After almost a decade in New York City, Hayden Lasher, the celebrated handbag designer and great-grandniece of fashion icon Henri Bendel, has returned to her hometown of Houston with her husband and young daughter. While they renovate a house in Tanglewood, she is spending time in her
By Lauren Smith Ford
The Central Library is one of five finalists out of 35 libraries nominated from around the world.
By Doyin Oyeniyi
No Wi-Fi, no problem. ‘The Queen of Cool' turned an old ranch bunkhouse into a West Texas getaway, complete with a dreamy desert bathhouse.
By Lauren Smith Ford
For these couples, it's not a proper reception without a Honey Butter Chicken Biscuit.
By Dan Solomon
What ‘Texas Monthly’ style contributors are inspired by right now.
By Lauren Smith Ford
The designer's Fort Worth studio is not far from the new art gallery owned by her husband, singer Pat Green.
By Lauren Smith Ford
Looks like Solange’s seat at the table may have a minimalist aesthetic.
By Doyin Oyeniyi
We’ve rounded up items from the state and beyond that will make these hot days a little more bearable.
By Lauren Smith Ford
Neighboring Allen is in good company.
By Dan Solomon
Texans are no strangers to long drives. Whether cruising from Mission to South Padre Island to spot great kiskadees, from Turkey to Lubbock while blasting Waylon Jennings, or catching the remote vistas from Marfa to Chinati Hot Springs, Texans often get to
By Charley Locke
Forty Five Ten’s Kristen Cole and designer Joe Cole bring their impeccable taste into the design of their Austin abode.
By Lauren Smith Ford
The Austin-based actress shows us her shoes, as well as the rest of her home with tennis star Andy Roddick, in our new video series.
By Lauren Smith Ford
Almost every fascinating and fun design detail in the new location of this beloved Austin pizza joint has a story behind it.
By Lauren Smith Ford
What ‘Texas Monthly’ style contributors are inspired by right now.
By Lauren Smith Ford
The historic building, a former factory and metal shop, is filled with Mexican art and whimsical touches.
By Lauren Smith Ford
The iconic Texas jeweler, who died Monday at age 96, created mementos of my childhood that I will cherish forever.
By Lauren Smith Ford
Artful dressing was on full display as museum supporters turned out to celebrate creativity and raise money for future exhibits.
By Lauren Smith Ford
Soul man: El Paso's Tomasso Arditti has crafted custom, high-end boots for many famous feet.
By Lauren Smith Ford
For four days, Sisters on the Fly members from around the country camped in their retro Airstreams, Shastas, and more.
By Lauren Smith Ford
In our current moment of Selenamania, Stripes and H-E-B have nothing on the dedication from crafty fans.
By Dan Solomon
How San Antonio handles the Alamo Plaza redevelopment will say a lot about what kind of city it wants to become.
By Robert Rivard
The future Hall of Famer hangs with his buddy, Jason Pena, at their joint venture, BlackJack Speed Shop.
By Michael Hall
San Antonio barber Rob Ferrel on the origins of his famous hair designs.
By Katy Vine
What ‘Texas Monthly’ style contributors are inspired by right now.
By Lauren Smith Ford
The runway show, celebrating the city's Man of the Year, featured Houston notables, Olympians, and lots of plaid.
By Texas Monthly
Artist and craftsman Chad Isham takes inspiration from ’primitive,' handmade items, and his Weatherford-area home is filled with them.
By Lauren Smith Ford
We hit Day One of the shows at Marburger and Excess Fields to show what you can find with some dedicated hunting.
By Lauren Smith Ford
Art dealer Arturo Palacios relishes the creative environment at this 1920s apartment building—especially its romantic courtyard.
By Lauren Smith Ford
What ‘Texas Monthly’ style contributors are inspired by right now.
By Lauren Smith Ford
The artists and former Texas State professors completely overhaul their home of 30 years, adding a studio and gallery for their work.
By Lauren Smith Ford
Bidi bidi bom bom, indeed.
By Dan Solomon
They came for Garth Brooks, beers, and more, dressed in their finest boots and fringe. And then there was Mountain Man.
By Lauren Smith Ford
What Texas Monthly’s style contributors are inspired by right now.
By Lauren Smith Ford
The revered Dallas hotel is ready for another century of revelry after sweeping design changes by a visionary local firm.
By Jean Scheidnes
The debut of a destination showpiece on the University of Texas campus marks a turning point for the Capital City.
By Michael Agresta
A new book out later this month showcases some of the city's most outrageous, whacky, and whimsical dwellings.
By Lauren Smith Ford
Every room has a spectacular view in this ultramodern house that makes the most of its surroundings.
By Lauren Smith Ford
What Texas Monthly's style contributors are inspired by right now.
By Lauren Smith Ford
UT professor Margo Sawyer turns former grocery store into a light-filled studio and home, complete with a rooftop garden.
By Lauren Smith Ford
The tomes collected by Austin's Melba and Ted Whatley find a place on the shelf in their modern, standalone structure.
By Lauren Smith Ford
Parul Das's Two-Step Sari simplifies the complicated process of donning the traditional garment.
By Jean Scheidnes
A designer's Victorian renovation project in Taylor and a secret room at Hotel Emma make our debut list of best discoveries across the state.
By Lauren Smith Ford
How the Austin home and fashion designer used prints, patterns, and vibrant hues to create her dream headquarter space.
By Lauren Smith Ford
Style Editor Lauren Smith Ford shares her top retail moments of the year, from big-city boutiques to small-town finds.
By Lauren Smith Ford
Steve Shuck, co-owner of Texas men's store Stag, designs a cozy home packed with personal touches.
By Lauren Smith Ford
Getting the elaborate Christmas displays in this posh neighborhood ready for the masses is big business.
By Hunter Klaus and Stephen Paulsen
The former Austin couple renovate a 1934 building in quiet Bertram to showcase their new line of furniture.
By Lauren Smith Ford
Dallas sisters' origami ornaments— as seen at Neiman Marcus—have raised $1.2 million for safe drinking water around the world.
By Jean Scheidnes
The Austin furniture duo applies clean, contemporary lines to carefully sourced material with real character.
By Lauren Smith Ford
For decades, Texas men have turned to the San Antonio designer for her custom guayaberas.
By Lauren Smith Ford