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High Street Collection at Eyemart Express

This post was sponsored by Eyemart Express but all opinions are my own. 

I have worn glasses since the third grade, so honestly I don’t remember what life was like before them!  Over the years, my use of contacts has dwindled more and more, and I really save them for special occasions or if glasses are not an option (aka skiing, skiing, skiing).  Glasses have become a way for me to express my personal style and my collection just continues to grow.  When Eyemart Express reached out, sharing their new High Street Collection, I was so excited to collaborate. (more…)



Bar Solita — Bar Solita opened up in Richmond a few months ago, in the old Graffiato spot on Broad Street! They specialize in Tapas + wood fired pizza and their decor is spectacular!! Last weekend, they introduced Flamingo Brunch with us in attendance and it was such fun. We stayed for 3 hours……  Highly suggest ordering the Pigs in a Blanket and grabbing yourself a table-side bloody mary. They’ve got drink choices for every brunch lover and the food was equally as tasty! Check it out friends.

 

Richmond Ballet’s Cinderella — Next up from the Richmond Ballet is Cinderella! This is one of my favorites and I am so looking forward to seeing it in a few weeks. Cinderella will run February 14-17th, with their Club 407 Night for Young Professionals Friday the 15th. If you’re looking for Valentine’s Weekend plans, this would be a fabulous option!! Get your tickets here.

 

Brunch — The newest venture by the folks behind one of our favorites Lunch/Supper just opened up brunch. in the old Starlite spot on Main Street! Catherine went last weekend and I am DYING to go.  From what I’ve seen, the decor and remodel look amazing, as well as the creative cocktails and delightful menu.  I am currently drooling looking at photos of the waffle flight.

In My Chair — Coming this March, co-produced by Virignia Rep and Cadence Theater, is a play written and performed by the queen Eva DeVirgilis! Catherine and I have been huge fans of Eva since we met her years ago while she was doing make-up at Saks and have loved following along with her journey. Her In My Chair series started as a Ted Talk and developed into so much more as she has traveled the world, speaking to women about major topics like body image and beauty standards! We are so excited to see this vision come to life and watch Eva do her thing on stage yet again.

Don’t Look Back — The delicious Taco joint that started in Carytown has now expanded into Triple’s old spot in Scott’s Addition and just recently opened on Forest Hill Avenue! We are sucks for a good taco and margarita and this is definitely one of our favorite go-to spots around town.

Dear Guest — Our favorite couple behind Dear Neighbor has recently renovated their space and turned it into the perfect BNB haven!! Richmond friends, if you’re looking for a staycation or have friends coming into town, we highly suggest contacting Kristy & Evan about staying at Dear Guest! It is a perfectly curated, minimalist’s dream, plus you can do a little shopping at Dear Neighbor while you’re staying.  Oh, and did we mention it’s right by Sub Rosa?

RVA Friends, feel free to leave comments below about other fun happenings around town so we can help spread the word!!

xx Reb + Cath <3

16 Faux Fur Coats on Sale On ASOS Right Now!

It is not exactly a secret that we love faux fur. If you’ve been following along with us this winter, you know that.  We have had the best time twinning in our new Tart Collections coats and are honestly still coveting so many other faux fur coats as well.  One of our favorite online retailers, ASOS, is currently having a 70% off sale and so many great coats are included!!! We are having some random warm days here in Virginia, but feel certain that we are not out of the woods yet when it comes to cold weather.



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Human Design Chart Reading with Cathclaire

Understanding my human design chart has changed my life beyond measure. Knowing how I operate best in the world and how I digest energy in my life has created so much joy and allowed me to blossom into who I am supposed to be. I am still a work in progress….but from relationships, to work / life balance, to manifesting – my human design chart has unlocked so many helpful tips of information and self awareness! This knowledge has helped me communicate feelings I’ve had for years but never understood. Not only do I understand these feelings but my human design chart has helped me to use these feelings in an efficient way in my life.

I love human design because it give every soul permission to be themselves and slowly diminishes that nagging feeling of self doubt. I have studied human design for a plethora of reasons but the main one being to empower those around me. I have seen such a big change around me through sharing charts with my family and friends and I can’t wait to see that change with you too!

If you want to book a session with me – see details on my Human Design Chart readings here. I’d love to chat! 

human design chart reading cathclairecathclaire fashion blogIf you are interested in my Human Design Chart Reading services, please send me an email at hello@thecathclaire.com

A Love Letter to Richmond Ballet’s The Nutcracker

Ever since my sister-in-law Susannah started working at Richmond Ballet last year, I have fallen completely back in love with the ballet.  From their studio series’, to the epic 35th Anniversary celebration that Catherine and I attended in September, I have loved reconnecting with RB.   When we started collaborating with Richmond Ballet this year, I was overjoyed at the opportunity to help spread the love for Richmond’s ballet company and programs through our channels on The Crystal Press.  I am especially excited to write a little bit about what The Nutcracker means to me! (more…)

Holiday Gift Guide: Under $100

And without further ado, here are 32 great gift ideas under $100!! From great simple sweaters, to fun ideas like this smart jump rope – we’ve got you covered.  If you’re like us, your list is a mile long and as much as you want to spend your whole pay check on gifts for the whole family, you just can’t!  (we may or may not have done some shopping for the people on our list from these options!) 



Holiday Gift Ideas with Minted

Time and time again we have told you about our love for all of minted’s services! From Catherine’s wedding invitations, to me decorating my kitchen, we love to work with Minted. And nowwwww, I’m back at it again and just as excited as before – if not more excited! I have had a vision for our loft space ever since we first walked into our house during our initial house hunt.  We have vaulted living room ceilings with beams (that our cats love, and freaks many of you out on insta-stories) with a loft space outside of our bedroom upstairs.  For two and a half years we had an old hand-me-down desk from my parents sitting there and the space was never used!

~ Enter: chalk paint and a desire to be able to actually work from home ~
Once I painted the desk white, I knew it was time to finish the space. When minted reached out with the opportunity to partner with them again during the holidays I jumped at the offer. Sure I decided on a less conventional “holiday” partnership, but to me this was the perfect Christmas gift to myself! So, whether you are looking for some personalized photo gifts for your loved ones, or want to treat yourself to some pieces of art – minted is a great go-to place! Now through Monday, all gifts are 15% off with other specials going on as well. Time to get shopping, y’all!



Holiday Gift Guide – 32 Stocking Stuffer Ideas

As much as I am sure you’d love to read us go on and on about the different stocking stuffer ideas that we have this year – you’d also like to see us just get straight to the point. Whether you’re looking to add just a little something extra to your husband, sister, mother, brother or cousins stocking or you are looking for ideas of little things to ask for – here are our picks! As always…….

HAPPY SHOPPING!


Holiday Gift Guide For Men

We asked and you guys answered: Gift Guide for Him! Gift Guide for Him!  So here we are. If you’re like us, it is extra hard to shop for the men in your life. It feels like they already have everything they need, and well, because you know, men. So! We have been doing our research over the past couple days and have come up with a list that will hopefully make your holiday shopping a little easier!

 

CLOTHES 



OTHER GUY STUFF 



MORE CLOTHES!



… and if he’s lucky…. WORTH THE SPLURGE!



Cyber Week Sales!

It’s the most wonderful timeeeeeeee of the year! Time to get a head start on your holiday shopping (or your shopping for yourself) with some of the great deals going on right now! We;ve rounded up a few of our favorite deals from our favorite retailers to make things a little easier for you 🙂 

SHOP BOOTS ON NORDSTROM – UP TO 60% OFF


SHOP FAUX FUR ON ASOS – 25% OFF EVERYTHING 



BUY ONE, GET ONE 50% OFF
SHOP HOME DECOR ON URBAN OUTFITTERS



SHOP BASICS ON BOOHOO – 60% OFF EVERYTHING



OTHER SALES:

NASTY GAL – 60% off everything

TOPSHOP – Up to 50% Selected Lines

AMAZON – New deals daily!

QUAY AUSTRALIA – Buy one, get one with code BOGO

ANN TAYLOR – 50% off everything

MISSGUIDED – 50% off everything with code ‘useme’

 

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xx, Reb + Cath