04.19.21

Our Top Picks for the Week of April 19, 2021

This week’s Top Picks are here to make spring days more fun! Celeste shares a personalized piece to add some pep in your step that makes the best gift. Elizabeth’s is a long-awaited […]
04.16.21

While You Were Sleeping

I’m sure Elizabeth would agree – Instagram kept her businesses alive during the bleakest weeks of COVID. Having a platform that brings the boutique to you has been a useful tool, but not […]
04.16.21

Take Me Out To The Ballgame!

I am so excited to be writing this article. It’s no secret to my customers and employees that I am a huge National’s fan. My bobblehead collection sits nicely above the register (I […]
04.16.21

Street Style: Alyia Gaskins

Alyia is one of those people who exudes radiance. Being in her presence just feels good because she is kind, curious, open, enthusiastic, and fun. She truly cares, and knows how to ask […]
04.14.21

Elizabeth’s Favorite Spring Pieces Plus Lookbooks

I can’t believe I am sending out the spring lookbooks so late this year. I think I got preoccupied with all the trunk shows and spring breaks that I totally forgot. So, you […]
04.12.21

New at the Nest: Teen Clothing

Phew. This was a super challenging idea. The hard thing about teenagers is the varying sizes they all are. Some are petite, like my model, Miranda, and my daughter, Annabelle. Some are taller […]
04.12.21

Adina Reyter at The Shoe Hive

Remember Add-a-Bead necklaces? I had one in the 80s, and I was obsessed! I regret that I have no idea what happened to it. A few years back, I met with Meaghan of […]
04.12.21

Our Top Picks for the Week of April 12, 2021

This week’s Top Picks are making sure warm weather is in your future! From the streets of Alexandria to your next (safe) vacation destination, these favorites are here to stay. Elizabeth’s pick takes […]
04.09.21

How To Know Your Rings Fit Right (Plus – A Secret Tip If Your Ring Gets Stuck)

This may seem like a strange post because, of course, you know when your rings fit right… don’t you? Well, it might be time to think again. I am constantly amazed at the […]
04.08.21

Special Portrait Sessions at Monday’s Child

Taking photos of kids can be stressful, really stressful. I’m certain that my family holds the record for the worst meltdown The Scout Guide Alexandria has ever seen for a photoshoot. The crying, the desperate […]
04.08.21

Susan Shaw is Here!

I’ve been patiently awaiting the arrival of this new line of jewelry, and I’m so excited that it’s finally here. As I’ve mentioned before, due to COVID and shows getting canceled, we had […]
04.07.21

Custom Jewelry Event and Bridal Show

Delight in our sources of such special pieces for engagement rings and keepsakes that commemorate key milestones at Mystique Jewelers. This weekend, Friday, April 9, and Saturday, April 10, we are hosting a […]
04.06.21

It’s Pedi Weather!

Whether you’ve decided to brave the salon and get your first pedicure in a year, or you’re still doing it yourself, it’s time to free the toes. We didn’t sell a lot of […]
04.06.21

The Denim Jacket – Every Closet’s Staple

At the Hive, we appreciate a good jean jacket and consider it to be an absolute staple in everyone’s closet. It adds an extra pop to an outfit, provides obvious warmth, and typically […]
04.05.21

A Sister Duo for The Ann Mashburn Trunk Show

A few years back, when we were getting ready to host our second Veronica Beard show, I knew I had to pull out all the stops when it came to the models. I […]


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