I've worked with Monica for the past year, and she has completely changed the way I approach my…read morewardrobe and personal style. I'm a man in my mid-30s in a people-facing leadership role, which means I'm regularly in front of a wide variety of stakeholders. When I started working with Monica, I felt like I had fallen into a uniform: slacks, a shirt, and a blazer for work, and jeans and a button-down for a date night. Everything was perfectly fine, but getting dressed felt more utilitarian than personal, and I wanted to expand my style without feeling like I was wearing someone else's clothes. What I've appreciated most about working with Monica is that she didn't simply tell me what to buy. Through quarterly closet audits, we've gone through what I already own, put together specific outfits I wouldn't have thought of myself, and identified the actual gaps in my wardrobe. Over time, that process has helped me develop a much clearer sense of my own style and given me the confidence to move outside of my usual comfort zone. A year later, I have far more variety in what I wear for both work and my personal life, but more importantly, my clothes feel much more like a reflection of my personality. Getting dressed has become something I actually enjoy rather than just another part of my morning routine. I'd especially recommend Monica to someone who feels uninspired by getting dressed every day or has a closet full of perfectly good clothes but still finds themselves reaching for the same few combinations. Her service is about much more than shopping, it's about figuring out how you want to present yourself and then building a wardrobe that actually reflects that. For someone in a visible, people-facing role, that has been incredibly valuable.

I hired Monica because I was facing major transitions in my professional and personal life, and my…read morestyle didn't align with the path I was on. Monica certainly helped align both so that new opportunities became available to me, and I appeared confident in every room I showed up in.  With Monica's guidance, I learned to be more intentional about my outfit choices, to create a strategic framework for my purchases, and to find balance between the clothes that I wear professionally and socially. Prior to working with her, I had too many clothing options and nothing ever seemed quite right. She helped me realize that by making purchases based on (many) singular events, I wasn't giving myself the mental or physical space (in my closet) to see what I actually had and how I could use it in multiple ways. She fundamentally changed how I shop for clothes!  Lastly, the "emergency styling service" was an absolute lifesaver when I was tasked to interview a well-known author on a massive stage. We had less than 3 days to find something, and Monica worked her magic by going to the store, finding the perfect pieces, and having the established relationships to get the suit fully tailored in less than 24 hours. I appeared at Capitol One Hall in Tysons looking like I was already in my next career, and I will forever be so grateful for that moment and the spark she helped me to find.

I'm recuperating from recent surgery and was confined to my condo for weeks. I contacted Buckley's…read moreFor Seniors for various tasks and after talking to Deb, the manager, I was so impressed. She explained everything I needed to know. I was even more impressed when Sina came to help me with several tasks. He was punctual, very well mannered, and was quick and efficient in getting things done. Great company and great people; they really do care. Buckley's For Seniors is a Gem in Northern Virginia.

I was so happy to find this service through Care.com. I needed a diagnostic exam that required…read moresedation and needed a ride home. The cost was very affordable! Retirees and stay at home mom's provide the service. I got a confirmation and was given contact # of my escort. Easy process. Stress free. Highly recommend!

Ali is AMAZING! Working with her was truly one of the most enriching, joyful and…read moreconfidence-building experiences I've had in my 35 years! While I was initially somewhat self-conscious about deciding to work with a stylist, Ali's natural warmth, ease and confidence on our first intro zoom call immediately put me at ease. From there, she made every part of the process - from coming over to see my not-very-fashionable closet to curating a ThredUp board for me to giving me feedback on various new outfits - feel comfortable, fun and joyful. Throughout the process, I felt like I was hanging out with one of my best friends who just happened to be extremely fashion savvy! Perhaps what surprised and delighted me the most about working with Ali is that in addition to sharing her immense style wisdom, she was really invested in understanding who I am as a person and then finding ways to translate my essential nature into my clothes (which is not something I would have even thought was possible and definitely wouldn't have known how to do on my own). It was so much fun to discover new ways to express myself via clothes and I've been having a blast putting together new outfits ever since we worked together. I also appreciated what a great teacher Ali is. Rather than just selecting clothes for me, she taught me every step of the way why she was doing what she was doing, and how I could apply this knowledge on my own (e.g. how to figure out what your colors are, why certain lines work better than others, what kinds of elements to incorporate into each outfit, etc). As a result, I feel way more confident now putting together outfits for myself, as well as more discerning about what types of clothes to even search for in the first place. It also felt great to learn how to shop secondhand without sacrificing quality - if anything, I felt like the pieces we found were higher quality than what I would normally buy! I truly cannot say enough good things about Ali and her services. I have been recommending her to all my friends and family and am excited for anyone else who has the good fortune to work with her!

TLDR: I cannot recommend Ali and her services enough. Not only is she extremely fun and personable,…read morebut she's given me confidence in refining and creating a much more cohesive look and the ability to shop more consciously. I'm now able to shop on my own to find better quality pieces that compliment me--rather than end up in a landfill because I decide three months later I don't like it or it's falling apart at the seams. More context: I met Ali when she gave a free presentation at our local library and I knew I wanted to work with her. I decided to invest in her butterfly effect package as I turn 40 this year and scheduled a photo shoot to celebrate myself--and wanted the outfits I picked to reflect a true, confident me. Attached are a few photos of me wearing outfits Ali and I found using what she taught me. I only wish I found Ali sooner! She taught me so much--about the best color palette for me, how to extend my vertical line with an almond toe (vs round) shoe and how I was missing out on accentuating my small waist by choosing a mid rise vs high rise pant. She taught me that pant sizes aren't consistent which is why shopping for them is so difficult and that I was missing out by only looking at "size X"--I went up two sizes and found great high waisted pants at Current that I love. I've also been using ThredUp--a secondhand clothes app--for years. My online shopping session with Ali equipped me to find better, higher quality items using filters for certain types of fabrics and more. With the tips she's taught me, I can also now go to a secondhand clothing store in person and easily sift through and find what works and doesn't. I don't waste time on colors that don't work for me and I'm much more conscious of fabrics and trying to avoid synthetics--not only because they are bad for the environment, but because they don't last. Please consider investing in yourself and the planet! Buying clothes that don't work for you or give you confidence will only hurt your wallet and wind up in a landfill. Ali will teach you how to find a compelling look that completes you!

Working with Naina was an incredible experience…read more Going into the experience I was hoping to understand 1) how to reshape my wardrobe to have all pieces I was excited about, and knew how to style, b) how to shop more intentionally and experience less decision fatigue when shopping, c) learn how to play around with layers and know some new brands that were high quality but wouldn't break the bank, and d) feel confident in being able to identify the kinds of clothing cuts that would flatter my figure (general guidelines of what to stay away from, what to gravitate towards, etc.). Naina provided all of this hands down, and more. An added bonus was I learned a lot about how to transition outfits from day to night - how to use pieces in many more ways than one. After our session I was able to confidently clean out my closet and identify clothing pieces for donation, have some go to brands to buy the pieces we identified were missing, and my favorite part I had a digital look book going. It is such a great point of reference and makes getting ready so much easier. I also really appreciated how Naina's advice and insights were not anchored on uber trendy fads. I felt like I was learning how to dress with a classic, modern feel but while also learning how to have my own personal style (I really love color and fun textures in clothes and she helped me learn how to build that in). Everything clothing and wardrobe is finally fun for me, instead of a point of stress and feeling "meh". I will also say, Naina made herself available for a month after our sessions so we could keep emailing, adding links to the Pinterest board we created, I could show her pics of the outfits I was styling on my own, and get feedback. This was awesome - really helped build up my confidence that I was able to integrate the new things I learned and could take the new approach and run with it! I cannot say enough good things - don't hesitate working with her!

Everyone should use Naina's styling services! this was my first time working with a stylist, and it…read morewas a great experience. Naina goes through the effort of getting to know your ideal style, working with your existing clothes and helps you look polished and sharp for any occasion. The best part is, that after a styling session I felt like I had just gone shopping in my own closet! I use her advice on a daily basis, and will be asking her for more help in the future !

This complex offers first-rate shopping & dining experiences with its host of luxe merchants. From…read moreKendra Scott, White House Black Market, South Moon Under & L'Occitane to LOOK Dine-in Cinemas & upscale eateries including Sixty Vines & Fogo de Chão Brazilian Steakhouse, there's truly something to accommodate an array of styles & tastes. Plan a group outing or a cozy date night during this time of year & you're sure to be wowed by the festive holiday lights & decor. A Christmas tree stands in front of the ice skating rink, making the scenery even more majestic. Bonus feature: The parking garages are free, at least for now!

Went to the RTC splash pad today. On weekdays parking in the garages are free after 5 pm. There is…read morealso street parking but parallel parking stresses me out so I prefer to park in ramps even if they can get a little crowded. There were shady areas to sit while my little one enjoyed the splash pad.The grass nearby is artificial so there weren't many bugs which was a plus. Diaper changes can be a bit awkward since the nearest public restrooms are a bit far though.

I came In Recently with a lot of back pain and this brand hoka helped so much. I think I worked…read morewith Isaac. I love this store

This is a great place if you want some varieties of the more popular branded running or walking…read moreshoes like Hoka, cloud, mizuno etc. Some of your general shoe stores may have those brands, but definitely not the varieties this place carries. The service is very personal here. You get greeted and a sales rep comes to take your feet size on some machine and figure out your shoe size. They also have treadmills here for you to try out the shoes - an interesting touch of try before you buy. The price is worth the service they provide.

Went there to get help from their free stylist services I needed to update my work clothes to…read moresomething professional and comfortable . My stylist Ian was a genius, he is well educated on fashion and picked out some nice outfits for me to wear. He was also nice about accommodating my budget I was able to get some quality pieces for a great price. The process was very smooth and it was nice to have help I will be back in the spring to update my collection but definitely will be coming with a bigger budget

What happened to Nordstrom? Used to be a high end store, with high end service, and high end, well…read moredressed staff. Not anymore. Having some items tailored so I've been here 3 times in the last 2 weeks. Staff is wearing random, not professional, not trendy clothes. They look like punk teenagers. Nice. Service is ok. They all look at easy other to see who will have a turn out o help a customer at the register. What!!! 3 of us waiting and they are deciding whose turn it is. So bad.