Laura is styled by The Hive and The Shoe Hive. 

 :Sarah Marcella Creative

ABOUT YOU

How do you spend your time? I stay busy with my three children, ages five and under, homeschooling and running my health coaching business. I spend as much time outside as possible and love yoga and other fitness classes, especially at Mind the Mat!Neighborhood: BrookvilleHow long have you lived in Alexandria: Since 2001!What is your hometown? I consider Alexandria to be my hometown since I moved here so young and have never left!What brought you to Alexandria? My dad’s job at Ft. Myer brought us here many years ago.What would surprise people about you? I became vegetarian at age five despite not knowing anyone else who didn’t eat meat. I never looked back, and I now eat vegan.You’re a superhero: what’s your superpower? I would love to be able to teleport. I hate flying and long car rides. I can imagine that I could accomplish a lot without travel time. I would travel to all corners of the world to ensure everyone had food. Favorite cocktail: On the rare occasion, I drink, I’ll do something with tequila or a sangria.Last book read or movie seen: Book: Mindful Eating by Jan Chozen Bays, MDGuilty Pleasure: Dark chocolatePhrase you overuse: Progress over perfection!Facebook or Instagram? InstagramLatest binge-watch: Down to EarthBucket list travel destination: Nosara, Costa RicaIf you only could have one for the rest of your life: wine or coffee? I don’t actually drink either! Herbal tea for me.  

FASHION

Define your style in three words or less: Neutrals, easy, AnthropologieThe go-to piece in your wardrobe: Mid-length wrap dressFavorite trend ever: Flare jeansFavorite current trend: Curtain bangsBeauty product you can’t live without: MascaraFavorite fragrance: Rain by Clean ReserveHeels or flats? Flats 

HOME

Favorite room in your home: I converted an extra bedroom to an in-home studio where I do yoga, Pilates, barre, and other at-home work outs.Antiques, modern, or a mix? I suppose a mix, but I love mid-century style.Last item bought for your home: Macrame plant hangers. We have plants everywhere!Next planned purchase: Fresh paint for the wallsFavorite way to entertain: Excellent food (which my husband makes most of), good music, most of the action outside, and most importantly, wonderful guests!Clutter-free or well-lived in? I dream of clutter-free. We’re pretty minimalistic, but we have three little kids, so the stuff we have doesn’t stay where it belongs.Wallpaper -- yes, totally modern or no, so dated: Love it! 

FITNESS

Your go-to work-out: Classes at Mind the Mat Yoga and Pilates! I like a wide variety of body movements, and I can find it all there: gentle flow, power flow, pre/postnatal, Pilates, barre, stretching classes, etc. Anything I’m craving, I can find it there with an incredible, qualified teacher.Most fun way to exercise: The louder the music, the better!Group exercise or solo: I do both equally, but I love a group class!Fitness goal: Equal physical and mental strength— I strive for balance. Also, just as much flexibility as strength.Haven’t yet, but might be willing to try with coaching/encouragement: A handstand for more than one second! Taking an inversions workshop at Mind the Mat was extremely fun and helpful for me to learn some balance poses like a headstand. Now I’m eager to take another to progress.Proudest fitness achievement: A super brief handstand 

ALEXANDRIA

Favorite spot in Alexandria: The Loop Coworking officeLast purchase in Alexandria: Bread from Mason and GreensBest coffee / happy hour/date night spot: Date spot, on the water in the family boatFavorite charity: Casa Chirilagua— I volunteered for them for years and love their mission! Favorite annual Alexandria event: Does restaurant week count? :)