May 22, 2012

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Unique sales that only come but once –or twice—a year

12/27/11

Unique sales that only come but once –or twice—a year

Local stores offer big discounts.

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Urban Loft plans a spring grand opening

12/22/11

Urban Loft plans a spring grand opening

New Bethesda furniture store showcases art by local artists

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Face time for kids

12/21/11

Face time for kids

Bethesda graphic designer launches Fickle Face, a new clothing line for kids

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Zelaya Shoes to Close

12/16/11

Zelaya Shoes to Close

After nine years, Zelaya will close in mid to late February.

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The shopping countdown continues

12/13/11

The shopping countdown continues

Jellybean menorah, jewelry trunk shows and a yoga studio holiday fair

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DIY Lingerie

12/12/11

DIY Lingerie

When these local women couldn’t find what they needed, they hunkered down and made it themselves—and just in time for the holidays

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‘Tis the season at Rockville Town Square and Bethesda Row

12/08/11

‘Tis the season at Rockville Town Square and Bethesda Row

A tree lighting and holiday shopping specials make the season bright

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Two new mall shops

12/05/11

Two new mall shops

Only US location of Konplott jewelry boutique opens in Bethesda. H&M opens a new store at Westfield Wheaton Tuesday at noon.

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Holiday deals, steals and events this week

11/30/11

Holiday deals, steals and events this week

December arrives like a real party girl, ushering in a host of events, shows and sales.

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Bella Italia gains international recognition

11/29/11

Bella Italia gains international recognition

Accenti d’Italia recognizes Bethesda’s Bella Italia for its handcrafted artisan wares. The store will celebrate with special events, a party and opera on Dec. 3.

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Black Friday on Bethesda Row

11/23/11

Black Friday on Bethesda Row

Shops offer deals on everything from jewelry to handbags to hair color

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Porcelanosa celebrates opening

11/22/11

Porcelanosa celebrates opening

Upscale Porcelanosa celebrates its new location with a celebrity chef, tapas and a supermodel

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Black Friday starts at midnight

11/22/11

Black Friday starts at midnight

Both Westfield Montgomery and Wheaton malls premiere midnight openings for specials sales and events

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Need a gift? Unique choices at Occasions in Cabin John Mall

11/18/11

Need a gift? Unique choices at Occasions in Cabin John Mall

Potomac native Stephanie Menick opens the gift shop in her hometown

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Meet Artist R. Nichols at Neiman Marcus Wednesday night

11/15/11

Meet Artist R. Nichols at Neiman Marcus Wednesday night

The illustrator of French Women Don’t Get Fat is launching his first line of D.C.-themed holiday cards

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Everything’s coming up Roses on the Pike

11/14/11

Everything’s coming up Roses on the Pike

Pike & Rose promises to bring a whole new look to Montrose Road and Rockville Pike

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Let your garden grow

11/08/11

Let your garden grow

Local garden centers are offering a fall cornucopia of specials and sales

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On your mark, get set, go: the shopping season starts now

11/03/11

On your mark, get set, go: the shopping season starts now

A fill-up-your-bag sale and Strathmore’s Museum Shop Around offer a wealth of eclectic, unique gifts

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Four stores to open in the area

11/01/11

Four stores to open in the area

From the rugged outdoors to beachy styles—and a new yoga studio with a boutique--grand opening celebrations offer something for everyone. Here’s a round-up of events, launches and openings.

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Weekend—and beyond—wrap up

10/27/11

Weekend—and beyond—wrap up

Here are some upcoming trunk shows, parties and fundraisers in our locally owned shops

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Officina Profumo-Farmaceutica di Santa Maria Novella celebrates its grand opening

10/25/11

Officina Profumo-Farmaceutica di Santa Maria Novella celebrates its grand opening

The newest U.S. outpost of the 600-year-old pharmacy brings old-world tradition and modern luxury to Chevy Chase

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Kick off Care for Kids week and an “upscale yard sale”

10/20/11

Kick off Care for Kids week and an “upscale yard sale”

Kick off Care for Kids week on Bethesda Row and BUYS, an “upscale yard sale”

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Ready to work out—your brain?

10/20/11

Ready to work out—your brain?

Get your gray matter moving at Games Night at Montgomery Mall’s new Marbles: The Brain Store.

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Snowimage and Apifeni come to Bethesda

10/13/11

Snowimage and Apifeni come to Bethesda

The return of the seasonal Snowimage pop-up shop offers a wealth of sleek down jackets and Apifeni’s trunk show’s got you covered for the gym

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Care for Kids shopping cards are on sale now

10/07/11

Care for Kids shopping cards are on sale now

Receive discounts from local merchants and benefit The Children’s National Medical Center

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Girls Night Out, Safe Babies and a Passport to Style

10/03/11

Girls Night Out, Safe Babies and a Passport to Style

Three local events to keep you fashionably in the know

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Looking for adventure or something new? Motivation may have just arrived.

09/28/11

Looking for adventure or something new? Motivation may have just arrived.

The Ski Center is sponsoring The North Face speaker series, featuring extreme skier Ingrid Backstrom.

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Ways to Help Take Your Fall Wardrobe From Drab to Fab

09/27/11

Ways to Help Take Your Fall Wardrobe From Drab to Fab

Julia Farr hosts a White + Warren trunk show and Bloomingdale’s White Flint presents stylist Lloyd Boston of Jones New York

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Crafty ArtSpring Finds a New Home

09/23/11

Crafty ArtSpring Finds a New Home

Arts nonprofit plans to open in Takoma Park on Tuesday

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Boutique Week comes to Bethesda Row

09/22/11

Boutique Week comes to Bethesda Row

The eight-day second annual fashion event features trunk shows, designer appearances and a D.C. film premiere

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Slithering into Fall

09/20/11

Slithering into Fall

Snakeskin has charmed its way into a major fall fashion trend

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09/13/11

Bethesda Urban Partnership Announces the October Opening of Gallery B

The new gallery provides local artists a new venue to show their work.

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District Sample Sale Tickets on Sale Now

09/12/11

District Sample Sale Tickets on Sale Now

Find deep discounts from your favorite local shops on Sept. 26.

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09/01/11

Fashion's Night Out hits Bethesda Sept. 8

Celebrate at Westfield Montgomery Mall’s inaugural event

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Two new boutique wine and beer shops come to Bethesda

08/30/11

Two new boutique wine and beer shops come to Bethesda

Offerings range from international wineries to locally crafted brews

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Au Revoir, Pierre Deux

08/29/11

Au Revoir, Pierre Deux

The country-French retailer bids adieu

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08/24/11

Allay Yoga Plans a Labor Day Opening in Kensington

The studio gives new meaning to Downward Facing Dog.

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08/22/11

The Former Gaylord’s Will House Two New Showrooms

Miller’s Furs plans a move to Leland Avenue.

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Joyful Bath Time

08/15/11

Joyful Bath Time

Learn what makes a “joyful bath” at Whole Foods’ Spa Night.

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08/12/11

Renovation Sale and a Summer Style Sweepstakes

Store makeover means bargains for shoppers, and the Shops at Wisconsin Place announce Summer Style Sweepstakes.

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New Cycling Studio Coming to Cordell Avenue in Bethesda

08/10/11

New Cycling Studio Coming to Cordell Avenue in Bethesda

ZenGo Fitness takes up where Velovoom left off.

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Dormified

08/08/11

Dormified

My Best Friend’s Closet is hosting a Dormify trunk show and event.

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08/03/11

Hot Dog Days Specials and Sales

Stores slash prices and WSC offers free "heat wave" workouts.

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08/02/11

Outlets Coming to Downtown Silver Spring

The Outlets at Silver Spring will be replacing the old City Place Mall.

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Framed the French Way

08/01/11

Framed the French Way

French framing shop L’Eclat de Verre opens in Chevy Chase.

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New Venues for Beauty and Fitness at Park Potomac

07/29/11

New Venues for Beauty and Fitness at Park Potomac

Orchid Nails & Spa opens at Park Potomac, with an exercise studio on the way.

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Hair Today, Gone Tomorrow at Congressional Plaza

07/27/11

Hair Today, Gone Tomorrow at Congressional Plaza

Oxygen Hair Salon moves in when Perez Salon & Day Spa leaves Congressional Plaza.

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07/26/11

Orchard Gallery Closed

The owners hope to find a new location for their framing business.

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New Stores Coming to Montgomery Mall

07/22/11

New Stores Coming to Montgomery Mall

Fossil opens Monday, July 25. Madewell and Tommy Bahama coming soon.

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Shoppers Take to the Streets

07/21/11

Shoppers Take to the Streets

Bargains ($25 jeans anyone?) abound at the Bethesda Row Sidewalk Sale.

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'Wine-Not' Wednesdays at Julia Farr

07/20/11

'Wine-Not' Wednesdays at Julia Farr

The boutique offers designer discounts through July.

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The North Face Opening on Bethesda Row

07/19/11

The North Face Opening on Bethesda Row

The company is shooting for a November opening.

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Hot Mamas Hit Downtown Bethesda

07/13/11

Hot Mamas Hit Downtown Bethesda

On July 25, Capital City Mamas of Potomac will launch its inaugural event.

Posted at 09:25 AM | Permalink | Comments

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Welcome to Shop Talk. We’ll keep you posted on the local retail scene: openings, closings and what’s new from local entrepreneurs. Jump in and tell us what you want to hear about: Fashion trends? Trunk shows? Events?

A contributing editor of Bethesda Magazine, Karen Watkins has lived in Bethesda for over 20 years, and has been with the magazine since the first issue. She has written for nearly every department and started writing Shop Talk in 2005. When she’s not busy writing, she’s likely to be shopping—doing “research.” It’s a dirty job, but someone’s got to do it.

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