Issue 19: March 10, 2020
Hello Dears,
Welcome to another weekly edition of The Wrap! It’s Spring Break week and we’re gearing up for a quick getaway with family and friends before our version of “March Madness” sets in.
What’s that, you ask? Well, our annual DC Spring Pop-Up event is just five short weeks away (Thursday, April 16th!), meaning it will be a full-court press once we get return! We’ll be organizing and merchandising inventory, finalizing details with vendor partners, and putting the finishing touches on our “run of show” for the day.
In advance of that, however, we’d like to share the event details with our Secretly Gifting VIPs, since so many of you have been eager to RSVP. You’ll find instructions and the link you need below – simply let us know the number of people in your party to secure a spot at this Spring’s most highly anticipated private shopping event!
Keep in mind that friends, family members, colleagues, neighbors and anyone else you might wish to bring are most welcome at this event! We just ask that you RSVP ahead of time so that we have an idea of how many people to expect.
We’ll have light bites and cocktails on hand (we’re collaborating with some new food and beverage partners this year - more to come on that next week!), and our “shop” will be open all day for your browsing pleasure. Stop by after school drop-off, during your lunch break, after work, or for an afternoon pick-me-up to get your hands on the latest and greatest treasures.
This spring’s spread includes a variety of décor items, paper goods, fashion forward accessories, and home furnishings you’re guaranteed to have never seen before…unless of course, you follow us on IG (@SecretlyGifting)…in which case you may have been privy to a few sneak-peeks over the past few months!
Nevertheless, we’re thrilled to invite you to our 2020 Spring Pop-Up in DC, and we cannot wait to help you select and style the pieces available for purchase at this year’s event. There will be no shortage of spectacular gift options for Mother’s Day, Father’s Day, teacher appreciation, birthdays, and those occasions when you just have to treat yourself!
Finally, this week’s issue also includes a special Secretly Gifting discount code you can use to try Rent the Runway Unlimited (a *must* if you have a slew of events to attend this spring)...and a “Local Spotlight” column featuring one of our favorite beauty boutiques, Follain.
xo
Ashley and Candace
Co-Founders, Secretly Gifting
Your RSVP is Requested
Thanks to continued interest in our private pop-up shopping events, we’ve secured three dates for spring 2020! Simply click the RSVP links below if you’d like to attend one (or more) of our east and west coast pop-ups.
What: Secretly Gifting DC Spring Pop-Up
When: Thursday, April 16th from 9:00 am – 6:00 pm
Where: Washington DC (address details emailed to confirmed guests)
*please tell us your name, the numbers of people in your party, and the name of the event you wish to attend.
What: Secretly Gifting Newport Beach Spring Pop-Up
When: Monday, April 27th from 9:00 am – 6:00 pm
Where: Newport Beach, California (address details emailed to confirmed guests)
*please tell us your name, the numbers of people in your party, and the name of the event you wish to attend.
What: Secretly Gifting Los Angeles Spring Pop-Up
When: Tuesday April 28th from 9:00 am – 6:00 pm
Where: Los Angeles, California (address details emailed to confirmed guests)
*please tell us your name, the numbers of people in your party, and the name of the event you wish to attend.
If you have any questions about our pop-ups events don’t hesitate to email us. At each event we’ll be taking special orders on custom items (expect 2-4 weeks turn-times) and selling a variety of pieces you’ll be able to have gift-wrapped onsite, to take home that day!
Spring Refresh with Rent the Runway
If you’re anything like us, you’ve got a growing list of parties, holidays, graduations, and celebratory brunches, dinners, and showers to attend this spring…which means you do not have time to spare for fashion emergencies!
Enter: Rent the Runway. With their “swapping is the new shopping” fashion concept, customers rent pieces (everything from dresses, to jewelry, to bags) rather than paying full retail price to own them. It is, without a doubt, the best way to rock the latest trends without the hefty price tag…which is why we’re proud to continue our partnership with Rent the Runway in 2020.
And as RTR Ambassadors, we’re able to offer our Secretly Gifting VIPs an outrageously good deal on one of their signature membership packages. In short, when you use code “SECRET50” you’ll get $100 off a two-month Unlimited trial.
With this plan, you’ll get to choose four rented items at a time (with the flexibility to swap them in and out as often as you like) for just $59 for each of the first two months!
It’s a no-brainer, and the perfect way to test-out Rent the Runway’s service before committing to a subscription plan. For inspiration, you’ll find our Secretly Gifting round-up below – an edit of some favorite new season spring pieces below:
Crystal Studded Denim Jacket by Levi’s (click to view on RTR)
Cropped Knit Sweater by Rebecca Minkoff (click to view on RTR)
Sequin “Daphne” Midi Dress by Olivia Rubin (click to view on RTR)
To redeem your Secretly Gifting VIP discount on a two-month Unlimited trial, visit Rent the Runway today and use code “SECRET50” for $100 off! And for inspiration, here we are rocking RTR frocks at last year’s Secretly Gifting Spring Pop-Up in DC:
Local Spotlight: Follain
In this week’s column we’re highlighting one of our favorite beauty and skincare boutiques, Follain! If you’re not familiar with this brand, we highly recommend visiting one of their two local outposts (Bethesda Row and Georgetown) to experience the hype for yourself.
What makes Follain special? If being a female founded brand with six US locations weren’t enough, Follain is not just a beauty boutique…it’s a total wellness destination. They stock cruelty-free and non-toxic everyday essentials (think haircare, skincare, and make-up products) under their own label, and honor rigorous approval standards for the tightly curated selection of independent lines (like Indie Lee, RMS Beauty and Naturopathica) that they also carry.
So whether you’re picking up hand soap, sunscreen, candles, or shampoo…you can rest assured knowing that you’re not compromising your health in the name of beauty or efficacy! You can also learn more about Follain’s commitment to clean living at exclusive events and workshops held throughout the year at their boutiques.
Coming up is a Tata Harper Masterclass at Follain Bethesda Row on Friday, March 27th and we’d like for you to join us for this evening of pampering! The event will include a step-by-step skincare session where you're guided through a complete facial treatment, with products selected to target individual skin concerns.
It’s the perfect opportunity to refresh your spring skincare regimen, so secure your spot today and get glowing! You can purchase tickets and get additional event details by clicking here…we hope to see you there!