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Houston's hottest fashion bloggers reveal all: Or at least, their spring fashion secrets

It's only a matter of time before Houston waves goodbye to this drag of a winter and says hello to warmer weather, lighter clothing and more sun. With spring around the corner, now is the time to get some wardrobe inspiration. This season, take a break from the fashion magazines and check out some of Houston's very own fashionistas.

We rounded up a few of Houston's hottest bloggers and style icons to find a piece of spring that can work for any woman.

From the runway to your closet

The "rocker-chic meets Pierrot" Beth Muecke of Bethielife, loves to take styles from the runway and make them her own. Trends such as "out of the ordinary" animal prints and bright neoprene found their way into her closet this season. Beth's go-to outfit this spring includes her signature look: A mini skirt, paired with a cute animal-face top. For the colorful and bold dressers, this look will take you well into the new season.

Modern safari is another great trend that is hot off of the runway. Issa Chou, editor of fashion blog We Wear Things , says modern safari is something that she's excited to wear this season. A khaki trench dress or even a light jacket paired with a skirt is a go-to this season.

Classic patterns and colors

Spring fashion has almost become synonymous with patterns like floral. This season is no different, but some style savvy Houstonians incorporate tried and true patterns into their 2015 wardrobe.

Floral may be tried and true, but House of Harper's Caroline Knapp says gingham is the true hallmark spring plaid. Knapp, who recently relocated from New York City to Houston, still finds herself incorporating New York corporate style into her wardrobe. With gingham, she suggests pairing darker gingham patterns with either more gingham or a neutral colored top. Avoid red gingham to avoid resembling a picnic table.

When Mills isn't blogging classic outfits, she's an oil and gas accountant.

You can never go wrong with stripes, according to style blogger, Wendy Perez. The native Houstonian likes to elevate a simple boxy striped tee by adding a statement necklace. For Perez, it's important for style to comfortable yet chic. To dress it down, add a pair of pink laced shorts. For a night out on the town, switch the shorts for skinny jeans, add a blazer and some pumps.

White continues to be a perfect color this spring, according to Lauren Mills of Sunday Beach. When Mills isn't blogging classic outfits, she's an oil and gas accountant.

The Sunday Beach spring formula? Switch out your dark denim and blazers for sleek, lighter tones. For example, a white blazer adds more options to your more professional wardrobe while white jeans give any outfit a fresh spring look.

Versatile, effortless pieces

It's always good to make sure that for every trendy item in your closet, there is a go-to piece that transcends the seasons. MusicianHannah Anderson, who has a unique Instagram that showcases her style,believes her style is ever-evolving. Anderson gravitates towards pieces that can transition into various seasons such as over-sized tunics and dresses. Pair the tunic with loose fitting bottoms and sneakers, and you'll encapsulate the easy going vibe ofspring.

For those who love to be comfortable in what they wear but still look good, this "gym to the office look" is just for you.

In accordance with the trendless style, a Skargorn tee is an essential piece for your closet. Christina Sun — a Houston-based online boutique owner of Sunchild and blogger — wears the Skargorn #61 tee shirt year round, but this season's Sunchild x Skargorn Heart Tee, adds a touch of Spring and can go with anything. While the tee shirt boasts incredible versatility, Sun says to pair the heart tee with slim pants and oxfords this spring.

Mules

Ladies, the mules are back! For Houston style blogger and recent mommy Shay Moné, the most exciting thing about this spring is the resurgence of mules. A pair of black mules, Shay says, is the perfect addition for the woman who loves to style classic pieces with a bit of an edge.

Starting from the bottom up, pair your mules with a great pair of skinny trousers and an oversized blouse. For the cooler days of the season, throw on an oversized jacket for the complete look.

Athleisure

For those who love to be comfortable in what they wear but still look good, this "gym to the office look" is just for you. For Julie Weinstein, from popular fashion and lifestyle blog From Prosecco to Plaid, athleisure is more of a lifestyle than a trend.

Athleisure is a medley of comfort and casual style. A way to channel this laid back lifestyle in your wardrobe would be leather track pants, a chambray top and van slip-on shoes.

Spring, we're ready for you.

Caroline Knapp of lifestyle blog House of Harper [http: /houseofharper.com] believes gingham is the best plaid to wear this spring.

Photo by Cody Bess

Caroline Knapp of lifestyle blog House of Harper [http: /houseofharper.com] believes gingham is the best plaid to wear this spring.

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Florence Pugh proves her stardom yet again in A Good Person

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Florence Pugh in A Good Person.

The rise of Florence Pugh has been pretty astonishing to witness. After gaining acclaim for her film debut in 2016’s Lady Macbeth, the actor has gone back-and-forth between mainstream and art fare, starring in films as disparate as Fighting with My Family, Midsommar, Black Widow, and Little Women, for which she earned an Oscar nomination.

Now, thanks to her former romantic partner Zach Braff, she has another intense leading part to add to her filmography in A Good Person. Pugh plays Allison, a young, music-loving pharmaceutical rep who’s engaged to be married to Nathan (Chinaza Uche). One day, however, she’s involved in a car accident that winds up killing Molly (Nichelle Hines) and Jesse (Onwumere), her would-be sister- and brother-in-law.

The bulk of the film takes place a year after the accident, as Allison is still struggling with pain resulting from the crash and the grief/guilt over the deaths. Simultaneously, Daniel (Morgan Freeman) is doing his best to raise Molly and Jesse’s daughter, Ryan (Celeste O’Connor), and deal with his long estrangement from Nathan. A search for help with addiction for both Allison and Daniel leads them into a tentative friendship.

Written and directed by Braff (Garden State), the film touches on its serious issues in a deft manner. While Allison’s depressive state sends her down a bunch of tough roads for both her and the audience, the film is balanced with lighter moments, many of them courtesy of Allison’s mom, Diane (Molly Shannon). As much as the film is a meditation on how – and how not – to handle grief, it thrives on Allison’s various relationships, and scenes with each of the main co-stars build those bonds nicely.

Smaller details, like Allison riding her bike everywhere because she’s afraid to drive, pay dividends as well. Riding her bike causes her to show up sweaty and out-of-breath in multiple scenes, adding to the haggard and withdrawn look she maintains for most of the film. There can be a certain cliché in how someone acts when they’re trying to portray the state Allison is in, but Pugh, Braff, and the filmmaking team are able to subvert that trope with their choices.

If there’s one fault to the film, it’s that Braff can’t quite land the plane on each of the characters’ stories. All of the stories are related to one another, so it’s difficult to untangle them. After spending most of the film keeping them relatively separate, a decision to bring them all together in a late scene feels rushed and unsatisfying. It doesn’t ruin the film, but it does lessen it to a degree.

Written for Pugh by Braff when they were still a couple, the film hinges on Pugh carrying most of emotional weight of the story, and she delivers in a big way. She eschews histrionics in favor of more subtle acting, and the result is powerful. The 85-year-old Freeman hasn’t had a meaty dramatic role like this in a long time, so it’s nice to see he still has it. Shannon, O’Connor, and Zoe Lister-Jones also elevate the story.

Though it’s early in the year, it’s not out of the realm of possibility that Pugh could snag an Oscar nomination for her performance in A Good Person. You could call it a star-making turn if she weren’t already a star; this just solidifies her place in Hollywood for years to come.

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A Good Person opened in theaters on March 24.

Photo by Jeong Park / Metro Goldwyn Mayer Pictures

Florence Pugh in A Good Person.

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Hottest Fashion Bloggers

Houston's hottest fashion bloggers reveal all: Or at least, their spring fashion secrets

Caroline Knapp of lifestyle blog House of Harper [http: /houseofharper.com] believes gingham is the best plaid to wear this spring.

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