All posts by Roz Pactor

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.

Dining

Dine for a Cause: Houston Restaurant Weeks 2023 Kicks Off August 1 with 200+ Participating Restauran...

20th Anniversary Celebration of HRW Makes this Year's Entries so Special

Thursday, July 27th, 2023

Hello to all of my Houston foodies! Get ready for the most exciting time of the year – Houston Restaurant Weeks (HRW) is back! I’m thrilled to share that this year over 200 restaurants are joining forces to offer specially priced, multi-course prix fixe menus for brunch, lunch, and dinner. And guess what? It’s all […]

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Travel

My Red Glasses is Off to Italy Again with BPP Tours……Big News We Had Some Spaces Open Up

Ready to have a fun time and make your dream of Italy come true......do not miss this chance!

Wednesday, July 19th, 2023

Take a look above…..our Tuscany Trip, Fall 2022; such a great time we had! So many of you have asked me over the years that I have collaborated with BPP Tours, about these trips we take to Tuscany. Well, here it is and its such an amazing opportunity that rarely happens. Due to some personal […]

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Shopping

How To Shop the 2023 Nordstrom Anniversary Sale

We're focusing on dresses, but there are so many great deals!

Monday, July 17th, 2023

Today is the day! The much-anticipated Nordstrom Anniversary Sale is here. From fashion to beauty, this annual sale has become a favorite among shoppers. On a recent trip to the Galleria, I found myself strolling through Nordstrom, taking in their wonderful product selection, so I was intrigued to see what their Anniversary Sale had to […]

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Dining

Bari Ristorante Italiano…Newest River Oaks District Dining Spot

My Second Visit........The 2nd Time is Definitely the Charmer!

Friday, June 16th, 2023
Bari opening 2023

I was later than most to visit Bari Ristorante Italiano, the newest addition to River Oaks District, due to some time conflicts I had but I have made up for it with two visits in the last two weeks. This newest intro into the Italian fine dining scene here in Houston, immediately struck me with […]

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Events

A Night of Remembrance and Inspiration at Holocaust Museum Houston

Houston Gathers to Honor Outstanding Individuals at LBJ Moral Courage Award Dinner

Tuesday, May 30th, 2023

On May 11, 2023, I had the privilege of attending the Holocaust Museum Houston’s annual Lyndon Baines Johnson Moral Courage Award Dinner. It was an inspiring event that honored two amazing scientists, Drs. Peter Hotez and Maria Elena Bottazzi, for their groundbreaking work in vaccine development. The night was made even more memorable with a […]

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Events

Italian Cultural Community Center Kicks off Songs & Styles of Italy Fall Fashion Show & Lu...

Neiman Marcus is the Setting to Announce Event Guests of Honor Yours Truly and my brother Steve Tyrell

Wednesday, May 24th, 2023
ICCC Luncheon Kickoff 2023

This past week, as the Italian Cultural and Community Center (ICCC) kicked off its fall luncheon, I couldn’t help but feel a profound sense of gratitude for my family and heritage. Alongside my brother, Steve Tyrell, I am deeply honored to be recognized at this extraordinary luncheon, which promises to be an unforgettable celebration of […]

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Events

A Night to Remember: Hermann Park’s Evening in the Park Makes History

Record-breaking fundraising event raises over $1 million for the Hermann Park Conservancy.

Wednesday, May 10th, 2023
V-evening in the park 2023

On a perfect spring evening, Houstonians decked out in their finest cocktail attire descended upon the Molly Ann Smith Plaza at Hermann Park. The occasion? The highly-anticipated Evening in the Park gala. Held on April 28, 2023, this year’s 20th anniversary gala set a new record by raising over $1 million for the care and […]

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Dining

“I’ll Have What She’s Having”: The Jewish Deli Exhibit May 5-August 13

Holocaust Museum Houston Opening Exhibit featuring the Deli-Culture in America.....a retrospective!

Monday, May 8th, 2023

As someone who is a deli-diner for years and loves any reason to visit and indulge in all of the treats found in so many of the best delis in the country, I didn’t hesitate when I heard that Houston’s own “Deli-man” Ziggy Gruber was hosting a tasting and preview of the newest exhibit to […]

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Fashion

The 2023 Met Gala Goes Chic Honoring Karl Lagerfeld’s Lasting Legacy

A stylish soirée honoring Lagerfeld's enduring impact on the world of fashion.

Tuesday, May 2nd, 2023

This Monday, the 2023 Met Gala took center stage at the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York City, with celebrities, designers, influencers, and fashion insiders gathering to honor the late, great Karl Lagerfeld. The theme of this year’s event, “In Honor of Karl,” celebrated the iconic designer’s legacy, with the red carpet showcasing numerous […]

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