Happenings

When Mother’s Day rolls around on Sunday, May 8, give her more than a box of chocolates – indulge her the way she has indulged you for so many years with a one-of-a-kind gift! Here in Bethesda, that’s made easy due to the many adorable boutiques we have near our Elm apartments.

Ready to find Mom a present that will be the envy of all of her girlfriends? Head to these local shops to find items such as artisan jewelry, small-designer clothing and vintage shoes, all without venturing too far from home. Don’t forget to take her out for brunch, too!

The Blue House, located at 7833 Woodmont Ave, Bethesda which is a 10 minute walk from your Elm apartment, is a playful shop featuring a colorful array of jewelry, bags and clothing, plus baby gifts and home accents.

The Blue House proprietor Connie has been a successful retailer for over 30 years, beginning with her first store, to having three stores, to eventually settling here in 1995. Browse the store to see their amazing selection of gifts including books, kitchenware, bath and body products and even some fun tchotchkes, all lovingly curated by The Blue House.

South Moon Under, located at 10247 Old Georgetown Rd, Bethesda which is 10 minutes from your Elm apartment, offers stylish, casual apparel for men and women, plus swimsuits, shoes, accessories and jewelry.

In the summer of 1968, South Moon Under opened in Maryland as a small surf shop stocked with hand-shaped surfboards, screen-printed tees and swimwear. It has since evolved into an elevated everyday shopping destination for the effortlessly cool man and woman.

The Blue House

7833 Woodmont Ave, Bethesda, MD 20814

(301) 656-6088

South Moon Under

10247 Old Georgetown Rd, Bethesda, MD 20814

(301) 564-0995