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    december's best looks

    Where to shop in Houston: 12 best brands, boutiques, and must-haves for December

    Gabi De la Rosa
    Dec 5, 2023 | 9:40 am

    Yes, we all know that giving beats getting any day of the year. But let's be honest – the struggle is real when coming up with the perfect presents for everyone on that holiday list, bouncing from one shop to another, and then wrapping the mountain of presents.

    Fear not; we've rounded up the best spots in Houston to snag amazing gifts. From local brands and artisan markets to luxury items and pre-order specials, there is something for everyone this December.

    Alo Yoga

    Alo Yoga is now open in the Galleria on Level 1 near the Galleria Financial Center. The California brand, beloved by celebrities and fashion-forward yogis, is also well known as a street brand because of its comfortable, contemporary clothing.

    Balmain Paris

    Sip and shop with Rachel Clements in River Oaks District's Balmain boutique. Get a first look at the pre-spring 2024 collection in benefit of the Rescued Pet Movement: Tuesday, December 5, from 5 to 8 pm. RSVP to the sip and shop event here.

    Christy Lynn

    Due to popular demand, Christy Lynn offers a limited cutting of the highly coveted black Elizabeth Dress. The dress that initially sold out in three days will be available for pre-order on a first come, first served basis. Made from gorgeous Italian organza, their target delivery window is the end of January to the end of February due to fabric lead time and production. For more information or to order, email studio@christylynn.com.

    Gucci

    Just in time for the holidays, Gucci unveiled this year's Gucci Gift campaign designed to inspire the art of giving. The campaign is the next step in the story of Sabato De Sarno's new creative direction that has characterized his vision since the debut of Gucci Ancora last September. The campaign, shot by Anthony Seklaoui, showcases a wardrobe of refined textures, vibrant hues, sleek silhouettes, and sparkly details and is available at the Woodlands location.

    Jenni Kayne

    Enjoy a day of shopping at Jenni Kayne's River Oaks District boutique. Shoppers can enjoy light bites, drinks, and 20% off all their in-store purchases along with a surprise holiday gift with purchase.

    Katie Kime

    Give the gift of luxury pajamas, hand towels, robes, and home decor from Texas toile designer Katie Kime. Her latest drop, Après Ski, features delightful images of snow-filled fun. Don't forget to snag your Houston gear or build customized pj sets for the whole family.

    Memorial Market

    Experience the holidays outdoors with MetroNational on The Lawn at Memorial City. Check out the Memorial Market on Saturday, December 9, from 9 am to 1 pm. Families can enjoy a memorable day with holiday trinkets, special character appearances from Memorial City reindeer, and even snowfall on The Lawn. Explore a wonderland of delightful holiday gifts, decorations, and treats.

    M-K-T

    Sleigh your holiday shopping list with Houston Plant Market, which will deck the halls with 30+ vendors, a lively DJ, a merry scavenger hunt for all ages, and more. Enjoy looking for the perfect plant, artisanal gifts, and goodies to brighten the season.

    Foreign Fare

    Curate a functional and stylish travel wardrobe at Foreign Fare's popup in Montrose Collective. The Houston-based brand, which features six silhouettes, is co-founded by couple Thy Mitchell and her husband, Matt. Foreign. Fare's popup will run through January 14.

    Tory Burch

    Perfect for holiday giving, Tory Burch offers customized calligraphy gift tags with any purchase on December 9 and 10 in their Galleria outpost.

    Valentino

    Give the gift of luxury to yourself or someone you love with Valentino's latest drop, the Valentino Garavani Vlogo Moon bag. Available in its Galleria boutique, the bag's signature details – the circular shape and iconic VLogo is available through December 26.

    Zadok Jewelers

    Zadok Jewelers is the one-stop shop for holiday and gift-giving bling. The Post Oak outpost is buzzing with events this month, including The Ultimate Watch event featuring brands such as Baume & Mercier, Cartier, Jaeger-LeCoultre, and more. Shoppers can also pop in for trunk shows, including Marco Bicego, Phillips House, and more. Find additional event details here.

    Valentino Garavani Vlogo Moon bag

    Photo by Valentino/Instagram

    Valentino's latest drop, the Garavani Vlogo Moon bag is available at their Galleria outpost through December 26.

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    HOTTEST HEADLINES OF 2025

    Celeb's Texas-sized ring dazzles in our top 10 fashion stories of 2025

    Gabi De la Rosa
    Dec 24, 2025 | 2:00 pm
    Zac Brown and Kendra Scott engagement
    Photo courtesy of Kendra Scott
    Kendra Scott's million dollar engagement ring crafted by a Houston jeweler tops Houston's most-read fashion articles of 2025.

    Editor’s note: Houston’s shopping and style scene delivered plenty to talk about this year, with headline-making jewels, must-have accessories, major retail moves, and Texas-sized collaborations. Readers couldn’t get enough of a million-dollar pink diamond crafted by a Houston jeweler for Zac Brown and Kendra Scott, the Labubu frenzy, and the arrival of luxury brands in River Oaks District. New flagships from beloved Texas brands, summer shopping guides, and the return of the Nutcracker Market, along with news of a Macy’s local closure also topped the year's must-read articles. Here's a look back at the stories that captured the Bayou City's love of luxury, hometown pride, and constantly changing retail landscape.

    1. Houston jeweler supplies star Zac Brown with a Texas-sized diamond ring. Country superstar Zac Brown popped the question to billionaire jewelry mogul Kendra Scott with a one-of-a-kind creation from Houston jeweler Valobra Master Jewelers. The jaw-dropping 3.06 carat fancy pink diamond (GIA certified, VVS2 clarity) was set in platinum gold and surrounded by 28 baguette-cut white diamonds totaling 3.17 carats. The jeweler wouldn't comment on the price, but it would surely retail for over $1 million.

    2. Loveable Labubu: Where to find the must-have fashion accessory in Houston. Love them or hate them, these tiny monsters broke the internet with the April release of Big Into Energy Labubu. Lucky Houstonians who were able to buy one online flocked to area stores in Sugar Land and The Woodlands for their pick-up-only purchases.

    3. 2 luxury jewelers unveil flagship boutiques in River Oaks District. With VIP salons, ornate decor, and luxury jewelry, two French jewelry houses made an entrance in River Oaks District this summer. Joining the neighborhood's luxury lineup, shoppers can now buy their baubles from Cartier and Van Cleef.

    4. Colorful Texas handbag maker opens new flagship store in Katy. Popular handbag brand Consuela opened its first Houston-area store at La Centerra in Cinco Ranch, Katy. Shoppers can now get their hands on the bold, colorful printed bags and accessories without a long drive or an online checkout.

    5. Macy's to shutter dozens of stores nationwide, including 1 in Houston. As part of a strategy to make Macy's profitable again, the store shuttered six Texas stores, including a longtime location at Almeda Mall. Five DFW stores also went dark, and by early 2026, the retailer will have closed 150 "unproductive" locations nationwide.

    6. Where to shop right now: 12 Houston shops with fresh summer finds. Amid back-to-school shopping and the August 8 sales tax holiday, Houstonians were especially interested in where to find the best deals at local retailers, including Chloe Dao, Mejuri, Reformation, Abejas Boutique, and more.

    7. Houston bootmaker offers $5,000 cowboy boot and gator hunt adventure. For $5,000, Houstonians can now source an alligator hide near Anahuac that will be transformed into a pair of bespoke cowboy boots by Republic Boot Company.

    8. What to know about the return of Houston's Nutcracker Market for 2025. The Houston Ballet Nutcracker Market is one of the most highly anticipated shopping events of the year. This year's market welcomed 40 new vendors and over 100,000 shoppers, with ticket sales exceeding $24 million. Over $6 million went directly to support Houston Ballet, its academy, and scholarship programs.

    9. Texas brand Lucchese launches UT Longhorns collection with boots and more. Storied Texas bootmaker Lucchese released a collaboration with the University of Texas featuring two men's styles and three women's styles. The lineup pairs white and cream colored leather with burnt orange accents as a nod to Longhorn pride.

    10. Whataburger partners with Texas activewear brand for new capsule collection. Whataburger tapped Austin-based activewear brand Burlebo for a capsule collection just in time for Father's Day. The line included caps, infant onesies, and shirts available in three different patterns.

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