To The Tens Shopping Guide: Book Hill, D.C.

A few blocks away from the heavily trafficked, chain-laden Wisconsin and M Street intersection of Georgetown lays a block of charming boutiques, antique stores, and cafes. The stretch of shops that lays in between Book Hill Park to the north and P Street to the south is my go-to place for unique finds, gifts, and local flavor in Washington D.C. Here is a quick preview of what you will find (click on the images to get a closer look):

A Mano resides in a beautiful house sheltered by impeccably pruned trees and flanked by planters and greenery. In short, you will want to move in immediately! The store's name means "made by hand" and in true form the inventory of items are just that. Upon entering the store you will be overwhelmed by the explosion of color in the front room that houses the majority of the store's china, glassware, and serving pieces. I love the less trafficked, upstairs area where you can find select pieces of furniture, lighting, mirrors, and an abundance of pottery. With stores in Georgetown, DC, Naples, FL and Hamptons, NY keep them in mind the next time you are searching for the perfect gift or looking to spice up your tabletop. DC area residents: take a trip to the patio of the Georgetown store where you will find gorgeous planters and garden accessories.



To The Tens A Mano faves: orange Hermes tray, blown glass barware in an array of colors, and the undulating white coral "Coco" mirror by Made Goods.



A few storefronts down is Oliver Dunn, Moss&Co., and Catharine Roberts. One store with 3 creative owners and some of the most unique and visually pleasing home accents I have ever seen. In addition to beautiful farmhouse style wood tables and amazing lighting options you will find an assortment of John Derian decoupage, taxidermy and tabletop decor.



To The Tens Oliver Dunn, Moss$Co., Catharine Roberts faves: Wood branch lamp, linen pillows, "peacock-esque" fireplace gate, zebra cowhide chair, butterfly glass lamp, stag antlers, and the backyard garden filled with topiaries and green thumb finds.



Last but not least, be sure to pop in to Marston Luce Antiques. Step into Marston Luce and you will get a glimpse into the way he lives his life. His friend who was helping at the store last time I visited told me that his store mirrors the look and feel of his home. In one word, I was envious! The rooms are filled with furniture, accessories and art that he finds on his many shopping excursions to France, where he also lives part time.



To The Tens Marston Luce faves: Swan in the window that used to be part of an old carousel, abundance of green, monogrammed linens, and patterned pillows.



After an afternoon of shopping head to The Bean Counter for a quick lunch or down to Thomas Sweet's on P Street for a sweet treat.

Happy shopping! xx