
When one of its stylists feared returning to work, this Arlington salon got innovative
Face masks cover your face, obviously. But what happens when you’re hard of hearing and rely on reading lips to communicate with your clients? The Smitten Salon figured it out.

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.

Insider’s Guide: Beauty maven Nikita Rhodes Montgomery talks style must-haves
In this month’s edition of Insider’s Guide, where NoVA notables share their fashion-forward advice on how to lead a stylish life, Montgomery talks belts, skin care and the legacy of her Alexandria salon.

Barber shops are closed. Here’s how to cut your (or your partner’s) hair
The Ultimate Barber in Alexandria and The Standard Barbershop in Fairfax have closed up shop for now. But experts from both have helpful advice for when the clippers come out at home.

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.

Mara Hair and Mode Studio offering at-home hair care amid coronavirus closure
The Fairfax-based salon and boutique will offer virtual consultations with stylists, at-home hair coloring kits and more.