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Timing is everything: Famed designer's new watch collection has a wealth of family connections

Tory Burch has officially gone into the watch business. In conjunction with her company's 10th anniversary, the designer has introduced a collection of watches in seven styles — each named after a member of her family and containing distinctive design elements, including the iconic double T-logo.

The watches, assembled in Switzerland in a partnership with Fossil, range in price from $350 to $995. The styles include:

The Tory
Named for Burch, it features a round dial in various colors, including signature orange, on a link bracelet band.

The Reva
Named for Burch's mother (just as the iconic Reva ballet flat is), the watch features a double-T logo dial and leather band in a host of colors.

The Buddy Classic & Signature
Named for Burch's father, the vintage-looking watch has a rectangular dial and comes with single or double leather straps.

The Izzie
A round watchface is inlaid in a bold, clear case with geometric fretwork, which is a recurring motif in Burch's designs. It's named for the designer's stepdaughter.

The Sawyer
Our favorite is this Art Deco-etched watch which is encased in a gold cuff. The idea is based on a cuff that was a precious gift from her grandmother and is named for Burch's son.

The Limited Edition Robinson
To celebrate Burch's 10-year anniversary, she created a gold watch accented with lapis and signed on the back. Only 500 have been produced. Robinson was Burch's maiden name.

The Sawyer

Photo courtesy of Tory Burch

The Sawyer

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Irish retailer Primark brings discount clothing to first Houston store

Photo courtesy of Primark

U.K. retailer Primark, brings its low priced, trend heavy fashion to the Houston market for the first time.

European import Primark is finally landing in the Houston area. Shoppers will be able to score budget-friendly finds at Katy Mills Mall when the fast-fashion giant, known for leaning into trend-forward clothing, opens its doors on Thursday, November 20.

The brand started in Dublin in 1969 under the name Penney's before switching to Primark to avoid competition with U.S. heavyweight J.C. Penny's as it expanded outside Ireland. Today, it operates in 11 countries with 470 stores worldwide, including over 175 in the United Kingdom. Its largest outpost in Birmingham is a massive 161,000 square feet covering five floors.

While the store can't compete with the U.K. version's size, coming in at 30,000 square feet, the prices more than make up for it. Shoppers can expect women's denim starting at $12, men's t-shirts at $5, and kids' sweatshirts at $8. For about the price of a family meal at the food court, shoppers can pull together looks for the whole crew. In terms of quality, price, and style, its biggest competitors are H&M and Zara.

primark Shoppers will line up at Katy Mills Mall as Primark opens its first Houston area store on November 20.Photo courtesy of Primark/Instagram

The Katy opening is Primark's third Texas location, following McAllen and El Paso, and is part of the company's expansion across the United States. New stores are rolling out in Illinois and in Grapevine next month. In a statement, Primark U.S. President Kevin Tulip said, "These vibrant retail destinations in Texas reflect the incredible demand we're seeing across the country for affordability without sacrifice. As we continue to grow, we remain laser-focused on delivering unbeatable value and fashion that fits every family's lifestyle."

To celebrate the grand opening, Primark will offer a weekend of fun, family-friendly activities, including live music, giveaways, and delicious treats for early-bird arrivals. Shoppers will find a full mix of women's and men's fashion, kids' clothing, accessories, homeware, and beauty once the doors open at Katy Mills on November 20.

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