After hosting hundreds of celebrations across the city, I know what truly makes a corporate party a success: warmth, efficiency and a touch of effortless style. This year, let’s rethink the calendar and the clock.

This Thanksgiving, consider starting a conversation that matters. Learn why the holiday table may be the perfect moment to talk with your parents about wills, medical directives, and the documents that protect your family when it counts most.

It is hard to believe that this is the 15th year we have done Plaid Friday. I will always know exactly when we started because the year prior, 2009, Danielle of fibre space called me and asked me to participate, along with a handful of other stores. That was the last time I traveled out of town for Thanksgiving.

This holiday season, we once again asked Lauren Bishop to sponsor Plaid Friday—the small business community's answer to competing with the big-box stores on Black Friday. Check out her guide to make the most of your Plaid Friday!

We all remember the era when red wine was touted as the shortcut to better health and longer life. Turns out, much of that buzz stemmed from studies in yeast and mice—not humans—and the latest research is setting the record straight. Here’s what you really need to know now.

Eliana Curated just dropped their 2025 Holiday Gift Guide, and it’s already sending local shoppers into a frenzy. From vintage designer treasures to waterproof everyday essentials and luxurious gold pieces, this guide is basically a cheat sheet for winning holiday gifting.

We tapped two of our local wellness experts, Sara Acheson of Athena Wellness and Jennifer Szymanski of Vitality-Led Health, to share their perspectives on proactive, whole-body care — from supporting patients through cancer treatment to healing chronic skin conditions from within.

Red Barn Mercantile, Penny Post, and Pippin Toy Co. are excited to bring new offerings this holiday season. From updated hours to private shopping parties and sensory hours, there’s no shortage of opportunities to get the perfect holiday haul.

I am sure you can imagine that your local wool shop gets a bit giddy when sweater weather finally arrives. This season, we love seeing “high pile” textures in knits at our local boutiques and on runways – lots of fuzz, floof, fringe and fur! Oversized fuzzy and furry garments were all over runways for fall and winter, and Mohair in particular is having its moment again.

It used to be that sets were reserved for more casual looks—and of course, there are still great casual sets (I live in them). But these days, there are so many great dressy options, especially skirt-and-top combinations. There really are so many great sets at all price points, and for every occasion.

The holidays are fast approaching, and a little planning now can make all the difference later. Here are the tried-and-true tips we swear by to make your season a breeze!

Who else can’t believe we’re almost at the end of 2025?! November is the unofficial kickoff for year-end prep here at Moneta Accounting Solutions, and one of the things we’re turning our focus to is 1099s!

At deZEN, we believe hair tells a story long before we say a word. For many, thinning hair is one of the most tender chapters. It can surface quietly, shift slowly, and feel deeply personal. But it is also something that can be understood, supported, and softened with the right care.

There’s something magical about seeing a vision come to life and capturing it in a way that tells the full story. Last week, we had the joy of photographing our Woodland Terrace project, and it was a day that reminded us why we love what we do.

Every parent wants their child to succeed. But as the pressure mounts—for full schedules, packed curricula, polished transcripts, and strong test scores—many families are beginning to pause and ask a quieter, more important question this admissions season: What makes a school truly good?

This year is proving that once again the “transition” season deliveries are the best deliveries. The Ulla Johnson delivery we just unpacked is a perfect example. Every piece can be worn right now, but can also take you into spring and even summer.

As Margaret O’Meara Douglas transitions into full-time sales, she’s opening up her playbook. Today’s Real Estate Terms 101 dives into the Home Sale Contingency—a powerful tool she’s recently used to guide buyers through selling and purchasing with confidence.

 Meet Stephanie Bibighaus, the new Executive Director at The Alexandria Police Foundation — and a woman who’s turned personal loss into purpose. From her Pentagon days to championing K-9 heroes, Stephanie reminds us that style, service, and heart often go hand in hand. 

Lots of things have changed about our stores since we first opened, but one thing that stands out is how much I’ve learned as a buyer. Over 22 years, I’d like to think I’ve gotten better at understanding what our customers love most.

Poker is a game that’s been around for centuries and continues to be one of the world’s most popular pastimes. It has become a passion for millions as it is a game that requires skill, strategy and a little luck. However, if players want to take their skills to the next level, nothing compares to the environment of a live poker room.