Get a scent that best fits your personality at this local shop. | Photos by NOVAtoday
Smell that? Notes of lavender and balsam exude from Arielle Shoshana, a new perfume shop at 313 Cameron Street in Old Town Alexandria, which offers a curated selection of one-of-a-kind perfumes.
Editor Ava, here. After smelling the seven scents in their line, each named after a day of the week, I was most drawn to “Friday,” with notes of honeysuckle, grapefruit, and crushed leaves.
The store originally opened back in 2015 in Fairfax’s Mosaic District. However, owners Arielle Shoshana Weinberg and Katri Haas thought this beautiful location — with a garden in the back — was better suited to their needs.
Their overarching goal, aside from providing you with a unique scent, is to create experiences — from intimate parties to garden weddings, and everything in between. “Perfume is such a luxury; the experience should feel that way too,” Haas said.
Get seedlings to grow your own produce at home. | Photo via Area 2 Farms
Biz
Area 2 Farms’ spring seed sale is officially open, and with limited supply, they usually sell out. Purchase what you need. Pick up week will take place from April 20-27, where you’ll be able to tour the new Fairfax location, participate in seedling care workshops, and meet local farmers.
Weather
Wondering where your snowplow is? The Virginia Department of Transportation offers a tracker that shows whether your street has been plowed, is scheduled to be plowed, or hasn’t been plowed yet.
Alexandria’s Winter Book Festival is next month on Saturday, Feb. 28 at the Kate Waller Barrett Branch Library. There will be a full itinerary from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Don’t miss the schedule of author talks. (ALXnow)
Plan Ahead
Fairfax County will host its Earth Day Festival at Lake Fairfax Park on Saturday, April 24, and applications to be a vendor are now open. Apply here by Monday, Feb. 23, and you’ll find out if you’re accepted by Monday, March 2.
Opening
The team behind Sfoglina is bringing a new cafe to Arlington’s Rosslyn neighborhood at 1100 Wilson Blvd. Helmed by Michelin-starred chef Fabio Trabocchi, the spot is one to watch. Check back for details on the opening date. (ARLnow)
Ranked
The report cards are here. Based on responses from more than 60,000 travelers, Dulles International Airport earned a rating of 3.7 out of 5, while Reagan National Airport scored slightly higher at 3.8. Both airports fall within the “very good” category. See the full breakdown. (FFXnow)
Stat
Over 200 million. That’s how many people across the US were impacted by the recent winter storm. The storm also triggered the highest number of flight cancellations since March 2020 during the COVID-19 pandemic. With more cold weather ahead, don’t miss Fairfax County’s steps to prepare. (NBC News)
Job
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Shop
If we could only buy one thing this month? We’d buy two — a two-piece set, that is. Eliminate outfit guesswork + look instantly put together with this best-selling comfy travel set, or turn the cozy up a notch with this knit loungewear set.*
We hope everyone is staying safe and warm after this weekend’s winter storm. I ended up walking by the Capitol building in DC to check out everyone sledding — there are some silver linings to the snow. Send us your snowy pics from around the region. We might even put it in the newsletter.
One of our favorite on-the-go essentials: deodorizing body wipes. We stash them in our car + purse because you never know when you’ll need a quick little refresh.
Find your next read at this popular bookstore in NOVA. | Photo by NOVAtoday
Once you’ve picked out your new scent from Arielle Shoshana, make sure to also check out Friends to Lovers, a romance bookstore in Old Town Alexandria that’s only a couple of stores away. Located at 301 Cameron St., it’s the perfect spot to find your next read for a snowy day.
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