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Best of 2016 | Style Series

Happy New Year, sweet friends!!! We spent the holiday weekend at the lake, enjoying some final days of quiet family time before we all transition back to our busy, and somewhat, separate lives tomorrow. I love every second of the break, and always feel a little sad when the kids go back to school. But I have to admit, I’m ready to get back to a more structured schedule…and normal bedtimes!

Today we’re resuming the look back at 2016, with my favorite style posts of the year. Fashion has been a big part of this blog from the very beginning…in fact, I had an {Outfit Inspiration} post in my first week of blogging…but I beg you not to go back and look at it! Let’s just say I’ve learned a little in the last almost-seven years!

I’m equally passionate about design and fashion, but the number of style posts have grown over the years as my interests evolve, and time restraints grew. Let’s face it, it’s a lot easier, and cheaper, to get dressed, than to make over an entire room several times a week!

More new style series have popped up over the years as I prefer my fashion posts to be helpful, as well as inspirational. Along with Faves Under $50, these were some of my favorites…
Time with Mr. SP is always fun, and I love any chance I can get him on the blog…so our Date Night Style posts are some of favorites. See more of them here.
I rarely post just a single outfit, since I love showing ways to stretch your wardrobe…starting with *Plum Booties | Two Ways.* (Click the post title to see the additional styling options for each.)

Sometimes I take the same base outfit, and style it several ways, like *One Cardi | Four Ways.*

I had lots of requests for work wear styles, so I added more Work It and Work to Weekend posts.

*Three Ways to Wear Black & White to Work*

Hi Sugarplum | Blush & White outfit

*Work to Weekend | Plaid Shirt*

It’s hard to believe, but I just published my 37th Sugarplum Style post…a round-up of my everyday outfits I share on Facebook and Instagram using #SugarplumStyle.

No item in my closet is off-limits when it comes to styling outfits for just about any occasion, so creating the Five Ways posts are my favorites. I love sharing new ideas for stretching your wardrobe, and apparently 2016 was all about the closet staple, basic white! 
And as if five ways weren’t enough, how about 30 days of Fall Outfits?!

And finally, Dressing Room Diaries posts have been favorites around here for awhile…especially now that Mr. SP and my Mama Sugarplum are involved!

The goal isn’t to have more clothes, but to create more options with the items you do have! And when you do shop, to add items that stretch your wardrobe even further! Do you enjoy the various style series? Which are your favorites? Anything you’d like to see more of in 2017?


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Date Night Style

I’ve found the secret to making Mondays great! Are you ready?! Book a little trip that departs on Monday morning! Not only are you not dreading the start of a new week, but you’re looking forward to it!

Granted, it can’t happen very often, but I’m telling you, it works! Mr. SP and I are heading out for a quick getaway to New Mexico today, and I’m so excited to finally be checking out a spot that’s been on my short list for years! I’ll share all the details here when we get back, but you can follow along, and see so much more, on my InstaStories.

The days are supposed to be warm, and the nights crisp, so I packed a few of my favorite cozy sweaters (this one and this one), along with my newly-obsessed jeans (only $29!!! but size down one), and this scarf. It’s a fairly casual trip, but I also tucked this sassy little lace dress in my bag…the little bell sleeve (and price tag!) won me over.


If you’ve ever watched my InstaStories, then you know my affinity for this man, and tacos, runs deep…so this spot was pretty much perfect for our latest Date Night Style post. When our kids saw the shots, they were like, ‘Did y’all graffiti that wall?!?!’ Guess my taco obsession is well-known. 
But I wouldn’t risk getting arrested for them, so no vandalism was involved in the making of this post.

These combos are a lot dressier than our usual Date Night vibes, but with holiday parties around the corner, we’ll have to step up our game. This dress is classic and chic, but the lace and bell sleeve make it memorable.
Fit Tip: The arms and body run a little small, so I sized up one (I’m wearing a small). It’s still a little fitted through the sleeves, but that gives it some shape.

Lace Dress (similar) | Ring | Sunglasses | Watch | Bracelet 

Mr. SP is a jeans guy…he’s only pulling out slacks or a suit when absolutely necessary. Fortunately, a fitted sport coat makes jeans appropriate for most every setting. Or the settings we frequent anyway! His favorite is the Topman brand at Nordstrom…they offer a fitted, modern shape, without being too hipster tight.

Sugarplum Tip: Make any #littleblackdress party ready with fun shoes and a clutch. A big statement earring is even better!

Lace Dress (similar) | Sunglasses | Similar Earrings | Rings 

What’s your Date Night style vibe? Do you up your game for holiday season? We’re headed to the Albuquerque area, so I’d love to hear your travel tips!

See more Date Night Styles here.

{What I Wore}
{What Mr. SP Wore}

{More Little Black Dresses Under $100}

Photos by the darling & talented Mary Summers.



*This post is created in collaboration with Nordstrom, but all clothing, ideas, and popped hernias are my own (or Mr. SP’s in this case). Thank you for supporting the brands that keep Hi Sugarplum going!*


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Sugarplum Style, Vol. 30

Welcome back, friends! How was your weekend? Our son returned home from his final week of camp, and I can’t wait to soak up the few remaining weeks of Summer with both my babies.

Today it’s your monthly dose of Sugarplum Style…snapshots of my everyday outfits I post to Instagram and Facebook, created by mixing-and-matching items in my closet. It’s been a hot one around here, so this batch is full-on Summer style.

Fingers crossed this dress restocks, because so many of you have raved about it as much as I have…it’s just so easy to throw on, but looks so chic. And hello, pockets!


I had a quick getaway to Austin with girlfriends and this floral number. 

This cap has become my weekend regular, especially since I’ve been giving the blow dryer and curling iron a break! 

I fell hard for this little striped top with a subtle bell sleeve (so many of them look like clown shirts!), and could hardly believe it was under $50! Apparently J.Crew is adding some more affordable price points to their collection, and I couldn’t be happier.  And sale alert!!! Use code POMPOM for 40% off the clutch!!!

 Bell-Sleeve Top | Favorite White Jeans | Wedges (also here) | Tassel Necklace
Pom Pom Clutch | Sunglasses | Ring

I’m still hooked on the red and blue combo…it’s just so Summer! Especially when you throw in some embroidery.

Flutter Sleeve Embroidered Top | Jean Shorts | Wedge Sandals (also here)
Sunglasses | Tassel Earrings (similar)

This lace romper actually looks like two separates, and has the cutest criss-cross back. Perfect for a night out. And yep, I have the pom pom clutch in two colors…that sale price is hard to beat for such an outfit statement (code POMPOM for 40% off)!

Texas thinks it’s Florida lately, and we’ve been getting afternoon flash thunderstorms…followed by pleasant evening temps. I love the chance to pull out my fave long sleeve button-ups.

I don’t know what I like better….these chambray espadrilles, or the old pickup I hijacked for this pic!

This dress is always in heavy rotation for Date Nights…and they keep tempting me with new colors in stock!

This was another Date Night style…I think it’s my favorite of the Summer. Who knew shorts could be so sassy?!

Floral blouse on repeat.

Synchronized posers…this gauzy skirt is still my go-to on the hottest days when I need to look presentable.

I hope you’re not keeping count of how many of these tees I now own…but I can’t resist the perfect fit, length, and softness. Not to mention, sale price of only $17!

Oops, I wore it again. And can you believe I found that darling cross body bag with tassel at Old Navy?!?! #score

Wow, look at the shine on my skin! I’d like to say it’s the result of really good body lotion, but it’s just hot.

These sneakers have been my favorite wardrobe addition this season…I wear them in place of sandals or wedges, and love the different look it brings to outfits.
Fit Tip: Size down half-size!

Another comfy, yet chic, night out. It’s amazing the impact a clutch can make to simple outfits!

And this pic is technically a Dressing Room Diaries, but it received so many likes on social media, I wanted to include it here, too. No question these outfits have me excited for Fall! (Read my reviews and fit tips on them here.)

I hope these posts inspire you to create new combinations from your closet! The key isn’t to have more clothes, but to mix up what you do have in new and different ways. Except these sneakers and this pom pom clutch (use code POMPOM for 40% off!), you need those. #trustme #enabler

You can catch up with past installments of Sugarplum Style here, or follow my everyday-style outfits on InstaGram. Make sure you’re following my Facebook page, too…that’s where I post deals, steals, sales and goodies! Happy Monday, lovebugs!




P.S. Did you know you don’t have to wait for these posts to get my Instagram outfit details? Just click that ‘Shop My Feed’ widget in the sidebar, and a box will pop up with thumbnail images of everything I’m wearing in that post…just click the pics & it will take you directly to that item! No sign-ups or logging-in necessary! This is especially good for those of you who aren’t a fan of Like To Know It, just pop over to the blog for outfit details now! #whatwilltheythinkofnext


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Date Night Style

Mr. SP and I haven’t had a lot of Date Nights out this Summer…unless trips to the grocery store count.  We didn’t realize how much we’d come to rely on the teenager, and since he’s been away at camp a lot this Summer, so goes our built-in babysitter!

We’ve had a week-long window with him home though, so we jumped at the chance to spend a few hours away before our son heads out again. And obviously we were quite giddy with the opportunity!

Our nights out are usually fairly casual, but especially so in this crazy Texas heat. You’ll find me in gauzy skirts or shorts most weekends, and I loved how easily this pair dressed-up. Mr. SP usually waits to get dressed for the night until he sees what I’ve got on, and I believe his exact response was, ‘Oh sweet, you’re just wearing shorts?!’ 


Of course I had to clarify that there’s a difference between cut-off shorts and flip-flops, and darling scallop-hemmed shorts and heels. I mean, I’m wearing shorts…but not shorts. 😉 #girllogic

Fit Tip: I sized up to a small in the shorts for more drape, but am wearing my usual XS in the top.

The easy addition of the statement necklace and leopard clutch let him know I meant Date Night business with my ‘just shorts.’ 

 

Honestly, I don’t usually even care what he wears out…most anything goes at the majority of Dallas restaurants, but I do love a good collared shirt cuffed to show his forearms. #forearmfetish He leans towards the slim-fit shirts, especially the poplin ones that don’t seem to wrinkle easily.

If you follow me on Snapchat (@cassiesugarplum), then you’ve seen why I’m always laughing my fool-head off when he’s around.

 

I’ve been on the hunt for a leopard clutch for ages…but could never push the button on this pricey one. I couldn’t believe my luck when I finally found this stunner for under $50! Including the tassel! #tasselfetishtoo It’s sure to sell out fast, so don’t dilly-dally if you’ve been looking for an affordable leopard clutch.

You know we love a good jumping pic, but when Mr. SP told me to leap in his arms, I totally hesitated. I mean, I know I’m not a large person…but neither is he! And it’s not like he’s always carrying me around. Correction…it’s not like he’s ever carried me around! #amanknowshislimits

Looks easy and playful, right?! Yeah, that’s because you can’t hear the heaving grunt he made when he caught me!!

All four times it took us to get it right!! Clearly we don’t have a future on The Bachelor.

 

 

He may have popped a hernia, but I sure had fun! We’re taking advantage of some more free hours tonight, and hitting up the Nordstrom Anniversary Sale one last time before it goes live to the public Friday morning (i.e. when everything sells out!). I’m a little nervous…the man likes to shop! (See what he’s liking below.)

What’s your Date Night style during the steamy Summer months? What are you most excited about in The Sale this year? I’d love to hear what you’ve found so far! I’ll be back Friday with Round 2 of my Dressing Room Diaries with Mama Sugarplum…see you then!

 

{Men’s Favorites}

 

 
{Women’s Favorites}

Photos by the talented Mary Summers.

*This post is created in collaboration with Nordstrom, but all ideas, clothing, and husband-mauling are my own. Thank you for supporting Hi Sugarplum sponsors!*


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