Madeline Hollern

1 week ago | austinmonthly.com | Madeline Hollern

This is not a drill! If you’ve been looking to refresh your wardrobe—and support a great cause—Democracy Clothing is hosting a unique pop-up this Saturday and Sunday where you can do both. While many a pop-up has lured us into their space with misleading claims of free goods, this one is actually legitimate. The denim brand is taking over 920 Congress Ave. for its “Ab”solute Confidence Denim Pop-Up,” a spirited two-day gathering that allows guests to pick out a pair of jeans for free.

1 week ago | austinmonthly.com | Madeline Hollern |Laurel Miller

With two Hill Country locations within an hour of Austin, this glamping destination makes for an easy getaway. The original Wimberley resort has six climate-controlled yurts with outdoor kitchens, hot tubs, fire pits, and private decks, plus a dedicated Spa Yurt situated on 26 wooded acres. While both properties at The Yurtopian are for adults only, Dripping Springs is nearly double the size and features 10 pet-friendly yurts—in case you want to bring Fido along for the adventure.

2 weeks ago | austinmonthly.com | Madeline Hollern

‘Tis the season for boat rides on Lake Austin, icy dips into Barton Springs, and bachelorette parties traversing downtown. Just in time for Memorial Day weekend, hometown favorite brand Kendra Scott has debuted a new summer-centric concept at its flagship store. Available at 1701 South Congress Avenue, Bungalow 512 features seasonal merchandise befitting a retro lakeside resort.

2 weeks ago | austinmonthly.com | Madeline Hollern

With jarring fluorescent lights that spotlight endless rows of booze, liquor stores can feel both impersonal and overwhelming. Adam Rios and Zach Hill wanted to change the alcohol shopping experience to something far more, well, spirited. This spring, the duo launched a neighborhood bottle shop and parlour, Goodnight Cowboy, on a bustling stretch of Manor Road.

1 month ago | austinmonthly.com | Madeline Hollern

It’s one of the grand annual traditions of Austin culture (at least in the social media era): The debate over who would appear at ACL Fest reached a fever pitch in the last week. A host of names were thrown out from acts big and small—Sabrina Carpenter! Wet Leg! Doechii! Bad Bunny!—and the fervor was heightened as the festival mailed out teaser images. Riddled with clues, these graphic postcards had fans convinced that artists like Sabrina, Empire of the Sun, and Hozier were a lock. And guess what?