Weekend Pleasure: Free Facials at Bellacara

At Bellacara this Saturday, please join Rilastil's US president Jennifer Bingham to learn about Italy's best-selling, anti-aging cosmeceutical skincare. Receive a free Rilastil skincare consultation, mini facial and makeover. You will also receive a special gift worth $100 with purchase on the day of event.

Bellacara, which means beautiful face in Spanish is the go to spot in the area for hard to find bath, body, facial and cosmetic products. Bellacara’s product offerings include Kiehl’s, Fresh, Bliss, Bumble & Bumble, Frederic Fekkai, Child, Paula Dorf, T. Le Clerc, Tocca, Diptyque, Kai, Mario Badescu, Beccca, Sue Devitt, B. Kamins, Lippmann Collection, Skinceuticals, L’Artisan Parfumeur, Caplyso, Anthony for Men, Essie, Philosophy and many more.


When: Saturday April 24
Time: 11:00 am - 3:00 pm
Phone: 703.299.9652
Where: 1000 King Street, Alexandria, VA


Space is limited for this event so please sign up today. Take a moment out of your and give your face a well deserved pampering for free with luxury product, Rilastil.

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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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Happy Hour Spotlight: Laporta's

Do you love going to happy hour? If you answered yes, then you need to check out Laporta's on Duke in Alexandria. It's a semi-hobby of mine to seek out the best places for happy hour. Laporta's has one of the best happy hours for a couple reasons - the drinks and food. What's more - Laporta's has live jazz every night! I have been here on a date once and many times for happy hour, my bill was $15.00 for 5 drinks and a meal. You might not gorge yourself like I did, but hey it's awesome.


Happy Hour Specials: 300pm - 700pm
$2.00 Rail Drinks, $2.00 House Red/White Wine
$2.00 Pints: Stella Artois, Flying Dog Pale Ale, Widmer Brothers Hefeweizen, Starr Hill Amber Ale
$2.00 off all other drinks and wines by the glass


And they haven't forgotten your appetite - so it's half off the Classics Menu, please click on the link to see what they have to offer.


Laporta's soothing ambiance and understated energy is what keeps me coming back.

If you don't go - you are doing yourself an injustice!

Thursday Local Music Spotlight: The Reverie Jazz Trio

The Reverie Jazz Trio will be performing at the Torpedo Factory Art Center in Alexandria, Virginia on Thursday night. The Torpedo Art Factory is located near the water port in Old Town Alexandria. If you enjoy 'early jazz standards' and 'forgotten favorites' this is the jazz ensemble for you!

Address:
105 N. Union Street Alexandria, VA 22314

When: Thursday, January 28

Time: 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm

Phone: 703-838-4565

This is a FREE event!

If you miss their performance, The Reverie Jazz Trio performs from 7-10pm every Friday at the Westin Hotel Alexandria at Trademark Bar & Grill. Click here then go to dining section.

Thursday Local Music Spotlight: Reggae Night at O'Shaughnessy's

If reggae/go-go is your flavor, DJ's Ras Lidj and Deep will be mixing on the 1's and 2's at O'Shaughnessy's (formerly the Laughing Lizard Lounge) in Aelexandria, VA. 


There will be food and drink specials all night.


Address: 
1324 King Street
Alexandria, VA 22314

When: Thursday, January 28
Time: 8:00 pm - 1:00 am
Phone: 703-548-2582


This is a FREE event!


O'Shaughnessy's isn't much to look at in terms of decor, but the crowd is chill and laid back most nights. There is a small upstairs with pool tables and a more open downstairs where the live bands perform. It's on the corner and across the street from the infamous 'Rock it Grill'.

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!