The 21st Annual Alexandria Boutique Warehouse Sale is right around the corner. This is one of the biggest sales of the year and an incredible opportunity to shop amazing brands and local boutiques at unbeatable prices. Whether you’re a seasoned warehouse sale shopper or a first timer, these are my tips to make this shopping experience a success for both your closet and your wallet.

This holiday season feels extra special for me – it’s our very first holiday season in business at ERA, and I’m absolutely buzzing with gratitude and excitement! As we count down the days to New Year’s Eve, it’s time to focus on you. This is the time to pick out an outfit that not only shows off your style, but also radiates all the excitement, confidence, and fresh energy you’re bringing into the new year.

There’s always that one individual that makes you sweat come holiday shopping time – because they have absolutely EVERYTHING. They’re on top of trends and have the “it” gadget before it's available to anyone else on planet Earth, they also have a vintage collection that museums would fight over and they’re non-expressive and unimpressed (though polite), whenever it’s time to open your present. But…maybe they don’t have one of these:

Why does he always say he doesn’t need anything, and then looks sad when all the gifts under the tree are for the kids – and you! Surprise him this year with something unique and something he needs, not socks or a sweater, because you know your mother-in-law has that covered. Here’s a guide from our local experts:

We are incredibly grateful for the women in our lives – and appreciate every minute we get to spend with them while they are already juggling so many things! Giving them an unexpected, thoughtful present is just one way to share our love this holiday season.

We have always wanted to get in on the fun Historic Alexandria Homes Tour, presented by The Twig, and thank people for coming to our town for the day. We collaborated with some of the stores on a Snip and Shop. Build a “Boutique Bouquet” by starting at Enchanted Florist to pick-up floral paper and a sticker then continue on to the seven other participating stores.