Adrienne Wichard-Edds

Adrienne Wichard-Edds is a writer specializing in education, families and wellness. She's also co-founder of The Essay Coaches, where she helps high school students find their stories so they can find their colleges. A New Yorker at her core, Adrienne has lived in Arlington for more than 25 years. She's a graduate of the University of Virginia.

Articles by This Contributor

Gift Alert: Soultry Statement Jewelry

Clay is the main material in these Calder-esque pieces by Arlington maker Khadeejah Honesty.

Ceramic Style: Ware Clay

If you're partial to home goods that are rustic and handmade, you'll like this local studio.

Shopping Alert: Scout & Molly’s Boutique

The mother-daughter boutique at Ballston Quarter has something for every age group and body type.

Why Can’t We Let Our Kids Fail?

It's not easy watching your child cope with a bad grade, a broken friendship or being cut from the team. But intervening can be worse.

This Boutique is a Best-Kept Secret in Falls Church

The Kaleidos showroom is hidden inside a brick building on West Broad Street.

This Nail Salon is Nontoxic

Nothing in Between Nail Bar in Falls Church seeks to set a new industry standard.

For Beautiful Summer Skin, Do This

Dermatologist Lily Talakoub offers a few tips and product picks.

Pretty in Ink: Calligraphette & Co.

Rosslyn resident Nika Smernoff offers calligraphy services and workshops.
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14 Questions With Amy Walter

The veteran political analyst talks women in office, objectivity in an age of tribal politics, and why she moved to Arlington.

“I Asked Him for My Clothes and My Phone”

No one expects to be sexually assaulted. Then it happens.

Life, Illustrated

Riley Sheehey does wedding invitations, stationery, wallpaper, portraits and more.

Fashion Intel: Where to Shop Local Designers

You'll find unusual pieces by up-and-coming designers at Park Story in the Mosaic District.