Let’s celebrate July with a bang — and I’m not talking about fireworks! Mystique Jewelers is happy to share the best diamond sale on diamond engagement rings.

There’s no better place to share how to shop like a pro than in our beloved town of Alexandria, so I thought I’d kick off a little series in which I give you very specific ways to shop at each of our local boutiques. Let’s begin with The Hive…

The entire collection with its bright colors and ease makes me smile. My favorite is the Best Friend Necklace. If you are looking to add some happiness into your summer wardrobe this is the easiest way to do it.

I like the clean lines, the simple shape and fabrics that look better as they age. Parker Thatch checks all these boxes. I also like their sizes. The larger bags fit my laptop and lots of papers, and the slings and smaller bags are perfect for travel.

In 2013, Deirdre Roffani was in Spain and saw all the women riding around on their Vespas in bikinis with shirts over them and was inspired to start her own brand. She wanted to bring that casual summer vibe to the States.

“I was having dinner at Landini’s and I walked right past Courtney and her husband. And she stopped me and said, ‘Oh my God, what have you been doing?’ I shared that I was getting my masters in interior design and she said, ‘You’re going to work for me when you graduate.’ Once I moved back here, I reached out to her immediately.” 

While trends don’t drive our purchasing decisions, I find that we consistently end up carrying items that are both on-trend and have the ability to be timeless. Here are four Summer 2024 trends that we think make a good wardrobe investment — for now and forever.

Since it’s officially summer and the Fourth of July is almost here we wanted to help everyone spruce up their summer accessories. Starting June 27, all straw accessories are 50 percent off! Shop online or in store at The Shoe Hive, check them out!

The one item that folks come in looking for the most from April through July is: white jeans. To help everyone out with this summer staple we are having a White Denim Sale, June 24 through June 30. All white denim will be 20 percent off online and in store. 

Ashley’s background has been in surgical medicine for the past 20 years. “I’m an artist, and even though I can’t draw, I can paint your face. I can see the angles of your face, that's what injectable medicine is. It’s not replacing plastic surgery, it’s supporting your face. It’s changing the way your face catches the light.”

While we've been cruising around Old Town – walking, shopping, attending openings – we’ve also been checking out each other’s nails. We asked our contributors to share the summer hues they’re loving; see if any of these shades work for you.

If you are in the market for a new black pant, these are your pants: not too dressy, and not too casual. They’re the perfect in-between and so comfortable. Wear them with a light linen shirt for work this summer, or a tank top and sandals for something more casual.

We are moving into one of Old Town's most iconic storefronts and I couldn't be more thrilled about the enhanced shopping experience that awaits you in our beautiful, expanded space.

Krewe does a great job of breaking down different shapes for different faces. We wanted to share their expertise to maybe help edit your selection. Of course, we always think the best way to decide which pair to purchase is to try them on.

One of our signature and most popular necklaces is the link chain, which provides a unique and stylish touch to any outfit. To elevate your look, you can add a one-of-a-kind pendant like this South Sea pearl with a diamond and sapphire.

I’m sharing my favorite spring shoes since they are all marked down to 50 percent off. I mean, these shoes are the good stuff – made by master crafters in Italy!

If any brand could cause me to have a sunglasses addiction, this is the one. Their shapes and color are like no other brand out there. They make custom acetate and in my opinion that is what makes them unique.

Since 2016, when The Hive opened its doors at 301 Cameron Street, I have consistently heard two statements - almost weekly - and they’re related: “I wish The Hive and The Shoe Hive were right next to each other.”

I always say that my only regret in life is not studying abroad in college. But truth be told—it’s not wearing enough sunscreen. I wish I had lathered on the sunscreen as a child instead of opting for baby oil.

For a most special commemorative item, consider a custom lacquer clutch with your new name, initials, or perhaps his & hers crystal appliques. These clutches were inspired by the jewel box handbags of the 1950s, so beautiful they double as art when perched tabletop.