Copyright 2012 http://www.nbcwashington.com/the-scene/shopping en-us Wed, 16 May 2012 16:44:20 -0400 Wed, 16 May 2012 16:44:20 -0400 NBC Owned Television Stations http://www.nbcwashington.com/video/#!/the-scene/shopping/Missoni-Presents-Home-Collection-at-Washington-Design-Center/151685475 Wed, 16 May 2012 10:25:25 -0400 http://media.nbcwashington.com/images/213*120/5813927_WEBangiegoffpkg_722x406_2235438250.jpg
Luca Missoni was at the Washington Design Center presenting the latest Missoni Home collection. News4's Angie Goff has the exclusive interview on Wednesday at News4 at 5.

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Bring something home to Mama she's guaranteed to love. (Unlike the ex.)

Photo Credit: Kate Spade / Lululemon

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Fashion Washington's Assistant Editor Holley Simmons shares the season's latest fashion trends -- from hats to mixing prints.

]]> http://www.nbcwashington.com/the-scene/shopping/Things-to-Do-Weekend-of-May-4-6-150168685.html Fri, 04 May 2012 16:39:19 -0400 http://media.nbcwashington.com/images/180*120/bbq-shutterstock_100975123.jpg
Barbecue at Eventide, Cinco de Mayo, Wine Riot and more.

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]]> http://www.nbcwashington.com/the-scene/shopping/Hats_Off_Daring_Derby_Fashions.html Sun, 06 May 2012 03:03:12 -0400 http://media.nbcwashington.com/images/213*120/KY-Hats-P14.jpg
A day at the Derby isn't complete without a mint julep and tip of the hat.

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]]> http://www.nbcwashington.com/video/#!/the-scene/shopping/Proper-Toppers-for-Race-y-Outings/149684685 Tue, 01 May 2012 15:32:13 -0400 http://media.nbcwashington.com/images/213*120/5726126_WEBbarbhats_722x406_2229406932.jpg
Anna Fuhman, founder of Proper Topper (1350 Connecticut Ave. NW), offers a peak at Gold Cup- and Derby-worthy hats.

]]> http://www.nbcwashington.com/the-scene/shopping/Jimmy-Choo-Walter-Grio-Shoot-for-Change.html Tue, 01 May 2012 10:26:33 -0400 http://media.nbcwashington.com/images/213*120/miranda2.jpg
"Fashion-tographer" Walter Grio popped up at Jimmy Choo in Friendship Heights last week for a spring shopping charity event.

Photo Credit: Miranda Smyre

]]> http://www.nbcwashington.com/the-scene/shopping/Clutches-White-House-Correspondents-Dinner-Red-Carpet-Photos-149502395.html Mon, 30 Apr 2012 12:41:02 -0400 http://media.nbcwashington.com/images/213*120/main1435538611.jpg
Check out some of the hottest clutches spotted at the 2012 White House Correspondents' Dinner.

Photo Credit: Getty Images

]]> http://www.nbcwashington.com/video/#!/the-scene/shopping/How-to-Get-Kate-Middletons-Classic-Style/111289184 Thu, 26 Apr 2012 18:07:37 -0400 http://media.nbcwashington.com/images/213*120/kate-william-kiss.jpg
It's been a year since Prince William and Kate Middleton were wed. Kate's outfits are obsessed-over and copied perhaps more than any other international celebrity. See how you can pick up some some of her style on this side of the pond.

Photo Credit: WireImage

]]> http://www.nbcwashington.com/video/#!/the-scene/shopping/On-the-Scene-at-Georgetown-Sip-_-Sale/148710035 Thu, 26 Apr 2012 06:29:27 -0400 http://media.nbcwashington.com/images/210*120/Untitled-198.jpg
The event brought together incredible markdowns and specialty cocktails to in-the-know shoppers last week -- and also benefited the Leukemia & Lymphoma Society.

]]> http://www.nbcwashington.com/the-scene/shopping/Artist-Force-Fed-Injected-at-Cosmetics-Store-in-Protest-Against-Animal-Testing--148752575.html Tue, 24 Apr 2012 17:12:09 -0400 http://media.nbcwashington.com/images/213*120/AnimalTests.jpg
A 24-year-old woman was restrained and tormented in the store window display of a flagship cosmetics store in London to highlight the abuses of common animal testing practices.

Photo Credit: Getty Images/Aurora Creative

]]> http://www.nbcwashington.com/video/#!/the-scene/shopping/Stacy-London-Tells-DC-What-to-Wear/147909995 Wed, 18 Apr 2012 09:34:17 -0400 http://media.nbcwashington.com/images/213*120/london_722x406_2224186886.jpg
TLC style guru Stacy London was at Westfield Montgomery Mall last weekend to impart her fashion wisdom unto local shoppers as part of her Shopper Style Tour.

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The style guru shopped with local fashionistas in Bethesda last weekend.

Photo Credit: Caitlin O'Brien

]]> http://www.nbcwashington.com/the-scene/shopping/Best-Buy-Columbia-Heights-Closing.html Wed, 11 Apr 2012 14:23:28 -0400 http://media.nbcwashington.com/images/177*120/142635622.jpg
Rumors are popping up that it could be among the 50 stores that Best Buy plans to shutter.

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The news comes five months after D.C. police raided two stores.

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]]> http://www.nbcwashington.com/the-scene/shopping/THREAD-Sixties-Inspired-Runway-Looks-in-Time-For-the-Mad-Men-Premiere-143487416.html Mon, 09 Apr 2012 12:49:00 -0400 http://media.nbcwashington.com/images/160*120/mad_men_Christina_Hendricks.jpg
"Mad Men" has returned! Here's how to tap into your inner Joan, Peggy, and Betty.

]]> http://www.nbcwashington.com/video/#!/the-scene/shopping/Georgetown-Spring-Preview/146357655 Fri, 06 Apr 2012 10:45:31 -0400 http://media.nbcwashington.com/images/213*120/molly_722x406_2219857834.jpg
We hit Urban Chic on Wisconsin Avenue and Sequoia on the waterfront to see what's in store for spring in Georgetown. Spoiler alert! Not plaid.

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A new Google video shows a futuristic technology that lets users text, get directions, and even video-chat through special glasses.

]]> http://www.nbcwashington.com/video/#!/the-scene/shopping/Peter-Soms-Top-Spring-Trend_-Bold-Florals/145167175 Wed, 18 Apr 2012 20:33:53 -0400 http://media.nbcwashington.com/images/213*120/bold+florals.jpg
The designer shows how to make the most of this eye-catching look for the season.

]]> http://www.nbcwashington.com/the-scene/shopping/Go-Crazy-at-this-Designer-Bridal-Sample-Sale-at-Carines-Bridal-Atelier-143972306.html Tue, 27 Mar 2012 11:45:54 -0400 http://media.nbcwashington.com/images/213*120/Leighton2.jpg
Score a designer gown at 50-75 percent off.

Photo Credit: Rivini

]]> http://www.nbcwashington.com/the-scene/shopping/THREAD-First-Look-Alberta-Ferretti-Macys-Impulse--143582366.html Thu, 05 Apr 2012 16:52:49 -0400 http://media.nbcwashington.com/images/213*120/alberta+macys.jpg
The Italian designer's capsule collection for Macy's is set to debut April 17.

]]> http://www.nbcwashington.com/the-scene/shopping/THREAD-Designers-Create-Custom-Totes-for-You-Cant-Fake-Fashion-142960905.html Tue, 20 Mar 2012 10:30:19 -0400 http://media.nbcwashington.com/images/213*120/designer+totes.jpg
75 one-of-a-kind totes will be going on sale on eBay at 11 a.m. as part of an effort by eBay and the CFDA to raise awareness around counterfeits. Here, our top 20.

]]> http://www.nbcwashington.com/the-scene/shopping/Fun-and-Fashion-at-Sheckys-Girls-Night-Out-142987855.html Mon, 19 Mar 2012 11:26:23 -0400 http://media.nbcwashington.com/images/213*120/girls+night+rev2.jpg
DAR Constitution Hall was filled with plenty of fashion, makeovers and (obvy) cocktails as indie designers showcased this season's most fabulous accessories and clothing for Shecky's Girls Night Out.

Photo Credit: Miranda Smyre

]]> http://www.nbcwashington.com/the-scene/shopping/THREAD-18-Spring-Essentials-to-Wear-Right-Now-142670126.html Thu, 15 Mar 2012 18:52:01 -0400 http://media.nbcwashington.com/images/213*120/spring+essentials.jpg
From explosive floral prints to dresses with collars, here are 18 spring essentials to add to your spring wardrobe.

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Whether you're shopping for yourself or an easily impressed out-of-town pal, here are our picks for blossom-styled goods.

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The blossoms are still going strong -- time to find your spring gear.

Photo Credit: JanineKingDesigns, Etsy.com

]]> http://www.nbcwashington.com/the-scene/shopping/DC-Fashion-Week-Spring-2012.html Tue, 21 Feb 2012 17:20:42 -0400 http://media.nbcwashington.com/images/177*120/shutterstock_27385846.jpg
D.C. Fashion Week is celebrating its 16th season with new venues, live music, and both local and international fashion shows.

Photo Credit: Shutterstock

]]> http://www.nbcwashington.com/the-scene/shopping/Emergy-Star-Tax-Free-Shopping-Maryland.html Fri, 17 Feb 2012 10:56:44 -0400 http://media.nbcwashington.com/images/160*120/98071090.jpg
Maryland offers three days of tax-free shopping on Energy Star appliances.

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]]> http://www.nbcwashington.com/the-scene/shopping/Living-Social-Launches-New-Venue-in-Washington-DC-139115644.html Thu, 16 Feb 2012 23:17:42 -0400 http://media.nbcwashington.com/images/213*120/918_exterior-horizontal.jpg
Seven floors offer space for events, classes, pop-up shops and restaurants.

Photo Credit: LivingSocial

]]> http://www.nbcwashington.com/the-scene/shopping/THREAD-NATL-The-Wildest-Shoes-on-the-Fashion-Week-Runways-138948549.html Thu, 16 Feb 2012 07:50:15 -0400 http://media.nbcwashington.com/images/213*120/edt-138910556.jpg
Up close and personal with the most spectacular footwear on the Fashion Week catwalks.

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]]> http://www.nbcwashington.com/the-scene/shopping/Crystal-Couture--138355309.html Tue, 07 Feb 2012 13:57:59 -0400 http://media.nbcwashington.com/images/160*131/1313023741.jpg
Find a week's worth of runway shows and trunk sales in Arlington.

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]]> http://www.nbcwashington.com/the-scene/shopping/Jason-Wu-for-Target-138645994.html Fri, 03 Feb 2012 18:07:07 -0400 http://media.nbcwashington.com/images/181*120/975827121.jpg
Ready for the line? Local Targets open at 8 a.m.

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]]> http://www.nbcwashington.com/video/#!/the-scene/shopping/Previewing-the-Old-Town-Boutique-Warehouse-Sale/138674004 Fri, 03 Feb 2012 18:27:47 -0400 http://media.nbcwashington.com/images/213*120/boutiquedistrict_722x406_2192790772.jpg
The sale is Saturday, Feb. 6 -- check out some of the goods that'll be going for up to 80 percent off.

]]> http://www.nbcwashington.com/the-scene/shopping/Nike-to-Move-In-the-Former-Barnes--Nobles--137211838.html Fri, 13 Jan 2012 10:56:44 -0400 http://media.nbcwashington.com/images/213*120/cms347.jpg
A Nike store will open in the former Barnes & Noble.

]]> http://www.nbcwashington.com/video/#!/the-scene/shopping/Whats-New-(and-Old)-at-Miss-Pixies-Furnishings-and-Whatnot/137179753 Thu, 12 Jan 2012 16:34:53 -0400 http://media.nbcwashington.com/images/213*120/miss-pixies-2.jpg
NBC Washington Nonstop's Arlene Borenstein tours vintage paradise at Miss Pixie's -- which, despite recent concerns, is set to stay in its 14th Street location.

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MORE Nordstrom Racks! More, more!

Photo Credit: Getty Images

]]> http://www.nbcwashington.com/the-scene/shopping/Photos-Consumer-Electronics-2012-137024558.html Thu, 12 Jan 2012 15:31:00 -0400 http://media.nbcwashington.com/images/213*120/CES-Gadgets-P5.jpg
The International CES is the world's largest consumer technology trade show, and features more than 2,700 exhibitors.

Photo Credit: AP

]]> http://www.nbcwashington.com/video/#!/the-scene/shopping/Frat-Bros.-Launch-Greek-Life-Clothing-Line-in-DC/136699688 Thu, 05 Jan 2012 12:00:07 -0400 http://media.nbcwashington.com/images/213*120/AOIcut4_722x406_2183572584.jpg
A college vision inspired two fraternity brothers to start their own clothing line based in the District.

]]> http://www.nbcwashington.com/the-scene/shopping/RIP-Georgetown-Barnes--Noble-136599028.html Tue, 03 Jan 2012 13:31:33 -0400 http://media.nbcwashington.com/images/213*120/88524755.jpg
The spot quietly closed on Dec. 31.

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]]> http://www.nbcwashington.com/the-scene/shopping/No-Local-Sears-Kmart-Stores-Closing---Yet-136390013.html Thu, 29 Dec 2011 16:18:36 -0400 http://media.nbcwashington.com/images/213*120/sears-storefront.jpg
An initial list of store closings reveals that no Sears or Kmart locations in the immediate D.C. area will be closing as part of Sears Holdings' plan to shutter up to 120 stores nationwide.

]]> http://www.nbcwashington.com/the-scene/shopping/Pottery-Barn-Closing-Its-Doors-in-Friendship-Heights-136343553.html Wed, 28 Dec 2011 20:01:54 -0400 http://media.nbcwashington.com/images/180*120/Pottery+Barn.JPG
Pottery Barn announced plans to close the store at the Chevy Chase Pavilion.

]]> http://www.nbcwashington.com/video/#!/the-scene/shopping/Post-Christmas-Shoppers-Flock-to-Area-Malls/136236498 Tue, 27 Dec 2011 02:51:49 -0400 http://media.nbcwashington.com/images/213*120/watrelpostxmasshoppingpkg_722x406_2180753453.jpg
At Fair Oaks Mall in Fairfax County shoppers are hoping to cash in some post-holiday deals.

]]> http://www.nbcwashington.com/video/#!/the-scene/shopping/How-to-Return-a-Gift/136138613 Sun, 25 Dec 2011 23:18:24 -0400 http://media.nbcwashington.com/images/213*120/generid-gift-wrap.jpg
With the holidays over, what should you do with all those unwanted presents? We show you the do's — and don'ts — of returning and regifting presents.

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]]> http://www.nbcwashington.com/video/#!/the-scene/shopping/Last-Minute-Shoppers-Hunt-for-Bargains/136168563 Fri, 23 Dec 2011 21:15:26 -0400 http://media.nbcwashington.com/images/213*120/4967856_F6PWATRELLASTMINUTESHOPPINGPKG_722x406_2180024505.jpg
The mad dash is on to finish holiday shopping. Professional procrastinators filled the malls today looking for deep discounts.

]]> http://www.nbcwashington.com/the-scene/shopping/DC-Police-Shop-With-Local--136100518.html Thu, 22 Dec 2011 21:35:33 -0400 http://media.nbcwashington.com/images/213*120/shopwithacop_722x406_2179615730.jpg
Local children shopped alongside Metropolitan police for holiday gifts, toys and clothes.

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