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Scenes from last year's Fashion for Paws [Moshe Zusman, Vithaya Photography]F STREET—Tickets are on sale for this year's Fashion for Paws event at the National Building Museum. E! News correspondent Ashlan Gorse is the host for the April 13th event. [CurbedInbox]
BETHESDA—Gilt City DC has put the spotlight on the tony town of Bethesda. The site features steals and deals from many Bethesda boutiques and restaurants, including bikram yoga sessions to get in shape for warmer weather, credit and discounts at Take 5 Boutique, and waxing sessions for dudes and ladies at Cera Wax Studio. The offers run until Friday, March 8. [Official Site; Curbed Inbox]
FRIENDSHIP HEIGHTS—Shoe lovers have an opportunity to score luxe labels at DSW's new pop-up -- Luxe810 -- in Mazza Galleria. Luxe810 arrives March 1 and designer labels will be 50% off. The DMV is one of 5 locations for Luxe810 with NYC, San Fran, Boston, and Boca Raton rounding out the premier list. [Official Site; Curbed Inbox]
PENTAGON CITY—Not only is Simon Property Group looking for a Simon Style Blogger, they are also planning to give the Fashion Centre a bit of a makeover. After 24 years, it's time for a "modern face" for the Arlington shopping destination. Planned enhancements "could include nonretail uses such as apartments or office space". [Official Site; WBJ]
MOSAIC DISTRICT—Happy Birthday to Bellacara. In business for 13 years, the spot for beauty will host an anniversary party on Saturday, March 9. Guests will receive discounts off of beauty products, and those spending more than $250 will receive a bag of swag valued at $250. [Bellacara; Mosaic District]
PETWORTH—Petworth pets are worth it. And for owners to show their affection to the furry (and non-furry) friends, a new pet food and supply store is opening up in the nabe. Fido and Kitty's World is coming to 4130 Georgia Ave NW. More information and puns to come. [PoP]
METRO CENTER—This weekend marks the opening of the Indochino Traveling Tailor pop-up. In the DMV from March 2-10, book an appointment to get fitted for a custom suit. [Official Site; Curbed Inbox]