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Capitol Hill 101: Dine, Drink, & Play In D.C.'s Iconic Neighborhood
Blame it on House of Cards (or Scandal, Veep, and the other addictive shows set in the heart… Read More
Capitol Hill 101: Dine, Drink, & Play In D.C.'s Iconic Neighborhood
Blame it on House of Cards (or Scandal, Veep, and the other addictive shows set in the heart of our city). Fact is, we're completely enamored with Capitol Hill. Aside from its status as the country's most powerful 'hood, we'd also argue that the Hill is one of the District's most scenic destinations… Read More
Jun 19, 2013 12:30 AM
Disconcerting: New, Restrictive Abortion Bill Passed By House Of Reps
Tonight, the House of Representatives passed an abortion regulation bill that is both restrictive and extensive. Proposed by Arizonan representative Trent Franks, the bill — known as the “Pain-Capable Unborn Child Protection Act” — would prevent abortions after 20 weeks (halfway through the… Read More
Jun 18, 2013 6:00 PM
The GOP's New Plan To Approach Liberal Youths Is Hilarious (No, Really)
Young liberals of the world, what's your problem with the GOP's most conservative factions? Is it the determination to deny women the right to manage their own bodies? Perhaps it's the staunch anti-gay propaganda? No, no. It's that all those old guys just aren't funny enough. Unlike Obama, who is basically… Read More
Jun 18, 2013 3:30 PM
A 5-Minute DIY You Can Actually Use? Sign Us Up!
Here at R29, we consider ourselves pretty craft-savvy, and we'll willingly tackle just about any DIY project. Add a "five minutes or less" provision, and we're already pulling out our glue guns and embroidery floss. So, we couldn't resist sharing this super-simple DIY from Fabric Paper Glue — it's… Read More
Jun 18, 2013 1:20 PM
6 Stunning Floral Bags To Inspire Your Inner Flower Child
I know, I know, flowers in the spring — how predictable! I admit my infatuation with all things in bloom is quite intense — especially when I saw my favorite designers indulge in this irresistible petal trend. You know the print has reached its highest calling when fashion darlings Phillip Lim and… Read More
Jun 18, 2013 1:00 PM
2 Stellar Style Events To Add To Your Cal This Week
In D.C., summer is usually accompanied by a slightly slower pace — could it be the sweltering heat? But thankfully, that sluggishness doesn't have to affect your social calendar in the least. This week, two top-notch events are on our radar, and are worth penciling into your planner.
First up… Read More
Jun 18, 2013 6:00 AM
12 Brilliant Wedding Gift Ideas From D.C.'s Savviest Shopkeepers
During wedding season, it’s easy to find yourself shopping with a mostly fulfilled gift registry in hand — you slept on buying the cool stuff, and now all that’s left are shower-curtain rings. Don’t worry, there's another option: the off-registry gift. Uncharted territory? Maybe. But we’ve… Read More
Jun 17, 2013 3:00 PM
The ONLY Summer Dress You Need (& It's $40!)
Okay, we'll give you this much: "LWD" doesn't roll off the tongue quite the way "LBD" does. But don't let the clunky acronym discourage you from tackling summer's biggest — and most practical — trend. The little white dress is a fresh, cool alternative to your everyday, go-to frock, and it makes… Read More
Jun 18, 2013 2:40 PM
Jun 17, 2013 12:30 PM
Hot Ticket: Get Early-Bird Access To Trillectro, Stat!
Hopefully, you're in full-on summer music fest mode by now, scooping up pre-sale tickets and mapping road trips like a champ. If not, here's your chance to get ahead of the curve: You can grab early-bird general admission and VIP tickets to D.C.'s second-annual Trillectro festival right now. If you… Read More
Jun 17, 2013 6:00 AM
Girl Next Door: Designer Libby Diament Shows Us The Tricks Of Her Trade
Anyone looking to turn a passion into a paycheck could learn a thing or two from design star Libby Diament. The former 9-to-5’er pursued her dream of making jewelry full-time, and now her wares are sold in nearly 40 stores across the country —including mega-retailer Urban Outfitters and three shops… Read More
Jun 15, 2013 6:00 AM
Weekend Buzz: Happy Hour, Apartment Envy, & Designer Discounts
Networking can be a major drag, but this week's DC Lady Bloggers event will make it a total blast. Join them on Friday for happy hour eats and drinks at Puro Cafe. (EventBrite)
Hide your wallets, because there's one amazing sidewalk sale going down in Bethesda today. The Shops at Wildwood will be… Read More
Jun 14, 2013 3:00 PM
7 Stellar Salons To Get Primped & Polished (Fellas, Too!)
It might sound like an overstatement, but finding a salon and stylist you trust is like meeting your soulmate — you just get each other. And once you're together, you want to stay that way. Not going steady with a stylist right now? Don't worry. We've gathered up the DMV's newest, most notable salons… Read More
Jun 14, 2013 12:30 PM
Finally! A Win In The Breast Cancer Battle, Via The Supreme Court
To us (and most likely to you, as well), it makes sense that you can't own part of a person. But until yesterday, Myriad Genetics, a Utah-based lab, owned the human gene that is known to dramatically increase the risk of breast cancer. That's right — they owned part of our genetic makeup. The lab had… Read More
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