For those of you that were able to visit with Victor Costa this Fall at various events as his much anticipated book, Copycat, was released, I hope that some of you were able to be with us at the Italian Cultural & Community Center for our Evening With Victor Costa!! It was such a fun […]
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Hello, Houston friends! Big news has just landed for one of our city’s most beloved landmarks. Yes, I’m talking about the Astrodome! Once the “Eighth Wonder of the World” and a symbol of innovation, it has stood silent for over 15 years—until now. The Astrodome Conservancy has unveiled Vision: Astrodome, a bold and exciting redevelopment […]
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On a beautiful Friday evening, Houston’s River Oaks Country Club sparkled with energy and purpose as Avenue 360 hosted its Voices for Hope gala—an event that elegantly combined glamour, community, and compassion. After a long hiatus, the evening was a warm, celebratory return to in-person fundraising, with the night’s proceeds of over $215,000 benefiting Omega […]
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EDITOR’S NOTE: My approach to this big news of Amir’s lead me, a long standing supporter of Taghi since his Episcopal High School days to the national designer he has become today. I decided to reach out to see how this all came to be. Amir and I engaged in all of the details of […]
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If you’re an art lover in Houston, clear your calendar for the most exciting exhibition of the year! Gauguin in the World has officially opened at the Museum of Fine Arts, Houston, and it’s the cultural event of the season. Running from November 3, 2024, to February 16, 2025, this exclusive exhibition is the only […]
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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 […]
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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 […]
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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 […]
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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 […]
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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 […]
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