What to do this weekend....?

Well Houston Press Artopia of course!  Come play with the hippest of the stylish hipsters this Saturday at Winter Street Studios for an evening of of culture, fashion, art, music and food. Enjoy three musical performances, two fashion shows, live performance art and works from over 25 local artists. Whew! 

Artopia will also feature the 5th annual Houston Press Mastermind Awards where a $2,000 grant will be awarded to three progressive individuals or small organizations that have made an impact in the local art community.

Ticket prices include complimentary food, wine, cocktail and beer sampling.

AND...

Since all of you are so incredibly fabulous, use the promotional code ART2013 and receive $20 off General admission tickets (Reg. $55- with the discount $35)

A portion of the event proceeds will benefit Houston PBS!

The party will continue even after Artopia is over at the official Artopia After Party at Hughes Hangar, where guest will enjoy an aerialist and a fire dancer!  How cool is that?

See you there chic friends!

Furry Friday Feature: Bette Davis

It's Furry Friday once again! Spreading the word to get some of our homeless Houston furry babies placed in homes. Every week we feature somebody new that would love to be part of your family. This week meet Bette Davis (bet you can guess how this little lady got her name:).

Here is some info from Bette's Foster parents:

Everyone loves her and she loves everyone...she doesn't even bark at strangers. It also didn't take her very long to figure out the bed was a good thing and now she asks to go up there every night. She learns quickly by following the other dog's examples. She's very smart and eager to please...which makes training super easy also.

The early bird catches the worm. If you see a puppy that would be a good fit for you home, be sure to get your application in asap, as they are on a first come first serve basis. Not ready to adopt? The Dachshund Rescue of Houston always needs fosters:)

Rain, Rain Come to Stay!

After almost a year, I finally had the opportunity to use my däv peacock umbrella this week. I also was spared from having to witness my husband spend hours watering our lawn in his underwear, but that's neither here nor there...

If the rain keeps up (pretty pretty please?) I may have to add däv's english quilted black rain boot (pictured above), or perhaps this pair. They have so many fun boots! Check out their site, and tell us which pair you would love to have for jumping in rain puddles!

Muse Boutique Hosts Annual Backroom Blowout Sale!

Step into Muse Boutique's back room for the annual Blowout Sale. Beginning today through July 30, find fashions up to 70 percent off in the back room!

Summer is heating up and it’s time to complete your sun-focused wardrobe! What better way than to stop by Muse Boutique’s Back Room Blowout Sale. With styles up to 70 percent off, you’ll leave with a closet-full of coveted designer duds. Shop the sale and splurge on labels like Roberta Freymann, 12th Street by Cynthia Vincent, Eva Franco, and Rory Beca. The annual Muse Back Room Sale is an event that frugal fashionistas cannot miss!

Muse
2411 W. Alabama

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!

Sushi Choo Choo

I ate at the coolest place this weekend. It's called Sushi Choo Choo, the "moving" sushi restaurant. Perplexed (and a bit fascinated) by how the restaurant "moves," we of course had to see for ourselves. The concept is ingenious, especially for those a bit sheepish with sushi. The "choo choo" of freshly made mini sushi plates travel on a mini conveyor belt, in front of your seat (see video below). Each plate is color coded by price level, so you know exactly what price it is before you gobble it down. The menu is a no-brainer with colorful pictures and clearly worded descriptions so you can decide what you want to grab off of the belt. Not only was it an amusing concept, but I ate until I was stuffed, and my meal was about $11. Go ride the train.

Sushi Choo Choo

12149 FM 1960 Rd

Houston, Texas 77065

Choo Choo Train Sushi - Amazing videos are here

Get Your Bonnet On

I'm a northeastern girl at heart, so I'm always fascinated by little Texas-isms. The latest phenomenon that has me all giddy, is the celebration of the bluebonnets. While driving down 290 this past weekend, there were hoards of Moms, Dads, kids, and puppy dogs pulled over on the interstate, rolling around in the wild flowers, and taking photographs. Commonplace to many, but completely new to me! Now I am obsessed with taking my own furry family for a photo shoot. So where are some of the best places to do this? The best resource I've found is Lone-star.net. They have a bulletin board where people can post wildflower sightings. Anyone else have a stellar resource?

Atty Myer

A new year always seems to bring about new talent. While hunting for a new clutch, I came across these perfect little handmade bags by Atty Myer. At only $24 a piece, I highly suggest stocking up on every style.

Nooks and Crackers...er Crannies

Just wanted to give a BIG thank you to one of my fellow organizers, Janine Godwin, for giving Houston's Weekly Chic such a super sweet write up on her (highly entertaining) Nooks and Crannies blog. Whenever you need some helpful information/advice along with a pinch of wit and a dash of sarcastic humor, go check it out. She's a trip. Thanks Janine!