Street Style: Jen Atkins
Jen and I have been friends for years. She was my lawyer when I purchased Kiskadee, putting up with my constant questions and worry. Jen is an amazing contributor to Alexandria, volunteering her time for so many causes. She's one of the main reasons the Mount Vernon Community School's Big Flea fundraiser is so successful: she secured the storage for all of the goods from a local owner of a warehouse. When not teaching law classes at George Mason, she is the chair of Alexandria's Park and Recreation Commission and was instrumental in getting Warwick Village Pool remodeled and opened for this summer. She's a true Alexandria gem.
Jen is wearing a dress by Elie Tahari from Kiskadee | Photography by Sarah Marcella Creative
ABOUT YOU
How do you spend your time? Working, chairing the Park and Recreation Commission, volunteering for various community events like Art on the Avenue and the MV Big Flea, running the kids around town, having fun with my husband, drinking coffee with friends.Neighborhood: Del RayHow long have you lived in Alexandria: 22 yearsWhat is your hometown? New OrleansWhat brought you to Alexandria? An internship on Capitol HillWhat would surprise people about you? I love to do puzzles.You’re a superhero: what’s your superpower? The ability to fly (quickly, to all the things for which I am late).Favorite cocktail: SidecarLast book read or movie seen: Book, Russian Roulette; Movie, Deadpool 2Guilty Pleasure: Custard from The Dairy GodmotherPhrase you overuse: “Just a minute”Facebook or Instagram? FacebookLatest binge-watch: Man in the High Castle and The AmericansBucket list travel destination: So many! Lebanon, Australia, South Africa. I have a long list.If you only could have one for the rest of your life: wine or coffee? Wine 
FASHION
Define your style in three words or less: Whatever fits.The go-to piece in your wardrobe: Black wrap dressFavorite trend ever: 50s-style dressesFavorite current trend: Um, what are they?Beauty product you can’t live without: Does sunscreen count?Favorite fragrance: Don’t have one, but I love the smell of jasmine.Heels or flats? Heels. I’m short!
HOME
Favorite room in your home: The living room – so much light and it’s the center of action!Antiques, modern, or a mix? Mix, definitely (MV Big Flea-style!)Last item bought for your home: Tablecloths from a shop in MoroccoNext planned purchase: New HVAC (I know, so exciting.)Favorite way to entertain: Casual and spontaneous on the front porch: invite everyone we know over and put out a spread for all to enjoy.Clutter-free or well lived-in? Well lived-in, alwaysWallpaper -- yes, totally modern or no, so dated: Okay sometimes, especially the modern way: Casart Coverings! 
FITNESS
Your go-to work-out: Total Gym at homeMost fun way to exercise: Walking with my friends around Del Ray every morningGroup exercise or solo: A little of bothFitness goal: To stay healthyProudest fitness achievement: Remembering to work out at all
ALEXANDRIA
Favorite spot in Alexandria: Del Ray, naturally.Last purchase in Alexandria: Shoes at KiskadeeBest coffee / happy hour / date night spot: coffee: Stomping Ground / Front Porch / KaiZenFavorite charity: Such a hard question because we have so many great organizations in Alexandria! Casa Chirilagua, Space of Her Own, and Carpenter’s Shelter are a few of my favorites.Favorite annual Alexandria event: Art on the Avenue 
