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    Make Your List

    Shop the Rice Village gift guide to sleigh your holiday giving

    CultureMap Create
    Nov 22, 2024 | 2:00 pm

    Share your great taste in gift-giving with family and friends this holiday season with gifts from Rice Village. This walkable shopping haven has everything from sparkly jewelry to yummy desserts to indulgent beauty treatments — take a look at some gift inspo below.

    Rice VillageGet all your holiday shopping done in one place.Photo courtesy of Rice Village

    West Elm Rice Village

    Photo courtesy of Rice Village

    Wander West Elm for decorating inspo.

    Festive fashion
    The Beaufort Bonnet Company brings timeless charm and unmatched quality to every little one’s wardrobe. From classic clothing to darling accessories, these thoughtfully designed children’s pieces make the perfect gifts for the littles in your life.

    This holiday season, give the gift of timeless fashion and effortless confidence with Luminary Lifestyle. From elegant dresses to chic everyday essentials, this array of thoughtfully designed wardrobe staples are perfect for the modern woman.

    For the man in your life, Mizzen+Main has redefined the workplace wardrobe with clothes that feel like athletic wear and look like custom-tailored fits. Best known for its wrinkle-resistant and machine-washable dress shirts, the brand also makes incredibly comfortable flannels, no-tucks, polos, shorts, pants, vests, pullovers, jackets, blazers, and so much more.

    Help your holiday haul walk taller this year with a gift from Tecovas. The handmade Western boots, bags, and apparel have a quality fit and feel you’ll notice from the first time you hold them and try them on. And don’t sleep on the complimentary boot branding for a custom touch.

    Your search for the perfect athleisure present stops here. With crowd-favorite styles in signature soft fabrics, Tasc Performance has something for everyone on your list — all you need is the wrapping paper.

    Vuori draws inspiration from the active California lifestyle: an integration of fitness, yoga, surf, and life. Looking for the ideal holiday gift? Lean into comfort with Vuori’s best-selling DreamKnit fabric; find it for him in the Ponto Collection or for her in the Halo Collection.

    Warby ParkerSee decorations more clearly with help from Warby Parker.Photo courtesy of Rice Village

    However you celebrate, Warby Parker has merriment-inspiring frames, gift cards, and accessories to make this season one you won’t forget.

    Add some sparkle to your holiday gifting with Krewe, where iconic eyewear meets timeless style. From chic sunglasses to elegant optical frames, Krewe’s handcrafted designs are perfect for the trendsetter on your list.

    Merry makeup and skincare
    Madison Reed Color Bar makes self-care effortlessly luxurious with premium hair color and salon-quality services. Treat your loved ones to the gift of confidence and relaxation with a vibrant color refresh or personalized at-home hair care solutions.

    Whether you are shopping for loved ones or for yourself, find a variety of gift sets and fragrances at Sephora.

    Give the gift of a holiday glow-up with a SkinSpirit gift certificate that's valid on any treatment from SkinSpirit's extensive menu of medical-grade facials and aesthetic medical services. SkinSpirit is one of the top providers of Botox and dermal fillers in the U.S.

    Blue MercuryGift sets from Blue Mercury should be your new holiday tradition.Photo courtesy of Blue Mercury

    Bluemercury is making gifting this holiday season easier than ever. Explore its online gift guide and visit with Beauty Experts in-store for advice on all the latest limited-edition gift sets. Plus, they'll even wrap your gifts for you!

    Swing by Drybar pre-party for a head-turning blowout, or stock up on its high-quality haircare products to keep your locks glossy all year long.

    For both the "New Year, new you" resolution-makers and those looking to keep up with their fitness routine, Solidcore offers a high-intensity, low-impact, full-body workout on a pilates-inspired reformer.

    Glittering baubles
    Studs offers a fresh take on ear piercing with curated earscapes and reasonably priced earrings (that make great gifts for both adults and teens, hint hint). Expert piercers provide a clean and stress-free experience.

    Gorjana jewelryMake a sparkly statement with Gorjana.Photo courtesy of Gorjana

    Gorjana brings timeless elegance to your holiday gifting with high-quality charms and a stunning new line of lab-grown diamonds. From personalized pieces to dazzling statement jewelry, each item is designed to celebrate life’s meaningful moments.

    Sweet treats
    Give the gift sure to please everyone: Van Leeuwen Ice Cream. And if a frozen gift isn’t an option, pick up a gift card for gourmet ice cream and get a scoop (or two or three) for yourself while you're there. Made from simple and choice ingredients, Van Leeuwen Ice Cream has 20-plus classic and vegan ice cream flavors to choose from.

    Treat yourself and others to Sprinkles Cupcakes this holiday season, with flavors like Christmas cookie, gingerbread, chocolate peppermint, and much more.

    Badolina Rice Village.Sweet treats await at Badolina Bakery & Cafe.Photo courtesy of Rice Village

    Show your host or colleagues how much you care with holiday treats from Badolina Bakery & Cafe. These picturesque cakes — which are available in sizes of six, eight, or nine inches — are available daily on a first-come, first-served basis, but it's recommended you place an order at least 24 hours in advance. Break bread with friends by gifting one of Badolina's signature loaves. For something all wrapped up, a cylinder of triple-chocolate chip cookies or a box of florentines is the perfect present.

    Home for the holidays
    Shop for the master chef, self-care guru, WFH wiz, budding sommelier, and beyond at CB2. For the entertainer(s) in your life, think modern cheese knives and serving trays, soft throw blankets, candles, beverage dispensers, ice buckets, and gold or marble cake stands. For the game lover, classic board games like chess and Scrabble never go out of fashion.

    Head on over to West Elm for midcentury modern-inspired furniture and decor with a conscience. Nearly 60 percent of its products support at least one of its sustainability initiatives, making it easy to feel good about how home comes together.

    Stroll through Rice Village and stock up on these and other great last-minute gems for your friends and loved ones. And when your gift shopping is complete, make Paper Source your final destination for all your gift-wrapping needs.

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    Visit these retailers and more at Rice Village, located at Kirby and University.

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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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