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Party Like an All-Star

Game on! Harvey is history, the Astros are World Series champs and Santa Claus is coming to town. It’s going to be Houston’s most glamorous and festive holiday season ever, and wearing these fun frocks and beautiful statement jewels are just the right play.

Cover Photo

Photos by Samantha Jane Beatty

Styling by Kate Stukenberg

Grooming by Tonya Riner for Page Parkes Agency

Models Madison Johnston for Wallflower Management and Jake Atterberry for Page Parkes Agency

Photo assistance by John Lewis

Styling assistance by Molly Jodeit

Men’s styling consulting by Cody Sever

and Whitney Wiggins for M Penner

Shot on location at Hotel Alessandra in Downtown

Annabeth dress, $595, at the Alice & Olivia by Stacey Bendet boutique; crystal sandals, $895, by Sophia Webster at Forty Five Ten; diamond octagon drop earrings, $7,500, at Lewis Jewelers; black gold ring with opal and diamonds, $7,700, by Sutra at Zadok Jewelers; cage ring, $4,600, by Penny Preville at Lesley Ann Jewels; Intertwined Loops ring, $6,850, at I.W. Marks Jewelers.
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Fried Chicken, Fancy Bubbles, and a Side of Glamour: Sundays at The Marigold Club Just Got Fun

Fried Chicken, Fancy Bubbles, and a Side of Glamour: Sundays at The Marigold Club Just Got Fun

Chef-owner Austin Waiter of The Marigold Club, now serving fried chicken and Champagne on Sunday nights.


IF YOUR SUNDAY nights could use a little sparkle—and a lot of fried chicken—The Marigold Club has just the thing. Starting May 25 at 5pm, the Montrose hotspot known for its playful mix of Southern charm and London polish is rolling out a new weekly tradition: Fried Chicken & Champagne Sundays.

This isn’t your average comfort food situation. We're talking a shareable fried chicken dinner for two, made with farm-raised birds from Deeply Rooted Ranch, and served alongside buttery whipped potatoes, minted peas, aged cheddar scones, and some over-the-top sauces — including a foie gras sauce supreme that’s as extra as it sounds.

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H-TOWN FOOTBALL JUST got a fashion upgrade. The Texans teamed up with Houston’s own Christy Lynn to debut a first-ever capsule collection that swaps jerseys and hoodies for silk sets, chic dresses, and elevated knitwear — all in the team’s signature colors.

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Houston Ballet Salutes Jim Nelson and Celebrates Margaret Alkek Williams’ 90th Birthday

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Sonja Kostich, Margaret Alkek Williams, and Jim Nelson

HOUSTON BALLET’S 2025–2026 season opened in high style with a double celebration. After the curtain fell on Onegin — John Cranko’s tale of love and rejection — more than 220 patrons gathered on stage at the Wortham for the annual Opening Night Onstage Dinner, one of the company’s most anticipated traditions.

The evening paid special tribute to Jim Nelson. Nelson, who took the helm as Executive Director in 2012, guided the Ballet through the aftermath of Hurricane Harvey and the challenges of COVID. During dinner, Nelson was honored with a proclamation from the City of Houston. Even Nelson’s mother attended and received a special shout-out during his dinner toast.

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