08.03.18

There’s Still Some Summer Left!

The nature of editorial is to always look ahead, so, yes, we are focused on fall fashion. Yes, we are all about back to school. But the truth is we still have some […]
08.02.18

A Secret Surprise Gift Story

In my profession I get to take part in sweet surprises all the time. Between engagement proposals, thoughtful milestone gifts, and the extensive list of Christmas hints we fulfill each year, it’s more […]
07.30.18

Our Top Picks for the Week of July 30, 2018

This week we focus on pieces that are super easy to throw on — a t-shirt, a dress, a jumpsuit, even a ring — but that doesn’t mean they aren’t still high style. […]
07.25.18

On Creativity

I’ll be honest. This week I have been feeling creatively stuck. Maybe it’s the relentlessly rainy, humid weather we’ve been having, maybe it’s general decision-making fatigue from this renovation, maybe it’s just to […]
07.23.18

Our Top Picks for the Week of July 23, 2018

Pops of red and sparkly accents are on tap this week with top picks that are on time now — think lobster claw earrings that define summer fun and an all-natural scrub for […]
07.20.18

An Engagement Story: Emily & Ethan

Emily and Ethan make up one of those couples you meet that leaves you thinking that two people could not be better suited for each other. They are both tall, blond, and make […]
07.16.18

Our Top Picks for the Week of July 16, 2018

In this week’s top picks: cabana boys. Well, not really. But with this fun wine glass, you can lament your lack of one. What you can have: the Chesapeake Bay (watercolored on a pillow); a […]
07.12.18

A Restoration Story: A Tiffany Sterling Basket, Squashed

Every once in a while, we have the opportunity to work on a restoration job that truly challenges Lawrence’s skills as a silversmith. A few months back, a client walked in with the […]
07.09.18

Our Top Picks for the Week of July 9, 2018

This week is all about extra special presentations, from an asymmetrical statement clutch to architectural candles, from a whimsical serving platter to elegant and ethereal perfume oil. A (way, way) better way to […]
07.05.18

Independents Week: On Owning and Operating Our Own Business

It’s Independents Week, which means we at Alx&Co. are celebrating two themes: our independence as citizens (Voting! Checks and balances! Civil rights!) and also as business owners (Not working for “The Man!”). In […]
07.02.18

Our Top Picks for the Week of July 2, 2018

A cool linen dress, hoop earrings, crazy stylish straw hat and tote, and coconut oil? Yep, this week’s Top Picks are officially brought to you by summer. Add a delicious (and eco-conscious) cook […]
06.27.18

Thoughtful Wedding Day Gifts

To round out our Pride Month series, I asked Tim, my husband and co-owner of Alx&Co., to talk about projects he has worked on that were especially thoughtful LGBTQ adaptations of wedding traditions. […]
06.22.18

An Engagement Story: Morgan & Katie

This week I was pleased to sit down with our clients Morgan and Katie, who recently got engaged and had the sweetest story to tell about it. Read on to hear about their […]
06.18.18

Our Top Picks for the Week of June 18, 2018

When it’s super hot and humid, we gravitate towards light, white outfits. This tunic and these cut-offs, for example, then add statement accessories for extra style points, like either of these amazing earrings. […]
06.14.18

A Dual-Dad Gift Guide

Father’s Day is just around the corner and this year I wanted to pay special homage to the dual-father families out there. How exciting this day must be! You get double the breakfast […]


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