Inside Havana

Just picked up this GREAT photography book at Magnolia Style in Hyde Park.  I fingered through the pages the other day and decided not to get it, but that dang book has been on my mind ever since.  So first thing this morning I popped in and bought it.

It's called Inside Havana by Andrew Moore.  The images are just beautiful and I am hoping to maybe find out where some of the pictures were taken and pop by to check those spaces out!

Book Cover

A Parlor in Matanzas

Dilapidated Ballet School

These are just a couple of the stunning images from this gorgeous book.

Jeff and Lee at Magnolia were so gracious showing me some of their other photography books about Cuba.  If you haven't been by the shop, swing by and check it out.  They have gorgeous art work, home decor and the light fixtures are to die for!

Check out Magnolia Style website HERE.

Houston Boutique Shopping: Katy

We went to lots of shops in Katy, both Old Town and some at La Centerra.

My favorite shop in Old town is NY Texas Style. Unfortunately, they do not have a website but they are located on 2nd St. Nancy is the owner and she has really adorable western boutique items, many from local artisans. There is also Casa Mendiola, where Gus hand crafts Mexican inspired furniture and has many beautiful Mexican imports. His custom furniture is truely a work of art. The last stop we made in Old Town Katy was The Junkie Kloset. This boutique just opened a week ago and their clothes and accessories are adorable and very well priced. Not to mention the boutique itself is so swanky!

I snagged these flats @ The Junkie Kloset for under $30!

On our way home we walked through La Centerra and there were 2 shops that I thought I would mention. Apricot Lane is a clothing boutique with really great clothes and accessories. I also went to Beau Kisses which was a really fun gift boutique and right now they have every kind of Christmas ornament you can imagine.

I hope all my Houston Ladies can stop by these shops and check out all of their goodies. I would also like to give a shout out to Cherie, my shopping partner in crime and chauffeur to all of these great shops.

Houston Boutique Shopping: Jubilee

Jubilee in the Heights is probably my all time favorite boutique. I have never walked out of there with out buying something. The shop is set up fabulously and they always have the cutest Christmas stuff! You can get everything from clothes, jewelry, gifts, candles, housewares and so much more! So many one of a kind items and everything is really well priced too!!! It was super packed when we went so I didn't get a chance to take many pictures and they said they will have their internet store up and running soon:) Yay!!!

There are a handful of adorable shops all throughout the heights...I will review some more in December when I am back for Christmas:)

Houston Boutique Shopping: Treasure Hunter's Gallery

I first came across the Treasure Hunter's Gallery Last year. Its actually in Fort Bend but it is well worth the visit! The have fabulous stuff and especially lots of awesome hand crafted items. Here are some picture's I snapped with my iphone!

CowSkull encrusted in vintage jewelry

Guitar covered in vintage jewelry

Mirror Encrusted in Jewelry

Gypsy Cowgirl Guitar

Angels made out of found objects

Mexican Folk Art

Milagro Crosses

Gorgeous Sacred Heart

Charm necklace

Rose Bracelets

Funky Clay necklaces I think all 3 of these are made by Sookie Sookie

This isn't even a fraction of all the cool stuff they have... there are loads of gift items, household items and picture frames, clothing, shoes, even a section just for guys!! Can't wait to come back at Christmas!!