Summer Fashions for that Ass

Like we always do around this time, we’re listening to Fresh Prince’s “Summertime” on the road, hanging by the pool and picking out outfits that scream both comfort and style given the hot weather and plethora of special occasions ranging from weddings to vacations. Now that the World Cup is over, life must proceed. Check [...]

Spontaneous Logic

Recent travels to Memphis, San Francisco, a three-day roadtrip to and from South Carolina just before the Thanksgiving holiday, got me thinking about one of my favorite things: travel shopping. Everyone can agree that travel shopping is fun, but it’s not a cakewalk to know where to go and what to buy. The mindset one [...]

A Few Pointers for Thrift Shopping & 90s Fashion

Earlier this month, two of the biggest touring bands, Pearl Jam and Dave Matthews Band, headlined the Austin City Limits Music Festival, which could only mean one thing: the 90s are coming. Think about it; in the early-mid 90s, we celebrated the 60s and 70s. Spike Lee’s Crooklyn and Forrest Gump come to mind. And [...]

A Man’s Closet: Organizing 101

This isn’t a major spoiler alert or anything, but there is a scene in a recent episode of HBO’s Entourage where we get to see Turtle’s closet. For sneaker lovers like myself, the scene is like looking into the Garden of Eden only Nike Air Jordans have replaced the apple tree. While many of us [...]

Attention: All BBW’s “Strut” Your Stuff!

It is so refreshing to walk into a store and know immediately that you’re going to find something that’s just right for you. As a plus size diva myself, finding the latest and greatest in fashion trends in plus sizes can be challenging. Not anymore! Welcome to “Strut” Houston’s premiere plus size boutique, conveniently located [...]

SPLISH-SPLASH

  As usual, H-Town is putting fine luxury wear on the map with the opening of sizzling South American swimsuit company Zingara (4027 Westheimer Road). The store will open its well polished doors in Highland Village, making its United States debut right here in Hustletown,just in time for a Houston summer where scanty bikinis are [...]

“Go From Granola Girl to Eco Chic Glamour Girl…”

There’s so much emphasis on taking care of our planet, recycling, eating organically, and the entire “go green” movement, that it only makes sense that we now have fashion options for a greener lifestyle in Houston. Enter “Green by Adeline, Fashion with a Conscience,” Houston’s newest player in the fashion game. The line, created by [...]

Go Green Bath Products: Bath Junkie

If you’re ever interested in giving a cool and afforgable gift, check out Bath Junkie. There are 3 locations in the Houston area: Beechnut, River Oaks, Katy, and The Woodlands. I visited Marie at the River Oaks location and she hipped me to the techniques of creating personalized products. Not only can you make your [...]

Em & Lee

Just Happened to run across a cool little eclectic spot on my way to a Sushi Spot in River Oaks. Surprisingly, the prices aren’t too bad and after some scrupulous digging, one may find a diamond in the rough. I give this store  a 2 out of 5 for effort and affordability. emandlee.com River Oaks: [...]

Sneakers All Day….

THE TIPPING POINT The Tipping Point is Houston’s first and only sneaker lifestyle store located in Downtown on the ground floor of the Historic Humble Building. They curate an eclectic collection of sneakers, books, art, apparel, music, and accessories that are a reflection of the Tipping Point lifestyle. The ongoing mission is to expose new [...]