Lifestyle

Stay in the know about all Alexandria has to offer. From restaurant reviews to community builders to Street Style features to author profiles, our contributors share a wealth of ideas, experiences, and entertainment recommendations.

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Street Style: Meet Gizem Şalcıgil White of Turkish Coffee Lady
Style, Lifestyle
Sarah Shaw
Street Style: Meet Gizem Şalcıgil White of Turkish Coffee Lady
Style, Lifestyle
Sarah Shaw
Style, Lifestyle
Sarah Shaw
Spring at Home: Helen Olivia’s Easter Collection Feels Fresh, Easy, and a Little Playful
Lifestyle
Rachel Gang
Spring at Home: Helen Olivia’s Easter Collection Feels Fresh, Easy, and a Little Playful
Lifestyle
Rachel Gang
Lifestyle
Rachel Gang
The Life of a Show Dog: Paws, Ribbons, and a Little Bit of Limelight
Lifestyle
The Patterson Group
The Life of a Show Dog: Paws, Ribbons, and a Little Bit of Limelight
Lifestyle
The Patterson Group
Lifestyle
The Patterson Group
How a 15-Minute Friday Prep Can Save Your Weekend
Lifestyle
Lauren Sadlon
How a 15-Minute Friday Prep Can Save Your Weekend
Lifestyle
Lauren Sadlon
Lifestyle
Lauren Sadlon
Street Style: Meet Debbie Bates-Schrott
Style, Lifestyle
Sarah Shaw
Street Style: Meet Debbie Bates-Schrott
Style, Lifestyle
Sarah Shaw
Style, Lifestyle
Sarah Shaw
Easter Chocolate is Broken. Here’s How To Fix It.
Lifestyle
Meshelle Armstrong
Easter Chocolate is Broken. Here’s How To Fix It.
Lifestyle
Meshelle Armstrong
Lifestyle
Meshelle Armstrong
Ode to a Complicated Spring
Lifestyle
Don Ripper
Ode to a Complicated Spring
Lifestyle
Don Ripper
Lifestyle
Don Ripper
The Power of Collective Action: Why Spring2ACTion Matters
Events, Lifestyle
Heather Peeler
The Power of Collective Action: Why Spring2ACTion Matters
Events, Lifestyle
Heather Peeler
Events, Lifestyle
Heather Peeler
An Evening of Photography, Community, and Inspiration at Nepenthe Gallery
Lifestyle
Renée C. Gage
An Evening of Photography, Community, and Inspiration at Nepenthe Gallery
Lifestyle
Renée C. Gage
Lifestyle
Renée C. Gage
Kristin Try Interiors Sentimental Project: Designing with Love, Legacy, and Intention
Lifestyle
Kristin Try
Kristin Try Interiors Sentimental Project: Designing with Love, Legacy, and Intention
Lifestyle
Kristin Try
Lifestyle
Kristin Try
Sculptra vs. Facelift: Which Option Is Right for Facial Rejuvenation?
Lifestyle
Ashley Perkins, PA-C
Sculptra vs. Facelift: Which Option Is Right for Facial Rejuvenation?
Lifestyle
Ashley Perkins, PA-C
Lifestyle
Ashley Perkins, PA-C
Charlotte’s Courage: How One Alexandria Student is Fighting Back Against Cancer
Lifestyle
Renée C. Gage
Charlotte’s Courage: How One Alexandria Student is Fighting Back Against Cancer
Lifestyle
Renée C. Gage
Lifestyle
Renée C. Gage
Street Style: Meet Kristen Coffield
Style, Lifestyle
Sarah Shaw
Street Style: Meet Kristen Coffield
Style, Lifestyle
Sarah Shaw
Style, Lifestyle
Sarah Shaw
It’s (Sort of) Our Anniversary! Celebrating 19 Years of Red Barn Mercantile
Lifestyle
Amy Rutherford
It’s (Sort of) Our Anniversary! Celebrating 19 Years of Red Barn Mercantile
Lifestyle
Amy Rutherford
Lifestyle
Amy Rutherford
Before You Board: What Every Woman Should Have in Place Before Traveling Solo
Lifestyle
Katelin Moomau, Esq.
Before You Board: What Every Woman Should Have in Place Before Traveling Solo
Lifestyle
Katelin Moomau, Esq.
Lifestyle
Katelin Moomau, Esq.
Mystique Jewelers’ Wedding Band Event
Lifestyle
Elizabeth Mandros
Mystique Jewelers’ Wedding Band Event
Lifestyle
Elizabeth Mandros
Lifestyle
Elizabeth Mandros
Why Bespoke Shoemaking Is Dying — and How to Revive It
Lifestyle
Drew Altizer
Why Bespoke Shoemaking Is Dying — and How to Revive It
Lifestyle
Drew Altizer
Lifestyle
Drew Altizer
Street Style: Meet Arielle Weinberg and Katri Haas of Arielle Shoshana
Style, Lifestyle
Sarah Shaw
Street Style: Meet Arielle Weinberg and Katri Haas of Arielle Shoshana
Style, Lifestyle
Sarah Shaw
Style, Lifestyle
Sarah Shaw
Skip the Decluttering Trends — Here’s What We as Professional Organizers Suggest Instead
Lifestyle
Lauren Sadlon
Skip the Decluttering Trends — Here’s What We as Professional Organizers Suggest Instead
Lifestyle
Lauren Sadlon
Lifestyle
Lauren Sadlon
Five Ways to Keep Your Flowers Alive Longer
Lifestyle, Home & Design
Rachel Gang
Five Ways to Keep Your Flowers Alive Longer
Lifestyle, Home & Design
Rachel Gang
Lifestyle, Home & Design
Rachel Gang
The Power of a Great Frame
Lifestyle
Don Ripper
The Power of a Great Frame
Lifestyle
Don Ripper
Lifestyle
Don Ripper
Meet the Author of Old Town Style & Welcome Spring at Patina
Lifestyle
Amanda Mertins
Meet the Author of Old Town Style & Welcome Spring at Patina
Lifestyle
Amanda Mertins
Lifestyle
Amanda Mertins
Spring Cleaning – Accounting & Finance Version!
Lifestyle
Kendall Rife
Spring Cleaning – Accounting & Finance Version!
Lifestyle
Kendall Rife
Lifestyle
Kendall Rife
Beyond the Bottle: The Art of Wine at Wine Gallery 108
Lifestyle
Lisa Katic
Beyond the Bottle: The Art of Wine at Wine Gallery 108
Lifestyle
Lisa Katic
Lifestyle
Lisa Katic
Amsterdam Calling: The Ultimate Girls' Getaway Guide
Lifestyle
Katelin Moomau, Esq.
Amsterdam Calling: The Ultimate Girls' Getaway Guide
Lifestyle
Katelin Moomau, Esq.
Lifestyle
Katelin Moomau, Esq.
TTR Sotheby's International Realty 2025 Year-End Market Review - DMV
Lifestyle, Home & Design
The Patterson Group
TTR Sotheby's International Realty 2025 Year-End Market Review - DMV
Lifestyle, Home & Design
The Patterson Group
Lifestyle, Home & Design
The Patterson Group
The Meaning Behind Front Door Colors: What Designers Say, and Why the Best Choice Is Still Yours
Lifestyle, Home & Design
The Patterson Group
The Meaning Behind Front Door Colors: What Designers Say, and Why the Best Choice Is Still Yours
Lifestyle, Home & Design
The Patterson Group
Lifestyle, Home & Design
The Patterson Group
How High Earners Use a Backdoor Roth IRA—and Whether It’s Right for You
Lifestyle
Lauren O’Brien, CFP®, RICP®, CPA
How High Earners Use a Backdoor Roth IRA—and Whether It’s Right for You
Lifestyle
Lauren O’Brien, CFP®, RICP®, CPA
Lifestyle
Lauren O’Brien, CFP®, RICP®, CPA