Style + Beauty

Hats Off to History and Style

Potomac Lifestyle Magazine at the Virginia Gold Cup 2025 Article by The Potomac Lifestyle Team | Photography by Provided The Virginia Gold Cup, a legendary annual steeplechasing event that now draws over 50,000 enthusiastic spectators, has humble roots steeped in Virginia’s rich history. Steeplechasing has been a cherished tradition in the region since Colonial times, when horses were indispensable for transportation, farming, and war. Figures like George Washington and Thomas Jefferson once...

Beauty

Lease The Dress

Ready to turn heads at your next event? Article and Photography by Provided LeaseTheDress gives you access to breathtaking designer gowns from iconic brands like Valentino, Gucci, Zhivago, and Monique Lhuillier, so you can look your absolute best without the designer price tag. Whether you're dressing for a red carpet moment, a wedding, prom or the beach renting lets you indulge in top-tier fashion that makes you feel confident and unforgettable. This smart, stylish choice isn’t just about...

Travel

Charming New Hope Awaits

Quaint, Artsy, and Picturesque New Hope: Plan the Perfect Getaway Article by Debra Wallace | Photography by Provided Just three hours from the Potomac and the DMV, awaits the perfect weekend getaway in the picturesque river view town of New Hope, Pennsylvania. As the guest of the tourism bureau of Visit Bucks County , my family stayed at the historic  Pineapple Hill Inn Bed & Breakfast ,  one of the many inviting homesteads, located on nearly six acres between Washington Crossing and...

Life + Culture

A Magical Escape:

Jacqueline Matter’s and Wes Terabaum's Icelandic Wedding Adventure Article by Jessica DeArmond | Photography by Lia Photo There’s something truly enchanting about tying the knot in a land of glaciers, waterfalls, and shimmering northern lights. For Jacqueline Matter and Wes Terabaum, this dream became a reality—a fairy tale set against the breathtaking backdrop of Iceland. Their journey began with anticipation and awe as they arrived in Reykjavik, the capital that combines vibrant culture...

Event Planning + Services

Brittany Ford

Luxury Event Planner Plans Her Own Exclusive Event – Her Wedding Article by Jessica DeArmond | Photography by Chris Hiltz & Brittany Coonrad As a well-known and respected luxury event planner, Brittany Ford has long been the go-to manager of upscale celebrations, including a Real Housewives finale and numerous celebrity weddings. After her 2024 engagement to Ben Ford, she spent a year carefully mapping out her own nuptials, with the advantage of having access to the best videographers...

Life + Culture

Around Town

What's happening this month Article by Bianca Bain Villegas | Photography by Provided Habitat for Humanity Metro Maryland - 6th Annual Polo Classic Saturday, September 13 | Congressional Polo Club This highly anticipated event unites the community in support of Habitat’s mission to build strength, stability, and affordable housing across the Metro DC area. 2025 Golf Classic Monday, Sept 22, 8 AM–4:30 PM | Charity tournament at TPC Potomac at Avenel Farm, 10000 Oaklyn Dr  The Golf...

Fitness

Move. Learn. Grow. Shine.

How My Gym Potomac is cultivating lifelong confidence for children of all ages. Article by Elle Carrington | Photography by My Gym Potomac As autumn arrives and the kids head back to school in Potomac, discerning families know that the season's most valuable lessons extend far beyond classroom walls. At My Gym Potomac, the intersection of purposeful play and child development science creates something extraordinary: a space where neural pathways flourish alongside friendship, where physical...

Life + Culture

Corvettes and More Corvettes

1978 Silver Anniversary Corvette for Three Generations Article by David Robert Lambert | Photography by Weaber/Aronson Family The Washington DC Auto Show is a beloved annual tradition and the largest public event of its kind in the nation's capital, set to commence on Jan 23rd-Feb 6th, 2026. The Corvette Club of America (CCA) is a proud participant. "It's really special to see six-year-old girls and eight-year-old boys light up," said CCA member Kera Weaber Aronson. "They ask, 'Can I sit in...

Life + Culture

Mark Your Calendar!

Park Potomac's Sweetest Day for Kids and Families Alike Article by Potomac Lifestyle | Photography by Provided Get ready, Potomac! The much-anticipated Ice Cream Social for Charity is returning to Park Potomac on August 23rd, and this year’s event promises to be bigger and better than ever. Benefiting the Back to School Backpacks & Supplies Drive, this fun-filled day supports underserved children in our community, ensuring they head back to school proud, prepared, and ready to succeed. In...

Entertainment

Going for the Olympic Gold

All-American Masai Russell’s Recipe for Success: Bold Confidence, Great Coaching, and Unwavering Family Support Article by Debra Wallace | Photography by Tony Powell When Upper Marlboro native Masai Russell was a child, she, two of her three brothers, and their father would spend countless hours on the track after school, and the entire day on weekends. This family support paved the way for her successful athletic career. The 24-year-old Masai, an American track and field sprinter and...