High Fashion Home Blog

Alice in Cookieland

2010-03-05T06:05:00.001-06:00

In celebration of Tim Burton's Alice in Wonderland, which is out today, Bakelab has created an adorable box of treats for your next Mad Tea Party!

Click here for the full scoop on what's included. If you ask me, those Cheshire Cat Macarons look positively delish! It just goes to show you, this isn't going to be a movie. It's going to be a phenomenon!

HFH in 002!

2010-03-03T13:40:00.003-06:00

Check out the March issue of 002 magazine. The Costumes for Cocktails page features clothes from the High Fashion Home boutique! (plus it's illustrated as always by our instore Merchandising Director)

Oh Baby!

2010-02-24T16:05:00.018-06:00

We're crazy about babies here at High Fashion Home, and we are crazy over our new baby lines! Right on time for spring/summer '10, which as everyone knows comes pretty fast here in Houston. Come check them out along with our baby toys, blankets and accessories.

Sckoon

100% certified organic cotton clothing for your hip baby. Dyed with metal free and low-impact dyes.

Sckoon short sleeve zen top and monkey pants. $44.

Sckoon Japonesque monkey pants. $24.

Kabuki kimono top and pants set. $48.

Baby Nay!

"Tiny ruffles, applique flowers, ombre hues, and unique, charming prints leave their mark on many of Baby Nay pieces. Tiny ruffles, applique flowers, ombre hues, and unique, charming prints leave their mark on many of Baby Nay pieces.

Baby Nay 2 piece tiered Za-Za set with crocheted applique. $53

Baby Soy

"Babysoy is the 1st company in the world to create a soft and natural newborn wardrobe using soybean protein fiber. Using simple and fresh designs, babysoy has created a sustainable and modern baby wardrobe for eco-babies without sacrificing comfort or style.

Kimono 1 piece in Blossom. $23.

Year round reversible hoodie. "A distinguished iParenting Media Award Winner, the year round reversible hoodie is perfect to layer over tees for warm days or over one-pieces for cooler days. " $28.

Beba Bean
Introducing bamboo and cotton knit apparel and blankets, along with adorably chic shoes... and of course, the Pee-Pee Tee-Pee!

Beba Bean Knit Poncho 100% washable cotton. "The Knit Poncho is guaranteed to be the most versatile piece in any little girl’s wardrobe – with no arms or sleeves to worry about, it slips on and off in a flash!". $30.

My first penny loafer. $31.

My first biker boot. $34.
and the Pee-Pee Tee-Pee. $11 for a pack of 5.

Trumpette

Baby shoes and sock sets

Johnny's set of 6 pairs. $24.

Metallic Mary Janes set of 6. $24.

Jellies. $15.

MiniShatsu
"Styling Children One Stitch at a Time"

Puppy Royalty onesie. $30.

Doodle onesie. $30.

Pro Golfer polo snap t. $34.

Boy Genius polo. $34.

Claesens Baby

Swimsuit. $28. Boys swim boxer. $18.

Teeny Tiny Optics

100% UVA and UVB protection

And a must to go with those swimsuits! Assorted styles. $9-15.

NY Times: Jamie Drake's Temporary Rental

2010-02-24T01:40:00.009-06:00

I love the chairs and flokati rug.

Jamie Drake, interior designer to the likes of Michael Bloomberg and Madonna, managed to decorate his temporary condominium at the cost of $19,400. The costs include paint, the silk taffeta window treatments, silk pillows, ceiling lights, and the reupholstering of several pieces of furniture.

The desk lamps are from Artemide Tolomeo.

The green wall is Forest Moss by Benjamin Moore. The pillows are from ABC Home.

The hand chair brings new meaning every time you sit down.

When you've got views like that, you definitely want as much seating as possible facing out towards the windows.

Top Chef Masters: Houston's own Monica Pope!

2010-02-23T00:34:00.001-06:00

Monica Pope...Top Chef?

Houston's own, Monica Pope, will be battling it out on Bravo's Top Chef Masters: Season 2. The James Beard Award nominee is the chef/owner of the high acclaimed t'afia. She has been immensely generous in helping out High Fashion Home with staff and food for several of our charity events. Top Chef happens to be one of my favorite shows. I'm always amazed how these chefs can spontaneously conjure up such a diverse set of delectable dishes each and every episode. Monica Pope is one of Houston's most decorated chefs, so expect great things when season 2 starts on April 7th.

Also, Monica hosts the Midtown Farmer's Market at t'afia every Saturday. A dedicated following comes out every week, rain or shine, to experience a wonderful home-grown market. Monica offers a free cooking class during the Market. Free cooking classes from a Top Chef....sign me up! Check out her great cooking blog too!

High Fashion!

2010-02-19T08:00:00.000-06:00

Splendid at High Fashion Home

Splendid rugby striped top in white/navy stripe $73

Splendid blazer $97

Splendid modal/lycra foldover top leggings $62

Karma Living recycled materials bag $50

studded leather bangle $9

DePetra

2010-02-17T17:55:00.004-06:00

High Fashion Home is excited to receive our new jewelry line this week. Each of these organic and stylish pieces are made by hand by local Houston sisters Cynthia Sheridan and Lorena Rodriguez. Be on the look out for wide cuffs, leather wrap bracelets, thin layering metal bangles, earrings and rings all embellished with hand selected stones. Prices starting at $84.

Kelly Wearstler Returns to the Avalon!

2010-02-17T02:03:00.001-06:00

Kelly Wearstler is not my obsession, just a passion. In the February 2010 issue of Lonny Magazine, they took an in-depth look at Kelly Wearstler bringing mid-century, Italian flair into the Avalon Hotel. Wearstler did the original interior design when her husband, Brad Korzen, originally redeveloped this 1940's hotel. To celebrate the 10 year anniversary of this Beverly Hills hideaway, Wearstler was back at work updating this chic boutique hotel that originally helped put her on the national interior design map. Check out some of the breathtaking pics as Wearstler weaves her decorating magic.

The blue terrazzo is unbelievably beautiful. The bar stools with the gold plating exude class and sophistication.

Love the chairs.

A lounge seating area that functionally allows every patron to have their own seat.

I just liked how the calm mood is evoked in this setting.

The colors, natural light, and clean decor makes this the ideal place for a cafe.

I'm blown away by the crackled glass base detailing. That is a dining set that I would pay some serious money for.

Lounge chairs that are fully padded in white.

It is amazing how true artist draw their inspiration.

The wallpaper is ridiculously cool. I spy the Cora Floor Lamp in the corner.

Lonny Magazine Mention!

2010-02-16T02:14:00.002-06:00

It was like play a game of "Where's Waldo?", but we finally tracked down the Porter Floor Lamp in the latest February 2010 issue of Lonny Magazine. In the talented Ryan Korban's own Manhattan studio, the Porter Floor Lamp sits inconspicuously in the corner. If you haven't checked out Lonny Magazine, please do. It is by some of the same folks that brought us our once beloved Domino Magazine.

HFH Boutique

2010-02-10T10:53:00.008-06:00

Yoana Baraschi silk tribal chain dress $328

Seamless gray leggings with tuxedo stripe side detail $21

Wide bangle bracelet $13.75

Yoana Baraschi dress detail

Have you been to the new womenswear and accessory boutique at High Fashion Home lately? Well, our buyers have just come back from market and are really excited about the new spring and summer lines coming in. If you haven't shopped with us yet, or you've been away for awhile, come check out High Fashion Home spring/summer '10.

Velvet
Ella Moss
Splendid
Chan Luu
Rachel Pally
Ali Ro
Monrow
Jwla and Johnny Was
Enza Costa
Left Coast by Dolan
Saivana
Corey Lynn Calter

Akiko

Cynthia Steffe

McGuinn
Meghan

Goldhawk

BCBG generation

Heather

Dreamsack bamboo clothing

213 Industry belts and shoes

Matt and Nat eco-friendly bags

Cheryl Dufault hand torn and washed leather cuffs with vintage badges and coins

Tolani scarves

Anu by Naturals scarves

Raina Belts

Dog-eared necklaces
Alex and Ani bracelets

See you soon!

Great Valentine's Gift Ideas $40 And Under!

2010-02-08T18:05:00.006-06:00

Brown floral ribbon tie necklace $22.00

Jeweled Bib Necklace $39.00

(Nothing dresses up a plain tee or tank like a trendy bib style necklace!)

Alex & Ani quill feather bracelet $40.00

(Why get just one... these look great layered)

Alex & Ani love bangle $17.00

(ahhhhhhhhhhhhhhhh... Sigh)

Zipper bracelet in silver and gold $32.oo

(Of course, she needs both!)

All available at High Fashion Home!

Shadowplay

2010-02-04T18:18:00.002-06:00

Islands Necklace, $388

This one will have to be filed under the "Look, but Don't Touch" category. Unless, that is, you have $300+ to spend on one necklace. One hauntingly beautiful, etheral, feather-light necklace. Until that day, I'll have to settle with drooling on my keyboard or learning how to knit like Shadowplay's designer. I won't hold my breath.

Septemberist Necklace, $455

Harkness Necklace, $290

Leg Warmers

2010-02-01T05:24:00.000-06:00

Surely, your overworked dining chairs get chilly, too?! All day long, being pulled in and out and all around the house. They deserve a little something special to wear. Give them Chair Personality Socks.

My favorite are the argyle variety. What was once plain is now a prepster chair! Get 'em at Charles & Marie.

InStyle Magazine

2010-01-29T11:32:00.002-06:00

InStyle Magazine - November 2009

I was at a dinner party the other night, when a friend congratulated us about being in InStyle magazine. I heard High Fashion Home might get a mention at some point. When months went by, I figured InStyle magazine just passed on us. Lo and behold, our Star Desk Clock was featured in the November 2009 issue. It also doesn't hurt that we are sharing the issue with Ms. Reese Witherspoon on the cover.

Polish Modernism!

2010-01-28T01:53:00.001-06:00

This neat little home featured in the New York Times is Swiss inspired architecture located in the midst of a very traditional Polish town. The interior features simple concrete floors and particleboard walls.

The exterior features prominent vertical planks of spruce, instead of the plaster exterior used in most of Poland's "castle" homes. While the planks are more expensive upfront than plaster, the planks will age better than plaster over time and save money in the long run.

Check out the photos below. I know it's not for everyone, but it is cool nonetheless.

More, More, More Chalkboards!

2010-01-27T17:32:00.001-06:00

I know, I know... Enough already with the chalkboard stuff! I promise that this is the last post on chalkboard stuff for quite a while.

I was looking at the Made by Girl blog, and she had a post on really cute chalkboard walls, so I had to share!

I like this a lot better than any tile backsplash out there!

Maybe this is what I should do with my old Ikea table... fun for my future kiddos!

How To Get A Leg Up...

2010-01-26T11:24:00.005-06:00

I am a recent leggings convert. It has taken me a little while to jump on the bandwagon, mainly because every pair I ever buy always ends up making me look like I have saggy baggy elephant legs. And girls, you know what I mean. Wearing pants made with Lycra and spandex leave little to the imagination as it is. It takes a bit of confidence to strut fully in leggings, but worn under a skirt or dress or tunic... yeah, I'll give it a go! But not if it means I am constantly pulling and tugging. Waistbands that dig in or roll down and saggy baggy knees are not my thing.

Thankfully we now carry a line of leggings here at High Fashion Home that actually keep their shape, stay in place and are flattering. We have regular, ribbed and patterned. And all our employees have already scooped up a pair.

The best part... the price tag. They start at $15.00!!!

You're So Vain

2010-01-25T18:09:00.002-06:00

Everytime I pull my desk chair into the bathroom to flatiron my hair, I wish I had a vanity. First of all, there's barely enough room in the bathroom in which to put the chair, and if hubby and I are trying to get ready at the same time, it's downright impossible. I'm hoping I'll be able to make another small change once we move into a bigger apartment (and after that, a house!).

Jolene Modern Chic Vanity Table by deerdane on Etsy.

I found this photo on Apartment Therapy, and I think it's perfect for my needs. It's compact, inexpensive, and clean-lined. It doesn't hold a lot of stuff, but I'm not exactly what you'd call high-maintenance. My makeup drawer consists of a tube of Maybelline Great Lash and some concealer. Since I'll be losing my desk to a dining room table, this will be a great alternative location for my clear Ghost chair. All that's left is finding the perfect mirror and I'm all set! I love it when things go my way...

Oink

2010-01-22T06:25:00.000-06:00

I came upon this the other day and it made me laugh so hard I had to share it.

Fat Pig Chocolate.

Is the packaging meant to deter me? Or should I laugh at the message as I devour every morsel of chocolately goodness? You decide...

Via The Coolist.

P.S. Play the Falling Piggies Game on their website. It's hilarious.

Weekend Inspiration

2010-01-20T06:22:00.000-06:00

This weekend, my husband and I finally got to see (500) Days of Summer. Loved the movie and LOVED the chalkboard headboard in Tom's apartment! It makes me want to copy it in my bedroom, but, alas, I already have a real wooden headboard. But how cool would it be to create a modern headboard one day and a curvy, baroque one the next? Talk about creative license!

On a related note, I was reading my Daily Candy today and found that Hudson Paint is making chalkboard paint in some fantastic colors. Because most people don't want to paint their kid's wall dark, dark, dark grey. I really like the Bakery Green and the Safety Orange for bright and fun colors.

How Cool Is This?

2010-01-18T06:15:00.000-06:00

This is real. Someone took a vintage Vespa and made it into a child's rocker. I am so freaking jealous. Check it out at Ohdeedoh.

You've Got Piles and Piles of Mail!

2010-01-15T05:39:00.001-06:00

Did anyone out there resolve to be more organized this year? The question for me is, when don't I resolve to get more organized? One of the worst culprits for me is the mail. I pick it up, bring it inside, and dump it on the coffee table. I manage to pull out all of the bills I need to pay, but everything else, from magazines to oil change discount flyers, sits on that table until I get motivated enough to sort through the massive stack that has accumulated. And then there are times when I have more than one stack going! It's insanity!

On to my point... I really love this DIY mail sorter by Bright & Blithe! Imagine that! A home for my mail! No more running around the apartment in the morning berating myself for not being able to find the electricity bill, because it will be sitting snugly in the 'to be paid' folder. Another plus: this thing is seriously easy to make (with basic sewing skills). No more piles of mail on the coffee table? Hubby will be so proud!

Mmmmmm.....

2010-01-13T05:44:00.000-06:00

I Love Macarons by Hisako Ogita at Amazon

o you remember when I blogged about this book? Well, I got it! And now I am dying to try my hand at creating my own macaron masterpiece. The recipes are far from easy. They're time consuming and tricky, so why would I want to do that? Because I CAN! So, rather than wanted to lose weight or quit doing this or that, I resolve to make macarons in 2010. It's going to be quite a sweet year!

Chestnut Macarons with Pink Champagne from Mowielicious via Tastespotting.

P.S. Did you notice the Daily Drop Cap I used by Jessica Hische? Quite useful, eh?

Drop A Cap In It

2010-01-11T05:35:00.001-06:00

n case you didn't know, I love a good-lookin' letter. Daily Drop Cap is all about featuring that beautiful letter at the front of your paragraph. They're designed by Jessica Hische, and a new one comes out daily. I vote for dropping a cap in your next TPS report and seeing how that goes over with the higher-ups.

Lonny, part deaux

2010-01-08T15:28:00.003-06:00

Lonny is back for more! Virtually flip to page 57 for a great article with stunning pictures of my very favorite store in the whole wide world, J. Crew!