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The Carolina Herrera spring 2020 collection includes shades of yellow — from a dotted party dress to floral looks. (Photo courtesy of Carolina Herrera)

New York’s Super Garden Transforms Into Fashion Wonderland Thanks to Wonder Boy Designer

Carolina Herrera Gets Even Bolder With Wes Gordon

BY Clifford Pugh // 10.09.19

Anna Sui wisteria puff jacquard dress. (Photo by Thomas Lau courtesy of Anna Sui Design Studio)

Anna Sui Finally Gets Her Due With New Museum Exhibit, Pop Culture Moment

Detroit Native Still Embraces the Youth Culture at Age 67

BY Clifford Pugh // 10.08.19

Maison Common designer Rieke Common came up with a "Life is a Jungle" theme for her spring 2020 collection. Pictured here, a monkey intarsia short sleeve pullover and jungle print tulle overlay skirt. (Photo courtesy of Maison Common)

Fashion Designer Rieke Common Embraces Jungle Prints, Decries Self Serious Fashion

Life is a Jungle — Why Not Wear It?

BY Clifford Pugh // 10.07.19

The Carolina Herrera spring 2020 collection includes shades of yellow — from a dotted party dress to floral looks. (Photo courtesy of Carolina Herrera)

New York’s Super Garden Transforms Into Fashion Wonderland Thanks to Wonder Boy Designer

Carolina Herrera Gets Even Bolder With Wes Gordon

BY Clifford Pugh // 10.09.19

Anna Sui wisteria puff jacquard dress. (Photo by Thomas Lau courtesy of Anna Sui Design Studio)

Anna Sui Finally Gets Her Due With New Museum Exhibit, Pop Culture Moment

Detroit Native Still Embraces the Youth Culture at Age 67

BY Clifford Pugh // 10.08.19

Maison Common designer Rieke Common came up with a "Life is a Jungle" theme for her spring 2020 collection. Pictured here, a monkey intarsia short sleeve pullover and jungle print tulle overlay skirt. (Photo courtesy of Maison Common)

Fashion Designer Rieke Common Embraces Jungle Prints, Decries Self Serious Fashion

Life is a Jungle — Why Not Wear It?

BY Clifford Pugh // 10.07.19

Cindy Lewis began working at Lewis Jewelers in college before joining the business full time with her husband in 1999.

This Jewelry Queen Delights in Giving Back, Finds Inspiration in Dreamers and Loves Houston’s Tex-Mex Icons

Getting to Know Cindy Lewis

BY Promoted Series Correspondent // 08.09.19

President and CEO of Bering's, Augie Bering, V

Houston’s Most Iconic Family Business Withstands a Fire, Continues to Innovate Today Behind CEO With a Familiar Name

Getting to Know Augie Bering V

BY Promoted Series Correspondent // 06.24.19

Holly Madden is shaking up the Houston Real Estate Scene.

Houston Real Estate Star Believes in The Heights’ Staying Power, Old Neighborhoods’ Rebirth and Getting Involved in Schools

Getting to Know Holley Madden

BY Promoted Series Correspondent // 05.19.19

The Joule features mosaics salvaged by owner and billionaire Tim Headington.

Win a VIP Package to Texas Design Week Dallas — Insider Access, Stay at Joule, Gift Cards in Play

A Design Lover's Dream

BY Virginia Reynolds // 09.20.19

In Tom Scheerer’s NYC home in a Miesian-style highrise, the living room sofa is from CB2; 1970s Luciano Morti gouaches. (Photo by Francesco Lagnese)

Tom Scheerer to Appear in Dallas at Texas Design Week

PaperCity Chats With the AD100 Designer About Objets Trouves, Small Spaces and Traveling Musts

BY Anne Lee Phillips // 09.08.19

Jenny Packham meadow green sequin embellished mini dress. (Photo courtesy of Jenny Packham)

Royal Fave Jenny Packham Looks to a Scandalous Princess in New Collection, Houston Visit

Napoleon's Racy Reputation Sister Gets Her Due

BY Clifford Pugh // 10.12.19

The new Brahmin boutique offers jewelry and Swarovski embossed clutches only available in store and online.

Luxury Handbag Mecca’s New CityCentre Store is a Love Letter to Houston

Brahmin Embraces the Houston Woman, Offers Exclusive Perks

BY Heather Staible // 10.07.19

Peck was inspired by Barrie Kosky’s imaginative production and breathtaking design for his Saul bag.

Opera in the Bag — Fashion Designer David Peck and Houston Grand Opera Team Up to Create Special Purses

When Arts Inspire Fashion

BY Heather Staible // 09.27.19

Avant Garden promises exquisite arrangements and immersive experiences.

River Oaks District Unveils Buzzy New Stores With Striking Design — and Plenty of Chic Power

Avant Garden at River Oaks and Veronica Beard are Here

BY Promoted Series Correspondent // 09.17.19

Skywaves is a stunning celebration of the Apollo 11 moon landing.

To the Shopping Moon and Back — River Oaks District Celebrates the Apollo 11 Anniversary With Stunning Installation

Skywaves is Unlike Anything You've Quite Seen Before

BY Promoted Series Correspondent // 07.31.19

Their raw bar is a sight to behold.

Houston’s Luxury District Unveils High-Profile New Restaurant Additions

River Oaks District's Lineup Is More Impressive Than Ever

BY Promoted Series Correspondent // 05.29.19

Winning Entry: Residential Interior Design Under 3,500 Square Feet, Marie Flanigan Interiors

2019 PaperCity Design Awards — And the Winners Are…

BY Anne Lee Phillips // 03.25.19

Custom Gracie wallpaper panels painted with green trellising over silver paper create the feeling of a mirrored, latticed room.

Bunny Williams Makes Houston the First Stop on Her New Book Tour, at Design In Bloom with Texas Design Week

From the Splendors of a Connecticut Retreat to a Harbour Island Hotel

BY Rebecca Sherman // 03.22.19

Fifth Avenue living room, NYC.

Celebrated Designer Jean-Louis Deniot Heads to Houston for Texas Design Week

The High-Flying, Risk-Taking French Designer Shares His Thoughts

BY Rebecca Sherman // 03.22.19

Kimora Lee Simmons and Cesar Galindo pose for a photo in the workroom of the Kimora Lee Simmons studio in New York. (Photo by Clifford Pugh)

Model Turned Fashion Designer Gets Help From an Old School Houston Diva

Two Divas Trump All

BY Clifford Pugh // 03.19.19

Michael Kors closed his runway show with a performance by Barry Manilow, flanked by models Fran Summers and Bella Hadid. (Photo by JP Yim/Getty Images for Michael Kors)

Top Fashion Designers Bring Back the Debauchery of Studio 54

Disco Inferno Attracts Halstonettes, Barry Manilow

BY Clifford Pugh // 03.14.19

Prabal Gurung embroidered intarsia Ikat ostrich feather jacket|, printed Ikat silk cady and chiffon dress. (Photo by Prabal Gurung)

Major Designers Break All the Fashion Rules, Note That No One Needs to Tell Women How to Dress in 2019

Prabal Gurung, Kate Spade, Anna Sui All Shun the Old Ways in Favor of Bright Ideas

BY Clifford Pugh // 03.12.19

Kimora Lee Simmons and Cesar Galindo pose for a photo in the workroom of the Kimora Lee Simmons studio in New York. (Photo by Clifford Pugh)

Model Turned Fashion Designer Gets Help From an Old School Houston Diva

Two Divas Trump All

BY Clifford Pugh // 03.19.19

Michael Kors closed his runway show with a performance by Barry Manilow, flanked by models Fran Summers and Bella Hadid. (Photo by JP Yim/Getty Images for Michael Kors)

Top Fashion Designers Bring Back the Debauchery of Studio 54

Disco Inferno Attracts Halstonettes, Barry Manilow

BY Clifford Pugh // 03.14.19

Prabal Gurung embroidered intarsia Ikat ostrich feather jacket|, printed Ikat silk cady and chiffon dress. (Photo by Prabal Gurung)

Major Designers Break All the Fashion Rules, Note That No One Needs to Tell Women How to Dress in 2019

Prabal Gurung, Kate Spade, Anna Sui All Shun the Old Ways in Favor of Bright Ideas

BY Clifford Pugh // 03.12.19

The Ultimate Ocean Retreat Puts Palm Beach’s Best Events in Play — Sand, Surf, Polo, the Kentucky Derby and More

With Eau Palm Beach Resort, a Remarkable Location Guarantees the Wonder

BY Promoted Series Correspondent // 04.01.19

Eau Palm Beach Resort & Spa promises a sophisticated Spring Break like no other.

The Most Luxurious Spring Break Ever — and a Sweet Deal Gives You Even More Paradise

Sunshine, Special Events, Private Beaches and Stunning Boats are All Part of the Eau Difference

BY Promoted Series Correspondent // 03.01.19

Eau Palm Beach Resort & Spa offers an endless array of exciting events.

An Ocean Resort Wonderland Where the Activities Rule

Whether it's Romance, Spring Training or Polo, Eau Palm Beach Has It All — and More

BY Promoted Series Correspondent // 02.01.19

Beaded opals are arranged in a circular pattern in these earrings, framed by diamonds in 18K rose gold. (25.99 ctw. opal and 2.59 ctw. diamonds, $31,200)

The Amazing 35 Year Journey of Texas’ Jewelry Pioneers — and New Wonders of Today

History, Royal Ties, Powerful Partnerships and One Designing Woman Mark de Boulle’s Rise

BY Promoted Series Correspondent // 12.14.18

Signataire Ring with de Boulle Hallmark in diamonds in 18K yellow gold, $7,500.

Not Just Another Jewelry Store, Not Just Another Present

The Special Gems and Masterpieces of de Boulle — 15 Pieces to Swoon Over

BY Promoted Series Correspondent // 12.07.18

tenenbaum gift guide emeralds

12 Gifts That Wow — The Perfect Present is Rare as a Unicorn, But This Jeweler Gives You an Edge

The Most Breathtaking Picks From Tenenbaum

BY Promoted Series Correspondent // 12.17.18

Tenenbaum bracelets holiday gifts

The Italian Job — Tenenbaum’s New Offerings Making Gift Giving Stunningly Timeless

13 Dazzlers That Will Make Her Jaw Drop

BY Promoted Series Correspondent // 12.10.18

Tenenbaum boasts a number of stunning gifts for under $5000.

12 Sparkling Gifts Under $5,000 That Will Wow

The Ultimate Holiday Jewelry Buying Guide

BY Promoted Series Correspondent // 11.23.18

Roka Akor's Dynamite Scallop Maki is dynamite Christmas option.

Restaurants Open on Christmas and Christmas Eve in Houston

33 Top Picks for Eating Out on the Holidays

BY Annie Gallay // 12.22.18

Briar Ridge Kappa Holiday tour

River Oaks and Tanglewood’s Most Beautifully Decorated Holiday Homes

A Tradition That Dates Back to 1941 is Updated With Fresh New Looks

BY Shelby Hodge // 12.20.18

Dolce and Gabbana Crystal Embellished Pump

Extravagant Gifts for Extravagant People

15 Presents for the Chicest Person in Your Life

BY Georgie Ferrell // 12.20.18

Marilyn Monroe gives her mom, Jayne Edison, a kiss under Hunt Slonem's "Bunnies" while Antonio Banderas looks on. Slonem's "Bunnies" are for good luck, Edison says. Edison sits in a Kimball Itsa chair.

This Designing Woman CEO is Changing the Houston Skyline From the Inside

Jayne Edison Makes Office Furniture Big

BY Promoted Series Correspondent // 10.08.18

NEW YORK, NY - SEPTEMBER 12: A model walks the runway during the Michael Kors Collection Spring 2019 Runway Show at Pier 17 on September 12, 2018 in New York City. (Photo by JP Yim/Getty Images for Michael Kors)

Fashion Xanax Makes Michael Kors a Very Chill Mogul

How a Tycoon Turned Fashion Week Into a Night at the Beach

BY Clifford Pugh // 10.22.18

Rihanna celebrates backstage after her Savage X Fenty collection is unveiled at New York Fashion Week.

Rihanna Sticks Up to NFL on National Anthem Debate, Thrills With Savage Lingerie

This Mega Star Shakes Up Fashion Week With Sheer Style

BY Clifford Pugh // 10.19.18

Photo by Kevin Tachman @kevintachman
Photo by Kevin Tachman @kevintachman

Lady Gaga’s Oscar Run is Sure to Get a Marc Jacobs Boost After His Cupcake Couture Fun

Getting Mischievous at Fashion Week

BY Clifford Pugh // 10.18.18

NEW YORK, NY - SEPTEMBER 12: A model walks the runway during the Michael Kors Collection Spring 2019 Runway Show at Pier 17 on September 12, 2018 in New York City. (Photo by JP Yim/Getty Images for Michael Kors)

Fashion Xanax Makes Michael Kors a Very Chill Mogul

How a Tycoon Turned Fashion Week Into a Night at the Beach

BY Clifford Pugh // 10.22.18

Rihanna celebrates backstage after her Savage X Fenty collection is unveiled at New York Fashion Week.

Rihanna Sticks Up to NFL on National Anthem Debate, Thrills With Savage Lingerie

This Mega Star Shakes Up Fashion Week With Sheer Style

BY Clifford Pugh // 10.19.18

Photo by Kevin Tachman @kevintachman
Photo by Kevin Tachman @kevintachman

Lady Gaga’s Oscar Run is Sure to Get a Marc Jacobs Boost After His Cupcake Couture Fun

Getting Mischievous at Fashion Week

BY Clifford Pugh // 10.18.18

New York FASHION WEEK FEBRUARY 2018

The Fashion Week of Little Skin Shows That Sexual Imagery Doesn’t Fit in This #MeToo Moment

Marc Jacobs Closes the Show With a Covered-Up 1980s Blast

BY Clifford Pugh // 03.19.18

Michael Kors fall 2018 collection at New York Fashion Week.

The Happiest Fashion Designer in the World Keeps It Upbeat in New York

Michael Kors Unveils a Staggering Number of New Looks

BY Clifford Pugh // 03.16.18

NEW YORK, NY - FEBRUARY 08: A model walks the runway for Tadashi Shoji during New York Fashion Week: The Shows at Gallery I at Spring Studios on February 8, 2018 in New York City. (Photo by Frazer Harrison/Getty Images for Tadashi Shoji)

#MeToo Ally Creates Clothes for Women Who Are Done With Being Harassed

Whether It’s Sexy or Serious, These Power Players Dress However They Want — and Fight Back

BY Clifford Pugh // 03.15.18

New York FASHION WEEK FEBRUARY 2018

The Fashion Week of Little Skin Shows That Sexual Imagery Doesn’t Fit in This #MeToo Moment

Marc Jacobs Closes the Show With a Covered-Up 1980s Blast

BY Clifford Pugh // 03.19.18

Michael Kors fall 2018 collection at New York Fashion Week.

The Happiest Fashion Designer in the World Keeps It Upbeat in New York

Michael Kors Unveils a Staggering Number of New Looks

BY Clifford Pugh // 03.16.18

NEW YORK, NY - FEBRUARY 08: A model walks the runway for Tadashi Shoji during New York Fashion Week: The Shows at Gallery I at Spring Studios on February 8, 2018 in New York City. (Photo by Frazer Harrison/Getty Images for Tadashi Shoji)

#MeToo Ally Creates Clothes for Women Who Are Done With Being Harassed

Whether It’s Sexy or Serious, These Power Players Dress However They Want — and Fight Back

BY Clifford Pugh // 03.15.18

Araya Chocolates are beautifully packaged and ready for gift-giving.

Houston’s Holiday Dining Wonderland

Restaurants, Sushi, Coffee and Sweet Treats, Oh My — the Uptown Park Escape

BY Promoted Series Correspondent // 12.19.17

Bill Walker Clothier in Uptown Park is home to sophisticated suiting with a modern touch.

Go Beyond the Mall at Houston’s Own Elegant Shopping Destination

Great Holiday Gift Ideas at Uptown Park

BY Promoted Series Correspondent // 12.07.17

Gifts Guaranteed to Wow

15 Presents for the Most Important Person in Your Life

BY Promoted Series Correspondent // 12.18.17

The Most Stunning Jewels of the Season

14 Gifts Guaranteed to Get a Great Reaction — These are the Memory Makers

BY Promoted Series Correspondent // 12.14.17

The Ultimate Holiday Jewelry Buying Guide

15 Sparkling Gifts Under $3,000 That Will Wow

BY Promoted Series Correspondent // 12.04.17

Alley Theatre holiday party

Landmark River Oaks Home Provides an Escape for Hurricane Devastated Theater Company

A Spectacular Brunch Always Helps

BY Shelby Hodge // 12.27.17

Houston Symphony Magical Musical Morning

Houston’s Most Magical Brunch

This Musical Affair Makes for an Enchanted Holiday

BY Shelby Hodge // 12.23.17

10 Dreamy Gifts for a One of a Kind Woman

The Best Presents for a True Romantic

BY Natalie Gempel // 12.23.17

Kim Hext (Photo by Ana Hop)

Dallas Opera’s Mega Supporter Looks to Laura Bush as a Role Model, Loves the City’s Giving Spirit and Can’t Wait for First Sight

How Kim Hext Makes a Difference

BY Caroline Lidl // 10.01.19

Lisa Shirley

Dallas Cancer Crusader Learned the Joy of Giving Back From Her Grandmother

Lisa Shirley is Still Wowed by the Power of the Cattle Baron's Ball

BY Caroline Lidl

Jessica Nowitzki (Photo by Ana Hop)

Jessica Nowitzki Helped Relocate 10 Families After Hurricane Harvey, Makes Sure Giving is Part of Her Famous Family

The Woman Who Drives the Dirk Nowitzki Foundation

BY Caroline Lidl // 08.09.19

Hive makes having a smart home a no-sweat proposition.

Which Smart Home is Best for You

How a Hive Plan Makes the Choice and Intelligent Tech Simple

BY Promoted Series Correspondent // 10.14.17

The Techie Guy knows what really works in your home — and what doesn't. Hive passed his test with flying colors.

A Smart Home for Everyday People

This Tech Blogger Loves How Hive Makes Things Simpler for Even Tech Phobes

BY Promoted Series Correspondent // 08.17.17

Having a smart home shouldn't test your patience. It's supposed to make your life easier.

Smart Homes Made Easy

A No Stress Guide to Setting Up Your Own High-Tech Retreat

BY Promoted Series Correspondent // 08.07.17

Liron loves how Hive puts everything for your smart home in one place. It's all on your phone.

Which Smart Home is Right for You

How a Hive Plan Makes the Choice and Intelligent Tech Easy

BY Promoted Series Correspondent // 10.14.17

With Hive, you can control your smart home from your smartphone.

How to Turn Your Home Into a Smart Home the Easy Way

High-Tech Finally Meets No-Sweat Convenience

BY Promoted Series Correspondent // 07.25.17

This Houston dad knows that embracing technology can give you more time to spend with your loved ones. (Photo by Daddy Style Diaries.)

A Real Dad’s Smart Home Life

How Hive’s Tech Makes Things Simpler

BY Promoted Series Correspondent // 07.07.17

Uber Elevate has decided on Frisco Station to begin testing in 2020. (Courtesy of Uber)

Uber’s New Flying Taxis to Take Off in North Texas

Welcome to the Land of the Future

BY Megan Ziots // 09.20.19

Dallas-based Neighborhood Goods is expanding to Austin. Courtesy of AZIONE PR

Dallas-Based Department Store Disruptor Moves Into Austin and New York

Neighborhood Goods is on a Roll — and Music Lane is Next

BY Megan Ziots // 09.11.19

Hōru Sushi opens at Legacy Hall this September. (Photo by Legacy Hall)

New Sushi Restaurant Gives Much Discussed North Texas Food Hall a Serious Sashimi Boost

Flying Fresh Fish in From Japan, Hōru Sushi Should be a Major Draw for Legacy Hall

BY Megan Ziots // 08.22.19

Do you need to skip that emotional funeral? There are ways to do it without looking like a jerk.

How to Skip a Funeral Without Looking Like a Jerk

5 Ways to Show You Care When You Can’t Be There

BY Tripp Carter // 11.30.17

A memorial service should be treated with respect.

Memorial Service Etiquette

Don’t Commit a Faux Pas That Offends — Life Celebration Dos and Don’ts

BY Tripp Carter // 10.28.17

Paying your final respects to your loved one need not dissolve into a bad movie scene.

Keeping the Peace in a Feuding Family While Planning a Funeral

Complex Relationships Needn’t Stop You From Honoring a Loved One

BY Tripp Carter // 09.25.17

Acres of holiday gifts and decorations await visitors to the Houston Ballet Nutcracker Market.

Your Sneak Peek Guide to Houston’s Nutcracker Market

The Holiday Shopping Event of the Year is Here

BY Shelby Hodge // 11.08.17

The Craziest Halloween Decor in Houston and the Vixens Who Made It Happen

Plus Scary Drinks and Wicked Restaurant Menus

BY Shelby Hodge // 10.31.17

Milton Townsend & Jackson Hicks at their partying best

10 Party Commandments From Houston’s Retiring Prince of Parties

The Man Who’s Entertained European Royalty is Willing to Help You

BY Shelby Hodge // 08.17.17

Tom Brady has his stolen Super Bowl jersey back — thanks to Texas justice.

Tom Brady Enjoys His Taste of Texas Justice

Stolen Jersey Recovery Brings New Over-the-Top Drama

BY Chris Baldwin // 03.20.17

Houston's Super Bowl LI hosting efforts blew away Dallas'.

Houston Embarrasses Dallas in Super Bowl Hosting Battle

The Final Results are in, but Jerry Jones Wants a Do-Over

BY Chris Baldwin // 02.13.17

Ray Lewis. (Photo MBUSA)

J.J. Watt and Alex Rodriguez Sing Together in This Unforgettable Tailgate Party

Other Celebs Watch in Awe

BY Matthew Ramirez // 02.11.17

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