Articles about DC
Want to “Accent”uate your Body?

Want to “Accent”uate your Body?

Are you looking for smoother skin or a reduction in cellulite dimples or a more sculpted look, but don’t want the pain of surgery or lipo?   I just discovered the most miracle-like treatment out there.  Seriously!
Last week, I had the pleasure of having an Accent XL treatment at Calvert Rejuvenations in Herndon.  I have [...]

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Beauty Confidential
The Capital Sophisticate Goes A Bit Low Brow with Soren Well

The Capital Sophisticate Goes A Bit Low Brow with Soren Well

I’m not really a music elitist, although sometimes I seem to be. In fact, what I really I love in the middle of the summer is to go to a bit of a dive bar, grab a really cold beer and chill out to an amazing show. It’s probably why I fell in love with [...]

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Capital Sophisticate
Pamper Yourself at Fashion For Paws’ Summer Fling at one80 Salon

Pamper Yourself at Fashion For Paws’ Summer Fling at one80 Salon

Everyone loves to get pampered but working girls such as myself and busy moms can feel guilty for indulging when we think someone else needs our help. Fortunately, the Washington Humane Society’s Fashion for Paws is giving you the opportunity to give back while making you look gorgeous! We hope you’ll join Miss A, Pamela [...]

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Capital Sophisticate
Support Soccer Players in Need By Attending the Street Soccer USA Cup

Support Soccer Players in Need By Attending the Street Soccer USA Cup

The World Cup may be over, but there are still soccer players who are in need of your support! This Friday, July 30th through Sunday, August 1st, Street Soccer USA will offer DC soccer fans a unique opportunity to support players and their community. Street Soccer USA  (www.streetsoccerusa.org) and its umbrella organization HELP USA (www.helpusa.org) [...]

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Capital Sophisticate
Dance in the District: “Should I Quit My Day Job?” Dance-Off!

Dance in the District: “Should I Quit My Day Job?” Dance-Off!

Are you a closet hip-hopper? Do you bust a Bollywood move and not break bones? Does your inner Baryshnikov keep jumping out? Are you and your co-workers or friends not afraid to embarrass themselves working up a sweat, doing good for charity- while burning off a few calories?
If you answered “maybe” to just one of [...]

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Capital Sophisticate
Smithsonian’s Freer and Sackler Galleries Attract Renowned DJ and World Class Entertainment

Smithsonian’s Freer and Sackler Galleries Attract Renowned DJ and World Class Entertainment

The first piece of advice I was given when I moved to DC was to avoid Smithsonian Museums at all cost during the summer tourist months.  It’s difficult to take advantage of the impressive array of art and history on display at the Smithsonian when tourists who stand on the wrong side of the Metro [...]

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Capital Sophisticate
New Exhibit at National Gallery of Art Channels Allen Ginsberg’s Poetry and Activism

New Exhibit at National Gallery of Art Channels Allen Ginsberg’s Poetry and Activism

America in the 1950’s conjures up images of poodle skirts, diners, and Leave It to Beaver-style neighborhoods. Washingtonians and visitors looking to relive the wonder years can do so at the Smithsonian American Art Museum’s Norman Rockwell exhibit, “Telling Stories: Norman Rockwell from the Collections of George Lucas and Steven Spielberg”, currently on display until [...]

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Capital Sophisticate
Local Artist Ross Ruot Exhibition at L2 Lounge in DC

Local Artist Ross Ruot Exhibition at L2 Lounge in DC

Self-taught Georgetown artist Ross Ruot will be presenting 13 of his visionary pieces on July 29th at L2 Lounge in Georgetown. Ross’s work has most recently been exhibited at the Bottle Works Ethnic Arts Center, Johnstown, PA, Museum of Contemporary Art of DC , Kelly’s Fine Art Gallery of Alexandria, VA and Artomatic, [...]

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Capital Sophisticate
Spice Up Your Summer at the Freer and Sackler Galleries’ “Asia After Dark”

Spice Up Your Summer at the Freer and Sackler Galleries’ “Asia After Dark”

Embark on after-work adventures at the Smithsonian’s Freer and Sackler Galleries with Asia After Dark 2010. Mix, mingle and sip specialty cocktails while checking out emerging musicians, dance performances, food from area restaurants, as well as Asian art and art activities.
Clear your calendar Thursday  for Asia After Dark’s Bhangra Night, featuring the internationally renowned DJ [...]

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Capital Sophisticate
Dance Diplomacy: DC’s Cultural Ambassador Step Afrika! Shares the Art of Stepping with the World

Dance Diplomacy: DC’s Cultural Ambassador Step Afrika! Shares the Art of Stepping with the World

DC is a town full of ambassadors, but how many of them do you know have dance moves and rhythm? I can’t think of any dignitaries that fit that bill, but there are 10 ultra-talented performers in the District who happen to be the area’s only cultural representatives to the rest of the country — [...]

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Capital Sophisticate
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