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The Dandelion Patch Opens Outlet in Tysons Corner
Posted by Natalie Kaar / Tuesday, February 7th, 2012
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Hello there, shoppers!
If any of you were thinking that The Dandelion Patch and the local chain’s always-energized leader Heidi Kallett would be slowing down any time soon, guess again.
Not only did the store, with locations in Vienna and Reston, expand to Georgetown and Leesburg last year but it’s opening another store at National Harbor this spring and an outlet in Tysons (8455 Tyco Road) today, Feb. 7!
How does 50-75 percent off The Dandelion Patch’s stellar selection of stationery and gifts every day sound? Thought so!
Happy shopping!
–Natalie Kaar
PS. When the Reston Dandelion Patch reopens Feb. 16 (the store is busy moving to Library St. at Reston Town Center), from 6:30-8:30 p.m., Bella Figura will be hosting a paper party to show off their new collection of invitations at the new store. The first 25 brides to register will get a SWAG bag filled with Bella Figura goodies; one lucky winner will receive 100 free invitations; and each registered attendee will score a $25 gift card from The Dandelion Patch.
Posted by Natalie Kaar / Friday, January 27th, 2012
Hello there, shoppers!
If you’ve found that there’s just no better way to usher in the weekend than through partaking in a little retail therapy, today you’re really in for a treat. Get a load at just a few of the downright amazing deals awaiting you.
For starters, when it comes to White Sales, Red Barn Mercantile in Alexandria and Vienna’s Valerianne know how it’s done. While this is the last weekend to partake in Red Barn Mercantile’s 20-percent-off deal on designer bedding, Valerianne’s White Sale is just beginning, with up to 75-percent savings on luxe linens for the bed, bath and table! And Red Barn Mercantile fans, there’s no reason to be sad if you can’t stop in this weekend. Not only will the store be at the OTBD Warehouse Sale next weekend with blow-your-mind bargains (see your fave Old Town stores’ Facebook pages for previews) but custom furniture will be discounted 25 percent at the shop in February — all month long.
Meanwhile, Madisonbelle, out if Leesburg, is offering a 20-percent discount on any one spring item today and tomorrow, Jan. 28.
And in Reston, The Dandelion Patch is about to move right down the street. To lighten their load (don’t we all hate moving?), the store is offering everything in the Reston store at 30 percent off this weekend.
Also, spa fans, great news! Tranquility Day Spa, a treasured Manassas serenity spot for over a decade, is having a grand re-opening celebration in downtown Haymarket today, from 6:30-8 p.m., highlighting its new Beauty Bar and Sleep Lounge, offering service sampling, complimentary food and wine pairings, and more!
And don’t forget about the anniversary celebration at IKEA in Woodbridge.
Happy shopping!
–Natalie Kaar
Posted by Natalie Kaar / Friday, January 6th, 2012
As seen on "American Idol," this dress is available at Undeniable Boutique at 25 percent off!
Hello there, shoppers!
If your weekend plans leave any room for shopping, you’re really in for a treat: local sales galore.
A few of the most enticing:
Now’s the perfect time to get organized for the new year, and The Dandelion Patch (all locations) is offering all agendas and calendars this weekend only, Jan. 6-8, for $5.
It’s also time to get your abode nice and welcoming for the cold months ahead — believe it or not with today’s blissful temps — and Red Barn Mercantile in Alexandria is having a White Sale, with all in-store bedding discounted 20 percent off.
And when is it not a great time to grab a fab new pair of jeans? Periwinkle in National Harbor is offering 20 percent off all jeans today through 7 p.m., and free two-hour parking validation with any purchase.
And for those mommas and papas who love to plan ahead, Dharma & Leopold’s in Gainesville is offering all fall clothing at a 40-percent discount, and all holiday apparel is now discounted 60 percent. Plus, just a heads-up, they now carry bridal party apparel for little ones.
Oh, and definitely don’t forget that Urban Chic is having a designer blowout sale at their Fairfax Corner location until it closes for good on Jan. 14. Save on DVF, Rebecca Minkoff and more! Neighboring Undeniable Boutique is also having a serious sale on party dresses, skirts, jackets, pants and more!
Lots of the big chains are also offering big bargains. For instance, Cusp is having a Last Cuts Sale; enjoy up to 65 percent off regular-priced apparel and accessories from the hottest designers in contemporary fashion!
Happy shopping!
–Natalie Kaar
SALES & NEWS: End-of-the-Year Deals
Posted by The Editorial Desk / Friday, December 30th, 2011
Hello, shoppers!
Gifts have been exchanged, and the tinsel is slowly making its way down from around the tree – the holidays might be coming to an end, but the shopping season is still alive and well.
Every shop in town, from our favorite department stores to corner boutiques, is cutting prices in the name of the New Year. And SWAG is here to shine a little light on the best, and most fashion-forward, winter sales.
Hysteria in Old Town is taking 30 percent off fall and winter merchandise starting today. The boutique’s designer labels have all been marked down, with Diane von Furstenberg, Smythe and Tory Burch just a few of the names on the winter sale rack. Hysteria’s neighbor shop The Shoe Hive is also in on the winter sale, but do make sure you fall in love with your purchase – all sale items at both stores are final sale.
Hysteria's Smythe trench on sale for $431. (Photo courtesy of shophysteria.com)
Remember that Urban Chic in Fairfax is ringing in the New Year with their company-wide blowout sale Jan 2-14. Very close by, also at Fairfax Corner, Undeniable Boutique has slashed prices on dresses just in time for NYE with many marked 25 percent off.
It’s also the most wonderful time of the year: Bloomingdale’s annual After Christmas sale, of course. The clearance cuts up to 75 percent off women’s clothing, up to 50 percent off men’s, kids’, jewelry, shoes and handbags and up to 50 percent off home items. The sale’s good online and in-store through Monday and is running with Bloomie’s semi-annual handbag sale – 30 percent off everyone from Kate Spade to Marc Jacobs.
Bloomingdale's Theory Arlinda dress, on sale for $249. (Photo courtesy of bloomingdales.com)
Gap is clearing out their winter collection with a 60-percent-off holiday sale. Everything from wide-leg trousers to skinny jeans to the classic’s casual cardigans and knit sweaters have been slashed. And Gap’s sister store Banana Republic is sweetening the deal with 30 percent off sale items, online only, until Jan. 1.
Gap's boatneck buttoned sweater, on sale for $20. (Photo courtesy of gap.com)
Plus, holiday items are on final clearance at The Dandelion Patch — now up to 50 percent off!
Happy shopping, and saving in the New Year!
– Chloe Gould
PS. Arlington’s Crystal Boutique starts their pre-spring sale Jan. 19! Check out their winter fashions from Lafayette 148, Alicia Peru and Bordado.
Posted by The Editorial Desk / Thursday, November 24th, 2011
Hello, shoppers!
This special Thanksgiving installment of Style Sense is about Heidi Kallett, president and CEO of The Dandelion Patch with stores in Reston, Vienna, Leesburg and Georgetown — and a fifth location to open at National Harbor early next year.
Kallett dishes about her classic Style Sense. (Photo courtesy of Heidi Kallett)
We were excited to see how the super-busy entrepreneur and mom manages to always go from event to event with a megawatt smile and enviable style. And Kallett was kind enough to share the code — mainly, stay classy.
Q. How would you describe your fashion sense?
A. Very easily I am Charlotte from ‘Sex and the City.‘ I like the finer things in life, but I’m far more of a traditionalist than a fashionista. I like styles that span years as opposed to up to the minute. A woman’s figure is gorgeous; she doesn’t need to show a ton of skin to be beautiful.
Q. Does your fashion sense reflect that of your stores?
A. Very much so, yes. Our brand is very much a Charlotte brand. I’m a walking, living, breathing testimony to the styles you would find at The Dandelion Patch.
Q. What designers do you like best?
A. Elie Tahari, Tory Burch, Kate Spade, Nanette Lepore.
Q. What fashion item can’t you live without?
A. My pearl earrings, I wear them almost every day and they go with everything; they’re never inappropriate and never go out of style. I got them from my husband on our wedding day.
Q. What’s a trend you live by?
A. I’m always cold. I love a long boot; it keeps me warm and stylish at the same time. You can dress them up and down.
Q. What’s a trend you hate?
A. Showing your undergarments; they’re called undergarments for a reason. In the summer in particular, I think bra straps should be hidden.
Q. When did you first get into fashion?
A. Isn’t every girl into fashion? Clearly, when I was young. I think I’m slightly different in my fashion idols are slightly different than most: Jackie O, Audrey Hepburn. I’ve always admired exquisite taste, and it comes so naturally to them.
Q. Favorite fashion quote?
A. Coco Chanel: “A girl should be two things: classy and fabulous.”
Q. Of your fashion models, who exemplifies style the most?
A. Jackie O. Grace Kelly is another one. Princess Diana.
Q. What’s a fashion mantra that you disagree with?
A. I disagree with the saying ‘If you’ve got it, flaunt it’ … leave something to the imagination.
Thanks, Heidi. Here’s to keeping it classy.
Happy Thanksgiving, everyone!
– Lexie Ramage
Tonight: Sip, Sample & Shop to Support Life with Cancer
Posted by Natalie Kaar / Wednesday, November 9th, 2011
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Hello there, shoppers! I hope your calendar is not too full tonight. From 6-9 p.m. it will be time for Inova’s annual Sip, Sample, Shop event to benefit Life with Cancer.
Life with Cancer helps local families affected by cancer cope, through education, information and support programs, offered free of charge thanks to donations. Held at the Waterford at Fair Oaks, right by Fair Oaks Mall, Sip, Sample, Shop features dozens of top area restaurants and retailers (Think Bazin’s, The Dandelion Patch, Valerianne), who will all be donating 15 percent of purchases to the nonprofit.
And it’s not too late to attend. Online ticketing has closed, but tickets, $50, will be sold at the door.
Talk about feel-good shopping!
–Natalie Kaar
The Dandelion Patch’s Personalization-Palooza!
Posted by The Editorial Desk / Monday, October 31st, 2011
Hello, shoppers!
Need something personalized or engraved? Then check out The Dandelion Patch’s Personalization-Palooza! This fabulous event will be held in the Reston location on Nov.1 and the Vienna location on Nov. 10 from 7-9 p.m.
(Photo courtesy of The Dandelion Patch)
Everyone hates to wait so while your items are being personalized, listen to Leigh Macdonald — author of “Nice Shoes, No Drama” — give tips on gift giving and enjoy complimentary bubbly and sweets! Does it get sweeter?!
(Photo courtesy of The Dandelion Patch)
Yep, it does! Back to personalizing, a few details: Sew Judy Sew! will monogram whatever you need from cosmetic bags to cashmere scarves. Hampton Paper’s trunk show will offer free return address labels with each Hampton Paper purchase. And along with The Dandelion Patch offering free engraving on all stationery, notes and gifts, the store will also be doling out 20-percent savings on select items!
Don’t forget your girlfriends! The first 25 people that register with a girlfriend will receive a $20 gift card!
RSVP to vienna@thedandelionpatch.com or reston@thedandelionpatch.com.
The Reston location is at 11923 Market St., and can be reached at 703-689-2240. The Vienna location is at 111 Church St. NW, Suite 101, and can be reached at 703-319-9099.
Happy shopping!
–Lexie Ramage
PS. Congrats to The Dandelion Patch for announcing this week that they’ll be opening up a fifth location at National Harbor!
Sale and Soiree Time at The Medical Spa at Nova
Posted by Natalie Kaar / Tuesday, October 4th, 2011
Enjoy IPL specials and a very special event at The Medical Spa at Nova this month! (IMAGE: Subbotina Anna/Shutterstock)
Hello there, shoppers! Hoping to put a fresh face forward for fall? The Medical Spa at Nova is ready to help you do that, while saving you some serious dough.
Throughout the month of October, enjoy $50 OFF a 30-minute IPL treatment. Nova’s Sciton IPL can also treat rosacea, broken capillaries of the face and acne. For a limited time only, acne treatments will start at just $100 per session. Mention FALL IPL SPECIAL when booking to redeem the special offer. Call 703-554-1130 to book your appointment. (Some restrictions apply.)
But that’s not all that that’s happening this month at The Medical Spa at Nova. They’re hosting a very special soiree on Oct. 19, from 5:30-8 p.m., benefiting local breast cancer awareness organization The Tigerlily Foundation. Northern Virginia Magazine is proud to be the official media sponsor.
The “open spa” event will include demonstrations of various forms of massage, body wraps, facials and more — including some of the spa’s treatments especially suited for breast cancer survivors. Those who attend will be able to sample a few complimentary treatments and products during the reception (on a first-come, first-serve basis) and makeup demonstrations will be available thanks to Makeup Artistry by Tracie. Nova’s integrative medical team will also be in attendance and able to answer questions about treatments and services throughout the evening.
Party-goers will also enjoy wine tasting courtesy of Il Pioppo Wines and an assortment of hors d’oeuvres, desserts and refreshments provided by Windows Catering, Chantel’s Bakery, The Chocolate Chick, Kendra’s Cookies, Allergan and Tea Forte. Plus, vendor tables (WD Designs Awareness Jewelry, The Dandelion Patch, Beijo Bags, Il Pioppo Wines, etc.) will be scattered throughout the soiree, selling products ranging from fine jewelry to stationery, with a portion of sales proceeds to benefit Tigerlily; and there will be a silent auction and raffle including spa treatments and beauty products, dinner certificates, golf rounds, tailgate parties and more.
Admission is $20 (breast cancer survivors are invited to attend free of charge), with all proceeds benefiting Tigerlily.
Happy shopping!
–Natalie Kaar
Dandelion Patch Pics That Could Pay
Posted by Natalie Kaar / Tuesday, July 19th, 2011
(verabradley.com)
Hello there, shoppers! It’s that time of year again for the “Where in the World is The Dandelion Patch?” contest and the free swag that it brings.
Take a photo of yourself or your fam holding a shopping bag from The Dandelion Patch while on vacation this summer, and you could win a free Vera Bradley tote.
Just make sure the photo is high-res., and send it to Heidi@thedandelionpatch.com by Aug. 31. And note that while a trip to the community pool can be quite cathartic and vacay-esque, this contest calls for photos taken outside of the D.C.-Metro area.
Other rules: Only one photo per family or group will be counted. And to be eligible to win you must agree to let TDP use your photo for marketing purposes.
Happy shopping and snapping!
–Natalie Kaar
Posted by Natalie Kaar / Thursday, July 7th, 2011
Furniture from Lee Industries (shopthenestegg.blogspot.com)
Hello there, shoppers! If you think summer sales are the most exciting things taking place at area stores right now, you may be wrong. After all, it’s not just mid-season markdowns that are incredible, so is the new inventory according to several area merchants.
A few examples:
The Nest Egg in Fairfax now offers custom, made-in-the-U.S.A., upholstered furniture from the renowned Lee Industries.
Valerianne in Vienna has a lovely new line of tabletop ceramics and pottery all handmade using clay from the Andes Mountains in Peru. The store has numerous place-setting ideas and one-of-a-kind serving pieces and accessories. Oh, and very important: Each piece is dishwasher-, microwave- and oven-safe!
The Dandelion Patch, in Vienna, Reston and Leesburg, just got the fall colors of Vera Bradley accessories in stock for early back-to-school shoppers. Sorry to mention the S-word, kids.
And Gossip on 23rd, in Crystal City, as we have mentioned before, now has a much bigger store, including items for little ones and men, in addition to all of their on-trend, wallet-friendly ladies’ wear. For more on the expansion, see our August issue.
Happy shopping!
–Natalie Kaar
