As 2025 comes to a close, we are reflecting on what has been both a rewarding and challenging year for Kristin Try Interiors. Like so many of you, we navigated unexpected turns—tight timelines, shifting budgets, and the ever-evolving design landscape. Yet through it all, the heart of our work remained the same: creating spaces that feel deeply personal and truly lived-in.

For decades, luxury real estate was measured in square footage, architectural grandeur, and designer finishes. The bigger the chandelier, the more impressive the home. But as we move into 2026, a fundamental shift is reshaping what affluent buyers value most—and here in Alexandria, we're witnessing this transformation firsthand.

It’s the holiday season, which means it’s officially time to make things easier on yourself. Here are the tried-and-true tips we swear by to help your home run smoothly—so you can actually enjoy the festivities.

King Street is glowing, and so will your gift list. I rounded up my favorite beauty picks of the season—luxurious, useful, and ready to grab before your next holiday stop.

I am sure your inbox is full of emails about sales. It seems like Black Friday deals started at Halloween and now winter sales are already in full force. It is time for The Shoe Hive and The Hive to join in. We’re kicking off our fall merchandise sale this Saturday, Dec. 13, and the markdown is bigger than ever.

Patina Polished Living invites you to a special holiday event featuring the perfect pairing of modern elegance and Old Town charm on Friday, December 19 from 12-3 PM. Discover the stunning jewelry of Anabel Aram and meet author Anne Metcalf as we celebrate the launch of her new book, Old Town at Home. 

Shopping for the men in your life can feel impossible, so we pulled together a guide that actually makes it easy. Whether he’s into style, gadgets, travel or the little luxuries he’d never buy for himself, this list has something that’ll make him light up. From practical upgrades to splurge-worthy treats, consider this your go-to cheat sheet for gifts he’ll actually use, appreciate and maybe even brag about later.

When you’re confronted with the weight of major life and business changes, you’re invited into a profound moment of self-reflection—a chance to look inward and ask how you arrived here, and more importantly, where you feel called to go next. Not to judge yourself, but to inspire yourself to choose differently, to step into growth with open eyes and an open heart.

Tis the season to shower the people you love with, well, love. And gifts. In this hurried season it can be difficult to wrap your head around what to give someone. Even for me, someone who’s made a living on gift giving. I wanted to share some quick advice that I hope will make things easier for you.

Tibi has a way of turning a single pair of joggers into a full-blown love affair—and our team knows it well. With our Tibi Trunk Show around the corner, Brenda and Kristen slipped into a few standout pieces arriving just for the event. Join us December 11–12 to meet the Tibi team and explore the resort collection.

Last week a client stopped by asking if I had anything available for $500 or less. I told her I didn’t—until she pointed to that forgotten stack and asked if she could look through it. That’s when I realized I actually do. She ended up buying two pieces. If you’ve been waiting for the right moment to collect one of my studies, this is it.

For women in perimenopause and menopause and post menopause, the stories are the same, and they’re heartbreaking. I applaud those women who have courageously come to me to express their intimacy concerns. It’s time we talk about just how important these issues are to our midlife health and wellness.

Today, I’m handing the microphone to the team. These are the gifts they love to give and the pieces they’re using in their own homes. I hope their picks spark an idea, solve a list, or simply make you smile.

From the equine obsessed to the arm stacker, Mystique’s unique jewelry collections offer something for a variety of tastes and styles. Here’s our gift guide for the jewelry lover.

We are rounding out 2025 with our biggest event of the year: the Tibi Trunk Show. Not only is it a trunk show where they send us pieces we will only have for the event, but we are lucky enough to have Keturah, the Director of Client Education, and Christine, the Director of Sales, join us for two days at The Hive.

This holiday season, skip the generic gifts and discover something truly special right here in Alexandria. From toys for the little ones to unique home décor and locally curated treasures, our city is full of gifts that feel personal and thoughtful.

We’re endlessly inspired by the women in our lives. They are busy, brilliant, generous, and juggling more than most will ever know. Whether she needs rest, rejuvenation, or a little everyday luxury, these gifts deliver something she’ll truly love, and absolutely never re-gift.

Celebrate the season right here in our own backyard! From vintage treasures to handcrafted pastries, world-class art, and the friendliest neighborhood shops around, Hollin Hall has everything you need to make the holidays meaningful—and delightfully local. Meet the people and places that make this community shine.

Everyone knows that if I had to pick one brand to wear for the rest of my life, it would be Tibi, so I’m so happy that our customers have embraced and love it as much as I do. Some came on board earlier than others, but once you buy your first piece, you’ll be hooked. I promise.

At Helen Olivia Flowers, we believe gifting should feel just as enchanting. Whether you’re visiting loved ones, hosting a gathering, or sprinkling a little joy into someone’s season, we’ve curated our most luxurious and festive offerings to ensure your holiday giving is effortless and unforgettable.