My hometown(ish) newspaper, The Washington Post has just launched glossy magazine FW, or Fashion Washington.

While the new monthly is obviously not an independent publication, they’ll certainly spotlight some of the blossoming designers and boutiques in the area.  On their website FW promises to its readers

the increasingly stylish scene here, from trend-setting diplomats and star-studded parties to fab jewelry lines and store openings. On its pages you’ll not only see the hottest, prettiest new styles, you’ll also read about the fascinating cast of characters — designers, shop owners and famous faces — making D.C. a hip place to be.

FW isn’t yet available to all subscribers, but dozens of D.C.-area boutiques, hotels, and salons will have free copies. The debut issue, released today, is available online in PDF.