Everyone is an athlete. Whether you're preparing for a global tour like Taylor Swift or simply aiming to stay active, dedication to physical fitness is paramount. Taylor is 34 going on 35, and as she navigates her career, she’s also setting an excellent example for those approaching perimenopause.

Emily always circles back to wanting to make people feel safe. Safe talking about taboo topics, safe finding products they need, and safe in sharing uncomfortable symptoms they may be too embarrassed to share with their partner or friends. That’s what’s so amazing about her – a woman passionate about making taboo topics not taboo. 

This innovative tool is designed to help us pair clients with the service providers who are not only experts in the specific services they need but also share complementary personality traits and communication styles. By taking this quiz, clients can ensure their beauty experience is perfectly tailored to their preferences, making each visit enjoyable and memorable.

August is always a time of such transition when it comes to summer and style. Don’t get us wrong, we love fall, but can we slow it down a bit? We still have one more month left—of beaches, pools, and travel. Of light layers, breezy fabrics, swimsuits and cover ups and, if you’re like us, an assortment of sunglasses to choose from.

Let’s face it: nobody likes paying taxes. When I was growing up people would head to the beach in Delaware in the summer and hit up the outlets for back-to-school shopping. There were great deals and they didn’t have to pay sales tax. Well, I feel Alexandria is the Delaware shore this weekend.

This exquisite estate spans 5,712 total finished square feet, designed by renowned Architect Thomson & Cooke and constructed by Castlewood in 2016.

Every year we collect school supply donations for students. This year we wanted to try something different. Something that has a bit of a multiplying effect. Something that helps the teachers that help the students. Yep, this year we are raising school supplies for teachers!

When I asked our designers how Stylebook readers can keep their home current without breaking the bank, one of the first things they recommended was to refresh a space with a new coat of paint. Here are some of the paint trends and colors they are loving right now: 

This spring, we started concept design for the full basement and an upstairs office for the husband. Currently we’re nearing construction with Harry Braswell, Inc. to create some beautiful dark and moody spaces. We thought we would share how the home is evolving and the design process. 

With fifty states, six continents, and countless trips under my belt, here are my personal Top 5 Areas I like to specifically budget for, and sometimes allocate a bit more in order to get the most out of a trip.

The first two weekends in August are a great time to shop in Alexandria. They are two of my favorite events of the year! We kick off August with Tax Free Weekend, then the following weekend the entire city is basically on sale for Sidewalk Sale weekend.

Summer vacation is here for many, and the excitement of traveling is undeniable. It’s also crucial to keep our spines happy and healthy while on-the-go. Here are some tips to help you avoid travel-related issues like back pain and neck stiffness.

If you’re looking for a fun weekend about three hours from D.C, you’ve been to Deep Creek Lake and want a different adventure— check out Thomas and Davis, West Virginia.

“We’re surrounded by history, American history – not political history. In England, the local pub is part of your community, you walk in and you know people. I want that here. I love the walkability of Old Town, the character in the architecture. Sometimes I close my eyes and can almost hear the hooves clanking from horse-drawn carriages.”

The waiting, the rejection, the reward, it all taught her resilience. “We come to what we’re supposed to come to when we come to it. And you’re the best mother you can be with your child at the time when you’re a mother. We all have different circumstances.” 

The Courtyard Clearance continues and the deals keep getting better and better. This week all three stores will have new markdowns to $125 and $150. The tables will be out and the racks at The Hive will be full of huge savings on some of our biggest brands.

Creating a portrait is not just about the technical skill; it’s about encapsulating the essence of the subject. Maria is more than a muse—she is a source of inspiration, a beacon of creativity. The challenge lies in translating her vibrant spirit onto the canvas. A tall order.

Whether you dread the summer months and steamy discomfort (yep, that’s me), or you love the summer (because free vitamin D?), or you are indifferent and maybe just tolerate it as the gateway to autumn (the clear winner of Mid-Atlantic seasons) - something we can all look forward to is Planner Season! 

Delia shares this pearl, “You wouldn’t have wanted to choose what you went through, but what you went through is giving you the impetus to share and someone will resonate with some part of it.”

One client dreamed of a traditional home featuring a light-filled dining bay overlooking a spacious backyard oasis. The other imagined a mid-century modern addition with a cool kitchen. We gave both homes a new vibe while maintaining their original essence…