NICHE SHOPPING EXPERIENCE

Downtown's Post Houston unveils new shopping hub with Japanese vending machines, vintage finds, and more

Shop X, a micro-retail village within Post Houston, opened its doors on January 13, ushering in a fresh shopping experience for Houstonians. Shop X provides shoppers with a unique selection of over 15 premier retailers and shops each boasting a curated selection of items tailored specifically to the Houston area.

Shop X is the latest addition to Post Houston which is already a downtown hotspot, featuring over 30 restaurants and bar concepts at Post Market Food Hall, rooftop fun on its SkyLawn, and a calendar packed with live music and community events.

Shop X rounds out the POST experience to create a vibrant cultural destination in downtown Houston, with something for everyone.Photo courtesy of Post Houston/Facebook

Located in the X-Atrium, adjacent to POST's iconic X-staircase, Shop X is anchored by Houston's first Gachapon Hall, Tokyo Story. Gachapon are Japanese vending machines, found in Tokyo's iconic Akihabara district. The Gachapon at Shop X will offer unique toys reflecting Houston's diverse heritage. Shoppers can purchase tokens to get their hands on the coveted trinkets.

Shop X Post Houston Shop X merchants range from jewelry makers and Houston vintage apparel favorites to skin care and home goods purveyors, all at various price points.Rendering courtesy of Post Houston

From jewelry makers and vintage apparel favorites to skin care and home goods purveyors, Shop X's diverse range of merchants caters to various tastes and budgets. Featured brands include Teeli Jewels, Ayna Jewels, Canari Med Spa, Divercity Clothing Co., Wick Haus, Paddy's Gourmet Popcorn, and more.

The grand opening celebration of Shop X, scheduled at 11 am Sunday, February 4, promises a unique experience with a drone ribbon cutting, coinciding with POST's Lunar New Year celebration.

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Shop X; 11am – 8pm Wednesday through Sunday. Closed Monday and Tuesday; 401 Franklin St.

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A brand-new way to shop and experience the best of Houston’s local artisans, merchants and unique finds, Shop X has transformed Post into Houston's newest shopping destination.

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POSH PICKS

Irish retailer Primark brings discount clothing to first Houston store

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U.K. retailer Primark, brings its low priced, trend heavy fashion to the Houston market for the first time.

European import Primark is finally landing in the Houston area. Shoppers will be able to score budget-friendly finds at Katy Mills Mall when the fast-fashion giant, known for leaning into trend-forward clothing, opens its doors on Thursday, November 20.

The brand started in Dublin in 1969 under the name Penney's before switching to Primark to avoid competition with U.S. heavyweight J.C. Penny's as it expanded outside Ireland. Today, it operates in 11 countries with 470 stores worldwide, including over 175 in the United Kingdom. Its largest outpost in Birmingham is a massive 161,000 square feet covering five floors.

While the store can't compete with the U.K. version's size, coming in at 30,000 square feet, the prices more than make up for it. Shoppers can expect women's denim starting at $12, men's t-shirts at $5, and kids' sweatshirts at $8. For about the price of a family meal at the food court, shoppers can pull together looks for the whole crew. In terms of quality, price, and style, its biggest competitors are H&M and Zara.

primark Shoppers will line up at Katy Mills Mall as Primark opens its first Houston area store on November 20.Photo courtesy of Primark/Instagram

The Katy opening is Primark's third Texas location, following McAllen and El Paso, and is part of the company's expansion across the United States. New stores are rolling out in Illinois and in Grapevine next month. In a statement, Primark U.S. President Kevin Tulip said, "These vibrant retail destinations in Texas reflect the incredible demand we're seeing across the country for affordability without sacrifice. As we continue to grow, we remain laser-focused on delivering unbeatable value and fashion that fits every family's lifestyle."

To celebrate the grand opening, Primark will offer a weekend of fun, family-friendly activities, including live music, giveaways, and delicious treats for early-bird arrivals. Shoppers will find a full mix of women's and men's fashion, kids' clothing, accessories, homeware, and beauty once the doors open at Katy Mills on November 20.

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