After Labor Day, as everyone gears up for those fabulous fall fashion finds, the ladies of Houston are still keeping it cool. While the rest of the world is reaching for cozy sweaters and pumpkin-spiced lattes, Houstonians are navigating the aisles in their summer dresses, thanks to these persistent triple-digit temperatures.
Who says you can't rock a cute sundress or a stylish pair of shorts while sipping iced coffee? Let's embrace the endless summer and find those transitional pieces that effortlessly blend the seasons.
We've rounded up a full roster of Houston designers, fall drops, and fun pop-ups to keep September's shopping season busy. So, grab the sunblock and oversized shades, and let's make shopping after Labor Day in Houston a sizzling, style-packed adventure.
Physicians Assistant at MD Anderson Cancer Center by day and polymer clay artist by night, Ann Made Clay's intricate jewelry sells out as quickly as she makes it. Stalk her Instagram feed for pre-orders and new drop announcements – her earrings are a must for this fall season.
Houston jewelry designer Christina Greene recently dropped her fall collection, including a line of new cuffs, earrings, necklaces, and rings – all containing the brand's signature turquoise stone. Shoppers can pop into her Rice Village outpost or shop online.
Luxury womenswear label Christy Lynn opened her first flagship store in Memorial. Guests can shop her newest fall collection with her signature hand-painted floral designs, beautiful skills, and one-of-a-kind fabrics.
The House of Creed just unveiled their latest scent, Carmina. It is a bold and sultry scent inspired by Henry Creed's fashion sketchbooks, passed down the Creed family for generations. Carmina has notes of black cherry, pink pepper, violet, and muted rose. The scent is also layered with saffron, musk, ambers, and cashmere wood. Carmina is available in the Galleria's Creed Boutique.
September is a busy month at Uptown's Elizabeth Anthony. The boutique will host several trunk shows, including a Designers Evening Showcase, Derek Lam 10 Crosby pop-up, and Naeem Khan Trunk Show. Lourdes Chavez will also make a personal appearance during her Spring 2023 Collection Trunk Show. Find out more details and more information here.
Prepare for fall soirees and gift-giving at Hibiscus Linens. The bustling boutique will be everywhere this fall, including Round Top and the Nutcracker Market. Shoppers can stock up on exquisite embroidered cocktail napkins, linens, handkerchiefs, table linens, and the ever-popular blockprint shirt dresses.
Houston-based ready-to-wear fashion label Inclán recently dropped their fall collection with gorgeous lightweight dresses perfect for Houston's temperate climate. The Inwood Dress in the colorway Evergreen combines breathable cotton and luxurious silk perfectly. The Octavia Kaftan in Espresso is roomy and comfortable for any occasion.
Kendra Scott's newest collection is live and ready to elevate game day looks. Shoppers can rep their school colors with earrings and necklace stacks. Additionally, Kendra Scott's Woodlands' Market Street location offers her newest permanent jewelry program, Sparked. The permanent jewelry collection includes dainty 14K Yellow Gold styles featuring the Eternity Diamond Cut Chain Bracelet, Eternity Satellite Chain Bracelet, Eternity Paperclip Chain Bracelet, and Eternity Rope Chain Bracelet.
PXG, a golf lifestyle company, has unveiled its latest apparel and accessory offerings designed to carry golfers and lifestyle enthusiasts through the upcoming fall and winter seasons. This drop features a curated series of must-have classic and new silhouettes with technical innovations and thoughtfully crafted details for enhanced performance on and off the golf course.
After an extended run in Bergdorf's in New York City, Susana Vega's newest collection drops September 6. The Houston-based jewelry designer, best known for her earcuffs, has several designs with pearls, gold accents, and more.
Personalize some new kicks at Tory Burch. Shoppers are invited to join Tory Burch for complimentary personalized laces, charms, and a monogrammed shoe bag – available with any sneaker purchase from the Good Luck Collection. Saturday, September 9 - Sunday, September 10, noon to 5 pm. Tory Burch is located on Level 1 between Galleria Financial Center and Neiman Marcus.
The Post Oak jewelry store will host Watchtemberfest, inviting guests to view and shop novelties from some of the world's most renowned brands. On Saturday, September 9, guests can view extended watch collections from over 20 world-renowned brands from Watches and Wonders. From 9 am to 11 am, guests are invited to sip on coffee and view luxury cars by Indigo AutoGroup. Enjoy a beer on tap from Third Level Brewing and indulge on soft, gourmet German pretzels from Slow Dough.
Photo by Caitlin Burke
Complete fall looks with a stack of earrings from Susana Vega.
The new FIGS store will offer a Color Clinic and Customization Station to let shoppers personalize their FIGS uniforms. Photo courtesy of FIGS/Instagram