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Aubrey Sellers has begun carrying the Kama Sutra product line—which includes edible oils, creams, and potions as well as luxury bath products—and the new line of Motel Deluxe adult-oriented cards at his store, Aubrey Sellers Flowers & Gifts (314 Gray, 713/807-1919. “In addition to our many beautiful gifts and accessories, we are starting to carry more items that appeal to sensuous tastes,” says Sellers, who opened his Midtown retail location in May 2002 after more than 12 years in business.

Al’s Formal Wear has again launched its annual Ultimate Tuxedo Sale with special values on men’s evening clothes. The sale ends December 31. There are 29 Houston-area locations. More info: Dial your area code, then 730-4ALS.

Gingiss Formalwear offers special discounts on tuxedo rentals for the November 15 Houston Black Tie Dinner. The nine Houston-area locations include the Galleria 2 store (5175 Westheimer, 713/626-3318).

GOOD JEANS. On October 7, M2M Fashion owner Michael Malik opened his new Jeans Couture (5000 Westheimer, 713/626-JEAN) with the kickoff party for the DIFFA Holiday Collection Gala. The Design Industries Foundation Fighting AIDS event will take place on November 7 at the Hotel Derek.

Tila’s (1111 S. Shepherd, 713/522-7654) now offers a VIP membership. Diners can obtain a frequent-visit card and receive a choice of a free margarita, vodtini, or appetizer on their 10th visit. The Mexico City continental cuisine restaurant now also features Tila’s Tuesday $2 Tea, with $2 specials on margaritas, vodtinis, and appetizers.

Business and sales coach Mattison Grey, M.Ed., will present a workshop “Reality Selling: Are You Getting Everything You Want in Your Life and Career?” on November 14, 8:30 a.m.–4:30 p.m., at the Warwick. The fee is $149. To register: 832/283-2476 or Mattison@prosperitypeople.net/.

Karpas Properties has named George Renfro sales manager. The real-estate firm is located at 3355 West Alabama (713/850-1777, 866/877-5230). The website is www.karpas.com.


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