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6 Houston fashion experts on what to wear to Beyoncé's Cowboy Carter tour

She may have debuted her Cowboy Carter era at the 2024 Grammy Awards, but Beyoncé left the real rodeo for Houston. The hometown queen is saddling up for a two-night takeover, and the Beyhive is showing up with Texas-sized glam.

In true H-Town fashion, fans aren't just going for the music; they are dressing the part and embracing Beyoncé's country renaissance with denim, rhinestones, fringe, and boots made for strutting.

To help fans with their style game, we've asked several of Houston's most fashionable ladies for their concert-night must-haves. From bold accessories and statement tops to perfectly layered looks, these pieces channel the spirit of Cowboy Carter with a bit of Bayou City flair.

After all, this isn't just any concert — this is a Texas-sized homecoming fit for a queen.

Luisa Babarczy, Co-Owner, South to North

Luisa Babarczy and Alejandra Bravo's Autry Park store South to North showcases the best Latin American fashion designers to Houston's rapt audiences. For time in the Beyhive, Babarczy recommends a jacket for layering.

"My recommendation would definitely be the Torera Clásica Denim jacket by Monserrat Messeguer. This jacket is bold and glamorous, with just the right amount of sparkle. The classic denim gives it that effortless, 'cool girl' vibe, while the rhinestone fringe brings full-on Sasha Fierce energy. Pair it with high-waisted pants and a statement boot."

Fringe jacket A rhinestone-fringed denim jacket adds Sasha Fierce sparkle to your concert fit.Photo courtesy of South to North

Lizzy Bentley, Founder, City Boots

A night at Beyoncé's Cowboy Carter concert wouldn't be complete without the perfect pair of boots. Available at The Avenue, Houstonians can snag a pair from City Boots.

"The Amarillo Boot is sophisticated enough for a night out while maintaining the authentic Western spirit that never goes out of style. They were designed with an extra inch of height to give that perfect blend of comfort and style that takes you from concert to after-party effortlessly."

City Boot Step out in extra-tall boots that blend authentic Western with all-night comfort.Photo by Jana Cantua

Clara Hough, Co-Founder, Shop Off The Record

Clara Hough and her Shop Off The Record co-founder, Sania Ahmed-Irfan, spend their days sourcing hard-to-find luxury products for Houston's knowledgeable trendsetters. Hough suggests a luxe bag to finish any outfit while keeping with NRG's strict bag policies.

"I would choose one of these two Bottega Veneta Bags for the Cowboy Carter concert. The Concert Pouch, available at Tootsies, or the Mini Loop Camera Bag, available at Neiman Marcus Galleria, are the perfect size, meet most venue guidelines, and have a crossbody strap that is a must for dancing and moving through crowds. Bottega Veneta has incredible craftsmanship and can endure a lot of use while remaining in excellent shape."

Bottega Veneta concert bag Choose a chic, crossbody Bottega that’s both stylish and stadium-approved.Photo courtesy of Neiman Marcus Galleria

Christy Lynn Lee, Owner, Christy Lynn

Houston-based designer Christy Lynn Lee is known for hand-painted florals and delicate silk, but when it comes to attending a high-energy concert, she goes for layering and flair.

"I love Courtney Pell Wilkerson's style and the curated selection at her boutique, Pell 1990. Her selections always strike a perfect balance of classic, feminine, and cool. I like pairing some of her shoes and accessories with layering garments to pair with my pieces. The Nayelle Cream Bodysuit is great as a layering piece under one of our novelty jackets."

Layer delicate bodysuits with bold jackets for a concert-ready mix of feminine and cool.Photo courtesy of Pell 1990

Christina Greene McAllen, Owner, Christina Greene Jewelry

The Houston jewelry designer who famously dresses the crowds in turquoise and gold during rodeo season shares her local favorite for a classic must-have.

"I love the white fringe top by Mason's Daughter available at The Avenue. There's nothing more classic than a white button-up. Now, add some fringe, and I'm all in."

A white button-up with fringe is a timeless, Western-chic essential.Photo courtesy of The Avenue

Paulina Padilla, Stylist

This Houston-based stylist is behind some of the city's most iconic looks, styling everything from high-profile photoshoots to curating the perfect closet. For concert season, she says it's all about the right accessories that take an outfit from cute to Cowboy Carter-worthy.

"A cowboy hat for the Cowboy Carter Tour is a must. The Freya Haven Hat can elevate the simplest outfit or even complete the maximal outfit for a Western chic concert look. The beige is my favorite."

Freya hat Top it off with a cowboy hat that instantly elevates any Cowboy Carter look.Photo courtesy of Freya

Photo courtesy of Beyonce/Instagram

Beyoncé’s tour wardrobe features custom cowboy couture from fashion houses like Burberry, Mugler, and McQueen.

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VAULT VIBES

Houston fashion star Chloe Dao marks 25 years with epic clean-out sale

Photo courtesy of Chloe Dao

From January 24- 31 Chloe Dao will open her personal design archives to mark 25 years with a rare boutique vault sale.

For Houston fashion devotees, this is the kind of news that prompts a calendar alert and a group chat with the besties. Chloe Dao is celebrating 25 years in fashion by doing something she has never done before: opening the vault.

From January 24 through January 31, the Chloe Dao boutique will host a 25-Year Anniversary Clean-Out Vault Event, releasing pieces from Dao’s personal design archives alongside curated boutique items that have been held back for years. Once they are gone, they are gone for good.

“This is not a typical sale; this is an anniversary moment,” Dao says. “It’s an intentional release, a moment of reflection and gratitude, and a way to make space for what’s next. Once these pieces are gone, they’re truly gone."

For the first time ever, shoppers will be able to snag select designs from past collections and limited production runs, and Dao has confirmed she will be parting with some of her couture designs. Shoppers can expect more than 300 items, with more than half of the boutique included in the sale event.

Chloe Dao design Select runway couture and past collection pieces headline Chloe Dao’s 25-Year Anniversary Clean-Out Event.Photo courtesy of Chloe Dao

Everything in the anniversary sale will be discounted 65 percent or more. Fan favorites, including the Houston T-shirt and Aya scarf, will be priced at $15 to $20, down from $42 to $68. None of the released pieces will be reproduced or restocked.

There is also a very personal moment behind this big event. Dao shared that she is planning for the future, including her eventual retirement in about 5 years, making this the right time for a shift.

“It is bittersweet, and I’m still torn about letting go of some of my archive pieces. But a close friend stopped by the boutique this past Saturday and reminded me that I can always create more. That really stayed with me. I’ve missed designing for my store, and this sale feels like a reset — a chance to return to what I love most: designing eveningwear," Dao tells CultureMap. "The past six years, especially post-COVID, were very much about survival mode. Now, if I’m going to truly survive and thrive in today’s retail landscape, my focus is shifting back to my own line and less on curation.”

Following her Project Runway Season Two win and decades of success, Dao says the milestone is also about gratitude for the city that supported her from the start.

“Think of it as an archive release and a chance to own a piece of my history as I celebrate 25 years in fashion. Thank you for being part of this journey with me. I’m so excited to share this moment, and this milestone, with you."

25-Year Anniversary Clean-Out Vault Event, January 24 - January 31, Chloe Dao Boutique, 600 N Shepherd Dr #115, in M-K-T Heights.

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