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let's talk about glitter, okay?

Women-owned boutiques in the DMV worth knowing (part two)

D.C. women have so many options when it comes to retail, and many of the best shops are owned by local female entrepreneurs. To help those who are searching for new and unique fashions, who also want to support local women, we are profiling six female-owne

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What Washingtonians Wear: The most interesting looks we spotted in May 2018

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Women-owned boutiques in the DMV worth knowing (part one)

Women in Washington, D.C. have so many options when it comes to retail. Typically, the shopping destinations one thinks of in the area include Friendship Heights, CityCenterDC and the Fashion Centre at Pentagon City … but there are far more worth consideri

5 makeup artists predict Meghan Markle's Royal Wedding look

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The coolest hats we saw at Gold Cup

Is FabFitFun really worth all the hype?

Khloe Kardashian, Rachel Zoe, Amber Rose and basically anyone that was ever on the show the Bachelor/Bachelorette.  All these 'celebs' have one at least one thing in common: they all have endorsed FabFitFun.  You know, those subscription boxes full of good

The best and most extra outfits we saw at Gold Cup

Some were just impossible to ignore

Dogs take the catwalk at Fashion for Paws

Adoptable dogs got their time on the runway too!

These extreme cut-out jeans are causing a big stir online

Jeans can come in all colors and styles. High rise, skinny, mom jeans, boyfriend, straight leg, low rise, etc. The list could go on and on, but the most controversial style is that of the cut-out jean. Many say it is ridiculous to pay for someone else to c

Marymount University students slay the runway at their annual fashion showcase

We can't believe how talented they are

What Washingtonians Wear: The most interesting looks we saw in April

The best and worst dressed of the 2018 White House Correspondents' Dinner

We tried a facial claiming to be boot camp for your face

You can go to yoga, barre and spin all you want, but the hardest muscles to work out are probably the ones in your face. Fortunately, there’s a new facial on the market that claims to be boot camp for your face.The NUFace Facial Toning Treatment, which is

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With Earth Day just around the corner, if you’re looking to quite literally reduce your carbon footprint, you should know about these two companies that are thinking outside the shoebox with unique materials used to create groundbreaking footwear.Rothy’sAs

What D.C.'s fashion bloggers are wearing this spring

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Spring Fashion: Go BOLD or go home!

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We tried an anti-aging collagen drink for 30 days and here's what happened

Collagen seems to be the buzz word on every skincare and nutrition product these days, so when I heard that a popular drink from the UK was gaining traction in the US, I wanted to give it a try!Skinade is a peach and mangosteen flavored anti-aging collagen

11 swimsuits we are LOVING right now

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Best Dressed: The most intriguing fashion from the Cherry Blossom Pink Tie Party

Metro opens pop-up shop with branded clothing, bags and more

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23 looks we loved from the 2018 Academy Awards

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Watch as the stars arrive in style at the 2018 Academy Awards

What Washingtonians Wear: The New York Fashion Week edition

Bubbles meet baubles during our girl's night out with Kendra Scott

We had a blast hanging out with our fans.

Kyrgies are the perfect socially responsible gift for your woke friend

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It wasn't all parkas and scarves this month

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What Washingtonians Wear: 5 trends to keep wearing in 2018

From normcore to short necklaces, here's what to keep in your closet

What Washingtonians Wear: The best dressed of 2017

Can we finally put to bed the outdated logic that D.C. has no style?!

17 fashion & beauty trends from 2017

Here are 17 of 2017's top fashion & beauty trends!

9 outfits from local boutiques to rock this New Year's Eve

From sparkling dresses and sparkling wine, to popping bottles and popping colors, we are once again getting ready to sing, dance, drink and eat while watching that glittery ball drop in Times Square. 2018, we are so ready for you! But, the big question is.

Gift Guide: 16 stocking stuffers that are anything but boring

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Gift Guide: 24 adorable desk accessories to spruce up any cubicle

Have a co-worker who is obsessed with bedazzling their office space? We've got 24 gifts sure to make them feel appreciated!

This Alexandria pop-up has the best gifts for people who are impossible to shop for

We all have that friend who has everything.

Tricks of the trade you should seriously know before you buy a diamond

Most people assume that the most flawless diamond their money can buy is the best choice, but thinking a little more strategically can get you way more bang for your buck.If you’re considering popping the question this holiday season or just looking to buy

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Holiday pjs are the best pjs.

The ugliest Christmas sweaters you can buy in D.C. right now

'Tis the season to desperately hunt around for something to wear to an ugly Christmas sweater party

The 9 best beauty stocking stuffers for under $20

We tried everything on this list ourselves.

What Washingtonians Wear: The best looks we saw in November

It's definitely flannel season

Pantone picks deep purple 'Ultra Violet' as color of year

What we have here in 2017 is a heap of chaos and disruption. What we need in 2018? The Pantone Color Institute thinks whatever that might be will come in the deep purple hue of Ultra Violet, its color of the year revealed Thursday.The color wasn't chosen b

No Shave November brings beards back to D.C.

Because who doesn't love a good beard!

39 cold-weather outfits we are loving from local fashion bloggers

We turned to our eternal style muses to get some inspiration on how to stay chic while we ride out the cold.

Holiday Gift Guide: What to get the ladies in your life

9 of the best locally-run Etsy stores for the holidays

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Growing up in Fredericksburg, Va. Nathan Lacey always had an appreciation for fashion. But, instead of pursuing his love for menswear, Lacey went on to college at the University of Virginia before getting his law degree at Georgetown. That is not what we w

What Washingtonians Wear: The best looks we saw in October 2017

How to find the perfect suit – and give back – at the same time

Davelle Clothiers is hosting its 21st annual Trade-In Event, an opportunity stylish do-gooders in and around the District will not want to miss. Here’s the scoop on the event and a few reasons why it’s a no-brainer for those dedicated to the art of persona

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Last year I was asked to be a celebrity hat judge for the Virginia Gold Cup and I still can't wrap my head around why anyone would ask for my expertise around hats. Aside from the requisite knit beanies everyone in D.C. seems to have, I own exactly one bas

We ordered three items under $30 from Amazon Fashion. It wasn't pretty

Amazon is known for its wide range of offerings, fast shipping, and cheap prices, but recently we've been hearing a lot about Amazon Fashion. We have ordered everything off Amazon - from toilet paper to a food scale, but never clothing, so we decided to gi

The coolest hats we saw at Gold Cup this weekend

That's some insane head gear!

The perfect purses for under $70

Faux-leather jackets for under $100

You don't have to spend a lot of money to get a cute faux-leather jacket!

What Washingtonians Wear: Street style at All Things Go

Fall booties for under $50

Drybar's new concept shop with dry styling is now open in Bethesda

Drybar, the cult-popular blowout bar with 83 locations across the country (including five here in the DMV), is once again shaking up the hair game with the launch of their new styling and product concept shop, which opened October 6 in the Bethesda locatio

What Washingtonians Wear: The best looks we saw in September 2017

Here are the best, most interesting and off-beat outfits we spotted around The District this month.

Tips on how to crush football fashion for every type of lady

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Makeup that can withstand the sweatiest of workouts

There are two kinds of people in this world: The kind that roll out of bed, slip into gym clothes and drag their butt to the gym AND the kind that take a little time to put some makeup on before putting on their cute Lululemon workout pants and hitting the

This woman wants to pay off the national debt, one lipstick at a time

In Randa Fahmy's Connecticut Avenue office,  memorabilia from her decades-long career in politics line the wall. In one photo, she’s arm-in-arm with Condoleezza Rice. In another, President George W. Bush is talking to her then-3-year-old daughter - at the

Tricks of the Trade: Beauty doesn't have to be pricey

Maintaining a beauty regime is pricey, we've all been there.  Last time I got a full balayage, it set me back $300 and that price was just for the color, no cut included.  I don't know about you, but I'm sick of hemorrhaging money just to look good.  I wan

7 must-have fall fashion trends

The absolute best looks we spotted this summer

Sunspots Be Gone! How to undo the sun's damage to your skin

As summer is winding down and fall is looming right around the corner, I'm sadly watching my summer tan start to fade. This year is a bit different however because I’ve noticed that the sun has left it’s mark, literally, on my face! Yes, I’m talking about

5 beauty trends we hate, and 2 we love

Oh trends. Sometimes we love ya, sometimes...not so much.

Our favorite looks from Diner en Blanc

Last minute tips for styling the perfect ensemble for Diner en Blanc

Prepare yourselves, Washingtonians: tomorrow evening thousands of white-clad revelers will be spotted all over the metro and downtown D.C. as they make their way to the secret location of Diner en Blanc,  an evening that is 1 part elaborate picnic, 1 part

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Seems like you can’t pick up a magazine or read a beauty blog these days without hearing about the miraculous merits of Korean beauty products, right? I’d been wondering myself just how great they could possibly be. But I mean, the proof is in the pudding-

You can now shop Bachelorette Rachel's closet

We know, we know, it's time to move on from our favorite Dallas sweetheart and start talking about the raunchiness that is Bachelor In Paradise (and don't worry, we will tomorrow!) but we aren't quite ready to let Ms. Rachel go! Especially once we learned

Eloquii finds a permanent home at Pentagon City Mall

Bliss out with spa treatments and yoga classes for National Relaxation Day

We admit it: those food and drink “holidays” can sometimes feel a wee bit contrived. But a day that invites you to unwind, loosen up and de-stress? Now that’s something we can get behind. National Relaxation Day is (today) August 15. Take a moment to celeb

Thank heavens! Finding the perfect swimsuit for your body type

Hot days, cool looks: D.C.'s July street fashion

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What is dermaplaning, and is it something I should attempt at home?

Mark it under the latest skincare fad. YouTube is filled with videos of would-be dermatologists using razors, scalpels and other tools to remove the “peach fuzz” hair (yes, most of us have it, even if you swear you do not) and upper level of skin from thei

4 types of facial masks to clear up any skin woes

Whether you want to detox, brighten, soothe or hydrate your skin, these masks will help you unveil the secret to healthier, more beautiful skin.

17 top picks from the Nordstrom Anniversary Sale

The annual sale begins July 21, and runs through August 6. Happy shopping!

What Melania and Ivanka Trump are wearing this summer

Take a look at a few of our fav summer ensembles thus far of the first ladies of fashion.

This customizable shampoo will change your life

Raise your hand if you have five or more bottles of shampoo and conditioner in your bathroom because you can never find one that doesn't make your hair flat and oily, but also keeps the shine and smells good (slowly raises hand). Why is finding the perfect

Surviving Summer: Fashion tips from D.C.'s most stylish

We turned to a few of our favorite dapper dudes and dudettes to ask their style secrets to help you dress to impress.

5 Times it's OK to Wear Overalls

Overalls. We have such an on-and-off relationship with them. Are they too trendy or a long lost friend? I've seen it, you've seen it - these staples from our childhood are making a comeback. And it's important to note they aren't the TLC, one strap down,

Tie the Knot Tuesday: 7 bridal trends for spring 2018

4 style tips for combating scorching summer heat when it’s freezing in the office

It’s a mid-summer morning and the thought of getting dressed for work in the heat is excruciating. But to make matters worse, I know as soon as I get to the office, I will be freezing from the arctic tundra that is office building air conditioning. D.C. p