Shop for a cause: The District Sample Sale

I didn't know much about the DC fashion scene prior to moving here in March, but I have to say I've been pleasantly surprised. Between Fashion's Night Out, DC Fashion Week (going on now) and a truly fabulous network of bloggers, I've been incredibly inspired!

Obviously, this has been my first "go around" at such events and next on the agenda is the semi-annual District Sample Sale next Monday, September 26.

The $40 general admission fee gets you cocktails, hors d'oeuvres and, most importantly, access to exclusive designer merchandise from local retailers offering what the website describes as "liquidation-level prices." Umm...yes, please!

And if that's not enough, 100 percent of the proceeds from this event are donated to a local charity. This time, they'll be going to WEAVE (Washington Empowered Against Violence), an organization dedicated to eliminating intimate partner abuse and other gender-based violence. They also offer continued support to past beneficiaries through their legacy fund. Pretty cool, huh?

For more information on participating stores and restaurants or to purchase tickets, click here!

-Alison
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Photo credit: District Sample Sale on Facebook.