Fashionable Gathering

Stylish shoppers sneak a peek at San Antonio's new designer dress shop

Where: Grayce Ln Fashion's new boutique and showroom

The 411: On January 18, fashion notables, stylish influencers, and well-dressed guests gravitated to San Antonio’s newest hot shop for a sneak preview before it officially opened its doors that weekend.

The specialty boutique — which was established in 2017 by Karen Cuellar-Schmelzer, former director at Rackspace Hosting — stocks chic designer looks for rent or purchase, with an assortment of trends and styles from leading fashion brands such as Halston Heritage, Black Halo, Allen Schwartz, Adrianna Papell, and many more.

Those in attendance noshed on bites from Bird Bakery and sipped bubbles courtesy of Juniper Tar and Moët, while JARVIS kept the tunes spinning. A pop-up Boomerang booth by CultureMap San Antonio captured every must-pose moment.

Many were spotted leaving with limited-edition gift bags as well as Grayce Ln Fashion carrier bags, no doubt thanks to the night's special 20 percent off discount. Grayce Ln Fashion is open Monday, Friday, and Saturday from noon to 6 pm, and Tuesday and Thursday from 11 am to 7 pm.

Who: Benjamin Krick, Agosto Cuellar, Jeanelly Concepcion, Amanda Mercer, Erin Coronado, Brandi Guion, Amber Renea, Citalli Gutierrez, Amina Bensalah, Gabrielle De La Garza, Tony Harris, Adriana Tostado, Karen Villareal, and Kevin Chaney.

Agosto Cuellar, Jeanelly Concepcion

Photo by Ruben Garcia (Sync Media) + Red Haus Public Relations

Agosto Cuellar, Jeanelly Concepcion

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cute on wheels

Hello Kitty Cafe makes stop in San Antonio on 50th anniversary tour

Photo courtesy of Sanrio

The merch and cafe truck has a new lineup of 50th anniversary treats and collectibles.

Hello, San Antonio! A famous kitty and her friends have drawn crowds when visiting in the Hello Kitty Cafe truck, and they're about to be back again. The truck will be at North Star Mall on Saturday, October 26, with snacks and merch for Sanrio lovers of all ages.

This tour celebrates the franchise's 50th anniversary items, and a handful have the number 50 proudly emblazoned, whether it's something to wear or something to eat. The truck stopped by in April, and it's back again on the same tour.

New items for this tour include an Iridescent tote bag (good for festivals and concerts); a new keychain, pin, and patches; a three-piece cookie set with pastel designs in royal icing; and a "giant" cookie depicting Chef Kitty. The centerpiece of the new items is a T-shirt featuring Chef Kitty, a donut, and a teacup, all seemingly made out of glass and containing a pink punch or tea.

Hello Kitty 50th anniversary merch The 50th anniversary merch.Photo courtesy of Sanrio

Some of the merch from past visits will be available, including a bright pink tote bag with rainbow straps and desserts decorating the front, an assortment of Hello Kitty baked goods, and a transparent coffee mug with sprinkles in the handle and different desserts printed on the glass body.

Visitors can also order a box of rainbow macarons with sugar bows, and a branded box of simple Madeleines. Folks who want to diversify after the Stanley craze can also pick up a colorful stainless steel thermal bottle.

Hello Kitty sprinkle mug This mug would go great with hot chocolate.Photo courtesy of Sanrio

Anyone who wants to play with Hello Kitty and her friends on Saturday should arrive early, as lines in the past have been very long. Some items may sell out. The truck will be at the parking lot on the corner of the 410 access road and McCullough from 10 am to 7 pm. Note that the Instagram account lists October dates (which match a recent press release), while the tour site starts its list in November.

This article was originally published April 10, 2024, and has been updated October 25 to reflect the truck's new dates.

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