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    The Oscars of fashion design

    Jacobs, Karan or Wang? Help our expert mark his ballot for the CFDA FashionAwards

    Clifford Pugh
    May 25, 2010 | 9:21 am
    • Alexis Bittar cuff
    • Marc Jacobs
    • suit by Tom Ford
    • Prabal Gurung dress
      Photo by Stefan Gosatti/Getty Images for Mercedes-Benz
    • Alexander Wang leopard wedge
    • Marc Jacobs sandal

    I'm honored to be among the select group of writers to nominate and vote for the winners of the Council of Fashion Designers of America Fashion Awards. It's the Oscars of fashion. The ballots are stamped with a Voter ID to prevent duplicates and an official accounting firm (Ernst & Young) does the tabulation. It's all very exciting.

    But I'm in a quandry over who to vote for. My ballot is due by Friday. Can you help me out?

    The winners in these six categories will be announced at a lavish ceremony in New York on June 7. Just like in the Oscars voting, past relationships, perceived snubs and the likeability factor play a role in who wins the fashion awards. But it really boils down to talent, so you can judge the designs in each nominee's look book.

    Womenswear Designer of the Year

    Marc Jacobs

    Donna Karan

    Alexander Wang

    Jacobs won the award in 1992 and 1997; Karan was honored in 1990 and 1996. Wang is the new kid on the block so he might win, particularly since CFDA president Diane von Furstenberg is his mentor, but I'm not impressed by his techno-urban designs. Also Wang and Karan are very New York-centric; they invite hardly any of the regional press to their fashion shows.

    But even if they did, I'd still go for Jacobs in this category. He's the most influential designer in the United States and sets the trends every season. He's past due to be honored again. But I bet Karan wins.

    Menswear Designer of the Year

    Michael Bastian

    Tom Ford

    Marcus Wainwright & David Neville for Rag & Bone

    Ford is likely to be the hands-down winner. His menswear line is expertly crafted but it reminds me a lot of his Gucci heyday. Also, I harbor some bruised feelings since he once stormed out of an interview because he didn't like a question I asked. I'm leaning toward Rag & Bone designers Wainwright and Neville because their well-made classic looks always have a fresh twist.

    Accessory Designer of the Year

    Alexis Bittar

    Lazaro Hernandez & Jack McCollough for Proenza Schouler

    Marc Jacobs

    Call me biased, but I think the accessory designer award should go to someone who designs them on a full-time basis. Jacobs and the Proenza Schouler guys are primarily clothing designers, although Jacobs makes a busload of money from accessories — that's where the big bucks are made in the fashion business. And his shiny, space-age looking sandals are groovy. Even so, I'm disposed to vote for Bittar because he's a full-time jewelry designer whose creations are intriguing. Plus, he's dating a friend of mine from Texas.

    The next three awards go to relative newcomers, who are considered to have potential to be the next big thing:

    Swarovski Award for Womenswear

    Joseph Altuzarra

    Prabal Gurung

    Jason Wu

    I'm frankly not that familiar with Altuzarra, although I like his clean designs. Jason Wu was plucked from obscurity when Michelle Obama wore his white off-the-shoulder gown to the inaugural balls in 2009. Obama also recently put Gurung in the spotlight when she wore one of his creations. It's a toss-up; I'm leaning toward Gurung's modern, 21st-century looks.

    Swarovski Award for Menswear

    Richard Chai

    Patrik Ervell

    Simon Spurr

    All three talented designers make fine-looking menswear. But Spurr's collection is the most dandy-riffic.

    Swarovski Award for Accessory Design

    Eddie Borgo

    Dana Lorenz

    Alexander Wang

    Wang will likely win in this category if he doesn't score as designer of the year. He created a killer leopard wedge, but I'm partial to Borgo's studded crystal cuffs.

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    GLOW GOALS

    6 top Houston spas pampering moms with Mother’s Day specials

    Gabi De la Rosa
    Apr 28, 2026 | 12:30 pm
    Trellis Spa Indoor Soaking Pool
    Photo by Lauren Holub Photography
    A luxurious spa day is the ultimate Mother’s Day gift, with Houston hotspots offering everything from glow-boosting facials to full-body wellness escapes.

    Whether you treat Mother's Day as a clichéd holiday or a well-earned excuse to indulge, one gift never misses: a luxurious day at the spa. This year, Houston's top spas and wellness spots are rolling out the red carpet for every type of mother. For those who are skincare-obsessed or moms in serious need of a reset, consider these curated treatments, limited-time packages, and wellness experiences to help unwind, recharge, and genuinely feel appreciated.

    Altered States Wellness
    Perfect for moms who would rather reset than sit through another brunch, Altered States Wellness is offering several feel-good experiences. The studio's limited-time offerings include Mom's Solo Escape with a mix of infrared sauna, float therapy, and a FarmHouse Fresh skincare gift bag. Mom's and Mimosas is a shared session featuring sauna, cold plunge, red light therapy, compression boots, and bubbly.

    Biologique Recherche
    For mothers who have it all and are skincare devotees, cult-favorite Biologique Recherche in River Oaks District offers treatments and serums backed by both beauty and science. Leading the lineup is Soin Seconde Peau, a 90-minute treatment inspired by medical-grade products that boosts skin renewal, enhances repair, and visibly smooths wrinkles. Just in time for Mother's Day, the Parisian brand also recently launched Sérum Spectral, which reinforces the skin's own capacity to adjust and recover from daily light exposure through three nature-derived active ingredients, including arctic lingonberry, schisandra berries, and indirubin.

    Blushington
    The first Houston location of Blushington recently opened in River Oaks, and now Houstonians can look forward to booking everything from signature blowouts and styling to special occasion hair, extensions and wig styling, makeup services, and brow and lash tinting. For skin-savvy moms, Blushington also offers skincare services with products from Dr. Neal Schultz's Beauty Rx, including the BeautyRx Peel Bar, along with focused treatments for the face, neck, and décolleté, hands, and under-eye areas.

    Hotel ZaZa, Memorial City
    Just in time for Mother's Day, ZaSpa is offering a Summer of Spa package for those who book any signature massage, facial, or body treatment. The package includes all-day access to Hotel ZaZa's pool and amenities, including complimentary valet parking, towel service and lockers, infrared sauna access, and poolside food and handcrafted cocktails available for purchase.

    Skin Laundry
    Skin Laundry is now open in The Woodlands. Just like its counterpart at M-K-T, the new location will offer medical-grade laser facials designed to improve skin tone, texture, and clarity in 15–30 minute sessions. The brand is known for its non-invasive treatments, which support long-term skin health through accessible, consistent care. Some of the most popular treatments include the Signature Laser Facial, Resurfacing Facial, and the Power Signature Facial. The Signature Laser Facial is available to first-time clients for $50.

    Trellis Spa
    This Mother's Day, Trellis Spa is featuring a lineup of indulgent experiences that feel like a destination getaway. Created as a “boarding pass” to relaxation, each package is a journey that combines therapeutic treatments in a luxurious spa setting. Options range from a quick reset to an all-day retreat.

    The Grand Voyage is a 100-minute experience featuring an AgeWell Massage and AgeWell Facial, while The Serenity Sojourn stretches to 150 minutes with a CMD cocoon ritual and CBD pedicure. For those prepared to fully unplug, the Continental Luxe offers 275 minutes of pampering with a customized massage, a Trellis Facial, and a Diamond Luxe pedicure. At the top end, The Citrus Riviera offers a 300-minute escape complete with a customized massage, facial, and seasonal Blood Orange pedicure, making it the ultimate way to spend Mother’s Day without ever leaving Houston.

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