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weekly roundup

Gosh, it has been a brilliant week for us! Stay tuned for some awesome collaborations coming up and for more on the Free People Richmond #FPSummerDays event (selfie below from the magical evening!) Also below are some of this week’s obsessions. Read on, friends!

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// We are still pining over this swimsuit Reb rocked at her bachelorette that we mentioned in our post here. Ever since Blue Crush hit the big screen, we have worn a matching bikini…never. Who doesn’t want to look like Kate Bosworth in or out of character? Anyways, this Victoria’s Secret black mesh swimsuit is the exception of all exceptions from our mismatch-bikinis-only-rule. We are convinced it is flattering on any body type and if you’ve been on the fence about high waisted bottoms, these are the ones to try. The mesh cut-outs are oh-so-slimming.

Not pictured: the bridesmaids chugging beer celebrating the bachelorette, in the classiest way. Definitely pictured: Flash Tats.

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// MISTRESSES IS BACK. Yes, those caps are on purpose. Mistresses is in it’s third season on ABC & our ultimate guilty pleasure. Watch this show over a bottle of wine with some girlfriends, and you will never go back. Caution: the male lead, Harry, has the most divine Australian accent and is sexy af.

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// We love champagne but we don’t love how you can’t pop bottles by yourself without a. over serving yourself to finish the bottle or b. wasting perfectly good champagne. Everyone knows champagne does not keep its bubbles for long enough. Meet the little contraption that has rocked our world: Le Creuset’s Champagne Resealer. Now, we can pop bottles by ourselves and be responsible with no fear of wasting or overindulging. To our fellow champagne loves, cheers!

// Here is an article on the importance of creating a 10 year vision from Lululemon’s blog. We enjoy exploring all things about vision and goals. Everywhere we look, the importance of both is stressed & this article has an enlightening but simple perspective on the subject. Our favorite line: “If you are just beginning your own journey, Derrick’s advice is straightforward: ‘Start immediately. Don’t consult anyone about the plausibility of the notion, don’t allow for any self-doubt. Just start doing the thing that you want to be doing far down the road, and eventually you will forget that there was ever an alternative.’ “

(null)// Cath found this brilliant elixir – French Rose Linen Spray by Home & Body, Co. and included it in Reb’s bachelorette party lingerie shower gift! Spray some on your freshly clean sheets (or other fancy delicates) and you are sure to feel like you have miraculously been transported to Paris! Oui, s’il vous plait!

xx,-TCP-

#Rebzbach

This post was promoted by Bud Light Lime. All thoughts and opinions are our own.

Reb is getting married in July, so a bachelorette party has been on our horizon for quite some time. The party finally came to fruition when we hopped on the Palmetto Amtrak to Charleston, SC (aka Chucktown) over a long weekend. Our destination was a beautiful condo in Wild Dunes on Isle of Palms that fit 8 girls and lots of suitcases comfortably, emphasis on the lots of suitcases.
Upon arrival to the island to kick start the party, Reb greeted her bridesmaids with a casual welcome party — including appetizers & adult beverages. After a long day on the train, Reb wanted a no hassle, refreshing solution, so Bud Light Lime® was the drink of choice. Because, who has time to make a margarita after a long train ride when you can just pop open a Bud Light Lime®? In any case, Cath knew this was a sure sign of a promising bachelorette weekend ahead.

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Okay – immediate disclaimer – this “top” is totally a nightgown.  As part of my bachelorette party I had a lingerie shower (yes, basic I know) and got some bomb ass things. I am a bralette & nightgown girl and my bridesmaids totally nailed it (shoutout to all of you). This amazing in bloom nightgown was from my sister / maid of honor and I am totally in love with it. I have to admit that when I first opened it I knew I could totally rock it outside of my bedroom / living room.  I am all for wearing things in a totally different context than what they were designed for, so thanks for perpetuating my habit sis!  Also along similar lines (breaking all fashion rules) – I am always wearing black & brown together so these Frye booties were the perfect compliment to the slip.

blogged while listening to “Great Summer” by Vance Joy 

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Ever since I can remember, I was an avid journal-er. Keyword: was.

Since my graduation from Virginia Tech, I have journaled consistently only when I am wading through a hard time. Other than those oh-so-wonderful-hard-times, I have allowed myself to digress into a sporadic journal-er post college graduation. I hadn’t even noticed I’d put my hobby on the back-burner until I came across the TIME article that we mentioned in our Weekly Roundup yesterday here.

Needles to say, this article has made a mark on my lazy brain because I have been carrying my journal around with me everywhere since it came into my life. There is something to be said about writing about…nothing. Maybe most of my sentences aren’t complete, I use too many abbreviations, and reference too many pop songs – but I feel saner & I know my future self will thank me for it. Plus, we all know reading old entries and getting insight or a belly laugh is the best part.

Blogged while listening to “Pyscho” by Rozzi Crane.

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this week’s roundup

This week has been a serious scorcher in Richmond, but luckily we found several distractions from the heat. We have made some fantastic discoveries, hit some excellent happy hours, & explored new parts of our city.

>> We are obsessed with the Tarte LipSurgence Matte Lip tint and have been rocking it in our latest posts! Our favorite colors are Lively & Hope.

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>> We had an excellent happy hour experience at Wild Ginger in Midlothian complete with sushi, dumplings & of course, Kirin Ichiban.

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>> We fell in love with Parachute bedding. So long college bedding, hello Cloud of Comfort! (their words, our thoughts exactly)

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>> There is endless reading to do these days about blogging, branding, and making a presence for yourself etc and we are trying our best to keep up! Right now we have our nose in Leave Your Mark, by Aliza Licht. She kicks some serious butt on so many levels. The best quote worthy advice we’ve read in the book so far is: “If you don’t ask, you’ll never know. Be an educated risk-taker.” Well said, #DKNYPRGIRL.

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>> We have been jamming out to the new Hilary Duff album,”Breathe In. Breathe Out” with absolute zero shame.

P.S Check out her acoustic version of “Tattoo” from her album on NYLON’s website here if you want to be left with “major feels.”

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>> Speaking of major feels, we have gotten back into journaling. We don’t consider ourselves writers per say but we couldn’t resist reimplementing the habit when we came across this article in TIME magazine by Eric Barker titled This One Simple Thing Can Make Your Life Much Better. Check out Eric’s take on journaling to see how writing can improve…just about everything in life. Here are a couple of our favorite journals: 1 / 2 / 3  and if you want to splurge, 4.

xx,-TCP-

 

 

ocean-breezer vb 6I had a serious revelation while perusing the Bahama Shop in Virginia Beach: *CHAN LUU MAKES CLOTHES* (!!!) They have already conquered the beaded necklaces (one in this post) and wrap bracelets and now they also make gorgeous blouses and dresses? Jackpot.

I also have credit the absolutely perfect windy day on the boardwalk for making the blouse look even more stellar. There is truly something to be said about the location and your surroundings that really improve the aura of an outfit. Sure, these perfectly ripped Paige Jeans & Chan Luu Blouse are the perfect combo for a spring afternoon, but the beach front vibes add an ethereal quality to the look.

Blogged while listening to “Old Pine” by Ben Howard.

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Despite my attempts to be/think like a more interesting woman, I continue to wake up loving T Swift & the latest trends in just about everything. Before your mind starts firing off thoughts of basic this, basic that – hold your horses because I have an exception up my sleeve. I originally titled this post “50 shades of blue” but felt inclined to delete the 50 because, that’s right, I have not touched a book in the Shades of Grey series or seen more than 1/4 of the preview for the movie. I may not be the most interesting women in the world, but I am pretty stoked to have some proof that I don’t do everyyyyything the masses do.

P.S I feel inclined to reveal that (to my not-so-pleasant surprise) these J Brand jeans are meant to be……….capris. Yes, they look like perfectly hemmed denim skinnies on this short-legged-lady but I’ll tell you what, Cath is not complaining. What better than being able to throw on a pair of jeans, without a care in the world aka sans alterations?  If you have short legs or are in need of a pair of capris, head to Bahama Shop or find the link below.

Posted while listening to “Home to Mama” – Justin Bieber, Cody Simpson

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romreb vb 7When I laid eyes on this Free People tunic in Bahama Shop after pinning it months ago, I knew I had to wear it. Despite my growing collection of all things white since being engaged, I knew there had to be some of wedding event aka an excuse to buy this puppy. Is this tunic too much for a casual 8:30 am wedding day breakfast? Jw.

We had such fun spending the day in Virginia Beach: walking the boardwalk, getting in the way of bike lanes, and stopping by our favorite hotel on the Oceanftont: The Hilton! After a delish lunch & pina coladas at the hotel’s restaurant, Catch 31, we ventured to this balcony to soak it all in.

blogged while listening to Future Islands – Sun in the Morning
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summer-sweater

I’ve always been confused by the concept of a summer sweater until this Bailey 44 white cage number came into my life. I can think of a million things I want to wear this sweater with and I am so thankful for Bahama Shop in Virginia Beach for allowing TCP to style looks with their amazing pieces! It was so fun getting to spend the day with them and play with all of their beautiful things!

If you make it to VB this summer, I highly suggest you pop into Bahama Shop which is just a couple of blocks from the ocean front to take a peek. What can be better than a trip to visit the ocean and a perfectly curated boutique moments away? Stay tuned for the next few looks on TCP to see what Bahama Shop is made of!

Beware: you can spend hours pining over all of the denim, flowy tops, & killer shoes at the shop. Plan your beach day accordingly.

Posted while listening to “Chasing the Sun” by Sara Bareilles.
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xx, Reb + Cath