Georgetown

Take one of the Georgetown Metro Connection shuttles or a short walk from the Metro's blue line "Foggy Bottom," stop to the charming antiquated streets of Georgetown, one of DC's most historic districts. M Street, with its array of quaint late-Victorian architecture, is filled to the brim with every shopaholic's delight, with stores ranging from the more upscale clothing stores like Barney's New York Co-Op and Cusp to the stylings found in the Swedish based H&M. Eager to find something a little out of the ordinary? Try Annie Cream Cheese, a boutique spilling over with vintage finds and other miscellaneous treasures, true to the eclecticism of its name.

Voted one of the best clothing boutiques in Washington City Paper's "Best of DC 2009," Urban Chic boutique houses everything from designer jeans to flirty pieces from up-and-coming names in fashion. Throughout the year, it's been known to host trunk shows, sample sales, and unbeatable discounts listed exclusively on its blog. Sharing is caring, Urban Chic has also hosted a shopping party to benefit fundraising efforts for community-based organizations like Fashion for Paws, which hosts luxury fashion events to raise awareness and funding for the Washington Humane Society. And, who can resist champagne and delectable treats at Urban Chic's signature "bubbly + cupcakes" offered at special events?

Georgetown is also home to Dean and Deluca, a gourmet grocery store originally found in New York City, with a bakery unparalleled in freshness. Footsteps away lies Intermix, a hotspot for the latest in trendsetting finds akin to stylist Rachel Zoe's glam spin on fashion. For the edgier side of fashion, be sure to stop by Urban Outfitters, Anthropologie or Betsey Johnson. Want to turn up the volume on your wardrobe? Check out Up Against the Wall, where you're apt to find the perfect accessory to the latest in zesty fashion forward stylings. Up Against the Wall has an assortment of brand names, perfect urban street wear. Shopaholics beware, M street is not for the faint of heart -- plan ahead and stay hydrated for this wild shopping ride.

- Jade Ballard