dc hot spots

I've been getting loads upon loads of emails asking for my go-to spots in DC so I'm dishing the dirt on my favorites. My guide to DC goodness will be a permanent fixture here at District Sparkle & can be found in the navigation bar above.

shopping

pretty people vintage (alexandria, va) - hands down best vintage

secondi - some of my best pieces have come from digging thru their racks

buffalo exchange - new to dc & well worth the wait

second affair - my favorite hidden gem
meeps - my favorite neighborhood shop

clothing care

zips

kim's

eateries

darlington house - super yummy menu with a great atmosphere

sette - best italian

acqua al 2 - fine italian

shake shack - favorite burger joint
dean & deluca - georgetown refuel

brunching

southern hospitality - hands down favorite for any meal, any occasion, any time

dgs delicatessen - restaurant style serving delicious deli foods

scion - best bellini bar in town

the front page - buffet. 'nuff said.

lady maintenance

mimosa salon - mani/pedi

bliss - day spa experience

blue mercury - the works

salon cielo - ask for jasmine [hair]

after hours

veritas wine bar - cozy nook for low key nights

russia house - it's exactly what you'd expect from the name; a house full of russians. & vodka.

madhatter - when all you want to do is dance like you're a junior in college

napolean - one step up from napolean with a european edge

weekend

eastern market - my haven for unique jewelry, bags, furniture & gallery wall additions. make a day of it & stay for the food

dupont market - neighborhood market for fresh produce & blooms

Make sure you're following District Sparkle on Twitter & Instagram for the latest at #ifbcon & #nyfw!