Reality Reckoning

What America’s Next Top Model Taught Me—After I Made It Onto the Show

After Netflix’s Reality Check, Houstonia’s editor in chief revisits her time as a Cycle 14 semifinalist and what the modeling dream really cost.

02/20/2026 By Brittany Britto Garley

Closet Crush

How Hunter Bell Built a Loyal Fashion Following in Houston

After a move from New York, the contemporary label has built a steady following through warehouse events, seasonal collections, and a shift to direct-to-consumer sales.

12/16/2025 By Layne Van Vranken

Bayougraphy

Meet Jennifer Ford, Game-Changing Sneaker Retailer

Houston-based Premium Goods, the only Black woman–owned sneaker retailer in the country, turned 20 this year.

12/10/2024 By Uvie Bikomo

Bayougraphy

Danny Nguyen Is Taking Houston Fashion Global

The local designer’s creations are already putting the city on the map.

06/20/2024 By Uvie Bikomo

Rodeo Runway

A Beginner’s Guide to Houston Rodeo Fashion

From cowboy boots to rhinestones, follow our crash course to conquer the rodeo dirtways with style.

02/26/2024 By Uvie Bikomo

Performance Grade

How Houston’s Rubén Isaza Became a Fashion Designer to the Stars

Just a few years ago, he was a dishwasher at a restaurant. Now he dresses celebrities like Lizzo.

11/29/2023 By Daniel Renfrow

Slow Fashion

This Houston Fashion Designer Wants Your Clothes to Actually Last

Bobbie Johnson’s Béyu brand is all about sustainability.

11/28/2023 By Uvie Bikomo

Getting Yitty

Not Your Grandma’s Girdle

With her line of shapewear, pop star Lizzo seizes new role as body-positive fashion icon.

03/20/2023 By Shelby Stewart

Jingle Bells

The 2022 Nutcracker Market Will Introduce 50 New Shops to NRG

The annual event taking place at the NRG Center boasts 270 vendors this year.

10/27/2022 By Shelby Stewart

In Full Bloom

Trendy Spring Fashion Finds From Houston Boutiques

From Rice Village to The Heights, check out these spring collections from local boutiques.

02/25/2022 By Danielle Wright

IN THE STUDIO

Meet the Brothers Behind This Creative Downtown Hotspot

Sanman Company is nurturing the next generation of the city’s art community.

02/14/2022 By Amarie Gipson

That’s My Ride

Houston Takes The Lead In Coach’s Latest Campaign

The spring Horse & Carriage collection stars Megan Thee Stallion and Wisdom Kaye.

01/31/2022 By Danielle Wright

Elements of Style

Four Fashion Designers Redefining Houston’s Style Scene

"The mood board that people are striving for exists here."

12/30/2021 By Danielle Wright

Sweet Aromas

House Of Krigler Opens Its First Texas Boutique In Houston

The ninth location is housed at the city’s five-star Four Seasons Hotel.

12/10/2021 By Danielle Wright

Sustainability Is In

This Houston Singer Helped Promote H&M's Striking New Collection

The Innovation Circular Design Story is the fourth installment to its Innovation Stories series which features Normani Kordei.

12/07/2021 By Danielle Wright

Shape It Up

10 Brands That Are Redefining Shapewear

The exclusive Hollywood secret for a sleek fit.

10/01/2021 By Danielle Wright

Out of the box

Dreauxlusional is the Houston Brand Making Alternative Fashion Popular

Creating pieces for those who want to stand out.

09/29/2021 By Shelby Stewart

HOU to NYC

Houston Based Designer Tanissa Carmon Debuts at NYFW

Carmon turns to denim for her first collection.

09/23/2021 By Danielle Wright

Keeping it fresh

This Brand Is Reviving Houston’s Streetwear Culture

The emerging label ‘Made By A Playa’ has seen positive feedback from the Houston community.

09/08/2021 By Shelby Stewart

Style you can taste

Whataburger Inspired Fishing Apparel is Now Available at Academy Sports + Outdoors

For a limited time only, you can head to the drive-thru in style.

09/01/2021 By Carolina Larracilla Edited by Shelby Stewart