Alterations • Sizes 0 – 24 • Petite to Plus

Your Size. Your Color. Your Way.

Shop by Occasion · Arlington, VA · DC Metro

Smart casual for the days in between, polished without trying too hard


Class reunions, lunch with friends, a gallery opening, meeting the in-laws, or two weeks visiting the kids abroad. A stylist will help you find pieces that look put together, feel easy, and work for the life you actually live, in sizes 0 to 18 with alterations in house.

Navy blazer over a white tee with navy knit pants and sneakers

Most of life doesn't come with a dress code

The hardest invitations are the ones that don’t say what to wear. Too dressy and you feel overdone, too casual and you wish you’d tried harder. Smart casual is the sweet spot: a great jacket, trousers that fit properly, a top with a little personality, and shoes you can walk in.

Our personalized service and years of experience are completely free.

That’s the crucial reason to come in. At Crystal Boutique in Arlington, in the heart of the DC metro, you work with one stylist who knows how to make easy pieces look intentional. Tell us what’s on your calendar, and your stylist will show you how pieces work together. There’s never a charge for any of it.

We dress women for everyday life in sizes 0 to 18, petite and plus, with in-house alterations so everything fits the way it should. Women come to us from across Northern Virginia, Maryland, and DC, from Arlington and Alexandria to McLean, Bethesda, and Chevy Chase.

Everyday polish, and the occasions in between

Some days you just want to feel good walking out the door. Others ask a little more. Here’s how we help with both.

Belted denim jacket with dark wash jeans
Lunch, museums, and errands

Everyday polish

Knit tops with some personality, trousers and jeans that fit properly, and a jacket or cardigan that pulls it all together. The kind of outfit that makes an ordinary Tuesday feel better.

Black jacket with a bold pink and yellow floral print, shown front and back, with black trousers
Reunions, family, and gatherings

The in-between occasion

The class reunion, the graduation lunch, the long visit with family. A little dressier than every day, but never stiff. A great jacket over simple pieces, or a dress that works with flats or heels.

Headed somewhere farther?

If you’re packing for a trip, see our travel and resort wear, and ask your stylist which pieces travel best.

Made to fit you

The right look depends as much on fit as on style. That’s why an hour in our fitting room beats a week of browsing.

Petite

Proportion is everything at 5’4″ and under. Our stylists and designers know exactly what works for a petite frame.

Plus, to size 18

A real selection in your size, never an afterthought. Our stylists know how to find the shape that flatters you.

Altered to you

The fit is everything. Our in-house alterations make sure what you take home is altered for an exquisite finish.

Designers we carry for smart casual

Lines with personality and polish, chosen for fabrics that feel as good as they look and pieces you’ll reach for again and again.

See all our designers → or call to ask what’s in now.

"I hate shopping but shopping here was fabulous. They quickly figured out what I needed and found me perfect clothes."
Nancy L. · Google review
Come see us

Book a fitting, and we'll assign a stylist just for you


Tell us what’s on your calendar and your size when you book. If you have a date in mind, like a reunion or a trip, let us know so there’s time for alterations.

Joel

Your personal shopper

Sharika

Color & Styling Expert

Annick

Daytime, Eveningwear

Christie

Personal Shopper Eveningwear & Daytime

Nikki

Personal Shopper Eveningwear & Daytime

Tiggy

Personal Shopper Eveningwear & Daytime

Questions women ask us about smart casual

What does smart casual mean for women?

Relaxed, but clearly put together. Think tailored trousers or great jeans, a polished top or fine knit, and a jacket or cardigan, with shoes that are comfortable but not athletic. It’s dressier than weekend wear and softer than office wear.

What should I wear to a class reunion?

Something that feels like the best version of you. A jacket over a silk or knit top with tailored trousers, or a simple dress with a great layer, works for most reunions. Tell your stylist the venue and the time of day, and they’ll help you choose.

How do I make jeans look polished?

Start with a dark, well fitted pair hemmed to your shoes, then add a structured jacket or a refined knit and a good shoe or loafer. Fit does most of the work, which is why we alter in house.

What's the best first piece to update a casual wardrobe?

A great jacket. The right one instantly makes jeans, trousers, and simple tops look intentional, and you’ll wear it constantly.

Where are you, and is there parking?

We’re at 2231 Crystal Drive, Suite 300, in Arlington, on the third floor above the Starbucks, in the same building as Ruth’s Chris Steak House. Reagan National Airport is one minute away, so we’re an easy stop. Monday through Saturday, 10am to 5pm. See directions and parking →