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Baby Boutiques and Mama Marts – Where to find all things KID!

June 9, 2010 by Jessica C. | Comments (0)

Summer is officially HERE! It’s time for family picnics and beach escapes, trips to the zoo and weekends by the coast. Cruise local kid’s shops and outfit your little ones in the latest and greatest! While you’re at it, grab a few things to make your life easier – the perfectly-pocketed diaper bag, anyone? How about attention-grabbing toys to keep tots occupied on long road trips? And if you’re expecting, you don’t have to go far to find fanciful furniture and decor for your new nursery!

Daisy Baby & Kids
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Daisy Baby & Kids is a one-stop-shop for all your baby and toddler needs! Choose crib, rocker and changing table for baby and high chair, bunk bed and sippy cups for older brothers and sisters. And for you? Keep your pants fitting just right through pregnancy and afterward with the super versatile, super comfy Bellaband! AND, owner Dana Evans figured out how to make your life even easier – Daisy Baby makes house calls, bringing books, color swatches and wood chips to your home to help you design the nicest nursery!

Apple Seed Maternity & Baby Boutique
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In addition to fashion-forward maternity apparel – from hip skinny jeans to office-ready pencil skirts, pretty detailed wrap-tops to bathing suits, Apple Seed Maternity & Baby Boutique carries preciously perfect baby and kid-wear. Flip through Splendid sets, Petit Bateau onesies, C&C dresses and Kumquat hoodies. When you’re done with that, pick up a customizable, modular, multi-terrain Bugaboo cameleon stroller – never has carting around kids been so stylish and easy! Last, but not least, peruse Apple Seed’s sweet selection of kid’s keepsake toys and yummy organic skincare for the whole family by Earth Mama Angel Baby.

Pink & Brown, Organic & Trendy Children’s Boutique
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Are you looking for a children’s boutique overflowing with 100% organic furniture and cute kid’s clothes that capture the natural beauty and innocence of childhood? Well, look no further! Pink & Brown carries everything the enviro-conscious baby-Mama team needs! Find bright retro-print diaper bags, primary colored, slip-free bottle covers, and hippie print baby slings. Pick up Packin’ SMART snack stackables and old-fashioned wooden toy trains. And complete your nursery with a streamline and modern crib…that conveniently converts to toddler’s first bed! ALSO, Pink & Brown offers 10% off to Moms expecting twins (when purchasing multiples of the same item)!!

Honey Bee Haute

May 28, 2010 by Taline | Comments (0)

Queen Bee Designs
queenbeedesigns.com
It is a known fact that jewelry can make or break an outfit. Fortunately, Queen Bee Designs, created by Allison Brooks, helps every woman look her best. Having decided that politics wasn’t her true calling, Allison decided to take art classes at the Smithsonian. When word began to spread about her natural flair for jewelry making, her hobby turned into a full time job. The best part? Her pieces are affordable. She explains, “ I wanted to create a line that would be affordable to my friends, but also look really beautiful and bold.” Allison has numerous collections, including Fun and Funky, Sunday Brunch, and the Working Girl. It is clear that Allison has an eye for jewelry making, having been featured on Good Morning America, in the Washington Post, 
Washingtonian Magazine, Lucky Magazine, and Women’s Wear Daily. Her pieces have even been worn by celebrities and high-profile news anchors.

Fun-In-The-Sun Accessories

May 26, 2010 by Jessica C. | Comments (0)

The first day of summer is right around the corner…are you ready? The perfect summer wardrobe includes much more than just breezy little dresses and cute cotton shorts. It’s time to stock up on fashion-forward, fun-in-the-sun accessories: sun blockin’ cover-ups, shade-makin’ hats, and skin protectin’ beach towels! Let’s shop!

Moving from head to toe, let’s start at Proper Topper in Dupont Circle. Anna Fuhrman’s sweet little shop carries everything from brightly colored structured straw visors, to great big floppy beach hats. While you’re there, pick up a couple of neutral-tone, handwoven turkish towels and a flashy pair of black and cherry oversized shades!

Umbrellas are not just for wet, rainy days! At Kassie Rempel’s Simply Soles pick up a Marimekka Blue Unikko Umbrella by Kenlo-Marimekko to keep the sun’s harsh rays off of the sensitive skin on your face and decolletage. We’re also loving the Shoe Shuttle – a thick, soft, quilted bag designed to schlep an extra pair of shoes with you for your beach to happy hour transition!

And finally, we need something to carry it all in! We love the silk screened canvas Stephanie Tote from Fornash.com. It’s big enough to carry your fave fashion rag, water bottle, wallet and cover-up, and the plastic covered canvas is perfect for the beach – sturdy and easy to clean!

Jewels and Baubles and Bangles, OH MY!

May 12, 2010 by Jessica C. | Comments (0)

The nation’s capital offers up much more than ever-changing political trends. Fresh, spring jewelry trends are rocking the scene NOW! From precious metals to plastics, bright colors to basic gold and silver, D.C. boutiques are a veritable treasure chest of unique jewelry finds. Why not recycle a few of last year’s spring outfits and freshen them with fun and funky new jewels?! Ready…Set…Accessorize!

The Artisans (theartisans.biz)
Langley Shopping Center, 1368 Chain Bridge Road, Mclean, VA 22101
While you’re hunting for housewares, unique apparel items, and gifts galore you can thank inspired owners Judith Leary Harkins and Shannon Denny Price… and mod out with primary colored, deco-inspired watches at The Artisans!

Candy Beads Jewelry (candybeadsjewelry.com)
Feeling girly and romantic? Looking for just the right accent for your new, floaty, flirty spring dress? Owner, Beth Rosenheim, at Candy Beads has you in mind! Find sparkly, dangly earrings in fine gold and silver encrusted with semi-precious stones at candybeadsjewelry.com.

Queen Bee Designs (queenbeedesigns.com)
1410 Cool Spring Drive, Alexandria, VA 22308
Big, bold statement pieces abound at Allison Priebe Brooks’ Queen Bee Designs in Alexandria. Choose from one-of-a-kind beaded chokers, scintillating shell pendants, and other vibrant novelties. Everyone’s BUZZING about Queen Bee! Don’t miss out!!

Stanton Gallery (stantonjewelry.com)
121 South Royal Street, 2nd Floor, Alexandria, VA 22314
At Christine Stanton’s Stanton Gallery you’ll find a vast array of stunning jewels including Heather Guidero‘s streamlined, geometric pieces compliment any look, from jeans and a white tee to your favorite LBD! Choose from fine gold or blackened silver earrings, bracelets, necklaces and more. These local gems also make great gifts!

Put a Spring in Your Step with these Hot Colors

February 22, 2010 by Madeline C. | Comments (0)

When we think of spring we think of pastels and floral prints, but those just seem a little too passé and boring. What will you be wearing this spring to spice up your wardrobe? Here are some of the color trends that you won’t want to miss out on. Pick up a few bright accessories that are both trendy and timeless.

Turquoise – We’re pretty sure this is on EVERYONE’S hot-list, along with other aqua-colored hues. This vibrant color turns every outfit up a notch, making you just exude that cool confident aura that will make you the center of attention. Splurge on a Jamie Joseph brightly colored stone ring. We love this Sea Blue Chalcedony Ring for a beautiful eye-catcher.

Light Pink – More specifically, champagnes and corals are two “light pinks” that won’t have you gagging on pastel and cotton candy. Champagne is the closest you can get to a nice neutral color while adding a little pop! And for coral, try some of Cara Lyndon’s hairpins, we recommend Coral Wheel . Whether your hair color is light or dark, this feminine flair will turn heads.

Yellow – In every shade and size. Add a dash here or there or a big bright bag to have everyone around you smiling. Evoking sunshine and happiness, everyone could stand to integrate this cheerful color into their wardrobe or even their home. Try a bright throw pillow to add to your living room, we like the yellow Gloria pillow from Henry Road. The great thing about throw pillows is, when spring is over, you can just throw them back into the closet until spring comes again!

“If the shoe fits, buy it in every color”

November 14, 2009 by Wendy M. | Comments (2)

Shopaholics live by this maxim, and the wide selection of shoes at Sassanova will make you want to buy them all. Whether you’re looking for a pair of heels for a night on the town, flats for work, or boots for the upcoming chilly months, Sassanova has you covered.  Featuring designers such as Bettye Muller, Tory Burch, Moschino, Loeffler Randall, and French Sole, you’ll have a hard time not buying everything! They even have a selection of jewelry and accessories that will help complete any look. Located in the heart of Georgetown on Wisconsin Street, friends Sassy Jacobs and Sarah Cannova opened their first store in 2003 for all those shoppers who want to look chic and hip. With an inviting staff, pink walls and a cheetah- print rug, never again will you want to go to a department store! 

1641 Wisconsin Ave. NW
Washington, DC 20007
202 471 4400