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Welcome to the world of Society Texas magazine, the five-star regional publication chronicling the upscale lives of Texans in our state…and beyond.

We feature sophisticated and polished lifestyle content that provides an insider’s view into the exclusive world of high society. Covering style, philanthropy, society, design, culture and people, Society Texas reflects the dynamic pulse of the modern Texan.

Utilizing the dynamic platforms of both print and digital media, Society Texas captures, portrays and chronicles our modern, sophisticated and dynamic region. Welcome to the party…

 

Favorite Features

THE NIGHT FASHION ALMOST DIDN’T HAPPEN

by | October 30, 2022 | Fav Feature, 2022 November December, Style, Feature One | 0 Comments

In fashion, anything can happen. And something extraordinary happened in 1969 with fashion in Texas. Couture? A potential airline hijacking? High society? All ripped from the headlines, here, in an exciting excerpt from her book, Grace Jones Of Salado, native...
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OOH, LA L.A. LOUVRE

by | August 31, 2022 | Fav Feature, 2022 September October, Style | 0 Comments

When Houstonian Becca Cason Thrash hosts an event, it is a happening. On par with few other galas in the world, the lady raised in Harlingen, Texas continues to raise the bar for not only herself, but also for other international organizations like the Musée du...
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QUEEN BEE

by | December 31, 2019 | Fav Feature | 0 Comments

When Houstonian Lynn Wyatt, the gregarious, international socialite, philanthropist, speaks...people listen. And, for good reason. She knows everyone and has entertained more potentates, aristocrats, and tycoons than just about anyone in her rarified constellation of...
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IN EXCESS

by | December 31, 2019 | Fav Feature, 2020 January February, Feature Three | 0 Comments

The 70s and 80s, in Texas and beyond, were a time of unbridled prosperity for the state’s movers and shakers. The can-do attitude of anything being possible unleashed a wild, unabashed party and caused a glorious hangover that exists to this day. Join our Lance Avery...
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OOH, LA L.A. LOUVRE

When Houstonian Becca Cason Thrash hosts an event, it is a happening. On par with few other galas in the world, the lady raised in Harlingen, Texas continues to raise the bar for not only herself, but also for other international organizations like the Musée du...
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QUEEN BEE

When Houstonian Lynn Wyatt, the gregarious, international socialite, philanthropist, speaks...people listen. And, for good reason. She knows everyone and has entertained more potentates, aristocrats, and tycoons than just about anyone in her rarified constellation of...
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IN EXCESS

The 70s and 80s, in Texas and beyond, were a time of unbridled prosperity for the state’s movers and shakers. The can-do attitude of anything being possible unleashed a wild, unabashed party and caused a glorious hangover that exists to this day. Join our Lance Avery...
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WEDDINGS

LOVE UNDER THE SUN

by | December 28, 2022 | 2023 January February, Weddings 2023 | 0 Comments

Annie Daugherty & Spencer Lewis Share Nuptials By Leanne Raesener                Photography by Kristen Kilpatrick PhotographyAnne (Annie) Elizabeth Daugherty, the daughter of Minnie Martin Baird and John Andrew Daugherty, Jr., of Houston, and stepdaughter of...
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ADVENTURE OF LOVE

by | December 28, 2022 | Weddings 2023, 2023 January February | 0 Comments

Ciara Nicole Cooley And Huntington Edward Barton Biggers Wed By Rob Giardinelli         Photography by Sarah Kate Photography It was teatime at the Ritz Carlton in Dallas. Ciara Cooley had arranged a reservation for a date with Hunt Biggers. Little did Ciara know that...
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AT LAST

by | December 28, 2022 | 2023 January February, Weddings 2023 | 0 Comments

Meredith Fielding Flores & Mason Alexander Barker Exchange Vows By Leanne Raesener    Photography by John Cain PhotographyMeredith Fielding Flores, daughter of Jim and Cherie Flores of Houston, and Mason Alexander Barker, son of Keith and Stacy Barker of Houma,...
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PERFECTLY REGAL

by | December 28, 2022 | Weddings 2023, 2023 January February | 0 Comments

The Marriage Of Emily Lynne Hann & Milam Ross Miller  By Mallory Miller                      Photography by Chloe Winstanley Photography Emily “Emmy” Lynne Hann of Oklahoma City, OK, and Milam Ross Miller of Austin, were living in London when they met on a holiday...
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PERFECT KIND OF LOVE

by | December 28, 2022 | 2023 January February, Weddings 2023 | 0 Comments

Mary Morgan Baker And Turner Patrick Dowell Wed By Rob Giardinelli         Photography by Kelly Hornberger Mary Morgan Baker, the daughter of Amy and John Porter, and Penny Baker of Austin, and Turner Patrick Dowell, the son of Shannon and Kelly Dowell of Austin, were...
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A LOVE MATCH

by | January 3, 2021 | 2021 January February, Weddings 2023, Weddings 2021, Feature Three | 0 Comments

Meredith Bond And Matthew Taylor McCord Wed In Fort Worth By Natalie Bond Bloomingdale Photography by Stephen KarlischAs girls, of course, my sister and I would dream of walking down the aisle in a big white gown, so it was sensational to see my sister’s dreams come...
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AT LAST

by | December 28, 2022 | 2023 January February, Weddings 2023 | 0 Comments

Meredith Fielding Flores & Mason Alexander Barker Exchange Vows By Leanne Raesener    Photography by John Cain PhotographyMeredith Fielding Flores, daughter of Jim and Cherie Flores of Houston, and Mason Alexander Barker, son of Keith and Stacy Barker of Houma,...
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PERFECTLY REGAL

by | December 28, 2022 | Weddings 2023, 2023 January February | 0 Comments

The Marriage Of Emily Lynne Hann & Milam Ross Miller  By Mallory Miller                      Photography by Chloe Winstanley Photography Emily “Emmy” Lynne Hann of Oklahoma City, OK, and Milam Ross Miller of Austin, were living in London when they met on a holiday...
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PERFECT KIND OF LOVE

by | December 28, 2022 | 2023 January February, Weddings 2023 | 0 Comments

Mary Morgan Baker And Turner Patrick Dowell Wed By Rob Giardinelli         Photography by Kelly Hornberger Mary Morgan Baker, the daughter of Amy and John Porter, and Penny Baker of Austin, and Turner Patrick Dowell, the son of Shannon and Kelly Dowell of Austin, were...
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A LOVE MATCH

by | January 3, 2021 | 2021 January February, Weddings 2023, Weddings 2021, Feature Three | 0 Comments

Meredith Bond And Matthew Taylor McCord Wed In Fort Worth By Natalie Bond Bloomingdale Photography by Stephen KarlischAs girls, of course, my sister and I would dream of walking down the aisle in a big white gown, so it was sensational to see my sister’s dreams come...
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PERFECTLY REGAL

by | December 28, 2022 | Weddings 2023, 2023 January February | 0 Comments

The Marriage Of Emily Lynne Hann & Milam Ross Miller  By Mallory Miller                      Photography by Chloe Winstanley Photography Emily “Emmy” Lynne Hann of Oklahoma City, OK, and Milam Ross Miller of Austin, were living in London when they met on a holiday...
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PERFECT KIND OF LOVE

by | December 28, 2022 | 2023 January February, Weddings 2023 | 0 Comments

Mary Morgan Baker And Turner Patrick Dowell Wed By Rob Giardinelli         Photography by Kelly Hornberger Mary Morgan Baker, the daughter of Amy and John Porter, and Penny Baker of Austin, and Turner Patrick Dowell, the son of Shannon and Kelly Dowell of Austin, were...
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A LOVE MATCH

by | January 3, 2021 | 2021 January February, Weddings 2023, Weddings 2021, Feature Three | 0 Comments

Meredith Bond And Matthew Taylor McCord Wed In Fort Worth By Natalie Bond Bloomingdale Photography by Stephen KarlischAs girls, of course, my sister and I would dream of walking down the aisle in a big white gown, so it was sensational to see my sister’s dreams come...
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PERFECT KIND OF LOVE

by | December 28, 2022 | 2023 January February, Weddings 2023 | 0 Comments

Mary Morgan Baker And Turner Patrick Dowell Wed By Rob Giardinelli         Photography by Kelly Hornberger Mary Morgan Baker, the daughter of Amy and John Porter, and Penny Baker of Austin, and Turner Patrick Dowell, the son of Shannon and Kelly Dowell of Austin, were...
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A LOVE MATCH

by | January 3, 2021 | 2021 January February, Weddings 2023, Weddings 2021, Feature Three | 0 Comments

Meredith Bond And Matthew Taylor McCord Wed In Fort Worth By Natalie Bond Bloomingdale Photography by Stephen KarlischAs girls, of course, my sister and I would dream of walking down the aisle in a big white gown, so it was sensational to see my sister’s dreams come...
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Parties

HOW TEXANS AT ASPEN ARTCRUSH REALLY CRUSHED IT

By Rob Giardinelli     Photography by Jojo Korsh and Zach Hilty/BFA.com THE SCENE: A picture-perfect summer night, at the base of Buttermilk Mountain in Aspen, was the recent setting that capped off an incredible week of art and fundraising. Over...
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READING IS FUNDAMENTAL. HERE’S WHY

Barbara Bush Houston Literacy Foundation’s A Celebration of Reading Raises Over $1.8 Million By Rob Giardinelli     Photography by Gary Fountain and Daniel Ortiz THE SCENE: Houston’s Hobby Center for the Performing Arts was the recent setting for...
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REUNIGHT: BE THE LIGHT

The Family Place’s 10th Anniversary Gala Raised $260K To Support Survivors Of Family Violence By Cynthia Smoot     Photography by Tamytha Cameron and Celeste Cass THE SETTING: ReuNight co-chairs Brooke Hortenstine, Margaret Stafford and Piper...
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RED, HOT & GLAM

ZACH Theatre’s Red, Hot & Soul Dazzles With Venetian Carnivale Theme By Rob Giardinelli     Photography by Charles Quinn Photography THE SCENE: Austin’s ZACH Scott Theatre was the setting for one of the Capital City’s most notable spring sociable events. The 300...
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HATS OFF TO 30 YEARS OF SUCCESS

Elizabeth Ann Seton Board Hosts Kentucky Derby Themed 30th Anniversary Gala By Rob Giardinelli     Photography by Ben Porter THE SCENE: A beautiful night at Austin’s Camp Mabry was the recent setting for one of the Capital City’s most anticipated...
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A FAIRY TALE GALA FOR ALL

The JW Marriott in Austin was the setting for a night of great fun and fundraising. During the evening, over 550 of the Capital City’s most notable philanthropists, sociables, and art patrons were on hand to celebrate Ballet Austin’s annual Fête & fête*ish. This year’s Cinderella theme, which celebrated the recent Mother’s Day production of the beloved fairytale, created a magical experience that those fortunate enough to each live their own happily ever after.

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MILES OF SMILES AHEAD

Manos de Cristo Celebrates 35 Years With Dazzling Share The Love Gala Honoring Dr. Tony Pacheco By Rob Giardinelli     Photography by Marc Suarez THE SCENE: Austin’s Fairmont Hotel was the recent setting for a night of fun and fundraising for a...
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NOW PACE YOURSELF

Artpace San Antonio Celebrates Artist Residency Alumni Sir Isaac Julien

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MAGICAL COMBINATION OF ART + DANCE

San Antonio’s McNay Museum Luncheon Has Misty Copeland As Guest Speaker By Lance Avery Morgan    Photography by David Sixt Photography THE SETTING: It was the perfect day for the McNay Art Museum to host a luncheon that featured Misty Copeland, a world-renowned...
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BLANTON MUSEUM OF ART’S AL FRESCO GALA WOWS

Museum Unveils New Grounds At Dazzling 60th Anniversary Gala By Rob Giardinelli     Photography by Sloan Breeden Photography   THE PURPOSE: It was a stunning spring night at the Blanton Museum of Art where 350 of Texas’ (and the country’s) most notable art...
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RED, HOT & GLAM

RED, HOT & GLAM

ZACH Theatre’s Red, Hot & Soul Dazzles With Venetian Carnivale Theme By Rob Giardinelli     Photography by Charles Quinn Photography THE SCENE: Austin’s ZACH Scott Theatre was the setting for one of the Capital City’s most notable spring sociable events. The...

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DID SOMEONE SAY SHINDIG? “CLASSICAL SHINDIG: AMATEUR ARTISTRY FROM THE SIMPLE TO THE SUBLIME” BY MICHAEL HAROLD AND QUINN PEEPER IS NOW AVAILABLE

In a special combined podcast of Success with Style and Fun In Fundraising, Lance Avery Morgan and Rob Giardinelli join in a conversation with Michael Harold and Quinn Peeper, the authors of the chic new book, Classical Shindig: Amateur Artistry from the Simple to the...
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2023 January FebruaryGlow
SOMETHING CHIC

SOMETHING CHIC

Something old, something new, something borrowed, and something blue. To that, we add something luminous and glam to enhance your ethereal bridal glow, according to our beauty expert, Ana Bribiesca Hoff.PREP YOUR SKINTo get your skin ready, use a gentle...

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2023 January February, Thrive

SOULMATE SEEKING

We all want someone in our lives that we connect with and who “gets us” the way we want to be seen and heard. That’s a soulmate, and our Austin-based Resonance Repatternist, Mary Schneider, reveals what it means, and how to find one. SOUL POWER Soulmate? Is there...

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2023 January February, Weddings 2023

PERFECT KIND OF LOVE

Mary Morgan Baker And Turner Patrick Dowell Wed By Rob Giardinelli         Photography by Kelly Hornberger Mary Morgan Baker, the daughter of Amy and John Porter, and Penny Baker of Austin, and Turner Patrick Dowell, the son of Shannon and Kelly Dowell of Austin,...

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2023 January February, Browse

TO TOME, WITH LOVE

These new tomes in the new year are ripe with the anticipation of more style, more art, and more wisdom, according to our ardent bibliophile, Lance Avery Morgan. W MAGAZINE: Fifty Years Fifty StoriesBy Sara MoonvesHere’s the definitive collection of the W’s most...

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2023 January February, Glow

SOMETHING CHIC

Something old, something new, something borrowed, and something blue. To that, we add something luminous and glam to enhance your ethereal bridal glow, according to our beauty expert, Ana Bribiesca Hoff.PREP YOUR SKINTo get your skin ready, use a gentle...

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2023 January February, Editor's Letter

THIS WAY FORWARD

Happy New Year with all the excitement it promises. And what an opportunity to make it the best year it can be. A wise sage once told me...be mindful of the energy you bring to any situation or room. It’s something I think about often as we here at Society Texas...

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