February 5, 2013

Mark your calendars now ladies—Prabal Gurung’s collab with Target officially hits shelves on February 10.  The designer has dressed everybody from Lady Gaga and Demi Moore to Oprah Winfrey and Michelle Obama, and now you can snag his colorful and floral collection at Target for under $50 a piece. Check out a few of our favorite pieces from the collection below:

Mark your calendars now ladies—Prabal Gurung’s collab with Target officially hits shelves on February 10.  The designer has dressed everybody from Lady Gaga and Demi Moore to Oprah Winfrey and Michelle Obama, and now you can snag his colorful and floral collection at Target for under $50 a piece. Check out a few of our favorite pieces from the collection below:

January 24, 2013

This week Tyler Best Store Mary V’s by Shelby is offering major in-store discounts.  All jewelry is 50% off, all belts and select bags—like the gorgeous Badgley Mischka above—are available at 60% off and all fall and winter styles are a whopping 75% off.  It’s like they’re practically giving things away this week!

December 5, 2012

This Thursday and Friday, Austin Best Store By George will host The Woods Fine Jewelry trunk show at their Lamar location.  One half of the dynamic sister-duo behind the jewelry line, Shawn Hecox, will be in-store as well.  We recently spotted celeb Sophia Bush rocking one of their designs, so we suggest taking advantage of the Austin meet-and-greet before the line hits white-hot status.

November 27, 2012

Ensure your presents won’t get re-gifted at a white elephant holiday party by shopping handmade goods in Dallas this weekend.  Stop by the Dallas Handmade Holiday Show this Thursday through Sunday at the Dallas Handmade Arts Market in the Design District for locally handmade gifts and holiday décor.  After you’ve swiped your credit card a few times—and snapped a photo with Santa—head up Riverfront Drive to the Dallas Flea at South Side on Lamar on Saturday from 9am-4pm for even more handmade, vintage and one-of-a-kind goods from over 75 different artisans.

October 30, 2012

Every bona fide Texan has been to Kerrville at one point or another—be it a visit to historic Camp Longhorn as a youngster, or deer hunting with the boys each fall.  Home to some of the most beautiful scenery in the state—a must-visit during Bluebonnet season—this picturesque Hill Country stop on the Guadalupe River takes “retail therapy” to an entirely new level.

Once we checked in to the recently renovated Inn of the Hills, we knew we were in for a treat.  The homey, yet rustic setting of the hotel really set the mood for our trip—Kerrville is a city rife with history, but they’ve managed to perfectly balance the old with the new.

Case in point: Schreiner Goods.  New to our Best Store list this year, this luxury retailer has found a perfect home in the historic Schreiner building, right down the street from the new city hall.   Once home to a bustling department store—Schreiner’s—Schreiner Goods has successfully created their own version of the modern downtown mercantile.

You’ll find everything from merchandise for men and women to home décor items and an ah-may-zing selection of jewelry from emerging and well-known designers.

Just across the street from Schreiner Goods is Wolfmueller’s Books. The two-story bookstore is a haven for every book lover, from serious collector to casual reader.

We spotted more than a few Texana books we wanted to add to our permanent collection, but “A Book of Photographs from Lonesome Dove” by William D. Wittliff was too good to pass up.

On our way to visit Old Ingram Loop—more on this charming retail spot later—we stopped by the 20-acre ranch that houses The Original James Avery.

The James Avery HQ and showroom is a must-visit, because you get a first-hand look at how the jewelry is made—a truly unique experience.

We left ourselves a lot of time for window shopping along Old Ingram Loop, because you really never know what great finds you’ll stumble upon.  Pro tip: where comfy shoes when shopping Old Ingram Loop. It’s not a long jaunt to visit all 18 stores, but if you’re indecisive like us, you’ll find yourself going back and forth between stores!

Best Store repeat-winner Clint Orms has been an Old Ingram Loop mainstay for years, but Southwestern Elegance seemed to be another favorite shopping spot for the locals.

This eclectic shop had everything from Mayan statues to women’s clothing to outdoor garden art—a perfect spot to pick up a unique gift.

We also made a mental note to roll back through town to visit Lamps & Shades.  You can bring store owners Wright and JoHanna Roussel virtually any object, and they’ll turn it into a custom lamp for you.  You can’t get this done at Michael’s, people—it’s a dying skill, and Kerrville is lucky to have these two craftspeople on hand!

As we reluctantly drove past Kerrville’s beautiful countryside on the way out of town the next morning, we were treated with one last Texas farewell, courtesy of Dale Evans and Roy Rogers.  “Happy Trails,” and we’ll see you soon, Kerrville!

October 17, 2012

Our offices were buzzing with excitement after Target and Neiman Marcus released a sneak preview of their much-anticipated holiday collaboration, available at Target and Neiman Marcus December 1. The limited-edition holiday collection features goodies like luggage from Alice + Olivia, accessories by Brian Atwood and must-have fashions from Lela Rose.  Check out the full preview here so you and your friends can start calling dibs on your favorite items!

August 30, 2012

If you’ll be around Austin this Labor Day Weekend, make sure you spare a day or two to do some serious scavenging at the City Wide Garage Sale happening Saturday from 10am-5pm and Sunday from 11am-5pm at the Palmer Events Center.  Not only are we psyched that we get to treasure hunt in the a/c—it’s still hot out, can you blame us?—but we know we’ll find more than a few finds to take home with us. Vendors from all over the state will be on hand with estate jewelry, vintage goods, art glass and antiques!

August 22, 2012

The long-awaited Arlington location of Sam Moon will officially be open for business this Friday at 9:30am just east of The Parks at Arlington at 1112 W. Arbrook Boulevard. This 17,000 square foot location will feature the always on-trend and affordable handbags, jewelry, shoes and scarves Sam Moon fans have come to love.

August 20, 2012

Swing by Austin Best Store Eliza Page for 50% off summer jewelry.  We spotted everything from cocktail rings and bracelets to statement necklaces and earrings at amazing prices—selection is limited so don’t wait too long to take advantage of this sweet deal!

July 31, 2012

Dallas fashionistas will have the chance to shop amazing men’s, women’s and children’s designer duds at up to 75% off this Thursday through Saturday at F.I.G. Finale.  You can pick up a daily shopping pass for only $15, a 2-day pass for $20, or snag a VIP pass—our recommended plan of attack—for $50.  Names like Elaine Turner, Abi Ferrin, J Brand Jeans, Missoni, Forty Five Ten and Vince are only the tip of the ice berg here, so you can finally call it quits on those so-so late summer sales at your favorite boutique and lock down a-maze-ing deals at F.I.G. Finale this weekend!