Shelby's Social Diary

Sexy beauty queens and a brainy former mayor help a newbie charity score an impressive windfall

By Shelby Hodge

02.16.15 | 3:13 pm

Raising a quarter of a million dollars with a first-time event is no small feat, but successful businesswoman Tammy Tran Nguyen did just that with KnowAutism's "Deep in the Heart ...

Zadok Jewelers hosts "Switzerland in Houston"

Zadok Jewelers

12.12.14

This showcase of world-renowned Swiss timepieces —including limited editions, museum collections and new models — features personal appearances by watch company executives.

Party Watch

Dazzling jewels floor would-be Santas: This party takes holiday bling to another level

By Shelby Hodge

12.04.14 | 2:35 pm

What: Zadok Jewelers Holiday Party. Where: The jewelry boutique on Post Oak Boulevard. The 411: Helene and Dror Zadok, along with their three sons and daughters-in-law, threw open the ...

A $500 Million Night

$500 million in jewels on display at a River Oaks mansion, putting security on edge

By Shelby Hodge

11.05.14 | 3:22 pm

Never, ever in Houston, maybe never in the modern world, has there been under one roof a beyond-dazzling collection of purchasable jewelry totaling half a billion dollars. Yes, that was a "b&q ...

Holiday Shopping Card Trunk Show

Zadok Jewelers

10.31.14 - 11.01.14

Join Zadok Jewelers for a holiday shopping experience with proceeds benefiting the American Cancer Society. The event features Longines and Monblanc, along with personal appearances by designe

Designer apperance and trunk show: Pomellato

Zadok Jewelers

09.17.14

Iconic Italian jewelry line Pomellato will showcase its Nudo collection. Brand ambassador Tilda Swinton will be onsite helping clients choose a piece that complements their look.

Shelby's Social Diary

Stunning jewelry dazzles at a glittering gala, ensures credit cards will be working overtime

By Shelby Hodge

12.11.13 | 5:29 pm

The ooh-la-la quotient was off the charts at Zadok Jewelers when the Zadok family pulled out the stops for their "All That Glitters" holiday party. Various jewelers sent a sleigh loa ...

Shelby's Social Diary

Tokyo, Beijing, Geneva and Houston: Swank, VIP-only tour makes time for a stop at Tony's

By Shelby Hodge

11.22.13 | 8:26 am

The 30th anniversary of F.P. Journe watches was reason enough for founder Francois-Paul Journe to head out on a world tour celebrating three decades of creating luxury Swiss timepieces. Before head ...

Beautiful Models Stun

Hot cars, fine watches and beautiful Italian models build LaFerrari anticipation

By Shelby Hodge

05.19.13 | 3:26 pm

Interesting how an enticing, limited-edition timepiece by Hublot can generate such must-have enthusiasm, not unlike the pent-up desire for hot wheels from Ferrari that are typically wait-liste ...

Shelby About Town

Partying among the jewels, a $2 million gift and A&M Coach Sumlin celebrated at lunch

By Shelby Hodge

05.10.13 | 10:51 am

We love a generous "thank you" party, particularly when the festivities take place in a setting filled with sparkling gems and major jewels. Case in point — the recent partnering be ...