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9 Houston fashion brands crafting must-have looks for Round Top trips

Many Houston brands are debuting special collections just in time for the upcoming Round Top Antiques Show.

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For many, the official start of fall is when pumpkin spice floods the market. For Houstonians, however, autumn begins with the Round Top Antiques Show. With the main events happening between October 5 and 19, Houstonians still have plenty of time to nail those Round Top ensembles and map out the ultimate buying trip in this tiny Texas town.

From Houston brands with statement-making frocks, to one-of-a-kind art, vintage accessories, and the it boot of the season, any shopper will find the perfect, must-have item to complete their look. It's nearly time to set that out-of-office – Round Top is calling.

Christy Lynn
Everyone's favorite Houston designer is debuting in Round Top at Blue Hills from October 5 to 19. Shoppers can snag key styles from her fall Bijou Collection, which includes leather dresses and jackets and cotton and linen dresses. The collection is perfect for Houston's temperate climate and can be dressed up or down for nearly any occasion this season. The brand will be a main draw near the front entrance to give shoppers a first look at her newest offerings.

Shop Christy Lynn's newest fall collection, Bijou, at Blue Hills in Round Top. Photo courtesy of Christy Lynn

City Boots
Go from shopping all day to partying all night in City Boot's latest collection, 24/7. Launched just in time to get Round Top ready, the boot features a pronounced pull as a nod to the vintage boots of 30 years ago. The 24/7 boot is available in three colorways, gold, honey, and bone, and doesn't have stitching, ensuring it is a seamless style maker.

City Boot's newest collection 24/7 is perfect for Round Top looks. Photo by Jana Cantu

Junk Gypsy
Amie and Jolie Sikes, the Junk Gypsy sisters, are making sure a trip to Round Top is not complete without an ultra-cool graphic tee. Custom-designed specifically for the Fall 2024 Show, the Texas-inspired designs are available in various colors and styles, including long sleeves, chambray, fleece, and pocket tees.

Snag a souvenir Round Top tee from Junk Gypsy. Photo courtesy of Junk Gypsy

Hibiscus Linens
Founder of the must-shop Love Pretty Things Pop Up at Blue Hills, Hibiscus Linens owner Mariana Barran is debuting new cocktail napkins and handkerchiefs to add to her sought-after hand-embroidered goodies. Available from October 5 to 26, the latest styles will feature barns, bandanas, boots, and bluebonnets.

Shop Hibiscus Linens new cocktail napkins and bandanas at Blue Hills in Round Top. Photo courtesy of Hibiscus Linens/Instagram

Katie Kime
The "Queen of Toile" partnered with Texas hospitality icon Cinda Palacios to debut a special Round Top toile for October's show. In collaboration with Hotel Lulu and available exclusively at Palacious' Italian restaurant Lulu's and on KatieKime.com, the sleepwear set is available in three styles and features Round Top and Texas iconography.

Two Texas icons collaborated on a sleepwear collection featuring Round Top and Texas iconography. Photo courtesy of Katie Kime

Laura Rathe Fine Art
River Oaks District's fine arts maven Laura Rathe is debuting a new exhibition by internationally acclaimed artist Hunt Slonem. Larger than Life will open on October 14 at The Halles in Round Top.

Laura Rathe is debuting a new exhibition by internationally acclaimed artist Hunt Slonem at The Halles in Round Top. Photo courtesy of Laura Rathe Fine Art

Magnolia Mercantile
Known for her custom hat bars and stunning vintage pieces, Magnolia Mercantile is a go-to for Round Top accessories and clothing. The mobile hat bar recently settled into permanent digs in the Upper Kirby area and is ready to outfit shoppers with customized hats, vintage jewelry, and a special collection of Round Top outfits.

Magnolia Mercantile recently debuted a new outpost in the Upper Kirby area along with special Round Top accessories and the brand's popular custom hats. Photo courtesy of Magnolia Mercantile/Instagram

Sapana
Quintessential Round Top brand Sapana recently debuted its stunning flagship store in Henkel Square. Designed by Lauren Wills Grover of Wills Design Associates, the bright showroom features custom upholstery made by Sapana's fabric maker in India. Shoppers can add to their Round Top looks with the brand's latest drops, the Barn Coat and the Sapana Dumpling Purse. The Barn Coat is an oversized long-sleeve mix of denim and Kantha quilt, while the Dumpling Purse is made from repurposed vintage silk saris.

Sapana has a vibrant, freshly designed showroom and new styles perfect for the fall show. Photo by Jordan Geibel

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HOTTEST HEADLINES OF 2025

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

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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