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CrystalPhuong.net is a Personal Style & Travel Blog based in Singapore, written by Crystal Phuong. The blog was nominated FOUR times in Top 10 Best Fashion Blogs in the annual Singapore Blog Award from 2012- 2015, voted as one of the Best Lifestyle Blogs in Singapore in 2013 by Hotelclub.com, and Best Travel Blogs in 2016 by Foodpanda.com. Crystal hopes to connect and inspire young women to lead a healthy and happy life. Be confident, be positive, and be kind.
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WHAT TO WEAR ON VALENTINE'S DAY?

WHAT TO WEAR ON VALENTINE'S DAY?



Hi everyone, 
Valentine's Day is just around the corner (exactly three days away), are you ready for it? I hope you have already prepared a special gift for your loved one. If you haven't done so, please check back my blog entry to find out what are the best gifts to buy for him or her.

Now that you have a great present, it's time to look for a perfect outfit. Finding what to wear has always been a big problem for women. We can stand in front of the wardrobe for an hour trying to find which dress we should wear.

To save you from this fashion dilemma, I've come up with 3 different outfit ideas that will not only be Valentine-appropriate, but also make you look like a star of the night. Whether you are out having fun with your girlfriends or going for a candle light dinner with Mr. Right, you have a date. I have a dress!

::Shop this outfit::





2. Lady in red

::Shop this outfit::





3. Black and Gold!

::Shop this outfit::



Thank you so much for reading! I wish you a wonderful and happy Valentine's Day! Please share with me what will you be wearing on this day! 
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NEW YEAR'S EVE OUTFIT IDEAS

NEW YEAR'S EVE OUTFIT IDEAS



2014 is soon coming to an end and 2015 is just around the corner. Have you decided what to wear for New Year's Eve yet? I know some girls may feel lazy to go through the whole process of searching for a perfect dress. But believe me, it will be all worth it.

New Year's Eve is the most magical, memorable and meaningful night of the year. It's the time for us to reflect, to celebrate and to wish for the best things in our life. Whether you have a count down party at your friend's house, in a restaurant or in a club, you should totally dress your best to celebrate the night away. A sexy little black dress or a red sequin dress would hurt nobody. If you still haven't had any idea of what to wear on this special day, I have here 3 outfits that might help to put an end to your what-to-wear dilemma.

1. Red Is A New Black


A little less formal than a floor-length gown, but more dressy than pants, a jumpsuit is always my ultimate choice whenever I need to look formal and feel comfortable for an event or a party. It's such an effortlessly chic and sophisticated outfit. Why red jumpsuit, you ask? Well, what color is more appropriate for a party and celebration than red? If you love being a center of attention, then this red jumpsuit is definitely your style.



2. The Tulle Story

Recently, tulle has been such a huge trend. As a statement piece itself, tulle skirt can make any girl look like a princess who just steps out of the fairytale. Pairing a tulle skirt with a motor leather jacket for a perfect boy-meets-girl look, I'm pretty sure this outfit will make you become a head-turner of the night.

Nelly Sequin Crop Top- currently on sale.
Gianvito Rossi Suede Pumps- A more affordable version here
Alexander McQueen Clutch- A more affordable version here

3. The Way She Wears It

If sequin and loud colors are not your things, opt for an outfit in a neutral color like :black, gray or beige. But wait! What if we combine all three colors together? Three Floor has an answer for you. This statement dress from Three Floor is currently my favorite. I love the creative, asymmetrical wrap skirt with zip detail and the crew neckline. Such a statement dress like this deserve to be worn on a very special night like New Year's Eve.

Christian Louboutin Heels- An affordable version here
Tom Binn Necklace - An affordable version here



There you have it! Three outfit ideas for one special night. Which one is your favorite? Do you have any favorite outfit in mind? Please share with me at the comments section below. 
Happy New Year and Thank you so much for reading! 
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WHAT TO BRING IN A CARRY-ON LUGGAGE?

WHAT TO BRING IN A CARRY-ON LUGGAGE?




The traveling season is here! Even if you don't travel anywhere during this Christmas or New Year's (like me), there are many long weekends next year, waiting for you ahead. Like many people, I love everything about traveling except for packing. It's more fun thinking about the journey than worrying about what to and what not to bring. I used to be a real-life example of someone who always packed many redundant things and forgot the most basic necessity. Over time, I got better when I traveled and never left any important item at home. The secret is simple: have a checklist whenever you start packing.

Besides check-in luggage, a carry-on luggage is the most important thing to me. I lost my check-in luggage before when I flew to Vietnam (I blogged about it here). The only thing I had left with me was my carry-on luggage when I arrived at the destination. I survived the trip with just that luggage.

Want to know what are the must-have items inside my luggage? Here is a list for you! 



Tech Gadgets

Comfort and Apparel
Mango Long Wool Cardigan- An expensive version here

Beauty

Bags and Accessories

What do you bring in your carry-on luggage? Please share with me in the comments section below.
Bon Voyage if you are traveling and Happy packing if you are planning to go on a trip. 
Thank you so much for reading! 



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HOW TO WEAR MAXI DRESS FOR PETITE WOMEN

HOW TO WEAR MAXI DRESS FOR PETITE WOMEN



When it comes to fashion, I think many of us can agree on one thing: maxi dresses are gorgeous. They became a hit a few years ago and now they're back. Most likely with a vengeance. Of course, if you're  like me who's petite (5'4" or shorter), you probably find it a challenge choosing the right maxi dresses and wearing them because when worn incorrectly, there's a high possibility that you could end up looking like a tent. 

Thankfully, I have since learned how to wear gorgeous maxi dresses. And if you're as petite as me, you'll love these styling tips.

1. Never forget to wear Heels



The best way to elongate your body when wearing a maxi dress is to wear it with wedges or heels. Doing so will give you the height you need to keep the hems from touching the ground and can add a few inches of length to your small body frame.

2. Opt for the Right Prints and Designs



It's best that you scale down the prints on a dress so as to not make you look smaller than you already are. If you have a small frame, opt for maxi dresses that have small- to medium-sized prints. Avoid the humongous ones. 

As for color, the safest ones you can choose are those closer to your skin tone. However, you also have the option to go for dark neutrals as they can make you look taller.


3. Find the Right Fit

The ideal size for petite women is one that gives a snug fit. A dress with a bigger cut or size can easily swallow you up and make you look even more petite than you want to be. On the other hand, a snug dress can flatter your body shape at the right places.


And there you have the tips. It's challenging for many petite women to find dresses with the right fit, but I believe that with smart styling choices, you can pull off a gorgeous look with maxi dresses.

Lookbook store has some amazing maxi dresses that I'm sure you'll find something perfect for your petite body.

Good luck and thank you so much for reading!
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WHAT TO WEAR TO PROM?

WHAT TO WEAR TO PROM?



I've passed the age to go for prom night long time ago (*sad face), and in fact I have never attended one, simply because there was no such activity called "Prom" during my high school in Vietnam. We had a tea party or farewell dinner, and that's about all. No beautiful gown, no tuxedo, no makeup or any princess moments.

Thanks to Teen Vogue for the "Prom Night" photo challenge invitation, I had the opportunity to experience and learn about the whole Prom-get-ready process. It was fun, exciting and pretty overwhelming. As a stage performer at a very young age, I used to get dressed up formally all the time for some big events, shows and competitions, and yet I had no clue of what to wear when it came to prom. There were so many questions in my head: "What type of dress is Prom appropriate?", "What color would look good on me?", "What shoes should I wear?", "What type of accessories?" etc... At last, I settled for the royal blue gown that I bought a long time ago, but didn't have any chance to put it on. 

I was waiting for the right moment to wear it.

Who would ever think that the right moment was when I and Sneak Peektures did this photo shoot for Teen Vogue? 











I'm pretty sure that many of you will face the same problems like I did. But fret not? I have some really good tips for you: 

1. Spend time looking for a perfect dress. 
A perfect dress (to me) is when it fits you like a glove, makes you feel confident and beautiful. Doesn't matter if it's a ball gown, A-line, mermaid, or high-low dress, as long as it fits you perfectly, compliments your body shape, and instantly gives you extra confidence the moment you put it on. Take it! Prom is one of the most quintessential high school experiences that stays with you for a lifetime. You want to look your best, so don't settle anything for less. 

2. Dress length. 
Floor length gowns always make you feel like an A-list Hollywood star, but if you love dancing on that night, you won't want anyone to step on your dress, so ankle-length dress would be my recommendation. 

3. Shoes. 
You can wear flats all 364 days, but for just one prom night, please invest in a nice and comfortable pair of heels. Remember to wear a pair of ball-of-foot cushion to eliminate tenderness and burning sensation on your feet while dancing your night away.  

4. Beauty. 
Get your pedicure and manicure done. Try not to put on too heavy make-up as you want to look as naturally beautiful as possible. Whiten your smile and take care of your breath, it's such a small little detail, but can ruin the whole evening :(. Lastly, wear your favorite perfume and lipstick and you are ready to go. 

5. Feel. 
The last thing (and most important thing) you need to worry about is how you feel. I might sound redundant here, but trust me, how you feel about yourself will determine how your prom night will turn out. So be confident, be happy, and be yourself! Enjoy the night, smile a lot, it's your time to celebrate. Dance like nobody is watching, but dress like everybody is admiring you. 

If you still have no any idea of what to wear to prom, I have some stunning dresses below that I personally picked just for you. I hope you like it!

Thank you so much for reading, and thank you Teen Vogue for the opportunity for me to experience something new. 

::Outfit::
Lovisa necklace and bracelet- Also love this one and this one
Cesare Paciotti sandals.
Swarovski watch
Swarovski earrings- Thanks to Glitz and Love.
YSL lipstick- Smashbox eyeshadow- YSL Touche Eclat foundation & YSL Shuffle D'Eclat Finish Veil

Photography by: Sneak Peetures
Edited by: Crystal Phuong. 



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WHAT TO WEAR FOR VALENTINE'S DAY?

WHAT TO WEAR FOR VALENTINE'S DAY?


It's that time of the year again! The most romantic night of the year on the horizon is only 3 days away from now. Whether you are celebrating this special date night with your boyfriend, husband or your gal pals, Valentine's Day is a day for fun, flirty and feminine dressing to take place. I know finding the perfect dress to go out on Valentine's Day can be very stressful. That's why I have created 3 outfit inspirations just for you in case you are stuck in the drama "What to wear" forever. 

Last year, I created 4 different outfit ideas for your Valentine's Date. I hope they were useful. This year, these 3 stunning outfits will surely make you be the center of attraction at any party you go to. 

1. Fairy Tale Love
A sweetly printed dress in such a flattering shape like this Mary Katrantzou dress is so hard to ignore. Besides, I'm obsessed with the pink, lavender, and purple color on this dress, the colors of love, faith, romance, femininity and elegance. You want to wow your man when you walk out of the wardrobe? Wear this outfit. 
::Outfit::
Versace watch
Elizabeth Cole necklace
Armani Rough lipstick
River Island cuff bracelet- Sydney Evan ring

2. Seal It With A Kiss
Red is a quintessential color on Valentine's Day. As much as I love pink and lavender, I can't skip this hot color, especially when it comes with many kisses like the design of this Alice & Olivia dress. I assume she must be inspired by the Valentine's Day when she designed this dress. 
::Outfit::
Jimmy Choo pumps
YSL lipstick
Ann Taylor necklace
The Grand Social bracelet- Also love this one.
Marc Jacobs perfume

3. Love And Be Loved.
If bright and loud colors aren't your things, the LBD (Little Black Dress) perhaps, would do a great job to make you look stunning, yet still feel comfortable in your own skin on this day. I mean, who doesn't wear black dress? There are many types of LBD to choose from: bodycon, spandex, sequin and lace dress, but I personally think the tulle-organza-silk dress is the ultimate choice on Valentine's Day. You don't even need heels or any accessories, you will still look extremely sexy in it. 
::Outfit::
Moschino belt
Saint Laurent bracelet- 
Nyx lipstick

I have helped you to solve your problem of figuring out what to wear. If you are still wondering what to do, where to go on Valentine's Day (and if you are single), you are most welcome to join me at the number one singles party Valentine Vendetta at New Asia bar this coming Friday 14th Feb, 2014.





I'm giving away 10 tickets to my lovely blog readers to attend this party with me. All you need to do is to email me your name and contact, I'll select the first 10 people that email me.

What can you expect at the party?

You'll be attending the most hedonistic Valentine’s day party, Valentine Vendetta at New Asia, the Swissotel’s ultra-chic top-floor bar. You will be encouraged to ‘snog a stranger’ for big prizes including a diamond giveaway. With the great atmosphere, nice music, amazing people around (and of course having a party with yours truly), I bet you won't be disappointed. Hurry up! Register your name with me HERE. Giveaway is open to Singapore residents only. 

More information about the party, visit this website.

Thank you so much for reading! I hope to see you this Friday. 
Love,
Crystal
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