Party in the HOU

Emerson Sloan is Bringing the Party (Store) to Tanglewood

The cute, curated Rice Village shop for festive accessories will open its second location.

02/21/2019 By Abby Ledoux

Sunrise, Sunset

Retail News: As One Store Shutters, Another Expands

Goodbye to Elaine Turner and Baanou; hello to Rejuvenation and, soon enough, another Lash Lounge and Bike Barn.

12/11/2018 By Abby Ledoux

They Grow Up So Fast

Saint Lo Celebrates First Birthday with Plans to Grow

The Heights Mercantile women's boutique has future plans for more locations and a children's store.

11/30/2018 By Najla Brown

Godspeed

PSA: Please Support Local Biz on the Biggest Shopping Weekend of the Year

Remember, it's a marathon, not a sprint.

11/21/2018 By Abby Ledoux

Hand-Crafted

This Woodlands Home Decor Shop Is a DIY-Lover's Dream

A crafting hobby turned side hustle evolved into a full-fledged career for Melissa Arteaga.

09/25/2018 By Laura Gillespie

~~Three~~ 10 Doors Down

Emerson Sloan Moves Down the Street and Hosts a Teddy Bear Drive

The Rice Village party shop opened new doors and, on National Teddy Bear Day, is teaming up with DePelchin's Children Center to collect stuffed animals for kids in adoptive and foster care.

09/07/2018 By Abby Ledoux

Yeehaw

A 151-Year-Old Texas Saddle Shop Is Coming to CityCentre

King Ranch Saddle Shop debuts its first permanent urban outpost next month.

08/20/2018 By Abby Ledoux

Welcome to Houston

Get a Sneak Peek at the First ELOQUII Boutique In Texas

The popular online retailer for women's fashion in sizes 14-28 is coming to the Galleria IRL.

07/05/2018 By Jillian Goltzman

Fare Thee Well

Forty Five Ten Is Closing Its Houston Store

The Dallas import will not renew its lease in River Oaks District this fall.

06/28/2018 By Abby Ledoux

Amazon, Shmamazon

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

Retail

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

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