Sugarplum Style, Vol. 70

Cheers to Friday, friends, and the weekend ahead! Our kids start school Monday, so we’re in major prep mode this weekend. And hopefully getting to bed earlier than usual, to make the first morning a little easier. I always intend to slowly move their schedule back in the weeks leading up to school…but it never quite happens. Oh well, they’ll be back in the swing soon enough!

Thanks for your love on this week’s recap of Top Posts & Links of July (including that fun video with Little Miss!), and Summer of Style featuring J.Crew’s new floral collection. The rest of August will be jam-packed with tons of home projects, back-to-school styles, and some travel recaps. We’re also just a few short weeks away from a huge voyage with our friends at Princess Cruises! I can’t wait to share where we’re headed this year! (See our past cruises here.)

Today it’s time for another round of Sugarplum Style, snapshots of my everyday outfits I share on Instagram and Facebook, created by mixing and matching items in my closet. I hope they inspire you to stretch your wardrobe further by mixing up what you already have, and thoughtfully add new things. These are all from our recent beach trip to Anna Maria, so be prepared for lots of summer inspiration!

 

It’s a quick flight from Dallas to Tampa, but I still opted for comfort with stretchy jeans and a soft tee. This oversized market tote was the perfect carry-on for my laptop, etc (see the contents of my carry-on bag here), and doubled as my beach bag upon arrival.

Fit Tip: The jeans are soft and stretchy with hidden pockets. Both jeans and tee are true to size, I’m wearing XS and 26.

summer travel style airport outfit
Tee | Jeans | Sandals | Straw Tote | Bag Charm | Bracelets | Watch

I never met a striped tee I didn’t love, and this one took it next-level with a pink ringer collar!! It’s super soft and a little oversized. Also, be prepared for lots of #beachhair. I don’t pack a hairdryer or curling iron for these trips!

Fit Tip: I’m wearing an XS. 

jcrew striped tee
Striped Ringer Tee | Cut-Offs | Hat | Bracelet Set | Bag | Sunglasses

I shared a fun one-piece swimsuit in yesterday’s Summer of Style post…no one makes them better than J.Crew! This french-tie top is of my favorite two-pieces…it’s an adjustable fit with lots of support. I wear it when we’re extra-active on the beach and in the water. Plus, it’s just cute!

Fit Tip: I size up one in two-pieces, and am wearing smalls in both pieces.

jcrew french top swimsuit
French Tie Swim Top | Swim Bottoms | Bangle Set | Hat | Sunglasses

I shared this knit romper in my first Amazon Haul post last month, and it made the perfect cover-up, as well as easy throw-on outfit with sandals. The inseam is a little longer for extra length.

Fit Tip: I’m wearing a small, with the straps adjusted to make it smaller. 

amazon striped romper
Striped Knit Romper | Bag | Hat | Tumbler Cup

This jersey knit tank dress is equally cute and comfy. It feels like pajamas, but easily transitions from a swim cover-up to chic dress for dinner out. It has a racerback shape and longer length. It comes in 9 colors and now 40% off!

Fit Tip: I’m in an XS, but if you’re in-between, I’d size down.

nordstrom tank dress summer style
Dress (40% off!) | Sandals | Tote | Bag Charm | Sunglasses | Bangle Set

Another top from my Amazon Haul…how is this darling embroidery under $20?! I paired it with some old pink shorts for a colorful, easy look.

Fit Tip: I’m wearing a small top and size 2 shorts.

amazon embroidered top
Embroidered Top | Similar Shorts | Sandals | Bag

Another day, another swimsuit! I love this ruffle top so much, I have it in both navy and white. It’s fully-lined with removable cups, which provide lots of coverage and support. It’s great for active days by the beach or pool, too. (No wardrobe malfunctions with this one!)

Fit Tip: I’m wearing a small in both pieces.

jcrew ruffle swim suit
Ruffle Trim Swim Top | Swim Bottom | Bangle Set | Sunglasses | Hat | Initial Necklace

This jean skirt is just as comfy and versatile as my favorite cut-off shorts, but taken up a notch. And this striped tee has been a go-to for several years now…I love it almost year-round (it’s super cute under a military jacket!).

Fit Tip: Both are true, I’m wearing XS and 26.

madewell striped v-neck tee
Striped V-Neck Tee | Denim Skirt | Sandals | Hat | Sunglasses | Bangle Set

I rarely sleep in, even on vacations. Which means quiet mornings all to myself! This was my work view all week, and I loved starting my day here, in these soft pajamas. (I’ll share the link to this rental in my recap post soon!)

Fit Tip: Pajamas are true, I’m wearing XS.

jcrew striped pajamas
Pajama Set

Salut to the long summer days! Love the shrunken fit of this graphic tee…the olive is darling paired with white. (The tee comes in a fun red/white combo now!)

Fit Tip: The tee is fitted, I’m wearing XS

jcrew salut tee
Graphic Tee | Similar Shorts | Sunglasses | Bangle Set | Earrings

Remember this flattering-on-everyone swimsuit I shared last month? I have received countless selfies of ya’ll in the suit, and everyone agrees it’s a stunner. Which is even crazier give the price!!

Fit Tip: I’m wearing a small, which is true to size for me with swimwear.

amazon palm print swim suit
Palm Print Swimsuit

Pink and gingham forever. Seriously…my fave color and my fave pattern. This shirt is lightweight, but not sheer, and so cute worn untucked, tucked, and knotted.

Fit Tip: I’m wearing XS.

jcrew pink gingham shirt
Gingham Shirt | Similar Shorts | Hat | Bag | Hoop Earrings

Is there anything better than a jersey knit swing dress on a hot summer day? I throw them on over my swimsuit, or with sandals for a casual day. This one is as soft as your favorite pajamas, but not sheer or overly thin (in black anyway).

Fit Tip: I’m wearing a small.

amazon knit swing dress
Jersey Swing Dress | Hat | Sunglasses

I’ve been wearing this racerback tank dress for years…my collection is up to three now. It’s just so chic and effortless, and so cute with sandals, flip-flips and sneakers. I wear it most over my swimsuit.

Fit Tip: I size up to a small for a less body-con fit.

jcrew striped tank dress
Striped Racerback Tank Dress | Hat

I shared this full look yesterday, but had to include since it was a fave outfit from the trip. And the only time I made myself presentable. But really, you want these shorts!!!

Fit Tip: I’m wearing a 0 in the silk tank, and 26 shorts.

jcrew floral tank
Silk Tank | High-Rise Shorts | Espadrille Slides | Tote | Striped Earrings

A rare shot of all four of us! Can we please go back to this family vacation bubble?!? I’ll share more snaps of the trip and family soon!

family beach photo
Son: Tee / Shorts  //  Me: Tank / Shorts  //  Little Miss: Tee / Shorts  //  Mr. SP: Tee

Just as casual for the flight home (but this pullover tucked in my bag for the chilly airport!). My racerback tank is from the Gibson x Hi Sugarplum Collection, now on sale!

Fit Tip: All true to size, XS tank and 26 jeans.

summer airport travel style
Ruffle Tank  | Jeans | Sandals | Market Tote | Bag Charm

That’s it for today, I hope you found some new outfit inspiration, and fresh ideas for mixing things up in your closet!

You can catch up with past installments of Sugarplum Style here, or follow my everyday outfits on Instagram. You can also shop my outfits anytime by clicking the Shop My Insta button under my blog header, or in the Shop menu of the navigation bar. Happy weekend, lovebugs!

 

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12 Comments

  1. Charmaine Ng | Architecture & Lifestyle Blog wrote:

    Cute outfits, Cassie! 🙂
    I love the simple jersey tank dress! ❤️

    Charmaine Ng | Architecture & Lifestyle Blog
    http://charmainenyw.com

    Posted 8.10.18 Reply
  2. Sheaffer Sims wrote:

    As much as all the new fall fashion has me wishing for cooler temps, this post makes me want it to stay summer FOREVER!!!!

    Posted 8.10.18 Reply
  3. Sandy wrote:

    Great post, great photos, great looks!
    That ruffled swimsuit was made for you, especially in navy!
    And who’s the surfer dude in the red board shorts?
    Don’t worry about the school schedule, kids are resilient, they will adapt.

    Posted 8.10.18 Reply
    • Cassie wrote:

      LOL, he turned into a man this summer!

      Posted 8.10.18 Reply
  4. Kim wrote:

    Another inspiring post !! Also trying to savor the last weeks of summer here in VT ! A question – love the bangle set – is it rose gold ?? And also what size did you get ?? I have very small wrists but I’m still thinking I would need a medium – which is not available at this time 🙁

    Posted 8.10.18 Reply
    • Cassie wrote:

      Mine is rose gold yes, and a size small. They are rubbery, so you can squeeze them over your hand. I prefer them a little fitted on my arm, too.

      Posted 8.10.18 Reply
  5. Shelly wrote:

    Your abs! Wow!
    You look great. 😀

    Posted 8.10.18 Reply
    • Cassie wrote:

      Thank you so much!! I’ve been doing Orange Theory for almost a year now, and I can tell it’s made me stronger!

      Posted 8.10.18 Reply
  6. Crystal wrote:

    I bought that Amazon embroidered top on your recommendation and I love it!!! Got so many compliments.

    Posted 8.10.18 Reply
  7. Ivory wrote:

    I only have a few words to say, and that is, I don’t think an ugly outfit for you has ever been created, because you look HOT girl, in everything. You rock!

    Posted 8.10.18 Reply
  8. Christine wrote:

    Love the Amazon tank with Pom poms! The floral silk tank linked to a bathing suit, oops.

    Posted 8.11.18 Reply
  9. SYN wrote:

    Bought the Amazon top with the Pom poms and LOVE LOVE LOVE sit! Wore it to a birthday party and everyone thought it was some fancy brand. Please post more amazon suggestions. Their prices and shipping / return policy are the best!

    Posted 8.12.18 Reply