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Shop It NowThe Perfect Summer Bauble: A Richmond-Made Coral Creation
Want to know our favorite thing about shopping local? Getting to know the seriously cool folks who make the seriously cool products we love. We were lucky enough to meet Richmond jewelry designer Rachel Albright (you'll know her as the longtime face of Need Supply Co.) recently and learn that her handmade line of coral necklaces was picked up by Anthropologie. Talk about hitting it big, right? You can shop the pretty painted wares (which were just marked down to $29.95 from $48) online right now. We highly recommend snapping up one (or one in each color, if you're game) and making it your summer statement gem.
Dipped Sessile Necklace, $29.95, available at Anthropologie.
Photo: Courtesy of Anthropologie
Don't Have Weekend Date Plans Yet? Now You Do
If you're sticking around town with your well-dressed suitor (or male bestie, or fave cousin) this holiday weekend, you don't have to feel quite so bummed anymore: Dapper-dude label Hugh & Crye is having a sample sale at its Georgetown showroom.
The brand will be offering its signature dress shirts and ties at a deep discount, as well as several limited-edition pieces that are only available at the showroom. The homegrown line specializes in providing personalized fittings, so feel free to send all your male associates over to spruce up their wardrobes. Or grab some button-ups to give to Dad — it's almost Father's Day, after all, and isn't it time he upgraded from those standard-issue polo shirts?
When: Saturday, May 26, and Sunday, May 27, from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m.Where: Hugh & Crye, 3212 O Street NW; 202-250-3807.
Photo: Courtesy of Hugh & Crye
Grab Your Gal Pals For This Ladies-Only Shopping Party
Whether you rely on your gal pals for general life guidance or just the occasional dating dilemma, odds are you take their opinions seriously when it comes to sartorial issues. For real — these are ladies see you on the daily, so they have a pretty clear idea of what looks good on you. So, naturally, when it comes to shopping, what could be better than having all your closest pals on hand to help with tough decisions?
Consider this your opportunity to do just that:
Northern Virginia Magazine
is throwing a Girl's Night Out shopping event at Pentagon City mall to celebrate the fairer sex. The highlight will be not one, but two awesome fashion shows, but the bash will also boast makeovers, tastings, and special one-night-only deals from retailers. Plus, the first 200 partygoers will score a swag bag full of goodies. So, round up your lady loves for a night of girl talk and sweet discounts — and plenty of debate over whether those high-waisted jeans really work.
When: Thursday, May 24, from 6 to 9 p.m.
Where: Fashion Centre at Pentagon City, 1100 South Hayes Street, Arlington; 703-415-2400.
Photo: Courtesy of Simon Malls
Last-Chance Alert: Save A Bundle On Top-Of-The-Line Baubles
In the market for some seriously haute gems? Then you'll want to make tracks to Dupont mainstay Tiny Jewel Box today for the final day of the annual top-to-bottom sale, where you can score designer baubles from the likes of Kara Ross, Stephen Webster, and Cathy Waterman for up to 70% off.
Sure, many of these pieces are still in the four-digit range, but if you're a fine jewelry aficionado, you'll probably appreciate a price tag marked down from $6,490 to $3,894. Maybe you've got a big milestone birthday coming up, or maybe Mom is extra-deserving this year — either way, some of these deals might be too good to pass up.
Where: Tiny Jewel Box, 1147 Connecticut Avenue NW; 202-393-2747.
Photo: Courtesy of Tiny Jewel Box
Can't Book A Parisian Vacay? Get The Next Best Thing In Georgetown
With flights to Paris costing close to a month’s rent (and that's if you've planned ahead), we’re dreaming of making some French connections without having to dip into our savings. Thankfully, Georgetown’s annual French Market, which turns a walk down Wisconsin Avenue into a stroll along the Seine, kicks off today — just in time to relieve our wanderlust woes. With neighborhood shops taking up to 70% off everything from designer duds to collectible art, antiques, and home goods, this two-day fest is très magnifique. We won't judge you if you start the day with a café au lait, break for some quiche and Camembert at Book Hill Park, and end the evening with a few glasses of red wine — in fact, we'd expect nothing less. When: Today, April 27, and Saturday, April 28, from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Where: Upper Wisconsin Avenue NW, between P Street and Reservoir Road.
Photo: Courtesy of Georgetown BID
Grab Your Best-Dressed Fellas For This Rad Baltimore Pop-Up
Should D.C. seem suspiciously devoid of sharp-dressed men on Saturday, don't freak out — they've just all decamped north to Baltimore for the day. What's the motivation behind this bro migration? Confirmed Stock, a one-day menswear pop-up market offering expertly curated wares for gentlemen, both vintage and new, from a variety of vendors.
Beloved shops like Boston's Ball and Buck and Minneapolis' Greenwich Vintage will bring their best merch to set up shop next to brands like Baltimore's own Almanac Industries. The result? A one-time chance for your male compatriots to scoop some rad clothing, accessories, shoes, and everything else they might need to be properly outfitted.
While the pop-up is first and foremost about fashion, the message behind it is a bit more esoteric. "Confirmed Stock is really about giving men a chance to not only buy great stuff, but also make more mindful decisions about how they spend their money," says event organizer Neal Shaffer. Focusing on vintage, salvaged, and handmade-in-America goods, the style-savvy vendors are "people you can buy from and feel good about where your money is going." Now, who's up for a road trip?
When: Saturday, April 28, 11 a.m. to 5 p.m.Where: 2640 Space, 2640 St. Paul Street, Baltimore.
Photo: Courtesy of Confirmed Stock
Bikinis Or Boyshorts? Find Your Fave Underpinnings At This Event
Bustiers and corsets, boyshorts and briefs — we all have our favorite, can't-live-without-'em undergarments. During Nordstrom’s Frill Seekers event, you can get a sneak peek at spring’s most covetable lingerie styles, and snag a free gift with a bra and panty purchase of $50.
You know what that means, right? Time to kick those knickers to the curb and update your undies, choosing from bright Betsey Johnson getups (think leopard print and neon pink) to '50s-inspired bustiers for the Mad Men fanatics. Plus, $2 from every bra sold goes to Susan G. Komen for the Cure, and lingerie stylists will be on hand to find something that flatters and fits your bod, and brings out your inner pinup. Who can resist all that?
When: Friday, April 20, through Saturday, April 21Where: Nordstrom, 1400 South Hayes Street, Arlington; 703-415-1121; 8075 Tysons Corner Center, McLean; 703-761-1121. Find additional locations here.
Get Your Denim Fix At This Groovy Madewell Party
Ever been to a denim party on wheels? Neither have we — until now. Lucky for us (and you), Madewell's tricked-out Airstream RV is traveling across the country and will make a stop on George Washington University's campus tomorrow afternoon. Madewell specializes in vintage-inspired denim, and with all the different washes and cuts currently on offer, we can't imagine you'll leave empty-handed. To top off the already cool experience of shopping in an RV, there's also a braid bar tucked away in the RV, to get your tresses truly summer-ified. Oh, and don't worry if you can't deal with jeans in warm weather — they're not bringing just denim. The Airstream is basically a miniature Madewell store filled with everything you need to style a new pair of jeans. Need help doing that? Consult one of the Madewell stylists on hand for tips. And, if you really get shop-happy, there's another bonus: Customers can snag 15% off purchases made during their visit, plus free shipping. When: Tuesday, April 17, from 12 to 5 p.m.
Where: George Washington University Anniversary Park, on F Street NW between 21st and 22nd streets.
Photo: Courtesy of Madewell
Shop One Of Our Fave About-To-Be-Huge Designers — Tonight…
You know a new designer is something special when they land on our list of the 15 hot designers you need to know now, and that's definitely the case with NYC-based Jonathan Cohen. From boho-tinged evening dresses to lipstick-red power suits, he's something of a jack-of-all-trades, and you can scope out what he has up his sleeve for fall during a private trunk show tonight. The designer will be in attendance, so you can get a true insider's perspective on the coming season, and of course, pre-order select items from the collection. While you're perusing (and planning) for fall, check out the ethical jewelry offerings from Same Sky, a fair-trade company that employs and supports female artisans in Rwanda and Zambia. Look good, do good, feel good — that's a pretty solid Friday night plan, if you ask us. When: Today, April 13, from 5 to 8 p.m.
Where: Trunk show will be held at a private residence in the Palisades.RSVP for exact location information.
Photo: Courtesy of Jonathan Cohen
Sort Out Your Entire Summer (Sartorially, Anyway) At This Sample Sale
One thing we love about our city: While we don't have legit sample sales as often as NYC and LA, the ones we do have are always so much more than just a sale. We're talking discounted designer goods paired with delish cocktails and tasty bites from places like Café Milano and Neyla. And the first annual Georgetown Sip & Sample Sale, which takes place next week, promises to be no different.
We've scored many a great find over the years at the District Sample Sale, so we’re excited to have another big boutique event to pencil into our planners. This go-round, expect baubles from Charm Georgetown and Queen Bee Designs (the two owners organized the event), prepster must-haves from Sherman Pickey and Pink Palm, and party-ready frocks from Wink, Urban Chic, Ginger, and Julia Farr.
Remember, the early bird gets the cheapest worm, so consider investing in the $50 VIP ticket for access to the goods two hours ahead of everyone else. Don’t feel like splurging? Regular entry is $25, and we feel confident that you’ll still find a perfect dress for a summer wedding or a no-fail Mother’s Day gift. At the very least, you'll get your money's worth of boozy confections from ARTini-winning mixologist Joseph Ambrose.
When: Wednesday, April 18. VIP admission from 3 to 9 p.m; general admission from 5 to 9 p.m. Buy tickets here.Where: Letelier Theater Upper Courtyard, located behind Cafe Milano, 3251 Prospect Street NW.
Photo: Via Georgetown Boutique District
Snap Up These Charming Locally Made Accessories For A Steal
We love nifty new accessories, especially when they come with very little commitment — which is why today's Fab.com sale for local line Ciao Nina is literally perfect.
District-based designer Nina O'Neil crafts adorable felt fascinators, chunky earrings, leather necklaces, quirky-cute headbands, and darling hair pins in her home studio, and signed on with Fab for a short-term sale of some of her best pieces for spring. We're smitten with the sweet fascinators, since they make a more subtle statement than a major hat, and you can scoop one for $17 less than they normally run. Who can resist sweetness for steal? Not us. Grab 'em while you can — the sale ends tomorrow morning at 11 a.m.
Photo: Via Fab.com
Today Only: Snag Wren, IRO, Missoni, & More At This Killer Sample Sale
The early bird gets the best designer steals, and we've got a very good reason for you to skip that leisurely brunch today and head to Rockville: Style Étoile's spring sample sale and meet-and-greet. We're coveting the Camilla & Marc dresses, Sachin + Babi jewelry, and Wren rompers, so that's motivation aplenty right there — but even better, loads of the shop's designer goods will be marked down 85%, in case you need a little additional motivation to put a spring in your step.
Even better? This isn’t the kind of dog-eat-dog sale where you push your way in, fight for your prized item, and leave with your dignity barely intact. Instead, there will be cocktails and convo with shop owners Christina and Natalie Albina, and you'll also get to meet local designer Marti and preview her new collection. So, step away from your laptop and go get your shop on.
When: Today, March 31, from 10 a.m to 6 p.m.Where: Style Étoile, 1701 Rockville Pike, Rockville; 301-770-4218.
Photo: Via Style Étoile
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