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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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{CRYSTAL'S CLOSET}: FIT AND FLARE

{CRYSTAL'S CLOSET}: FIT AND FLARE

October 22, 2013

Happy Tuesday everyone!

 It has been a week since I came back Singapore but my mind and heart are still with Dubai. The vibrant city, beautiful architecture, blue sky, turquoise water and great food, there isn't anything about Dubai that I don't like except for...the heat. But no matter how hot it is, I know I will still be happy to visit this city again and again whenever I have chance. Thank to my friend who arranged everything so perfectly for me and took me to visit the most luxurious and famous places in Dubai. I had breakfast at Burj Al Arab hotel, the only 7 star hotel in the world, visited Jumeirah beach and went shopping Souk Madinat Jumeirah market. It was truly enjoyable and memorable trip.

 I'm editing 400 photos from this trip and I can't wait to share them with you. Meanwhile, take a look at what I wore in Dubai.












Two days before my flight, I did some researches on internet about "What to wear in Dubai?" as I did not want to dress-up inappropriately and disrespectfully in public. I was struggling to find what to pack as most of my cloths for summer are either short shorts, tank-tops, tight dresses or skinny jeans. How could I wear jacket, jeans all day long under 38 degree Celsius temperature? At last, I decided to pack some of my most basic staples with me and prepared to buy more cloths there if needed.

 Surprisingly enough, I didn't have to buy any cloth when I was there and I knew that I was worried too much. I could, literally dress up like how I normally do except for NO midriff tops, no low plunging necklines, no low rise jeans or mini-skirts. I didn't want to be too sexy when traveling anyway so that wasn't an issue. But I believe, there will be many people (perhaps) like me who are first time Dubai-visitors and wondering about traveling attires, so some tips below would be helpful for you:

 What can you wear in public:
1. Short/ long sleeves shirts, T-shirts. Choose the one with linen or cotton material as they are cool and absorbent, perfect for hot weather.
2. Knee-length shorts or skirts.
3. Sleeves dresses. I bought 3 dresses. 2 casual dresses for daytime out and about and 1 for dinner at fine dining restaurant that required formal dress code.
4. Jeans, pants.
5. Maxi skirts or dresses.
6. Normal bikinis (only in the swimming pool and beach area).

 What you shouldn't wear in public:
1. Tank tops, spaghetti straps, singlets.
2. Midriff tops, plunging necklines, bare back, see though clothing.
3. Mini skirts or shorts.
4. Tight dresses
5. Low rise jeans.
6. Anything that shows your cleavage, bellybutton and too much skin.

 Hope this helps a little with your planning and packing for Dubai. If you still not sure what you want to wear, get my look here:
::Outfit::
Top: Uniqlo (Also love this one, this one and this one)
Skirt: Yesstyle 
Shoes: Schutz (Also love this one)
Bag: Charles & Keith
Sunglasses: Coach
Necklace: Swarovski
Watch: Swarovski 

 Thank you so much for reading! 
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{COLLABORATION}: FEEL THE GAP!

{COLLABORATION}: FEEL THE GAP!

October 17, 2013

Neither as thick as coat nor quite structured and formal as blazer, cardigan is everything in between of the two Fall- Winter staples. It is a transitioning piece from day to night that is so soft, cozy, versatile and warm. You can pair them with almost every other item in your closet: from tank-top to shirt, blazer to coat, pants to denim jeans, or from skirt or dress. Because of its versatility, cardigan is considered an ultimate layering piece that can be worn at any time, in any place and for any occasion. This is also one of my most favorite staples for Fall and Winter.

 I own many cardigans but there is no one quite like the Eversoft Striped Cardigan from GAP that I wore for this outfit post. It is the softest wash-and-wear cashmere cardigan, incredibly lightweight and so chic. Even though I was so overwhelmed by many amazing items displayed in GAP store, I could easily notice this sweet, girly cardigan from the very first moment I walked in the shop. It called my name, loud and clear!

 While other people often wear cardigan with tank-top and jeans for casual look, I love layering this tunic cardigan with a dress and accentuating my waist with a belt to finish the look. It would be a perfect outfit for a date this Fall, wouldn't it? 

 You can probably tell from this outfit that I'm the type of girl who loves everything that is sweet, romantic and lovely. Just like what fashion designer Rachel Zoe said "Style is a way to say who you are without having to speak", I guess it would be redundant for me to say more about who I am.























I'm ending this blog entry with a BIG thank to GAP and AKQA team for helping me to pick up my favorite items in the store and arranging everything for me. This blog post marks my very first collaboration with GAP for their Styld.by project and I couldn't be more proud to say I'm officially a GAP girl right now!

 Stay tuned for more outfit posts sponsored by GAP on this blog!

 Thank you so much for reading!
::Outfit::
Dress: Romwe
Cardigan: Gap (Other colors: grey, brown, navy blue)
Belt: ASOS
Rings: ASOS & Forever21



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{CRYSTAL'S CLOSET}: POISON IVY

{CRYSTAL'S CLOSET}: POISON IVY

October 12, 2013

Greetings from Dubai, everyone! 

 I still can't believe that I'm here right now in Dubai writing this blog post. I've never put Dubai in my must-visit places list and never thought that I would have chance to visit this country before. Ever! Who knew that I would finally make it here!

 I thought I wouldn't like the city so much but surprisingly enough, I loved what I've seen so far and I started feeling really excited about what I will be experiencing tomorrow and days after. I had a quick shopping trip to The Dubai Mall, Mall of Emirates, visited the Palm Jumeirah and went for a car ride around town today. I'll be visiting Burj Khalifa and some other places tomorrow. I can't wait to share with you more about Dubai in one of the travel blog entries after the trip. Meanwhile, many photos have already posted on my Instagram and Facebook, please do follow me to check'em out!  

Back to our typical outfit post, this is what I wore last Wednesday to attend Fide Fashion Week. When I first saw this green shorts suit in ZARA store, I completely fell in love with it. Shorts can be tricky and a bit inappropriate at work but a shorts suit? I don't think so. Shorts suits with a pair of high heels are perfect for creating a polished and sophisticated without being too dressy. Also, the green color of this shorts suit is an unusual thing that you don't see it very often on the street, it reminds me of a fiction character called "Poison Ivy". To me, it's a statement piece that makes me instantly feel so classy the moment I wear it on. It's an effortlessly chic style that needs minimal accessories to go along with it











::Outfit::
Shorts suit: ZARA
Sheer ribbon blouse: ZARA - Similar here and here
Bag: Charles & Keith
Belt: GUCCI

Thank you so much for reading! 
I hope you have a wonderful weekend! 
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{SHOP}: STYLE FOR FALL

{SHOP}: STYLE FOR FALL

October 07, 2013
Fall has always been my most favorite season of the year, not only because I was born in Fall (November, to be exact) but also I love feeling the cool, crisp air in the morning and at night, love seeing the leaves changing from green to warm, earthy colors like red, gold, orange. Fall is also a season of Love, Friendship, Family and Food.

 It would be incomplete when we talk about Fall without mentioning Fashion. This F-duo seems to make a perfect couple. They compliment, support each other and give each other so much creativity to play with. There are too many essential wardrobe options for us to stay warm yet still look chic during this special season. But then again, being spoiled by many choices, we often do not know what to wear despite having the huge, over-flow wardrobe right in front of us.

 Don't worry if you face this problem. To save you from spending hours to find out what to wear,  these 2 fall styles are the easiest and most commonly seen outfits that you could never go wrong with.
1. The Motor Jacket Chic Girl



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2. Catwalk Lady

Hope you like my favorite Fall Outfits! 
Thank you so much for reading & Happy Shopping! 
Shop the look!




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{CRYSTAL'S CLOSET}: UNIVERSAL STUDIOS SINGAPORE

{CRYSTAL'S CLOSET}: UNIVERSAL STUDIOS SINGAPORE

October 03, 2013

It's a shame to say that this was my very first time visiting Universal Studios Singapore after living in the country for so long. I heard about it, friends asked me to go many times but never I had the intention of going. I guess, growing up in Vietnam with not many fairy tale, princess stories has left me with a strange feeling toward all these Walt Disney and movie characters. My childhood was all about some dirty self-created games from sand, soil, rocks, ribbons with the kids next door waiting for our parents to come back home from work. I didn't even know who is Cinderella, Snow White, Tinker bell, Princess Jasmine until I was 15. By then, they didn't impress me much. 

 Only after my friend "forced" me to go the third time asked, I had no choice but to say "YES"! Even then, I wasn't sure whether I would enjoy or I waste a day of blogging. 

 Now, take a look at the photos and tell me how I felt at the end of the day!

The fun journey wouldn't begin without a photo at the entrance :p
These guys got me so attracted to them. I wasn't sure whether I was attracted to their singing or their look. Perhaps, their *ehem* singing and dancing. 
Surprise after surprise! The further we walked inside, the more I felt entertained and excited. I didn't know where to look. 

I don't look small, this guy looks gigantic. 
Hiphop dance performance on the street. 
Beautiful architect with vibrant colors



Far Far Away castle that I thought I could only see in the movie now appeared right in front of my eyes, for real. All of sudden, the hidden childlike trait in me woke up,  I felt so magnetized that I even stood there for a minute, imagined myself as a princess living in this wonderland. How magical! 

I couldn't say no to an ice-cream on a hot day. 

and frozen margaritas afterward
Even better, the cute kungfu panda drinks to entertain you and your kids.

One thing that we- fashion bloggers, would never miss doing every time we are at beautiful places is having our outfit photos taken. 
Outfit of the day






Wearing all black everything from ZARA, Forever21, Sketchers, Swarvoski & H&M. Comfort is a key, but chic is a principal :D


What do you think how my day at Universal Studios was? I had no word other than: FANTASTIC! I had so much fun watching the Transformer ride, Shrek 4D movie, musical show and Madagascar river boat ride. The fun was beyond my expectation and I couldn't say how much I appreciated my friend for forcing me to come here. Thank you so much! 

 If you plan to visit Universal Studios Singapore, these are the must-dos I would recommend to you. It's too entertaining to miss! There are many other attractions which you can easily find on Resort World Sentosa website.

 Hope you'll have a great time in Universal Studios like I did! 
::Outfit::
Sheer blouse: Forever21 (old)- Similar here and here
Skorts: ZARA - Similar here and here
Bag: Charles & Keith - Similar here and here
Necklace: Dailylook & Swarvoski
Shoes: Sketchers.  
Hat: Forever21
Thank you so much for reading!

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