21 September 14 - 20, 2023 dallasobserver.com DALLAS OBSERVER Classified | MusiC | dish | Culture | unfair Park | Contents Cornering the Silver Market Thanks to Beyoncé’s request that fans wear silver to her upcoming Arlington concert, Dallas stores are running out of silver items. BY BRYSON “BOOM” PAUL T he Beyhive is swarming DFW for silver outfits, at their Queen’s Bey’s request. For her record-breaking Renaissance world tour, which stops at Ar- lington’s AT&T Stadium on Sept. 21, Be- yoncé has requested concertgoers dress in fabulous silver attire to celebrate her Sept. 4 birthday — all month long. In an Instagram story Aug. 23, the super- star posted: “Virgo season is upon us. This tour has been such a joy and as we approach the last month, my birthday wish is to cele- brate with you wearing your most fabulous silver fashions to the shows 8.23 – 9.22! We’ll surround ourselves in a shimmering human disco ball each night. Everybody mirroring each other’s joy. Virgo season to- gether in the house of chrome.” As usual, Beyoncé’s influence generated enormous sales. News reports nationwide revealed an instant rise in silver clothing sales ahead of the upcoming concerts, as re- quested by Her Majesty. While awaiting Queen Bey’s arrival to Dallas, fans swarmed to local boutiques to put together their best chrome, metallic or mirror-like outfits. We surveyed Dallas boutiques and dis- covered that even before Beyoncé, Taylor Swift’s Eras tour also sparked a silver rush when the singer played three AT&T Stadium concerts in April. “We saw a lot of people buying metallics for concerts, especially after Taylor Swift,” says Melissa Rubin, owner of Plano’s Ella Bleu boutique. “They’re blingy, and they stand out. They’re a statement piece. Metal- lics are going to be a really big trend for the fall.” Ella Bleu restocked for the Beyoncé rush with large quantities and reliable op- tions. “We have a lot of cute rompers and dresses,” says Rubin. “Lots of fringes, ruffle sleeves, of course, all the metallics and denim, flare denim. Chunky sweaters, bright colors. We have a lot of bright colors at our store.” Stylist and personal shopper Ashley Wil- liams is seeing the same trend. “Denim in a metallic finish or styles like rompers and jumpsuits are great choices be- cause both usually come with pockets for storage if you want to avoid carrying a bag,” she says. Dallas stylist and personal shopper Amanda Taymore says there are empty racks at boutiques, but still plenty of great options in Dallas. “Pink Lucy in the heart of Dallas is a go- to boutique for trendy and unique fashion pieces,” she says. “Bdonnas’ silver and dia- mond-inspired collection will elevate your concert ensemble. Guns and Roses is the place for a touch of flair while adding a touch of charm to your outfit.” Emmy award-winning Cowboys and Mav- ericks host Ali Dee owns the popular West- ern Life and Style brand, available at Boot Barns across North Texas, which she says is flying off the shelves thanks to Beyoncé. “The perfect silver outfits right now will include two major trends that we love: the cowgirl trend and the disco trend,” Dee says. “We have married these two fun themes with our black and silver Disco Cowgirl tee featuring sparkly silver ink. Pair it with a sil- ver sequin skirt and cowgirl boots for the ul- timate concert outfit.” Online shopping is easy, quick and acces- sible for most, but the relentless demand has sold out inventories at most brands, accord- ing to TMZ. Fans’ support of local brick- and-mortar businesses has been a key component of Beyoncé’s world tour, and the campaign has been immensely successful. Beyonce’s BeyGOOD foundation report- edly donated $1 million to Black-owned small businesses globally under her “Black Parade Route” campaign in July. The do- nated funds assist Black businesses with paying staff and rent. The Renaissance World Tour sold out in minutes, earning over $127.6 million for the first 11 of the 41 scheduled shows. On Aug. 28, Black Enterprise reported local stores have had increased web traffic, with some retailers having as much as a 200% sales in- crease since the announcement of the tour. Aside from the local fashion stores where fans search for their one-of-a-kind looks, the Galleria and NorthPark Mall are safe bets for Average Joes who simply want to look great. “Renaissance is a dance party,” says Wil- liams. “With the metroplex reaching record summer highs, that means not too many lay- ers or sticking to removable ones like jackets or hats to avoid sweating out your look.” As fans buy all the silver clothing they can find, stylists offer sound advice for de- signing the perfect shimmering outfit. From the type of heels to the amount of ac- cessories, experts share the following tips: “Don’t go overboard,” Rubin says. “I would pick one statement piece. Either pants with a top and accessorize with fun jewelry. I would keep it more simple since metallic is a statement.” “For those seeking a truly unique concert outfit, consider going the extra mile and col- laborating with a designer to create a cus- tom piece,” says Taymore. “This personalized touch will ensure you stand out from the crowd and make a lasting im- pression on both the fashion and music scenes.” “Heels are a must for me, but a block heel, ankle strap sandal, or boots can still provide comfort and extra support on the dance floor,” says Williams. “Add to your looks with statement accessories like chain link jewelry, mirrored cowboy hats, dia- monds, and bling or large dangle earrings.” When the tour was announced last Feb- ruary, several fans said they had already cho- sen their silver outfits to support the artist’s Renaissance album. “I already had silver picked out just to match the theme of the album, but I’m super excited,” says Lauren Paige of Arlington, about Beyonce’s request. “We got floor seats, and I’ve never seen Beyoncé, so I can’t wait.” ▼ QUEEN BEY ALL HAIL BEYONCÉ EVENTS IN DALLAS THAT WON’T BREAK YOUR SOUL (OR WALLET). BY ALEX GONZALEZ T he Queen Bey is on her way to her original hive. On Thursday, Sept. 21, Beyoncé is set to perform at AT&T Stadium for a sold-out stop of her critically acclaimed Renaissance World Tour. True, Dallas isn’t Beyoncé’s hometown — that’s Houston — but she always shows love to her home state. And Texas is showing her love back — even buying up all the silver to cele- brate her birthday. Over the course of September, which happens to be Bey’s birthday month, several Dallas-Fort Worth bars, clubs, restaurants and venues will honor Beyoncé in ways that won’t break your soul, or your wallet. So even if you couldn’t get tickets for the Re- naissance tour, you can still show love for the Queen Bey. Here are the best Beyoncé-centric events to celebrate her Arlington concert. Queen Bey Brunch 10 A.M., SEPT. 17, STIRR (ADDISON AND DEEP ELLUM LOCATIONS) At both Stirr locations, DJs will be spinning Beyoncé’s catalog all day. Guests can enjoy a variety of cocktails, including the Spiked Lemonade, and enjoy some Southern treats such as chicken and waffles, giant donut holes, golden wings, and seasonal pumpkin spice pancakes. Brunch attendees are also encouraged to wear their shiniest silver outfits (as is Bey’s request for her Septem- ber shows) and participate in a costume contest. Sensual Dance Fitness Workshop: Beyoncé Edition NOON, SEPT. 17 KUMBALA DANCE STUDIO, 4801 SPRING VALLEY ROAD, NO. 118, FARMERS BRANCH, $15 Roll up the partition, because it’s about to get hot in here! Kumbala Dance Studio is of- fering a Beyoncé dance class soundtracked by some of the singer’s more sensual deep cuts. Participants of all dance and fitness levels are encouraged to come and tap into their divine feminine side. Beyoncé Pre Show Spa Soirée – A Day of Self-Care 2 P.M., SEPT. 19, EUDAIMONIA WELLNESS & BEAUTY, 1000 N. CENTRAL EXPRESSWAY, NO. 520. $59 Get your self-care in order before the Re- naissance show. Eudaimonia Wellness & Beauty will host a Beyoncé-themed spa day before the concert, giving the Beyhive a chance to get their chakras aligned and opti- mal before seeing the queen. Candlelight: A Tribute to Beyoncé 8:30 P.M., SEPT. 21 – OCT. 11, EDISON’S, 1724 COCKRELL AVE. $27–$68 Enjoy a candlelit evening of performances by Listeso String Quartet, who will play some of Beyoncé’s biggest hits. With songs from all seven of Bey’s solo albums, and a few from her Destiny’s Child days, Candle- light promises a fully comprehensive per- formance honoring all of Bey’s eras. The Cunty Ball Tour 3 P.M., SEPT. 24, CANVAS HOTELS, 1325 BOTHAM JEAN BLVD. $20 Can’t get enough of Bey’s Renaissance era? Keep the fun going at the Cunty Ball Tour at the Canvas Hotel. This festival will be head- lined by ballroom legend Kevin Aviance, whose iconic ad libs can be heard on “Pure/ Honey” from Beyoncé’s Renaissance album. Barbie Davenport Dupree will host the event, and attendees will also be able to en- joy performances by Lady Vanity Roux, Nat- ural Hiiigh and Kilo Posh. Shutterstock Beyoncé started a fashion run on silver. | B-SIDES | ▼ Music
