From Montrose to Manhattan, here’s your backstage pass to the festivities.

Wanna Take New York?
Live the life of a superstar with our Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week Giveaway, a sweet escape for two to NYC for the BCBGMAXAZRIA fashion show and VIP after party (pictured)—flights, a stay at The Gotham Hotel and other perks. Get your shades ready—the flashes are blinding. More.

Label Lovers
Wednesday, February 1, 6 – 9 p.m.
Join the Memorial Hermann Foundation to sip your way through Nos Caves Vin, a trendy private cellar concept. Donate a bottle of your best for the cause. More.

Posh Pop-Up
Thursday, February 9 – Tuesday, February 14
Explore the art of fashion with Texas-born lawyer-turned-artist Franco Mondini-Ruiz at Tootsies and peruse his "Couture on Canvas" pop-up gallery. More.

Don’t Feed the Models
Through mid February
NYC-based Rent The Runway, a cocktail dress borrowing concept, is clearing out inventory – shop up to 85% off Missoni, Proenza Schouler and other lust-worthy labels. More.

Houston Kills It On the Runway
Stop into Coquette Boutique to see the owner’s Kate Kills Pretty collection (an homage to Miss Moss) before it heads to NY’s Fashion Week—made with up-cycled holsters, eco screenprinting and locally-designed baubles. More.

We Die
OMG, Rachel Zoe’s line just made it to LastCall.com. Think sky high suede wedges and panther one-shoulder frocks. More.

Toast to St. Valentine
February 12 – February 14
Bellini meets martini with Fleming’s new Cupid-inspired cocktail, the Bella-Tini. Couples who dine during V Day get a $25 gift card for a future date. More.

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