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Fashion Lifestyle Richmond

Our 3 Go-To Photo Spots in Richmond, VA

Traveling to Richmond or looking for the best photo spots for your next photoshoot? Here are our most FAVORITE and (in our opinion) most photogenic locations used on The Crystal Press.

1 ~ Scott’s Addition – This is our #1 shoot location and has been since day one. Day one being when we bought our first DSLR camera with no idea how to use it. Peep this blogpost from 2015 with photos taken in Scott’s Addition….as embarrassing as it is, we had to start somewhere! We love to just wander around and start shooting when a location strikes our fancy.

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2. Under Westwood Overpass – Our newest discovery near Catherine’s house is this spot underneath the Westwood Overpass. We love the moody vibes it brings out in photos!

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See our full post on why we heart One Teaspoon denim so much here.

3. Monument Avenue 195 Overpass – This was one of the first places we took photos with Kaytee, almost 3 years ago! (See first photo below) These are still some of our favorite photos to date. Maybe because they’re nostalgic, but also because it is a favorite spot! We’ve also seen plenty of friends drive by while we are shooting here and give a good honk & jump. One of those moments captured below as well!

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First photos with Kaytee – Fall 2017
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When your friend drives by, awkward but cute. Cute but awkward. LOL

Richmond is ever changing and we have thoroughly enjoyed rediscovering the city as we have built The Crystal Press over the past *almost* 6 years. We are always looking for new photo locations around Richmond, so feel free to send us your tips and tricks fellow Richmonders.

With love as always,

Rebecca and Catherine

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PHOTO SPOTS RICHMOND VA
PHOTO SPOTS RICHMOND VA

Fashion Lifestyle Rebecca Wedding

Reb’s 5 Year Anniversary Photos

this post first appeared on sartorial meanderings on july 25, 2020.

Okay, so I couldn’t resist a sneak peek at our photos on IG and in this post on my personal blog – featuring the wrap dress, BUT HERE ARE EVEN MORE!

We shot these photos with the lovely Halle Kennon a few weeks ago, and I have been dying to share them ever since. If you have read the past few posts, you know I ordered three dresses from Rent The Runway and couldn’t decide which one to wear, so I wore all three! {More about Rent the Runway and Why I am Loving it, in this post, as well.}  From the dresses, to the location, to the shots that Halle captured, this shoot turned out exactly as I had imagined it! Considering that all of my photos for TCP & RP are usually all black, simple and minimal, I wanted to try something different for this shoot and I am SO glad I did.

I don’t have much more rambling to do, as the photos speak for themselves but just one quick suggestion. If you have an upcoming couples shoot, I recommend checking out pinterest beforehand for inspo (pin this post for later!) because the photos where we used some inspiration that Halle found turned out much better than John and I just wandering around in the field! Sometimes a little direction goes a long way. Don’t get me wrong, we did capture some great photos at the beginning, but it helps to change up the posing to get a little variety.

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Fashion Lifestyle Rebecca

Elevate Your Wardrobe with Rent The Runway

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Last summer, I loved working with Rent the Runway, trading out dreamy dresses for my wardrobe for our travels! From Getaway House to Miami, I loved being able to pick out new pieces for the new places we were going. It was so nice to have lovely designer pieces without the designer price tag and if you are like me wear-one-time-then-hang-in-your-closet. But, I paused my subscription when fall came around as I didn’t need it as much. I definitely wouldn’t have thought that I wanted it during corona times, but I was wrong!

After all, who wouldn’t want to play dress up in your backyard, or wear new pieces to create new memories. John and I are celebrating our 5th anniversary on July 25th, and I knew I wanted to do a dreamy photo shoot and I have nothing that was inspiring me. SO, I was thrilled when Rent the Runway reached out about their latest promotion!

Right now you can use REBECCAPERK40 for ~$95 off their 2 Swap subscription. This comes out to two months for $89!

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Fashion Lifestyle Lookbook

Light Layers: Kimonos & Cover-Ups

you don’t have to put away your kimonos and cover-ups just because summer is over.

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Photos by Halle Kennon

We LOVE layers. Year Round. No Question.

BUT, layering in the summer can be tricky tricky, especially when it gets super hot and humid, like it has been in Richmond lately. We love to have the option to wear tank tops and shorts, and skirts, but even on the hottest days, we both tend to reach for a top layer.

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Fashion Lifestyle

The Best July 4th Sales!

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SPANX ~ You guys know I love the Spanx leggings and I talked about this sale a few days ago on stories. The basic black pair – pictured here – aren’t included in the sale but there are plenty of other colors available at 50% off! Do not miss this one. Add a couple pairs of underwear to your cart while you’re at it.

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Reb’s Picks: Black Dresses for Summer

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Photos by Halle Kennon

Black dresses on here, to me, the queen of only wearing black, are not ground breaking.

BUT! With each new season, and each new collection that comes out, I have to keep you guys updated on my current faves.  This strapless number I found on ASOS a few weeks ago sold out SO FAST, but I have found plenty of great options out there on Shopbop, Nordstrom, Urban Outfitters, J.ING & H&M. From slinky LBDs to flowy maxis and midis in between, I have found 20 great options for you guys. (more…)

Fashion Lookbook Rebecca

Anine Bing Tees + Sweats : The Perfect Fall Combo

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Photos by Halle Kennon

When we were preparing for our first post lock down shoot with Halle, I ordered a few new pieces of clothing, with new outfits in mind. HOWEVER, I also knew that I wanted to capture this Anine Bing tee that has been on repeat over the past few months.  When I saw these joggers, I knew they would create the perfect look. And by the perfect look I mean, a mix between #quarantine lounge wear and street style.  Something I am actually wearing regularly. Usually, when I have these grand ideas for outfits, especially for photo shoots with Catherine, I order the pieces and the outfit doesn’t turn out exactly how I envisioned it.  THIS TIME THOUGH: it actually worked. The addition of the boots dresses up the look, but if you are working at home, slippers would totally work too.

I was so happy with the way this look turned out and even though it was a little hot for sweatpants outside when we shot these photos, the days are getting cooler, plus most of us are working inside (at home or safely back to work).  If you follow along with me on IG, you know that I have been a huge fan of Anine Bing tees for a while now. Ever since Catherine put me onto them last summer, they are a staple in my closet.  At $99, you are paying a little more for a graphic tee, but I have to say they are 100% worth it.  They are SO SOFT and you get designer quality without having to spend $400. I find myself reaching for one or the other of the ones I own oh so frequently.

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Fashion Lifestyle

MDW Sales!

Better late than never! Here are some of our favorite sales going on right now..

ABERCROMBIE : 40 – 60% OFF SITE WIDE PLUS AN EXTRA 15% ON SELECT ITEMS (including my fave cozy zip up)

REVOLVE: AN EXTRA 20% OFF SALE STYLES

TOPSHOP: 30% OFF SUMMER STYLES, 50% OFF SALE

URBAN OUTFITTERS : 40% OFF SELECT STYLES

CRATE & BARREL : ALLLLL KINDS OF GOOD SALES GOING ON

NORDSTROM: Clearance up to 60% Off

BOOHOO: Up to 60% Off Site wide

LULULEMON: Up to 50% off “We Made Too Much”

Fashion Lookbook Rebecca

The Perfect Spring Dress from J.ING

J.ING is currently having their semi-annual sale and everything is 25% off, sale up to 70% off! Don’t miss out!

*this post was originally published on May 8th

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SPRING IS HERE!!!!!

Here in the great state of VA, it feels like Spring gets skipped over year after year. One day it is 40 degrees and the snow is melting, and the next week its in the 80s. Luckily, this year, we have actually been experiencing spring in all its glory. {Of course, suffering through the pollen too, but that’s another story} We have had our fair share of spring showers, but we also have had beautiful days in the 60s and 70s.

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Fashion Lookbook Rebecca

Everyday Style with Reb

This post first appeared on rebeccapiersol.me a month ago, but is even more relevant today than it was then!

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photos by Divina Stennfeld <3

I love sharing all of my quirky, fun, dressed up, and staged looks for you guys on here and over on my own site.  It gives me a space to be creative with my outfits and show y’all all sorts of fun possibilities.  However, I noticed that I shy away from sharing things that I actually wear on a daily basis.  Sure I’ve shared plenty of my favorite sweaters, jeans and other classic staples with you but this is different! If you follow me on IG or tiktok, you’ve probably seen a slew of my everyday looks and I think that this one is the most everyday of them all.

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