Gown, by Christian Dior; French-cut diamond earrings, $498,950, and emerald-cut diamond necklace, $172,025, both at Deutsch Fine Jewelry.
Gown, by Naeem Khan; ruby and diamond suite, $549,000, diamond and ruby bracelet, $198,000, wide diamond bracelet, $179,800, and rubellite tourmaline ring, $18,900, all at Tenenbaum.
Dress and wrap, by Michael Kors; Hot Crystal handbag, $265, by Creations by Niki Lassiter; tourmaline and pink-sapphire earrings, $7,690, by Barry Kronen, oval sapphire necklace, $11,385, and multi-row diamond ring, $18,475, both by IWM Signature Collection, all at IW Marks.
Dress and gloves, both by Versace; leopard cuff, $32,800, and lion cuff, $30,400, both by David Webb, doorknocker earrings, $48,900, by Sabbadini, and Navette ring, $22,500, all at Tenenbaum.
Gown, by Naeem Khan; emerald and diamond drop earrings, $849,000, and emerald and yellow diamond necklace, $790,000, diamond and emerald bracelets, $34,500 and $31,500, and cocktail ring, $7,000, all at Valobra Master Jewelers.
Blazer, by Michael Kors; diamond heart necklace, $4,500, mixed-metal bar necklace, $3,938, and mother of pearl butterfly necklace, $1,700, all at Bella Madre.
Sequin jacket and pants, and earrings, all by Chanel; Spirit of Big Bang King Gold with pink ceramic and diamonds, by Hublot.
Sweater and leather dress, by Versace; Disco earrings, $32,000, by Fernando Jorge, Patchwork necklace, $7,800, Geode cuff, $16,000, Chubby ring, $16,800, and Sparkle ring, $14,900, by Emily P. Wheeler, all at Elizabeth Anthony.
Sequin top, $4,290, and pants, $2,990, by Oscar de la Renta, and shoes, $825, by Saint Laurent, all at Saks Fifth Avenue; diamond and emerald choker, $42,768, diamond and tsavorite garnet ring, $11,858, mother and child ring, $8,712, diamond starburst bracelet, $14,685, flower bracelet, $10,846, cuff, $5,478, and emerald lattice bracelet, $55,000, all by Arman Sarkisyan at Lesley Ann Jewels.
Dress, by Naeem Khan, shoes, $845, by Christian Louboutin at Saks Fifth Avenue; sapphire earrings, $8,100, sapphire bracelet, $8,125, diamond tennis bracelet, $17,250, diamond ring with a center emerald, $10,965, and sapphire statement ring, $12,220, all at Zadok Jewelers.
Jacket dress, by Gucci; freshwater pearl pendant with white diamonds, $5,830, on handmade gold chain, $4,270, and pearl ring with white diamonds, $6,920, all by Lika Behar at Cotton Club.
Styling by Todd Ramos
Art Direction by Patrick Magee
Hair and Makeup by Edward Sanchez
Model Charlotte Stevens for Page Parkes
Shot on Location at the Memorial home of Michael and Lisa Holthouse
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The Houstonian, the former estate of Barbara and President George Bush, has decked its halls with fresh garland, holiday décor, and giant home-made gingerbread houses on the glowing lobby fireplace mantle through December. This is especially fun for out-of-town guests looking for a festive outing over the holidays — and everyone is invited to this tucked-away paradise.
First up: Trellis Spa reservations, as ‘tis the season! A new special will hit Dec. 20, and we cannot imagine anyone who would fail to love this during the frenetic holidays. The Stress Relief Neck Wrap is included with a Trellis custom massage or CDB massage on Mondays or Tuesdays. Heat activates the oils in the herbs and provides relaxation; alternatively, the wrap may be frozen and used for sore muscles. Guests receive the neck wrap of flaxseed, lavender, lemongrass, rosemary, and chamomile flowers as a take-home gift (a $48 value).
To prep for parties galore this season, a facial might be top of mind. Trellis recently introduced Tata Harper natural luxury facials and the aromas alone are blissful. Other facials to choose include a custom facial, Natura Bisse and HydraFacial. For the ultimate gift, all-day packages such as The Southern Gentleman are the way to go, but you can buy a gift certificate for any service at the spa (and who wouldn’t want one)?
At the largest spa in Texas, also expect a nail salon with a serene setting for a mani-pedi overlooking the lush, wooded grounds. You’ll find the petite hair salon tucked away in the corner, but book way ahead for services because (sadly) The Houstonian’s Solaya in Highland Village recently closed and there are carry-over clients. Guests with a 50-minute treatment have access to all the amenities including a sauna, indoor cooling pool and cabana-flanked outdoor soaking pools and garden — perfect for our famously warm December days.
Trellis Spa is beckoning with not only spa treatments to get you holiday ready, but special gifts for anyone on your list who appreciates a little pampering. In the expanded spa reception area, peruse the walls of candles, lotions, diffusers, body oils, bath products, designer sunglasses, makeup, and even cool clothing.
Getting hungry? Guests with at least a 50-minute treatment have the luxury of visiting the spa dining areas — upstairs or downstairs on the lovely covered terrace. (For shorter treatments, Tribute restaurant is open to the public.) At the spa, lunch on healthful treats such as smoked salmon on brioche or the beloved grilled peach salad with natural chicken, blue cheese and pecans — and there’s no need to even remove your spa robe.
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