Sugarplum Style, Vol. 34

Cheers to Friday! I’m so excited to see this week come to an end…it’s been Red Ribbon Week at school, and even though I’m thrilled the focus has been on drug awareness, coming up with daily themed outfits for each kid is no joke!

And don’t get me started on Halloween costumes! Little Miss and I have been going round-and-round trying to agree on an ‘appropriate’ costume for a 10-year-old girl! #sigh My son always tells her, ‘Modest is the hottest!’…don’t you love that?!

Okay, mom-rant over! 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. We’ve had a few teases of Fall, so some cozier looks are finally making their way in the bunch.

If you’ve been reading this blog for more than a minute, then you’ve heard me sing the praises of this fleece cardi wrap. It’s been dubbed, ‘the kitten cardi’ because it truly feels like being cuddled by newborn kittens. Correction: declawed kittens. It’s the kind of thing you put on Friday night, and don’t take off until Monday morning…I pretty much wear it with my pajamas, then with jeans or leggings the next day. It’s a little disgusting, actually.

Fleece Cardi Wrap | Favorite Tee | Distressed Jeans

I don’t know if it’s the relaxed silhouette, or having my bum covered…but I’m obsessed with longer cardis this season. I like that they add a light extra layer, but not enough to make me overheat. Plus, they just look cute!

Deer Print Bag | Hoop Earrings | Sunglasses

If I’m not wearing a long cardi, chances are I’m wearing this utility jacket. It’s perfect with jeans and casual dresses, and adds a touch of edge to all my outfits. This one is my favorite, but definitely size down. (I’m wearing an XXS.)

Utility Jacket | Striped Tee | White Jeans | Hoop Earrings | Sunglasses

I used to wear black jeans all. the. time. And then my favorite pair wore out, and I stopped wearing black jeans. That all changed when I found these (only $35!). They look great for a night out with booties or heels, or with virtually any shirt or sweater for day. I wear them as I would regular denim, but they make everything a little more chic. (These fit true, and I wear a 26.)

Oversized Sweater | Plaid Scarf | Black Jeans | Booties | Leopard Cuff

We got a real taste of Fall on our quickie trip to New Mexico (full recap coming next week!), and I took advantage of the scarf weather.

Utility Jacket | Similar Sweater | Distressed Jeans

Leopard Scarf | Deer Print Bag | Booties

Scarf opportunity #2. I love the southwestern pattern, and silky soft material of this one. Plus, the colors coordinate perfectly with most Fall hues. (And again with the black jeans!)

I have this habit of lurking in doorways when we travel. And for those of you who asked about white sneakers in Fall…yes ma’am, I still wear them.

Utility Jacket | Striped Tee (similar) | Dark Rinse Jeans (light wash version)

Favorite Sneakers | Deer Print Bag | Hoop Earrings | Sunglasses

This is how we Fall in Texas…sleeveless and scarves. I’ve had this lightweight scarf awhile, and it looks great with everything! I just got this heavier, infinity version too…and it’s goooood!

Leopard Scarf | Sleeveless Sweater (similar) | Favorite White Jeans

Hoop Earrings | Sunglasses | Cuff Bracelet

Another go with the kitten cardi…it’s super cute worn open, or closed with the single button. I usually wear it with a basic tank, or a striped top and tassel necklace when I want to feel more ‘dressed.’

Fleece Cardi Wrap | Striped Tee | Jeans | Similar Booties | Tassel Necklace

Made this little knit dress Fall-ready by adding my trusty utility jacket. Should I be embarrassed by how often I wear that thing?! Or are you impressed by how versatile it is?! Yes, let’s go with impressed.

Mock Neck Floral Dress | Utility Jacket | Booties | Hoop Earrings | Sunglasses

I miiiiiight have picked this outfit up off the closet floor, and maaaaaybe wore it two days in a row. Am I alone in doing that?!

Deer Print Bag | Hoop Earrings

I think this was my favorite outfit from last month. As evidenced by the repeat appearance in this post.

I can’t wait to share more of this stunning area with you…but for now, how cute is this cowlneck pullover!? I’ve worn it with both my go-to activewear pants, and jeans…and it’s always comfy and cute.

Funnel Neck Pullover | Live In Slim Capris | Tennies

Cap | Hoop Earrings | Sunglasses

I’m all of a sudden having a moment with cranberry and plum hues. They are just as versatile as black and gray, so they easily integrate into my wardrobe.

Knit Dress | Plaid Scarf | Deer Print Bag | Leopard Cuff | Similar Boots

Third time’s a charm for this combo!

We ate our way through the State Fair of Texas in this pullover and sneakers.

Funnel Neck Pullover | Jeans | Favorite Sneakers | Monogrammed Crossbody Bag

Hoop Earrings | Sunglasses

This post was actually a Dressing Room Diaries, but it got such a big response on social media, I thought you might want to see it, too. And that gorgeous floral top is now on sale…so #cometomama

Speaking of mama…you can find all of Mama Sugarplum’s picks in this post.

On me: Sweater | Scarf | Distressed Jeans | Similar Knee-High Boots

On Mama SP: Sweater | Scarf | Dark Jeans | Booties

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 this jacket and this $25 scarf, you need those. And if we’re being honest, these black jeans, too. #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 Halloween weekend, lovebugs!

P.S. You can shop my outfits anytime by clicking that ‘Shop My Feed’ widget in the sidebar. 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! #whatwilltheythinkofnext

{Great Weekend Sales}
Nordstrom // Fall sales start now…including this roll-tab sleeve tunic & these popular booties.
Loft // 50% off select Fall pieces
GAP // 35% off with code THURSDAY (I’d buy this cozy sweater.)
Old Navy // 30% off when you spend $75 (this vest has my name all over it!)
J.Crew // 30% off outerwear & 30% off sale
J.Crew Factory // Up to 60% off everything, including my restocked sleeveless turtleneck!
Anthropologie // Extra 40% off sale
Pottery Barn // 20% off entire order with code DELIGHT
World Market // 25% off all furniture, including my re-stocked Everett Foyer Table!