When Raja Ratan brought his Dallas-based men’s clothing store Q Custom Clothier and brand new retail concept Rye 51 to Houston, he did it because he saw a void in men’s small retail to be filled and he wanted to be the one to fill it! So he set out to take care of the total man, from the workplace to weekend wear and boldly made the move to open, not one but, two men’s stores in H-town! Read the rest of this entry »
Looking for a man’s gift….not as easy as we girls, who have zillions of things that we need and/or want. Here is an idea for something that is back on the Men’s fashion scene that your guy may not have the latest and greatest and that is a POCKET SQUARE. Yes, they’re back and look newest in novelty fabrications, particularly with a button in the corner. Guys are wearing them as a fashion accessory, not limited to the pocket of their Suit or Sportcoat but as an insert into a cool, new sportshirt or even the back pocket of a fun trouser.
Those shown are available at Q Clothier and Rye 51…stop by and pick up at least a couple. Makes for a great stocking stuffer!
During my recent visit to 310 Rosemont, I was elated to find another denim line that I wore and loved a while back. In fact, I must say that they were the first pair of designer jeans that I ever purchased, at Fred Segal in L.A. and then later could be found at Tootsies here… Edwin Jeans! Read the rest of this entry »
Although I’ve heard of friends who called and visited the (formerly) appointment-only designer shoe clearance house, I was excited to see they have expanded and have a storefront in the old Anthony Nak and Austin Home Collection space on Burnet Road.
Rumor has it all of their clothes come from an exclusive deal with Houston upscale retailer Tootsie’s and are offered at an astounding 75% off of retail price. A recent blogger spotted a stunning red Badgley Mischka strapless dress for a mere $112! After striking a deal with Tootsie’s, Designer Clearance House now offers a permanent home with real store hours: Mon-Fri 10-7, Sat 10-6 & Sun 12-4.
Right now, they’re offering fabulous party dresses from Nicole Miller & BCBG, fun summer shifts from Diane VonFurstenburg, loungewear from Juicy Couture, separates by Elie Tahari, mother-of-the-bride suits by Armani, occasion dresses from Kay Unger, and all sorts of goodies from Alice and Olivia, Trina Turk, Theory, Robert Rodriguez and Nanette Lepore. Not to mention….shoes from Loeffler Randall, D&G, Tori Burch, Cole Haan, Moschino, Michael Kors, Bolo, Ashley Deerborn, Guiseppe Zanotti, London Sole, Martinez Valero, Rafe, Dolce Vita and MANY more great brands.
Get the deets : http://designerclearancehouse.com/shoes/
Everyone here in Austin is wearing the new line of Zupari shirts. Zupari – created by husband and wife team Erin and Brian Gilmore- proves high-quality clothing can be affordable. Because they sell their clothes online only, direct to consumers, the mark-up inherent with retail stores is eliminated.
Right now, Zupari offers a line of solid dress shirts sewn using single-needle stitching, the highest-quality sewing technique available, and with buttons that are 2-3 mm in width. Check out the website and take advantage of the current online special…For a limited time, Zupari is offering free shipping when you purchase five shirts or more.
Offering custom hand-painted accessories for a child’s room, or any other space, Clarebelle is THE perfect creative keepsake. Clarebelle, started by my friend Kathlyn Babel and her sister Kaylea Pratt, offers a variety of personalized wood letters, name blocks, foot stools, rocking chairs, kids table and chairs….and you can even submit your own creative ideas and the girls will help make your idea come to life and at your doorstep in 4-6 weeks. Check out their website and view pictures of customized accessories for clients. http://clarebelle.com
Picture: Hand painted children’s round or square foot stool, $75
Here’s an update on Claridge and King’s allready infamous His Is Hers Oxford Shirt………..
I know that this affordably luxurious item from Paper City Features Editor, Laurann Claridge and her sis, Liz debuted a couple of months ago and the style-setters have been fast to order one for their very own. However, if, like me, you have been too busy and haven’t purchased yet or have just ONE and want to buy MORE(maybe for some of your closest gal friends that you know want to look sexy in their very own men’s dress shirt)……….a great holiday gift?!!
We’ve got some info here so that you can be in-the-know about these great tailored shirts……..
(Men’s shirt made even better for Women)
**It’s made of 100% Cotton, so soft…….plus, it gets better with wear.
**Has Mother-of-Pearl Button closures.
**Extended tail……to cover that area we so delicately want to conceal.
**Colors…….White or Blue for now; but Blush, the softest Pink, is coming…….just in time for Valentine’s Day…….and…….no hue flatters a woman’s complexion like Blush!
**Gray & White Striped Pillowcase……..packaging that’s great for travel and adds value if it’s a gift.
So……I’m ready to go out and get that perfect shirt that I can live in, play in………and even sleep in! I believe that you can never have too many White Shirts and this cozy take on a classic from Claridge and King will make a great addition to my wardrobe!!!
Gotta have it now, so where you get it here in town?…………………….TOOTSIES, LONGORIA COLLECTION, ELAINE TURNER,
Rice Village Store and of course, don’t miss a visit towww.claridgeandking.com for much, much more!
Traveling to NYC?…………………………………………………………………….TAKASHIMAYA(one of my favorite Big Apple shopping
havens, a treat in itself)………..or
L.A. bound?………………………………………………………………………………FRED SEGAL(another fave of mine) in Santa Monica,
will have them soon!
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