Lifestyle, Style Rainbow Kirby Lifestyle, Style Rainbow Kirby

Street Style: Meet Katie Nguyen Wells

“As I get older, I want to know more and learn more,” says Katie Nguyen Wells. “I didn’t appreciate my culture as much when I was younger.” She left Vietnam as a toddler with her mother and brother, spending over a year in a refugee camp before resettling in Virginia with the help of her uncles.

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Style Elizabeth Mandros Style Elizabeth Mandros

Celebrate Mom with Mother of Pearl & Permanent Jewelry Magic

Mother’s Day is just around the corner, and what better way to celebrate the amazing women in your life than with a timeless gift that sparkles? At Mystique Jewelers, we’ve curated a stunning selection of mother of pearl jewelry that’s as elegant and unique as she is. Whether you’re shopping for mom, grandma, or a mother figure who means the world to you, we’ve got something truly special waiting.

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Lifestyle Rainbow Kirby Lifestyle Rainbow Kirby

Hello, May! Let the Summer Countdown Begin at MGM National Harbor

I got a sneak peek at the refreshed Diablo’s Cantina—and let’s just say, this spot knows how to throw a fiesta! Picture this: salsa dance lessons, a live band setting the vibe, mouthwatering Mexican bites, and cocktails that looked almost too pretty to drink. The venue itself is a total vibe—spacious, beautifully designed, and with outdoor seating that makes everything better. There’s just something about sipping a cocktail in the fresh air while grooving to music that makes you feel like you’ve escaped to a tropical getaway.

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Style Elizabeth Todd Style Elizabeth Todd

Ann Mashburn + Lizzie Fortunato: Styled By The Hive

It’s time for our one and only weekend where we have not just one trunk show, but two! Ann Mashburn and Lizzie Fortunato really are a perfect pairing–especially when it comes to spring dressing. When it’s event season and summer travel time, these two brands can get you through either, looking stylish and comfortable.

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Home & Design Britt Patterson Home & Design Britt Patterson

Creekside Living in Stratford Landing

Find your oasis and step into your waterside retreat at 2305 Creek Drive. This 5-bedroom, 3.5-bath Dutch Colonial in Alexandria's Stratford Landing is ideally sited off the Potomac’s Little Hunting Creek, offering nearly half an acre of beautifully landscaped grounds and peaceful creekside views.

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Home & Design Lisa Soboleski Home & Design Lisa Soboleski

Mother’s Day is Sneaking Up!

Mother’s Day is sneaking up! If you’re lucky enough to have your mom around this Mother’s Day, make a plan to spoil her rotten. Give her a break, a cuddle, a good meal, and something beautiful that lets them know how grateful you are. We’ve rounded up a few of our favorite mom-pleasers from Red Barn Mercantile and Penny Post that the moms in your life will love.

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Lifestyle Meshelle Armstrong Lifestyle Meshelle Armstrong

Keep Your Head Held High 

Alright, buckle up buttercups, because we're about to sprinkle some sparkle on the serious subject of staying fabulous when surrounded by folks who are, shall we say, less than dazzling. Think of it as your personal guide to looking like a million bucks even when the shade is being thrown your way!  

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Wellness Adrien Cotton Wellness Adrien Cotton

What Women Over 40 Need to Know About the Protein Craze

When concierge members and I discuss how much protein women need, the first words that come to mind are “muscle,” “burn fat,” and “build.” To this, I respond with: “yes, yes, and yes!” Yet, there is SO MUCH MORE when it comes to proper protein intake. Most women don’t realize that protein not only helps us build and maintain muscle, but it is also vital to maintaining the integrity of your tissues and organs. Here are a few benefits to adequate protein intake that women love.

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Home & Design Joanna Szczerban Home & Design Joanna Szczerban

Surviving Maycember: Boxwood’s Guide to a Calmer Month

“Maycember.” You may have seen this word begin to pop up again on social channels. It describes the madness of the month of May, compared to the month of December – but without the presents, holiday lights and sparkle. May is host to Mother’s Day, end of year school events, field trips, graduations, recitals, sports tournaments, school plays, summer prep, Memorial Day. Need I go on?

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Style, Events Elizabeth Todd Style, Events Elizabeth Todd

Meet the Magical Fortunato Sisters at The Hive

I have been doing retail for 21 years now, and there is no better brand or people in the business. The way the Fortunato sisters treat me and our customers is remarkable. They are generous with their time and they stand behind their product. They have shipped us so many beautiful pieces just for our Trunk Show event. Please come by and say hello and check out their Spring 2025 collection. 

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Lifestyle, Style Rainbow Kirby Lifestyle, Style Rainbow Kirby

Street Style: Meet Jessica Buchanan

“I didn’t want to only be known as ‘the girl who had been kidnapped.’ I went back to teaching in a traditional classroom until the pandemic hit. And that’s when people started asking me to speak virtually because they needed someone to bolster their teams and employees. I thought ‘I can do this again.’”

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Style, Events Elizabeth Todd Style, Events Elizabeth Todd

Made to Order Shirting from Ann Mashburn at The Hive

One of the great parts of our Ann Mashburn Trunk Show event is the Made to Order shirting. Made to Order is not Made to Measure. When you do Made to Measure, which is common in the men’s clothing world, they take all your measurements to make a custom shirt. Made to Order is a little different. The Ann Mashburn team has sent samples of four different styles of shirts and two different dresses in all the sizing available. You try one of these models on and after you order, it’s made.

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Beauty Maria Elizabeth Beauty Maria Elizabeth

The Secret to Fuller, Natural-Looking Hair: Why We Love Invisible Bead Extensions

At Salon deZEN, we’re passionate about helping our clients feel their most confident, radiant, and true-to-themselves — and when it comes to hair extensions, not all methods are created equal. That’s why we are proud to specialize in Invisible Bead Extensions — a revolutionary technique that’s completely changed the game for those seeking fuller, longer, or more voluminous hair.

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Style Elizabeth Todd Style Elizabeth Todd

Join The Hive for Two Trunk Shows: Ann Mashburn and Lizzie Fortunato, May 8-11

I know I always say this is the biggest event of the year, but this time it might be. I can say this with confidence because we aren’t hosting just one trunk show, we are hosting two trunk shows. We also rarely have the actual designer walk through our doors but at this event, we’ll have the fabulous designer duo: the Fortunato sisters in town, and Stephanie, our Ann Mashburn rep, too!

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Lifestyle, Home & Design Britt Patterson Lifestyle, Home & Design Britt Patterson

From Waterfront Retreats to Urban Gems: Alexandria’s Newest Homes on The Market

This week’s new listings showcase the best of Alexandria living — from a waterfront retreat with a private dock to an updated single-level home just minutes from Old Town. Whether you're dreaming of a luxurious, resort-style escape, a private woodland haven, or a turnkey property with unbeatable convenience, these homes offer something special for every lifestyle.

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Home & Design, Lifestyle Nikki Seaman, SLP Home & Design, Lifestyle Nikki Seaman, SLP

The Purpose of Play: Insight from a Local Speech-Language Pathologist

At the end of a long day, parents just want time to take a deep breath. Then comes that ever so innocent, yet loaded question, “Mommy, can you play with me?” I am here to tell you that something as simple as playing catch or building a tower can help your child expand their vocabulary and develop essential social and cognitive skills.

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Lifestyle Lauren O’Brien, CFP®, RICP®, CPA Lifestyle Lauren O’Brien, CFP®, RICP®, CPA

The Triple Crown: From Horse Racing Glory to Investing Strategy

The first Saturday in May? Pure legend in Louisville, Kentucky. With a week of events, parties, and plenty of seersucker, the Kentucky Derby draws out anyone with a flair for fascinators and a taste for mint juleps. The Kentucky Derby kicks off the three-race gauntlet of securing the elusive title – the Triple Crown. Lucky for you, there’s also a Triple Crown in investing—and this one’s actually within reach.


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