Fairfax County has seen a wave of new businesses opening their doors in recent months, each bringing unique offerings and vibrant energy to the community. Here’s a spotlight on five businesses that are celebrating their grand openings.

Fairy Bronze Mother

On April 5, Fairy Bronze Mother celebrated its grand opening in the Manchester Lakes/Kingstowne area. Founded by Rachel Tyson, who also owns Organic Bronzing Studio in Tysons Corner, Fairy Bronze Mother offers a range of tanning services, including spray tanning, VersaSpa PRO Spray Tans, WellFit Skincare, Poly Red Light Therapy, mobile tans, and Spray Tan Parties. Rachel’s passion for bronzing has led her to serve a diverse clientele, from stay-at-home moms to celebrities on LA's red carpet.

Fairy Bronze Mother began seven years ago when Rachel and her husband developed a mobile lighting kit and system for her tanning tents. This innovation has helped her create a successful business that continues to grow. The grand opening event was also attended by Fairfax County Supervisor Rodney L. Lusk, highlighting the significance of this new addition to the local business community. For more information, visit fairybronzemother.com.

Top it Off Accessories

Top it Off Accessories had their grand opening at a new location in the Belle View Shopping Center on June 12. Co-owners Karena Rasser and Elizabeth Hoenscheid founded the store in 2003 with a vision of bringing versatile, timeless styles to women at affordable prices. The store is known for its summer styles and new jewelry, continuing to empower women with effortless styles that can boost their confidence.

Karena and Elizabeth's journey began with hand-sewn ribbon belts, and over the years, they have expanded their offerings to include a wide range of accessories and apparel. Top it Off is now carried in over 2000 boutiques and gift stores across the US, Canada, and the Caribbean. Their mission remains focused on style, quality, and affordability. To explore their collection, visit topitoffaccessories.com.

Inova GoHealth Urgent Care

On June 18, Inova GoHealth Urgent Care opened a new center at 6671A Backlick Road in Springfield, Va. This facility offers comprehensive healthcare services, including treatment for allergies, asthma, cold and flu, COVID-19 testing, ear infections, flu shots, illnesses, injuries, lab services, skin infections & rashes, sore and strep throat, sports and camp physicals, telemedicine, urinary tract infections, and X-rays.

Inova GoHealth Urgent Care aims to provide convenient and high-quality medical care to the community. Their state-of-the-art facilities and experienced healthcare professionals ensure that patients receive prompt and effective treatment. For more details, visit gohealthuc.com.

RockBox Fitness

If you are looking for a good workout, RockBox Fitness celebrated its grand opening on July 12 in Franconia, Va. Founded by partners Paul and Brandon, RockBox Fitness offers a unique blend of boxing, kickboxing, and functional training designed to make fitness fun and engaging.

RockBox Fitness promises a dynamic workout experience, with new exercises introduced regularly to keep participants motivated and challenged. Whether you're a fitness enthusiast or a beginner, RockBox Fitness provides an inclusive environment where everyone can achieve their fitness goals. Del. Mark Sickles attended the grand opening, underscoring the community's support for this new venture. To learn more, visit rockboxfitness.com/franconia.

Firebirds Wood Fired Grill

One of the latest additions to Fairfax County is Firebirds Wood Fired Grill, which will host a ribbon-cutting and networking event on Aug. 12 at 4 p.m. with the Mount Vernon Springfield Chamber of Commerce. Known for its wood-fired entrees, Firebirds offers a menu featuring aged steaks, seafood, chicken, and ribs, cooked over local hickory, oak, or pecan wood. Supervisor Rodney L. Lusk and Del. Mark Sickles will attend the event. Happy hour begins at 4:30 p.m. with passed appetizers, and guests are welcome to stay for dinner. More information can be found at firebirdsrestaurants.com/springfield.

Supporting Local Businesses

All of these businesses are members of the Mount Vernon Springfield Chamber of Commerce. Supporting these new ventures not only strengthens our community but also fosters economic growth and development. For more information, visit mountvernonspringfield.com/businesses.