42 Black-owned life and style businesses in Northern Virginia
From luxury salons to fitness studios, these local shops of Northern Virginia offer a must-try service for everyone.
How much exercise should your dog be getting this summer?
We spoke with Kim Gilliam, co-owner of the region’s first dog gym, Frolick Dogs, about the importance of safely exercising, doggy day care and staying afloat during the pandemic.
Wear Ever Jewelry owner shares how COVID-19 has affected business
Jennifer Park turned a run-down building in Old Town into a thriving artisan jewelry gallery and school. Now, she’s using Zoom to teach workshops and fill custom orders.
Doing your nails at home? Here are expert tips from Manassas-based Peppi Gels
Co-founder Tiffany Sisouphonh shares her tips on embracing the nail painting learning curve, taking time for yourself and the company’s new color line.
Leesburg’s A Wedding Loft offering intimate wedding ceremonies amid COVID-19
As couples across the region are forced to postpone or cancel their big day, Barbara Kriss of A Wedding Loft is giving them an alternate option.
Alexandria business owners partner together to create hand-painted headbands
Maranathá Rodriguez of Dmaran Design and Sue Henry of Tulusa have debuted the spring-inspired Capsule Collection. Here, Rodriquez gives us the inside scoop on the partnership, the pieces and what’s to come.