Vacay-Ready Frocks, Rodeo Wear and More: Where to Shop This Month

Vacay-Ready Frocks, Rodeo Wear and More: Where to Shop This Month

LoveShackFancy

READY TO SPEND some Christmas cash and gift cards, or eager to get Rodeo-ready?! Houston boutiques are boot-scooting up for 2023 with new collections, pop-ups and more.


Elizabeth Anthony

A look from Ralph Lauren's SS23 collection

Shop the Ralph Lauren spring/summer 2023 collection at Elizabeth Anthony today until Friday, Jan. 27, 10am-5pm. This collection finds iconic designer Ralph Lauren moving past East Coast constraints to present his take on West Coast-casual. “California has always been a land of dreams and contradictions — rugged coasts and red carpets,” Lauren said in a statement. “For the first time ever, I bring my dream of living here, sharing my worlds in an experience that celebrates a way of life I have always believed in — a mix of grit and glamour, energy and inspiration.”

La Vie Style House

Join La Vie Style House in River Oaks District (4444 Westheimer Road, F130) for La Vie en Rodeo Thursday, Jan. 26. Get rodeo ready with new offerings from Miron Crosby and Kate Swail Designs.

Hemline 

Hemline Woodway is hosting Margarita Mercantile on Friday, Jan. 27, at 1391 S. Voss Road. The brand is only sold at a small number of boutiques, and Houstonians will be able to shop the timeless, handcrafted tops, frocks and nursing-friendly clothing. Expect new styles and discounted sample pieces!

Ann + Reeves Kids

Ann + Reeves' Valentine's Day dress (photo by Paige Beitler)

Ann + Reeves Kids launched its spring collection with four different lines: Valentine’s Day, Flowers, Boots and Easter. The adorable pieces in custom made fabrics are perfect for the warm and sunny Spring days to come.

LoveShackFancy

Earlier this month, LoveShackFancy debuted its first activewear collection in all of its boutiques, including the River Oaks District outpost, online, and at retailers such as Neiman Marcus and Saks Fifth Avenue. Merging its feminine signature floral prints with high-quality activewear, this line consists of nine styles for girls on the go. The collection features three dreamy prints; a pretty pink floral, a vibrant blue hibiscus, and a cream, neutral bouquet, all printed on athleisure-wear like sports bras, leggings, biker shorts, tanks, athletic dresses, skirts and more. The line also includes cozy waffle-knit henleys and joggers.

MIRTH

A look from MIRTH's Resort 2023 line

MIRTH launched its Resort 2023 collection full of flowy frocks and blouses, cardigans, shorts and pants. The feminine florals and breezy silhouettes are beckoning for you to take a warm-weather vacay, stat.

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