Chic to chic-er

Chic to Chic is not only having their huge January sale right now, they've also started the Chic to Chic Challenge--a 12-week program designed to get Chic guys and girls more fit, which culminates in a 5K or 1K around the lake at the Rio Washingtonian Center. Entry is $20. Proceeds benefit GaithersburgHelp.org and Family Services.org. But don't miss the sale. This super luxe consignment shop features fine jewelry, designer handbags--Chanel, Prada--and great deals on designer names. My treasured vintage opera coat--Lagerfeld with velvet collar, beaded dancers on the pockets and oversized velvet cuffs--is a Chic to Chic bargain.

You had me at pinot

I know that fashions come and go and end their season with a big sale. But I didn't realize that fine wine merchants clean house too. If wine's your thing, and of course it is, you might want to check out the 90 pt. clearance sale at finewine.com. Though the Kim Crawford sauvignon blanc for $18.98 caught my eye, I love Spanish wine too. In addition to the Sabor Mayor on sale for $11.98, this Friday night Flight Night features a tasting of four Spanish wines for $22. I'm back in the Plaza Mayor leisurely sipping before my 10:30 dinner. Finewine.com has a friendly atmosphere, wine bar and live music on Saturday nights. For the address and such, please click here.