Style & Shopping

Retail

Curiosity, Nostalgia and Toys Galore at Big Blue Whale

This Heights toy shop is the perfect place to find your inner child.

12/22/2015 By Beth Levine

Trend Piece

Statement Piece: 10 Sweaters That Tell It Like It Is

Your style says a lot about you. Sometimes literally.

12/21/2015 By Sarah Rufca Nielsen

Fitness Friday

Looking to Get Involved in Exercise, Socials or Competitions? Meet Sportsmonkey for All Three

The club has gone from hosting a pajama bar crawl to running 13 sport leagues.

12/18/2015 By Ellie Sharp

Houston Design

Jonathan Blake Switches Gears and Takes the Road of Accessories

Known for his evening wear, this designer now wants everyone toting his handbags.

12/18/2015 By Sarah Rufca Nielsen

Fragrance

How To Smell Like A Million Bucks (For Only $20,000)

One of the most esteemed perfumers in the world hits Houston to talk about discovering his love of scent, why he stays exclusive and how you can get your own signature scent.

12/17/2015 By Larina Chen

Holiday 2015

9 Gift Hot Spots to Finish Off Your Holiday Shopping

This weekend is your last chance for holiday shopping, so don't let everyone down.

12/16/2015 By Sarah Rufca Nielsen

Fashion

Angel Sanchez's Dresses Will Not Be Ignored

The Venezuelan designer, who showed his newest tropically-inspired collection at Houston's Heart of Fashion event, is all about looks that turn heads.

12/16/2015 By Julia Davila

Closet Cues

How To Protect Your Prada

AIG has created a new insurance for couture collections, and Texas is one of the first states to launch it.

12/14/2015 By Sarah Rufca Nielsen

Beauty

Nail the Holidays with 3 New Polish Trends

From a manicure designed to look like shattered glass to an app that helps you find just the right color to match your outfit, 'tis the season to get your nails on fleek.

12/14/2015 By Julia Davila

Fitness Friday

How to Find Running Shoes That Fit

A proper fitting is key to finding athletic shoes that will make you faster, stronger and healthier.

12/11/2015 By Ellie Sharp

Holiday 2015

Houston's Chicest Holiday Pop-Up Shop Is Back

Fashionable sisters Saba and Sarah Jawda have gathered one of the most fun and eclectic collections of gifts at their Montrose studio.

12/10/2015 By Sarah Rufca Nielsen

Style Guide

Fly Fashionably This Holiday Season

Whether you're jetsetting or heading home for the holidays, casual-chic is the way to fly this travel season.

12/10/2015 By Megha Tejpal

Bag It Up

The Traveling Black Purse: 5 Ways to Raise Your Handbag Game

Why should your little black dress have all the fun? Let your accessories take center stage by styling a simple handbag.

12/09/2015 By Beth Muecke

Holiday 2015

5 Unexpected Gift Destinations to Make Life Easier

Grab all the gifts you need while getting your errands done, your nails done, a dinner out or a enjoying a day of culture.

12/08/2015 By Sarah Rufca Nielsen

Holiday 2015

Beauty Gifts for Everyone on Your List

'Tis the season for beautiful holiday giving.

12/08/2015 By Julia Davila

All That Jazz

A Little Party Never Killed Nobody

The Roaring Twenties goes on display in all its decadent glory in MFAH's Deco Nights.

12/08/2015 By Nick Esquer

Retail

Fly High Little Bunny Soars Again in the Heights

It's the return of Houston's funkiest jewelry collection, plus global treasures and a new mascot named Gatorzilla.

12/07/2015 By Beth Levine

Shopping

Deck the Halls, Y'all: 5 New Houston Home Stores to Hit

Montrose is Houston's latest hot design district, with a handful of stores with new and vintage offerings opening their doors.

12/04/2015 By Sarah Rufca Nielsen

Fitness Friday

The Golden Rules of Gear for Your Winter Workout

How to be prepared for any workout weather condition Houston has to offer.

12/04/2015 By Andrea Park

Holiday 2015

Gift Guide: What to Buy Your Favorite Houston Foodies

For that friend who won't stop raving about Cuchara's tamales, Bobby Heugel's Facebook posts and appropriate tipping .

12/03/2015 By Layne Lynch