09.24.13

on how not to look like a dominatrix

Reader: Loving the leather trend but how do I wear it without looking like a dominatrix? Tara: What’s wrong with looking like a dominatrix? A little cat suit never hurt anyone. *wink* I […]
09.23.13

look of the day: back to school

Back to School may mean one thing to your kids, but it means another to you: a really long day. It means that after a long day at work or home you are […]
09.20.13

street style: wendy

We first knew Wendy as one half of the blogging duo behind Old Town Home, a nationally acclaimed blog providing renovation tips and tutorials, decorating advice, highlights of shopping, dining, and living in […]
09.19.13

post-pregnancy looks on a budget

Reader: What are some cute/fashionable winter “transition” outfits for post-pregnancy? While yoga pants and sweatshirts and completely acceptable at home, I’d like some ideas on easy, affordable outfits when I venture outside with […]
09.18.13

closet app quest

You’ve seen the gorgeous pictures of Angela’s and Elizabeth’s closets. But you haven’t seen mine. And you won’t until I get it organized. My closet would shock you. As a very structured and […]
09.17.13

business casual broken down

Reader: I just started a new job. I need a whole new business-casual (no denim) wardrobe. What staples should I have in my closet? Darby: Every woman in the professional field has the […]
09.13.13

street style: brooke

Brooke Curran is a mom of three and a running fanatic who laced up her shoes for the first time 15 years ago just to get out of the house for some peace […]
09.11.13

how to style an ankle boot

Reader: I’m so glad booties are on trend again this fall. What are the best ways to style them? Elizabeth: Ankle boot. Bootie. Tomato. Tomahto. Whatever you call them, they are no longer a […]
09.06.13

street style: sarah

Sarah Eley just moved to Alexandria in April from New England. A shopping enthusiast, she is quickly learning the best spots to shop in Alexandria. We are excited to welcome her as the […]
09.04.13

make an entrance (or an exit)

As a lover of capes my whole life, I was thrilled to find that capes were a hot trend for fall. Modern takes on this traditional silhouette allow all of us to channel […]
09.03.13

patricia washington…staying stylish at the office

Patricia Washington is still relatively new to the Alexandria area. She recently became the President and CEO of the Alexandria Visitors and Convention Association. Since her arrival at ACVA, change is in the […]
08.30.13

street style: sara and florence

Ruth Barzel is a local jewelry designer that sells her handmade pieces at Kiskadee. Although we are still trying to convince her to be a street style model because she has mad style, […]
08.29.13

d’orsay flats

D’Orsay Flats… Say What? That’s the fancy way of saying “two-piece” flat–a trend that is everywhere right now. And truthfully, we love it! It is the perfect transitional shoe from summer to fall. […]
08.28.13

shapes of shades

All sunglasses are available for purchase at The Shoe Hive.  
08.23.13

street style: kim, hannah and molly

Hannah, Molly and Kim Sackett have loved living in Old Town for the past fifteen years.  Along with Buckley (Wheaton Terrier) and Thatcher (Havanese) and Husband/Dad Dave, we enjoy living in a place […]


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