August 2021 | the crystal press fashion blog

August 2021 archive

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Wedding Guest Edit: Zebra Print Maxi Dress

This would make the perfect dress for fall weddings or special events.

ASOS Design Maxi Dress The Crystal Press Fashion

It feels GOOOOOD to get dressed up again. Like, really good. If you’re like me you really leaned into loungewear over the past year and a half and LOVED IT. I have bought more sweat suits, knitwear and t-shirts than ever before and fully leaned into making the fashionable. Because I do truly believe you can make a LOOK out of sweats.

BUT, as of late, I have been really excited to get dressed up, create new outfits and have just generally rediscovered my love for styling. I reallyyy felt it when I wore the orange dress to my sister-in-laws rehearsal dinner a few weeks ago, and the momentum has kept up ever since. I got really excited for our shoot with Halle of Wild Heart Creative, because it had been a while since Catherine and I created content together just for fun.

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Fashion Lifestyle Travel

Must-Have Amazon Biker Shorts with Pockets

$20 amazon biker shorts

I have done extensive research on the best biker shorts with pockets over the past year! Last year during quarantine, I started walking a couple miles each day in different neighborhoods around Richmond.  We live in a cul de sac and just walking up and down the street was just not doing it for me. So I would drive into Carytown, The Fan or Northside to get my stroll on.  Because I wasn’t walking from home, pockets were essential to hold my phone, car keys, mask and card if I was going to stop for coffee or a drink on my walk.

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Fashion Rebecca Wedding

Spotlight on: Orange Wedding Guest Dresses

Is Orange your color? Have you never worn it? If you said yes to either answer, this post is for you.

[ this post was written in August 2021 but edited with updated selects in August 2022]

ORANGE WEDDING GUEST DRESS

When I took to insta-stories with an ASOS haul to help me figure out what to wear to my sister-in-laws rehearsal dinner, I was blown away that so many people loveddddd the orange dress option! If you’ve been a follower around here for any amount of time, you know that I tend to stick to black or neutrals for basically all of my clothing.  But lately, I have been inspired to branch out with new colorful pieces, and was so glad I decided to add this orange dress to my cart as an option for the rehearsal dinner. (more…)

Fashion Lookbook Rebecca

The $30 Amazon Dress You Need In Your Closet

this $30 amazon dress is the perfect addition to any closet

marc fisher rebecca piersol

YEP, YOU READ THAT RIGHT. $30. I first shared my love for this dress over on my personal blog, Sartorial Meanderings, at the end of summer. And whaddya know, I just couldn’t resist getting it in another color!  Ever since I saw my girl Laura Leigh of Louella Reese wearing the blue version, I knew I would add it to my wardrobe eventually! I have gotten more compliments when wearing the blue version than I have on any piece in a while. Who knew that a simple $30 dress could end up being one of the cornerstones of my fall wardrobe.

I won’t go on and on about it too much, but just trust me, y’all.  It comes in like 15 color and print combos, is the perfect midi length, lightweight and comfortable, perfect for layering and can be dressed up or down! Style it with a cardigan in the fall or sandals during the summer. I don’t try and force purchases on you guys *that* often (hehehe), but I’m really pushing you on this one here! Anyways, let’s get to how I styled it this time.

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Cathclaire Fashion Lifestyle Lookbook

3 Cathclaire Approved Amazon Dresses Under $40

amazon fashion dresses under $50

I have been hesitant about Amazon fashion but lately, my exposure to it on all things social media has seeped into my pores and changed my mind. If you follow me on Instagram, you know that I have been somewhat uninspired with the shopping world lately for a variety of reasons. Some of my favorite stores in Richmond, VA have closed due to the pandemic (RIP Nordstroms & Need Supply Co) and while I usually love online shopping, I haven’t found that many fashion purchases that I am pining for.

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Fashion Lookbook Rebecca

Reb’s Favorites: superdown Cropped Tops from REVOLVE

As you guys can see, I am on a HUGE crop top kick. I just love how they can be dressed up or dressed down, layered or stand alone as the basis of an outfit. My current favorites are superdown from REVOLVE. I shared a few favorites last month in this post, but since then I have added a few new favorites to my collection.  They were all perfect for my recent Vegas trip, and they will all still be in play once fall rolls around and I can throw a sweater, blazer or button down over them.

Here are a few of my current favorites:

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