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5 Stores Coming to NorthPark Center We're Most Excited For

By Carly May Gravley

Jul 7, 2025

The city's favorite high-end shopping center is getting some exciting new additions this year.

The Goth's Guide To Surviving Texas Summers

By Simon Pruitt

Jul 4, 2025

Black clothes and heavy makeup don't mesh with 100-degree heat? Can you stay cool while literally staying cool?

The Juneteenth Fashion Show At Legacy Hall Reminded Us “We Are One”

By Jamisha Daniels

Jun 21, 2025

The annual Juneteenth event in Plano celebrated the holiday with a night full of cultural commentary, fashion and fun.

A Definitive Ranking of Every Era of Dallas Stars Uniforms

By Simon Pruitt

May 26, 2025

With the Stars in the middle of their third straight Western Conference Finals appearance, we thought it would be a perfect time to visit memory lane.

Is Café Dior in Dallas All Style Over Substance?

By Desiree Gutierrez

May 22, 2025

The haute cuisine café is Dallas' strut onto the fashion-meets-culinary runway. But is it worth the hype?

North Texas Stars Shone Big and Bright at the 2025 Met Gala

By Carly May Gravley

May 6, 2025

At Monday night's Met Gala, Dallas-Fort Worth was represented by some of our best, who were fitted in impeccable tailoring.

Dallas Art Fair Refines Its International Focus for 2025

By Kendall Morgan

Apr 7, 2025

In its 17th edition, the annual event solidifies the city’s spot in the global marketplace.

To Combat 'Not Ethical' Brands, a Dallas Fashionista Offers Free Sewing Classes

By Ryann Gordon

Apr 1, 2025

Nathalie Wallace grew up poor but with style. Through Down for Local, she throws fashion events to fund free classes for the public.

Erykah Badu Celebrates Womanhood in Oversized BBL Bodysuit

By Leah Frazier

Apr 1, 2025

Was Badu’s faux BBL body suit mocking culture, or was it deeper than that? She's not saying. Others are speculating.

New Whataburger-Wrangler Swag Collab is Oh-So Texas

By Aaren Prody

Feb 20, 2025

Want a side of jeans with that burger? Buckle up.

Haute Coffee: Is Cafe Dior Dallas' Most High-Fashion Fare?

By Aaren Prody

Feb 13, 2025

The new Cafe Dior in Dallas is overseen by a three-Michelin-starred chef, and reservations are going fast.

Dallas Observer Merch Drop: Our Collab With Artist Jackdaw

By Jordan Maddox

Feb 5, 2025

The merch is available now only to Observer members. Jackdaw’s niece (and our social media editor) shares insight into the collab.

Sha’Carri Richardson to Host ‘Fashion’s Biggest Night’, the 2025 Met Gala

By Leah Frazier

Feb 5, 2025

We've always known the Dallas Olympian is a fashion icon. Now, the rest of the world can catch up.

The Wirkin, Walmart’s Knockoff Birkin, Goes Viral. Dallas Says ‘Meh.’

By Leah Frazier

Feb 3, 2025

Who can even tell the difference?

A costume at the Wicked Threads exhibition at Arlington's Museum of Art.

Step Into Oz: Wicked Threads Brings Costume Magic to the AMA

By Gloria Diez Giella

Jan 29, 2025

"Hold space" to explore the iconic designs from the 2024 Wicked movie.

Dallas Artist Andrea Heath Channels Stitch Witchery Into a Fashion Business

By Kendall Morgan

Jan 8, 2025

The former styling director began designing for her husband, The Reverend Horton Heat. Now she refines Western chain stitching for brands such as Kendra Scott.

Heroes & Villains: The Art of the Disney Costume on display at Arlington Museum of Art.

Arlington Has Key to the Magic Kingdom With the Walt Disney Archive Exhibitions

By Christine Odwesso

Dec 31, 2024

Disney adults (and kids): There's a big exhibition for you in Arlington.

Dallas' Most Stylish Musicians (and Where They Shop for Stage Clothes)

By Vera "Velma" Hernandez and Eva Raggio

Dec 3, 2024

Pick a Dallas musician and we'll tell you where to shop to imitate their style.

Real Housewives of Dallas Star Shares Criticism Over 'Inappropriate' Wardrobe

By Christine Odwesso

Nov 25, 2024

Entrepreneur Tiffany Moon enlisted her Instagram followers to help craft a response to an email that left her speechless.

The 25th anniversary of Dallas' Fetish Ball.

Dallas Fetish Ball Celebrates 25 Years of Kink

By Mike Brooks

Nov 18, 2024

Leather and latex ruled over the balls-out night.

Fashion & Style

TV Exposure Doesn't Fuel Dallas Fashion Designers

Where to Find the Best Labubus in DFW

Fashion & Style

TV Exposure Doesn't Fuel Dallas Fashion Designers

Where to Find the Best Labubus in DFW

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