1969 Stonewall Riots that became a seminal moment in the LGBTQ rights movement. The exhibit features works on a broad range of topics including transgender issues and intergenerational dialogue on the path to equality. Through July 29. At CMAH.org
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PARK’S AND RECREATION David Park: A Retrospective, is the first museum in exhibition in more than 30 years of one of the influential artists of post WW II Abstract Expressionism. Known as the father of San Francisco figurative art, Park’s works from his Cubist-inspired paintings in the 1930s through his figurative paintings of the 1950s are featured. June 2 - September 8, The Modern Museum. At TheModern.com
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STAGE’S DESIGN America on Stage celebrates stage designers of the most substantial theatrical productions of 20th and 21st centuries. Drawn from the Tobin Collection of Theatre Arts it includes works ranging from Rogers and Hammerstein’s Oklahoma to Lin Manuel Miranda’s In the Heights. Through June 30. At McNayArt.org
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FAIRYTALE FUN Cinderella is the ultimate children’s classic with an underdog to root for, a wicked step-mother, a prince, a fairy god-mother and most importantly, a happily-ever-after ending that never gets old for kids and kids at heart. May 16 and May 17. At ChildrensBalletOfSanAntonio.org ONCE MORE WITH FEELING The Grammy and Tony Awardwinning musical, Once is the musical adaptation of the 2007 film by John Carney. It’s the story of an Irish musician and Czech immigrant who grow close in Dublin due to their mutual love of music. May 16 - June 9. At ThePublicSA.com s
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Before it even opens, it’s a colossal hit. When Dior: From Paris to the World, debuts this month, the feast for the eyes begins, according to our ardent fashion follower Lance Avery Morgan. IT MIGHT BE THE BIGGEST THING TO HIT TEXAS SINCE THE ACTUAL New Look debuted in 1947. Dior: From Paris to the World, an exhibition which surveys more than 70 years of the House of Dior’s legacy and global influence will be on view in Dallas May 19 through September 1, 2019 at the Dallas Museum of Art. In fact, Texas will be the only US venue beyond the recent showing in Denver for this extensive and highly anticipated retrospective of the celebrated Haute Couture house. We’re counting the minutes because as seen on recent red carpets, his design spirit is alive and kicking in celebrity gown fashion choices.
The exhibit will profile its founder, Christian Dior, and subsequent artistic directors, including Yves Saint Laurent (1958–1960), Marc Bohan (1961–1989), Gianfranco Ferré (1989–1996), John Galliano (1997–2011), Raf Simons (2012–2015) and Maria Grazia Chiuri (2016–present), who have carried Dior’s vision into the 21st century. Organized by DAM and curated by Florence Müller, the DAM’s Avenir Foundation Curator of Textile Art and Fashion, it spans more than seven decades, this retrospective will offer a new perspective on the fashion house’s legacy following the Paris exhibition at the Musée des Arts Décoratifs.
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“Dallas has long recognized the artistic significance of Dior, most notably when in 1947, early in his career, Christian Dior traveled here to receive the Neiman Marcus Award for fashion. We are excited to welcome this innovative creative voice back to our city and to offer DMA audiences the opportunity to be inspired by the remarkable legacy of a global icon,” shared Dr. Agustín Arteaga, the DMA’s Eugene McDermott Director.
Just what can we expect to see? The exhibition will feature a selection of more than a hundred haute couture dresses, as well as accessories, photographs, original sketches, runway videos and other archival material, and trace the history of the iconic haute couture fashion house. His New Look revolutionized the fashion world. Dior’s sophisticated designs, featuring soft shoulders, accentuated busts, nipped waists, and dancing corolla shaped Visitors will be able to capture the unique technique of the Dior skirts, were inspired by his passion for flowers. The result was A New Look sketch, Christian Dior, 1947. ateliers in a dramatic visual display presenting a glimpse into this elegant feminine contours that brought a breath of fresh air to the secret world, including sketches, toiles, and the intricate process of fashion world through luxurious swaths of fabrics, revolutionary design and lavish embroidery. The atelier represents the heart of the house where seamstresses work with Dior’s creative directors to collaboratively bring couture to life. And this exhibit, embroidery. This marked the beginning of an epic movement in fashion history that in turn, gives breathes more life into couture. s would eventually lead to Dior successfully becoming the first worldwide couture house.
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There is a correct response for every social situation. We all get it right most of the time. However, when we don’t our Ms. Modern Manners Sharon Schweitzer, JD, is on board to give us a hand up in potentially awkward matters. Dear Ms. Modern Manners, I’M A TALL FEMALE WITH SHORT, CROPPED HAIR. in fact, I saw it on the streets of Paris and had to have the chic look. I’m frequently welcomed to shops or restaurants with a loud “Hello, sir.” Once they realize their faux pas, they stumble awkwardly apologizing and backtracking. This mislabeling is hurtful for those who are transgender or gender-nonconforming. How do I graciously respond? Inquiring Mind Dear Mindfully Inquiring, Like all things, etiquette evolves with the times. What was appropriate historically may not work as smoothly today. The clerk was more than likely intending respect with their greeting, and it will create a more gracious atmosphere if you give them the benefit of the doubt. Keep in mind that military and Southerners will say sir and ma’am out of habit. If a clerk is unsure about an appropriate greeting, they can leave off the gender tag and say “Good morning” or “Good afternoon.” The next time this mislabeling occurs, respond with a genuine smile and a warm tone, “Please consider dropping the ‘sir’ or ‘ma’am’ from your friendly greeting. It hurts when you get it wrong.” Sales associates will be more cautious or try to break the habit. Dear Ms. Modern Manners, I have been encouraged to improve my professional protocol since I am losing accounts and the respect of my colleagues because of oversharing on social media and being a jerk. However, I’ve no motivation to do so. It seems overwhelming. Where do I start? Social Media Boor Dear Feeling Boorish, Motivation is the key to achieving our professional and personal goals, succeeding in our careers, and improving ourselves as lifelong works in progress. It can come from anywhere...from our personal
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One interior design accessory I can’t live without is...artful pieces that tell a story or a collection of sorts. I have also been accused of having a special attraction to unique lamps and chairs. Three qualities that got me where I am today are...having passion and the confidence in my vision. And, believing in myself.
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Houstonian Lucinda Loya is sitting on top of the world. The busy style icon, interior designer, mom and wife has a pristine point of view with how the world can look– smart, timeless and always elegant. Here she reveals her favorite things with our own Lance Avery Morgan about how we can all live a more stylish life.
How I made my first dollar by...After my babysitting career, I spent an entire weekend calling over 200 businesses in The Yellow Pages (and landed two jobs). Having a knack for interiors, my first dollar earned in this industry came when newlywed friends purchased their first home with décor needs.
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Last thing I binge/marathon watched was...I don’t watch TV, so truth be told, Desperate Housewives from 15 years ago. More recently (with a twisted arm), I appeased my husband by watching the current season of Narcos. He was still in awe after hosting the real-life former DEA agents Javier Pena and Steven Murphy in our Houston home. First album I bought was...Peter Frampton’s I'm In You. If I could live in a foreign city it would be...London. Not only is it chic, but it is also full of history, has great design, and is a fashion capital. Bonus: I speak the language. One thing I am exceptionally good at that most might not know is...the art of blending furniture styles and accessorizing a home, such as curating eclectic collections of furniture and artwork. The beauty essential you’d have to pry out of my cold dead hands is...the $2 black eye pencil from the drug store that I’ve used for years. My favorite coffee table style book...I love Fearless Living by JP Demeyer & Co. But, of course I should mention the two we are honored to be featured in: Rizzoli On Style: Inspiration and Advice from the New Generation of Interior Design and teNeues’ Best Interior Design on the Planet. If I had to limit my shopping to one neighborhood in one city...Midtown Manhattan, but let’s not forget Europe. In my fridge you will always find...fresh fruit, almonds, Greek yogurt, Boar’s Head honey maple turkey, Propel water, and French Meursault wines. These are all of my daily essentials. An artist whose work I would collect is...Manolo Valdes and anything by the Haas Brothers are currently on my wish list. I also love collecting pieces by Vanessa Beecroft, Yigal Ozeri, and Marilyn Minter, to name a few. The best gift I have received is...my children given to me by God with the help of my loving husband, Javier. If I weren’t doing what I do I would be a...a stylist to the stars. If I could compete in an Olympic sport it would be...ice skating. It’s so graceful and elegant and I admire the hard work and life commitment that’s required to be successful in one’s passion and talent. On my tombstone it will say...Risk Taker & Dream Chaser.
My style icon is...my fashion designer, Martin Margiela. He is known for his classic style “with a twist” and that’s a lot of my vision–
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THAT 80s GLOW Pretty pastels transform into a universally flattering highlight. Ciaté London’s Mermaid Glow rainbow highlighter adds a magical silvery, slightly holographic, luminous glow to perfectly finish your spring look. $32. At Sephora.
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RAINBOW BRITE It’s time for washes of pink, purple, yellow and orange swept in a graphic yet soft shape eye shadow. Try Fenty Beauty Galaxy Eyeshadow Palette. $59. At Sephora.
GLOWING & RADIANT Amp up your skin's natural luminosity with the Glo Skin Beauty Phyto-Active Collection’s Firming Mask. $62. At Glo Skin Beauty.
GO MONO This season maintain a one-color theme with coordinated eyes, cheeks and lips to create matchy-matchy makeup looks, colorful yet sexy. Nars The Multiple, a creamy formula and sheer color that blends effortlessly to create vibrant accents. $39. At Nordstrom.
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With summer upon us and a lull in the social season ahead, we turning to reading more, aren’t you? Our resident bibliophile Lance Avery Morgan has a few recommendations up his sleeve that are perfect for both surf and poolside. DISCTINCTLY MODERN INTERIORS BY EMILY SUMMERS This chic treat of a book delves into the Dallas-based designer Emily Summers’ world with a revealing glimpse into her style, inspiration, design projects, and even her own home. $50. At Rizzoli USA. THIERRY MUGLER: COUTURISSIME BY THE MONTREAL MUSEUM OF FINE ARTS Thierry Mugler has, since the creation of his label in 1974, continuously revolutionized contemporary fashion with his singular, imaginative vision. This book reflects a range of his iconic ready-to-wear and haute couture garments. $150. At Phaidon Press. FARROW & BALL: RECIPES FOR DECORATING BY JOA STUDHOLME Farrow & Ball are world-renowned for their high-end paint and luxury wallpaper. Here is the wisdom for creating harmonious interiors and beautiful rooms. This is a practical guide filled with endless inspiration. $50. At Rizzoli USA. LIVES OF THE RENAISSANCE BY ROBERT C. DAVIS AND BETH LINDSMITH This is an engaging, witty, and wonderfully illustrated compendium of one hundred notable men and women throughout Italy, Germany, France, Iberia, Scandinavia, Russia, and eastern Europe, who shaped and experienced one of the most creative and inventive periods in human civilization. $16.95. At Thames & Hudson USA. DRAG BY FRANK DECARO Through informative and witty essays chronicling over 100 years of drag, readers will embark on a Priscilla-like journey through pop culture, from television shows to Broadway and film. $35. At Rizzoli USA.
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THE NEW GLAMOUR: INTERIORS WITH STAR QUALITY BY JEFF ANDREWS These bold spaces reflect Andrews’ philosophy on design and explores topics such as creating a vision, keeping unexpected choices elegant and cohesive and how to cultivate cinematic style with sweeping staircases and a feeling of extravagance. $45. At Rizzoli USA. MARC JACOBS ILLUSTRATED ILLUSTRATED BY GRACE CODDINGTON This unique monograph of over 50 collections created by the fashion designer Marc Jacobs in the past 25 years and illustrated by Grace Coddington will sit firmly on top of your tabletop. $59.95. At Phaidon Press. INSPIRED BY NATURE BY CHANTAK COLLEU-DUMOND The Domaine of Château-sur-Loire, a fifteenth-century UNESCO World Heritage site, has for centuries been prided for its exquisite gardens. This in-depth presentation of the art of the garden, from historical styles to contemporary materials, is an essential reference for garden aficionados around the world. $115. At Rizzoli USA. YVES SAINT LAURENT: A BIOGRAPHY BY LAURENCE BENAÏM This definitive portrait of the creative genius who transformed fashion features exclusive interviews of those who knew him best, by one of the most respected names in French fashion. $40. At Rizzoli USA. THE ART OF OUTDOOR LIVING BY SCOTT SHRADER This covers the grounds, literally, of twelve beautiful properties, all designed to be lived in and enjoyed as extensions of the homes they surround, rich with creature comforts that are likely perfect for your home, too. $50. At Rizzoli USA. s
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karl lagerfeld: designer, visionary & icon As Creative Director of Chanel and Fendi, Karl Lagerfeld defined the world of modern age fashion–reinventing fading labels and challenging preconceived notions to create a new language of fashion. We traveled with him to the pastel streets of Havana, Cuba to a country frozen in time. Then in our metallic space blankets and mod glitter boots we were transported to galaxies far away for an out of this world fashion experience. In this issue our style arbiter Tori Johnson of ThesToriBook. com pays tribute to a legendary man who was gifted with the ability to make fashion experiential and whose creative force inspired us all.
THE BIRTH OF FASHION Karl Otto Lagerfeld was born in Hamburg, Germany on September 10, 1933. Lagerfeld used to insist that no one knew his true birthday and would frequently claim his birth year to be as late as 1938. Photo courtesy of Women’s Wear Daily.
ARTISTIC BEGINNINGS In 1955 Lagerfeld entered a coat design competition and caught the eye of Yves Saint Laurent and shortly after became the assistant for Pierre Balmain. Photo courtesy of Karl Lagerfeld.
SCENT OF ROMANCE When Lagerfeld launched his eponymous women’s perfume in 1975, it immediately sparked romance–and record sales–across the globe.
TIME OUT The “Code Coco” watch is set with 52 brilliant-cut diamonds, two dials with 172 diamonds and one set with a princess-cut diamond. $15,500. Photo and availability courtesy of Neiman Marcus.
TWO TIMES THE CHARM In 1963, Lagerfeld joined the designer team at Chloe. He went on to be the Creative Director of the brand in 1974 and 1992. Photo courtesy of Women’s Wear Daily.
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3, 2, 1…BLAST OFF Lagerfeld’s runway shows were always an impressively dramatic experience, but Chanel’s Fall/ Winter 2017 Paris show was truly out of this world. Models sported space age fashions, metallic space blankets, mod glitter boots and the spectacle was concluded with a mock launch of a real size rocket. Photo courtesy of Elle.
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IN THE NICK OF TIME Karl Lagerfeld joined Chanel in 1983 when the brand was quickly fading after the death of Coco Chanel a decade prior to then. His ability as a marketing strategist not only saved the brand yet also propelled it into being one of the most famous fashion houses ever. Photo courtesy of Karl Lagerfeld.
A PLACE AT THE TABLE Only 500 of this Christofle “Mood Karl Lagerfed” limited addition 24-piece flatware service was produced. It features Lagerfeld’s signature engraved on the side and is made in France. $3,500. Photo and availability courtesy of Neiman Marcus.
NOTES ON A DESIGNER Fans and clients continue to be inspired by what also inspired Lagerfeld himself over many decades in his career. Karl Lagerfeld inspiration notebook.
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FENDI’S FUN FURS Karl Lagerfeld designed for the famed luxury label, Fendi, for 51 years and modernized their fur line. He invented the brand’s double “F” logo which stands for fun furs. Photo courtesy of Harper’s Bazaar.
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When he brings his new play, Immortal Longings, to Texas in June to run at the ZACH Theatre in Austin, Corpus Christi native Terrence McNally will share his lifelong career of sophisticated playwriting that so many have come to expect from the Tony© Award-winner. Success With Style podcast series hosts Rob Giardinelli and Lance Avery Morgan share an exclusive peek inside McNally’s myriad of talents. IN AN ADDRESS TO MEMBERS OF THE LEAGUE OF AMERICAN THEATRES and Producers Terrence McNally remarked, "I think theatre teaches us who we are, what our society is, where we are going. I don't think theatre can solve the problems of a society, nor should it be expected to. Plays don't do that. People do. But plays can provide a forum for the ideas and feelings that can lead a society to decide to heal and change itself." He should know since some of his hits include Ragtime and Kiss of the Spider Woman, The Full Monty, Catch Me If You Can, and the current Broadway sensation, Anastasia. It’s safe to say that most theatre aficionados consider him the greatest living playwright in America for good reason.
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The real artistry of Terrence McNally is revealed and revered with his gentle manner. In the performing arts world his work is about as close to a sure thing hit as it gets and to many, at the age of 80, his best work lays ahead of him. With McNally’s new production at ZACH Theatre, overseen by Producing Artistic Director Dave Steakley, he takes the audience back to the world of the piece, originally titled Fire And Air, to explore the rich history of the great Russian impresario Sergei Pavlovich Diaghilev and his legendary Ballets Russes. Many know that Diaghilev introduced the world to such revolutionary artists as Nijinsky, Stravinsky and Picasso. In fact, as McNally is quick to note, “Few plays are flawless at their world premiere. Plays are not written, they are re-written. I knew in New York that the play was not finished to my satisfaction and I was grateful when ZACH invited me to finish my work on the play with a new director, a new cast, and most importantly, a new text. A change of title, even after a first production, is not an unusual part of a play's journey. Away We Go in Boston became Oklahoma! before Broadway.” McNally’s written word have been performed by some of the most prolific theatrical talents of our time. “Theatre is collaboration,” McNally is quick to point out. “I've had wonderful actors, directors and designers to work with and Nathan Lane is a
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good example of a young actor I'd seen in a Noel Coward play. I thought he was absolutely brilliant in it and so, I thought, I want to work with this guy.” They’ve worked together often since to great acclaim for both. When McNally won a Tony for Master Class, Zoe Caldwell performed as the legendary operatic diva Maria Callas (tutoring the young ingenue Audra McDonald) that was based on his impression of seeing her perform when he was 17. With John Glover, who triumphed in the lead role in Love! Valour! Compassion!, McNally also won a Tony. The playwright’s unabashed authenticity is palpable in our conversation–likely the reason some of the most superb talents of our time work with him again and again. Chita Rivera, whom we caught up with at McNally’s eight decade birthday celebration commented, “Almost everything that comes out of my mouth are his words,” referring to their many winning collaborations on Broadway. McNally is frank about discussing his life of growing up in a small Texas town and the recent documentary about him, Every Act Of Life, explores the world of McNally’s ups and downs. As a gay, Catholic son of an alcoholic father, his youth was difficult and he’s quick to admit that it fed his need to create art beyond his surroundings. So it was a full circle moment when he wrote Corpus Christi, a modern-day retelling of Courtesy of Every Act Of Life Documentary the story of Jesus' birth, ministry, and death. With the new reincarnation of Immortal Longings, McNally’s hopes are high. “’Oscar Wilde said ‘Be yourself. Everybody else is taken,’” states McNally, and it’s advice he’s followed himself to create a deep level of genuineness in his writings to this day. McNally’s Texas ties also remain strong and his career-related collection is housed at the Harry Ransom Humanities Research Center at The University of Texas. “I don't think artists live their life in vain,” he confides. “If you reach one person in a thousand and you're an artist, you could consider yourself repaid fully by one person in a thousand. I mean not everybody wants to be a writer or a painter, but if you can reach one person to expand their horizons, then you've met your goal as an artist.”
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According to our style arbiter, Rank & Style CEO Jamie Chandlee, there are so many wonderful things to gather this summer. In fact, she’s made a must-have list of the top 10 essentials and we couldn’t agree more.
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NEW YORK STATE OF MIND When the Hudson Yards opened on the westside of New York City, it marked the first time Neiman Marcus has had a store in Gotham City. The luxe development is a triumph of culture, commerce and cuisine, plus some truly world class architecture that’s changed the scope of the Manhattan skyline for the better. Bravo. At HudsonYardsNewYork.com
PRETTY ALL THE TIME Carte Blush is the world's prettiest unlimited monthly membership giving you access to your own glam team coast to coast for less than $10 a day. The membership includes makeup applications, faux lashes, brow maintenance, airbrushing, 10% off products, and more and is valid at all Blushington locations in Dallas, Los Angeles and New York City. $250 per month. At Blushington.com
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MUSIC ADVENTURE Arrive by helicopter or private ferry to the VIP luxe glamping experience at the Isle of Wight Festival at Glastonbury in Merry Old England June 13-14. The custom Camp Kerala tent service is the only way to stay when you go. At CampKerala.com
IN FIGHTING SHAPE In Houston, former heavyweight boxing champion Lou Savarese and local philanthropist Jordan Seff have teamed up to create the Savarese Fight Fit boxing gym in West University. This state-of-the-art facility features boxing and kickboxing classes and lessons led by former and current professional fighters–it’s an authentic boxing experience coupled with a local neighborhood hangout feel. Private and group sessions available. At SavareseFightFit.com
TASTE BASKET Want a chic gift for mom, dad or grad? Look no further than Austin-based Basket Case, founded by Elizabet Pecore. These professional quality gift treats are as unique as your recipient. In fact, it’s happiness...one basket at a time. At ElizabethPecore.com
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GOING UP Alongside Arlo Grey and Alfred’s coffee shop inside the Line Hotel, is the new, chic rooftop bar, P6. Small plates, cocktails and a variety of musical and cultural events can be enjoyed overlooking gorgeous views of Town Lake. Plus, private bookings are available. At TheLineHotel.com
EXOTIC DELIGHT TLV is the newest addition to The Fareground, taking over the previous Easy Tiger space. A food truck, Hummus Among Us, turned brick and mortar serves Israeli street food ranging from Turkish breakfast to homemade falafel pitas. At TLVAustin.com
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CASUAL, MEET GREATNESS Restaurateur Chef Jason Dady from San Antonio has taken over the old Fado Pub space with Chispas, a casual taco eatery. DuMon’s Down Low, a new speakeasy bar right below the restaurant, is also offering bites from Chispas. At ChispasAustin.com
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SPLISH SPLASH Perched on the 19th floor of the historic Statler hotel, Waterproof boasts stunning panoramic views of surrounding downtown Dallas. As the moon rises over the city, swimsuits are exchanged for cocktail attire, the doors are open to the public and the party continues. You can take advantage of a new membership program that includes an expedited entrance for the member plus a guest, priority cabana and table reservations, 15% off bottle service and invitations to member-only events. At WaterfrontDallas.com
REMEMBER THE ALAMO Restaurant veteran and owner, Austin Rodgers (Offsite Kitchen, Neighborhood Services, Town Hearth) set out to create a restaurant that feels like a classic neighborhood favorite that's been around for years. That’s the Alamo Club. Its shotgun space offers dining tables in a cozy area, a community high top table and bar serving unpretentious cocktails by seasoned pros. At AlamoClubDallas.com
DOWNTOWN’S HOMESTYLE With popular locations in Phoenix and Los Angeles, The Henry offers new American eats with executive chef, Imsub Lee, leading the kitchen. The Dallas menu is centric to the city with dishes range from short rib potstickers to a spicy fried chicken sandwich and grilled portobella tacos. A full-service coffee bar, two full-service bars, a private dining room, as well as ample seating throughout its interior and exterior spaces. At TheHenryRestaurant.com
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IT’S THE RE-MEX Mixing it up from a boutique-sized eatery in Olmos Park, the revolutionary chefs behind Mixtli utilize indigenous Mexican ingredients and pre-Hispanic techniques to create the perfect balance of old and true, with new and innovative. With a mission to support as many local ranchers, farmers, and artisans as possible, the young team is making a name for San Antonio across the country. At RestaurantMixtli.com.
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one for the books Neiman Marcus San Antonio Hosts Annie Leibovitz By Jake Gaines | Photographed by Vincent Quartano/Super Q Photography RECENTLY NEIMAN MARCUS SAN ANTONIO VICE PRESIDENT AND General Manager Allen Barber hosted legendary photographer Annie Leibovitz for an intimate Q&A session with the store’s clients. Public Relations Manager Xitlalt Herrera-Salazar set the literary scene: from a life size book to greet guests, DJ Catwalk spinning the latest beats, to champagne and custom made cookie treats that resembled her camera and the covers of her two books. The guests were delighted with the intimate and beautiful setting that Neiman Marcus is known for having at all of their events. Afterward, guests were able to have a one-on-one moment while having their purchased book signed. It was a special day in San Antonio with legendary photographer Annie Leibovitz that will long be remembered.
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How Houston Trust Company Supports Philanthropic Families Houston Trust Company is the largest private, independent trust company in Texas. As a fiduciary, the Company specializes in the transition of assets across generations, focusing on four service areas: fiduciary administration of trusts, estates, and foundations; independent, third-party investment and asset management; support services for charitable trusts, endowments, and foundations; and family office services. “Houston Trust Company was founded in 1994 and remains privately owned and locally operated out of Houston,” says David R. Lummis, President and CEO. “By remaining focused on providing exceptional service, we have grown to $6.5 billion in assets under management, serving nearly 300 relationships throughout Texas and worldwide.” We spoke with Vice President of Trust Administration Kate Lummis and Vice President of Investments Allen Lyons to learn more about how Houston Trust Company supports philanthropic families through their range of foundation services. Q: Tell us a little bit about yourselves. Kate Lummis (KL): I grew up in Fort Worth and moved to Houston after graduate school. I worked as Education Outreach Coordinator for the Houston Ballet and really enjoyed being part of the nonprofit world. I’ve since been at Houston Trust Company for seven years. As part of our Foundations team, I now support nonprofit organizations from the other side and enjoy helping our clients make a meaningful impact on their communities. Allen Lyons (AL): I am a fourth generation Houstonian. Growing up, I was fortunate to watch the three generations before me value giving back to the community. Our family has been involved with the Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo since the 1970s and still is our main charity of choice today. It’s a rewarding experience for our family to give back to youth and support education in Texas.
Q: How does Houston Trust Company support foundations, charitable trusts, and endowments? KL: We offer a range of foundation support services, allowing families and organizations to focus on their primary mission rather than timeconsuming administrative duties. These services include reviewing grant requests and providing summary reports for approval, performing site visits, preparing meeting agendas and minutes, offering guidance on distribution duties and budgets, and fiduciary education to on-coming Board members and/or Trustees. AL: We take a highly customized investment approach, which aligns with each foundation’s mission, spending policy, risk tolerance, liquidity needs, and fiduciary responsibilities. Our investment philosophy favors the use of individual equity securities and bonds. We believe equity ownership, provided at a low cost, can grow purchasing power over time. We also employ a low-cost approach to constructing a customized ladder of highgrade bonds. Q: What do you think makes Houston Trust Company a unique place to work? AL: Houston Trust Company has a truly collegial and collaborative work environment. Clients benefit from our “team approach” by having a point of contact in each division of the company, giving clients immediate access to expertise and expedited decision-making. KL: Our senior management and board of directors are highly engaged with all decisions made in a single office. Clients and staff alike enjoy low turnover, and the low client-to-advisor ratio ensures service continuity. In many cases, our advisors have become an extension of the families with whom they have worked over multiple generations. To learn more about Houston Trust Company, please visit HoustonTrust.com
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Our special section highlights our state’s vibrant art scene. Texas, always the center of creativity, is full of people, places and spaces that are making a difference in the state’s, and the world’s, vibrant art scene. From creating, curating and collecting, the spectrum of our state’s arts scene welcomes all contributors who make a difference. Join us as Society Texas artfully explores the very best the state has to offer.
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The art scene in Texas is complex with a myriad of collectors, arts and organizations who only want the best for the state’s cultural future. Here, San Antonio and New York's Ruiz-Healy Art Gallery owner Patricia Ruiz-Healy, PhD. and Lance Avery Morgan gather to share ideas about the state of the union of the art scene In Texas these days. Artful Endeavors Ruiz-Healy Art Gallery’s Patricia Ruiz-Healy, PhD. is a wealth of knowledge and is privy to so much art. When asked what she’s seeing these days that she loves, because she sees a lot, she’s quick to share, “There are so many strong exhibits, from the current Blanton Museum Words Matters show about the importance of language in Latin America and Latinx artists, to the Museum of Fine Art Houston’s Kindred Spirits presenting the work of two women artists Louise Nevelson and Texan Dorothy Hood. Organizations are including more and more Latinx artists’ works (a person of Latin American origin or descent that offers a gender-neutral alternative to Latino or Latina) to their surveys and more exhibits are now comprised of women artists. I am all for inclusivity in art. Plus, the programming at the Dallas Museum of Art, their Jonas Wood survey comes to mind, as well as El Paso Museum of Art who just had their 5th Transborder Biennial with good critical and public success are examples of the breadth of art here. There are so many art-focused organizations that have raised funds for the arts and arts-related organizations like Two X Two in Dallas, Glasstire in Houston, The Amon Carter Museum in Fort Worth, The Contemporary Austin, and more. She shares, “It’s pretty comparable to fundraising in major art centers. The largest one in Texas, which I know of, is the Two x Two gala where almost 10 million dollars was raised
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recently. Texans are very generous human beings,” confides Ruiz-Healy. So much so, that according to the Texas Cultural Trust’s 2019 State of the Art’s Report, the economic research, compiled from state and federal data sets, shows that taxable revenue from the arts and culture industry has grown by 15.5% over the past decade and in 2017 alone, the arts and culture industry generated $5.59 billion in taxable sales for the Texas economy, totaling nearly $350 million dollars in state sales tax revenue. The report also details the impact of the arts on Texas’ travel and tourism industry, which surpassed $75 billion in 2017, an approximate 9% increase from 2015. What a significant presence the state has in the world of culture. We know that contemporary art and artists are abundant in Texas. The trends she is exposed to, and recommends investing in with Texas artists are plentiful. “If I were to place a bet, I will do it in African-American and Latinx artists. I think that the general public is just beginning to notice the amazing art contributions that Latinx artists are making,” says Ruiz-Healy. Texas has always had strong artists, Robert Rauschenberg and Julian Schnabel, just to mention two, whose 20th century works revolutionize what It was to create American Art. Now we have solid MFA programs and serious art programs in world class museums like The Menil Collection in Houston, the Nasher Sculpture Garden in Dallas and the McNay Art Museum and internationally recognize artists in residence programs like Artpace, San Antonio and the Core program at the MFA Houston. From these places artists are creating more significant work that has to do with today’s, and future, concerns.”
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The McNay Art Museum is an interesting example of a cultural institution’s longtime presence in the state and according to them it engages a diverse community in the discovery and enjoyment of the visual arts. Built in the 1920s by artist and educator Marion Koogler McNay, the Spanish Colonial Revival residence became the site of Texas’s first museum of modern art when it opened in 1954. Today, more than 140,000 visitors a year enjoy works by modern masters from around the world. The 23 acres of beautifully landscaped grounds include engaging sculptures and space for meditative contemplation. The 45,000 square-foot Jane & Arthur Stieren Center for Exhibitions features three significant exhibitions annually. For 65 years, the McNay has enchanted visitors with its art, architecture, and ambiance. The museum offers rich and varied exhibitions as well as rotating displays in the Main Collection Galleries from the 20,000 works in the collection; more than 45,000 adults, teachers, students, and families take advantage of a variety of education programs and innovative educational resources.
Then there are the art fairs the Dallas Art Fair, Pop Austin, Houston Art Fair and events in San Antonio at that level. They are good for both collectors and artists, she says. “Dallas does a very good job with their fair and so does the McNay Art Museum with their print and works on paper art fair. The McNay one has been going on for 23 years and it’s the only event of this type in the whole Southwest. To have a good art scene you have to have three things: artists, museums that showcase their work and art collectors. These three items go hand in hand.”
In San Antonio the Linda Pace Foundation’s new Ruby City project is also of note in the art world. Set to open in the fall of 2019, it will surely be recognized around the world as a major force. Ruby City, a new contemporary art center, will open to the public on October 13, 2019, 12 years after the vision for the building was first imagined by the late Pace. Home to the organization’s growing permanent collection, the building is designed by Adjaye Associates in collaboration with Alamo Architects, and is dedicated to providing a space for the city’s thriving creative community to experience works by both local and internationally-acclaimed artists.
If you are buying contemporary it is important to buy with both the eye and the brain. Try to take your time in finding out why is a specific work talking to you. Here are three tips, according to Patricia Ruiz-Healy:
Collectors like Kenny Goss of the Goss-Michael Foundation and Howard and Cindy Rachofsky, both in Dallas, are stewarding private collections with a non-profit point of view is a path for the future. “I think that private collections, in dedicated spaces like Goss-Michael, the Rachofskys in Dallas, and the Dallas Cowboys AT&T Stadium, do a good service to the community because they can inspire more art collecting and preservation. But at the end of the day you have to make active those spaces with meaningful programming otherwise you run the risk of deactivation,” states Ruiz-Healy.
1. Read the artist’s CV and biography. 2. Don’t be afraid to ask the gallery director questions. 3. Don’t make rush decisions, most galleries can put a work on hold for a brief period of time; and please don’t ever buy art on cruise ships or along the Seine river.
The relationship between the artist/gallerist and the artwork buyer is important, shares Healy. “I have art The design for the 14,000 collectors who only buy square-foot building artists that they know is inspired, in part, by personally, but most of the Spanish Missions my buyers don’t know the artist personally. As found throughout the a gallerist the personal Southwest, constructed connection is very by the Spanish Empire important, but I sell quite during the 16th to 19th a bit electronically and centuries. The exterior in fairs where nobody skin consists of a pre-cast knows me. At the end concrete fabricated in of the day is all about the work and that’s Mexico City, which has the way it should be. been imbued with a rich Collectors have so much red giving the building its information so now it’s ruby glow. For the first ten easier to make decisions feet up, the concrete is a based on research.” polished finish, ground smoothly to be touched When asked what the perfect age for a collector by passersby; above, the to begin collecting is, concrete wall is rough, Miguel Covarrubias mural with Henry Moore sculpture at Dallas Museum of Art. Healy confides her point sharp, and encrusted with of view. “You can start varying shades of red glass. Two crowning lanterns adorn the top of the structure, as a ten-year-old with an original print that speaks to you. Print-making techniques creating an animated roofline that in turn draws natural light into the gallery spaces. like woodcut, lithography, etching, etc. have been around for centuries. There is this The interior entrance and lobby have also been constructed in the same crimson hue, misconception that prints are not original, yet they definitely are because they were to preserve Pace’s original vision of a “ruby city.” created with a specific technique in mind. The difference between print and paintings is that they are not unique. Printmaking usually forms part of a limited edition.” Artpace is another part of San Antonio’s art scene and is unique in many ways. In 24 years, they’ve showcased 239 artists, been awarded three Golden Lions, seven Turner We believe that art influences culture and fashion in Texas and Ruiz-Healy agrees. “Nowadays with digital information so engrained in our lives the intersections of art, Prizes, eight MacArthur Foundation grants, 17 Joan Mitchell Foundation grants and culture, fashion, and food are more and more married. I think that culture influences 46 Whitney Biennial Artists have been selected. art and very frequently art inspires fashion. We all live feeding each other in more ways that we can think of.”
Collecting As A Way Of Life
When buying a piece of art, or collaborating with an artist or gallery, there are several qualities of the artist, and their art. According to Ruiz-Healy, “I look for a new voice that talks about meaningful life aspects and formal elements have to be solid. In other words, the work message has to be resilient and has to look like it was done properly and professionally. The intersection of art and architecture is something that talks to me in a deeper level. I appreciate visiting wonderful sites where I can have a moving experience. Great architecture in museums, for example, is today’s cathedrals. This is one of the reasons that art people love visiting Marfa with their incredible work left by Donald Judd and his friends. That’s why I also believe that art galleries are never going to disappear because we want to experience art in a dedicated space.”
In fact, art affects and influences every Texan, shares Ruiz-Healy. “Art can be many things for different people. In general good art has a distinctive presence and is many times a conversation piece. Texans enjoy beautiful clothes, homes, gardens and you have to have the art for to make your surroundings more special. The level of sophistication that art brings to a home cannot be match by anything else. You can have a beautiful hand painted wall paper but it’s just a nice wall paper it’s not a timeless work of art.” “Good art is a special paragon of a club where most informed and sophisticated people want to belong to,” she says and we couldn’t agree more as the landscape of the Texas art scene will continue to revolve. s
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AMARILLO MUSEUM OF ART The Amarillo Museum of Art plays a significant role in the cultural offerings of the Texas Panhandle. With a robust schedule of temporary exhibitions, there is always something new to experience at AMoA. Museum visitors can expect to see outstanding works of art from a variety of sources including contemporary artists, historically significant works, and the Dr. and Mrs. William T. Price Collection that includes Indian and Southeast Asian sculpture, middle-eastern textiles, and Japanese woodblock prints. C
Other significant landmarks in Amarillo include Ant Farm’s Cadillac Ranch, the original structure that inspired Ed Ruscha’s iconic painting and print series Standard Station, Amarillo, and Robert Smithson’s Amarillo Ramp (appointment only). Centrally located in the Texas Panhandle and geographically isolated from metropolitan areas, the AMoA provides important and diverse visual arts programming. AMoA is located on the Washington Street campus of Amarillo College and is close to I-40, I-27 and historic Route 66. For more information, visit AmarilloArt.org
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AnArte Gallery exhibits contemporary art in all media by established and emerging artists. They assist collectors of all levels in the primary and secondary art markets and provide a detailed background to all works of art it represents. The gallery’s mission is to be an innovative and compelling gallery where the public can directly experience the work and ideas of living artists and understand the historical, social, and cultural context of the art of our time. The gallery maintains a monthly solo or group exhibit for gallery artists, which also features live music supporting local musicians.
Voyager by Stephen Daluz. Oil, metal leaf on panel
In addition, AnArte Gallery has offered art-consulting services to the residents, corporate businesses, and visitors of San Antonio since 2001. Ana Montoya, the founder and owner, represents emerging and established local and international artists, and works closely to support local non-profits within the vibrant artist community. For more information, visit AnarteGallery09.com
Reflections of You by Brook Rosser, Mixed Media on Canvas
IMAGES LEFT TO RIGHT (DETAILS OF): Kent Ullberg (American, b. 1945), Great Arch, 2000, bronze, 12 in. x 17 in. x 17 in., collection of Veerle and Kent Ullberg; Kent Ullberg, (American, b. 1945), Waiting for Sockeye, 1994, bronze, 32 in. x 48 in. x 20 in., from the Corpus Christi Art Connection Gallery
This extensive retrospective celebrates Corpus Christi artist, Kent Ullberg’s, long career as one of the world’s most distinguished wildlife artists since John James Audubon. Best known for iconic public sculptures throughout South Texas, Kent Ullberg’s international acclaim stems from his monumental works executed for museums and municipalities across the globe. Here in South Texas, Ullberg’s detailed and superb depictions of fish, sea mammals, turtles, native birds, and majestic land animals illustrate our dependence upon and affection for land and sea creatures. In addition to the 50 sculptures, as well as maquettes, tools, sketchbooks, drawings, and grouped pieces showing the stages in the process for casting sculpture on view, the Museum will bring the world of Ullberg to our visitors through interactive technology. FUNDING FOR THIS EXHIBITION IS GENEROUSLY PROVIDED BY:
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These are just a few adjectives that describe the work in Words/Matter: Latin American Art and Language at the Blanton, on view through May 26 at Austin’s Blanton Museum of Art. And here’s another must-see. You really don’t want to miss this show, featuring 50 artists from across Latin America using language, letters, and words to make statements that range from the thought-provoking to the playful. It’s a colorful and diverse exhibition of more than 150 works that include sculpture, screen prints, and even Mail Art. What’s more, this timely exhibition highlights one of the Blanton’s undeniable strengths, its renowned Latin American Art collection. Notable artists such as Carlos Amorales, Ana Bella Geiger, Lilian Porter, and Joaquin Torres-Garcia are included. Whether you’re in Austin for a business deal or a graduation celebration, make time to see Words/Matter. Chances are, you’ll leave with yet another word in mind: inspired.
On May 17, the main gallery will be presenting an exhibition featuring eight paintings from the series of twenty paintings entitled Bruce Lee Shoes by internationally renowned artist Emanuel De Sousa. De Sousa transforms the traditional figurative portrait style by delivering it with a pop “edge” connecting the viewer to a point in space where nostalgia and excitement intersect. The narratives in the paintings are complex and translate like a dream: they are tiny closed universes where absurd, nonsensical realities make sense. Whether it is the nod to the iconic omnipresent Bruce Lee yellow suit or the texture of the porcelain dogs and mylar balloons, the viewer feels comfort that the elements belong in spite of defying rational behavior. De Sousa’s series offers a glimpse into the crossover connection of the childhoods of hippies, hipsters, martial arts enthusiasts, rockabillies, and 80s babies. He creates a place where these potentially conflicting worlds co-exist. For more information, visit CinnabarArt.com
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Former President George H.W. Bush and Former First Lady Barbara Bush
David Larned is a nationally renowned portrait painter based in Houston. He paints commissioned portraits for both private families and public institutions alike. Recently he completed a double portrait of former President George H.W. and former First Lady Barbara Bush for Methodist Hospital in Houston. His paintings hang in museums, state capitals, court houses, universities, hospitals, clubs, corporations, and many private homes from Texas to Singapore. To see more of his work, or commission a painting, you can connect directly. For more information, visit DavidLarned.com
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Miles Glynn- Horse No. 21, Archival print on Belgian linen
Billy Schenck - Wagontrain, Oil on canvas
Felder Gallery was founded on the Texas Coast in 2004. Felder Gallery, LLC was formed in 2017 and reopened in Alamo Heights in San Antonio. Their revolving exhibits include a mix of contemporary representational art and pure abstracts. There are over 100 works of art rotating through the gallery’s salon-style wall while other walls are reserved for themed solo or group shows, including their highly anticipated Contemporary Western Group Show held each December. Felder Gallery has also partnered with San Antonio’s The St. Anthony Hotel, where their stable of artists’ works intertwine with culinary craftsmanship in the hotel’s stunning atrium. Artists include Billy Schenck (shown), Miles Glynn (shown), Shelia Rogers, Clay McGaughy and Cliff Cavin. A complete list of artists and artworks are available at our website. For more information, visit FelderGallery.com
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Only a scenic hour drive west of San Antonio is a true Hill Country paradise. In Kerrville, the accommodations are first-rate, the scenery is majestic and the people are friendly. Stroll a charming and historic downtown nestled along the banks of the Guadalupe River while you browse one-of-a-kind treasures made by area artists and crafts experts at the Kerrville Festival of the Arts.
Elegant & Sophisticated Awaiting the Great Spirits by Jeremy Winborg, Oil, 30x34.5
INSIGHT GALLERY InSight Gallery represents a select group of the finest painters and sculptors living and working today in landscape, figurative, impressionistic, still life, wildlife and Western art. We are located in charming Fredericksburg, Texas, a thriving tourist destination in the Hill Country. Housed in a beautifully restored building that originally dates to 1907, InSight Gallery boasts 8,000 square feet of show space in an environment designed to feel like a museum. Home to numerous award winning Prix de West, Autry/Masters of the American West, Quest for the West, Briscoe Night of Artists, Cowboy Artists of America (CAA), American Impressionist Society Masters and Oil Painters of America (OPA) signature members and Master Artist, InSight Gallery has a diverse body of work at any given time.
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Sixty of the most well-recognized representational artists from throughout the United States, and six from overseas, are all housed under one roof making InSight Gallery a must see destination for art lovers. For more information, visit InsightGallery.com
Be sure to explore our western heritage at the Museum of Western Art and experience our natural beauty with a visit to the Riverside Nature Center. Thanks to a mild climate and event-filled calendar every season offers an array of activities to enjoy, you’ll find there’s never a wrong time to plan a trip to Kerrville, the capital of the Texas Hill Country. For more information, visit KerrvilleTexasCVB.com
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Spend Memorial Day weekend in the beautiful Hill Country at the 6th Annual Kerrville Festival of the Arts. Held May 25th and 26th in historic downtown Kerrville, this outdoor juried show features the work of more than 120 artists working in mediums including painting, sculpture, glass, metal work, fiber, jewelry, leather and photography. Artisans and crafters from across the state and beyond offer high-quality creations to suit everyone’s taste and budget. Exhibitors include Houston artist Inga Godejord whose one-of-a-kind hand-painted designs on French Jacquard silk dyes are exquisite, and award-winning Austin goldsmith Steve Kriechbaum, whose timeless jewelry creations encompass both traditional and contemporary elements. Hill Country wood sculptor Ted Armulowicz creates heirloom-quality pieces sourced with wood from natural habitats, influenced with organic simplicity and natural edges and hand finished with natural oils. For more information, visit KvArtFest.org
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The timeless mystique of the old west is what draws most people to The Museum of Western Art in Kerrville. Situated high on a hill overlooking the city, the bold structure was designed by famed Texas architect O’Neil Ford and features a rugged hacienda-type exterior and manicured grounds graced by larger-than-life size bronzes. The 14,000 square feet of interior space houses an impressive permanent collection of 250 paintings and 150 sculptures, all done by past and present renowned western artists. Distinctive handcrafted Boveda ceilings, endcut mesquite wood and Saltillo tile flooring combine with a multitude of western artifacts and priceless art to leave a lasting impression on all who visit this Hill Country treasure. Upcoming special exhibits include: May 4–June 29: The American Plains Artists Signature Show September 6–October 31: 36th Annual Western Art Exhibition & Sale For more information, visit MuseumOfWesternArt.com
RIVERS EDGE GALLERY, KERRVILLE
KGS STUDIOS In today’s world we are inundated with immediacy, with more demands on our attention than we can accommodate. A century ago, we had more time to reflect on the importance of our legacies and how we wished to be remembered. Throughout history, the portrait has defined how an individual has been remembered. Great care has always gone into its preparation and creation. KGS Studios offers you a place to commission your own portrait as past generations did theirs. Here, you choose how you wish to be remembered and we have the ability to execute your vision masterfully. It's no mistake that people from all over the world are choosing us to craft their legacy. Learn what they know by scheduling a visit.
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Looking for that perfect Hill Country vista to hang above the mantle? Or, perhaps a more contemporary piece to tie your living space together? Whatever your taste may be, River’s Edge Gallery is sure to have that perfect piece to breathe life into your home. Aside from beautiful, traditional and contemporary works of art we also specialize in custom framing and fine art printing. We use museum materials so your treasures will last and we also specialize in shadowboxing heirlooms and in the restoration and cleaning of oil paintings and bronzes. We have established an artists’ guild, The Big Bang Art Gang, which will be here painting new pieces before your eyes as we showcase the talent of these contemporary artists. Stop in and strike up a conversation with our local artists and be sure to bring your friends. For more information, visit RiversEdgeGallery.net
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SARAH PALMER Contemporary artist Sarah Palmer, a native of San Antonio, Texas, earned her Bachelor of Fine Arts at the University of Texas in Austin in 2015, and afterwards studied at the Florence Academy of Art. Currently, Palmer is expected to graduate with her Masters of Fine Arts degree from the Savannah College of Art and Design in Atlanta in the spring of 2019. She has a studio in San Antonio at the Hausmann Millworks and loves working with the community of artists there. Sarah Palmer has shown her work locally at the Witte Museum, the McNay Art Museum, the W Hotel in Austin, Cornerstone Christian School, and the Ecumenical Center of San Antonio, and nationally at the MOCA Gallery and Trois Gallery in Atlanta, Georgia.
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Vigini Paint and Design is an interior finish design studio that was established in 1998. Co-Founders Leslie Morrison and Nicola Vigini are passionate about bringing beauty to their clients with unrivaled talent and attentive and individual customer service. Specializing in an array of traditional and contemporary finishes from plaster, tadelakt, gilding, cabinetry and furniture refinishing, Vigini Paint and Design is currently designing hand-painted wall paper.
TRACY WILLIAMS Contemporary artist Tracy Williams addresses the place of and beyond an earthly plane, inspired by the wonders of flora and fauna, land and sky. Abstract expressionism is rooted by a family legacy of artists. Williams often returns to memories of producing art at an early age: clay-making and discovering color. This influence energized Williams to produce a more committed body of work, and still guides her study today.
With a strong sense of color and pattern, the Vigini stencil collection offers unique methods to update your walls and furniture. For more information, visit ViginiPaintAndDesign.com
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Her paintings demonstrate continuity and meditation in movement through the energy, emotion, and gestural exploration of her brush stroke, line and color mixtures. Williams lives in San Antonio and creates in her personal studio. Her work has been exhibited locally at Blue Star Contemporary, The McNay Museum of Art, Southwest School of Art, AnArte Gallery, and the Guadalupe Cultural Arts Center. For more information, visit TracyWilliamsContemporary.com and @tracywilliamsart Etching by Mary Bonner
Painting by Julian Onderdonk
World Record Results: Over $1,000,000 sold in Texas and Western art in 2018. Since 2013, Vogt Galleries has been a leader in the growing Texas Art auction market. Based in Dallas and San Antonio, fine art specialist Katy Alexander curates quarterly Texas art auctions and takes pride in making this category stand out as one of our most popular and successful. Save the date for auctions in August and October 2019. We are always seeking quality consignments in Texas Art from the following artists and others like: Julian Onderdonk, Robert Onderdonk, Jose Arpa, G. Harvey, Porfirio Salinas, Jose Vives-Atsara, Dawson Dawson-Watson, Mary Bonner, Frank Reaugh, Helen Hunter, Rolla Taylor, Robert Wood, Paul Rodda Cook, W.A. Slaughter, Exa Wall, Santa Duran, Harry Anthony De Young, DeForrest Judd, Everett Spruce, and Otis Dozier. Tracy Williams
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San Antonio’s Epitacio R. Resendez Jet-Setting Forever Fiftieth Birthday Party In Budapest
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Apollo with a Lyre by Onorio Marinari
Cristina Girard and Sir Mark Fehrs Haukohl
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of Augsburg, Germany was the recent setting for the debut of a one-of-a-kind collection that showcased the art from one of history’s most historic Italian families. The events to toast Beyond the Medici: The Haukohl Family Collection featured many prominent art patrons, collectors from around the world jetted-in from locales ranging from Texas to Paris to Singapore for an incredible weekend of events including walking tours, concerts and five-star cuisine. The gathering was hosted by Sir Mark Fehrs Haukohl of Houston, whose family has been collecting Medici art for six generations.
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art aficionados kicked off the weekend in style at the northern baroque Schaezlerpalais Palace, which featured southern Italian works of art owned by Haukohl. The weekend only became more dazzling from there. Meghan Gregonis, United States General Counsel in Munich, officiated the opening at the Grand Goldener Saal. Prominent museum directors from both sides of the pond, were treated to an awe-inspiring display of 17th century paintings, sculptures, textiles and drawings also owned by Sir Haukohl.
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Princess Alexandra Fugger von Babenhausen and Count Alexander Fugger von Babenhausen
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THE SETTING: The historic town
Haukohl Family Medici Art Collection Kicks Off Tour Through Europe
Hon. Mary Mochary and Dr. Yvonne Schülke
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The fun continued as art enthusiasts were treated to a five-star luncheon at Schloss Wellenberg Castle. Sir Haukohl brought the Texan largesse with him by offering Lone Star-blue aprons and Bucee’s barbecue sauce as gifts for attendees. The festivities were capped with a Vivaldi concert hosted by Haukohl and featured VIP’s including Mary Mochary, retired Chair of the National Museum of Women in the Arts and Dr. Eric Motley of the Aspen Institute. If the success of this weekend is any indication, the Beyond the Medici: The Haukohl Family Collection tour which will include stops in Brussels, Munich and Luxembourg among others, will be the upcoming talk of the European and American art scenes. s
THE SETTING: Budapest, Hungary was the setting for a recent epic birthday weekend celebrating Epitacio R. Resendez. Titled, Forever Fifty, the fifty-five people from around the world who made their way to the Pearl of the Danube were treated to a series of five-star festivities throughout the enchanting city.
Alexandra Cavazos and Hon. Marie-France Andre
THE STYLE: The weekend began at the Budapest apartment of Resendez, who purchased the residence after falling in love with the city on a trip to Europe eight years ago. The guests, donned in their finest cocktail attire, were greeted by the guest of honor, who stood atop a candle lit staircase where partygoers sipped champagne and sampled morsels by Nobu while pianist Csaba Novak performed for the adoring crowd.
Edina Koltai and Hon. David Najera
Hon. Marie-France Andre, Kristal Powell, Eleni Korani and Ana Maria Reategui
The next evening the festivities moved to The Queen Elisabeth & Andrássy ballroom at the Gundel Etterem, a world-renowned restaurant which has hosted Pope John Paul II and Queen Elizabeth over the years. The black-tie clad revelers were treated to a lavish dinner while being serenaded by musician Gyula Horváth. Once dinner was completed, the doors of the salon were opened to reveal a dance floor and DJ where revelers partied the night away. The weekend concluded at the residence of Mexico’s Ambassador to Hungary Hon. David Nájera for a brunch and farewell toast to Resendez, perfectly capping off a weekend that those on hand will long remember. s
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history-making independence Texas Independence Day Dinner Honors Prominent Texans At The Bullock Museum By Rob Giardinelli | Photography by Chris Caselli Jan Bullock and Charles Butt
THE SETTING: The Bob Bullock
Texas State History Museum in Austin was the venue for the 15th Annual Texas Independence Day Dinner. The event, hosted by the Texas State History Museum Foundation, featured over 400 of the state’s most notable sociables and politicos for an evening of fun and tributes to two Texans who have made an indelible mark on the states culture and independent spirit: Charles Butt and Flaco Jimenez who were each honored with the History-Making Texan Award.
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THE STYLE: The black-tie crowd
Gilda and Leonard Jimenez & Flaco and Adela Jimenez
Cala Moran, Ella Moran, Ava Moran and Brad Moran
Richard Leshin
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kicked off the festivities in style before with a one-of-a-kind red carpet located at main entrance where attendees posed for photos with the iconic Texas star located outside of the museum as a backdrop while listening to ambient music courtesy of Austin Soundwaves Orchestra. Once inside, guests ascended the staircase in the main foyer of the Bullock to the second floor for cocktails where VIP’s had the opportunity mingle with the guests of honor. The fun continued as partygoers gathered in the main foyer of the Bullock for the event program. The space, beautifully transformed in a sea of whites and metallics, with red floral décor that offered the space an extra pop of color, was where patrons dined on a delicious meal catered by The Four Seasons Hotel. Next came the tributes to the honorees, each of whom were the spotlight of a video showcasing the impact they have had on the state. After the program, the gracious honorees stayed well into the night to further mingle with VIP’s, capping off a magical evening that will be the talk of the Texas social scene for some time to come.
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Christina Hawn, Annette Klein, Julianna Hawn Holt, Kathleen Gunn and Claudette Macias
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Loyd and Michal Powell & Gideon Powell
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Texas Cultural Trust Hosts Tenth Biennial Texas Medal Of Arts Awards With Two-Day Events By Rob Giardinelli | Photography by Miguel Angel and Tyler Schmitt Jay Fox, Hon. Jim Pitts and Mike Peterson
THE SETTING: Over the course
Lynn Wyatt & First Lady Cecelia Abbott and Governor Greg Abbott
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Heidi Marquez Smith and Linda Lamantia
Brandon Maxwell
Jack and Leslie Blanton
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of two magical days, over a thousand of Texas’ most devoted and passionate patrons of the Arts celebrated the tenth biennial Texas Medal of Arts Awards. This years honorees featured eleven individuals and institutions that have left their mark on not just Texas, but around the globe.
THE STYLE: The festivities kicked off at the Blanton Museum for the Arts Alive! VIP reception, where cocktails flowed as freely as the chatter as honorees effortlessly mingled with guests and listened to fine musicians. The following afternoon the fun was at the Governor’s Mansion for the Rise with the Arts brunch where honorees were presented with medals by Governor and First Lady Abbott.
Camila Alves and Matthew McConaughey
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The events concluded at The Long Center in Austin for Texas Medal of Arts Awards gala dinner. Highlights of the awards ceremony included Lauren Anderson’s star turn as the evening’s emcee, Brandon Maxwell’s hilarious, yet heartwarming acceptance speech, Mark Seliger breaking out his vintage camera to take a picture of the audience from the podium and show-stopping performances by music legends Jennifer Holliday and Boz Scaggs. Additional recipients included Conspirare, artist Trenton Doyle Hancock, author Stephen Harrigan, actor Matthew McConaughey, architects Elaine Molinar & Craig Dykers and the Vidal Manuel Treviño School of Communications & Fine Arts in Laredo.
Florence Shapiro, Pam Willeford and Julie Linn
Hon. Joe Straus and Julie Brink
Patrick Parker, Amy Barbee, Lisa Lucero and Tracy LaQuey Parker
Dr. Martha Villarreal
Sarah and Dr. Ernest Butler
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The Texas Medal of Arts Awards, chaired by Leslie Blanton and Leslie Ward, raised almost $1.8 million dollars for the Texas Cultural Trust whose mission is to be the leading Texas voice for the arts in terms through education, advocacy and economic impact. s
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Boz Scaggs
Craig Hella Johnson and Phillip Overbaugh
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The German Club Celebrates Debutante Ball At St. Anthony Hotel By Jake Gaines | Photography by JB Lyde of Parish Photography
THE SETTING: San Antonio’s debutante scene did not disappoint this season as the Jewel Ball shone as bright as a diamond at the St. Anthony Hotel. The evening’s families honoring their daughters were Jessica and Joe Bakke with their daughter Hannah Bakke, Carrie and Tom Green with their daughter Caroline Green, Betty and Daryl Lansdale with daughter Kelsey Lansdale; Amy and Doug Ryder with their daughter Elizabeth Ryder, and Niti and John Volpe with their daughter Alegra Volpe.
Patrick Shearer and Erin Bley
Alegra Volpe, Kelsey Lansdale, Hannah Bakke, Caroline Green and Elizabeth Ryder
THE STYLE: The invitation that arrived
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Trusten and Lexi McArtor
Elizabeth Roberts, Joe Rubin and Amy Stieren Smiley
John Shepherd, Tommy Green and William Dehlinger
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set the tone as the theme was brought to life through a series of spectacular moments using creative designs, lovely linens and fabulous finishes at the venue. The theme was inspired by Jewels, a three-act ballet created for the New York City Ballet choreographed by George Balanchine. After visiting legendary jewelers Van Cleef and Arpels as research, Balanchine selected the three most precious stones: emeralds, rubies and diamonds for his three acts, all the colors that were woven into the evening’s décor. In fact, each room at the event was uniquely resplendent in the vibrantly jeweled colors.
Sierra Flores, Emme Nagler, Kelsey Lansdale, Traci Hirokawa, George Gallagher, Alex Cherches and Sienna Gomez
Jessica Bakke, Hannah Bakke and Joe Bakke
Niti Volpe, Alegra Volpe and Linda Leyendecker Gutierrez
Cloche Designs, founded by event industry veterans Laura Nell Burton and Christin Gish, designed and executed every aspect of the ball to its last detail. The duo created a series of spectacular moments brought to life by their team of best-inclass vendors from all over Texas and beyond including floral design, balloons by Botanical No. 9 and entertainment by Taylor Pace Orchestra.
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the San Antonio German Club was formed in 1880. Each year since its inception, the organization has presented its debutantes during San Antonio’s social season. s
Susan Hardy, Sandi Taylor and Kim Tylman
Carrie Green, Debbie Chesnay and Lisa Sechler
Taylor Whitlock, Emmy Demeris, Madeline Parker, Erin Brasseux, Maggie Little, Kathryn Olive and Kelly Scott
Kathy Bonner, Amy Ryder and Sarah Ryder
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Stages Repertory Theatre Hosts The Night Garden Gala By Jennifer Roosth | Photography by Priscilla Dickson and Daniel Ortiz
Limor and Stuart Smith
Neal and Susan Hirsch
Lauren Granello, Alicia Gordy and Ruth Calabrese
Sandra Porter and Leisa Holland-Nelson
THE SETTING: Attended by a record breaking 464 guests, the 2019 Stages Repertory Theatre hosted its most successful gala to date. The Revaire’s ballroom décor, designed by Bergner and Johnson, was inspired by the theme, The Night Garden, with a hint of the theatre’s upcoming show, Little Shop of Horrors. Garden vines, blooming branches, trailing greenery and carnivorous plants filled the space, along with touches of rich red and hot pink, adding a sensuous layer to the evening. Following dinner with cuisine by A Fare Extraordinaire, attendees crowded the dance floor and danced the night away to the sounds of Georgia Bridgwater Orchestra.
Glenda and Russell Gordy & Sue and Lester Smith
Becca Cason Thrash
Jo and Jim Furr
Enid Sanchez and Roland Maldonado
Duke and CC Ensell
THE STYLE: It was a night charmed with a big surprise. Glenda and Russell Gordy’s longtime friends, Sue Smith and the late Lester Smith, had informed them that they would not be able to attend this year’s gala. However, unbeknownst to the Gordys, the Smiths had reserved a table and planned to make a special announcement at the event. Following dinner, a messenger presented the Gordys with a giant red gift box containing a check revealing a $2.5M gift, enabling Stages Repertory Theatre to fully fund their new campus, The Gordy, nearly a year ahead of opening. The Smiths deliberately chose to bestow their first significant performing arts donation in honor of their close friends, the Gordys.
Tara Simon and George Lancaster
Mauri Oliver and Ceron
James and Nicole Lassiter
Alexandra and Rich Bruskoff
THE PURPOSE: The gala chairs were Marnie Greenwood and William Finnorn Franny Edmundon, Sally and Philip Edmundson and Maria Edmundson
Mark Folkes, Judy & Jim Nicklos and Kenn McLaughlin
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Judy and Jim Nicklos and Brenda and Bradley Jones served as the underwriting chairs, The evening raised over $630,000 including auction proceeds. The Gordys made a leadership $5M gift to the capital campaign, Staging Our Future in 2017, making their gift one of the largest individual gifts in the history of Houston’s performing arts community. The campaign supports the construction of its new 66,850-squarefoot three-theatre campus, The Gordy, which will open in January of 2020. Stages surprised both the Gordys and the Smiths by announcing that the new campus’s 223seat arena stage will be named the “Lester and Sue Smith Stage”. s
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Katherine Morille and Rock Morille & Rock and Trish Morille,Jr.
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Vivian Wise
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romancing the stone Celebrity Designer Bob Mackie Jewelry Stuns By Lance Avery Morgan | Photography by Greg Harrison
Bob Mackie and Kim Lewis
Bob Mackie, Joe McFate and Marc Schwartz
Dick and Kristin Tips
Bob Mackie and Kittie West
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Katie Luber, Patricia Ruiz-Healy and Nancy Steves
THE STYLE: The elegant residences of Kim Lewis and Sonya Medina Williams served as the venues for each chic gathering. Cocktails flowed and bites were nibbled as prominent San Antonians met and mingled with Mackie, who lent his design expertise as well as insightful stories about Cher, Carol Burnett, Ann Margaret, and more Hollywood legends he has designed for over the years. Currently, Mackie is the toast of Broadway due to his costuming for the hit musical, The Cher Show. In fact, he designed the over-500 costumes for the sparkling production.
Susan Wise, Stephanie Cavender and Peggy Hughes
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Upon his arrival, Bob and his team were welcomed in true Texas style by Nancy Hernandez and her staff at the iconic Little Red Barn Steakhouse – an evening to be remembered by all. As a tribute to the designer, artist Analy Diego created a piece for Sonya’s party depicting Bob through her vector illustration technique and is available for collecting at Anarte Gallery. During their visit, Mackie and his team were squired about in brand new Cadillac SUVs provided by Ken Batchelor and Cavender Cadillac who combined efforts to provide the luxe transportation. s
Briana Espinoza, Bob Mackie and Leandra Sandoval at the Little Red Barn Steakhouse
Analy Diego and Bob Mackie
Armando and Lupita Medina
Carla Brozovich, Stacey Shlagel, Bob Mackie, Lindsey Bolner and Sonya Williams
We love that the Bob Mackie Design Group has partnered with renowned jeweler Nigaam on the new collection of fine jewelry. The collaboration weds Bob Mackie’s exquisite sense of glamour and sophistication, with Nigaam’s precious stone expertise. The result? A stunning showcase of beautiful craftsmanship and spectacular color.
David Garza, Michael Quintanilla, Rob Giardinelli, Lance Avery Morgan, Bob Mackie & Dr. John Hogg
Patty Hayes and Barbara Wood
THE SETTING: Recently, at two spectacular private residences, the buzz was palpable as celebrity fashion designer Bob Mackie wowed a crowd of attendees with the launch events of his Bob Mackie Fine Jewelry collection. The jewelry pieces were set in precious stones including diamonds, emeralds, sapphires, and rubies, as well as favorites like coral and turquoise, all set in white, rose and yellow gold.
Brandon and Triana Grossman & Sonya and Gene Williams
Katie Reynolds, Bob Mackie and Claire Reynolds
Tracy Wolff, Jane Macon and Sheryl Sculley
Lee Welder, Katharine Welder and Melissa Morgan
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the meaning of mindfulness 5th Annual Aging Mind Foundation Gala Shatters Fundraising Records By Rob Giardinelli | Photography by Tamytha Cameron and Rhiannon Lee
THE SETTING: The Joule Hotel in Dallas was the scene of the recent Aging Mind Foundation gala, where the city’s social elite rubbed elbows during a great evening full of friends, touching tributes and a memorable music performance. .
Jonika Nix and Carey Moen
Kellie and Wilfredo Estrada
THE STYLE: The evening began with cocktail hour where the black-tie crowd mingled and then gathered in the ballroom where guests dined on a multi-course meal created by The Joule’s culinary team during the evening’s program. Greg Creed, Yum! Brands CEO, acted as master of ceremonies and hosted the dinner.
Dan and Michel Hagood & Kara and Randall Goss
John Clutts and Dee Wyly
Gary Cole, Carol Quist, Patrick Tichaceh and JoMarie Lily
Jay Allen peforms
Katy and Sanders Avrea
The evening continued with a spirited live auction featuring one-of-a-kind experiences including a VIP Hollywood trip to see a taping of Will & Grace, an exclusive VIP dinner at AT&T Stadium for the 2019 NFL Season kickoff, a private hunt at Togo Island, a Palm Desert driving experience, and many more experiences that raised the bar at the spirited gathering. The program concluded with a showstopping musical performance by Country singer Jay Allen entertained guests. Among his songs, Allen sang “Blank Stares,” a song he recently wrote and recorded in honor of his mother, who passed away from Alzheimer’s in February. After the program, the action moved to the Joule’s rooftop terrace where guests danced the night away.
Gary and Cara Owenst
Alana and Adrian Sada
Scott and Judy Nyquist
Michelle Friezo, Joan Doering, Marty Stenzler and Debbie Lacher
Jennifer Bridewell & Hazel and John Clendening
Susie Straubmueller, Anne Defilippo, Lisa Shardon and Glennis Gary
Stacy Nutkis and Sherwood Wagner
Mike and Hillary Stack & Mtandy Ma and Levi Smith
Mark Hiduke and Heather Ardeel
Kiki Pennington and Shandi Hudson
Bill and Lisa Ogle
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Joule, Headington Companies, and Forty Five Ten. Sherwood Wagner served as the honorary chair and Kathy Nelson as gala chair for the event that raised over $720,000 for the Aging Mind Foundation with this year’s gala proceeds going to the organization that is dedicated to supporting research designed to find the cause of the dementias. To date it has raised over $2 million dollars to fund high-quality brain research. s
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a record of hope
Emily and Joe Price
Dell Children’s Medical Center Gala Shatters Fundraising Records By Rob Giardinelli | Photography by Ben Porter Joe and Kirstin Ross
THE SETTING: A beautiful evening at
Austin’s JW Marriott hotel was the setting recently for the annual Dell Children’s Medical Center gala. In total, over 1,000 of Austin’s most notable sociables, community leaders and philanthropists were on hand to support one of Capital City’s most venerable organizations for a night of hope, fun and fundraising.
Miguel Romano & Valerie and Chico Parker
THE STYLE: The fun began even before the impeccably dressed crowd in their finest black-tie attire ascended the escalator to the main ballroom. Here guests had the opportunity to pose for photos on a one-of-a-kind step and repeat, set as a living room, designed by Autumn Rich and Lisa Hickey. Dapper in gowns and tuxedos, the partygoers then made their way to their seats in an impeccably designed ballroom full of orchids courtesy of David Kurio. The program included heart-warming testimonials from families positively impacted by Dell Children’s Medical Center and a spirited live auction. The festivities were capped off in the foyer-turned-disco of the JW Marriott for the after party where guests danced the night away in style.
Adam and Sheena Wilde
Dr. Pierre and Angela Filardi
Jessica Scott and Amber Koehler
Jamie and Blake Chandlee
Sabrina and Jay Brown
Jill and JR Kraft
Kendall Beard performs
Craig Cordola and Clay Johnston
Marnie Duncan, Margaret Lang, Tia Cripps, Caroline Smith, Mandy Georgodd and Lauren Reaud
Kumara Wilcoxon and Louisiana Longwell
Nathan and Jessica Ziehr
THE PURPOSE: The event, chaired by Pat and Katherine Jones, raised a record-setting $1.7 million dollars for Dell Children’s Medical Center. Since 1996, the gala has raised over $18.5 million dollars to provide valuable resources and programs for children and their families. s
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Lindsay and Joe Warnock
Michele and Pako Karp
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Katherine and Matt Gallagher
Armando Zambrano and Cori Modisett
Nyle and Nancy Maxwell
Reid and Leslie Sweet
Ann and Cameron Campbell
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Lori and Jim Johnson
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kids at heart
DoSeum Hosts Palm Springs-Themed Birthday Bash By Jake Gaines | Photography by Greg Harrison and Sam Pags
THE SETTING: Typically filled with
the excitement of children, recently the San Antonio Museum For Kids, the DoSeum, was transformed into a desert oasis venue for more than 400 adults. The vibrant energy, flowing cocktails,sweet treats and interactive activities were just a few of the things that set the stage for The DoSeum’s 4th Palm Springs-themed Birthday Bash.
Allen Barber, Lisa Wolf and Melissa Crea
James and Phyllis Browning
Bill Jackman, Kim Lewis, Jessica and Clint Worth, Topher and Hannah Beard, Krista Grantham & Clayton and Emily Reaser
Adriana Grossman and Courtney Tuttle
THE STYLE: The STEM-focused
children’s museum celebrated its fourth year of operation with supporting donors, corporations and individuals. The cocktail casual attire event featured a theme focused on the artistic side of the interactive opportunities of The DoSeum. The evening started with a cocktail reception in Will’s Stream. Afterward, the event revelers were seated in the first floor of the museum’s exhibits Little Town, Spy Academy, and Imagine It with catering by Don Strange Events until it was time for dessert, drinks and dancing at Will’s Stream. The event was produced by Tres Events.
Emilie Petty, Carla Brozovich, Triana Grossman, Ashley Weaver, Jessica Worth, Megan Steves, Corinna Richter and Lauren Kate Holt
Clare Duffin, Hayley Conger, Courtney Percy and Mary Conger
Trudy Madan, Elva Rapanotti, Dr. Abha Ghani, Dr. Amita Kumar and Dr. Gabriel Bietz
Waddy and Alexis Armstrong, Tanya Fenderbosch and Brent Barry
Nicole and Rob McClane, Melissa and Kelton Morgan, LIndsay and Greg Bolner, Stacy Schlagel & Sonya and Gene Williams
Meade and Jolie Flavin, Brandon and Triana Grossman, Courtney and Barrett Tuttle, Rad and Ashley Weaver & Shannon and Jon Turner
Kourtney Little, Daniel Menelly and Alex McDonald
Miguel and Gloria Dilley, Kristin Tips, Megan Steves, Kathy and Michael Hoffman, Lindsey Guenther, Ted Eccles, Dick Tips and Jack Guenther
THE PURPOSE: Triana and Brandon
Steven and Kelly Fry & Eric and Jackie Covey
Ashley Weaver and Triana Grossman
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Brent and Hayley Conger & Brooks and Danielle Kieschnick
Stacy Hoyt, Stephanie Bailey and Elizabeth Marceau
Grossman and Ashley and Rad Weaver were the co-chairs for the sold-out evening. The funds raised at the gala support programs like DoSeum For All that underwrites admission for the underserved, provides scholarships to camps, and professional development for educators. s
Staci Foster, Jennifer Shemwell, Carla Brozovich and Malou Alvarez
Molly Molina, Ryan Jay and Laura Whalen
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Ty and Colette Edwards
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Sonya Medina Williams and Xitlalt Herrera Salazar
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king of the hill
South Texas Charity Weekend Hosts 26th Annual Gathering By Dr. Fred Bryant | Photography by Marie Langmore Bobwhite Quail
Chris Kleberg, King Kleberg and Tio Kleberg
THE SETTING: The open spaces
Julie & Balous Miller
Clara Keen, Robert Earl & Kathleen Keen
Tio Kleberg and Robert Underbrink
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Jay Kleberg, Roy Seiders and Ryan Seiders
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of the King Ranch, the historic town of Kingsville, and the stylish Caesar Kleberg Wildlife Center were the backdrop for the 26th annual South Texas Charity Weekend. THE STYLE: Guests came from around Texas and beyond to enjoy a weekend with friends and honor Patt and Ben Wallace of Corpus Christi. The weekend started with a cocktail reception Friday night, hosted by Tio and Janell Kleberg in their beautiful home on the King Ranch. The next morning, guests went afield to pursue quail or shoot sporting clays. The threat of rain did not deter the guests who enjoyed their time in the King Ranch’s sprawling pastures. Later, that evening everyone gathered at the Caesar Kleberg Center where they made—and renewed— friendships over cocktails in the casual South Texas atmosphere. Dinner began with Fred Bryant detailing the conservation legacy of Patt and Ben Wallace. Tio Kleberg then marched into the auditorium dressed as Teddy Roosevelt in honor of Ben Wallace’s membership in the nation’s oldest conservation organization, the Boone and Crockett Club. A dinner of steak and quail was followed by a robust auction. The event ended the next day after a brunch at the King Ranch Pool House where guests shared memories from the previous evening, toured the King Ranch Main House, and said their goodbyes. THE PURPOSE: Wildlife conservation, ranching heritage, and health care benefit from the gracious donations of benefactors from as far away as Georgia and Alaska. The charities include Caesar Kleberg Wildlife Research Institute, King Ranch Institute for Ranch Management, CHRISTUS Spohn Hospital-Kleberg, and HALO-Flight. s
Rob and Adrian Sabom & Fred and Janis Bryant
Mark Johnson
Balous and Julie Miller & Gretchen and Lance Lahourcade
Judy and Jamey Clement
Carolyn Johnson Patt and Ben Wallace with family and friends
Phil and Sandy Green
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seeing red
American Heart Association Dallas Raises Record-Breaking $1.8 Million Luncheon By Cynthia Smoot | Photography by Dana Driensky, James Edwards and Scogin Mayo
THE SETTING: More than 1,200
attendees gathered at the Omni Dallas to unite in the fight against heart disease and stroke at the 2019 Dallas Go Red for Women luncheon. Guests took part in health screenings, makeup touch-ups from Blushington artists, hands-only CPR training, women’s health education opportunities and a silent auction during the event.
Melissa Sherrill Martin, Kate Rose Marquez, Heather Baker and Nancy Gopez
THE STYLE: The ballroom was filled
Dr. Ashton and Marty Turco
Ciera Cooley, Lisa Cooley and Bela Cooley
Amy Johnson and Millie Cooper
Elizabeth Saab, Christine Allison, Jennifer Davis Long and Maggie Kipp
with a sea of red outfits that paid homage to the organization. This year’s luncheon featured ABC News Chief Medical Correspondent Dr. Jennifer Ashton as the keynote speaker and was nationally sponsored by CVS Health and locally sponsored by Texas Health Resources and Aimbridge Hospitality. Fifteen years ago, Go Red For Women was born as a campaign to raise awareness among women about their great health threat–heart disease. Slowly, the campaign grew into a movement–one that not only brought together thousands of women annually but became the trusted, passionate, relevant force for change to eradicate heart disease and stroke all over the world. Go Red For Women provides a platform for women and their families to lead healthier lives, and drive collective action for community transformation.
Dr. Helen Hobbs
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PURPOSE: Judy Hendrick, Katherine and Key Coker were the cochairs for the annual event benefiting the American Heart Association, the world’s leading voluntary health organization devoted to a world of longer, healthier lives. It raised a record-breaking $1.8 million dollars and counting. Launched in 2004 as an awareness campaign, the Go Red for Women movement has saved the lives of 670,000 women. s
Tiffany Davis
Dee Lincoln
Courtney Kerr and Lisa Pineiro
Kennedy Carruth, Michell N. Gibson and Kourtney Surgent
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green goddess
Discovery Green Celebrates With Lively 10th Anniversary Gala By Jennifer Roosth | Photography by Jenny Antill
THE SETTING: The evening began with cocktails under the oaks along the park’s Brown Foundation Promenade. Guests enjoyed performances by silk aerialists, Flamenco fusion music by Amin Safari and Robert Feliciano, and the glow of GUST, an interactive site-specific artwork by Mexico City-based design studio Cocolab consisting of nearly 2,000 custom-made pinwheels. While guests enjoyed a dinner catered by City Kitchen, the Discovery Green Conservancy showed a series of videos that celebrated the park and its impact over the past 10 years in three acts: Heritage—From Parking Lot to Paradise, Family—The Heart of Discovery Green and Community—The Promise of Discovery Green.
Xavier Peña; Alejandra Gonzalez and Jaime Peña
Derrick Shore & Brandon Bourque
Carey Kirkpatrick, Jeremy Little and Lea Weingarten
Jay and Anat Zeidman
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Jeff and Polly Whittle
Linden and Roger Sofer
Margaret Alkek Williams and David Wuthrich
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Zane and Brady Carruth
Gary Tinterow and Christopher Gardner
THE STYLE: After emcee Dominique Sachse welcomed guests to the gala tent on Discovery Green’s Jones Lawn, Board Chair Roxann Neumann, along with event chairs Zane and Brady Carruth, recognized the individuals, corporations and foundations who have supported the park since its opening in April 2008, and announced plans for improvements on the eve of its next decade, including a new playground, a new northwest corner and updated lighting throughout the park. The black-tie evening also recreated some of the experiences that park visitors have come to love, including performances by DB Duo, a Houston-based handbalancing act; Two Star Symphony, a local ensemble performing all original compositions; NAACH Houston, a multigenerational, community-based Bollywood dance company; Archie Bell, who performed at Discovery Green’s opening gala ten years ago, and The Allen Oldies Band. The night concluded with dancing to Bombón, a DJ collaboration between Houston DJs Gracie Chavez, Navó, OG Bobby Trill and Principe Q with percussionist Ilya Janos and La Comadre Mel on hand for the festivities.
Ginger Baldwin and Bill Baldwin
Nick Florescu and Dominique Sachse
Scott and Judy Nyquist
Sofia Adrogue and Barry Mandel
THE PURPOSE: Over 400 guests raised $1.2 million dollars for the Discovery Green Conservancy, a 501(c)(3) that maintains the park and funds more than 700 free public events each year. s
Linda Weiner and Jennifer Roosth
Nancy and Richard Kinder
Anne and Charles Duncan
Linden and Roger Sofer
Nicole and Kenady Davis
Andrea and Bill White
Tim and Roxann Neumann
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Suzan Deison and Leisa Holland-Nelson
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The big stakes, high-dollar international art world is booming beyond belief. The money is flowing as freely with the volume of the masterpieces that are being sold at the most prestigious gathering of valuable art and discerning buyers. Join our globe-trotting Lance Avery Morgan as we jet to The European Fine Art Fair in The Netherlands.
Kamel Mennour stand. Photography by Loraine Bodewes
Homage To The Square by Josef Albers, 1968 at Vedovi Gallery
"TEFAF is often referred to as a museum in which everything is for sale.
Really, it could be
Tete de Feme by Pablo Picasso. Signed 1971 at Van de Weghe Ben Brown Stand. Photography by Natascha Libbert
called hoarding for Galerie Hyundai Stand. Photography by Mark Neidermann
The scene at Maastricht 2019. Photography by Mark Neidermann
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T’S FAIR GAME We all know how the very rich own and appreciate art. A tremendous amount of art, in fact. According to Wealth X, a wealth intelligence firm, the average billionaire holds $31 million dollars, or 5% of their net worth, in art. Very familiar to the collector is to value an object of beauty, and to competitively pay for what they love. Those people and those who aspire to be like them are at the grandest art fair on the planet, The European Fine Art Fair (TEFAF). If it is Thursday on a crisp and cool day in Maastricht, Holland, about two hours from Amsterdam, then it must be opening day at the wildly prestigious 32nd annual The European Fine Arts Fair (TEFAF) where
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Fernand Léger, Nature Morte au Compas, 1929 at Galerie Gmurznynska
both aristocracy and well-heeled art lovers gather under one large roof to scout one-of-a-kind pieces…to either complement, or begin, a worldclass art collection. TEFAF is often referred to as a museum in which everything is for sale. Really, it could be called hoarding for billionaires. Susan Lynch, Chair of the Board of Directors and Patrons of the Bruce Museum in Greenwich, Connecticut mused, “TEFAF is inspiring, educational and a delight.” So much so that last year the Fair was loaned a significant collection display of Old Masters from the Amsterdam Museum. Consider this a primer on your visit to the Fair, whether you are attending for the first time, or you are a veteran of the exquisite Fair
billionaires."
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that has 280 exhibitors from 20 different countries. Between them they exhibited more than 30,000 works of art, antiques and design objects from pre-history to the present day with an aggregate value of more than 3 billion Euros. “At TEFAF you get spoiled forever,” shared American collector Jean Doyen de Montaillou, about the 7000 years of art history on display and for sale. In fact, the Fair is so important that is has borne an offspring that now occurs in May and November in New York. ARTISTIC AMBITIONS How does this prestigious fair offer something not easily found at other fairs? Houstonian art collector Sir Mark Haukohl, with whom we dined at a castle near the Fair, is an avid Old Masters collector and
Vincent Van Gogh in a Wax Museum in Amsterdam, 1985 by Jean-Michel Basquiat at Simon Lee Galllery
Jupiter and Semele by Gaetano Gandolfi, 1770 at Walter Padovani
Necklace and earrings by Dorrie Nossiter 1930 at A La Vielle Russie
always attends the gathering to see how he can add to his collection in some way. He confided, “In comparison, the Venice Biennale, Art Basel Switzerland and TEFAF are all horses of a different color. The Venice Bienalle offers no art work for sale, so you are looking at a curated and solely contemporary exhibition, reflecting the taste or lack thereof of selected curators. If you want to buy edgy contemporary modern and contemporary work, Art Basel Switzerland is for you. With important dealers from all over the world, it is the largest fair for today’s contemporary collector. I visit opening day every year and always find something for my contemporary photography collection, The European Woman of the 21st Century.” Robert Labadie, a Dutch private equity kingpin and collector agrees, and
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Art Deco Articulated Brooch, 1930 at Symmbolic & Chase
A View of Venice by Giuseppe Borsato, 1821 at Rafael Valls Ltd. Grau by Wassily Kandinsky, 1931 at Ben Brown Fine Arts
Fergus McCaffrey Stand. Photography by Natascha Libbert
"The thrill of the hunt fills the air. The metaphoric scent of money and ambition, both wildly sexy, permeates the large hall of the Fair in very hushed tones."
Musical Scene by Francois-Joseph Navez, 1819 at Galerie Michel Descours
Alessandra D' Castro Stand. Photography by Mark Nedermann
La Pompadour by Henri Matisse, 1951 at Galerie Thomas Galerie Karsten Greve. Photography by Loraine Bodewes
told me over another dinner with he and his wife, Ingrid Labadie who is in charge of corporate events for the Fair, “This fair has everything under one big roof. The fair sets trends and therefore collectors, as well as dealers, have to be present to take advantage.” And, take advantage is what visitors do in this highly fueled world of art procuring. After having traveled luxuriously on KLM – Royal Dutch Airlines, when the doors open on the first day of the Fair, VIP day, it feels like the race gun firing the start of the Kentucky Derby, with anticipation at a similar fever pitch. The thrill of the hunt fills the air. The metaphoric scent of money and ambition, both wildly sexy, permeates the large hall of the Fair in very hushed tones.
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Max Hetzler stand Photography by Loraine Bodewes
With dozens of corridors and hundreds of stands (exhibits), the other 70,000 attendees likely felt a surge of energy about the art they were encountering once the action starts. In fact, during the preview and the run of the Fair, visitors consumed 15,000 glasses of champagne; 31, 000 glasses of wine; 75,000 cups of coffee; 10,000 pastries; 50,000 sandwiches and 11,000 oysters, which were served by 2300 waiters having been prepared by 515 cooks. Plus, the array of literally hundreds of thousands of tulips, a nod to the Dutch presence, captured the Fair’s essence at every turn. MUSEUM QUALITY Representatives of well over 200 museums, also came to see, mingle and buy. Did they feel the impact of the sensory overload of a
Flying Bird by Joan Miro at Galerie Boulaika
Seafood Bar Photography by Lorainse Bodewes
reasonable sampling of the most beautiful art to be found anywhere on this planet like I did? Likely. Wim Pijbes, director of the Rijksmuseum in Amsterdam shared, “Even the most indulged museum director will see things at TEFAF that are so unique that surprising purchases can be made.’’ Some of the museums that were well represented included those as prestigious as the Asian Civilizations Museum, Singapore, the Metropolitan Museum and Museum of Modern Art in New York, as well as the Louvre in Paris. Dr Ulrich Guntram, AXA Art’s Global CEO stated, “Once again TEFAF outperformed in engaging art lovers and connoisseurs with best-in-class offerings in fine art, antiques and historical objects.”
reported notion that the Old Master market is in its throes of death. It
Just what did I discover at the Fair? What didn’t I see is more like it. I observed that the standard of art was particularly high, quelling the oft-
others mark the territory that is the Fair. The art patrons who stroll
was apparent that dealers went out of their way to bring fresh, privately sourced stock to the Fair. Works bought at auction where exhibitors added value through research, restoration and sometimes reattribution also had no difficulty finding buyers. It was a sellers’ market and also, a buyer’s market. So much so that I saw masterpieces from the Van Gogh Museum that it felt somewhat usual to encounter such masterpieces. MODERN ERA World famous streets known for their artistic inclinations like Place de la Concorde, Fifth Avenue, Trafalgar Square, Place Vendome and the rarified avenues know that they are buying with confidence.
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Dionysis by George Condo, 2002 at Galerie Andrea Caratsch Galerie Leage Stand. Photography by Mark Nedermann
Wallace Chan stand Photography by Loraine Bodwes Cavalo e Cavaliere by Marino Marini, 1946 at Thomas Salis
Portait de Profil au Chapeau Bleu by Dora Maar, 1939 at Brame & Lorenceau
"Whatever the masterpiece, be it classical, an antiquity or a contemporary treasure, The European Fine Art Fair is the place to be to either start or add to a collection in grand style."
Collier de Chien by Cartier, 1910 at Epoque Fine Jewels
Bust of Francesco I D'Este by Giorgio Boldini at Le Claire Kunst Helga Matzke stand. Photography by Loraine Bodewes
Ideal Landscape With The Wedding Of Isaac And Rebecca by Pietro Gabrini, 1841 at Alessandra di Castro
According to sources at TEFAF, the Fair is unrivalled in its standard of quality and in the methods it uses to establish the authenticity of every painting and object on sale. Participating dealers are admitted only after a strict selection process. The Fair’s groundbreaking vetting system involves no fewer than 175 international experts in 29 different categories, who examine every work of art for quality, authenticity and condition. It means that a piece of work is bought with the greatest possible confidence. Interestingly, even though it is not centuries old, modern and contemporary art is also vetted, a procedure that is uncommon at other art fairs. Before the Fair opened over 175 international experts on 29 separate specialist committees examined each object for quality, authenticity and condition. TEFAF Antiques is the biggest section in
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Monbrison stand Photography by Mark Niedermann
the Fair with 102 exhibitors. This is followed by the TEFAF Paintings and TEFAF Modern sections that were packed with artful seekers. How was the vetting done? The highly sophisticated technical equipment, such as the advanced Hirox digital microscope and the portable X-ray fluorescence spectrometer supports the vetting members’ personal expertise. The Fair was also the first to introduce The Art Loss Register (ALR) in 2000, which is the largest private database of stolen art, provides information about registered stolen art. It goes without saying that any stolen objects are removed from the Fair immediately and although I haven’t heard any stories about that at recent Fairs, no doubt it has occurred, but the high trust factor is something on which visitors can count. For the prices that the art and objects are selling, that peace of mind is warranted.
Trois Femmes by Sonia Delaunay, 1922 at Galerie Samantha Sellem
ART FOR ART’S SAKE Who is the typical buyer and visitor to the Fair? There isn’t an archetype individual, as such. Von Bartha, a gallery in London, reported meeting a number of high net worth and ultra high net worth individuals at the Fair and reported healthy sales including one of the most well-known paintings. Jewelry also performed well at TEFAF, with works by René Lalique proving exceptionally popular again for collectors. TEFAF Antiques is not only the largest section of the Fair, but regarded by many as its treasure house. Dr. Clare McAndrew, author of TEFAF Art Market Report, presented the report at a prior TEFAF Art Symposium themed Rising Stars of the Art World. The report, which examined the global art market with a focus on China, referred to a highly polarized market with the
heaviest buying and best performance concentrated at the high end of the market for the best-known artists. Early sales at TEFAF confirmed this trend with a number of important objects being sold at the Private View and on the first public day. Whatever the masterpiece, be it classical, an antiquity or a contemporary treasure, The European Fine Art Fair is the place to be to either start or add to a collection in grand style, ahead of the pack, and sometimes for a financial deal not expected. Really, it is the gathering spot for any collector these days. As Sir Mark Haukohl sums it up best, “By attending TEFAF, as well as the other fairs and biennales, I better my personal collecting eye. How does a collector improve their taste and the intellectual depth of their collection today? Get on the plane and go. Look, listen…and then look again.” s
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THE ART OF
Braniff's Calder airplane, 1970s
Braniff Texas promotional poster
FLYING
Not too long ago flying used to be glamorous, fun and exciting. What changed? The airline industry, popular culture and a myriad of other reasons. Join us as we romp with our social chronicler William Jack Sibley to ascend to where the Jet-Set really did live large.
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LY ME TO THE MOON For five years in the late 70’s and early 80’s I was employed as a “Spanish Speaker” steward for the coolest (then) airline in the world—Braniff International. Braniff was famous for inaugurating The End of the Plain Plane in its attention-getting revamped advertising campaign transformation designed by Madison Avenue
whiz kid, Mary Wells Lawrence, second wife of Braniff CEO, Harding Lawrence. We were nicknamed The Jelly Bean Airline because of the lime green, pumpkin orange, turquoise colors of the planes, the wild Emilio Pucci uniforms and the sassy-
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meet stylish service embodied in the “Braniff strip” where stewardesses changed their uniform several times during each flight. Andy Warhol appeared in the print and TV If You’ve Got It Flaunt It! ads for Braniff. Sonny Liston, Salvador Dali, Playboy centerfolds, and more all were showcased in the airline’s zippy, audacious marketing
Braniff Texas promotional poster
Braniff interior, early 1970s
Braniff employees worked their high-altitude derrières to a "fare thee well" in order to make it so. A quick primer from the glory days of air travel: Braniff served beer, wine and cocktails immediately after takeoff (craving a Pisco Sour at three in the afternoon? We’ve got it!) followed by a complete chicken dinner, in coach—from Oklahoma City to DFW—and, afterwards a gratis cappuccino made with real brandy to enjoy with your gratis mini-pack of cigarettes that came on every meal tray. And that kind of professional, exhaustive service happened countless times a day, every day, on a global scale from Amsterdam to Singapore, Buenos Aires to Montreal, Brownsville to Lubbock. When President Carter deregulated the airlines in 1978, the world changed overnight. Braniff’s route structure increased by 40% in one day—no other airline had ever grown so large, so fast. We even became larger than the legendary Pan Am. In fact,
campaign. In a first ever industry venture, Braniff hired world famous sculptor
we were the only American airline to fly the Concorde. With our bright orange 747
Alexander “Sandy” Calder to paint one of its DC8’s and named it, Flying Colors. It
“Fat Albert” Braniff established an industry world record, exceeding 30,500 flight
was a highly original, brassy organization in every way, shape and Crayola-colored
hours in just under six years. And as in all chimerical dreams—the bubble wasn’t to
airplane.
last. But first, the 1970s.
MILES HIGHER CLUB In 1977 Braniff bid adieu to the swinging 1960s and bon jour to the 1970s that inaugurated the cooler, more subdued beiges and taupes of New York designer Halston. Out went the minis, in came the just below the knee jersey wrap dresses, polyester pantsuits and Ultra- suede overcoats. Flight attendants might have earned subpar pay (stories were legendary in Dallas of flight attendants swathed in Halston cashing food stamps at the nearby Tom Thumb grocery store in Highland Park Village) but damn, we looked great. I sailed into Studio 54 two weeks after it opened because the doorman recognized my mid-calf, ultra-suede overcoat as Halston and apparently assumed I was somebody (everybody was somebody at 54 if you got past the club’s doorman Marc Benecke). It was a heady time to be working for the airline. I was in one of the last classes to graduate in the old Pucci uniforms. For the men it was a classic, double-breasted blazer with gold buttons and one gold band on the sleeve – identical to the pilot’s uniform, yet sans those extra “Captain” sleeve bands. (We also wore black “pilot caps” which I loathed because it made me look like some kid playing John Wayne in the film The High And The Mighty). For the women Pucci meant a fruit salad explosion of miniskirted color and retina-twisting motifs. With Halston, not only did the uniforms drastically evolve, the plane colors became darker, richer with chocolate, plum, malachite, cobalt taking the mile-high stage. The silverware, china and stemware changed. The seats became all leather, both in first and coach (Braniff led the way on this now common feature. Rumor was it was the only way the company could get payment from another popular Braniff destination, economically challenged Argentina, by enlisting its processed cow hides). Because I was satisfactorily fluent in Spanish (thanks to high school and college classes, two summers in Guatemala, a year studying in Puerto Rico) I got assigned as the Spanish Speaker on the round-trip flights to Mexico, as well as South American charters. Thus began my Acapulco residency; three days a week, every week, for three years at the beachside Princess Hotel (where Howard Hughes died the year before in the penthouse of the pyramid-shaped landmark). Acapulco then, unlike today’s crime cartel miasma, was a kind of pinnacle of tropical chic, understated elegance and beautiful people brio. Even today, it is still one of the most romantic, breathtaking bays in the world. A near perfect semi-circle of
transit documents and spray the entire length of the plane with insecticide before take-off. (Incredibly, no one ever once complained about being assaulted with Raid. Today there would be a dozen lawyers greeting your arrival stateside for attempted asphyxiation.) I got to greet everyone. Movie stars, TV personalities, politicians, dukes, earls, barons, marchesas, principessas, honeymooners, surfers, moms and dads on a spree, preachers, teachers, gamblers, hookers—you name it. Everyone off to see the sybaritic, glamorous, hedonistic—thoroughly non-Puritan—Acapulco. Vintage film star Dolores del Rio never ate a thing, carried a huge stack of the latest magazines and always wore orange pancake makeup (I was told by a Braniff agent that all the old Mexican film stars did this as it concealed wrinkles when photographers
the closer we got to landing. John Sebastian from The Lovin’ Spoonful sat all by himself in an almost empty First Class and told me he was meeting a producer that wanted to buy some of his songs. Sloan Simpson, a full time Acapulco resident, model, TV personality and the former wife of New York City Mayor William O’Dwyer, was on a number of Braniff flights and we became friends. She was known locally as “The First Lady of Acapulco” and if Sloan didn’t appear at your party, it never happened. I flew Tina Turner back to the US after a New Year’s Eve spectacular where she’d performed. Not sure who was suffering more on that flight, me or her. Also Grace Jones,
Farrah Fawcett, Joan Collins and Charles Grodin in Sunburn, 1979
Lynn Wyatt, Joan Collins…too many to remember them all. For a while there it was a Who’s Who of “somebodies” on each and every flight.
First Class cabin, Braniff, 1970s
For some reason the Italian dolce vita cognoscenti took a great liking to Acapulco then. Every beach bar, restaurant and hotel lobby was filled with good looking, gente meravigliosa (wonderful people), gesticulating wildly, laughing uproariously, smoking like belching stacks on the Andrea Doria and swaggering madly about as only fearless Italians ever seem to pull off with any success. The French weren’t far behind. On saw Baron de Redé Rothschild and his wife, Marie-Helene only in passing, their comings and goings apparently so exclusive no one was ever invited to accompany them. But I did meet a Comte (Earl) or a Vicomte (Viscount), not sure which, lounging by the pool at the Princess who told me he’d been awaken at dawn by a small earthquake, his first, and he ran excitedly to the window to see if the palm trees were falling on the golf course and broke his toe on a passing chair. Cauchemard! Quite an interesting guy. Sadly, the aptitude for lounging
edges of the bay magnificent villas perched high atop the rocky cliffs looking like
with a complete stranger and talking for hours about absolutely nothing in a perfectly
gigantic bird nests. Henry Kissinger, the Shah of Iran’s sister, Hollywood actress
serious way is an utterly lost art.
Merle Oberon in Mexico, 1960s Braniff and Pucci, 1971 Vintage Braniff VIP lounge
Rio, Lana Turner, Johnny Weissmuller, John Wayne, and more all had homes here
PARTY PLEASURES
or rented them during the 1970s.
On one flight coming down from Dallas I met a middle-aged gentleman from New York who was apparently somebody big in the fashion business. We had brief chats between my fellow flight attendant and me hauling the hors d'oeuvre cart, the salad
I always worked the First Class section of each flight, the Spanish Speaker being
cart, the Chateaubriand cart, and the dessert cart (avec billowing Creme de Menthe
the one to make announcements in both languages from the fore entry P.A., handle
vapor scenting the cabin from a large brandy snifter stuffed with dry ice.) By the time
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Braniff magazine ad, 1969
First Lady, Lady Bird Johnson always liked one margarita
coconuts, beer, cheap jewelry and sunglasses were dotted everywhere. On the far
SI, ESPAÑOL
Harding Lawrence and Mary Wells Lawrence, 1968
took black and white photos of them arriving at the airport.)
sandy beaches, Palapa bars, seaside cafes with barefoot beach vendors hawking fresh
Merle Oberon, the “World’s Best-Dressed Woman” Gloria Guinness, Dolores Del
Braniff flight crew class, 1970s
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Braniff airplane b Alexander Calder ad, 1976
Braniff ad for Mexico, 1960s
Braniff Mexico promotional poster, 1960s
Braniff's Pucci magazine ad, 1960s
Braniff Hostess College, 1960s
we got to the fruit and cheese cart it was obvious that practically everyone in First
“Arabic? You don’t look Arabic. You don’t look like Bill Holden either. What ar-r-re
Class was friends with Mr. Fashion Business. They were all having a big party for him
you wearing?” The shirt that launched a thousand accusations. Wish I still had it.
that night and would I be interested in attending? I thought about it for maybe three
In spite of the few stiff necks in attendance that evening, it was a classic Acapulco
seconds and said “Sure, I’d be delighted. Eight o’clock? See you then.”
party. Beautiful surroundings, beautiful people, beautiful night redolent with intrigue and adventure. Propriety takes a holiday. And then, as always, there was my 6:00am
Braniff ad for Mexico, 1960s
The taxi pulled up to a charming villa beneath the legendary Las Brisas Hotel, Ocho Caballos (Eight Horses), and sure enough there were eight terra cotta horses prancing
Halston and his Braniff flight attendant designs, 1970s
check-in.
along the top of the outer security wall. Not finding an entrance door I felt my way
THE LANDING STRIP
around the side wall till I stumbled onto a small wooden gate in the rear. Stepping
When I conjure up Acapulco glamour then versus today’s Kardashian-by-the-
inside, I was suddenly in the kitchen patio where a middle-aged woman sat on a stool
numbers. How? Why? Then, I still see Ali McGraw and husband, studio chief Bob
having her hair shampooed and set by a Mexican lady. Meet Pauline Trigère, French
Evans, strolling hand in hand out the front door of the mountaintop restaurant,
by birth, a renowned-in-her-day New York dress designer who inexplicably took an
Madeiras, followed by a trio of strolling guitarists trailing behind. I see the gorgeous
instant delight in slicing me into bite sized pieces.
Farrah Fawcett and the lucky Charles Grodin holding up airport traffic as they shoot
Braniff to Mexico ad, 1960s
a scene in front of the Acapulco airport terminal for their film that no one saw, “Who are you?”
Sunburn. Then—I’m walking through the lobby of what was once J. Paul Getty’s
“I’m a guest tonight. I guess I’m early.”
private estate, the Pierre Marques, and seeing the most heart-
“You can say that again.” I was wearing what I thought
stopping sunset of my life and thinking, “Remember this, you
was a cutting-edge party shirt that had Arabic writing on it
have to remember this.”
that I’d bought on the street in New York.
Braniff's Boeing 747First Class Upper Deck
She pointed to my shirt accusingly, “Do you know what
Sadly, Braniff folded in 1982—a result of growing too fast,
that means?”
spending too much and planning too little. Like Pan Am,
“No.”
Eastern, TWA, US Air, Trans Texas, Muse, Mexicana,
“I do. It’s disgusting. What’s your name?”
and so many more—these former giants of industry are as
“Bill”
vanquished now as the once shimmering, intoxicating heyday
“Bill? Like Bill Holden, Bill Buckley - what do you do,
of Acapulco.
Bill?” “I work for the airline.”
I’m reminded of a story my friend, San Antonio socialite
“Of course you do. Do you speak French?”
and long-time Acapulco habitué, Jeanette Longoria, used to
“No.” “Of course you don’t. Why are you here?”
tell. She’d occasionally be invited to dinner at actress Merle Pucci uniforms on Braniff, 1960s
“I was invited…”
Oberon’s grand villa, El Ghalal, and the guests would mill and drink and nibble endlessly, but no Merle would appear.
More drinking, more appetizers—and still no Merle. Finally, just as the guests were
Pauline Trigere dress, 1973
Ali MacGraw and Robert Evans, Acapulco, 1970s
Braniff ad, 1970s
Braniff Hostess College, 1960s
“Go swimming, you’re early!” The Mexican lady finished her styling and Madame
eyeing the front door a vision in a long gauzy Indian caftan would silently appear on
Trigère stood tugging at her bathrobe and shooting me eye daggers. “Never wear
the first landing of the stairs and pretend to be studying the floral arrangement there.
anything you don’t know what it means, comprendre?” She turned and hastened off
The gathering below would by now be spellbound by the stylized pantomime. Then
to some far end of the villa, hopefully to take a long, long nap.
suddenly, as if startled by a gust of wind, she’d turn with a shy smile and beam in delight at the gathering as if it were the happiest day in her life. Down the steps she’d
No such luck. After a blissful swim in the carved out of solid rock pool jutting into the
float, radiant, an entrance Cecil B. DeMille might’ve directed.
sea, the best margaritas ever, ceviche and tiny lobster hors d'oeuvres and chatting it up with some of the nicest, funniest, most fascinating people ever—guess who I was
And it never failed to wow. Make your entrance kid, seize the moment. Braniff,
seated next to?
Acapulco…then and now. It’s true—we’re only given so many days to bask in the sunshine before night, before expiration puts a date on whatever light that once
“It’s Bill Holden, yes? Eleanor, have you met Bill Holden…he speaks Arabic,”
burned so incandescent, so memorable in the past.
Pauline purred. On the other side of me sat another New York icon, fashion PR
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genius and creator of the International Best Dressed List, Eleanor Lambert. I wanted
“Acapulco, el problema no fue hallarte, el problema es olvidarte.” (Acapulco, the
to crawl under the table and ride away on a tiny camel.
problem wasn’t finding you, the problem is forgetting you.) s
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Baker Hotel event, 1937
Belmont Motor Hotel, 1940s
Adolphus Hotel lobby, 1920s
Statler Hilton, 1956
Statler Hilton lobby, 1956
Cabana, 1960s
Adolphus Hotel, 1920s. Courtesy of Texas History Handbook
Hilton Statler, 1950s
consulted Sam Childers’s The Historic Hotels of Dallas and Liz Carmack’s
Despite its exciting history the Ambassador became a retirement home
Historic Hotels of Texas: A Travelers Guide. Interestingly, the ascent of Texas
by the mid-1950s. The current owners plan to renovate the 114-year-
hotels correlated with the epic rise of the state itself.
old former hotel into residential micro lofts that will offer tiny house living in the city’s urban core as trendy affordable housing.
There is a renaissance happening in Dallas’ sleek hotel world these days. In a city that’s always offered its visitors the finer things in life that’s no surprise. But where did it all begin? Our ardent pop culture adventurer Lori Duran takes a look at how the city’s hotels earned their famed reputation for luxurious hospitality. hile brushing up about Dallas history recently I found out that a
wanted to look into a few of these legendary and historic hotels and
young Raquel Welch was once employed as a cocktail waitress
how they came into prominence.
at Dallas’ Cabaña Hotel. Who knew? Curious, I wanted to find out more about that hotel which hosted the Beatles and Led
Most of the hotels that opened before the 1930s were relatively small
Zeppelin during its short run, too. I’d also heard the humorous story
by today’s standards with few exceptions. Ones that opened between
about the Adolphus Hotel guest who went there with his grandmother
1930 and 1965 were larger and brought some mid-century glamour
to eat Baked Alaska. In the end, he loved it while grandmother
to Dallas. And the hotels that opened between 1965 and 1986 were
thought there should have been more bourbon in it. So, I
relatively large with a few exceptions. For this look into Dallas hotels I
Before 1930, Dallas acquired mostly small stylish hotels that shaped the
When the Adolphus Hotel opened in 1912 at 1321 Commerce Street
city to be a highly desirable destination for business and travelers. The
it was the grandest and the largest of the early hotels and for the
Oriental Hotel opened in the late 1800s with every conceivable and
next ten years, plus it was the tallest building in Texas. It was built by,
available luxury in its day and notable citizens of Dallas attended the
and named after, Adolphus Busch of Anheuser Busch. At the time
festive opening ceremony. It was the epitome of Victorian opulence.
Busch had a brewery in Dallas. The Adolphus was built to be a posh
The Oriental was the best hotel in town when President Theodore
downtown hotel in Dallas and by 1950 it had expanded to nearly 1,300
Roosevelt stayed there in 1905. Unfortunately it was torn down about
air-conditioned rooms. This beaux arts grand dame structure had an
thirty-one years after it opened. The Ambassador Hotel opened
impressive Mansard roof and Baroque details in bronze and granite.
near City Park in 1905 as the Majestic Hotel. The building was once
It’s restaurant, the French Room, matched the rest of the hotel’s
considered Dallas’ most luxurious residential property and was touted
lavishness with Rococo artistry and gold ornamental plaster along with
as the city’s “first suburban luxury hotel.” In 1907 it became the Park
crystal chandeliers. Luminaries stayed and performed at the Adolphus,
Hotel. Stories circulate that this hotel held a speakeasy in the basement
like Queen Elizabeth and Prince Philip who stayed there in 1991 and
during prohibition. In the late 1930s the brick and stone building
notable comedians like Bob Hope and Jack Benny honed their comedic
was given a covering of stucco and renamed the Ambassador Hotel.
talents there. Within its environ of a walnut paneled lobby, a marbled
Presidents, celebrities and members of the Dallas mafia stayed there.
grand staircase and a Louis XIV styled dining room, The Century
Dallas Hilton, 1930s
Peacock Terrace at the Baker Hotel Bob Hope, 1940s
Racquel Welch, 1960s
Baker Hotel Baker Hotel ballroom, 1930s
Most of the hotels that opened before the 1930s were relatively small by today’s standards with few exceptions. Ones that opened between 1930 and 1965 were larger and brought some mid-century glamour to Dallas.
Hotel Mayfair, 1930s
Poolside at the Stoneliegh Hotel, 1950s
The Stoneleigh Hotel, 1930s
Hotel Jefferson/Hotel Dallas
Room was once the place for dancing and being entertained by the likes
The Stoneleigh Court Hotel opened in 1923 and with a 7500 square
Dallas including a hotel close to Southern Methodist University in the
hotel where Tina Turner left Ike Turner as he slept in their hotel room.
of Glenn Miller and his orchestra. When the hotel was remodeled in the
foot penthouse it was once described as the finest apartment hotel in the
1960s which included a Trader Vic’s Polynesian restaurant. Today that
But all good things come to an end. In 1988, the Statler became the
1980s, much of the hotel’s grandeur was restored, yet it greatly reduced
south. The penthouse was well known for its English manor décor as
site is now the boutique Hotel Palomar. After Hilton relinquished his
Dallas Grand Hotel and then it closed completely in 2001. It reopened in
the number of rooms in the process. In 2005, the Adolphus renovated
well as the extensive art, sculpture and antique collections. Past guests
lease on its original Dallas hotel in 1938 it changed hands and names a
2017 as the Statler Hotel and Residences. Then there was the Sheraton
its 422 remaining guest rooms and suites and today it continues to
of the Stoneleigh included Elvis Presley, Judy Garland, Oliver Stone
few times and currently houses the Hotel Indigo.
Hotel was built in 1959 and boasted “Texas-sized” rooms. As the key
operate as Dallas’ prestigious downtown hotel. The French Room has also just recently reopened after an extended renovation.
Competing nearby was the Baker Hotel, which opened in 1925 on the same spot where the Oriental Hotel had been torn down the previous year, at the southeastern corner of Commerce and Akard streets. It was known for its Peacock Terrace and Crystal Ballroom. In the early
and Britney Spears. Nearby, The Melrose Hotel was built in 1924,
focal point of the landmark Southland Center the Sheraton attracted
on farmland originally owned by the Civil War veteran, Confederate
Jayne Mansfield and Johnny Weissmuller among the celebrities that attended the opening gala.
Col. George Mellersh. It was designed in the Sullivan-esque Chicago
The years between the Depression and 1965 produced several stylish
style. Now known as the Warwick Melrose - Dallas and continues to
hotels in Dallas that added mid-century glitz and rock ’n roll royalty
serve graciously in the Oak Lawn neighborhood.
to the Dallas hospitality field. The ultra-modern 1000-room Statler
The Fairmount opened in 1969 and its stunning and legendary Venetian
Hilton Dallas opened in 1956 amid great excitement. Located at
Room showcased top entertainment that was rarely seen outside of
The Hilton Hotel was built in 1925 by Conrad Hilton. This was his
1914 Commerce Street it boasted having the first heliport in Dallas.
New York or Las Vegas. In 1970, Jill Kohnert Nicholson recalls seeing
first hotel to bear the "Hilton" name and was built by Conrad Hilton
At that time it was the largest hotels in the Southwest, and the Statler
Diana Ross & the Supremes at one of their last performances before
himself to be a prominent high-rise hotel, located at the corner of Main
attracted conventions to Dallas. Conrad Hilton acquired controlling
Diana Ross would start her solo career. Nicholson reflects, “Diana Ross
years, before air-conditioning, the main dining room closed during the
Street and S. Harwood Street in downtown Dallas. The Hilton had two
interest in Statler Hotels, so the name of the hotel reflected this bond.
was beautiful and a supremely confident singer and entertainer. Her
summer and the rooftop Peacock was used for meal service. At the end
large towers in a horseshoe design with a connecting bridge. Hilton’s
This hotel had many innovations geared towards trade shows. It had
group of three harmonized beautifully together and almost every song
of World War II people celebrated enthusiastically and some revelers in
personal and family life was certainly star-crossed. He was married, at
flexible and large ballrooms, exhibitors panels with hidden electrical
they sang was at the top of the charts. I remember that I dressed in a
Dallas got carried away ripping up pillows at the Baker and Adolphus
one time, to Zsa Zsa Gabor and one of his sons later married Elizabeth
outlets, hoists for lifting automobiles into the ballroom and more.
formal for the intimate concert and the hotel was very opulent. In fact,
hotels rooms and dumping the feathers out the windows and into the
Taylor. Hilton developed his own chain of international hotels and
The opening ceremony brought in celebrities like Ann Miller, Hedda
the Venetian Room was intimate, and golden in color, and it was like
street below. It closed in 1979 and the building was imploded in 1980.
resorts over the following years and the Hilton Hotels expanded in
Hopper, Dorothy Malone and George Gobel. Interestingly, this is the
having a concert in one's living room—very special and memorable.”
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Venetian Room At The Fairmont Hotel, 1970
Sheraton-Dallas, 1959
Empire Room, Hotel Statler, 1950s
Statler Hilton Helipad, 1970s
Cabana Hotel interior, 1960s
Most of the hotels that opened before the 1930s were relatively small by today’s standards with few exceptions. Ones that opened between 1930 and 1965 were larger and brought some mid-century glamour to Dallas.
Cabana Hotel
Statler Hilton, 2019
Century Room at Hotel Adolphus, 1950s
The Mansion at Turtle Creek
The chic venue also booked other top talent over the years including
with well-known people. Jimi Hendrix, Led Zeppelin and Jimmy Hoffa
thoroughfares. The adjacent Reunion Tower with its rotating Antares
was awarded a five-star rating by Mobil Travel Guide and lives
Lou Rawls, Patti Page, Carol Channing, Bobby Short, Peggy Lee, Tina
also stayed there. Doris Day’s money was invested in the Cabaña by
restaurant became a new destination. Plus, the tower helped transform
up to its reputation. The Rosewood Crescent Hotel opened in Dallas
Turner, Johnny Mathis, Tony Bennett and more.
her then husband Marty Melcher. The Dallas locale was the third for
the Dallas downtown skyline in the 1980s.
in late 1986 with a gala event that many still recall. The property is part
the investors of the Cabaña hotels, with the other two in Atlanta and
of a complex that includes a postmodern office, hotel, and retail space
The Cabaña Hotel opened in 1963 on Stemmons Freeway and it
Palo Alto. With 300 rooms, 57 of those were suites, it was fabulous
Loew’s Anatole Hotel opened, as a major convention and meeting hotel
in Uptown Dallas. Originally owned by Dallas oil heiress Caroline Rose
instantly acquired an allure since the Beatles stayed during their first
for a while, but by the end of the 1960s it was in financial and legal
in 1979. It’s in the Market Center district at 2201 Stemmons Freeway
Hunt, the 10-acre complex retail space includes upscale shops such
American tour in 1964. It was stylish with some unusual décor. The
distress. Day’s husband had died and left her deeply in debt. It was
just north of the downtown and features 1,606 guest rooms, one of the
as Stanley Korshak and a myriad of restaurants. The hotel was the
sold in 1969 to Hyatt House and was renamed Hyatt House Hotel. It
largest hotels in the South. Described as being part hotel and part art
last large hotel opened in Dallas just before the economic downturn in
while the lobby was designed with two-story glass walls connected to a
changed hands again just six years later and it became Dupont Plaza.
museum, it displays over a thousand priceless art objects. The addition
porte-cochère with an arched roof. The spacious lobby had gold and
In 1984, the Cabaña was purchased and re-purposed by Dallas County,
white accents and a grand sweeping staircase. The interior was lavish
into a minimum-security prison that operated until 2013. In 2017 it was
and colorful with a Roman style offered a sunken circular conversation
sold to a developer who will revitalize it’s former glamour for a modern
area carpeted in aqua with a crystal chandelier hanging above. Artwork
audience to enjoy upon completion. Since the mid-1960s, Dallas has
included replicas of Michelangelo’s David, Bacchus, and Venus De
added some large hotels whose scope and size have forever changed the
Milo. The large hotel rooms had mirrored walls and gold-accented
convention business and Dallas has emerged as a major player amongst
furniture.
large cities.
exterior had a latticework pattern of delicate concrete X-shape blocks
to host a national political convention in 1984 with Ronald Reagan’s campaign headquarters at the Anatole. The Anatole also hosts the annual Crystal Charity Ball, one of the largest charitable events in the country. Today, the Anatole still operates as the Hilton Anatole Hotel. In 1981, The Mansion on Turtle Creek opened after Caroline Rose Hunt founded the Rosewood Property Co. in 1979 and purchased a private mansion near Turtle Creek. The Italian-Renaissance styled
The Cabaña had a flashy lounge with young attractive cocktail waitresses wearing short toga dresses. Raquel Welch worked there as
In 1978, Hyatt Regency Reunion re-energized the hotel business with
a cocktail waitress for a time in 1963. And it had other connections
its location near the Trinity River, the convention center and major
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of the Anatole and Hyatt Reunion hotels made it attractive for Dallas
mansion was turned into a stylish hotel. While not as massive as some hotels, it was unique. The former estate’s fur and silver vault were reconfigured as a wine cellar. And the Mansion on Turtle Creek
the late 1980s. At first it struggled to attract enough customers in the depressed economy. But it has succeeded and has set the standards of quality as a beautiful centerpiece of Dallas’s re-vitalized Uptown area. In recent years, the luxurious hotel has been renovated and changed ownership and is now known as Hotel Crescent Court and with its recent renovation is still a stunner. Today, hotels like The Joule, the Lumen, the Saint-Germain, the Ritz Carlton, the Canvas, the Belmont. the ZaZa, the NYLO Dallas Southside and others all compete for the trendy upscale tourist dollars. With so many choices, why not try them all on future visits as you travel to your next home away from home? s
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THE SETTING: The Blanton Museum of Art in Austin was the recent setting of their 2019 biennial gala. Over 250 of the top patrons of the arts throughout Texas were on hand for an evening of fun that also announced a major donation that will further transform one of Austin’s most venerable cultural institutions into an international arts destination. THE STYLE: The festivities began in the foyer of the Blanton Museum for cocktails. While some mingled over cocktail chatter, others headed to see a sneak peek of the Blanton’s latest exhibit Words/Matter: Latin American Art and Language at the Blanton. After cocktails the partygoers headed to a tent erected on the Blanton Courtyard for the main program. As guests dined on a multi-course meal courtesy of Chef Elmer Prambs of the Four Seasons, they heard words from top supporters of the Blanton, which included Austin Mayor Steve Adler. The best was saved for last as the Moody Foundation announced a $20 million gift to transform and reimagine the Blanton grounds bringing the crowd to their feet and capping off a spectacular evening that those fortunate enough to attend will always remember.
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THE PURPOSE: The gala, hosted by Gregory Fenves, Simone Wicha and Janet Allen raised almost $800,000 for the Blanton Museum of Art beyond the Moody Foundation gift. Proceeds from the 2019 gala will go toward providing essential funding to the museum’s programs. s
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american dreams McNay Art Museum Celebrates 65th Anniversary With Gala By Shannon Turner | Photography by Greg Harrison
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THE SETTING: The galleries of San Antonio's McNay Art Museum came alive with mid-century magnificence recently as 350 guests mixed and mingled among creations by the masters in celebration of the 65th anniversary of one of the city’s most beloved locales. Cloaked in cocktail party attire reminiscent of the midcentury’s golden age of entertaining, patrons had the good fortune of dining and dancing in the very presence of the artwork brought to life on the walls of the museum itself. This year’s gala marked the first time in McNay’s history that this many masterful creations were part of the evening’s annual celebration. THE STYLE: The mood for the evening was set even before a single bit of traditional gala décor was in place. Boldly pairing striking examples of American fine art and design, ten classic cars from the 50s and 60s were displayed as modern sculpture and teamed with important paintings from the same era. American Dreams is the first major exhibition in history to utilize these two art forms in stunning celebration of design and detail of days gone by.
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Guests danced late into the night, among these modern-day masterpieces, to the music of The Temptations Revue featuring Nate Evans. Following in the footsteps of the hosts and hostesses of long ago, the night was one to remember along with the efforts to raise substantial support for the future of San Antonio’s elegant grande dame of the art world.
THE PURPOSE: The gala was chaired by Suzanne and Rick Cavender and Lou Celia and Don Frost. The organization’s annual gala serves to support the McNay enabling the museum to continue its mission of engaging a diverse community in the discovery and enjoyment of the visual arts. s Continued... Eric Foultz and Craig Boyan
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THE SETTING: Approximately 650 guests, who arrived on the red carpet at the stunning Post Oak Hotel for the 22nd Annual Houston Children’s Charity Gala, received a red rose and enjoyed the energetic evening. Dave Ward and Gina Gaston opened and emceed the event that honored one of Houston’s most philanthropic duos, Jana and Richard Fant, for their continued generosity, compassion and devotion to support children in need. Then, guests enjoyed a five-star meal, a fabulous filet mignon dinner and heart shape chocolate mousse desert topped with fresh raspberries created by the hotel’s Executive Chef Jean Luc Royere. A signature libation was also created specifically for the evening that kicked off the night’s purpose of fundraising for Houston’s special children. THE STYLE: Following dinner, guests participated in exciting live and big board auctions. Sought-after items included a trip to the home plant of the BMW Group in Munich, Germany to pick out your 2019 all new M850i xDrive Coupe; Jeff Hanson Art, a dinner with Jeff Bagwell and Alex Bregman, a Scotch adventure in Scotland, and a road trip with the Rockets. The highlight of the night was a live performance by the legendary rock band, Styx and the dance floor mania completed the evening.
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THE PURPOSE: An astounding $1.9 million dollars was raised for Greater Houston’s underprivileged, abused and disabled children who have been otherwise left behind. CEO, President & Executive Director of Houston Children’s Charity Laura Ward officiated the live auction, which was a smashing success as her enthusiasm for helping Houston’s underprivileged children is contagious. BMW of West Houston and Momentum BMW Southwest returned as the event’s title sponsors for an unprecedented 11 years of the event. s Richard and Jana Fant
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