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Houston's 100 Best Shops

From dresses to denim, pillows to purses, boots to bracelets and beyond, the best of the best in the Bayou City.

04/24/2018 Edited by Abby Ledoux

100 Best Shops

The 34 Best Clothing Stores and Boutiques in Houston Right Now

Wander in post-brunch and try to leave empty-handed. It’s nearly impossible, even—especially—when you’re not looking.

04/24/2018 By Abby Ledoux, Noah Nofz, and Najla Brown

New Digs

Paris Texas Apparel Debuts New Tanglewood Storefront

The Texas-centric brand threw a March 22 party to celebrate its expanded space at Voss and Woodway.

03/23/2018 By Abby Ledoux

Coming Soon

A Tiny House Full of Eyewear is Bringing New Orleans to River Oaks

Beyonce favorite KREWE parks its mobile showroom on Westheimer until March 4.

02/09/2018 By Abby Ledoux

New In Town

Malia Mills Is Coming to River Oaks District

The edgy swimwear designer's namesake label heads to Houston for a five-month pop-up.

01/30/2018 By Abby Ledoux

Beta Testing

Retail Disruptor b8ta Opens in The Galleria This Week

With space for products from smaller makers and no pushy salespeople, one store is changing the way people purchase new tech.

10/17/2017 By Jamie Smith

Store Report

Where to Find Bold Clothes for Confident Dressers: Melodrama Boutique

“There should be a story to tell in your closet,” says Melodrama owner Jackie Adams.

09/26/2017 By Jamie Smith

Store Report

Where to Find Pint-Sized Southern Charm: Sweet Bambini

Sweet Bambini is a rare gem—an upscale, family-owned child and baby boutique in a neighborhood known for chains.

09/11/2017 By Jamie Smith

Shop Local

Where to Find the Most Legit Surf and Skate Shop in Houston: Surfhouse

“I have a lot of guys who come in and say, ‘You put my skateboard together when I as 12. Now I want you to put my son's skateboard together.'”

09/05/2017 By Laura Furr Mericas

Retail

Where to Find Your Childhood Toy Icons: Super Happy Incredible Toys

A mix between an estate sale and an antiques store, Super Happy Incredible Toys offers customers the opportunity to re-live their happiest childhood memories.

08/23/2017 By Jamie Smith

Talkin' Shop

Where to Find Your Weekend Wardrobe: Emerson Rose

This Heights shop nails the laid-back, flirty vibe encapsulated in the classic movie Dazed and Confused.

08/14/2017 By Jamie Smith

Retail

Where to Find Hug-Worthy Recycled Threads: Milk + Honey Vintage

Mid Main has a colorful new vintage shopping destination.

08/03/2017 By Julia Davila

Retail

7 New Stores to Shop in August

Latin American fashion has arrived, locals make the move to brick and mortar, and someone finally found the perfect place for a Tory Burch store.

08/01/2017 By Sarah Rufca Nielsen

Retail

Where to Find 50 Shades of Naughty: Darling Way

Think sexy little things, without all the shame.

08/01/2017 By Jamie Smith

Sorry, Wallet

6 Houston Stores to Shop in June

From a revamped Father's Day destination to Galveston's newest dose of luxury. (Did we mention the sales?)

06/07/2017 By Sarah Rufca Nielsen

Retail

8 New Spots to Shop in Houston This Month

From a spa pop-up to an East End spot for south-of-the-border finds.

05/09/2017 By Sarah Rufca Nielsen

Peak Weeaboo

Where to Find Japanese Kawaii Fashion: Shop In Wonderland

Lolita fashion lovers have a new haven in Houston.

03/16/2017 By Emily Juhasz

Store Report

Where to Find a Little Mysticism in Montrose: The Magick Cauldron

How to cleanse your Tarot cards, and other lessons learned at Houston's premier Pagan supply store.

01/31/2017 By Emily Juhasz

Store Report

Where to Shop After Brunch: Luxington

Aussie brands and affordable finds are what set Luxington apart.

01/25/2017 By Sarah Rufca Nielsen

End of an Era

Houston's Oldest Independent Jeweler Is Closing

Wexler Jewelry, a Houston fixture since 1919, is closing its doors.

12/29/2016 By Sarah Rufca Nielsen