I cannot believe today is Reb’s 30th birthday and that we get to share it with you guys on The Crystal Press! Birthdays and holidays always have a way of making one feel nostalgic…. In fact, it feels like just the other day we were dreaming up The Crystal Press over a bottle of wine, while being our reckless twenty-something selves. Fast forward years later, and here we are at Reb’s milestone birthday and sharing it with YOU! Reb got married a couple of years ago at The Homestead and today she is headed there to get some serious R + R before her big party for her 3-0 (see the wedding photos here) I have no doubt she and her husband John will have the best time ringing in her birthday in the best way – Homestead style!
Shop some of the closet additions I have my eye on to give Reb for her BDAY:
Who else has procrastinated their New Years Eve get-up this year?
Like I said in my last post, my 30th birthday is simply days away. To celebrate, some of my pals are throwing a joint birthday party for me and our other bff Catherine on New Years Eve. We figured rather than making everyone celebrate all three occasions, we would have one epic house party. I gotta say im pretttyyyyyyyy excited. That being said, I still don’t know what I am going to wear yet. EEEEK. So I’ve been trolling the ‘nets for the perfect look and while I was at it, I figured I would round up some of the things that have caught my eye – justttt in case you’re in the same boat for NYE. (more…)
Who doesn’t love a bold striped sweater just in time for the 1st day of winter? (aka sweaterweather?)
Well friends, I’m just 5 days from my 30th birthday and walking into it with an AWESOME attitude. And by awesome, my new motto is “if I want to wear the same striped sweater 4 days in a row, then I will.” And that is exactly what I did after I got this striped sweater/gem from ASOS in the mail. It went a little like this : Step 1: open package. Step 2: Try on striped Sweater Step 3: Wear it the rest of the day. Step 4: Wear it to Girl’s Christmas at The Jefferson with the ruffled Zara PantsStep 5: Wear it Saturday while bopping around to breweries and taking these photos with Cath. Step 6: Wear it on a lazy Sunday to do Crosswords, eat at Joe’s Inn and go see Star Wars: The Last Jedi. (more…)
Whether you need packing tips for your holiday travels or are planning holiday fashion outfits for your Christmas weekend, The Crystal Press has you covered with ideas to make the most out of your wardrobe this holiday!
We are less than a week away from Christmas. What the!
Yes, I have been watching Christmas movies basically every night since Thanksgiving (which I’m sure you guys have seen on my cathclaire instastory nonstop), but being so festive this year REALLY made time fly by super fast. Does anyone else feel this way?
Plan Ahead: This may sound like a no-brainer when it comes to packing tips, but if you ask me, it’s even more important when packing for the holidays. Not only are you traveling with gifts so the extra space is key, but you are also probably traveling to spend time with family or friends. If you plan ahead and get clear about what you may need while on your trip, you will avoid forgetting an essential item and wasting precious time scrambling to get an outfit together or for something you need vs enjoying time carefree with your people!
Maximize Space in Your Suitcase: Towing gifts to your destination can take up a lot of space when packing, especially if you are flying. One of our favorite packing tips we just learned? To make the most room in your suitcase, roll your clothing. Not only does this maximize space but it also creates much less wrinkles. Doesn’t that sound amazing?
Pick a Neutral Color Outfit Base: The Crystal Press is a huge fan of packing a neutral outfit base (think black, white, camel, navy), whether we are traveling to fashion week or home for the holidays. Packing with one main color in mind allows you to interchange pieces throughout your travels for different events without overstuffing your suitcase. Getting off the plane to meet friends for a fancy welcome dinner? Throw a blazer over your airplane get-up and trade out your flats for heels. My go-to neutral base for this trip (and pretty much always) is black. I am going to be packing everything in this outfit post for my holiday travels – these leather culottes from ASOS are the most versatile piece I own right now and not to mention super comfy. I love how they pair with this old skool Vans and also can be dressed up with black heels for a night out or church with the family
Keep Essential Items In Your Carry-On: If you are like me and can’t seem to travel without checking a bag – be sure to use this packing tip when traveling! Holiday travel can get crazy because it is such a popular time to jet-set so be prepared. Nothing is worse than getting to your destination without your necessities and essential items and especially during such a special time like the holidays!
Find Your Favorite Luggage / Suitcase Brand: This is something Rebecca and I have been shopping alot for with all of the traveling we have been doing the past few years. Here are a few of our favorite suitcase and luggage brands we are shopping right now!
For all of you that are going away this holiday, I wanted to share my packing list / packing tips and how I maximize the room in my suitcase without sacrificing fun fashion-forward pieces. I am packing a lot of black for my holiday getaway to Kansas City, following the neutral base packing tips listed above. Having one neutral color as a theme for the base of your outfits while traveling is a great way to mix and match pieces, as well as easy to layer. I am packing these leather culottes pictured in this outfit post that I scored on Black Friday from ASOS, a couple of casual black sweaters and t-shirts, my black Jeffrey Campbell boots, and 2 coats. I love having all black as the base for traveling because it prevents me from overpacking (usually things I won’t wear anyways. Ask Rebecca, I am an insane overpacker….this post is as much for me as it is you guys lol) aka maximizes the room in my suitcase for statement coats and accessories….and gifts! I am going to pack my green star faux fur and my big red coat that makes me look like Mrs. Clause. You didn’t think I was going to pack all black and hide my festiveness this year, did you?(more…)
Ever since we were little girls, The Jefferson Hotel in Richmond has always been a staple destination to visit around the holidays. I’m sure many of you know that just driving by the hotel’s decorations will fill your heart with the holiday spirit and it’s true! We are locals but still are always in awe of the decorations. As the two of us get further into the life that is adulthood, these traditions around the holidays become even more special and things that we want to make time for despite our busy schedules. (more…)
TBH, we only just found out that “Green Monday” was thing like, yesterday. But, hey, sales around the holidays are right up our alley! So whether you still need some last minute pieces for your holiday wardrobe, or are shopping for your sisters, bffs and moms – here are some great sales going on right now. Get ’em while the gettins good! (more…)
Let’s face it, shopping for the men in our lives can be tricky. I tend to spend lotssssss of time trying to figure out what I am going to give my husband, and it always helps to hear some ideas from others! So, whether you’re shopping for your dad, brother or that special man in your life, we’ve rounded up some of our favorite things that we know they’ll love this year! (more…)
We are so excited to share two holiday gift card bundles with Nisolo – one women’s and one men’s. If you follow along with us regularly, especially on our insta-stories, you know that we are big fans of Ledbury (see recent post with them here) – the luxury menswear brand located in our hometown of Richmond, VA. So when we heard that they were a part of this holiday gift card bundle campaign, we got pretty excited. (more…)
Holiday shopping can be so very overwhelming, as we all know!! here on TCP we are going to try and make that a little easier for you. We will have a gift guide series starting today, with tips and items that should help you cross of some of the people on your list! Today, here are a few of our favorite stocking stuffer ideas.
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I cannot believe today is Reb’s 30th birthday and that we get to share it with you guys on The Crystal Press! Birthdays and holidays always have a way of making one feel nostalgic…. In fact, it feels like just the other day we were dreaming up The Crystal Press over a bottle of wine, while being our reckless twenty-something selves. Fast forward years later, and here we are at Reb’s milestone birthday and sharing it with YOU! Reb got married a couple of years ago at The Homestead and today she is headed there to get some serious R + R before her big party for her 3-0 (see the wedding photos here) I have no doubt she and her husband John will have the best time ringing in her birthday in the best way – Homestead style!
Like I said in my
TBH, we only just found out that “Green Monday” was thing like, yesterday. But, hey, sales around the holidays are right up our alley! So whether you still need some last minute pieces for your holiday wardrobe, or are shopping for your sisters, bffs and moms – here are some great sales going on right now. Get ’em while the gettins good! 
