Category Archives: Fashion

Rene Ruiz Makes His Way to Houston for 2 Reasons

I’m not sure how many of you know of Rene Ruiz, so I’m very excited to introduce (or re introduce) to you an extremely talented designer, but also one that holds a special place in my heart. Julie Bortnick here today, and for a long time now my mom and I have been major fans […]

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Amir Taghi Debuts Fall Winter Collection and Speaks to NYFW Debut

Amir Taghi Fall Winter collection debuts at Deborah Colton Gallery, Houston Houston based designer, Amir Taghi’s well-received, Fall Winter Collection is inspired by the opulence of the Persian culture.  Despite the beauty and feminism of the magnificent culture, the government’s regime restrains the splendor of details.  Amir visited Iran where he worked with women that […]

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Chic Summer Shades…..Sunglass Trends for Coming Months

The Trend in Summer Spectacles are all about color, shape, novelty as seen in this favorite Prada ad of mine that was our inspiration. As I am sure you have all noticed Eyewear has become a must have accessory for both guys & gals.  For someone who’s signature, My Red Glasses, has become eyewear over the […]

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Rolando Santana Brings His Sophisticated Fall 2014 Collection to Elizabeth Anthony…

Rolando Santana Brings His Sophisticated Fall 2014 Collection to Town, inspired by  Mexican born artist Gabriel Orozco Rolando Santana, the designer who wowed the Fashion Houston audience in November with his ultra-feminine, sophisticated collection was back in town recently at            Elizabeth Anthony/Esther Wolf with his Fall Collection, sharp in contrast […]

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Just in Time for Mom’s Day…a Visit to My London Flat!

Suzy Smith, resident of London for many years, brought back her many treasures to share with all in Texas……..The Lone Star Encounters the Union Jack! Upon visiting My London Flat, a charming British-filled Vintage haven on Persa whose Union Jack flag flies in front of her shop, how shocked was I to meet the proprietor, […]

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Oscar Night for the Fashion World…Met Gala 2014

Inauguration Ceremony for the Anna Wintour Costume Center at the  Metropolitan Museum of Art, New York City This year’s Met Gala, held on Monday evening, May 5th in Manhattan is widely referred to in the fashion biz as the Oscars of Fashion.  This year was very special in a couple of ways.  First of all, […]

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Big Change Up in Pants Styling: Wide Legs are Back

Hi, Monica here from Classy & Fabulous telling you about the newest trend in pants.  Skinny pants no more! After almost a decade long of this trend, it seems like designers are ready to refresh the trouser look with new styles on the runways.  Designers such as  Etro, Lyn Devon, 3.1 Philip Lim and Armani […]

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David Peck’s Spring/Summer 2014 Collection

David Peck Collection…..Desk-inations, as shown on March 1, 2014 David Peck, the Houston designer that gifted his entire staff with their AH-HAH moment at Fashion Houston last November by introducing them to the audience and sharing the spotlight with his #madeHere campaign staffers.  David took that presentation a step further by  launching his Spring/Summer collection […]

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Fashion Sneakers…Not Just for the Gym Anymore

Today we’re talking about a trend that has been seen around for a little while now, but this past fashion week it was all over the runways. Fashion sneakers are no longer just for the gym anymore. They are worn out and about, day and night. Monica Abney walks us through some of her favorite styles straight […]

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Could Spring Be Arriving….Finally?!

SPRING IS IN THE AIR It has seemed like it was never going to happen but there are hints that Spring is in the air and we felt it with some consistency for the first time this past week so we had to hit to the streets (always my favorite thing to do) and see […]

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