Shoppers Provide Hope to Women In Need at the Elaine Turner Holiday Event

The weather outside may be frightful, but giving back is so delightful! That's exactly what the ladies that joined Elaine Turner in celebrating the 12 Days of Christmas did last night at the Elaine Turner Holiday event benefitting The Women's Home.

Guests were suggested to bring gently used handbags and shoes to give hope to the women at The Women's Home, a houston based charity. Shoppers were rewarded for their giving spirit with coupons and discounts from Elaine Turner to be used on festive accessories from the designer.

Elaine Turner's Holiday event also featured native Texan jewelry designer, Hazel Smyth who enticed shoppers with glam baubles just in time for the holidays. A couple of lucky ladies that entered the $5 raffle went home with accessories ranging from a pair of Boo flats in Pailet to a red Bella clutch bag. Fifteen percent of proceeds went to benefit The Women's Home.

The 12 Days of Christmas are not over yet! Elaine Turner continues to accept donations of gently used handbags and shoes thru December 16th. So dust off that "IT" bag from a couple of seasons ago, donate it to Elaine Turner for The Women's Home and come home with your new favorite.

Elaine Turner
2439 Unversity Blvd. (Rice Village)
Houston, Tx

(L to R: Elaine Turner, Elizabeth Herff - Hazel Smyth jewelry designer)

Muse Secret Santa Party

Last night Muse and local jewelry designer, Hila Graham, played host to a secret santa party benefitting Texas Children's Hospital. The bubbly bubbled and jewels sparkled as guests shopped for a cause and previewed the acclaimed designer's holiday line. The stylish shoppers checked items off their list while stuffing the stockings of Texas Children's Hospital patients. Ladies lined up as Craig McLemore, Michael Kemper Salon's make up maven to the stars, shaped brows and left no holiday face unmade. Glitter is hot this holiday season! Even Billy, the Muse goldendoodle, was tired after all of the fun.

In the crowd: Muse owners, Lindsay Mousoudakis and Margaret Morris, Tena Faust, Tama Lundquist, Mary Hart, Anne Ebert, Karen Henry and Nicole Fertitta, Ashley Goforth, Texas Children's Hospital's Mary Kristen Valentine, Susan Sanders, Cindy Garza, Cathy Fitzpatrick, Kathy Bracewell, Celina Stabell, Minnie Baird, Christine Hoffer, Martha Adger, Shannon Price and Sallie Cruger.

Left to Right: Susan Sanders, Cindy Garza, Mary Hart

Curated Curios and Cocktails - Hosted by The Belle Meade and PaperCity

Join The Belle Meade and Paper City as they present Curated Curios and Cocktails!

December 16th

6:30 - 9:00pm

Peruse a carefully edited selection of gifts from Casa de Novia, Elaine Turner, Kuhl-Linscomb, Sloan/Hall and more, while sipping cocktails and nibbling on sweet and savory bites from Giacomo's and Swift & Company!

The Belle Meade

2929 Westheimer Rd. (at Ferndale)

Houston, Texas

Kindly rsvp to Callie at The PR Boutique: 713-599-1271

Elaine Turner & The Women's Home Holiday Party

Get gorgeous with help from Elaine Turner! To celebrate the holidays, Elaine Turner is giving her customers her own, more stylish version of the 12 Days of Christmas!

Elaine Turner is collecting gently used handbags and shoes for The Women's Home, and in return for your generosity, shoppers will receive Elaine Turner discounts and coupons to be used on any of the glam accessories that are sure to have you feeling festive this holiday season!

So come out on December 10th, bring your friends, and those pumps you haven't worn in years for women in need at the Elaine Turner holiday party featuring native Texan jewelry designer Elizabeth Herff with Hazel Smyth.

Purchase raffle tickets ($5 each) and enter to win a pair of Boo flats in Pailet, Bella red patent leather clutch and Hazel Smyth jewelry. Fifteen percent of proceeds from the evening will go to The Women’s Home.

Happy Shopping!

Elaine Turner Boutique -
Rice Village

2439 University Blvd.

Houston, Tx

December 10th,2009
from 6:00-8:00pm

Virtuosi of Houston Presents Inaugural Concert

Virtuosi of Houston, the youth chamber orchestra, is kicking off the 2009-2010 concert season with their inaugural concert.

Virtuosi of Houston opens its fourteenth season with a chamber music concert featuring Pleyel’s Symphony in C minor, Beethoven’s Coriolan Overture and Mozart’s Symphony No. 35 in D Major. Founding Artistic Directors and Conductors Franz Anton Krager and Andrzej Grabiec will conduct along with music enthusiastic Monzer Hourani as a special guest conductor for the Coriolan Overture.

Tickets can be purchased by visiting the Hobby Center’s Uniquely Houston website at http://www.uniquelyhouston.org/ or calling 713.315.2525.

WHEN: Sunday, December 6
7:30 p.m.

WHERE: Hobby Center for the Performing Arts, Zilkha Hall
800 Bagby at Walker
Houston, TX

Ladies & Gentlemen, Start Your Engines!

Highland Village goes full throttle with a collection of distinguished Ferraris at this year's highly anticipated annual Ferrari Festival.


The Highland Village Ferrari Festival will celebrates a distinguished collection of more than 50 Ferraris on display among the palm tree lined lanes of Highland Village.

Aficionados and novices alike will enjoy food and beverages provided by shopping center eateries while perusing the rare assortment of pre-eminent automobiles ranging from vintage Ferrari classics to sleeker new models.


So get ready, set and bring the family to enjoy the Highland Village holiday decorations and lights as well as live music provided by Virtuosi of Houston, Houston’s chamber orchestra composed of young artist. This extraordinary event, which benefits Texas Children’s Hospital Cancer Center, will send guests into high gear as they view the best of the best from the world class Italian automaker. People’s Choice Award will be given for Best in Show.

WHEN: Sunday, December 6
10am – 2pm

WHERE: Highland Village
4000 block of Westheimer Road
Houston, TX 77027
On the north side of the center located in the parking lot of P.F. Chang's, Anthropologie and Williams Sonoma

ADMISSION IS FREE


PARKING: Valet parking available

Save 20% off ENTIRE STORE at Muse!

EMBRACES HOLIDAY SHOPPING WITH AN ENTIRE STORE SALE

It’s time to give thanks! Muse celebrates the holidays with a two-day sale discounting 20% off the entire store. Shop the collection of stylish frocks, accessories and handbags by Calypso, Roberta Freymann, Linea Pelle and other delightful designers. Come holiday-shopping time, everyone deserves a bargain or two.

WHEN: TWO-DAY SALE
Friday, November 27 – Saturday, November 28

WHERE: Muse Boutique
The Centre at River Oaks
2411 West Alabama (at Kirby)

MEADOW BRINGS HIGH FASHION TO SAN ANTONIO

San Antonio fashion maven, Susanna Meadows, is sharing her keen eye for style with the opening of her new boutique, Meadow. Nestled in the heart of Olmos Park, the new fashion sanctuary blends contemporary classic and casual chic with designs like A Common Thread, Alice and Olivia, See by Chloe and Rebecca Taylor.

Susanna Meadows own style, which is reflected in the carefully edited designs she offers at Meadow, issophisticated yet modern and wearable. “My goal in opening the store is to bring San Antonio a boutique allowing women to express themselves through fun and distinctive fashion. At Meadow, I want people to feel comfortable and like they’ve walked into the perfect closet.” said Susanna Meadows, Meadow owner.

Meadow is located at 4300 McCullough, San Antonio, TX 78212, in Olmos Park. The store is open Monday – Saturday from 10am – 6:30pm. For more information, call 210.822.2764 or visit www.meadowboutique.com

Objects Lost and Found High Tea

Join Sharon Perry Wise and friends as they celebrate the grand opening of OBJECTS with a High Tea party on Thursday, November 19.

Objects Grand Opening High Tea

2815 Ferndale

Thursday, November 19

4 – 7pm

OBJECTS is open Monday – Friday 10am – 5pm. Drop-ins are welcome and appointments can be made by calling 713.523.8496.

OBJECTS offers one of a kind home accessories such as lamps, birdcages, tea caddies, chandeliers, sconces, decorative boxes and plates, inkwells and furniture all ranging in price and prominence. Sharon Perry Wise has designed the store for easy perusing of the unusual and eclectic finds. A wall of lamps lights up the room and a table with bird’s nests makes for a decorative sight. A row of Chinese clay birds grace the fireplace mantle centered between two French sconces. Many of the accessories are handmade, European and in perfect condition brought back to Houston by Sharon herself

For more information on OBJECTS, contact The PR Boutique at 713.599.1271 or meredith@theprboutique.com.

Happy Thanksgiving

The PR Boutique wishes you a Happy Thanksgiving and an even happier holiday season! Leave the designing to us this year. Let The PR Boutique Creative Services design your holiday card. For more information, contact gretchen@theprboutique.com.

Texas Children's Carousel "Gives a Hand" at The Belle Meade

All hands were on deck last night at the The Texas Children's Carousel "Give a Hand" kick-off party at The Belle Meade River Oaks. Lead by 2009 co-chairs, Cecile Coneway Puckett and Sallie Cruger, the well-heeled group gathered for a fabulously fun evening of fundraising to support the Carousel's Family Event at The Zoo. Serenaded by Virtuosi of Houston flutist, Ceasar Dominguez, the young philanthropists nibbled on truffled egg salad sandwiches and goat cheese tarts provided by Belle Meade neighbor Giacomo's owner Lynette Hawkins. Among the group sipping champagne and gathering under the stars in The Belle Meade's cabana area were Jill and Scott Holstead, Lindsey Love, Courtney and Christian O'Neil, Texas Children's Cancer Center Director Dr. David Poplack, Jeannine Boswell, Maggie Stacy, Shannon Price, Mary Hart, Lauren Epley, Stacy Kayem, Lisa Oren, John Puckett, and Carol Whilden.

Celebrates Their Third Anniversary!

Tonight, Muse celebrates their 3rd Anniversary at an event in their store that will benefit The Rise School. The fashion haven is assisting The Rise School reach their goals by donating 15 percent of the evening’s proceeds and encouraging avid shoppers to provide a $5 donation at the door to benefit The Rise School.

Come by between 6 and 8 pm tonight!

Muse

The Centre at River Oaks

2411 West Alabama (at Kirby)

THE LITTLE COUPLE PURRRRUSEING THE HIGHLAND VILLAGE PET ADOPTION CENTER

Tune into TLC tonight, Tuesday, Nov. 3, at 10/9C as The Little Couple search for a new four legged family member at the Highland Village Pet Adoption Center. Bill Klein and Jen Arnold, America’s favorite Little Couple, are spotted at Houston’s landmark shopping center, Highland Village, as they embark on adopting a new furry friend.

Angel Sanchez Makes Special Houston Stop at Casa de Novia

One of our favorite designers, Angel Sanchez, is in town on Thursday. Stop by Casa de Novia from 6 - 8 and preview his new evening and bridal collections. Special thanks to Luvi Wheelock, Andrea Osborne, Celina Stabell, Robin Reimer, Christine Hoffer and Courtney Fertitta for hosting Angel while he's in town.

Angel Sanchez is renowned worldwide for both bridal and evening wear designs that hold true to the timeless perfection of traditional couture dressmaking. His elegant designs are architectural, contemporary and feminine and always include a touch of drama and impact along with innovative details.

Thursday, October 29 from 6 - 8pm

Casa de Novia Bridal Couture

3331 D'Amico

Houston, TX 77019

www.casadenoviabridal.com

RSVP/callie@theprboutique.com

Nationally acclaimed interior designer and architect, Sharon Perry Wise, recently opened the doors of Objects...Lost & Found, a shop dedicated to antique accessories. Nestled among the shops and homes on Houston’s beloved Ferndale, the restored 1930s cottage sells carefully collected treasures from around the world.

“My goal was to create a store where I would want to shop. As an interior designer and architect, I have been an antique lover for years,” said Sharon Perry Wise, Owner of Objects. “Groupings of objects are more interesting to me than a single object, so you’ll find various collections including lamps, ink wells and majolica. Although Objects does carry furniture, we separate ourselves from other antique stores by also providing many home accessories. Accessories finish a home and make it more personal.”

Located at 2815 Ferndale, Objects offers one of a kind home accessories such as lamps, birdcages, tea caddies, chandeliers, sconces, decorative boxes and plates, inkwells and furniture all ranging in price and prominence. Sharon has designed the store for easy perusing of the unusual and eclectic finds. A wall of lamps lights up the room and a table with bird’s nests makes for a decorative sight. A row of Chinese clay bird’s graces a fireplace mantle centered between two French sconces. Many of the accessories are handmade, European and in perfect condition brought back to Houston by Sharon herself.

Objects is open Monday-Friday 10:00 to 5:00. Drop-ins are welcome and appointments can be made by calling 713-523-8496. For more information on Objects, contact The PR Boutique by calling 713.599.1271 or by emailing meredith@theprboutique.com.

GREEN SCENE: HIGHLAND VILLAGE FARMER’S MARKET OPENS IN HOUSTON’S LANDMARK SHOPPING CENTER

Highland Village, Houston’s landmark shopping and dining destination, announces it will be home to the new Highland Village Farmer’s Market beginning Saturday, October 31. The Highland Village Farmer’s Market will be Houston’s only farmer’s market with 100 percent organic, sustainable method growers. The market will be held each Saturday from 8:00 am to Noon.

“We are inviting vendors who only offer organic products. We have two growers USDA and state certified and others who use either organic or sustainable methods of growing,” said Charles Morales, Market Manager of Highland Village Farmer’s Market. “I am proud to be a part of the Highland Village Farmer’s Market.”

A permanent covered structure (next to Jos. A Banks and across the street from Escalante’s Mexican Restaurant) will house up to 24 vendors. Seasonal growers will rotate throughout the year bringing the freshest goods of each season to Houston such as blueberries, figs, strawberries and peaches. A baker will bring fresh baked breads, desserts, brownies and pastries that will pair nicely with the organic coffee vendor. One unit will supply free-range beef, lamb, pork, goat, chicken and wild boar while several vendors will have a variety of free-range eggs. A soap maker will provide lotions and handmade goat’s milk soaps.

Unusual and anticipated features at the market include Queen Bee Marshmallows, a vendor selling 20 different varieties of handmade marshmallows, and Texas Wild, a vendor who owns his own shrimp boat bringing peeled and whole shrimp to the market.

“Shoppers already come to Highland Village to enjoy retail, dining and entertainment. Now they can visit the Highland Village Farmer’s Market for their cooking and grocery needs as well. The Center will be a one stop shopping destination for Houstonians,” said Gretchen Ferguson, Highland Village spokesperson.

GRIPPING EYEWEAR AND PARIS HILTON HAVE EYES FOR STYLE

Houston entrepreneur, Jimmy Jongebloed just returned from Las Vegas today where he presented the first ever Paris Hilton Sunglass Collection with Paris herself in attendance. His Houston-based company, Gripping Eyewear, Inc. recently launched the new line of fashionable sunglasses at the International Vision Expo at the Sands Convention Center. The heiress and socialite, personally appeared at the Gripping Eyewear booth, signing autographs and taking photos with hundreds of fans while thousands of Expo attendees looked on. After the Expo Friday night, Jimmy and his wife, Seita hosted the Paris Hilton Fashion Show and VIP Cocktail party with his Houston investors at the pool of the Hard Rock Hotel. The fashion show featured the sunglass line as well as Paris’ fragrance, handbag, shoe and watch line. Other Houstonians who flew in for the party were Alan and Tori Riffle, Jim and Renee Jongebloed, Duncan and Colleen McKeever, Yonny Demeris and Jenny Romer, Bennett Rowe and Sara Salinas, Lewis and Sherry Chandler, Arthur and Pam Newell, Dr. Rex McKeever, Chris and Laurie Geston, Greg Miller, Bev Wren, George Cox and Jerry Alexander.

Watch E! tonight and check the fashion show and party.

Boogie with RA Sushi City Centre & Young Texans Against Cancer

Curious about how you can fight cancer AND have a great time in your vintage 70s threads? Look no further! RA Sushi City Centre is having a Grand Opening event benefiting Young Texans Against Cancer that is sure to have you ready to boogie in your Disco attire with groovy tunes, sake sips and sushi.

For the competitive disco-goers, there will be a "70s best-dressed" contest with a chance to win a year's worth of sushi at RA*. Be sure to bring your best fringe!

You can also sign up for the Disco Dance Off and see if you can boogie down with the best of them. All that dancing is sure to make you thirsty, so enjoy a cool cocktail or two and help out a good cause in the process.

Get down and boogie in the RA. It's gonna be DY-NO-MITE!

Details:
Thursday, September 24th
7-10pm

RA Sushi CityCentre
12860 Queensbury, STE 234
Houston, Texas 77024

*One year's worth of sushi at RA (Twelve $50 gift certificates)

For more information and to RSVP, please contact The PR Boutique at 713-599-1271.

Space is limited and granted on a first-call first-served basis.

Bailamos with Virtuosi and the Consulate of Mexico!

Join Virtousi of Houston and the Consulate of Mexico as nosotros bailamos (we dance)!

Zarine Boyce opens her home for a kick-off party to announce the organization's partnership with the Consulate of Mexico for their 2010 May Concert and Dinner! The City of Houston will be partnering with Mexico in a yearlong series of events to be held in Houston in honor of the 200th anniversary of Mexico's independence and the 100th anniversary of its revolution.

The kick-off party will feature music from Virtuosi and delicious, authentic Mexican cuisine. Ole!

When: Tuesday, October 20th from 6:00-9:00pm
Where: at the home of Dr. Meherwan and Zarine Boyce

Venue Museum District Bringing Green Living To Houston Arts Scene

Grayco Partners Introduces Houston’s First Transit Oriented Luxury Development. Grayco Partners, a national real estate firm headquartered in Houston and The Lionstone Group announce the development of Venue Museum District, a luxury apartment building situated in the heart of Houston’s vivacious arts community. Sitting on the METRORail, Venue is Houston’s first transit-oriented residential development providing smart, green living in the cultural arts district. Located at 5353 Fannin, Venue Museum District is Houston urban living at its best. Residents can leave their cars at home as it is only a short walk to world-class museums, restaurants and nightlife, while just minutes to the medical center and downtown via the METRORail. Venue is a contemporary development giving Houstonians an environmentally friendly option for renting.

Elaine Turner’s Fall Collection is the Queen’s Fancy

Famed handbag and shoe designer Elaine Turner is partnering with Heroes for Children to highlight her British-inspired fall collection at an event on September 24 at her Rice Village flagship boutique. A suggested $5 donation at the door will benefit Heroes for Children. To raise additional funds for her favorite charity, Elaine Turner is contributing 50 percent of all proceeds from the sale of her Allie and Taylor handbags to Heroes for Children. Please RSVP to callie@theprboutique.com.

Thursday, September 24

6 – 8pm

Elaine Turner Flagship Store

Rice Village

2439 University Blvd.


Houston, TX 77005

www.elaineturner.com

We're Growing!

We have new additions! Meredith Weirick, former Houston Intown Magazine editor, has joined The PR Boutique Houston team as Assistant Account Executive and will be assisting on various consumer accounts. We also welcome our three interns, Avirie Anderson, Martha Chavez and Vanessa Hall. Avirie is currently a senior at Houston Baptist University, Martha is a recent graduate from the University of Houston and Vanessa Hall freelances for the Houston Examiner and is the creator and editor of the UrbaneTimes fashion blog.

You're Invited to Fashion's Night Out in Houston!

Fashion's Night Out Houston, is making shopping fun again! On September 10th, join Mayor Bill White, Fashion Group International and retailers across Houston as they come together to raise money for the American Cancer Society's VICTORY/Shopping Card.

Retailers, such as Elaine Turner, will be selling limited edition totebags with 40% of proceeds going to the VICTORY/Shopping Card, benefiting the American Cancer Society.

Come out, shop and give back at Fashion's Night Out - Houston!

Elaine Turner Boutique in the Rice Village

September 10, 2009

6-10pm

Giuliano Hazan to Cook for Kids at Ronald McDonald House

Giuliano Hazan, cookbook author and world-renowned chef, is bringing a little bit of Italy to our city and giving back to Houston by participating in a cooking session with the children of Ronald McDonald House, Tuesday, November 3. In town to promote the launch of his new book, Giuliano Hazan's Thirty Minute Pasta, Giuliano will make a special stop at Ronald McDonald House between book signings and cooking classes where he will show the children how to make one of his signature recipes from Giuliano Hazan's Thirty Minute Pasta. Giuliano Hazan's Thirty Minute Pasta is the fourth book that Giuliano has penned. It gives home chefs 100 scrumptious, healthful, yet hunger-satisfying dishes that can be prepared in a half-hour or less. He shares his repertoire of hearty pasta soups, fresh-from-the-market vegetarian dishes, plus meat and seafood sauces that take their cue from classic Italian cuisine. Since opening its doors in 1981, Ronald McDonald House has offered a home away from home to the families of children undergoing treatment for cancer and other serious illnesses at Texas Medical Center institutions.

The One Thing Every Woman Should Have...

A crisp, white button-down shirt! The great thing about a classic white button-down is that you can wear it with anything. Dressing it up or down, the white button-down can go anywhere!

Watch Lindsey Aronstein from the boutique Rebecca & Drew teach you how to wear and care for this classic fashion staple on Mirror Mirror on Monday on the Live Well HD Network and is also available at www.livewellhd.com.

The Classic White Button-Down!

For information on where to get a great white button-down that's always appropriate and classically chic, go to http://www.rebeccaanddrew.com/

RA Sushi City Centre Opening

The second location of acclaimed sushi hotspot, RA Sushi City Centre, had a ribbon cutting ceremony last night that was a success. Thanks to everyone that came out.

Now you can get your sushi fix at two locations, RA Sushi City Centre and RA Sushi Highland Village.

Join RA Sushi as they get their new location 'RA-ckin'!

RA Sushi City Centre
12860 Queensbury
Houston, Texas 77024

Denim Cues with Dimensions!

Every woman comes across this problem when shopping for jeans. Sometimes they fit in the thighs, but don't fit in the waist! Not sure what jeans to wear for this fall? Dimensions' jean buyer, Lisa Hopkins, shows you what denim is in for your body type on Great Day Houston.


http://www.khou.com/greatday/video/?nvid=390479


For more information on where to get those jeans, check out Dimensions on the web.

http://www.dimensions6100.com/
Dimensions
6100 Westheimer Rd. # 142
Houston, Texas 77057

Muse on Great Day Houston!

This morning, Great Day Houston featured Lindsay, owner of Muse, on how to update your accessories instead of going out and getting new things!

We'll definitely be trying on a few of those ideas. How cute were those necklaces chained together?

http://www.khou.com/greatday/video/?nvid=390479&shu=1

Update your accessories old and new with offerings from Muse boutique.
http://www.musehouston.com

Muse Houston
Located in the Centre at River Oaks
2411 W. Alabama
Houston, Texas 77098

Elaine Turner's Fall Line Evokes British Spirit

Check out Elaine Turner's fabulous Fall collection. From a Cheetah hair calf satchel with chocolate suede trim to a metallic embossed croc leather clutch and raspberry suede flats, Elaine has created a contemporary collection inspired by the 1970’s mod spirit. The muse for the collection was the infamous David Hicks, a pioneer in London interior design in the 1960s and 70s. Widely known for his use of texture, color and print, Elaine channeled Hicks’ British style to create a lavish line of fun-luxury handbags and shoes for the fall season.

Elaine Turner

Rice Village

2439 University Blvd.
Houston, TX 77005

www.elaineturner.com

The Domestic Diva and Rush!

Karen Henry, AKA The Domestic Diva, and Rush Limbaugh at Houston fundraiser.

Katie the PR Boutique Dog!

It is raining like cats...and YES -- dogs!  Katie, the cutest pug you have ever seen is barking like mad at the thunder.  

The Belle Meade at River Oaks Unveils Landmark Lane

The Belle Meade at River Oaks debuts Landmark Lane at an event on September 2.  Located at 2929 Westheimer at Bellemeade, these new luxury apartments are honoring longstanding River Oaks establishments with a brick engraved with it's name and the date they opened for business.  

The Belle Meade at River Oaks is a sophisticated and stately apartment building blending architectural elements from the turn-of-the-century with modern amenities and conveniences which will enhance and add value to the neighborhood by creating a  sustainable, timeless and classic building to be enjoyed by future River Oaks generations.

The Belle Meade at River Oaks

2929 Westheimer

Houston, TX  77098

713-522-1122

The Bristol Poolside & Penthouse

The Bristol Luxury Condominiums hosts a poolside and penthouse jazz soiree for The French-American Chamber of Commerce. This snazzy event is for professionals who are interested in networking and meeting internationally minded individuals. Take a sneak peak at the new penthouses and dance to the music of Lauren Lombardo & Pizzazz International Jazz.

The Bristol offers the ultimate choice for in-town living with breathtaking panoramic views of the surrounding metropolis matched with elegance, grandeur and convenience giving city living a new description.

Tuesday, August 25

6 - 8pm

The Bristol Luxury Residences

3350 McCue Road

Houston, TX 77056

www.bristolluxury.com




PR Boutique Opens Austin Office

The PR Boutique is excited to announce the opening of a new Austin affiliate. We will be bring the some ingredients of our successful Houston presence to the Austin community through creative marketing, event management, media strategy and photography.

For more information, email info@the prboutique.com.

Designer Caycee Black Appears at Tootsies

Native Houstonian Caycee Black makes a personal appearance at Tootsies on Thursday, August 27 from 2 – 5pm to introduce her fall 2009 line. The Parsons School of Design alum’s style is inspired by her passion for ballet and painting. Her background as a former ballerina shines through in her graceful but edgy designs while her artistic side is seen through her use of shadowy palettes.

Upcoming Tootsies trunk shows:

• August 19 - Trina Turk with Personal Appearance
• August 20 and 21 - Evening Gown Extravaganza
• August 26 - Jolie Toi
• September 11 and 12 - Miriam Haskell Jewelry

Tootsies

Highland Village

4045 Westheimer

Houston, TX 77027

713-629-9990

La Vista Cooks for the Dogs at Ronald McDonald House

Ronald McDonald House has a new house dog, Mogie. And, La Vista Chef, Greg Gordon, is giving Mogie and the kids at Ronald McDonald House something to howl about. In honor of the newest “furry” member of the House, Chef Greg Gordon has created two dog gone delicious dishes, Mogie’s Beef Short Ribs and Mogie’s Bird Dog Quail. Beginning September 1, both dishes will be on the La Vista Memorial and Fountainview menus with a portion of dish proceeds benefitting Ronald McDonald House.

La Vista fans dining on Mogie’s Beef Short Ribs and Mogie’s Bird Dog Quail at La Vista Fountainview (1936 Fountain View) or La Vista Memorial (12665 Memorial Dr) won’t go home empty handed. All Mogie supporters will receive a Mogie doggie bag including dog biscuits (dog friendly) and a hand written thank you note from a Ronald McDonald House child.

Trina Turk Makes a Personal Appearance at Tootsies

Trina Turk makes a special appearance at Tootsies sixth annual Sizzling Summer Soiree benefiting Women of Wardrobe. The evening of fabulous fashions and entertainment is the hit of the summer. On August 19 from 7 - 9pm, get a sneak peek at Trina Turk’s latest fall collection. This "must attend" event benefits Women of Wardrobe, the young women's volunteer branch of Dress for Success Houston which provides interview suites, confidence boosts, and career development to low-income women. Tootsies is Houston’s foremost luxurious shopping experience and place to find the best-kept secrets. One of the pioneers in specialty store retailing, Tootsies took Texas by storm more than 30 years ago and continues to do so today with an exclusive emporium of the most elite European and American designers, accessories and shoes. Visit Tootsies web site at www.tootsies.com.

Tickets are $45 to attend and $75 to join Women of Wardrobe

Tootsies

4045 Westheimer

Houston, TX 77027

Open Monday – Saturday 10am – 7pm

713-629-9990.

Casa de Novia says "I Do" to Oscar de la Renta

Casa de Novia Bridal Couture recently added Oscar de la Renta to their list of exclusive designers. As one of the world's most prominent designers, Oscar de la Renta will debut his 2010 bridal collection exclusively at Casa de Novia in Houston this fall. In addition to the elegant designs, the boutique will carry Oscar de la Renta's line of exquisite bridal shoes.

Oscar de la Renta described having the collection offered at Casa de Novia as a "wonderful opportunity" and feels "confident they share the values of quality and craftsmanship that are inherent to Oscar de la Renta." Casa de Novia offers brides the finest designs from collections shown in New York and Europe.

Casa de Novia
3331 D'Amico
Houston, TX 77019
713-523-9090

Highland Village Honored at PetSet Gala

Highland Village is being honored at this year’s Houston PetSet gala for their commitment to taking Houston’s homeless animals from the pound to Park Avenue. Through the Highland Village Adoption Center, prime real estate space generously donated by Highland Village, more than 1000 abandoned dogs and cats have found loving homes. Without the commitment and support of Highland Village and hundreds of dedicated volunteers, many of these animals would have been euthanized.

The Houston PetSet’s seventh annual Soirée will take place on Friday, the 11^th of September at Hotel ZaZa,. This year’s event, Fierce and Fabulous, begins at 7 p.m. and will feature an open bar, heavy hors d’oeuvres and music by DJ Dave Wrangler. Tama Lundquist, Tena Faust and Courtney Hopson are the Soirée’s co-chairs. In addition to Highland Village, several of the center’s retailers and friends including Michael Kemper, Donald Pliner, Tootsies, Franco Valobra and Sandra and John Watson including will be recognized for their commitment to supporting the Highland Village Adoption Center.

Tickets start at $125 for unreserved seating and $250 per ticket for a seat at a reserved table. Tables of 10 are available for $2,500 to $25,000. Underwriting opportunities range from $250 - $10,000. Tickets may be purchased through the PetSet’s website (www.houstonpetset.org) or by calling 713.328.5151. Proceeds from the event will support Houston area animal welfare organizations.

Tootsies August Trunk Shows

Claudia Laboa Trunk Show and Personal Appearance

Featured in eleven Desperate Housewives episodes, ovals, circles, rectangles and squares make up the designs of many of her necklaces that can be worn long or wrapped a few times, spicing up any outfit.

August 19-20

10am - 6pm

Trina Turk Trunk Show and Personal Appearance

Women of Wardrobe Soiree

August 19

7 - 9pm

Fall 2009 Gown and 2010 Resort Looks Trunk Show

Featuring Romona Keveza, Peter Hidalgo, Farah Angsana, Rafael Cennamo and Gustavo Cadile

August 20-21

10am - 6pm

Jolie Toi Trunk Show

Exclusively available at Tootsies, Jolie Toi designs beautiful gowns that compliment the female frame for the confident woman.

August 26

10am - 6pm

Caycee Black Trunk Show and Personal Appearance

This Houstonians background as a former ballerina shines through in her graceful but edgy designs while the artist in her gave her a keen eye for shadowy palettes.

August 27

10am - 6pm

Tootsies in Highland Village

4045 Westheimer

Houston, TX 77027

713-629-9990

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