Fashion

Aaron Michael, Fashion Editor • January 6, 2014

All that glitters is gold this holiday season. Chic black and winter white party dresses are the perfect canvas for festive accessories and make pulling together multiple outfits for numerous holiday parties a snap.

Here are our favorite looks for a flawless holiday celebration all the way to 2014.
Photography by Aaron Michael
Styling by Kaleigh Ryan
Hair and Makeup by Marie Jilson
Talent Lauren Barber

Look 1
Dress RED Valentino (Saks Fifth Avenu Chevy Chase)
Earrings Stylist’s own
Bangles H& M (M St.), Bloomingdales Chevy Chase
Rings H& M (M St.)

Look 2
Dress French Connection (Bloomingdales Chevy Chase)
Purse Diane Von Furstenberg (Bloomingdales Chevy Chase)
Earrings Kate Spade (Bloomingdales Chevy Chase)
Pearl Bracelet Kate Spade (Bloomingdales Chevy Chase)
Necklace, Rings H&M (M St.)

Look 3
Dress Céline (Saks Fifth Avenue Chevy Chase)
Jacket Stylist’s own
Bangles H& M (M St.), Bloomingdales Chevy Chase
Necklace H&M (M St.)
Purse Sondra Roberts (Bloomingdales Chevy Chase)
Rings H&M (M St.)
Earrings Stylist’s own

Look 4
Dress KateSpade (Bloomingdales Chevy Chase)
Bangles H&M (M St.), Bloomingdales Chevy Chase
Necklace Aqua (Bloomingdales Chevy Chase)
Rings H&M (M St.)
Earrings Stylist’s Own [gallery ids="101589,147480,147485,147487" nav="thumbs"]

Georgetowner • December 6, 2013

Don’t miss these stores and products, all available for one-stop shopping at The Georgetowner Holiday Pop Shop, Wednesday, Dec. 4.

SHEYLA’S BOUTIQUE
Sheyla’s Boutique is a personal fashion consultant and works with every body and style. This season she has the hottest winter coats, including Michael Kors, BCBG, London Fog and Ellen Tracy.
Sheylaboutique.com; 703-887-6568.
Fur, mink, fox, rex, cashmere and leather coats, vests and accessories make for a luxurious and warm winter;
$55 to $1,000.

FLEXFLOP
Treat tired feet to a pair of Flexflops, the first emergency folding flip flop that’s great for travel, pedicures, the spa, and a break from high-heels. The portable and foldable flip flop makes the perfect gift item. Each pair comes with its own customized bling bag.
Flexflop.com; 1-888-471-1118.
Black terrycloth flip flops; $25.

?BORN IN BROOKLYN
SKIN CARE
Born In Brooklyn Skin Care is a hand-made, highly effective and nature-based line of skin care products for women and men created by actress, playwright and entrepreneur Setor Attipoe.
Borninbrooklynskincare.com; 347-465-7546.
Perfect Face Package (not pictured), microdermabrasion ultimate face polish, whipped, shea butter face & neck night cream, vitamin C brightening face & under eye serum, all-natural Kiss balm, Kiss scrub; $65

J. RYAN JEWELRY
J. Ryan Jewelry is designed by interior and jewelry designer Julie Ryan who creates handmade, coastal-inspired jewelry.
1401 Myradare Drive, Richmond, Va.; facebook.com/jryanjewelry; 703-403-7180.
Freshwater pearl stud earrings with gemstone dangle accents; $88

THE QUILT SHOP OF MCLEAN
Perfect for collecting and keeping memories, the Quilt Shop offers custom gifts that last a lifetime. Known as the Quilt Doctor, Nancy Preston’s quilt shop specializes in memory quilts, quilt restoration and quilt repair.
6724 Curran St., McLean, Va.; quiltdoctor.com; 703-281-4091.
Memory t-shirt quilt

ELLA-RUE
Ella-Rue is the creation of Krista Johnson and is focused on current, high-end women’s consignment pieces. 3231 P St., NW; Ella-rue.com; 202-333-1598.
Two’s Company equestrian frames; $29 to $34.

LYNNI’S FABULOUS
Lynni’s Fabulous, named one of D.C.’s tastemakers, lives by the philosophy that entertaining should be easy and that every hostess should have a few tricks up her sleeve. Products range from sweet to savory, are hand-made with fresh ingredients and are gluten-free.
Lynnisfabulous.com; 301-987-9135.
Fresh raspberries, semi-sweet chocolate and black raspberry liqueur all combined to create this decadent crème sauce. Three jars per order; $30.

VIRTUARTE
VirtuArte’s products are handcrafted in developing countries all around the globe. These works of art make an ideal gift when looking to give and give back this season.
Virtuarte.com; 866-228-3497.
Handmade South African glass plate; 10 1/8 x 5 7/8 in. Chip and peel resistant; $55. [gallery ids="101545,149634,149638,149642,149629,149646,149650,149657,149655" nav="thumbs"]

Aaron Michael, Fashion Editor • November 21, 2013

photography- Oriana Layendecker
styling- Aaron Michael
hair- Kennisha Ford
make-up- Marie Jilson
talent- Melanie Blankenship
location- George Town Club

Look 1
jacket Dolce & Gabbana
(Saks Fifth Avenue Chevy Chase)
pants The Row
(Saks Fifth Avenue Chevy Chase)
shoes Stuart Weitzman
(Bloomingdale’s Chevy Chase)

Look 2
dress Alexander McQueen
(Saks Fifth Avenue Chevy Chase)
shirt Akris
(Saks Fifth Avenue Chevy Chase)
necklace Zara (Wisconsin Ave.)
shoes Stuart Weitzman
(Bloomingdale’s Chevy Chase)
tights Stylist’s own

Look 3
dress Dolce & Gabbana
(Saks Fifth Avenue Chevy Chase)
shirt Alexander McQueen
(Saks Fifth Avenue Chevy Chase)
jacket Josie Natori
(Saks Fifth Avenue Chevy Chase)
earrings, ring H&M
stockings Stylist’s own [gallery ids="101546,149621,149627,149624" nav="thumbs"]

Georgetowner • September 27, 2013

From sparkling gowns to luxurious coats, stay in the know on the latest styles for men and women this gala season. Stop by the Rye Bar at the Capella in Georgetown for a refreshing drink before or after your event. Be sure to check out ourh gala guide and favorite picks on page 29.

Photography Aaron Michael aaronmichaelphoto.com

Styling Apuje Kalu (T.H.E. Artist Agency) apujekalu.com

Hair Kennisha Ford H Make-up Marie Jilson

Talent Rachel Mackay & Michael Sliwka [(T.H.E. Artist Agency)](http://www.theartistagency.com/)

Shot on Location at the [Capella in Georgetown](http://www.capellahotels.com/washingtondc/georgetown/) [gallery ids="101469,152921,152908,152914,152919" nav="thumbs"]

Pamela Burns • September 12, 2013

GQ Ready
Joe Malone proves that men in D.C. do know how to dress. He looked sharp in his Galvani tan blazer, Tasso Ella purple paisley tie, purple- striped Ralph Lauren shirt and distressed Levi Jeans. Move over Taye Diggs.

D.C.’s Newest Fashionistas
These cuties were not photographed for a Gap ad. They were living it up on the new rooftop of Masa 14 with Sophia Becraft, the Leukemia & Lymphoma Society’s Sponsor Girl of the Year. They may be little, but they were there in big style. Looks like D.C. has some new style icons.

Dynamic Duo
Kate Michael, Miss DC 2006, was red hot in her figure-flattering Express dress and BCBG gold sandals at the new Masa 14 happy hour for the Leukemia & Lymphoma Society’s Man and Woman of the Year. Amanda Polk in her chic Theory skirt, white shirt and tan Michael Kors peep-toe heels, was the total package. Both girls dressed to impress.

NYC takes D.C.
Ted Loos just arrived in D.C. from NYC to interview Georgetown interior designer Thomas Pheasant. As a writer for Vogue, Architectural Digest and many other publications, he was, of course, head-to-toe ultra-cool. Loved his light tan Shipley & Halmos sports jacket, Levis jeans and sporty Nike sneakers.

Vineyard Vines Gone All Wrong
Pink hoodies are never easy to wear, but putting them with tight high-water navy chinos is always a fashion no. The black socks and birkenstocks only add to the problem. My suggestions: a pink sweater, navy trouser pants, a statement flat and no socks.

Zebra Lost in D.C.
A black-and-white large print jacket can be a good idea with a black skirt. The problem here is with the strange length, longer or shorter would have been better. The other problems with the outfit are the sneakers and backpack. The jacket would be better with solid pants, cute walking flats and a large handbag. Just a suggestion.
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Robert Devaney • July 29, 2013

Steven Alan, the casual fashion boutique for both men and women, is set to open its first D.C. location in September in Cady’s Alley within the courtyard that features Kafe Leopold and L2 Lounge. The 670-square-foot store will be located in retail space, once occupied by Muleh and, before that, Alessi.

Begun in New York City in 1994, Steven Alan showcases first-time designers and launched its own line in 1999.
As a leader in casual wear, the business offers “modern versions of classic ready-to-wear standards for both men and women,” it says.

“Steven Alan is one of the more innovative urban retailers we have recently met,” said Philippe Lanier, vice president of EastBanc, Inc., which along with Jamestown Properties, announced the leasing deal. “The store’s interest in becoming a component of Cady’s Alley helps solidify our desire to enhance and complement the design focus of the block with innovative retailers developing a brand and culture around their customer. We believe that shoppers will find the Steven Alan experience one that they visit often.”

The Steven Alan lease agreement adds to the growing style mix of such Georgetown west side retailers as Babette, Bonobos, Calypso St. Barth (opening early spring 2014), CB2, City Sports, Intermix, Relish and West Elm.

Yvonne Taylor, Fashion Editor • June 20, 2013

Don’t sacrifice style and grace for comfort and leisure. From the Bahamas to New York City, travel wrinkle-free and fashionable
with ease.

– Rachael Payton

Photographed by Yvonne Taylor

Makeup by Lauretta McCoy

Styling Lauretta McCoy

Hair Darrell Thompson

Model from Cima Talent, Cindy Nguyen

Dresses to travel with by Potomac couture designer Tsyndyma

Georgetowner • May 23, 2013

Whether at the beach, rooftop or backyard pool, make a statement in this stylish crochet cover-up by chic LA designer Piper Gore.

Made in the USA; $79, free shipping. Available in sizes XS-L.

GET THE LOOK :

1) Buy this cover-up

2) Click below

3) Select color and size, and click to buy

4) Once received, head out in style

Georgetowner • April 24, 2013

Last Thursday, the District Department of the Environment presented the Green Fashion Show in celebration of Earth Month. The presentation featured eco-conscious brands and local designers in addition to examples of recycled clothing.
These looks are vintage from resellers and Isagus Extroversions – Designer of Sustainable Fashion ART-wear. The presentation included looks inspired by Spring Showers, 9 to 5 Career Wear, DC Sunset Evening and Weekend Around Town. [gallery ids="101266,147874,147837,147868,147843,147864,147849,147859,147854" nav="thumbs"]