Fashion

Worlds Beyond

In summer 1969, space travelers from Houston left Earth’s atmosphere, landed on the Moon and stepped into history. Half a century later, Mission Control is still exploring celestial bodies.

_H7A7723
_H7A7723

Editors’ note: We were into masks a year ago, and now everybody’s doing it! Jeweled masks and other fabulous custom accessories by House of Enid figured prominently into last year‘s summer swimwear shoot.

Swimsuit by Michael KorsSwimsuit by Michael Kors

Swimsuits by Michael KorsSwimsuits by Michael Kors

Jumpsuit, by Kimora Lee Simmons; Heritage necklace, $4,113, gold necklace, $1,990, earrings, $1,890, bracelet, $2,227, and ring, $5,726, all at Jianna JewelersJumpsuit, by Kimora Lee Simmons; Heritage necklace, $4,113, gold necklace, $1,990, earrings, $1,890, bracelet, $2,227, and ring, $5,726, all at Jianna Jewelers

Crystal face harness, $2,500, at House of EnidCrystal face harness, $2,500, at House of Enid

From left: Black mirrored suit, by Privilege; necklace, at Jianna Jewelers; sunglasses, by Gucci at 29 North. Dress, $2,950, by Tom Ford at Neiman Marcus; necklace, $3,800, drop earrings, $1,900, and horn bangles, $520 each, all by Matthew Campbell Laurenza at Tootsies. From left: Black mirrored suit, by Privilege; necklace, at Jianna Jewelers; sunglasses, by Gucci at 29 North. Dress, $2,950, by Tom Ford at Neiman Marcus; necklace, $3,800, drop earrings, $1,900, and horn bangles, $520 each, all by Matthew Campbell Laurenza at Tootsies.

Dress, at Dao Chloe Dao; Zani top, $195, and biker short, $295, by Lisa Marie Fernandez at The Webster; earrings, $225, by Mignonne Gavigan at 29 North. Dress, at Dao Chloe Dao; Zani top, $195, and biker short, $295, by Lisa Marie Fernandez at The Webster; earrings, $225, by Mignonne Gavigan at 29 North

Hand-embroidered full-face mask, $5,000, at House of Enid. Hand-embroidered full-face mask, $5,000, at House of Enid

Silver kimono, by PrivilegeSilver kimono, by Privilege

Clockwise from top left: Leotard, $800, leather hologram corset with harness, $1,000, and pink halo headpiece, $350, all at House of Enid. Jacket, $1,895, by Eskandar at Neiman Marcus. Swimsuit, $282, by Hanne Bloch at Maison Jolie; sunglasses, by Gucci at 29 North; starfish pave bangle, $6,950, by Matthew Campbell Laurenza at Tootsies; ring, $4,600, by Ivanka Trump at Deutsch Houston. Jacket, at Dao Chloe Dao, and bracelet, at Deutsch Houston. Leotard, $750, and hand-embroidered star corset, $1,500, both by House of Enid; earrings, $250, by Mignonne Gavigan at 29 North. Swim trunks, $85, by OAS at 29 North; mesh jacket, $165, by Koral at Maison Jolie.Clockwise from top left: Leotard, $800, leather hologram corset with harness, $1,000, and pink halo headpiece, $350, all at House of Enid. Jacket, $1,895, by Eskandar at Neiman Marcus. Swimsuit, $282, by Hanne Bloch at Maison Jolie; sunglasses, by Gucci at 29 North; starfish pave bangle, $6,950, by Matthew Campbell Laurenza at Tootsies; ring, $4,600, by Ivanka Trump at Deutsch Houston. Jacket, at Dao Chloe Dao, and bracelet, at Deutsch Houston. Leotard, $750, and hand-embroidered star corset, $1,500, both by House of Enid; earrings, $250, by Mignonne Gavigan at 29 North. Swim trunks, $85, by OAS at 29 North; mesh jacket, $165, by Koral at Maison Jolie.

Swimsuit, by Malanski; wrap, by Privilege; necklace, $5,400, Flower Core ring, $1,550, cuffs, from $3,500, all by Matthew Campbell Laurenza at Tootsies. Swimsuit, by Malanski; wrap, by Privilege; necklace, $5,400, Flower Core ring, $1,550, cuffs, from $3,500, all by Matthew Campbell Laurenza at Tootsies

wimsuit, by Michael Kors; earrings, $3,600, by John Apel at Deutsch Houston. On him, far left: Swim trunks, $225, by Montclair at Neiman Marcus. On him, center: Swimsuit at TargetSwimsuit, by Michael Kors; earrings, $3,600, by John Apel at Deutsch Houston. On him, far left: Swim trunks, $225, by Montclair at Neiman Marcus. On him, center: Swimsuit at Target

Swimsuit, $50, by Vuthy at Guyz ‘N’ Style, and crystal choker, $250, by House of EnidSwimsuit, $50, by Vuthy at Guyz ‘N’ Style, and crystal choker, $250, by House of Enid

Three-piece swimsuit, by Privilege, and earrings, $3,750, by Lauren K at Deutsch HoustonThree-piece swimsuit, by Privilege, and earrings, $3,750, by Lauren K at Deutsch Houston

Photos by Steve Visneau

Collages by Shawn Magill

Styling by Todd Ramos, 

Hair and Makeup by Edward Sanchez, Rosa Scott and Jennifer Oliver for Arched Beauty

Models Ashley Izundu, Ethan Marshall, Brandon Roder and Margo Whitley for Page Parkes

Shot on Location in Stablewood

Style
promoted

Leadership in Action: ‘Setting Clear Goals’ Among Secrets of Success for Attorney Jess Bailey

Al Torres
Leadership in Action: ‘Setting Clear Goals’ Among Secrets of Success for Attorney Jess Bailey

How did you get to where you are today? A few key principles integrated into my life: setting clear goals, maintaining a growth mindset, building strong habits, and surrounding myself with the right people. Goals provided direction, while a growth mindset helped me turn challenges into opportunities for learning. Consistent habits, like disciplined work and effective communication, kept me moving forward. Being surrounded by motivated, supportive individuals has elevated my standards and kept me accountable. They’ve provided advice, encouragement, and sometimes that extra push I needed to stay on track. With these elements, I’ve been able to create a framework that helps me succeed and ensures I continue to grow and evolve.

Keep Reading Show less
People + Places
food

Októ Joins Mi Luna and Marmo as Hot Spots at Mediterranean-Marvelous Montrose Collective

Paella Valenciana at Mi Luna

THOUGH IT'S BEEN in Houston less than a decade, Sof Hospitality has made major inroads with foodies and critics alike. Its concepts include Doris Metropolitan, Hamsa and Badolina Bakery, all of which deliver the rich flavors of Israeli cuisine in complex, photogenic and delicious dishes. Its newest, Októ, opened earlier this year, one of several energetic restaurants to bow in the Montrose Collective, just in time for the holidays.

Keep Reading Show less
Food
art

Five Fabulously Diverse Exhibits Are Arriving at Museum of Fine Arts Houston

Bill Viola’s ‘Ascension,’ on display as part of ‘Living with the Gods’ at MFAH

THE ARTIST WHO ushered in the expressionist movement in the early 20th century was not, in fact, Picasso or Matisse. It was Paul Gauguin, whose career spanned the decades just preceding the turn of the century. The French painter is the subject of the Museum of Fine Arts’ latest exhibit, Gauguin in the World, which was organized by Henri Loyrette (formerly of the Louvre and the Musée d’Orsay, Paris). The show, just one of the museum’s diverse winter season shows, debuted in Australia in June and will be on display through Feb. 16, 2025, at the MFAH, the only U.S. venue for the survey.

Keep Reading Show less
Art + Entertainment