Where to shop in ROUND TOP

6 Houston experts dish on their Round Top Antique Show favorites

Twice a year, the quiet town of Round Top, population just shy of 100, transforms into a mecca for design lovers. More than 100,000 treasure hunters, including tastemakers from all over the country, make the pilgrimage to the Round Top Antiques Fair to scour everything from heirloom-quality antiques to quirky one-of-a-kind finds.

What began back in 1968 with a handful of dealers showcasing American antiques in one barn has grown into a miles-long stretch of tents, barns, and fields filled with vintage gems. What keeps people coming back is a passion for the hunt and the thrill of giving old pieces new life.

The Fall 2025 Original Round Top Antiques Fair takes place October 4-18. To help navigate the miles of must-sees without feeling overwhelmed, we've tapped a lineup of Houston insiders who are stylish, design-savvy, and longtime Round Top regulars. They have the inside track and know the show like the back of their vintage accessory-clad hands.

Lily Barfield, founder Lily's Vintage Finds and The Marlene Inn

Blue Hills: "Blue Hills is a different kind of experience — it's higher-end, beautifully curated, and full of finds that feel truly one-of-a-kind."

The Warrenton Fields: "I love getting into the action at Warrenton. There's nothing like walking the fields, digging through piles, and stumbling across treasures you'd never find anywhere else. It's a little dusty, a little chaotic, but that's half the fun. It's where you really feel the hunt."

Blue Hills Round Top Blue Hills is a Round Top favorite, known for its expansive barns filled with European antiques and stylish home décor.Photo courtesy of Blue Hills/Instagram

Kelly Broesche, founder KB Designs

David Hall Hodges, Rockabilly Baroness: "He transforms vintage, tooled leather, and exotic skin bags with bold details like spikes and chains, along with exotic skin handles in Burmese python, stingray, and alligator, creating one-of-a-kind designs that you won't see anywhere else. He brings that same artistry to hat bands, belts, jewelry, and distinctive bag charms made from vintage cap guns in exotic skin holsters. His work is extraordinary and entirely his own."

Round Top Makers Market, Blue Hills: "Curated by Mariana Barron of Hibiscus Linens, it's a collection of over 50 women-owned brands, with vendors rotating in and out of Barn L so every visit feels like a new experience. Some of my favorites include Anea Hill sunglasses, Lauren Clyburn Art, Cuclie Baby, and Iza Silva."

The Round Top Makers Market highlights artisans and craftspeople offering handmade goods, jewelry, and unique modern finds.Photo courtesy of Lauren Clyburn Art/Instagram

Photo courtesy of Lily Barfield

Lily Barfield carefully sources standout décor at Round Top, curating pieces that bring character and elegance into any space.

Abbie Byrom-Botello, co-owner, Truth BBQ

SVO HOME, Blue Hills: "Incredible mid-century, Danish modern, German furniture, all beautifully reupholstered, and my one-stop shop for the best vintage and antique leather furniture."

Tutu & Lilli, Round Top Village: "Art! Gifts! Pajamas! Everything you could ever want in Round Top plus amazing fine jewelry. It's another one-stop-shop Round Top fever dream in the best way. They're located at the Shoppes at Round Top Village."

Tutu & Lilli Round Top Beloved boutique Tutu & Lilli brings chic women’s apparel and accessories with a stylish twist to Round Top shoppers.Photo courtesy of Tutu & Lilli/Instagram

Allison Knight, co-owner, Latuli

Paul Meyer Gallery at Market Hill: "This gallery showcases striking textures and paintings from Houston native Paul Meyer. His work represents high-quality, true fine art, which is a rare find and beautifully presented in his collection."

The Compound: "What I love about The Compound is that I always uncover unique finds, quality treasures at prices that feel surprisingly accessible."

Paul Meyer Round Top The Paul Meyer Gallery showcases a curated selection of fine art, antiques, and statement pieces that stand out at Round Top.Photo courtesy of Paul Meyer/Instagram

Tami Owen, founder, Owen Group Interiors

Market Hill: "Market Hill has great selections. Some of my favorite vendors are Susan Horn and Lisa Strait-Vanpouck. They are must-stops for me every season."

The Compound Market Hill Round Top With multiple barns and a thoughtfully curated mix of vendors, The Compound is a must-stop destination during the Round Top show.Photo courtesy of Market Hill/Instagram

Brelan Owen Pearson, principal designer, Owen Group Interiors

Marburger Farm: "Marburger is where I love digging in the fields. You find true antiques here (especially accessories) and there's nothing like the thrill of discovering those one-of-a-kind pieces."

Marburger Farm Round Top Marburger Farm is one of Round Top’s largest draws, featuring hundreds of dealers with antiques, vintage fashion, and design-forward finds.Photo courtesy of Marburger Farm/Instagram

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Houston Olympians share sleep tips at luxury mattress maker's posh store

Luxury sleep brand Saatva’s Houston showroom (1703 Post Oak Blvd.), referred to as a “Viewing Room” by the company, is one of only three in Texas, and 17 in the country. Its steadfast stance to exclusively manufacture all of their products — from mattresses to furniture collections— in the US, has contributed to the 15-year-old, eco-friendly company’s success.

Courtesy of Saatva

Saatva has joined Team USA as the official mattress for the 2028 Olympic and Paralympic Games in Los Angeles.

Saatva is known for its made-to-order luxury mattresses that are always delivered white glove — never rolled and shipped. Designed in collaboration by Hines Collective and award-winning multidisciplinary architecture and design firm Ware Malcomb, the 4,000-square-foot viewing room integrates modern touches and emphasizes the new interpretation of Smarter Luxury Sleep.

From the moment a visitor enters through the foyer, the viewing room aims to redefine the customer experience. With its aromatic fragrance, subtle color palette, warm lighting, and sustainable flooring and wall treatments, Saatva Houston offers an inviting respite from the city’s bustle.

Further into the space, silvery trees form a canopy under the ceiling’s gentle curves. Soft fabrics and floor-to-ceiling mirrors punctuate the walls throughout, creating a unified environment from start to finish. In keeping with Saatva’s “made in America” philosophy, interior materials and finishes, including the architectural lighting, were manufactured in the U.S.

The Houston store also features a collaboration with Samsung, allowing customers the option to choose a self-guided tour of Saatva’s products. Customers can also test pillows, sateen sheets, and beautifully-upholstered furniture collections in store. Saatva even thought of the four-legged family members with a posh dog bed.

Supporting Team U.S.A.

Saatva’s commitment to all things American now reaches beyond the realm of manufacturing. The brand recently partnered with Team U.S.A. to provide mattresses during the 2028 Olympic and Paralympic Games in Los Angeles. To celebrate their 15 year anniversary and new partnership, Saatva Houston recently invited two highly-decorated, Houston-native Olympic athletes to an intimate gathering to share the importance of restorative sleep.

Three-time Olympian and seven-time Olympic medalist Simone Manuel — who also happens to be the first Black American woman to win an individual Olympic gold medal in swimming — was joined by two-time Olympian and four-time Olympic medalist Bryce Deadmon (Track & Field) for the celebratory breakfast. Both athletes dished on their favorite Houston cheat meal spots and the restorative sleep routines they live by.

Pre-sleep routine of Olympian Simone Manuel (two Gold, four Silver, one Bronze)

“I think the biggest thing is definitely putting my phone away as early as possible,” she says. “It’s hard, you know? There are so many distractions, but I try to at least limit them if I can’t completely eliminate them.” Manual gets in bed around 9 pm, with her phone off limits. “I like to watch TV before I go to sleep, but I at least try to turn down the brightness and put on blue light glasses, and that helps a lot. Sometimes I’ll put the TV on mute and then I’ll turn on some white noise.” Manuel’s go-to sleepy time extras? Lavender linen spray and eucalyptus incense.

Favorite Houston healthy spots: Local Table and JLB Eatery
Favorite Houston cheat meal spots: On The Kirb, The Rouxpour, and Pappadeaux.

Pre-sleep routine of Olympian Bryce Deadmon (two Gold, one Silver, one Bronze)

Deadmon relies on 20 minutes of meditation to get ready to go to bed. “I try to make sure I do that just to make sure I’m not really thinking when I get into bed. So, I kind of regulate my breathing before getting into bed — that’s really my main thing. It can be dangerous,” Deadmon adds with a laugh. “I have fallen asleep while meditating. I’ll wake up like ‘What’s going on?!’ That’s not supposed to happen. But it really calms me down before I actually go to sleep.”

Favorite Houston healthy spot: Pre-made meals from H-E-B
Favorite Houston cheat meal spots: Doña Leti’s and Burger Bodega.

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