Sarah may be a native of Dallas/Fort Worth, but today she’s loyal to Houston. (She still loves the Cowboys.) She joined the Houstonia team in October 2014, heading up fashion, style and design coverage and covering other beats including the local drag queen scene and all things Matthew McConaughey.

A Rice alum, she previously worked for CultureMap and the Houston Chronicle.

Home & Design

You Must See This Snarky Takedown of a Houston McMansion

McMansion Hell has some thoughts on this giant fake turret and other disasters.

08/26/2016 By Sarah Rufca Nielsen

Trend Piece

10 Ruffles You Need in Your Life Right Now

Every day we're rufflin'.

08/25/2016 By Sarah Rufca Nielsen

On the Town

68 Reasons to Hit Houstonia's Summer Shopping Soiree This Weekend

Manicures, mimosas and more.

08/24/2016 By Sarah Rufca Nielsen

The Struggle Is Real

The 5 Stages of Grief After a Haircut

We're not shallow, you're shallow.

08/23/2016 By Sarah Rufca Nielsen

Bene Fêtes

Jay Godfrey's Designs Are Not Your Grandmother's Gowns

The designer spills on his inspiration, why solid colors make sense and why he loves Houston women.

08/22/2016 By Sarah Rufca Nielsen

Home Dreams

Make Yourself at Home: The Best of Design and Décor in Houston

These 50 local shops and visionary designers are turning dreams into reality.

08/22/2016 By Sarah Rufca Nielsen

Design Issue 2016

Great Home Décor Stores, from Lighting to Linens

We're talking bed, bath and way beyond.

08/22/2016 By Sarah Rufca Nielsen and Jeanne Lyons Davis

Design Issue 2016

20 Try-This-Now Design Tips and Tricks from Houston Pros

Starting with a coat of high gloss paint on those ceilings.

08/22/2016 By Sarah Rufca Nielsen

The Design Issue 2016

Make Yourself at Home: The Best of Design and Décor in Houston

These 50 local shops and visionary designers are turning dreams into reality.

08/22/2016 By Sarah Rufca Nielsen

Fashion Forward

To the Manor Born: Fall Fashion 2016

This fall's textiles—elegant brocade, rich velvet, resplendent silks, delicate lace—will make you want to get all dressed up, even with nowhere to go.

08/22/2016 Styled by Brittany Winter Edited by Sarah Rufca Nielsen