Alexandria Stylebook: Our Holiday Wish List

This is a busy, bright, stressful, happy, lonely, joyful, time of year. And while we all hold deep wishes of sentimental things in our hearts, we also have some special gifts we’d love to be “surprised” with this holiday season.

Here’s our wish list:

Katelin, Family First Law: This American in Paris Collection Elora Printed “Birds” dress. I did a little digging and found it was designed by AIP’s Founder, Alex. Featuring buttons down the front, pleats, slits and a detachable belt, this dress is something I can easily take from day to night, and style with tights.

Photo: American in Paris

Elizabeth M., Mystique Jewelers: One of the blessings (dangers) of my business is being surrounded by beautiful and unique pieces of jewelry every day. Who says you can’t desire things your own boutiques sell? For me, it’s these Moroccan Opal Sunburst Earring Charms. They feature a cabochon opal stone in the center with small white diamonds and sky blue topaz gemstones around it to create a beautiful sunburst design set in 18k yellow gold.

Photo: Moroccan Opal Sunburst Earring Charms, Mystique

Shara, Back 2 Health: I'm trying really hard to improve my sleep hygiene and my top priority is to remove the phone from my bedroom. Unfortunately, I use it as an alarm so my biggest holiday wish item is the Hatch. I’ve been researching it for quite some time but haven't pulled the trigger yet....hint, hint Rob (my husband).

Tim, Alx&Co: Tools…battery-operated. Once you start with a brand you stick with them for life, it’s a battery thing. So, DeWalt for me.

Maria Elizabeth, Salon DeZEN: I want the Dyson Air Wrap!  

Britt, The Patterson Group: I’m looking for a tan (not brown or black) pair of boots that hit just under the knee and are slightly fitted—not riding style. I have literally spent two hours online looking for them…they don’t exist. Help! 

Meghan, Alexandria Stylebook: I wasn’t looking for it, but THIS red Burberry coat at Mint Condition found me.

Megan, ConsignALX: A DC staycation with my hubby, close to my boys but far enough to get a little time out!

Elizabeth T., The Shoe Hive: My list can be long and is usually filled with everything by Adina Reyter. I love all her charms that you can attach to either a chain you already own, or to something from her collection. It’s pretty much the perfect gift for a mom or someone that you shop for all the time; you can just add a charm each time you need a new gift.

Rainbow, Alexandria Stylebook: When Katie at Mint Condition slipped this Gucci backpack on my shoulders and said, “it looks great on you and matches your boots,” I didn’t disagree. Now that my daughter is out of diapers, I want a designer backpack– not a diaper bag. Thanks Katie!

What’s on your holiday wish list? Share with us on Instagram.

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Rainbow Kirby

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Rainbow (yes, real name) has called Alexandria home for seven years. A transplant from New York City, the charm and historic beauty of Old Town convinced her to take the leap, as did husband Drew who recently retired from the Air Force. She is mom to twin, teenage stepsons and young daughter, Indigo.

Her 20+ year career experience spans brand building, business development, content marketing and event planning for companies including Clear Channel, Runner’s World, Disney, The New York Jets and The Female Quotient. Rainbow received her Masters in Integrated Marketing from New York University, and digital marketing certification from the University of Virginia. 

As Managing Editor, she is focused on boosting engagement for Stylebook and its contributors--the local businesses of Alexandria that make it one of the best small cities in the country!

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