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39 wonderful coffee shops to try out in Austin
If you don’t have coffee already in hand, consider this your sign to grab some.
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Dead malls: You could shop... until they dropped
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Calling all fashionistas: Le Garage Sale returns to Austin soon
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Morgan O’Neal
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Arts
Shop The Paramount Theatre’s archives at estate + vintage poster sale
Take home vintage and collectible items used in shows and events at the iconic Downtown theater.
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Morgan O’Neal
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Saks Fifth Avenue opens The Fifth Avenue Club Austin at Commodore Perry Estate
The luxury styling club is the third in Texas, offering showcases, luxury styling services, and free consultations.
June 28, 2024
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Business
5 a-mews-ing Austin businesses inhabited by cats
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June 17, 2024
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Father’s Day Gift Guide: Presents for the father figure in your life
Our Father’s Day Gift Guide will help you find the perfect gift this year.
May 30, 2024
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Arts
How Vinca USA is keeping Austin’s jewelry weird
We spoke with local jewelry designer and boutique owner Amanda Dimova of Vinca, who has been selling her accessories “for weirdos” for almost 20 years.
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How to spend a long weekend in Austin
Here’s a play-by-play for the perfect three-day weekend.
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