Seyyah is more than a jewelry shop, it is a love letter—to craft, to community, and to the women who make beautiful things. For founder Ezgi Kaya, opening Seyyah is the realization of a dream that began nearly a decade ago in her mother’s home in Turkey, with a single beaded necklace and a sense that something special was taking shape.

When I was asked to design an intimate tablescape for a “friendor’s” 45th birthday, I was so honored. She shared a lookbook to get things started, and from there we ran with a vision that blended natural elements with a slightly exotic edge.

It's hard to believe we're celebrating 35 years of Mystique Jewelers, but I am still just as excited as I was on day one. From trunk shows and buying events to little ways of saying thank you to the customers who have made all of this possible, May at Mystique is shaping up to be something truly special, and I'd love for you to be a part of it.

Every spring, I pick up my camera and head to a place that has shaped my family in more ways than I can count: Aldersgate Day School nestled in Fort Hunt, where my boys spent some of their earliest, happiest years. This year marks our Sixth Annual Aldersgate Portrait Project and years of capturing genuine, full-hearted smiles from the kids in our community, and giving back to the school that gave so much to mine.

The espresso martini is everywhere right now. At The Parlour, we have our own version that I’d put up against anyone’s: shaken hard, served in a little English teacup, crowned with a dusting of gold flake. It’s the kind of drink that makes you feel like you’re the main character. Because, darling, you are.

Now that spring is here to stay, it's the perfect time to reset your mudroom.  This will help routines run more smoothly and help get your family out the door quickly and easily every morning!

One thing I can tell you after many trips around Asia is how to Asian Spa. I just got back from Thailand, Cambodia and Vietnam, and oh my gosh the spas! Now, there are some nuanced differences from an onsen in Japan, a spa in Thailand and those here in Northern Virginia, but here is a ritual guide of steps you can use for your visits at home or abroad that has you covered!

Thirty-five years ago, I opened the doors of Mystique Jewelers right here in Old Town Alexandria with a simple mission: to be part of life's most cherished moments. Since that day, I have had the incredible honor of being a part of your proposals, anniversaries, and most cherished family milestones. To celebrate, we’ve made May one of our most exciting months yet.

For nearly four decades, Reunions has been a light-filled gift shop tucked in the heart of Alexandria where generations of shoppers have come to get gifts for all of life’s events. For new co-owners Molly Merbeth and Blaire Bartlett, it is also where they grew up, in different ways and at different times in their lives, but where they mutually found a home.

You might not think of wine or the wine industry when you think of Earth Day, but the wine industry is one steeped in protecting the planet and the environment. In fact, most of the wineries I represent in my shop are focused on this ethos. Choosing wines made with environmental stewardship in mind is one of the most delicious ways to celebrate Earth Day, and at Wine Gallery 108, we wouldn’t have it any other way.

Every year around this time, I find myself returning to a quiet tradition: painting flowers for my mother. I can’t say exactly when it began. It likely grew out of those early handmade gifts we all remember, macaroni necklaces, construction paper cards, and small tokens of affection made with more sincerity than skill. Over time, those simple gestures evolved into something more lasting.

Artificial intelligence aims to please, and I understand the temptation to use it in place of your lawyer, given the expense of legal advice. However, it may be hurting you more than helping you. Here is a guide on when and how to effectively use AI in your divorce matter.

Set along the charming, sidewalk-lined streets of Rosemont, is a beautifully expanded brick colonial offering 4 bedrooms, 3.5 baths, and 3,314 finished square feet across four levels seamlessly blending timeless architecture with thoughtful modern updates and exceptional indoor-outdoor living.

Madisen Reid Beider doesn't wait for the right moment — she creates it. She has built a career out of knowing what people need before they know it themselves, and her latest venture is no different. As the founder of Alexandria Moms Passport, Madisen is redefining what it means to explore motherhood in Alexandria and has created a platform that feels less like a follow and more like a friendship.

Tax law changes tend to fall into one of two categories: the kind that make headlines — and the kind that quietly change your financial life without you realizing it. Right now, we’re in a moment that’s a bit of both. Here’s what’s worth paying attention to.

Gizem Şalcıgil White has always believed that coffee is more than a drink—it's a doorway. A doorway into culture, into conversation, into the kind of human connection that the modern world too often rushes past. Inside Turkish Coffee Lady, that belief comes to life in every detail, and it's exactly what she set out to build—one cup of coffee at a time.

Spring has officially arrived in Alexandria, and Helen Olivia Flowers is leaning into the season with an Easter collection that feels light, pretty, and just the right amount of fun—especially for homes with kids.

Meet Mia Lov. Best known in Alexandria as the creative force behind some of the city’s most beloved restaurants, Mia also lives in a world few people ever see up close: competitive dog showing.

A 15 minute reset on Friday afternoon can help your home feel less crazy so you can unwind in peace without noticing little messes everywhere. No one wants to walk into a messy kitchen on Saturday morning and immediately feel like you're playing catch up. Check out our tips to set your weekend up for success.

In an industry that constantly reinvents itself, Debbie Bates-Schrott’s legacy isn’t just the agencies she built or the campaigns she led. It’s the relationships she nurtured, the risks she took that paid off, and the confidence that even when someone tells you it won’t work – you can prove them wrong. And Debbie has done just that.