“Coming from Old Town Alexandria, I wanted to open my first restaurant here. Restaurant Eve was born, named for my daughter. I didn’t want it to fail so I named it after her. We were very fortunate, we received four out of four stars from The Washington Post…served two sitting presidents. After Eve, I opened 14 restaurants…”

Find someone who your friends speak highly of, where you feel heard and well taken care of, and appreciate the clinician’s honest opinion and recommendations.

Hair texture can change due to various factors, including age, hormonal shifts, pregnancy, medication and lifestyle changes. Women in their 30s, 40s, and 50s might notice differences in curl pattern, frizz, and even thickness. Understanding these changes is the first step toward embracing your natural texture.

This year is going to be a big one because, well, it’s our last one. After the Sidewalk Sale in August, we’ll be merging the Shoe Hive (on Fairfax Street) into the Hive’s location at 315 Cameron Street - and won’t have the awesome courtyard. This sale is a little bittersweet for me, and the deals are going to be major!

The heat index keeps on rising, and with it nearing 100 degrees this week, we can’t help fantasizing about an escape to the beach, cool water and summer breezes. Here’s a comprehensive guide to beaches up and down the East Coast with estimated travel time, and recommended places to stay and where to eat.

When our kids were born my husband waxed poetic about family road trips. He longed for the nostalgia of it (clearly, he doesn’t remember pain). On our first road trip with a small child, it didn’t take long for reality to set in. Traveling with kids is hard. For everyone.

I get that right now everyone is all about setting boundaries and saying “No.”  But for some of us, life needs to be about saying YES. I am newly divorced, and I want to be open to new life experiences right now.

Inspired by the beautiful, warm days and daydreams of vacation life, I've curated a vacation home mood board influenced by the best vacations, with a touch of bohemian design and coastal/lake living. Someday, we'll find just the right place to bring this scheme to life.

Let’s celebrate July with a bang — and I’m not talking about fireworks! Mystique Jewelers is happy to share the best diamond sale on diamond engagement rings.

There’s no better place to share how to shop like a pro than in our beloved town of Alexandria, so I thought I’d kick off a little series in which I give you very specific ways to shop at each of our local boutiques. Let’s begin with The Hive…

The entire collection with its bright colors and ease makes me smile. My favorite is the Best Friend Necklace. If you are looking to add some happiness into your summer wardrobe this is the easiest way to do it.

Summer in Alexandria can be scorching. Here’s a comprehensive guide to pool memberships in Alexandria, ensuring you find the perfect spot to relax and enjoy the summer sun.

We have all heard the African proverb, “It takes a village to raise a child.” Pippin Toy Co. wants to be part of your village. To do that this summer we have partnered with OWLS Therapy, a local speech and language therapy practice, to bring you a series of intimate workshops.

While the temps are in the 90s, we are happily making plans for our Showroom & Warehouse Sale in the fall. It will include new and vintage furniture pieces, art, lamps and accessories. Here’s a preview:

Before workshops were ever trendy, and way before Eventbrite was a thing, Marianne was teaching floral design. She built a cult following in Old Town, and each week a devoted group of ladies would clammer for a space in her class. Fast forward to today, workshops are still sacred to our team.

When we last met, I had signed a lease and was ready to get busy building. We had about a decade of experience with toys, but with what did we want to fill our store? The first decision we made was an easy one. No licensed merchandise.

I like the clean lines, the simple shape and fabrics that look better as they age. Parker Thatch checks all these boxes. I also like their sizes. The larger bags fit my laptop and lots of papers, and the slings and smaller bags are perfect for travel.

While we commonly see celebs sharing what’s in their purse – we prefer to know what’s in the bag you’re toting to the pool and beach, because we inevitably always forget something! So we asked our contributors to share what’s stowed in theirs.

In 2013, Deirdre Roffani was in Spain and saw all the women riding around on their Vespas in bikinis with shirts over them and was inspired to start her own brand. She wanted to bring that casual summer vibe to the States.

Don't let hot flashes steal your sunshine! By packing some smart essentials in your beach bag, you can transform a potentially uncomfortable outing into a day of pure relaxation.