Cheers to Friday! Between all the rain and standardized testing the kids had this week, we are ready for some sunshine and fun this weekend! We’ve got more birthday celebrations, soccer games, and fingers crossed, a date night! What do you have planned?
For today’s Fashion Friday, I’ve got a bright dose of Spring Style for you! I couldn’t stop thinking about this pink military jacket from the last Dressing Room Diaries post, so I finally caved when it went on sale. With temperatures still flip-flopping between warm and cool, lightweight jackets are essential…and since I wear my green military jacket constantly, I knew I’d get a ton of wear out of this one, too.
And to prove it, I’ve styled this punchy pink beauty three ways..with the help of some fun bags from Barrington’s colorful new Spring line! (Be sure to check the bottom of this post for an exclusive discount code!!!)
I knew my green military jacket went with absolutely everything, but wondered if I might be a little more limited with the pink. Turns out, the pink is just as versatile, and looks darling paired with most every outfit I created!
Fit Tip: I’m wearing a Reg XS, and it’s plenty roomy…even after drying. And fyi, mine is actually called ‘buoy red.’ I haven’t seen the fuchsia in person, but my guess is it’s more intensely pink. And use code APRFUN for 35% off!!
Style Tip: Self-tanner is my friend from now until Summer…it’s slimming and covers most of my leg imperfections. Check my tips & tricks for using self tanner here.
If you’ve been following this blog for more than a minute, you know I’m cuckoo over Barrington bags. Not only are they so colorful and stylish, but unbelievably sturdy and well-made. I’ve been carrying a striped Savannah as my everyday bag (my favorite style because of it’s size, zipper close, and endless pockets), and a striped St. Anne as a travel carry-on, for years!
The only problem with Barrington, is having to choose a color, pattern and monogram style! I honestly spent over an hour creating options, and finally decided after lots of fretting and hand-wringing. I literally gasped with excitement, and might have even clapped a little, when it arrived! This is the Savannah in sand chambray with a lilac lipstick stripe. #preppyswoon
I don’t think an outfit could scream, ‘Spring!’ louder than this second look! I used the floral boots to tie in the colors of the top and jacket, but it’d be just as cute with neutral booties or sandals. And I’ll pause while you gape at that striped bag! Cutest ever, right?!
These jeans are a few years old (hence the extra-large holes!), but I just discovered a new pair of non-distressed white jeans, and I’m obsessed!! I’ll share them next week, but just know they are nice and thick (so they aren’t see-thru and the pockets don’t show!), and have just enough stretch to hold you in. Oh, and no muffin top!
Watch | Bracelet | Hoop Earrings
Watch | Bracelet | Hoop Earrings | Monogrammed Tote in ‘Lipstick Cabana Stripe’
For a final look, I went with a more classic combo of crisp white top, and cognac leather sandals.
So now that I have you in a frenzy over darling new Spring bags…how about a discount to create your very own?! Just head over to Barrington, design as many bags as your heart’s content (prepare to be there awhile, it’s addicting!!), then enter Sugarplum10 in the coupon box for 10% off your total order! If you can bear to part with one, they make amazing Mother’s Day gifts, as well. I know my mom has her sights on one!!
How’s that for a bright dose of Spring inspiration!? Which is your favorite look? Would you wear a pink military jacket, or do you prefer a more neutral green or navy? Happy weekend, lovebugs!
{Weekend sales worth checking out}
Nordstrom // Tons of end-of-season markdowns!
Loft // 50% off Spring favorites
World Market // 15% off New Outdoor Arrivals with code 15OUT
GAP // 35% off with code APRFUN
Old Navy // 35% off entire order, no code needed
Anthropologie // Extra 25% off sale clothes with code XTRAXTRA
Pottery Barn // 20% off duvets with code DREAM
J.Crew // 25% off Spring styles with code SHOPNOW
*This post was created in collaboration with Barrington, but all opinions, ideas, and school-girl squealing are my own. Thank you for supporting Hi Sugarplum sponsors!*
Well, that does it. I need a pink military jacket FOR SURE! Love it with the yellow stripes, white jeans, and floral rain boots! And I'm dying for my new Barrington to arrive!!!!!!!!
I love these posts so much, actually I love everything you post. Your style is sheer perfection!
Stop!! You are too sweet! I'm thrilled you like the posts and find inspiration here!! Happy weekend, sweet friend! xo
I love the flutter sleeve outfit! Those rain boots are adorable! Your style posts never fail to inspire excitement!
Thank you so much! I'm thrilled you liked it! xo
All three outfits are adorable. The pop of color is perfect. I'm shocked the sandals are old navy! They look much higher end. I bought the hat a week ago and it's cute. I haven't really worn it yet. Hats are new to me so pushing my comfort zone. Silly question but do you wear it inside the house too or just when out and about?
Just out and about…when I'm in the sun, or my hair is on it's last leg! š If I'm wearing it tho, and happen to go in a store or something, I'll leave it on. I'm sure it's absolutely darling on you!
Love it! I would try the pink jacket for sure! I do love my green one. Love the photos and the location of this shoot!
Thanks, friend!! We actually shot in the greenbelt behind our house…that area is basically the reason we moved!! Happy weekend! xo
Is your jacket the bouy red or royal fushia color?
Mine is buoy red…but def is more on the pink side, right?! š xo
I LOVE, LOVE, LOVE your style!!!! AND, I just ordered the jacket in fuchsia.
Thank you SO SO SO much, Shawnee!!! xoxo I'm thrilled you find inspiration here, and love that fuchsia jacket…wonder how much more vivid it is than mine?? Let me know!!
Love these outfit ideas! This coat is so cute and I'll be keeping an eye out for a sale!
thank you! there's a code for 35% off the jacket now, 40% if you're a Gap cardholder. xo
You totally rock… I just ordered the hot pink utility jacket from Gap with your code and I've purchased two of your crossbody bags this past month. Love your style and am addicted to your blog! Thanks so much for sharing sooo much!
Yay, let me know how you like it!! I'm thrilled you find inspiration here! xo
Waiting for your post on your new white jeans. I've been on the hunt for a pair that are thicker and not low waisted without luck. Please share!
Love the jacket in pink. So refreshing š
Working on it now…look for it next week! But I went ahead and linked them in this post, in case you wanted to check them out now! xo
Oh, thank you. I don't know how I missed that.
Love the flutter top…so pretty!
Girl you are so cute!!! Question about that jcrew factory dress: do you think it would be too short for a taller girl? I'm 5'7 1/2, so not super tall, but not petite either. Thanks!
thank you, Kristen! I'm 5'4"…so you can see where it falls on me. It's also right on the line of needing to order up one size, so maybe do that, and you'll get a bit more length. The cotton is sturdy enough that it doesn't cling, so even if it is a tad short, you'll stay covered. Hope that helps! xo
You were the first fashion blog I started reading a while back and I always look to you for advice on where to find certain things. I appreciate the fact that you tell how sizes run because I do love to order online. Love the pink jacket!
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thank you so so much, Nikki! I always appreciate your kind and thoughtful comments, too!! xo
It's amazing how youthful and feminine the looks are. Love the bright pink from the jacket š
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You look wonderful. I love the striped top and dress. Blessings, xoxo,Susie
I AM SO HAPPY! I spent two days deciding on which Barrington bag to get, and I just needed to buy it. Now I get 10% off?!!! Perfect timing!
BTW, I am getting the navy and white stripe with the red/pink stripe. I really fell hard for the Sonoma Zippered Bag. I just love the leather straps running down the sides (I like how it breaks up the stripes!).
Thanks for sharing!!! And I love the pink field jacket!
~Kandace
I love yr styleeee….I wish I am yr age!!!!
You rock every single outfit. I love the ankle boots with the dress- which I would never have thought of. And, the turquoise necklace over the white shirt is a great match. Your style sense shines through in every blog. Thank you!!!