February 2018 | the crystal press fashion blog

February 2018 archive

Cathclaire Lookbook

Affordable Fashion: The Red Trend

Looking for affordable fashion options? Todays post is for you!

When it comes to fashion, we will be the first ones here at The Crystal Press to say that affordable fashion ALWAYS put a smile on our face. Don’t get me wrong, we love to find ways to get fashionable investment pieces – but that option is not always in the cards for Rebecca and I. That being said, affordable fashion has become something we have gotten really good at during our time fashion blogging on TCP and we are excited to share our knowledge with you in the name of the pop of red trend!

Have you noticed the red trend craze or is that just us? From Rebecca’s lookbook outfit post here with red earrings to these looks I have pulled up for this fashion trend focus post – red seems to be all around us! I have gathered up some great pieces, from accessories to clothing, that will add the perfect amount of red into your wardrobe without requiring too much effort or breaking the bank here:

Affordable Fashion: Pop of Red Clothing:

Affordable Fashion : Pop of Red Accessories

 

Lookbook Rebecca

Mixing Textures: Leather, Velvet & Lace

When you find the perfect velvet + lace slip dress on sale at Zara, and find these kickass boots on sale too – well, that’s a great day.  I hit the end of winter Zara sale pretttttty hard a few weeks ago and am stoked about my finds! Lately, as Cath and I have been trying to keep things interesting here on TCP, I’ve been really into stepping out of the box and trying new looks that I may not feel 100% comfortable with.  This mixed textures look was one definitely of them!

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Cathclaire Lookbook

Transitioning Winter Wardrobe in Spring Weather with The Crystal Press

These sixty degree weather days are popping up more and more as Spring tries to make its way into our life and it’s AMAZING. When I was flying back from Santa Fe, NM last week, I checked what the weather would be when I landed in Richmond and happened to notice that it was warmer than Los Angeles, California (where my alter ego lives.) Rebecca and I seem to endlessly chatter about the weather on here but TBH, watching the drastic changes has made it kind of hard NOT to talk about the weather – am I right?

On the same weather note, as these warm days keep popping up on our calendar – why not think about dressing for these warm days as well? This blogpost is an outfit I wear on a random warm day, without going TOO Spring oriented. A white long sleeve and backless Farrow shirt from Need Supply, wide leg culottes, and a straw bag from Need Supply Co with my (now) attached-to-my-head black French Connection hat from ASOS. Want to jazz your “Sprinter” (Spring in the middle of Winter) outfit up even more? Add some dangly earrings with a pop of color. I grabbed a blue pair and think that Anthropologie has a great selection of statement earrings.

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Beauty Lifestyle

Friday Favorites: Graphic Tees and Malin + Goetz

 

HAPPY FRIDAY, friends! We made it! What are you guys up to this weekend? I’m looking forward to hopefully getting some painting done around the house – a longgggg overdue task.  I have such a hard time being productive around the house on Saturdays and an even harder time trying to convince John that that’s when normal people do house work.  We’d usually rather have our normal crosswording and brunch session at Joe’s Inn, followed by beer and basketball or brewery hopping! But, I’m putting my foot down this weekend! We – will – get- it – done.

ANYWHO! As you guys have probably noticed, every week or so Catherine and I like to take a look at our recent outfits, insta-stories and blog posts and look for the inevitable patterns that develop.  Lately, we’ve been rocking graphic tees non-stop, and specifically graphic tees that make us feel like serious #GirlBosses. It’s a great reminder when you look in the mirror to have a kicka$$ message staring back at you!  Cath’s Gucci tee is pretty much #goals too. We’ve rounded up a few of our favorite boss babe tees for you guys here:

I’ve gotta support our local faves Little Nomad with this RVA All Day shirt, too! You can see Cath rocking hers in one of my favorite, extra looks here.

malin + goetz hair products

 

Another favorite on repeat these days are Malin + Goetz products! The peppermint shampoo + cilantro conditioner are divine for our hair and the recovery treatment oil is a true miracle worker. The price tag might be kind of high, but trust me, its worth it.  It will make your face as smoooooth as a baby’s bottom.  (Just now realizing how kind of creepy that saying is?)

malein + goetz

 

Cathclaire Lifestyle Rebecca

Galentine’s Day with The Crystal Press

Since the dawn of The Crystal Press, the two of us have celebrated Galentine’s Day. Whether we are traveling for fashion month or at home in Richmond together, we make a point to celebrate in one way or another! It is hard to believe that just 10 plus years ago this now well known celebration was coming to life through the TV show Parks and Rec and today it is a worldwide celebration between females. WE LOVE IT!

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Lookbook Rebecca

How To Wear Jean Shorts In The Winter

Jean Shorts + OTK boots, a classic winter combo?

Whenever Catherine and I are getting ready together – for an event, for a shoot or just for the day – her go-to when she is having outfit struggles, is her favorite jean shorts. (Well, there are a few pairs in rotation, but you get the point.) Honestly, I would never have thought of wearing them in the winter time, if it wasn’t one of her trusty looks.  I think one time this winter it was literally 10 degrees out, and Cath sends a snap of her heading out with short denim + over the knee boots. This is a true story. For me, I have been bundling up in an array of fabulous outerwear, just desperate to stay warm!

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Beauty Lifestyle

Beauty Must-Haves from NET-A-PORTER

Alright, this blogpost on The Crystal Press is for all of my fellow beauty junkies. I am OBSESSED with beauty products and my obsession ranges from skincare to mascara to highlighter and everything in between. You guys too?

 

Lately, I have had my eye on a lot of products that I want to try on NET-A-PORTER. I mean, Diptyque Rose Hand Cream? I can’t not picture myself pulling that baby out of my purse and smelling like the chicest goddess on Earth after applying! I am fully aware of my beauty junkie problem but for your viewing (and online shopping) pleasure here is what I am currently craving from NET-A-PORTER Beauty. Some of these products maybe me a litttttle pricey, but trust me, its important to invest in the best products!

Had to throw in some of our overall favorite fragrances as well!

xx, HAPPY TUESDAY LOVELIES!

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xx, Reb + Cath