Style + Beauty

Sustainability styled success

Thrifted threads shine on the AFW runway Article by Julie Royce Carlette Thierry’s fashion journey began in her childhood closet, where she remixed hand-me-downs into confidence-boosting outfits that caught the attention of her classmates. Today, the Austin-based designer has taken her eye for bold ensembles to the runway, debuting a sustainable line at Austin Fashion Week 2025 under her brand, CarlettesCreativeCouture. ATX City Lifestyle: How did your spark of creativity evolve into a...

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Heart and Sole

Do Right, Love Texas the Chisos Way Article by Julie Royce | Photography by Chisos Boot Company Chisos Boots, founded by Will Roman in 2019, has quickly become a staple in Austin’s local scene, blending craftsmanship with a sense of community. Starting in Roman’s downtown apartment, the brand has expanded to a storefront in the Bouldin Creek area, offering luxury boots that strike a balance between comfort and durability. “These boots are not just another pair of cowboy boots – they are a...

Life + Culture

Spreading joy boldly

A young woman’s journey of confidence and kindness Article by Julie Royce Cristina Kazmierczak doesn’t just walk the runway — she commands it with confidence and joy. A 30-year-old woman with Down Syndrome, Cristina has spent the last two decades in the San Antonio area building a life rooted in family, faith, fitness and fashion. Her recent appearance at the Austin Fashion Awards marked a milestone she worked toward for years. “After auditioning several times, I was so excited when they...

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Austin's Design District

Burnet Road beckons those looking for stylish design Article by Julie Royce | Photography by Stacy Berg For decades, the stretch of Burnet Road between 45th Street and Anderson Lane has quietly built a reputation among Austin’s creatives. Long before anyone considered marketing it as a district, the people who worked here — architects, framers, interior designers and shop owners — simply called it what it was: the Design District. Today, the name still fits. On and around Burnet Road, you’ll...