Tucked inside the historic Hollin Hall Shopping Center sits The Cut Butchery–a modern neighborhood butcher shop, built around exceptional products, personal service, and a deep sense of community. Behind its beautiful Italian-imported display cases is founder Alex Kilroy, whose path to opening this Alexandria staple began far from the butcher counter.

Earlier this week, we talked about the Fine Jewelry Trunk Show from Lizzie Fortunato that is going on now. The charms drew me into the line, but once I started looking at all the beautiful pieces, I knew I couldn’t limit our buy to just that. I had to bring in some of the stunning necklaces and earrings, too.

As the seasons change, I always take a closer look at my beauty routine. After months of sunshine, beach days, saltwater, and air conditioning, our skin, hair, and feet often need a little extra attention. And as temperatures drop, colder air and indoor heating can leave skin feeling tight, scalps feeling dry, and summer sandal feet looking less than their best.

Plaid Friday is Alexandria’s alternative to Black Friday. Avoid the frenzy of the big box stores and the malls and shop amazing discounts and beautifully curated shops in the DMV’s best destination for shopping local — Alexandria, Virginia! Check out the full list of participating stores!

It was a rainy November morning in 2023, and I had been kidnapped. Not to worry. It was all part of the plan. Dressed in camouflage and face paint, our students were preparing to embark on their very first Veterans Day rescue mission. Their objective? Find and rescue their Headmaster, who was somewhere out in the woods, getting thoroughly soaked. What began as an ambitious idea from two military fathers has become one of ACCA's most beloved traditions.

At Carlough & Co., we believe a home should be a reflection of the people who live there, not simply a collection of beautiful things. It's a philosophy that shapes everything we do, from our first conversation with a client to the final installation. We intentionally take on only a handful of projects each year, allowing us to be personally involved in every detail along the way.

This is not about politics; this is simply about recognizing parents. Let’s take a moment to celebrate, because this is genuinely worth celebrating. Virginia voters enshrined same-sex marriage protections directly into the state constitution — which means the legal recognition of same-sex parentage to children couples have during marriage is no longer dependent on a federal court decision that a future Supreme Court could revisit. For same-sex couples in Virginia, this is such a meaningful right as parents.

Discover the timeless artistry of Mazza as designer Jeff Mazza brings his exquisite Italian craftsmanship, vibrant gemstones and handcrafted 18K gold to Mystique for an exclusive three-day trunk show. Plus, explore Penny Preville’s 18K gold heirlooms and learn the art of personalized layering to create a signature look that tells your story.