Tokyo Milk perfumes, soaps and lotions in complex, multi-layered fragrances from $12 to $38. Photo by Steve Hibbard.
Looking for the perfect holiday gift? Look no further than Hydrangea of Clifton. Owned by Jennifer Heilmann, who ran the former Baskets & Boughs in the same location from 1996-2007, Hydrangea is her new gift and home boutique located on Chapel Road in Clifton. Decked out for the holidays, the quaint 450 square foot store that opened in November 2013 offers charming accents, NEST home fragrances, reclaimed wood serving trivets and boards, teak and olive wood utensils, a collection of greenery, faux botanicals, or flowers, and fine rattan baskets and trays. The shop carries a selection of Mariposa serving pieces made from 100 percent recycled heavy aluminum. For bath and body, it offers delicately scented soap, lotion or bubble bath. For personal accessories, choose from toiletry and make up cases, pocket mirrors with initial monograms and coordinating items such as tissue covers, eyeglass cases, travel shoe bags and jewelry pouches. Gift wrapping is always complimentary. The merchandise comes from small independently owned American companies, especially those that are environmentally conscious. Hydrangea of Clifton is at 12704 Chapel Road, Clifton, VA, 20124. Call 703-543-6944 or visit www.hydrangeaofclifton.com.
-- Steve Hibbard