Fashion

The Glamour and Grace of Jenny Packham: My Chat with Iconic British Fashion Designer

In our town as featured designer for Razzle Dazzle Breast Cancer Luncheon

Friday, November 1st, 2024

First an introduction to Jenny Packham, the Designer of Elegance… When it comes to red carpet elegance, bridal dreams and timeless, head turning style, Jenny Packham’s name is synonymous with all things dazzling, luxurious and sophisticated. Since launching her eponymous brand in 1988, Packham has consistently the bar high in fashion, brining together unmatched craftsmanship […]

Events

Making Houston Razzle Dazzle For a Record Breaking Year….$1.3M for Memorial Hermann Foundation

A Dazzling Day featuring Jenny Packham Fashions and Special Hall of Fame Guests at The Post Oak Hotel

Tuesday, October 29th, 2024

Stepping into the grand lobby of The Post Oak Hotel for Memorial Hermann’s annual Razzle Dazzle luncheon, it was clear from the outset that this was no ordinary charity event. The addition of a glamorous Pink Carpet, where attendees gleefully shared their fashion choices and enthusiasm for the cause, set the tone for an afternoon […]

Events

Annual Italian Cultural Community Center Luncheon Bella Roma Honors Rudy and Debbie Festari

It was a day filled with elegance, Italian flair, and a celebration of heritage as over 350 guests gathered at the River Oaks Country Club for the Italian Cultural & Community Center (ICCC) luncheon, Bella Roma. The sold-out event was chaired by Karen Remington and Saula Centa Valente, who helped raise a record-breaking $212,000 in […]

Shopping

UNIQLO Lands in Houston: A Grand Opening Celebration of Modern Style Meets Local Flavor

If you haven't been yet, you must stop by

Tuesday, October 22nd, 2024

Fellow fashion lovers, I have some exciting news for those of you who, like me, have been eagerly awaiting UNIQLO’s arrival. The global brand known for its LifeWear line—a seamless blend of comfort, style, and quality— finally opened its first Houston store at Memorial City Mall! This wasn’t just a store opening, though. UNIQLO knows […]

Travel

Arrividerci to my American Friends……I’m heading back to Italy

This trip is a visit to some new and always tried and true!

Sunday, September 22nd, 2024

It’s that time of year again when I am headed back to Italy with Alan…..the place I like to call my second home even though I wish I we could be there more often! Every year is different. This year we are starting in Milan, a favorite of mine and also as a bucket list […]

Dining

Drake’s Hollywood Brings Glamour and Glitz to Houston’s Montrose Neighborhood

Houston’s Montrose just got a dose of old Hollywood glamour with the opening of Drake’s Hollywood, the latest concept from restaurateur Hunter Pond and Vandelay Hospitality Group. While I couldn’t make the grand opening festivities, I made it a point to dine there shortly after, and let me just say—Drake’s brings the magic of the […]

Dining

Buttermilk Baby Grand Opening: A Sweet Celebration of Nostalgia and Innovation

Sunday, September 15th, 2024

The Heights has a new culinary darling, and its name is Buttermilk Baby. On Tuesday, September 3rd, Berg Hospitality Group rolled out the red carpet for the VIP grand opening of their latest concept, a delightful mix of retro charm and modern indulgence. With families in tow, the Houston crowd gathered for an unforgettable evening […]

Events

A Night of Celebration and Giving Honoring “Mama” Ninfa Laurenzo’s 100th Birthday

Monday, August 26th, 2024

Houston is known for its rich cultural heritage and community spirit, and there’s no better embodiment of this than the legacy of “Mama” Ninfa Laurenzo. This September, the city will come together for an evening that promises not just to be a memorable celebration but also a heartfelt tribute to a woman whose influence shaped […]

Fine Arts

Come and meet Artist Rachel Gardner and Share the Beauty of Her Wearable Art….

Thursday, August 15th, 2024

COME JOIN US AND EXPERIENCE THE BEAUTY OF WEARABLE ART…….SUCH FUN! Next Thursday, August 22 please join us and stop by Foltz Gallery on Westheimer and experience a botanical wonderland as our friend Rachel Schwind Gardner is there to show and tell you about her newest approach to sculpting that can bring beauty into your […]

Cocktail Time

SOPHIE COCKTAIL AND TERRACE BAR TOASTS ITS HIGHLY ANTICIPATED ARRIVAL AT INTIMATE SUMMER FETE

A Touch of the French Riviera in Montrose

Friday, July 26th, 2024

On Thursday, July 18, Sophie Cocktail & Terrace Bar hosted their grand opening party, welcoming well-heeled Houstonians dressed in chic, seasonal attire on a warm summer evening. Over 150 guests gathered on the second-floor sprawling patio and the intimate downstairs bar and lounge, where they mingled and enjoyed specialty cocktails, champagne, delectable passed bites, and […]