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M SocialWhirl Billy Fong Sez ... y dearest Brooke has posed to me that I should offer my thoughts for men's style for June. As much I could stand on my soap box and proclaim that a Carolina Herrera canaryyellow gown is the must have for girls in the know this season, discussing men's fashion is slightly trickier. Boys can't simply wear a statement piece; they need to have a full look and, in my opinion, a soundtrack to follow them around. A super-swell set of wheels and a long-leggy brunette named Jocasta also wouldn't hurt in completing a look appropriate for any invitation – clam digging or yacht hopping in St. Tropez. Thankfully the preppy aesthetic has had a moment in the sun again the past few seasons, and those who shop at Brooks Brothers, like myself, are incredibly blissful. The trick is not taking it too literally and giving it a twist. No matter what, it's about owning your personal style and not letting the clothes wear you. I have had to set up a few interventions for girlfriends who have fallen prey to the "page 18" problem. In essence, they have purchased and worn every item from a page in the J.Crew catalog. You don't want to seem pulled right from the photo shoot in Martha's Vineyard. But, I digress. Back to Boys. So, for the season ahead load up on the following: versions, since they are perfect under a blazer or thrown over your Vilebrequin swim trunks after doing laps at someone's well-appointed weekend retreat in the Malibu Colony. I always favor yellow in case someone suggests a game of croquet, so that I match for a few games of bubbly and balls. Michael Kors has opened its second store in Houston, this one in Memorial City Mall. This shopping destination is having a renaissance itself, with 150 shops and restaurants, all connected to the Westin Memorial City, Memorial Hermann Medical Center and several office towers via skybridges. Larry Horton, back from New York, has joined MetroNational, which owns Memorial City Mall, as VP of retail. Next in Horton's bag of tricks: "Think Madison Ave." … New at the Galleria: New York's iconic Fifth Avenue shopping spot Henri Bendel opens a 2,000-square-foot boutique at the Galleria, next to the Apple Store, on June 22. Look for Bendel–branded handbags, jewelry and gifts … Everything But Water has opened a super-stylish boutique in Galleria I on the second floor, next door to Ed Hardy. The space is outfitted in gray driftwood and scene-setting photography, which makes it feel like a spa boutique at an island resort. Besides swimsuits by Ralph Lauren, Vitamin A, Trina Turk and L*Space, Everything But Water carries hats, tunics, sandals and jewelry de rigueur for anyone beach-bound … Meanwhile, Brit children's brand Monsoon Children has opened its first U.S. boutique in Galleria IV, on the lower level near Nordstrom … Saks Fifth Avenue now carries the incredible Le Labo made-to-order fragrances, labeled with your name and date of fabrication … Rice Village boutique Myth & Symbol anticipates a soft opening Friday, June 15. The new boutique at 2537 Times Boulevard, next door to Rocky & Maggie's, promises well-curated women's fashions from independent and responsible sources including Odette NYC, Hidden Vices, Rachel Comey and Uz … Pet boutique Funny Fur has opened its doors in Lamar Center at Michael Kors 3628 Westheimer, across from Lamar High School at River Oaks Boulevard. The store stocks accessories and clothing for dogs, plus premium pet food, treats and toys … It's such fun to see SmileBooth at weddings. The classic photobooth/ mini photography studio really brings out the kid in you with all the fake mustaches, wigs and hats you can slap on to achieve that perfect party picture. Now there's a SmileBooth just for kids and pint-sized partiers. To book SmileBooth, go to smilebooth.com … Need something sweet for dad for Father's Day? We suggest the Dad Box at Sprinkles Cupcakes. Available June 15 through 17 only, this manly assortment of peanut butter chip, red velvet, black-and-white and vanilla milk chocolate cupcakes is studded with stars and "dad" sugar decorations. Kate Allen Stukenberg [ [ RAP cut-off khakis. other white and navy blue. Hopefully I will bump into you at a shingle-style beach house on Georgica Pond while The Fresh Prince's "Summertime" is playing in the background. Billy Fong COURTESY THE ARTISTS AND BURNING BONES PRESS Print Matters — Indeed COURTESY THE ARTISTS AND BURNING BONES PRESS The Amazing Hancock Brothers Restaurant Buzz John Hancock's Twinz, 2010, at PrintHouston Our town has FotoFest, ArtHouston and now PrintHouston, which highlights all that is novel, compelling and important in the graphic arts. This curated convergence, overseen and co-organized by the 30-some members of the nonprofit PrintMatters, presents its second annual printmaking tour de force throughout the month of June and into the fall. Spaces ranging from the newly minted Peveto to the blue-chip Hiram Butler Gallery unfurl works worthy of inspection and acquisition — offerings that span the high and sublime to the lowbrow and startling, from Jim Hodges and Kiki Smith (at Butler through June 30) to The Amazing Hancock Brothers, headlined in a rowdy print-making/live-music party. The Brothers' bash takes place alfresco in the backyard of the Continental Club, rolled out by Burning Bones Press and billed as "It Came from the Bayou" on Saturday, June 30. We'll meet you by the beer, barbecue and letterpress. For the full lineup, peruse printmattershouston.org. Catherine D. Anspon Restaurant veterans Kitty Bailey and Angeles Dueñas (whose résumés collectively include management positions at Café Annie, the Cordúa Group and Ouisie's Table) will open their own Latin-inspired Bellaire restaurant, Costa Brava Bistro, next month. While the name reflects the coastal region of Spain, the decor will mix Spanish taverna with classic French bistro. Look for dishes such as paella, roasted rack of pork with pomegranate glaze, steamed mussels Provençal and tapas … The Eatsie Food Truck boys have been busy. Ryan Soroka, Matt Marcus and Alex Vassilakidis are opening a breakfast, sandwich and scoop shop in the former space of The Kraftsman Bakery in the Montrose later this summer. They've also joined a cadre of investors to start brewing beer downtown near the Dynamo stadium. While the ventures are unrelated, Eighth Wonder Brewery is also slated to open this summer … Chef Ryan Hildebrand of Triniti Restaurant is planning a follow-up eatery called Brande (pronounced "brand"), to be designed by MC2 Architects in the former Montrose spot of Ruggles Grill. Breakfast, lunch and dinner will focus on charcuterie, dry-aged meats, artisan Bugattis to Maseratis: Summer is slowing down to a simmer. Those who remain in town are rewarded with some very Classy Chassis Saturday and Sunday, June 9 and 10. We never miss the annual Concours d'Elegance at Reliant Stadium, where more than 140 vintage wheels and classic vehicles strut their stuff, all to benefit the Shriners Hospitals for Children Houston/ Galveston. PaperCity steps up again as media sponsor. There's even a chance to Ride & Drive some of those sexy roadsters. For all the deets about this magnificent weekend chaired by Lolly and Clay Becker, navigate classychassis.org. We've got our eye on the '66 Porsche 906E, once owned by car collector/comedy king Jerry Seinfeld ... Wednesday, June 13, make tracks to Main Street Theater – Chelsea Market for a scintillating, politically charged preview party and performance, Red Hot Patriot: The Kick Ass Wit of Molly Ivins. The benefit for the enlightened read The Texas Observer is co-organized by PaperCity's Kate Allen Stukenberg, her mom Kitty Allen and pal Caroline Starry LeBlanc (tickets for June 13, texasobserver.org/red-hot-patriot-houston; tickets for performances June 14 – July 1, mainstreettheater. com) ... Gear up for the summer sizzler ArtHouston, coming Saturday, July 14. This citywide open house serves up collecting fare and a new attitude, with PaperCity as media sponsor. We'll meet you at G Gallery by the Javier Lozano. Catherine D. Anspon PaperCity Paper Doll We are smitten with artist Deborah Trevino Porter's homage to the May cover of PaperCity, Paper Doll, in a painted and upholstered shadowbox, from her show with the students of Newspring Art Studio. We're Obsessed with The Surrey Hotel J ust knowing The Surrey hotel in New York is the exclusive hotel partner for the Whitney Biennial 2012 made me want to stay there. When I learned Houston-based starchitectdesigner Lauren Rottet designed the extensive redo, it sealed the deal. I went, I stayed, I fell in love. Let me count the ways. 1. A massive photograph of Kate Moss by Chuck Close dominates the lobby. 2. Daniel Boulud does room service. 3. Le Bilboquet is down the street. The salons and suites (not rooms) are all large, cloaked in cool grays and whites, some with fireplaces, soaking tubs or terraces. And all have Duxiana beds and Waterworks fixtures. Built in 1926, The Surrey was home to Claudette Colbert, JFK, Bette Davis and now Kate Moss — or at least the mammoth photograph of her. Rates from $595. 20 E. 76th St. at Madison, 212.288.3700; thesurreyhotel.com. Holly Moore breads and craft cocktails, with Dax McAnear serving as chef de cuisine. Watch for an opening in Fall 2013 … Don't let the name fool you: Whether you prefer your crêpes sweet or savory, you'll find both at Sweet Paris Crêperie & Café, now open at 2420 Rice Boulevard in Rice Village. Wharton grads Ivan Chavez and Allison Young believe in the concept "Eat Here, Feed There" — which means they'll provide one school meal somewhere in the world for every crêpe sold in Houston. C'est très magnifique! … Landmark Hospitality Group and chefs Hicham Nafaa and Ali Bendella are reconfiguring the circa-1950s former Boy Scouts of America building in Midtown at 1911 Bagby to create Mr. Peeples, a multilevel event space. Architect Theodore Heesch is working with W Hotel designer Carlos Castropareds to design the threefloor venue, which debuts in July. The restaurant will serve New American/steakhouse fare, and there's a lounge, bar and event space included in the venue's 28,000 square feet. Good news: Mr. Peeples is accepting event reservations now. Contact Alexandra Erny at aerny@lh2g.com. Laurann Claridge