Chardonnay is one of the most widely planted and maligned white varietals on the planet. It stems from a cross between Pinot Noir and Gouais Blanc, and the name comes from the hamlet of Chardonnay in the Mâconnais region of France. France and other regions in Europe traditionally name their wines for the region they come from, not the exact grape or varietal.

It started with a simple question: What is that game? At the Waynewood pool, Aaricka Oliver and Jenn Morthole kept getting stopped by curious neighbors peering over their table. That curiosity turned into lessons, the lessons turned into a business, and Mount Vernon Mahjong was born.

I know everyone is sick of hearing about sets, but there isn’t a season that goes by when we don’t have a ton of different options. This summer is no different. There are sets for all occasions, and we keep getting more in every week. The set trend also isn’t going anywhere. I just got back from Resort Market, and it was, once again, all about sets. Read more about that later in Alexandria Stylebook.

The little-known condition called sarcopenia may be one of the biggest threats to healthy aging. Fortunately, it is also one of the most preventable. Sarcopenia is the age-related loss of muscle mass, strength, and function. While it may be common, it doesn't have to define the second half of your life.

One of the things I love most about Patina is helping people discover pieces they didn't even know they were looking for. Sometimes it's the perfect lamp, an antique table, or a candle that reminds them of a favorite vacation. Kim and I spend time selecting the pieces for our store, and each one is chosen intentionally.

Steeped in history yet thoughtfully reimagined for modern living, this exceptional detached residence, originally built in the 1880s, seamlessly blends timeless architecture with sophisticated luxury. Following an extensive renovation and expansion completed between 2022 and 2025, every detail has been meticulously curated to honor the home's historic character while introducing today's finest finishes and amenities.

The dog days of summer are the perfect time to hang out on a screened porch. But in Alexandria, Virginia, so are April and October, so Convene Architecture designed this screened porch to act more like a three-season family room!

Dressing in the summer can be a real pain, especially if you are not a sundress girl—which I am not. I really wish it wasn’t the case, but it is. Of course, I wear a ton of Tibi, but sometimes I just need really casual options. I think a lot of our clients do as well.

Somewhere in the last two years, “trad girlfriend” became an aesthetic — the linen aprons, the sourdough, the soft-spoken devotion to running someone else’s household before there’s a ring involved. As a family law attorney, I keep meeting women on the other side of this arrangement — some who chose it deliberately, some who just slowly stopped working and never quite noticed the ground shift under them. The law has the same answer for both. It doesn’t care whether you posted about it: you have no rights.

Even though we just unpacked our final shipment of Tibi Summer, we also just unpacked our first delivery of Tibi fall. This is the first of three fall deliveries and it always starts with what Tibi calls the fundamentals–pieces that you know work, help you feel like yourself, but also help you wear more creative pieces because they make the rest of your outfit feel grounded. Tibi would call these the WOFs or the Without Fails, and as a Tibi loyalist, I couldn’t agree more.

Some trends come and go. Others have a way of making a space feel timeless. One of our favorite design elements right now is the return of the table lamp. There's something undeniably inviting about the soft glow of a lamp nestled among flowers, linens, and fine china. It instantly makes a tablescape feel layered and intentional, adding depth in a way that overhead lighting simply can't.

It’s hard to believe the Fourth of July holiday is past and we are headed for yet another summer sale markdown. I always feel like July 4th is really the true start of summer. We still have tons of great warm-weather items on sale, and the prices keep getting better. All sale clothing is now marked at 50 percent off, both in-store and online. Shoes and handbags are 60 percent off as well.

As I walk downhill along a familiar winding path through the woods toward the water's edge, the canopy slowly opens, and the weight of the forest gives way to the enveloping blue of the night. It is a blue that defies description, a color beyond language, and one that has always been a tonic for my soul.

There's a piece of jewelry in almost everyone's collection that's been waiting a little too long for some attention — a loose stone, a clasp that's seen better days, a ring that no longer fits quite right. At Mystique Jewelers, we believe those pieces deserve to be worn, not tucked away in a drawer. That's why our Master Goldsmith is here in Old Town Alexandria, ready to bring your favorites back to life.

 If you’ve ever noticed your blonde becoming brassy, your brunette looking dull, or your vibrant color fading faster than expected, you’re not imagining it. Summer creates the perfect storm of UV rays, chlorine, saltwater, heat, humidity, hard water minerals, and frequent washing, all of which can strip away the richness and shine you left the salon with. The good news? With a few simple habits and the right products, you can keep your color looking vibrant all season long.

 Luxury real estate has always operated by a different set of rules. While headlines over the past year have focused on inflation, interest rates, political change, and global uncertainty, the world's premier property markets have continued to demonstrate remarkable resilience.

Jeff Erickson isn't entirely sure what a painting will become when he starts it. He spreads color across the canvas, builds up layers, then scrapes them away to expose vibrant reds and yellows that once disappeared beneath muted blues. The process isn't about control; it's about discovery.

For many people, the kitchen is the most popular room in the home and it can quickly become cluttered with appliances, tools and condiments. At Neat Method we love to keep countertops as clear as possible, so here are our tips to make that happen.

What is that line? “Necessity is the mother of invention.” Okay, so this post isn’t about an invention; this item existed, but not in the way I had wanted it to. I had actually been thinking about this or trying to find the right version for a decade. Well, over a decade - ever since I started wearing reading glasses when I turned 40.

Knowing Krista has made my daily life full of smiles and creativity! We immediately connected when we first met waiting outside of school for our little ones. So many wonderful common threads including being military spouses, artists and loving our community. This made for an instant new friendship that I am eternally grateful for!