October 6, 2008

Loop de Loop

Loopy Clothing

No matter how much you beg, plead, and bargain, you can’t get your prima donna out of her tutu.

Let her get her fill of frill with ballet-inspired pieces from Loopy. The line of handmade clothing (by a former Washingtonian) strikes the perfect balance between delicate whimsy, subtle charm, and wearability.

You’ll be turning pirouettes for standouts like a soft pink ballet cardigan with satin ribbon tie, a cream felted wool jacket, and a gathered petticoat skirt with a lilac tulle overlay.

But it’s the hand-dyed felt flowers for her hair that will leave you cheering for an encore.

And have you both dancing to the same tune.

Available at Full of Beans, 5502 Connecticut Avenue NW, between Morrison and Livingston Streets (202-362-8566); 10144 River Road, Potomac (301-983-6569). To see styles, go to loopydesign.com.

HEAR
Mr. Skip
What: Get an earful from the kiddie crooner.
Why: Skip to my lou.
When: Sat., 10:30 a.m.
Where: St. John’s Church, Blake Hall, 3240 O St. NW, b/t Wisconsin Ave. & Potomac St.

SIP
Babycinos
What: A twelve-ounce cup with warm milk, foam, and a drizzle of chocolate syrup for just $1.
Why: Leggo my latte.
When: Daily, 6 a.m.-midnight.
Where: Buzz Bakery, 901 Slaters Ln., Alexandria (703-600-2899).

REGISTER
To Vote
What: Set a good example when you sign up to cast your ballot.
Why: What happens in the White House affects your house.
When: The deadline’s today for D.C. and Virginia; Oct. 14 for Maryland.
Where: Info online for D.C., Virginia, and Maryland.