Treat Yourself to Something Beautiful at Le Village Marché

Title: in Shirlington (Venue-name title works well here — the name itself is evocative and SEO-friendly) Meta description: Le Village Marché at 2800 S. Randolph St. in Shirlington Village is a French-inspired home décor and gift boutique open since 2007 — Marseilles soaps, letterpress stationery, candles, beaded chandeliers, and free gift wrapping.

After a trip to Paris in 2000, founder and owner Angela Phelps was so inspired that five years later she left her career behind to open Le Village Marché in March 2007 in the Village at Shirlington — wanting to replicate what she found at the famous flea markets of Paris and Provence, blending the old and the new. The result is one of the most genuinely delightful small shops in all of Arlington: a bright, beautifully curated space where French light music plays softly and the shelves are stocked with things you didn’t know you needed — savon de Marseilles soap in paper-wrapped bars, hand-blown glass tea canisters, faux silk flowers that look better than the real thing, beaded chandeliers, letterpress notecards with witty captions, seasonal artwork, French tea towels, ceramic garden markers, and candles from small European makers. The average price point is around $25 and every purchase is wrapped in tissue and ribbon at no extra charge — making it one of the most reliable gift-shop stops in the county.

Le Village Marché has been named one of DC’s best gift shops and the best place to find a unique gift. The shop also offers custom letterpress printing for weddings, social events, and business stationery — a niche service that has made it the go-to for Arlington’s discerning hosts and party planners. The displays change regularly, so repeat visitors consistently find something new. Located at 2800 S. Randolph Street, Suite 110-A in the Village at Shirlington (entrance on Campbell Avenue), open Monday through Saturday 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. and Sunday 11 a.m. to 6 p.m.  Visit levillagemarche.com.