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About Roz Pactor

I am a fashion and marketing consultant and blogger based in Houston, Texas. With more than three decades of experience in fashion retailing that has spanned Foley’s, Neiman Marcus and Bloomingdale’s NYC, I have earned a reputation for delivering expertise, energy and enthusiasm to my roster of clients. I have remained closely connected with designer women’s fashion as well as the misses, teens, men’s and children’s apparel and accessories markets from coast to coast. View all posts by Roz Pactor →

Events

Hermann Park Conservancy’s Evening In The Park

One of our town's favorite Spring events always makes for a beautiful and fun evening

Monday, May 9th, 2022

The Hermann Park Conservancy recently hosted another spectacular evening…….its annual gala, Evening in the Park, at the Molly Ann Smith Plaza in Hermann Park. Coming shortly after the McWilliams Dog Park and the Commons groundbreakings, this year made for a year of celebration. This yea’s co-chairs, Brigitte Kalai and Hallie Vanderhider, were excited in raising […]

Fashion

Gilded Glamour on the Met Gala Red Carpet

"Fashion's Big Night" this year is focused on the Gilded Age in New York City

Tuesday, May 3rd, 2022

It’s the first Monday in May again, and the Met Gala is back on schedule! Influencers, musicians, models, and movie stars take the Red Carpet. Co-chairs Blake Lively, Ryan Reynolds, Lin-Manuel Miranda and Regina King along with Honorary Chairs Anna Wintour and Tom Ford hosted a spectacular evening. The theme this year was “Gilded Glamour”, […]

Fine Arts

Moreau of Paris Hosts Famed Artist for Live Fundraiser for Charity….

Jacob Vilatò from Barcelona, Spain in town in partnership with Moreau to create one-of-a-kind luxury tote for auction and as an introduction to the artist and his many talents

Monday, April 18th, 2022

Recently, I was invited by Luisa Rangel de Alba, Brand Manager of Moreau Paris and Assouline Books, and Omar Contreras, General Manager of Assouline, in River Oaks District, as a guest at a special event that she was hosting at Moreau location. The event, spearheaded by Luisa’s good friend, Blanca Lozano, that was highlighting a […]

Shopping

Salvation Army…..Chic Boutique is Back

Attention Bargain Shoppers....this is a sale on designer like no other

Friday, April 8th, 2022

So for many of us, we are experiencing many missed experiences that are coming back at a rapid speed this Spring Season. Not many are more fun to experience than the Salvation Army’s Annual Reflections on Style Luncheon and accompanying Chic Boutique that brings out the best, if slightly worn, designer duds of many of […]

Dining

Elliott’s Table….. A Local Favorite Dining Spot

A Local Favorite Dining Spot that we were just a little late getting to the table to enjoy!

Friday, April 1st, 2022

I had always heard about Elliot’s Table and read some good reviews and rankings on this restaurant from time to time but was unaware that the Elliot behind it all, was the Elliot Roddy that was the son of a friend of mine. So when I found that out we just had to make a […]

Fashion

Naeem Khan Returns to Neiman Marcus Galleria to Celebrate Fashion and the Houston Rodeo….

Guests of honor for the day were the prestigious Rodeo philanthropic gals, Champagne Cowgirls

Thursday, March 31st, 2022

The Rodeo may have left town but we are still abuzz talking about that memorable return to fashion shows that Naeem Khan brought to town recently at Neiman Marcus Galleria. As he presented his collection of 68 luxurious garments from his Fall Collection the crowd of ladies who lunched, were both excited and ready to […]

Events

Hat’s Off In The Park… The Annual Luncheon Benefiting Hermann Park Conservancy Is Back

....and what a glorious day for celebration it was

Wednesday, March 30th, 2022

As always in our beautiful Hermann Park, the heavens cooperated and gave Doreen and the team at Hermann Park Conservancy the weather that they wished for on Thursday, March 24 for the 13th annual Hats in the Park Luncheon. This annual luncheon which has been paused since 2019 turned into a glorious day for celebrating […]

Fashion

Oscars 2022 Red Carpet Fashion…..a Night to Remember

A selection of many of our favorite looks from this year's Oscars Red Carpet.

Monday, March 28th, 2022

The Oscars are always a “Must See” for me, year after year, without fail, I watch and so I was ready to tune in and felt hopeful viewing the fashions on the Red Carpet that the night would have many, if not over-the-top fashion but several worthy pieces that would keep my attention. The entertainment […]

Fine Arts

Optical Illusions: The Works of M.C. Escher at the MFAH

Don't miss your chance to see the most extensive works of M.C. Escher in-person!

Friday, March 18th, 2022

Last Sunday, March 13, 2022, the Museum of Fine Arts, Houston welcomed an exciting and unique exhibit. Virtual Realities: The Art of M.C. Escher from the Michael S. Sachs Collection, displays the largest and most comprehensive exhibition of artist M.C. Escher’s works. Owning 90% of the Escher estate and having gathered works for over 50 […]

Food & Wine

Wine Was In The (chilly) Air As The Clubs at Houston Oaks Celebrated Its Third Annual Wine classic

Monday, March 7th, 2022

The Clubs at Houston Oaks hosted its largest annual food and wine extravaganza on Saturday, February 12 at the picturesque, countryside property in Hockley, TX. It was a very chilly day, actually anniversaring last year’s event which was held on a day of the “big freeze” in Texas. Proves that true wine lovers will endure […]