Houston Collects

Houston’s Newest Art Gallery Has Picassos, Kusamas, and Free Admission

Opera Gallery opened its first-ever Texas location at River Oaks District with original works by Monet, Kehinde Wiley, and Yayoi Kusama.

04/06/2026 By Meredith Nudo

On The Town

At Some Point in the Near Future, the River Oaks Theater Will Rise Again

Houston-born filmmaker Richard Linklater calls River Oaks “one of the cornerstones of Houston film culture."

07/28/2022 By Craig Lindsey

River Oaks

Property Dreams: A Grand Estate in River Oaks

We found a grand and elegant home in the upscale River Oaks area to daydream about.

07/22/2022 By Stephanie Bartels

FASHION FUSION

Jacob Vilató’s Hand-Painted Moreau Paris Bag Is on Display in River Oaks

The renowned artist put a special twist on a signature bag created for a charity auction.

04/14/2022 By Danielle Wright

Haute Hats

Teressa Foglia Brings Her Designs to the River Oaks District

Foglia shares why Houston is her first Texas location.

02/10/2022 By Danielle Wright

Eco-Friendly Fashion

Sustainable Fashion Brand Hosts Pop-Up In River Oaks

The event features sustainable fashion brands and chats with designers for an intimate shopping experience.

10/29/2021 By Danielle Wright Edited by Stephanie Bartels

Let’s go shopping

Retail Roundup: Big Store Openings

Plus, get your outdoor space summer-ready with this luxurious new patio collection.

04/14/2021 By Catherine Wendlandt

Brick and Mortar Report

Retail Roundup: Hemline Heights Is Here; Hellos and Goodbyes at River Oaks District

Plus, a chic rebrand for a local textiles designer.

03/10/2020 By Abby Ledoux

Good News

Clean Beauty Converts, Rejoice: Switch2Pure Is Getting a Permanent Storefront

The local beauty and wellness brand is moving out of its pop-up and into a forever home on West Alabama.

12/19/2019 By Abby Ledoux

Retail Therapy

Retail Roundup: CBD, Luxury Denim, and (More) Cowboy Boots Arrive in H-Town

Welcome Frame, Tecovas, and The Apothecary.

11/29/2019 By Abby Ledoux

Is It Halloweekend Again?

The To-Doux List: Nov. 1-3

This weekend brings a literal truckload of shoes, a magical market, and an extra hour to work out.

10/31/2019 By Abby Ledoux

Restaurant Review

At River Oaks District, Two Must-Try, See-and-Be-Seen Spots

Are MAD and Ouzo Bay worth the hype?

10/28/2019 By Timothy Malcolm

God Bless the Cold Front

The To-Doux List: October 10-13

This weekend brings luxury bags, trap karaoke, and the return of Runway Houston.

10/10/2019 By Abby Ledoux

We Stan a Long Weekend

The To-Doux List: August 30–September 2

This weekend brings Labor Day sales, Houston's birthday party, and the best boy band to ever exist. Ever.

08/29/2019 By Abby Ledoux

Retail Therapy

Retail Roundup: Bridal Brands, Women's Workwear, and Luxury Leather Hit Houston

New stores in town = new ways to splurge.

08/02/2019 By Abby Ledoux

Welcome to HOU

Veronica Beard Brings Cool-Girl Vibes to River Oaks District This Fall

The Houston store will be the brand's second in Texas and eighth nationwide.

07/24/2019 By Abby Ledoux

Try to Keep Up

Retail News: Beloved Brands at a New Hotel, Poppin' Pop-Ups, and Major Mall Moves

Stores are opening, moving, or otherwise making waves all across the city.

05/29/2019 By Abby Ledoux

Long Live Brick and Mortar

Forth + Nomad Is Moving to a Freestanding Heights Flagship and Opening a River Oaks Pop-Up

The shop for local, handmade goods, which opened two years ago in Heights Mercantile, is expanding in a big way.

04/24/2019 By Abby Ledoux

Saturday in the Park

The To-Doux List: April 19–21

This weekend brings $1 clothes, luxury cars, and a puppy party.

04/18/2019 By Abby Ledoux

Life & Style

The To-Doux List: April 12-14

This weekend brings watch-making, yoga, and the return of the Nutcracker Market.

04/11/2019 By Abby Ledoux