Andrew GN at Tootsies

Still one more night of Andrew...

Vote for Dal!

My friend Dallas is quickly rising to the top of the Vince Camuto shoe design contest, but she could still use a boost from Houston's Weekly Chic readers! You can cast your vote here, and you can re-vote every day (her shoe design above can currently be found on page 3). Thanks so much for your help! -B

Who's Your Doggy??

On April 17th, I stopped by The Lot on Washington for the "Who's Your Doggy?" fundraiser, benefiting Texas Hearing and Service Dogs. And boy, what a fundraiser it was! Charity Chicks Houston organized the pup-tacular event filled with specialty cocktails, treats (both and human and canine), and other party favors (my doxie is psychotically obsessed with his new pink frisbee). The icing on the cake: gorgeous, irresistible photos from Monkey Tree Photography. Enjoy...

Me & Gus - my chunky monkey dachshund

Peran & Scannell Jewelers Trunk Show

While playing at the Houston Women's Show past weekend, I met some truly amazing people. Two of those people, are Dawn Scannell and Shelley Peran, owners of Peran & Scannell Jewelers. Dawn, has been a Principle Ballerina at the Houston Ballet for 16 years, and Shelley has over 31 year of expertise in the jewelry industry. The two friends joined creative forces, and now offer one of the most unique selections of fine jewelry in the city (at wholesale prices!).

So this Thursday, P&S Jewelers is having a big party, and you are all invited! There will be champagne, hors d'oeuvres, and lots of time to play dress up with gorgeous sparkling diamonds! Be sure to swing by and pick up something for Mom. Here are the details...

Richard Keremetz Gemstones Trunk Show
April 29th 1-7 pm

2900 Weslayan, Suite 535
Houston, Texas 77027

A portion of the proceeds will be donated to Hungry Houstonians Emergency Aid Coalition
R.S.V.P. to service@peranscannelljewelers.com

Joan Hornig Jewelry Trunk Show

Cranky Pants

Admit it, don't you wish you could walk around with this shirt during your day, and put it on whomever you'd like? Chef Monica Pope Text Tees now at Hello-Lucky.

10% off at Rebecca & Drew

Ladies, we all deserve a better fitting dress shirt. Wouldn't it be awesome if we could pick out our very own personal fabrics, styles, collars, and cuffs?. Thank you Rebecca & Drew, for making it more affordable than ever to customize our style! Now through April 30th, they are offering 10% off all Insignia orders. Gaping button holes everywhere can now rejoice.

Organize Unruly Computer Cords

Need a great way to organize cords, but don't want to spend any cash? I had a client email me this brilliant solution and I just had to share.

Atelier Minyon Spring 2010

Stunning Spring line from Atelier Minyon! You can see more here.

A Rose is a Rose...

A rose is a rose is a rose...

Introducing Saks-en-Rose,
the new fragrance from Bond No. 9
Exclusively at Saks Fifth Avenue

A contemporary blend of rarely used topnotes —
succulent dry dates and verbena-like
lantana leaves.

Visit Saks Fifth Avenue for your sample.

For more information, please call
713.627.0500 ext. 5700

Recycle, Renew, Rewear!

Finally there is an answer for your broken bracelets, chipped rings, and that lone earring that hides away in your jewelry box longing for its mate! To celebrate the 40th Anniversary of Earth Day this Saturday April 17th, Sheny Designs will be hosting their Recycle, Renew, Re-wear event!

Bring your old sad jewelry, and while you mix and mingle, they will create a fresh, new, beautiful happy pieces for you to re-wear.

So who is Sheny? The artist Sheny Tschen, owns an artisan jewerly boutique that specializes in custom made jewelry. Her designs are elegant and classic, sophisticated and unique. With a variety of mix and matched gems, semi-precious stones, pearls and fine silver, Sheny's bold and classic jewelry relect and compliment every woman's style.

April, 17 (12-4pm)
Sheny Designs
713.480.8824
1740 Sunset Blvd.
Houston, TX

New DVF

African Sugar-Print Hobo from DVF. Oh Diane, you never cease to amaze me with your magic!

Rosebud

Still on a bit of a hiatus this week. To bridge the gap, I thought I'd share some floral fun from local Rosebud Lips.

Have a bunch to share when I return..fashion shows, shoe designers, reality TV shows...Oh my!

Roadshow Blondes

Are you watching them yet? They are Jayme Lamm and Aimee Woodall, two of my favorite Houston philanthropic fabulousities. The Roadshow Blondes.

Where are they headed? On a road trip from H-town to NYC on a wacky adventure all in the name of suicide prevention. Besides singing girly songs in the car at the top of their lungs, these fine ladies are on a mission: putting their dignity on the line in order to raise money for the JED foundation . They are stopping in towns large and small, and doing just about anything you want in return for a JED donation. For example, Aimee (the vegetarian) will eat meat if you donate 1500, Jayme will skydive for $500, they'll spend the night at Walmart for $300...or whatever creative suggestions you have for them (I'm thinking of something involving snakes and scorpions).

Don't have 1500 to make Aimee sick? How about $5? That's all they need to reach their goal. Support these ladies in their road trip for JED by donating $5 here.

They are looking for connections everywhere they go, so contact them if you can help. Here is the remainder of their schedule below:

Tuesday, April 6 Wheeling Wv., New Stanton, Pa. (OVERNIGHT)
Wednesday, April 7 Breezewood , Pa. (which reminds me of holidays past, and my brother wanting to eat at Arthur Treachers), Chambersburg , Pa., Gettysburg , Pa. (OVERNIGHT)
Thursday, April 8 semi free day in Gettysburg, Pa. or surrounding city, then to Reading, Pa., Allentown, Pa. (thinking of visiting Penn State), arrive in NYC
Friday, April 9 NYC (OVERNIGHT)
Saturday, April 10 NYC (depart back to Houston at 8pm)

Galleria Fashion Show Ticket Giveaway!!

**Congrats to our winner Anna Fulbright! Thanks my wonderful lovelies for entering!

It's that time of year again you trendsetting boys and girls! Simon Fashion Now™ is returning to the Galleria with fantastic free fashion shows, beauty events and tips from style experts this weekend!

“Simon Fashion Now allows Houston shoppers to preview fresh spring fashions from Galleria retailers,” said Nicole Delmer, director of marketing. “Guests of Simon Fashion Now will see looks at all price points, so every shopper can find styles that work for them.”

So here are the juicy details. We are giving away 2 VIP tickets to one of the many runway events of your choice this weekend....

Friday, April 9 at 6 p.m. or 7 p.m.
Saturday, April 10 at 2 p.m., 3 p.m., 4 p.m. or 5 p.m.

So how do you enter? Simple. All you have to do is follow us and leave a comment below by Thursday, April 8th at noon, along with your email address. The winner will be announced very soon after. Want a better chance to win?

Here's how to get additional entries:

• Become our fan on Facebook (1 additional entry)
• Follow me on Twitter & tweet this giveaway (1 additional entry)
• Blog about this giveaway linking to this post (2 additional entries)
• Become a fan of Simon Fashion Now on FB (1 additional entry)

Want to see more details about the events? Look here.

Note Trunk

So many things to tell you about this week! Where will I find the time? Until I do, here are the sweetest address stamps from Note Trunk.

Cultural Weekend?

One of my (many) New Years Resolutions, was to see more live theatre in H-town this year. We have exceptional talent in this city, and all of our theatres can use our moral (and especially financial) support now more than ever. Every now and then I get to see a show that is so raw, so real, it blows me away and makes me remember why I became a theatre buff in the first place. Last weekend I had the immense pleasure of previewing Sam Shepard's True West with Pendulum Theatre Company. I've seen True West performed multiple times over the years, and this is the first time that I have seen a company capture the true spirit of Shepard's vision. The icing on the cake for me was that each $10 ticket comes with free spirits. Theatre and wine, my two favorite things in one place? Ahh happiness. It's playing through April 10th, so be sure to check it out!

Midtown Art Center. 8 p.m. Fridays and Saturdays. Through April 10. 3414 La Branch For information, call 832-746-7347 or visit www.pendulumtheatre.com. $10.