July 3rd, 2009

Make Waves, Saks Fifth Avenue’s week of Summer Beauty, begins Friday, July 3 and goes through Saturday, July 11. Make Waves is about looking good unders the sun – with the right bronzer, the correct SPF and the glossiest gloss! And with the must-have beach bag!
Each day Saks Fifth Avenue will be focusing on key summer beauty items - including finding the perfect summer scent; ideal summer hair products; Waterproof for the beach – the best waterproof products for laying out and tanning; and the Naturally Gorgeous summer face – lighter products for the summer and the right shades for a summer wardrobe and summer skin.
With every beauty purchase of $75 or more, we are offering a beach bag that contains some great offers, such as $50 off your $300 designer sunglasses purchase and $100 off a trip from LuxuryLink.com. I have attached an image so you can see how fabulous the beach bag is!
If you would like any additional information, please contact 240.497.5262.
- Miss A

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July 2nd, 2009

Elizabeth Mandros Miller, Owner of Mystique Jewelers
Take a look at the great article written by Aly Jacobs profiling Elizabeth Mandros Miller and Mystique Jewelers in Washington Home & Garden!
- Miss A

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July 1st, 2009

It’s a long holiday weekend for us, but it should also be a time spent playing with your four-legged best friend! Our dogs miss us so much when we’re running around Washington, working and attending so many events! Give your dog some quality time with you this weekend! Let your dog celebrate its independence running free at one of the great dog parks in Alexandria, Virginia this weekend! And don’t forget to stop by Barkley Square Dog Bakery & Boutique to see what treats your dog may like!
From toys, doggie couture, cute collars and leashes, and their famous organic doggie treats, Barkley Square has everything you need to pamper your pooch!
- Miss A

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July 1st, 2009

“Bond Girl”, Halle Berry rocking an ERES bikini.
Don’t miss this opportunity to own iconic ERES at unprecedented savings!

About ERES
ERES collections feature resilient, refined fabrics as light as air and are designed to satisfy every woman’s curves and demand for comfort. The ERES brand has been a force in the swimwear world for 40 years thanks to its iconic style and know-how. In 1998, ERES launched its lingerie collection to illustrate the art of the body.
ERES does not follow ephemeral trends, preferring to set its own modern, identifiable style. Its colors, motifs, and cuts are so particular, they form the brand’s signature as hallmarks recognized by connoisseurs. ERES’ precepts to enhance the body without artifice, to show regard for its architecture, to adapt to all figures and individual personalities and to combine luxury, creativity and a certain timelessness, are applied to all its collections.
Save 20% on ALL ERES bras, panties, lingerie, and swimsuits from July 1 - July 5, 2009. This offer is only good for purchase at SyleneDC.com, and will not be honored at Sylene of Washington retail store. To apply your discount, simply enter code ERES20 at checkout. Discount will be reflected at checkout. Cannot be applied to previous purchases, or used with other offers.

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June 30th, 2009

Kate Bosworth in Stella McCartney
There’s such a stigma to wearing lace. We tend to think of old ladies, and maybe even mothballs and other unpleasant items like stuffy lace doilies or outdated, tea-stained tablecloths. However, lace is making a comeback, and it’s high time we try on this prim-and-proper-gone-sassy look for size.
If you’re jonesing for a sweet 1950’s throwback, try a lovely white lace dress. Just be sure to keep it modern—this is an homage, not a costume—and add in some up-to-date accessories. Cameron Diaz totally nailed this look in her beautifully crafted white dress and candy apple red belt that she wore to her Hollywood Star unveiling. Her ensemble is definitely a tribute to June Cleaver, but stays millennial with the pop of color and modern, body skimming cut.
Evening is a great time to rock the lace look, too. Check out Kate Bosworth’s red-carpet look, which features a gorgeous lace overlay, three-quarter length sleeves, and enough charm to make Katherine Hepburn jealous. Paired with minimalist makeup and a retro hairstyle, this look is not only glamorous, but also definitely affordable for the average fashionista. You can find lace clothing in plenty of bargain department stores right now, and as a bonus, you can even transition these pieces across the seasons with bright springy sandals and a headband for warmer months or a fur coat with a just-fussy-enough strand of pearls during the colder seasons.
If you do have a little more disposable income, check out the designers’ take on this resurrected fabric: Verrier teamed this super sumptuous material with an equally luxurious one, white hot satin, manifested in a pair of shorts that are perfect lounging after hours on the yacht.
For the upcoming Fourth of July weekend, I love the Oscar de la Renta satin turquoise sweetheart neckline dress innovatively covered in an almost-red blood orange lace layer. The look is festive and colorful, a far cry from matronly
So next time you’re looking for an alternative to the standard little black dress, try something racy and lacy. You can dress up this look with jewelry like lavalieres, brooches, or pearl earrings, but be sure to stay away from anything too modish, like Lucite or wood. It’s definitely a gamine look, but everyone from the Georgetown princess to the U Street hipster can pull off a lace dress.
Fashion Quintessential is written by Quin Woodward Pu, a connaisseuse of all things social, but writing about fashion is her forte. She works in Public Relations and is new on the DC scene, but quickly making an impression with her witty, no-nonsense advice that marries style with sensibility. Follow Quin on Twitter @QuinWoodwardPu, or email her at quin.woodwardpu@gmail.com.

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June 30th, 2009

Fine Jewelry Sales: Mystique Jewelers in Old Town Alexandria is looking for a knowledgeable go-getter who loves jewelry and people. Experience in jewelry and diamond sales preferred, however other luxury sales accepted. Hours would be Tuesday – Saturday 9:30 a.m - 6:00 p.m. For more information, please send your resume to: lmiller@mystiquejewlelers.com

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June 29th, 2009

Hela Spa’s Melanie Erb, CRNP administering Juvederm Ultra Plus for me. (Photo by Stacey Vaeth Photography)
Please take a look at my latest article for HealthCentral’s MySkinCareConnection.com!
- Miss A

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June 28th, 2009
Just for couples interested in getting a great summertime engagement portrait, Stacey Vaeth Photography is thrilled  to announce their Engagement Mini Session, which will be held at the Georgetown Waterfront on July 25th for this fun event!
She’ll have coffee and bagels, and a few blankets for you to relax on, as you wait for your session. This is a great opportunity to exchange wedding plans and experiences. Stacey will capture a portrait of you both that you can only get in Washington, DC, and only through Stacey Vaeth Photography.
Included in your $50 session fee: all images made available on-line for ordering and sharing, and a 10% coupon for Stacey Vaeth Photography sessions, including wedding packages, up to a $500 savings!
Deposit of full session fee required by July 19, 2009. 
Price: $50
Date: Saturday, July 25, 2009
Rain Date: Saturday, August 1st.
Mini sessions sell out very quickly, so we encourage you to RSVP now to: info@staceyvaeth.com
- Miss A

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June 28th, 2009

If you have a question, don’t hesitate to use our anonymous form. I have received several questions from people who would rather not have their question published, and that is fine, too. If you would like me to email you a private response, then email your question to me at missa@askmissa.com, and I’m happy to do that, too.
- Miss A

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June 27th, 2009

Come to Alexandria this weekend for Old Town Boutique District’s “Summer Shopping Stroll”. Boutiques such as Hysteria, Periwinkle, The Christmas Attic, The Shoe Hive, Monday’s Child and The Full Cup are having huge sales and special events.
Today, as part of the Summer Shopping Stroll, Mystique Jewelers is hosting “Carnival Days” featuring a Trunk Show with Jewelry Designer, Alberto Parada! Enjoy free ice cream as you Pop-a-Balloon to win special offers from neighboring Alexandria boutiques and exclusive discounts from Mystique!
Hope to see you there!
- Miss A

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