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Dresses for Every Spring Occasion

Cassie — Thu, 16 Apr 2026 09:00:00 +0000

It’s officially celebration season, and my inbox has been full of the same question lately… “what should I wear?”

Between graduations, Mother’s Day, showers, and all the spring events in between, it feels like there’s something on the calendar every weekend. So I pulled together a big roundup of dresses that would work for all of it — a mix of styles, vibes, and price points so there’s something for everyone.

Whether it’s cocktail or black tie, you’ll be the best-dressed guest in these stunners! I shared a fun video of them all in action HERE.

Wedding Guest Dresses //

This brand is a go-to for me when it comes to cocktail parties and events… the details are always stunning, and they are a beautiful blend of classy and sass. This one is a stretchy knit body-con style, but with a gorgeous embroidered overlay skirt. It comes in a range of colors, and will have you twirling.

Fit Tip: I’m wearing a size Small dress.

Floral Appliqué Dress (Also HERE) | Clear Wedge Sandals

Talk about wow factor! This gown has a gorgeous mix of bold and beautiful colors, with a flattering halter neckline. The bodice is reinforced for chest support and to hold its shape, with flattering mini pleats. It’s extra long, perfect for the tall girls, but an easy hem. And bonus, it’s on super sale!

Fit Tip: I’m wearing a size 2 dress.

Pleated Watercolor Dress | Clear Wedge Sandals

The perfect midi dress for afternoon or beach weddings, this pleated number has an easy-to-wear (and dance in!) shape. It’s fully lined with adjustable straps, with a fun open back detail.

Fit Tip: I’m wearing a size XS dress.

Pastel Pleated Dress | Clear Wedge Sandals

You can never go wrong with a little black dress, and this one is equal parts classy and sassy! With a deep V in the front and back, it’s fully lined to the knee with a gorgeous embroidered lace overlay. It comes in a bunch of colors, and is even on sale at some places!

Fit Tip: I’m wearing a size Small dress.

Lace Overlay Dress (Also available HERE) | Clear Wedge Sandals

More Wedding Guest Dresses //

Here are a few more beauties that caught my eye!

Pssst, I own two of these… you can see them on HERE and HERE.

Black Tie Dresses Under $300 //

As much as I love color, I tend to gravitate to black dresses for really dressy events. In fact, I wore this one to a wedding recently, and it was an absolute compliment magnet! (See it in action HERE.) Also yes, I now own it in two colors… it’s that good!

Even better, these black-tie beauties are all under $300!

Short & Midi Spring Dresses //

And if you’re shopping for graduations, showers, and other spring-time events, here are some short and midi dresses I love.

Just add a few accessories (I’m wearing this necklace non-stop), and a neutral shoe (I’m convinced these wedges are the season’s best!), and you’re darling and out the door!

Amazon Spring Dresses //

Amazon has no shortage of incredibly stylish and designer-inspired dresses this season! I’ve tried and shared many of them HERE, so you can see them on. And you can see my faves in action in this fun video HERE.

What events do you have this Spring and Summer? I hope these dresses make shopping a little easier for you!

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Nordstrom Spring Try-On!

Cassie — Wed, 15 Apr 2026 09:00:00 +0000

Well… y’all convinced me. After last month’s try-on (see it HERE), I couldn’t not place another Nordstrom order.

Spring pieces have been too good lately, and this batch felt especially fun — easy outfits, fresh colors, and those throw-on-and-go pieces that somehow still look like you tried. Exactly what I want this time of year.

I pulled everything on so you can see how it fits and feels in real life…and you can find full try-on videos of each style HERE.

Dress (XS) | Try On Video HERE

Top (XS) | Skirt (XS) | Try On Video HERE

T-Shirt (XS) | Jeans (XS) | Try On Video HERE

T-Shirt (XS) | Pants (XS) | Try On Video HERE

Dress (XS) | Try On Video HERE

Top (XS) | Shorts (2) | Try On Video HERE

Dress (XS) | Try On Video HERE

T-Shirt (XS) | Jeans (25) | Try On Video HERE

Top (XS) | Jeans (26) | Try On Video HERE

T-Shirt (XS) | Shorts (XS) | Try On Video HERE

The big End of Season Sale started, too, and the deals are reallllly good!

I also spotted the cutest cover-ups from a new-to-me brand…in case you missed them earlier!

This was such a fun little order — the kind that makes getting dressed feel easy again. Tell me what you’re loving… I always want to know what you’d grab!

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My Ultimate Sephora Spring Sale Guide

Cassie — Tue, 14 Apr 2026 09:00:00 +0000

Happy Sephora Tuesday, friends! That’s right, Sephora’s huge Spring Savings Event is open to everyone starting today with code SPRINGSALE! Rouge members save 20%, VIB members save 15%, and Insiders save 10%… site-wide!

Not a Beauty Insider member yet? No problem, sign-up is fast and free HERE, and you’ll be able to save 10% site-wide, plus 30% on all Sephora Collection products, starting today!!

To help you navigate this epic savings event, I’m sharing my top Sephora products in every category…starting with my full makeup routine, with all the products I reach for daily. You can watch the video HERE, and find everything linked HERE.

Sugarplum Shopping Tip: The Sephora Spring Savings Event is happening at Sephora + Kohls, too… so if something is sold out at Sephora, check HERE for the same deals at Kohls!

See my full makeup routine HERE & all the products HERE

Sephora Sale Faves //

I run out of these four products faster than any others, so I always stock up during the sale! Nothing worse than an empty brow pencil, except maybe discovering you don’t have a back-up!

Clinique Quickliner for Eyes | Anastasia Beverly Hills Brow Wiz Pencil | Charlotte Tilbury Lip Pencil in ‘Pillow Talk’ | Tarte Maracuja Juicy Lip Plump

When it comes to hair care, these are my absolute must-haves, so I always make sure to have extras on hand. This Kérastase Leave-In Cream does absolute wonders for my hair… I can actually go to bed with wet hair, and wake up with it smooth and frizz-free!! I even have the travel size, so I never have to go without.

I recently added this conditioning heat protectant (at the insistence of my stylist) and I noticed improvement almost immediately!

MoroccanOil Hair Spray | Olaplex No. 4P Purple Shampoo | Olaplex No. 4C Clarifying Shampoo | Living Proof Advanced Clean Dry Shampoo | Kérastase Leave-In Treatment

Olaplex also makes the best purple and clarifying shampoos I’ve tried… nothing brightens my blonde or removes product build-up from my scalp better!

Olaplex No. 4P Purple Shampoo | Olaplex No. 5P Purple Conditioner

You know I’m a HUGE Merit fan… the only downside is it almost never goes on sale. So you know I’m pumped to discover it’s included in the Sephora Sale, so we can grab it 10-20% off!

I’ve also slowly been trying out new products over the last year or so, and these have become absolute faves for me…. and all part of the Sephora Sale!

The Donna Karan Cashmere Mist Deodorant is on a whole other level… I’ve worn it on several long flights and always land smelling like a daisy! The Kérastase Overnight Recovery is great for bringing dry ends back to life, and the ColorWow One-Minute Transformation Cream helps to smooth my ends and curls after styling.

And if you watch my Instagram Stories, you’ve seen my complete (warranted!) adoration of the new tartelette tubing XL mascara!

My Beauty Must-Haves //

Here are a few of my ride-or-dies, some that I’ve loved for years and some new this year!

1. Dry Shampoo // 2. Deodorant
3. Satin Pillowcase // 4. Shower Cap
5. AireBrush // 6. Flush Balm
7. Eyelash Curler // 8. Brow Pencil
9. Fake Awake // 10. Tubing Mascara
11. Lip Plumping Gloss // 12. Tinted Sunscreen
Shop All HERE

Best in Makeup //

These products have permanent status in my makeup bag, and I’ll be re-stocking with the sale.

1. CC Cream // 2. Flush Balm
3. Bronze Balm // 4. Setting Spray
5. Tinted Sunscreen // 6. Tubing Mascara
7. Lip Plumping Gloss // 8. Concealer
9. Eyeshadow Palette // 10. Lip Pencil
11. Eyelash Curler // 12. Fake Awake
13. Brow Pencil // 14. Eyeliner
Shop All HERE

Best in Skin //

Had your eye on a red light mask? Now’s the time…even tools are included in the sale!

1. Red Light Mask // 2. Exfoliating Solution
3. Hand Cream // 4. Sunscreen
5. Peel Pads // 6. Cryo-Flash Mask
7. Lifting Mask // 8. Body Care Kit
9. Lip Mask // 10. Tinted Sunscreen
Shop All HERE

Best in Hair //

None of these products will come as a surprise, you’ve heard me rave about most for years. The silk pillowcase makes a great gift for moms and grads, too! I recently shared a quick tutorial on how I get the most volume with my blowouts…you can watch it HERE!

1. Hairspray // 2. Dry Shampoo
3. Satin Pillowcase // 4. Hair Oil
5. Blonde Shampoo // 6. Thickening Spray
7. AireBrush // 8. Blonde Serum
9. Heat Protectant // 10. Velcro Rollers
11. Shower Cap // 12. Curling Iron
Shop All HERE

Best in Gift Sets //

Speaking of gifts…I can’t think of anyone who wouldn’t love receiving these! And bonus is everything is on sale, so you could even stock up now for future celebrations.

1. Body Care Must Haves // 2. Hand Cream
3. Jet Set Body Care // 4. Hair Care Essentials Gift Set
5. Retrospect Perfume // 6. Summer Essentials On the Go Gift Set
7. Lip Gloss Duo
Shop All HERE

Sloan and I love the Sephora Favorites sets…such a fun way to try new and top-selling products for less! They have them for hair, makeup and more!

Sephora Favorites: Body Care Must-Haves

Some of my favorite beauty buys are actually more budget-friendly, so if you’re not shopping the Sephora Sale, here are my go-to drugstore beauty faves…

1. Dermaplane Razors // 2. Self-Tanning Mousse (+ Mitt!)
3. Argan Oil Hair Mask // 4. Wet Brush
5. Teeth Whitening Strips // 6. Cashmere Mist Deodorant
7. Elemis Facial Pads // 8. No-Crease Hair Ties
9. Drybar Shower Cap // 10. ghd Curling Iron
11. Facial Sponges // 12. Drybar Self-Grip Rollers
13. BioDerma Cleansing Oil // 14. Medicube Peel-Off Mask
15. Redness Relief Eye Drops // 16. Neck & Chest Cream
Shop on LTK HERE & Amazon HERE

You bet your boots I’ll be stocking up on all my faves in this epic bi-annual sale! And don’t forget you can find many of these at Sephora + Kohls, too, so check HERE if something is sold out!

Don’t miss out on this great chance to splurge, restock your current favorites, or discover something new during the Sephora Spring Savings Event, with savings up to 20% off (depending on your member tier). This event happens just twice a year, and is highly anticipated by beauty fanatics and gurus alike!

You can ALSO save 30% on all Sephora Collection products! Load up on Sephora Collection must-haves included in this epic sale, now through 4/20! The discount is automatically applied at checkout, online and in-store.

What are you stocking up on or trying new?!

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Gifts for Moms, Teachers & Grads!

Cassie — Mon, 13 Apr 2026 09:00:00 +0000

With May just around the corner, the season of parties and celebrations is upon us! Between Mother’s Day, Graduations, and Teacher Appreciation, there are so many reasons to celebrate those we love! To help you during this busy, gift-giving season, I’ve rounded up some of my fave ideas for everyone on your list this month!

Mother’s Day Gift Guides //

From the gardener to the home chef, I’ve tried to round up gifts for every kind of mom. Mama Sugarplum loved THIS last year!

1. Weighted Sleep Mask // 2. Body Wash
3. Hand Cream // 4. Candle
5. Deodorant // 6. Makeup Brushes
7. Earrings // 8. Cleansing Balm
9. Illuminating Eye Cream
Shop All HERE

1. Cookbook // 2. Dish Towels
3. Slow Cooker // 4. Cookware
5. Olive Oil Cruet // 6. Serving Set
Shop All HERE

1. Bird Feeder // 2. Mahjong Mat
3. Rummikub Set // 4. Pickleball Set
5. Candle // 6. Hat
7. Gardening Tools // 8. Bird Bingo
9. Gardening Gloves
Shop All HERE

Teacher Appreciation Gift Guide //

Every year I feel even more grateful for all the incredible teachers who taught Sloan and Jackson, they truly can’t be thanked enough. These gifts would be so fun for just about any of the gals in your life, but especially teachers!

1. Candle Warmer // 2. Sharpie Set
3. Notepads // 4. Crewneck
5. Magnetic Chalk Board // 6. Magnets
7. Water Bottle // 8. Amazon Gift Card
9. Monogram Tote Bag
Shop All HERE

Grad Gift Guide //

Here are some Sloan-approved gifts for anyone heading off to college, a new apartment, or a first job!

1. Candle Warmer // 2. Candle
3. Beaded Purse Strap // 4. Clear Purse
5. Laptop // 6. AirPods
7. Personal Alarm // 8. Coffee Maker
9. AirTags // 10. Bedding
11. Weekender Bag // 12. Suitcase
13. Laundry Bag
Shop All HERE

1. Laptop // 2. Headphones
3. AirTags // 4. Watch
5. Charging Station // 6. Amazon Gift Card
7. Coffee Maker // 8. Suitcase Set
9. Laundry Bag // 10. Toiletry Bag
Shop All HERE

I hope these are helpful in finding the perfect gift for all the moms, teachers, and grads in your life. Do you have other ideas to add to the list? What things do you love to give?

If you’re prepping your little bird to fly the nexst, my Dorm Room Essentials post might be helpful. Find it HERE.

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My Latest Amazon Order (+ Sephora Sale!)

Cassie — Fri, 10 Apr 2026 09:00:00 +0000

I placed a new Amazon order this week and it was too good not to share right away. You know how it goes — the best pieces tend to sell out or change fast, so I like to get these up early before things start disappearing.

This is a mix of easy everyday pieces, a few fun finds, and some really good staples I’m excited to try. I’ll share everything styled on once it comes in, but for now, here’s a first look at what caught my eye.

Pssst…if you’re looking for some fun home finds, I shared a few in my recent Monday Mail Day HERE!

Striped Cardigan | Striped Top | Floral Dress | Eyelet Skirt | Shop All HERE

And if you’re a Sephora Rouge member, the bi-annual Savings Event starts today (starts for the rest of us next Tuesday!). Here are my absolute beauty must-haves and what I’d recommend adding to cart first with these special savings!

I always love this part — the anticipation of seeing what actually works once it arrives. I’ll report back soon with try-on pics and fit notes.

In the meantime, if something catches your eye, I wouldn’t wait too long… Amazon likes to keep us on our toes. Happy Friday, lovebugs!

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