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It’s all shopping and fashion shows these days and that’s just fine with us, especially when one of Houston’s favorite designers stages her latest show and a new lifestyle center is springing forward with a fresh outdoor market. And while you’re at it, why not get buffed and polished for less during Spa Week?

Spa Week Steals and Deals

Swimsuit season looms before us, so gym time is a must, but there are likely some body parts that require a little TLC after a winter of being underwraps. SpaWeek is a national event held in cities across the country that offers various treatments for a flat $50.

Seventeen area spas are participating this year including ZaSpa at the Hotel ZaZa, Bella Rinova Salon and Spa, The Spa at the Four Seasons Hotel, Balance Urban Spa and Bliss Nail Spa. Contact the spa directly to book the treatments that range from massages and facials to refloxology and bikini wax. Spa Week runs April 12-18 and appointments book fast.

CityCentre’s Spring Fling

There will be plenty of air-conditioned shopping come June, so enjoy the great outdoors at CityCentre’s Spring Market Saturday and Sunday in the plaza. Glam girl items like clothing, jewelry and handbags, plus handmade soaps, candles, art, pottery and other arts and crafts items are part of the sale which runs from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Saturday and noon to 5 p.m. Sunday.

Dao sees the light in new collection

It’s only appropriate designer Chloe Dao would title her Spring 2010 fashion show “Lightness” since her fall “Destruction, Death and Rebirth” exhibition was heavy on somber hues and structure. Despite the dark themes of her last fashion show at the Four Seasons Hotel, the event sold out and was standing room only, so even though she doesn’t unveil her newest collection until Saturday, April 17, it’s wise to snag a runway seat early.

Dao has moved her show to Warehouse Live for more space, plus a pre-event sponsors' exhibit room and an after-party. Seated tickets are $35, general admission tickets are $20 and include drink specials.

The designer always donates a portion of the ticket sales to charity and has chosen The Fairy Godmother Project, a non-profit providing free prom dresses and tuxedo rentals to students in need, as her spring show beneficiary. Tickets are available at WareHouse Live and at Dao's Lot 8 boutique.

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RODEO ROYALTY

Bun B debuts exclusive Western streetwear collab at RodeoHouston

Photo by BFA for Crown Royal

Bun B takes the RodeoHouston stage in style, debuting an exclusive Western streetwear collab with Purple Brand and Crown Royal.

Houston's rodeo scene got a hefty dose of Western-meets-streetwear flair as Bun B took the RodeoHouston stage in style during his highly anticipated concert on March 7. Since 2022, the rap icon has been turning heads with custom outfits styled by Luke Cosby, co-founder of Purple Brand. But this year, some of Bun B's looks weren't just exclusive; they inspired his capsule collection with Purple Brand and Crown Royal, making his performance a combination of music, fashion, and culture.

"Performing at the Rodeo is an honor, and I love every aspect of creating that show. I look forward to my on-stage look every year, and trust Purple will create something that I love," Bun B shared in a statement. "Being able to bring two brands I respect together to form this unique look and create a collection inspired by those looks, made this Rodeo even more special."

The capsule collection, available at Purple Brand's Galleria boutique and online, consists of three pieces, including the Crown Royal x Purple Brand Jeff Hamilton Varsity Jacket, Crown Royal x Purple Brand Bun B Signature Poncho, and Crown Royal x Purple Brand Graphic Tee. According to Cosby, every detail was carefully curated for a one-of-a-kind look. Premium wool, leather accents, and bold embellishments blend rich texture with modern streetwear elements.

The collection is available online and in Purple Brand's Galleria boutique. Photo by BFA for Crown Royal

"The collection was heavily inspired by Crown Royal and Bun B himself, his dynamic stage presence, his legacy in Houston, and the Western aesthetic that defines the Rodeo," Cosby tells CultureMap. "We took cues from classic rodeo fashion, Crown Royal branding and colors. The poncho, for example, is a recreation of the standout piece Bun wore on stage last year, blending tradition with contemporary design. Each piece reflects Houston's culture while feeling fresh and elevated."

Net proceeds from the collection and other events in the Crown Royal Saloon & Showroom during the Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo will be donated to Soldiers' Angels' LA Wildfire Relief Fund, supporting fire relief efforts for veterans in the Los Angeles area.

The Crown Royal x Purple Brand collab features luxe textures, bold embellishments, and undeniable Houston energy.Photo by BFA for Crown Royal

"As a long-time sponsor of the RodeoHouston, it was important to elevate our presence by extending our partnership to leaders in the community. Bun B is a Houston legend. His presence at RodeoHouston and annual Birthday Bonanza is a highly anticipated moment that unites the city," Hadley Schafer, vice president of Crown Royal, tells CultureMap." In our second year partnering with Bun B, we are thrilled to evolve our partnership in a way that pays homage to rodeo tradition and the Houston community."

Photo by BFA for Crown Royal

Bun B takes the RodeoHouston stage in style, debuting an exclusive Western streetwear collab with Purple Brand and Crown Royal.

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