09.19.16

The Stylebook Top Five

Every week we bring you the top five things we are loving. This week, the Stylebook Top Five includes a decorative tray, must-have make-up tool and the coat of the season! But we […]
09.08.16

Save the Date! Inaugural Walk to Bust Cancer October 16

Can you believe it’s already almost fall?  Time for pumpkin spice lattes, cozy cardigans, colorful falling leaves, and the inaugural Walk to Bust Cancer! Bring your whole family out to Fort Hunt Park […]
08.24.16

Coco Goes Shopping

As I joined my two partners, Gayla and Susie, on another buying trip for Coco Blanca, I thought this could be a fun journey to share with our fabulous Stylebook readers. So hop […]
06.23.16

The Secret to Success? Knowing When To Outsource

My summer jobs during high school and college were poolside as a lifeguard.  The attire was pretty basic — a one piece swimsuit, the almighty sweatshirt emblazoned with “LIFEGUARD”, and a lanyard with […]
06.09.16

Outdoor Living: 3 Easy Ways To Enhance + Enjoy Your Patio

  You may not realize this but around this time each year, your living space has expanded by at least one room. Yes, it’s time to get outside, and outdoor spaces should offer […]
02.26.16

what i wore: tips for a tropical trip

I just landed in the snow at Dulles Airport after leaving Siem Riep, Cambodia, where it was sunny at 97 degrees. It was the last stop on a two-week Southeast Asia trip that […]
02.12.16

street style: danielle romanetti

Photography Credit: Sarah Marcella Photography Alexandria Stylebook has become a great way for our stores to connect with the community and tell everyone what is going on in our shops and our city. […]
01.08.16

how to stay flu-free this winter (stylishly)

Whether we like it or not, the flu season is upon us. Winter is the season for those unwanted chest colds and running noses. Even though we’ve experienced some unusually warm weather for […]
09.11.15

fall kick-off…in the heat

Photography Emma McAlary It is hard to think about fall clothing when you’re in your shorts…sweating. But it is coming. Fall is one of my favorite times of the year in this area, […]
04.06.15

the stylebook top five

Every week we bring you the top five things we are loving. This week, the Stylebook Top Five include decorative home accessories (turtle shells!), Darby’s new favorite top and more. But we want […]
07.29.14

the staycation

We are nearing the end of summer. The other day, I even heard a customer bemoaning the summer days we have left, impatient for sweaters and such. If your major vacations are behind […]
02.17.14

weekend recap

Darby celebrated her Grandmom’s 94th birthday! “Here’s to many more! I love you!” From Angela: What? Doesn’t everyone do this on Sunday afternoon? Gayla from Coco Blanca joined a few friends in St […]
11.07.13

moisturizing combination skin

Reader: So, here’s the deal. I can’t find a moisturizer that sufficiently moisturizes but doesn’t make me feel greasy and my skin break out. What do people with combination skin do? Angela: This […]


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