Thanks to a special reader for sending along this release about Crystal City Business Improvement District’s fashion event, Crystal Couture, aimed at getting Washingtonians to explore and discover the hidden treasure trove of boutiques, shops and accessories stores Crystal City has to offer.

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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: December 16, 2008
CONTACT: Gayle Osterberg, 202-548-0133

Denim, lace & everything in between
Crystal Couture Announces 2-Week Fashion Event Schedule

Crystal City (Arlington, VA) – The Crystal City Business Improvement District (BID) today unveiled a diverse and lively event schedule for Crystal Couture, a fortnight of fun and fashion in the heart of Crystal City February 13-28.

The BID is partnering with fashion maven Katherine Glorioso of Gossip on 23rd, Lowe Enterprises Real Estate Group, and DC Modern Luxury to stage two style-filled weeks of sample sales, runway and trunk shows from designers, local boutiques, and area salons.

“Fashion is for everyone, and we’re going to have lots of it – from your morning jog to your night on the town,” said Angela Fox, President/CEO of the Crystal City BID. “If you wear clothes, there is no reason you shouldn’t be in Crystal City in February.”

**Visit the Crystal Couture page on Facebook for a sneak peek at some of the fabulous fashion partners for Crystal Couture events.**

FRI 2.13: Freaky Friday, Opening Gala, 6 – 10 p.m.
SAT 2.14: Soft Pink Valentine’s Day, 11 a.m. – 3 p.m.
SAT 2.14: Red Hot Valentine’s Night, 6 – 10 p.m.
SUN 2.15: First Ladies of Fashion, 11 a.m. – 3 p.m.
MON 2.16: Kid Couture & Maternity Monday, 11 a.m. – 3 p.m.
MON 2.16: Glam Garments Gone Green, 6 – 10 p.m.
TUE 2.17: Tat-Tuesday, 6 – 10 p.m.
WED 2.18: Wedding Wednesday, 6 – 10 p.m.
THU 2.19: Theater Thursday Costume Design, 6 – 10 p.m.
FRI 2.20: Fit Friday, 6 – 10 p.m.
SAT 2.21: Swimsuit Saturday, 11 a.m. – 3 p.m.
SAT 2.21: Sexy Saturday Night Lingerie, 6 – 10 p.m.
SUN 2.22: Drag Brunch, 11 a.m. – 3 p.m.
MON 2.23: Metro Men Monday, 6 – 10 p.m.
TUE 2.24: T-Shirt Tuesday, 6 – 10 p.m.
WED 2.25: Work Wear Wednesday, 6 – 10 p.m.
THU 2.26: Denim Night, 6 – 10 p.m.
FRI 2.27: Foxy Friday (Animal Prints), 6 – 10 p.m.
SAT 2.28: Cocktail Dress, 11 a.m. – 3 p.m.
SAT 2.28: Closing Night Gown Gala, 6 – 10 p.m.

All Crystal Couture events, including the opening and closing fetes, will be open to the public and held in newly developed retail space at the corner of 23rd Street and Crystal Drive. The venue is part of a $25 million redevelopment of the Crystal Drive streetscape and the interior retail space, known as the Link, at the Century Center owned by Lowe Enterprises Real Estate Group.

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About the Crystal City BID
Established in April of 2006, the Crystal City Business Improvement District (BID) is creating a soul for Crystal City. A public-private partnership, the BID is providing a higher level of service to visitors, workers and residents in Crystal City – driving to become world-class destination in both Arlington and the greater DC region. For more information, visit www.crystalcity.org