The Houston Re-Market is an innovative monthly market whose goal is to foster responsible consumerism. The market features approximately 10+ vendors who use recycled and reused materials and other sustainable practices in their craft. In addition there are garage sales, a free swap (bring gently used, unwanted items and taking something new home), recycling drop […]
Monica Matocha’s Rocker Glam Look
August 9, 2012 by Leave a Comment
MHL This Houston Life alum, Monica Matocha, is one busy pop starlet. Since we last met for her THL article (read it here), she has released her latest single, Imposter (see the video here), expanded her MM Jewelry line, and now has collaborated with Gap’s Styld.by campaign for a spread in Rue Magazine. The fashionista […]
H-Town Sneaker Summit Summer 2012
July 31, 2012 by Leave a Comment
For those who are unaware, Houston is a serious hot bed for the sneaker-loving community. Real sneaker-heads know where the low key sneaker shops are around town, the shops that carry those rare color combinations. The Sneaker Summit is a place for all of these shops and their loyal followers to come together and share […]
Stay Diverse names Fashion Studio a POI
April 9, 2012 by Leave a Comment
[Editor’s Note: Houston is a huge, incredibly varied city, and there is so much to see and hear. Almost too much! Luckily, our good friends at Stay Diverse can often be seen out and about, highlighting some of the places we love and places we’ve yet to see. So while you’re stopping by MyHoustonLife to […]
Monica Matocha – Musician, Fashionista
April 2, 2012 by 2 Comments
When you first look at a young, pretty girl with a lot of jewelry on you might think, Don’t try so hard. That’s not the case with Monica Matocha. Monica’s look is composed with a seamlessly genuine approach. Each piece is hand-picked and even sometimes handcrafted to layer her style. This is what Monica does- […]
Just For Kicks! 2012 Houston Sneaker Summit
January 30, 2012 by 3 Comments
Sneakers are serious business. Collecting sneakers isn’t just a fad or a fashion trend, it has grown into its own full blown culture. Lifted by the immense popularity of hip-hop fashion and iconic athletes like Michael Jordan, the sneaker has become more than just a piece of clothing. For some, the right sneakers are a […]
Look Hot in the Cold
November 9, 2011 by Leave a Comment
It’s almost time to send your adorable open-toe, Tory-Burch flats and your catwalk, peep-toe Christian Louboutin pumps into hibernation. Or, if you’re like me, your flip-flops and everyday, Guess pumps get thrown to the back of the closet. Why? Winter is almost here! Being a Houstonian, it’s kind of hard to keep up with Winter […]