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Holly, Jolly Houston

How to Decorate Your Christmas Tree

Caroline Harper Knapp—of the popular lifestyle blog House of Harper—shares her tips. Plus: Where to find a real Christmas tree in the Houston area.

10/28/2019 By Abby Ledoux and Gwendolyn Knapp

Crap, That's This Weekend?

7 Last-Minute Houston-Inspired Halloween Costumes

Pick your favorite hometown hero (or star of an infamous scandal).

10/23/2019 By Abby Ledoux

Good Times

C. Baldwin Hotel Debuts with a Star-Studded Party for the Ages

The affair drew nearly 2,000 guests, from rappers and athletes to socialites and CEOs, plus surprise performances from The Suffers and Gloria Gaynor.

10/16/2019 By Abby Ledoux

Insta Inspo

9 Houston Latinas You Need In Your Instagram Feed

Celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month and get some #OOTD inspiration from this bevy of beauties.

10/07/2019 By Gabi De la Rosa

💔Love Is Dead 💔

Sorry, But We Have to Talk About Travis Scott and Kylie Jenner's Breakup

You knew it was coming.

10/03/2019 By Abby Ledoux

Essay

A Life, in Parties

The parties we throw become snapshots we carry with us forever, monuments to moments big and small.

08/26/2019 By Abby Ledoux

Party City

5 Out-of-the-Box Themes for Your Next Celebration

Plus, all the ingredients you need for the most Houston photobooth of all time.

08/26/2019 By Abby Ledoux

Bayou City Bash

Party City: How to Throw the Perfect Celebration in Houston

We at Houstonia decided to do the leg work for you with this guide, even asking local pros to share their secrets. All that’s left to do? Find an excuse to host one. Given how much Houstonians love a good party, we’re sure you’ll think of something.

08/26/2019 Edited by Abby Ledoux

Party City

5 Pro Tips for Throwing the Best Party Ever

“No matter what time of year it is, have an extra bag of ice in your freezer, because you will always run out. It’s Texas. Just do it.”

08/26/2019 By Abby Ledoux

Party City

10 Amazing Spots for a Next-Level Get-Together

These venues will wow your guests.

08/26/2019 By Laura Furr Mericas

No Tears Left to Cry

5 Ways to Get Over Your Ex and Embrace This Hot Girl Summer

Consider this your self-care to-do list.

08/09/2019 By Alexis Vargas

Woman Crush Wednesday

#WCW: Chasity Sereal

This H-Town designer thinks beyond the white wedding dress.

08/07/2019 By Siena DeBolt

Mommy Nearest

In the Market for More Mom Friends? There's an App for That.

We chat with Michelle Kennedy, London mama and CEO of Peanut, the moms-only social network that officially launches in Houston this week.

07/29/2019 By Laura Furr Mericas

Fly Me to the Moon

5 Ways to Have Your Own Moon Moment

It's Space City—an Apollo 11 anniversary celebration is mandatory.

07/19/2019 By Abby Ledoux

Party Time, Excellent

PartySlate Wants to Be Your One-Stop Shop for Event Planning

Houston is the 10th city the web platform has launched in.

07/12/2019 By Abby Ledoux

Woman Crush Wednesday

#WCW: Paola Kustra

How one woman is democratizing luxury bags.

05/22/2019 By Abby Ledoux

Party Like a Rock-Stark

Sunday Is Coming: Here's How to Throw Your Own Game of Thrones Finale Watch Party

The night will inevitably be dark and full of terrors—plan accordingly.

05/16/2019 By Rebekah Kibodeaux

Weekend Warriors

The To-Doux List: May 17-19

This weekend brings bathing beauties and a bunch of outdoor markets.

05/16/2019 By Abby Ledoux

Shades of Gray

Gray Malin Talks Texas, Italy, and His Iconic Aerial Photography

The Dallas native comes to Houston next week for a signing of his latest photography book, ITALY.

05/16/2019 By Abby Ledoux

I Got It (For) My Mama

The To-Doux List: May 10-12

This weekend brings a lot of stuff for Mom, because she deserves it.

05/09/2019 By Abby Ledoux