By Amber Elliott and Erin Mallory

1. SPRING BLING
Judith Leiber’s bejeweled creation is the perfect clutch for the ladies who lunch. Available at Neiman Marcus.

2. SKYLIGHT SCENE
Nobu offers Dallasites the best in sushi and nightlife under one roof. Entertain your private party in the Skylight room with a personal chef for the ultimate VIP experience.

3. WEEKEND RETREAT
Houston’s Hotel ZaZa hosts a summer soiree May 15 through 17 to kick off the hot summer months. Enjoy signature cocktails while lounging by the pool during the H2 OH! Urban Oasis Weekend.

4. SOUND CHECK
Bring your music library to life with Geneva’s iPod dock. Entertain a swanky social with the touch of a button and sophisticated sound.

5. GOOD AS GOLD
Situated in Austin’s 2nd Street District, IF+D offers the latest in creative furniture and accessories. This
“bank in the form of pig“ is an artistic way to start your coin collection.

6. BONJOUR BIJOUX
Bijoux Restaurant brings Dallas fine dining to the next level. Chef Scott Gottlich’s French inspired Tasting Menu offers classic and innovative dishes like Texas Quail and Hudson Valley Foie Gras with exquisite wine pairings.

7. TEA TIME
For the newest beverage craze, look no further than Dallas’ Chill Bubble Tea. Bubble tea offers a refreshing blend of fruit and tea mixed with a specialty smoothie over tapioca pearls.

8. LAND OF MILK AND HONEY
Treat yourself to the ultimate relaxation package at Austin’s Milk N’ Honey Spa. The “Lux Retreat” offers six stress-free hours of both spa services and ritzy beauty treatments.

9. EASTERN ESCAPE
One step into the million-dollar Tatami suite at the Kitano and you’ll forget you’re in the middle of Manhattan. This Oriental sanctuary is the first Japanese-owned hotel to offer traditional Japanese services and hospitality in New York.

10. POP ART
Austin artist Stephanie Beard creates unconventional and vibrant art for the modern lifestyle. Her one-of-a kind paintings are the perfect conversation piece to spice up your living room. Visit her spring art show May 16 at Studios 2315 in Houston.

11. FOOT FRENZY
Sky-high and sassy patent leather make these ankle wedges from Chloe the perfect summer strutting shoes.

12. LET THEM EAT CAKE
The contemporary cake business Nothing Bundt Cake arrives in Austin this month. Specializing in butter cream cheese-drizzled cakes and unique baking designs, discover the bakery that celebrities and dessert lovers are raving about.

13. FASHION FORWARD
Straight off the runway and streets of Paris, Tommy Ton’s JakandJil blog captures the fabulous fashion moments of today’s style icons.

14. ALPHA DESIGN
Shield the sun in style with Prada’s new sunglasses for men. The classic shape and sleek contour make these designer duds the perfect summer accessory.

15. GLADIATOR GEAR
Fresh out of the University of Texas, Whitney Marbach combines chunky accessories with striking gladiator details. Her new WAM Bands add a stylish edge to every fashionista’s wardrobe.

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