January 2019 | the crystal press fashion blog

January 2019 archive

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

I Am Trying, I Am Winning

We are two weeks into 2019 and we are still riding high on the energy from the new year! We have set some pretty lofty aspirations for the coming year and are looking forward to seeing how things pan out.  Ever since the creation of TCP, I have loved having a creative outlet to share my style tips, outfits, travels and dreams with you guys, but it hasn’t always been an easy ride.  Keeping up with a blog and two instagram accounts, along with a full-time job, a marriage and well LIFE, has not always been easy.  At times it has felt more like a chore and less like a passion, and this year one of my goals is to create only when I feel inspired and/or excited about a product, piece or brand.



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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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