Alexandria Boutique Events: 3 Days of Fashion

More Daylight, More Time to Shop

Members of The Old Town Boutique District are welcoming summer with three days of sales, gifts and events. Stop by participating stores June 11, 12 and 13 for special discounts, gifts with purchase and other fun.

“These are the longest days of the year,” says Elizabeth Todd, owner of The Shoe Hive. “What better way to use the extra daylight than to shop at one of the region’s coolest shopping destinations?”

Old Town Boutiques Celebrate Summer with 3 Days of Sales, Gifts & Events

The Old Town Boutique District is a collection of 28 independent, locally-owned businesses located within walking distance of each other in historic Alexandria. Located just outside Washington, D.C. and easily accessible to the King Street Metro, these Old Town merchants offer a unique shopping experience. Shoppers can find everything from home décor items, fashion, jewelry, beauty items, children’s apparel and gifts.

Events and discounts include designer trunk shows at The Shoe Hive and The Full Cup, storytimes and craft classes for children at Hooray for Books, pick your own discounts at Monday’s Child and Pink and Brown, discounts on summer clothes at Treat, Gossypia and Apple Seed, free gifts with purchase from Arts Afire, The Christmas Attic and The Little Monogram Shop, free interior design consultations at Red Barn Mercantile, tastings at The Sugar Cube and free coffee at Grape + Bean, and chances to win classes from Fibre SpaceLa Cuisine.

Please click here to view all the participating boutiques as well as a map of the area.

To learn more about the Old Town Boutique District or to join its mailing list, visit www.OldTownBoutiqueDistrict.com

Save the Date: Boutique Warehouse Sale

The boutique district in Alexandria, VA are holding their annual Warehouse Sale!

When:

Saturday, February 6, 2010

Time:

900 am - 300 pm

Address:

101 Callahan Drive

Alexandria

Limited Free Parking Available
Walkable from King Street Metro (Blue Line) - it's literally across the street~

Participating Boutiques:

Apple Seed  •   Diva •  Gossypia •  Hysteria •  La Cuisine •  Lawrence Miller & Co. •  Mint Condition •  Periwinkle  •  Pink & Brown  •  Red Barn Mercantile  •  Stanton Gallery  •  The Christmas Attic  •  The Shoe Hive  •   Treat  

This will be held at the historic Masonic Temple to house the HUGE amount of products this year. Remember that items will be discounted and will give you the opportunity to boutique shop all in one place. 

*********** Update********** 

The Old Town Boutique District Warehouse Sale, scheduled for this Saturday, is postponed until next Saturday, February 13 because of the weather forecast. 

Same time: 9AM-3PM. Same place: GW Masonic Temple.

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Budget: Local Consignment Shops

If you are on a budget, try shopping at some of these local consignment shops (also known as thrift shops) for one of kind clothing items:

Second Chance Boutique - Bethesda, MD

This upscale boutique been in business for 37 years and is a local Bethesda favorite. Second Chance Boutique has been featured in Fox Business News and The Washington Business Journal.  

Mustard Seed - Bethesda, MD

New, Used and Vintage Clothing. A friend of mine stands by this place and always finds the greatest jeans and tops here.

Electric Thread - Arlington, VA

A great vintage consignment shop, you can also purchase directly from their website here. 

New to You - Falls Church, VA

Another local favorite in the area. New to You has been featured in The Washington Post and W Magazine.You can purchase online and also follow their blog.

Monkey's Unlce - Washington, D.C.

Recycled children's clothing at low prices!

I will be adding to the list as I discover more consignment shops - but if you have a favorite please post in the comments section.

Updated 5.03.10
Mint Condition - Alexandria, VA
Consigned items are in like-new (Mint!) condition, in style and in demand. Join the Recessionista movement at Mint Condition today. I purchased a gorgeous Banana Republic dress with pockets from here which was on sale for 50% off and had an additional 30% off sticker, my total $15.00 (original price $45.00). I don't know about you, but a consignment shop with super sales is a win win!