Meet Jane Collins—a woman who’s redefining what it means to start over. Once an Air Force Colonel, now a model and makeup artist, she’s channeling her passion into helping women regain their confidence and embrace their next chapter with style and purpose.

Create your story in gold. Eliana Curated introduces Nomination, the world-famous Italian jewelry brand making its Alexandria debut. Build your own Composable® bracelet link by link—each one a memory, a milestone, a moment that matters.

When I was asked to photograph two “heart babies,” I had no idea how deeply they’d impact me. Capturing Bryce and Sophie for the US News and World Report campaign for Johns Hopkins Children’s Center reminded me what true strength looks like — and how much love can shine through even the hardest journeys.

We’re feeling 22! 🎉 Join us as we celebrate 22 years of The Shoe Hive with 22% off everything, a special artist pop-up, and a heartfelt thank-you to the community that made it all possible.

Old Town’s glow turns golden, the air stills, and then—holiday magic begins. Join us at Boxwood’s 2025 Holiday Reveal on Saturday, November 8, for a sparkling debut of this year’s treasures, table-styling demos with Brittany Zimmerman, and 15% off all Christmas décor.

Sixteen years ago an Abbott Thayer painting sparked off my midlife crises. After spending an uncomfortable amount of time alone with this masterpiece, I decided that I want to create Art that will move people the way this painting moved me. What I did not realize at the time was that the ripple effect from this realization would spill over into all aspects of my life.

For many, the newest round of weight loss medications, including the GLPs, has been a godsend and a relief. It has represented, for many, a new lease on life. Individuals taking weight loss medications must prioritize strength training to ensure their weight loss is healthy and sustainable. 

We’re celebrating Alexandria’s own Lonnie Rich—a leader, mentor, and community builder—as he embarks on his well-deserved retirement. His legacy reminds us to lead with purpose, live with balance, and always make time for what matters most.