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Pastels with a Punch: How to Maximize Minimalism This Summer

Pastels with a Punch: How to Maximize Minimalism This Summer

Spring looks by Alice + Olivia

READY TO VENTURE back into the public eye? From happy-hour haute to glorified pajamas-gone-glam, our style guru collected five must-shop trends to revamp your style. Pack a pretty punch with pastels from head to toe, as in beautiful Alice + Olivia sets accompanied by a Balenciaga bag. Or go green, thanks to Bernadette and By Far!

Mask, $95, by Tom Ford

Hourglass top-handle bag, $1,790, by Balenciaga

Emma double-breasted blazer, $820, by Bernadette

Rachel shoulder bag, $340, by By Far

Square Knife pump, $1,420, by Balenciaga

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Thompson Hotel’s Toca Madera Is Latest ‘Vibe Dining’ Destination to Bring the Heat

The patio at Toca Madera (photo by Connie Anderson)

EXPERIENTIAL, OR “VIBE,” dining has been trending for a few years now in Houston, from restaurateurs who assume that diners want more than just a meal. Well, they all just got some stiff competition with the opening of Toca Madera in the Pavilion at The Allen.

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Summer Real Estate Report: Crunching the Numbers!

The pool at Ritz-Carlton Residences, The Woodlands

IS A HEALTHY, balanced real estate market finally here? Per HAR data, the answer is ... kind of? Inventory is at the highest level since 2011, prices are holding steady, and the city and metro area continue to grow in population. Having lost population after Harvey and Covid, the city welcomes significant yet sustainable growth — and a housing market that can handle it.

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