Nights are colder and longer now. While we’re still in the season of pumpkins, Halloween and Thanksgiving, it’s best to start preparing for cold weather, snow and Christmas trees… It’s time to get ready for winter! Are you truly ready for winter? If you can’t check off the list below, you’ll need to get various things squared away for your home, wardrobe and social life to take on the winter months ahead. Your Winter Home Do you have enough household essentials? It’s time to take inventory, buy and replace and stockpile. An adequate amount of household essentials will ensure you ...

You’ll find The Harper on bustling 14th Street where your favorite bars and restaurants are just steps away. It has modernly designed studio, junior one-bedroom and one-bedroom luxury apartments in D.C. Trader Joe’s across the street and the 14th & U Farmers Market is around the corner from The Harper. Its location, design and amenities, along with Keener Management, make tenants enjoy their time living in The Harper. But why not hear from an actual resident? The Harper is the second Keener Management property freelance writer and editor Kate Potterfield has lived in, but she’s leaving soon and sad to ...

Along with excitement, fall brings a chill in the air that makes us stay in more, but that doesn’t have to be at the expense of fun. Fall is a great time to host a get together like a Halloween costume party, Friendsgiving, and more. But where do you start? Keep reading for tips on how to host a great fall party. Explore These Fall Party Theme Ideas Your theme is the springboard for all party decisions, and luckily, there’s plenty of fall themes to choose from. Are you hosting your own Oktoberfest, a potluck with fall dishes, or celebrating ...

Getting around Washington, D.C. is not so much a matter of how but which. D.C. has several great transportation options, but what’s considered best will vary. You’ll choose your mode of transport on any given day depending on the time of the day, your desired location, and the type of event—i.e., yes to taking the Metro to a festival on the National Mall, but no to taking the Metro to a concert on U St at 8 PM when it’s 7:45. (You’ll soon understand why.) As you grow accustomed to getting around D.C., you’ll get better at gauging which mode ...

It’s time to get in the mood for fall and what better way than to redecorate your apartment rental in D.C.? That means faux pumpkins, autumn leaves, and maybe even a few Halloween decorations should find a way into your home this season. If you need some inspiration, look no further! Keep these autumn decorating ideas in mind when bringing new pieces into your apartment. Before You Enter Don’t forget that your front door can set the mood for fall. You can add a bright fall wreath full of red, orange and yellow leaves, autumnal berries, branches, pinecones, and acorns. ...

Who doesn’t love fall fashion? While New York Fashion Week Fall 2017 gave us trendy looks full of glitterati boots, quilt-like clothing, colorful fur and deconstructed pieces, there were also a number of wearable trends that’ll be easy to recreate in your fall wardrobe. Ready to make sure you’re one of the best dressed the moment you step out of your D.C. apartment? Keep reading for a list of fall fashion must-haves. Be bold: Wear red. It’s time to pop! Red is all the rage, so stand out and rock this dramatic, bold color. Don’t shy away from its darker ...

Fall’s almost here and it’ll bring more than colorful leaves, stylish fashion, and all things pumpkin related. Fall’s also a great season for concerts, and if you’re an avid concert-goer, you’ll be happy to know D.C. has some of the best. Keep reading for a list of 10 upcoming fall shows Washington, D.C.’s concert venues are offering up. Alison Wonderland Saturday, September 23rd @ 9 PM Echostage Get ready to dance at Alison Wonderland’s concert as she’ll both sing and show off her DJ skills. She’s a mover and shaker in the Australian dance music scene; her concert will be ...

Food truck culture is here to stay in D.C. and with hundreds to choose from, your lunch break is sure to never lack variety. The choices can be a bit overwhelming, though. That’s why we’ve compiled this list of some of the best so you can make sure you stand in the right line come lunch time. Arepa Zone Cuisine: Venezuelan You can get authentic Venezuelan arepas, cachapas and tequeños right here in D.C. at Arepa Zone. They’ve earned a host of awards since they opened in 2014, including Best New Food Truck and Food Truck of the Year at ...

Are you taken by D.C. and can’t wait to move to the exuberant, happening, and lively nation’s capital? Need an apartment here for school or a new job? Maybe you’re already in D.C. and looking for a new place, but don’t know where to start? In any case, apartment hunting in D.C. is not for the faint of heart. It can prove to be very stressful if you don’t go about it the right way. Congratulate yourself for taking the first step and researching how to find an apartment in D.C. That’s one step closer to signing the lease to ...

Been settled in your apartment for a while but still feel like it’s missing a few key items? Just moved in and wondering what finishing touches will transform it into a home? It’s time for some new apartment décor. Whether you’re living in a budget or luxury apartment, this list of accessories can spruce up your place and make things a lot easier. Read on to see which ones you already have and which you may need to run to the store and get! Living Room: Storage Ottoman Don’t have an ottoman? You’re missing out! Not only does an ottoman ...