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Washington Post: Wit and whimsy are part of the home décor mix at Decorium, where room after room displays romantic chandeliers, painted furniture, fun accessories and comfortable upholstery.
Office Supply Store · Old Town · 10 tips and reviews
Washington Post: Cards and stationery for all occasions, along with rubber stamps, gifts and other paper goods. The store also offers workshops and demos and hosts private parties.
Vintage and Thrift Store · Old Town · 2 tips and reviews
Washington Post: Interior designer and Alexandria-resident Barbara Franceski says this store is one of her favorites in Old Town, telling the Post’s Jura Koncius: "This packed little shop has anything and everything."
301 King St (btw N Royal and N Fairfax), Alexandria, VA
Farmers Market · Old Town · 13 tips and reviews
Washington Post: George Washington used to send the produce from his Mt. Vernon estate to this farmer’s market. Find flowers, veggies, artisan goods and more every Saturday.
Furniture and Home Store · Old Town · 2 tips and reviews
Washington Post: You’ll find red enamel Japanese coffee pots, Finnish glass and French crewel-work scarves and more at this store, owned by architect-turned-merchant Peter Zia.
Vintage and Thrift Store · Old Town · 3 tips and reviews
Washington Post: Whether your look is loft, cottage or beach, you’ll find great accessories and home furnishings here. Owner Amy Rutherford hand-picks the vintage treasures.
Washington Post: Down by the waterfront, you can’t beat this great airy restaurant and bar carved out of an old warehouse. Great small plates as well as delicious main dishes.