Alexandria Lifestyle

“Elemental” Opening Reception

jessica — Wed, 22 Feb 2012 12:02:21 +0000

Local artist, Georgia Nassikas is having a solo exhibition of her work, entitled “Elemental” during the month of March. Her paintings are beautiful and you should definitely stop by if you hav ea chance. Opening Reception & Meet The Artist: March 8, 6:30 – 8:30 pm Using beeswax from [...]

Restoration Hardware-20% off for Alexandrians

jessica — Fri, 17 Feb 2012 12:00:57 +0000

20% off for Alexandria Residents at Restoration Hardware Restoration Hardware in Alexandria is closed. The closing coincided with my realization that I hate my bedroom and need to redo everything. I ordered a matlasse and pillow shams online. They were the wrong color. I had to drive out to Tyson’s today to exchange them today. [...]

New Dress Boutique in Old Town

jessica — Thu, 16 Feb 2012 12:00:41 +0000

If you are looking for a dress or gown for a formal occasion you should check out Deja Vu. After years of success in their Mt. Airy location they opened a new Old Town boutique a couple of weeks ago. I stopped by when they were just putting the finishing touches on the space. There [...]

Chocolate and Wine Paring Class

jessica — Mon, 13 Feb 2012 13:00:17 +0000

I love this idea. I often find myself having a piece of chocolate for desert while I am still drinking a glass of wine having put no thought into how a particular piece of chocolate would taste with whatever wine I’m drinking. I recently met with Eric Nelson, the owner of Artfully Gifts & Chocolate, [...]

The CAC Has Gone Mad

Kathryn — Wed, 08 Feb 2012 13:00:25 +0000

It’s February and it feels like we’re still in the thick of winter. But the reality is that Spring is just around the corner. Although March doesn’t officially recognize Spring until the 21st, I celebrate its arrival on the first of the month. And I can’t think of a better way to celebrate than a [...]

The Birthday Party Scene

Torey Vanek — Mon, 06 Feb 2012 12:00:08 +0000

Our daughter is turning three in March so we recently started brainstorming about what to do for her birthday. We immediately crossed off having something at our house because of space constraints. We knew we would have 12-15 kids plus parents so all of a sudden it is 30-40 people for the event. Last year, [...]

My New House

jessica — Fri, 03 Feb 2012 18:00:39 +0000

I’ve decided to live on the water and I thought I’d share some photos of my new home………….. Only in my dreams! But for $4,550,000 this Yacht Haven property could be your next home You could do some serious entertaining in this house. This property is listed by Long and Foster [...]

The Majestic – Review

Ronya Misleh — Fri, 03 Feb 2012 13:04:15 +0000

We were that table. You know, the group having such a good time that they forget their inside voices.. The table behind us may have switched seats. Whatever. It was only because we were having such a great time. And it’s important to note that not one member of the staff asked us [...]

Shopping Local in Del Ray

jessica — Thu, 02 Feb 2012 13:11:35 +0000

I spend a lot of time in Del Ray. Not only is it convenient with plenty of parking but there are a variety of local independent businesses. Here are some of my favorites……. Boutiques Bellies & Babies – The go -to place for consigning your children’s outgrown clothing and finding new bargains Kiskadee – [...]

New Barre Class at Studio Logic

jessica — Wed, 01 Feb 2012 14:43:41 +0000

Barre Body Classes at Studio Body Logic Two locations: Del Ray and Ballston Visit Studio Logic for class times and online registration Questions? Call 703.527.9626