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Femme Fatale DC, 3409 Connecticut Avenue NW, Washington D.C., DC (2026)

01/02/2023

✨DID YOU HEAR? ✨

APPLICATIONS ARE (A)LIVE

A few times a year we open our virtual doors to applications from small, womxn and non-binary, owned businesses with a retail product. Our first application cycle for 2023 is January 2 - January 10, 2023.

We encourage applications from established and early-stage businesses that offer a stand-out product. Couture fashions to inspirational and wellness products - if it stands out, we want to know about it.

Hear from : Artist

"Femme Fatale has DC has been extremely instrumental to my growth as an artist and business owner. I am grateful for not only the space an opportunites FFDC has afforded me, but also the tips, knowledge, and freedom to be myself and create authentically."

When applying, PLEASE make sure to read the FAQs thoroughly. Most important detail over looked is ➡️ you are applying to have your products in the FFDC Retail Store. Which is a 4 month commitment. This is not for a day, week-end, or short term pop at the store.

💪🏽 LINK IN BIO for Applications.

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12/26/2022

Hello New Year, F*CK OFF New Year Resolutions ✌🏽

There is so much pressure in January to declare the ways you will fix yourself. Our social media feeds are full of diets and wellness regimens. The algorithm suggests another self-help book. Productivity apps go one sale. The new year can arrive with an urgency to get our sh*t together by any means necessary.

What if we decided to resist that pressure? We can approach goals + intention setting with more gentleness + creativity.

We are not saying don’t have visions for yourself or set goals. But what we are bringing to the front of the line, is honoring where we are at at the moment without jumping into a rigid, hustle future of how we should be.

The other day, wrote on her story feed, a huge truth about where we are as a collective. The truth…. It is Winter. Winter is a season of rest, rejuvenation, savoring our energy. And yet, we have been taught to set intentions and goals that take us completely out of the natural state we are supposed to be in during this time. So here is to saying F*CK OFF to resolutions that don’t do anything for the soul. To resolutions that make us feel good about ourselves for a second, and leave us anxious the rest of the year.

Cheers to:

✅ envisioning the year ahead -without the rigid energy of hustling harder

✅identify how you would like to feel in the year ahead

✅ not focusing on what is wrong or what should be different

✅ not adding something new to your to-do list

✅ not hustling towards the best version of ourselves (*cough, cough, perfectionism)

pa middle finger artwork is a reminder of how we are showing up for those New Year resolutions in 2023 🙌🏽✨💕 you can find these patches and beautiful tufted rug artwork at the shop. Today we are resting 😊

12/04/2022

🌱 MARY MONDAYS 🌱
is bringing us some flower power to our Mondays. Mary Mondays from 5-9pm will provide space for all us flower enthusiasts to lay back listen to music from local DJs, be creative by joining in on the DIY activity for the night, ⁣and elevate yourself with some Mary Jane.

🎶 We are beyond excited to have set the vibes for the night. ⁣ ⁣she will keep that high elevated all night

🎨 will be on-site to ornate those bodies with her henna designs.

🎟 link in BIO for tix

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11/21/2022

Femme Fatale DC takes over Selina with .

On December 3, we will be friends giving and vibing together.

Everyone is invited to join us this year as we gather for Friends Giving (4:30 - 7:00 pm) to create gift boxes for our neighbors at DC KinCare Alliance. Then join in for Soul Vibe, a dance party with a cause (8:00 pm - 1:00 am).

Friends Giving + Soul Vibe: December 3, 2022

Friends Giving | 4:30 - 7:00 PM | Tickets

Join The Team at Femme Fatale DC, Entrepreneurs, and community members as we adorn and pack gift boxes for the families of DC KinCare Alliance.

Our goal is to fund, fill, and deliver 22 Holiday Gift Boxes to families at DC KinCare Alliance.

We are asking the community to Sponsor a box by: Choosing the ticket “Sponsor a gift box and dance all night, $25” (✨click on link in bio✨)

By purchasing this ticket, you are assuring that someone receives a thoughtful gift. Each box will be curated to fit the needs of a specific child or family.

At Friends Giving, we will:

hang together, getting a lot out of giving a little

decorate 22 Holiday Gift Boxes (about the size of a shoe box)

pack 22 Holiday Gift Boxes

And of course, will be setting the musical vibes while we get creative with the packaging of thoughtful treasures for people in our community.

DC KinCare Alliance labors towards a future where all DC children live in a safe and stable home. They work to support caregivers who raise DC’s most vulnerable and at-risk children (usually grandparents or other relatives) whose parents are not able to care for them.

A huge thank you to the ladies who made this event possible: , , .eph, ,

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11/17/2022

Join .waste.collective November 18th 12pm either IRL or virtually for the last session in the series: My Household Waste

Relax, connect, and embrace low waste living by taking a tangible deeper dive into where our waste goes, meditation on shame paired with a reality check on plastic, and materials and how-to demonstration on how to save energy (and money) by weatherizing your home. Living low waste is a journey of intention – connect and create community by being inspired by how others lower waste!

About this event

What is Low Waste Living? Low Waste Living is a lifestyle that lessens our impact on the planet by considering all aspects of our consumption. The Low Waste Collective is a woman with 5+ years in residential waste management and pedagogy, filling the gaps of understanding in systems of waste management. Offering loving patience and insight into ways to lower our waste, this event opens sustainable, affordable options toward a low waste lifestyle.

Expect tips, insights into the formal/established world of waste, and meditate on how your skills heal and affirm generations of women stewarding home and family.

10/31/2022

Gratitude.

In 2017 we held our very first Meet & Greet at our first location on H St. At that time, we had only 12 businesses make up what we thought would be our first and only pop-up. Five years later, we came together to share space for our 7th Meet & Greet with the entrepreneurs and creatives that make up FFDC 7.0 in Cleveland Park. And we have grown! We are Blessed to showcase the talents and hard work of 65 businesses at this location.

Last night was a reminder of why 5 years later, we as a business are standing strong. It starts with the PEOPLE. It has always been about the PEOPLE.

Today, Femme Fatale DC is an ecosystem of entrepreneurship, experiences and community that fuel our social purpose: which is to create a place where we can make our money our way while experimenting with new products, ideas and intiatives. FFDC is a place where we up-lift one another - it is a reciprocity based environment where you can try out new ideas and products with the support of the community.

Thank you to all those who just started supporting this vision and to those who continue to share our MAGIC 🪄

We promise to continue bringing the vibes. Our ask is that you keep bringing the support. We are open 7 days a week from 11am-6pm. Fuel the bold and vibrant FFDC ecosystem you have all come to know and love.

10/31/2022

Gratitude.

In 2017 we held our very first Meet & Greet at our first location on H St. At that time, we had only 12 businesses make up what we thought would be our first and only pop-up. Five years later, we came together to share space for our 7th Meet & Greet with the entrepreneurs and creatives that make up FFDC 7.0 in Cleveland Park. And we have grown! We are Blessed to showcase the talents and hard work of 65 businesses at this location.

Last night was a reminder of why 5 years later, we as a business are standing strong. It starts with the PEOPLE. It has always been about the PEOPLE.

Today, Femme Fatale DC is an ecosystem of entrepreneurship, experiences and community that fuel our social purpose: which is to create a place where we can make our money our way while experimenting with new products, ideas and intiatives. FFDC is a place where we up-lift one another - it is a reciprocity based environment where you can try out new ideas and products with the support of the community.

Thank you to all those who just started supporting this vision and to those who continue to share our MAGIC 🪄

We promise to continue bringing the vibes. Our ask is that you keep bringing the support. We are open 7 days a week from 11am-6pm. Fuel the bold and vibrant FFDC ecosystem you have all come to know and love.

10/18/2022

✨New Week, New Experiences✨

📅 THURSDAY
4:30-6pm

Mystery Cocktail Happy Hour: Presented by

Come to Femme Fatale DC for a safe n’ social happy hour featuring a mystery cocktail created by Sam, owner and maker at Great Hill Studio. Her cocktails are imaginative and flavorful, you’ll be thinking you spent $20 on your drink. BONUS You will be sipping our of a handmade ceramic mug made the Sam herself.

📅 FRIDAY
12-1:30pm

DIY Beeswax Coverings: Presented by the .waste.collective

Relax, connect, and embrace low waste living by learning how to create and re-invigorate your beeswax coverings! Food waste is 30% of waste sent to landfill – let’s live low waste and use resources intentionally.

Low Waste Living is a lifestyle that lessens our impact on the planet by considering all aspects of our consumption. The Low Waste Collective is a woman with 5+ years in residential waste management and pedagogy, filling the gaps of understanding in systems of waste management.
Expect tips, insights into the formal/established world of waste, and meditate on how your skills heal and affirm generations of women stewarding home and family.

📅 FRIDAY

Halloween Upcycle Party 4:30-7pm

It's time for another upcycle party... This time, with a Halloween twist! 🎃

Give new life to your wardrobe OR make yourself a costume! Bring some well-worn denim or any other textile goods that need an upgrade. It’s a walk-in DIY experience where we will have different stations set up across the Femme Fatale patio to make your wildest upcycle dreams come true. Local upcyclers .the.upcyclist and will guide you through the DIY experience, lending their creative eyes and technical assistance.

📅 SATURDAY
1-4pm

LAID: A Gel Polish Tea Party

creates non-toxic nail care to promote physical wellness and encourage self-care. 💅🏾 is your favorite tea company elevating teatime with Hip-Hop culture. 🫖

Together they are popping up to bring you all things nail polish plus tea from FLYEST while you shop.

Most importantly, you can shop Taupe Coat's new gel nail polish line in person!

10/10/2022

✨ New Week, New Experiences✨

📅 MONDAY
5-9pm

🌱 MARY MONDAYS 🌱
is bringing us some flower power to our Mondays. Mary Mondays from 5-9pm will provide space for all us flower enthusiasts to lay back listen to music from local DJs, be creative by joining in on the DIY activity for the night, ⁣and elevate yourself with some Mary Jane.

🌱 will be offering all the flower power you need that night

🎶 We are beyond excited to have set the vibes for the night. ⁣ ⁣she will keep that high elevated.

🎨 Keep Your Nails Looking Sweeder This Monday With by making you own custom crystal roach clip.

🌸 Let ornate your body with some intentional henna designs. And enjoy a beautiful conversation with her.

📅 FRIDAY
7-10pm
Mid-Autumn Night Dream: A QTBIPOC Mixer

Find, create, and celebrate the q***r community of your dreams! Drinks, dancing, vibes, and a whole lotta love. Brought to you by .evolutions

What is Mid-Autumn Night Dream? Mid-Autumn Night Dream is a night of celebration organized by a collective of q***r people of color who curate q***r community spaces in the DMV. MAND offers attendees the opportunity to connect, celebrate and simply radically exist in the inspiring space that is Femme Fatale DC. Expect dancing, performances, laughs, memories, and new connections. Looking for q***r, people of color who are invested in community care? Get your ticket to MAND today!

📅 SATURDAY
2-4pm

Join us to wrap up the end of DC Book Tour with an open discussion and social gathering.  Joined by ally, , Kiara will touch on the topic of why untold black stories are central to understanding the pervasive race issues in America, and how therapy was essential to her embarking on a journey of understanding, healing, empathy, self-love, and taking control of her personal narrative about what it means to be black in America in the 21st century.

10/04/2022

✨NEW WEEK, NEW EXPERIENCES

📅 WEDNESDAY
4:30-7pm

Creative Social Hour
PRESSED FLOWER BAR

The Pressed Flower Bar is a walk-up mini workshop, led by .co where participants will get to create a pressed flower art piece to take home using botanicals from her personal herbarium. Throughout the session, you will learn techniques for pressing flowers, how to lay the flowers out and assemble their frame, and care tips for their creations. THIS IS A WALK-IN WORKSHOP. NO RSVP

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📅 THURSDAY
4:30-6pm

Mystery Cocktail Happy Hour
 Come to Femme Fatale DC for a safe n’ social happy hour featuring a mystery cocktail created by Sam, owner and maker . Her cocktails are imaginative and flavorful, you’ll be thinking you spent $20 on your drink. BONUS You will be sipping our of a handmade ceramic mug made the Sam herself.

📅 SATURDAY
12-4pm

DIY Fall Candle Bar

Pour your own soy candle with local candlemaker Lilly of . You'll select your favorite vintage vessel, create a custom scent blend, and top the wax with crushed flower petals and more! Relume will guide you in this unique DIY experience, sending you home with a one-of-a-kind candle (and after burning, the container is ready to re-use.)

📅 SUNDAY
1-5pm

PLUSH DMV Fall Plus Size Clothing Swap

Get ready for fall by attending Fall Plus Size Clothing Swap at Femme Fatale DC. Anyone sizes 14 and up are welcome!

Please only bring your gently used clothing items (no accessories or shoes)!
The event is free to attend but donations are welcome. All donations will be used to help PLUSH DMV create more community events like this one

09/29/2022

who wants to chat about our latest fave self-care** topic? BOUNDARIES!

(**ACTUAL self-care, not social media where it's all memes/cheugy girl-bossing/not really doing the thing)

having boundaries doesn't just mean saying NO. to get good at it, we've got to get to the root of why we say YES to things, too.

are you still saying YES when you need to say NO to certain people or situations?

likewise, are there times that you say NO when you might really need to say YES to something that can help you grow?

learning to set clear + healthy boundaries is really about fine-tuning our internal guidance system. and in this capitalist chaos that we call society, that can be hard to do without practice.

we're taught from a young age to ignore our bodies, question our guts, and put external demands ahead of our emotional GPS. it's time to take back the wheel and start driving our own bus again!

here's a simple way to start listening to your intuition when making decisions:

🧭 next time you have a decision to make, pause and sit with the choice for a moment.
🧭 what feelings come up for you when you imagine saying YES? where do you feel this in your body?
🧭 likewise, what happens for you when you imagine saying NO?
🧭 what's your body telling you about this decision? how does it feel to trust that wisdom?

let's talk about building better boundaries together. what boundary-setting practices do you want to level up? what boundary victories have you won lately?

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09/15/2022

When was the last time you had a good cry? Or are you one of those people who claims they "never" cry?

As with most human things, criers and crying fall along a spectrum from the Never Criers to people like my mother who cry over sappy commercials.

When you stop to think about the act of crying, it's kind of fascinating: we cry for so many reasons, in so many ways!

Like...
💧 break-up tear fests
💧 frustrated cries
💧 laughing so hard you cry
💧 sentimental tears
💧 post-orgasm weeping
💧 crying in the bathroom at work
💧 tears of joy
💧 grief-stricken sobbing
💧 period bawling
💧 crying/shrieking in rage
💧 nervous tears
💧 speechless blubbering

True, sometimes tears come at a really inconvenient time. But when we get over the societal shame around crying as a weakness, we can use our tears as a tool to feel better.

Regardless of what emotion triggered it, crying is a self-soothing behavior that releases oxytocin and endorphins. It's good for you!

Next time you feel your eyes welling up, give in to the feeling and have a good cry. Your brain will thank you for it.

Let it alllll out in the comments:
💧 drop your fave crying emoji
💧 what made you cry recently?
💧 are you a free-crier? a never-crier? somewhere in between?

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