Royal approved

Duchess Kate's favorite London perfume boutique wafts into NorthPark Dallas

Jo Malone is now open at NorthPark Center.

No shocker here, but when the Duchess of Cambridge's favorite (or favourite, as the Brits say) perfume was reported last month, the news went viral. Her signature scent? Jo Malone Orange Blossom cologne.

Dallasites who fancy themselves royalty can shop and smell like the duchess with the opening of a new standalone Jo Malone London boutique at NorthPark Center. Located on level one between Macy's and Nordstrom (between Billy Reid and Pandora), the shop is stocked with luxurious products for body, bath, and home.

"Discover bespoke fragrances, coveted candles, and sumptuous bath and body care — immaculately wrapped with finesse for a lasting impression in the Jo Malone London signature box," NorthPark posted on social media to announce the opening of the highly anticipated boutique.

Founded in London in 1994 by a real woman named Jo Malone, the company is now owned by Estee Lauder. Locally, the brand is sold at high-end retailers like Neiman Marcus, Nordstrom, and Saks Fifth Avenue.

"Rewriting the rules of perfumery by mixing unexpected combinations of ingredients and providing elegant yet playful concepts where scent is used with abandon," the company says, "the world of Jo Malone London continues to inspire a loyal following."

And a royal following.

It was reported that Kate Middleton had Jo Malone's Orange Blossom candles burning in Westminster Abbey during her April 2011 wedding to Prince William. According to Hello magazine, Orange Blossom can now be hard to come by, and the brand has tweaked and re-released the scent as a zestier "Orange Bitters" version for the upcoming holiday season. It's available in candles, reed diffusers, and more.

Royal sister-in-law Meghan, Duchess of Sussex is said to be a fan of Jo Malone's Wild Bluebell and Wood Sage & Sea Salt colognes.

Besides the regal favorites, the brand says its best-selling scent is its sweet and classic English Pear and Freesia.

In time for gifting season, new limited-edition holiday fragrances include Starlit Mandarin & Honey; White Moss & Snowdrop; and Pine & Eucalyptus. There's even a Jo Malone Advent Calendar full of miniature products in various scents.

Prices for the full-size luxury products start around $50.

Jo Malone London at NorthPark Center is open 10 am-8 pm Monday-Saturday and 12-6 pm Sunday.

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TEXAS THREADS

Shiner and Texas Standard toast Texas with new apparel collection

Photo courtesy of Texas Standard and Shiner

The limited-edition Texas Standard x Shiner collection blends performance apparel with classic Texas style.

A pair of Texas favorites are joining forces in fashion: Apparel brand Texas Standard and iconic brewery Shiner have launched a limited-edition capsule collection that celebrates the Lone Star State's unmistakable style, from tailgates to two-stepping.

The new Texas Standard x Shiner collection is way more than a famous beer logo slapped on a t-shirt. This capsule collection was designed to fit in everywhere from dance halls and fishing trips to sports games and happy hours.

Shiner has been brewing beer in Texas for more than a century, and this partnership acknowledges its heritage beyond what’s in the bottle. For Texas Standard, known for modernizing Texas staples with performance fabrics, it was a chance to collaborate with one of the state's most recognizable brands.

"Shiner and Texas Standard already speak the same Texan language, so everything about the collection is authentic, not forced," Joshua Brito, vice president of marketing and direct at Texas Standard, tells CultureMap. "We leaned on the iconic marks and imagery Shiner's built over 100-plus years, then layered in the same authentic Texas details that run through everything we make. One of our goals was to avoid a flat logo lockup merch drop. Every piece needed to be something someone's proud to wear, carrying what Shiner, Texas Standard, and Texas stand for."

Shiner x Texas Standard Inspired by more than a century of Shiner brewing tradition, the collaboration celebrates Texas heritage with apparel designed for everything from brewery patios to dance halls.Photo courtesy of Texas Standard and Shiner

That attention to detail shows throughout the collection, which features graphic tees, a baseball cap, pearl snap shirts, and a reimagined version of Texas Standard's bestselling Guayabera Libre. Rather than oversized logos or novelty graphics, Shiner and Texas Standard focused on design details.

The Guayabera Libre features breathable, moisture-wicking fabric with UPF 40. It includes hidden pockets, mesh venting, and a water-resistant finish. This technical fishing shirt, styled as a Texas classic, was made for both hanging out on a boat and at a backyard barbecue.

While the Guayabera Libre shirt might steal the spotlight, it isn’t the only standout. The Traditions Polo in Shiner Gold features hand-drawn illustrations inspired by Texas culture and Shiner's 100-plus-year history. The Western Traditions Polo incorporates pearl snaps and classic yoke styling with lightweight, moisture-wicking fabric, a signature of the Texas Standard.

"We started with pieces that we already know resonate with our shared audience," said Brito. "The Guayabera Libre and pearl snap shirts we're known for include moisture-wicking, breathable fabric from the start, not added on. From there, the Texas flair came easy."

The collection was designed as a standalone release and is expected to remain online through September on Shiner and Texas Standard’s websites.

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