
Whether you consider yourself a fashionista, or simply want to learn a thing or two about makeup and new hairstyles, there’s a fun event happening in NoVA that’s just your style. Find 10 of our favorite upcoming shopping and beauty events, below.
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Shop in Peace
Nov. 1-12, times vary
It’s already Christmastime at The Old Lucketts Store. Head to this annual and wildly popular event to take a walk through Lucketts’ holiday Design House where everything is decorated with holiday decor. The best part? You can purchase any item you see on display. // The Old Lucketts Store: 42350 Lucketts Road, Leesburg; $10-$25
Complimentary Styling with Dyson Hair Care
Friday Nov. 1, 3-4 p.m. and 7-8 p.m.
Receive a free dry styling at the Dyson Demo Store, where an expert will showcase how to use the latest in Dyson’s hair care technology. During the appointment, a stylist will analyze your hair, styling needs and challenges to teach you techniques to use during your everyday beauty routine. // Dyson Demo Store: 8030 Tysons Corner Center, Tysons; free
Jewelry Pop-Up with Cindy Liebel
Saturday, Nov. 2, 11 a.m.-3 p.m.
Meet and greet local artist Cindy Liebel, known for her metalsmith works and fine jewelry sold at galleries and boutiques across the U.S., Canada and abroad. Liebel will also introduce her latest jewelry collection at this event, and will be taking jewelry orders, as well. // Gift & Gather: 307 Mill St., Occoquan; free
Makeup & Mimosas
Sunday, Nov. 3, 2-5 p.m.
IndigoChanel, a local makeup artist, will teach a master makeup class for those who want to learn how to enhance natural beauty with hints of makeup for everyday looks. The goal of the class is to teach attendees how to nail down a daily makeup routine that will take 20 minutes or less to complete. The seminar is open to beginning or experienced individuals in the beauty field. Demonstrations include makeup application on a model; skin prep; foundation and concealer matching; a two-step eyeshadow lesson; eyebrows; lips; blush; strip lash; and more. // IndigoChanel MakeUp: 225 Century Place, Alexandria; $50-$150
Slow Fashion October Book Club Meeting
Monday, Nov. 4, 7-9 p.m.
Old Town Books will be hosting a special pop-up book club meeting at Threadleaf with drinks, snacks and a Q&A session on ethical, eco-friendly fashion with Stitch Sew Shop and Fibre Space. The book that will be discussed is The Conscious Closet, by Elizabeth L. Cline, which serve as a guide to building sustainable wardrobes. // Threadleaf: 102 N. Fayette St., Alexandria; free
Beauty and Brunch
Sunday, Nov. 10, 11 a.m.-2 p.m.
Les Bourgeois Artistry Bridal and Special Events, a hair and makeup company, recently opened a new studio in downtown Culpeper. To celebrate the grand opening, it is hosting a beauty and brunch event with mimosas, doughnuts, shrimp and grits, giveaways, take-home swag bags and more. Makeup artists and hairstylists will also be on-site to discuss bridal beauty. // Les Bourgeois Artistry: 125 SE St., Culpeper; $0-$5
Polished Uniform Hairstyles Class
Sunday, Nov. 10, noon-3 p.m.
Are you a woman in the military? If so, this class is for you. Just because your hair must meet regulations in uniform doesn’t mean it can’t be stylish. This class will teach you a variety of ponytails, buns, braids and more. Drinks and sweet treats will be provided. // Salon deZEN: 118 N. Fayette St., Alexandria; $35
61st Cooley-Moore Scholarship Luncheon Fashion Show
Sunday, Nov. 10, 2-5 p.m.
IFNV, the charitable affiliate of the Zeta Chi Omega of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, will be hosting its 61st annual fashion show to raise scholarship money for students attending schools in Arlington and Alexandria. There will also be stylish vendors, a 50-50 raffle, silent auction, food and more. // Hilton McLean Tysons Corner: 7920 Jones Branch Drive, McLean; $60-$10,000
KBC Winter Fashion Show
Wednesday, Nov. 13, 5:30-9 p.m.
Keula Binelly Couture will present its KBC Fall/Winter 2019-20 fashion show and networking mixer at Greenhouse Bistro. Participating vendors will also be on-site to give you a headstart on holiday shopping. // Greenhouse Bistro: 2070 Chainbridge Road, Vienna; $0-$10
Small Business Saturday at the Zen Lounge
Saturday, Nov. 30, 1-6 p.m.
Join The Zen Lounge to celebrate local small businesses. Start your holiday shopping and give back to the community (every canned good you donate will result an additional raffle ticket). // The Zen Lounge: 9042 Hornbaker Road, Manassas; free