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Where to shop in Houston: Best Black Friday, Cyber Monday, Small Business Saturday, and Giving Tuesday deals

Last holiday season, we helped you navigate shopping during a pandemic; this season, we’re helping you cross off everyone on your list in the midst of global supply chain disruptions and shipping delays — thanks to some haute Houston purveyors.

Our 2021 roundup of Black Friday, Small Business Saturday, Cyber Monday, and Giving Tuesday offers up plenty of local deals; stylish Houstonians can expect sizzling discounts on good, services, and even rides. Get those credit cards ready, shoppers.

Accel Lifestyle
Take 40 percent off Accel Lifestyle's odor-free, antibacterial tees and tanks through Monday, November 29. The local brand hardly offers discounts, so now's the chance to shop this Black Friday and Cyber Monday deal. Discount is automatically applied at checkout.

Alto
The elevated rideshare company is offering a Black Friday sale on its annual memberships. Download the app to get started and on Black Friday only, Houstonians can purchase the yearly membership for $77.50, which is a 50-percent discount off the full price.

BURDLIFE
Coveted jewelry line is offering up to 50 percent off sitewide and in-store, at M-K-T, 600 N. Shepherd Dr., Building 1. No code needed; promotion ends Sunday, November 28.

Chloe Dao
The Project Runway Season 2 winner is offering 40 percent off full-price items online and at her Rice Village boutique. Use code BF2021 at checkout.

Cotidié
Looking for business casual attire that moves with you? This local women's line is designed with athletic technical fabrics and shoppers can take 25 percent off sitewide. No code needed.

Cutloose Hair
Get your hair ready for the holidays with 20 percent off products in-store and online on Small Business Saturday (November 27).

Exiza
Stylish shoppers can enjoy 20 percent off of cool looks at Reagan Bregman’s hip and affordable athleisure line plus free shipping. The promotion is part of Bregman’s #HolidayswithExiza 10 days of giveaways and deals.

Some added value: Shoppers who participate in the #HolidayswithExiza deal are instantly entered to win a staycation at Four Seasons downtown, plus a dinner credit at the new posh in-house Toro Toro steakhouse.

54 Thrones
Last year, Christina Funke Tegbe’s beauty brand made Oprah’s namesake list of Favorite Things, and this year, the local line landed in Sephora. Right now, take advantage of these coveted products with 20 percent off sitewide.

Flea at Silver Street
The curated indoor market featuring handmade and vintage goods is hosting its Holiday Flea at M-K-T Friday, November 26 through Sunday, November 28. There will be over 75 vendors to shop from for everyone on your holiday list.

Frank Rich Co.
The men’s luxury line is offering up to 60 percent off remaining Champion Court Shorts, So Help Me God tee, and the newly released heavyweight Anti long-sleeve tee.

Hemline
The women’s contemporary clothing boutique is kicking off the shopping deals on Purple Wednesday (November 24) with 30 percent off everything at their five Houston-area locations, including River Oaks, Rice Village, CityCentre, The Heights, and The Woodlands.

Doors open at 9 am on Black Friday for their Beat the Clock sale. Shoppers can enjoy 40 percent off the first hour, 30 percent off the second hour, 20 percent off the third hour, and 15 percent off the remainder of the day.

On Cyber Monday, all purchases over $200 will receive $40 off when shopping online.

House of Bobbi
Stop by the House of Bobbi storefront in the Galleria for big, bold, and beautiful accessories and take 25 percent off storewide through Saturday, November 27.

House of Takura
The lifestyle brand focused on high-end and unique designs that tell a story of African traditions and Western influences is hosting live shopping shows on their Facebook on Black Friday. Founder, Annette Njau is offering Houstonians 20 percent off everything with code TAKE20 Thursday, November 25 through Monday, November 29.

Imperial
A hot Houston vintage and streetwear shop is offering 20 percent off site and store wide at 1840 Westheimer Rd. Additionally, shoppers can expect weekend-long steals, including $30 items on Black Friday, $20 items on Small Business Saturday, and $10 items on Sunday.

J. Landa
Through Sunday, November 28, enjoy 25 percent off purchases in-store and online with code THANKFUL25.

Kendra Scott
Through Monday, November 29, the Texas jewelry brand is having its best sale ever. Shop best-selling gifts and the new holiday collections at 30 percent off and take 25 percent off all Fine Jewelry and Sterling Silver collections.

Kick Pleat
The Upper Kirby women's boutique is offering up to 40 percent off its coveted brands, including Proenza Schouler, Marni, Rosetta Getty, and more.

leMel
The timeless jewelry line is gifting shoppers with a leMel gift card for every amount spent. Through Monday, November 29, spend $250 or more, get $20; spend $500 or more, get $50; spend $1,000 or more, get $150; and on all orders $1,500 or more, get $300.

Léránt
Get your home ready for the holidays with seasonal china, tableware, candles, and fun decor. The store will also be discounting select candles and children's clothing at 50 percent off Black Friday and Small Business Saturday. Gift wrapping is available.

Lindsey Leigh Jewelry
Through Monday, November 29 at 11:59 pm, Lindsey Leigh Jewelry is offering 20 percent off sitewide and in-store at 800 Taft St. Discounts are automatically applied at checkout. Shop in-store Monday, November 29 from 10 am to 5 pm, no appointment needed.

Olmox
The fine filigree jewelry line is offering 15 percent off all earrings on Black Friday and Small Business Saturday. No code needed.

PUCCI Café & Pet Boutique
Pet cafe and boutique is opening later this year in LaCenterra at Cinco Ranch, but pet lovers can shop online now. On Cyber Monday, use the promo code CYBER15 for 15 percent off site wide.

RoundHouse Vintage
Shop unique vintage finds at 25 percent off at RoundHouse Vintage this Black Friday. Located inside The Tipping Point, at 214 Travis St., Suite A.

Shaftel Diamonds
On Giving Tuesday (November 30), Shaftel Diamonds will donate 20 percent of its evening proceeds to Sky High for Kids. Stop by to shop from 4:30 - 6:30 pm at the Tanglewood showroom.

SkinSpirit
Rice Village's new med spa is offering a fabulous discount on its skincare brands - buy two, receive the third 50 percent off.

Source Vitál Apothecary
Source Vitál Apothecary is kicking off the holiday season and supporting small businesses by hosting their first annual Holiday Market at 1291 N. Post Oak Rd, Suite 125.

On Black Friday, Small Business Saturday, and Cyber Monday they will be offering discounts on Source Vitál and Sir Vitál products. In addition, Source Vitál will be hosting three raffles and giveaways each day throughout the Holiday Market.

Retail customers receive 40 percent off and professionals will receive 15 percent off in-store Source Vitál and Sir Vitál Products, excluding holiday and starter kits, and travel sizes.

Sun Patrol Swimwear
Summer will be here before you know it, and Sun Patrol Swimwear is offering 60 percent off its entire collection with code BF2021 at checkout.

Womxn on the Moon
From Thursday, November 25 through Tuesday, November 30 resin jewelry lovers can enjoy 25 percent off sitewide with code BLACKFRIDAY.

Score 25 percent off all handmade resin jewelry from Womxn on the Moon.

Photo courtesy of Womxn on the Moon/Facebook

Score 25 percent off all handmade resin jewelry from Womxn on the Moon.

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CLOSET CLEANSE

6 Houston style pros dish on what fashion trends to keep, store, or donate

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Bold accessories and statement handbags are just two of the recommendations from Houston's most stylish tastemakers.

If Houston closets could talk, they would be begging for a little breathing room in 2026. With the goal of a wardrobe that feels up-to-date, personal, and very wearable, chasing microtrends is a thing of the past, while editing with purpose is definitely en vogue.

To help separate the one-hit wonders from the wardrobe staples, we've sought advice from some of Houston's most plugged-in style makers on their keep, store, and donate lists. Their recommendations cover voluminous silhouettes, bold accessories, and a collective agreement that some trends have officially overstayed their warm Bayou City welcome. This fashionable group offers a clear and very stylish path forward for the year ahead.

Luisa Babarczy, Co-Founder of South to North

Keep: We’ll continue to see volume in bottoms as a leading trend in 2026: Balloon pants, barrel denim, and wide leg pants.

Store: Ultra-minimal jewelry is taking a back seat, and this year is all about maximalist, bold statement pieces, including brooches, chunky layered necklaces, oversized rings, and stacked bangles. Minimal jewelry will always circle back because it’s a timeless aesthetic, but for now, the mood has definitely shifted toward volume and personality.

Donate: Ultra-micro handbags. Although they were a major trend in 2025, 2026 is shifting toward medium and larger handbags that balance practicality with style. Pieces that comfortably fit everyday essentials while still feeling fashion-forward and event-ready.

Lindsay Curtis and Elin Jackson, Owners of Golden

Keep: Invest in button-down tailored shirts like Frank & Eileen classics, the COH Kayla shirt, and Secular Rene. You can’t go wrong with colors like white, blue, or pastels.

Store: A must to look like you're updated is storing bulky sneakers and switching to sneakerinas.

Donate: Save barrel jeans and coated jeans for winter and switch to new spring denim styles like Frame slim palazzo with the front pocket or Rag & Bone Miramar joggers with a stripe.

Chloe Dao, Founder of Chloe Dao

Keep: First and foremost, I don’t really believe there’s one dominant trend anymore. Over the past few years, style has become much more individual, influenced by a wide range of platforms and sources of inspiration. Because of that, I always recommend keeping well-tailored pieces. Great tailoring never goes out of style. If you have a jacket that makes you feel polished and confident, always keep it — never give it away. Get it tailored and get the fit right. Especially with a jacket, it’s instant polish.

Store: I think fitted/skinny jeans are worth storing. They may not be the most on-trend right now, since barrel-leg and wider styles are more popular, but I truly believe they’ll come back. Straight-leg or slightly fitted jeans always look polished when styled properly.

Donate: Donate low-rise jeans or give them to your daughters. This style is coming back, but unless you have the body of a gym bunny or a rock star, they are brutal. Also, donate Labubus. I personally think they are hideous and such a trend.

Thy Mitchell, Founder of Foreign Fare

Keep: A tailored, elevated travel set. Polished matching tops and bottoms in breathable, wrinkle-resistant fabrics are versatile, flattering, and effortless. They work as well on a flight as they do at a meeting, dinner, or running errands.

Store: Slim-cut denim. Taking a pause as relaxed silhouettes lead, but they will return because they are a sleek, boot-friendly staple.

Donate: Logo overload. For me, when the branding is louder than the design, it usually doesn’t stand the test of time.

Paulina Padilla, Wardrobe Stylist and Fashion Consultant

Keep: Accessories. Keep any accessory with a special detail or one of a kind, whether it’s a fringe jacket, a sparkly brooch to pin on a blazer, a unique evening bag, a cool scarf to wrap around your waist, or throw over your shoulders. These are great pieces to instantly elevate a simple outfit. Carefully edit your accessories because they complete the look.

Store: Sadly, a peplum or bubble hem. I love them, but they unfortunately come and go. Asymmetrical hemlines are replacing them for the moment. Hang on to them, though, because these cuties will come back.

Donate: Toss overly distressed denim. I’ve been styling my clients in clean denim for the last few years, so it’s refreshing to see this trend leave. Clean washes just look more expensive and are 100 percent more chic, polished, and effortless.

Elaine Turner, Founder of Edit by Elaine Turner

Keep: A classic pleated midi skirt. The midi skirt has been a strong statement in fashion for a few seasons now, and I feel it has become just as important as your favorite go-to dress. Midi skirts also give you the opportunity to mix and match and create your individual statement through layering.

Store: I always recommend holding on to treasured accessory pieces that evoke a sense of ladylike nostalgia. A top-handle bag that has been passed down by your mother or grandmother, an antique brooch, or your favorite, classic silk scarf — these timeless accessories never truly go out of style and deserve a permanent place in your wardrobe. Not only do they carry sentimental value, but we’re also seeing many of these elements re-emerge on the runways this season, styled in fresh, modern ways.

Donate: Overly distressed denim, especially exaggerated styles with heavy rips and slashes, are best left behind. These pieces were very much tied to a specific moment and don’t translate well into the more refined, intentional direction fashion is moving toward.

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