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As retail has evolved from malls to digital commerce and back to brick-and-mortar (albeit hybrid versions), the resortwear category has remained largely stagnant — not the product offerings, but the act of shopping for them. Even as luxe labels like Ag…
Read MoreWhat: A celebration of the 50th anniversary of The Battle of Versailles Background: In 1973, American and French designers “competed” in a legendary fashion show dubbed The Battle of Versailles, which was held in the palace opera house that…
Read MoreStockings are an age-old holiday tradition dating back to the original stories of Saint Nick. The cherished Christmas custom can be the cherry on top of a festive and gift-filled morning of family time. But how often do you actually remember what’…
Read MoreIn the heart of Houston’s high society, a secret wedding took place, so opulent and exclusive that its tale is whispered with a mix of awe and envy. This clandestine celebration, set within the majestic walls of The Bell Tower on 34th, was a masterpiec…
Read MoreVickie Yakunin had plenty to celebrate in the fall of 2023. Fresh off the heels of a triumphant North Texas Giving Day, which raised $63.9 million for local nonprofits, the head of community affairs for the Dallas Region at Amazon (which has served as …
Read MoreThere was cause to rejoice when Dwell With Dignity found a permanent home for its beloved Thrift Studio pop-up this year. The new 9,000-square-foot showroom in the Design District meant the local nonprofit, whose mission is to bring great design to tho…
Read MoreAs I was writing my gift guide entries for men this holiday season, I kept finding spy-ish stuff. Sunglasses, chic safari coats, martini glasses — all the things that James Bond would have in his stylishly appointed bachelor pad. I decided why not crea…
Read MoreWith Thanksgiving in the rearview mirror, it’s time to get serious about our holiday shopping. Luckily, there’s one local, female-owned business that makes it easy to play Santa this year and make everyone’s holiday wishes come true: Clotheshorse Anony…
Read MoreWith the holiday season here, you’re probably in need of toys for the boys in your life. And if you are like me and did a number on your wallet this fall, you also might be in need of some suggestions that won’t max out your credit cards. (…
Read MoreFa la la la la for your fella time. Yes, it’s time to gift the boys in your life. Maybe your significant other, your brother, or like me — a gay best friend. Here are some items I’ve found in recent months that I’ve been saving up to…
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