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Q&A- Destination Arizona

Feb 16, 2015

Q&A- Destination Arizona

I received the following question- Holly- I am going to Arizona with my family for spring break. We’re flying there and I’m hoping to fit our whole family of five into one suitcase. So I can’t take much. Can you help me with some outfit ideas and what to pack? We’ll be doing lots of family activities and also will hopefully have a few dates nights including an Alan Jackson concert. Thanks! Meghan Thank you for your question Meghan! I too am taking a trip for spring break a

Small Business Saturday

Nov 29, 2014

Small Business Saturday

Small Business Saturday by stylefromthesticks featuring a fringe purse Hallhuber top $36 – houseoffraser.co.uk Old Navy tweed vest oldnavy.gap.com Pull&Bear yellow pants $28 – pullandbear.com Black ankle booties $47 – newlook.com Sole Society fringe purse solesociety.com Stud earrings marcjacobs.com Avon bracelet watch avon.com With Love From CA panama hat pacsun.com #fashion #PullampBear #style #Hallhuber #OldNavy #WithLoveFromCA #SoleSociety #polyvore #Avon

Small Business Saturday

Nov 29, 2014

Small Business Saturday

Small Business Saturday by stylefromthesticks featuring a fringe purse Hallhuber top $36 – houseoffraser.co.uk Old Navy tweed vest oldnavy.gap.com Pull&Bear yellow pants $28 – pullandbear.com Black ankle booties $47 – newlook.com Sole Society fringe purse solesociety.com Stud earrings marcjacobs.com Avon bracelet watch avon.com With Love From CA panama hat pacsun.com #fashion #PullampBear #style #Hallhuber #OldNavy #WithLoveFromCA #SoleSociety #polyvore #Avon

Black Friday Outfit

Nov 28, 2014

Black Friday Outfit

Black Friday Outfit by stylefromthesticks featuring beading jewelry Old Navy top oldnavy.gap.com Topshop denim skinny jeans $89 – nordstrom.com Pull Bear gray sneaker $32 – pullandbear.com IIIBeCa white leather purse gilt.com Beading jewelry $20 – missguided.co.uk Sole Society gray beanie solesociety.com #fashion #PullampBear #style #OldNavy #Topshop #SoleSociety #IIIBeCa #polyvore

Thanksgiving Dinner- Saving Room for Pumpkin Pie

Nov 26, 2014

Thanksgiving Dinner- Saving Room for Pumpkin Pie

Thanksgiving Dinner I know you might not think to pack a dress for your Thanksgiving dinner, but let’s talk about the stretch factor. No uncomfortable buttons or snaps to adjust after you’ve eaten too much, just sheer bloated bliss in an elastic and breathable waist. Not to mention, a forgiving silhouette. What’s not to love? Keep it casual with some simple accessories- some pretty purple earrings to pick up the colors of the dress and a watch to keep track of just how lon

Thanksgiving Travel Day- I’ll Bring the Wine

Nov 24, 2014

Thanksgiving Travel Day- I’ll Bring the Wine

Thanksgiving Travel Day It’s been awhile since I’ve done some actual fashion on the blog, so I’m taking the opportunity this week as many of you are packing for Thanksgiving trips or thinking about what to wear for family gatherings. As I watch it snow here, I think leggings are perfectly appropriate to wear when you’re traveling, especially in inclement weather. So long as you take care to wear them with a cute sweater and booties and not a hoodie and some ratty old Uggs. A

ModCloth Layering Challenge

Oct 23, 2014

ModCloth Layering Challenge

I was recently asked by ModCloth to create a fall layering outfit based on some of the amazing items they have available. And here’s my outfit! I chose these three layering items in the perfect fall color scheme- the blouse, the cardigan and the coat. I love these skinny, olive colored jeans, so perfect for fall when you’re tired of wearing blue jeans. And to make the outfit feel more boho, I added in this romantic and flowy blouse, paired with a simple necklace. To keep yo

2014 Fall Trends- Pointy Heels

Sep 12, 2014

2014 Fall Trends- Pointy Heels

I hope you are willing to try at least one of my fall fashion trends this season. I know you can do it! In case you were wondering, pointy heels are still a big trend for fall. Heel looks come and go though, so if you’re still wearing heels from a few years ago, I won’t judge. I’m just going to be proud that you’re in a pair of heels. Good for you! Here are a few of my favorites. And two of them are as basic as bras- everybody needs both flesh colored and black. Which p

2014 Fall Trends- Tons of Texture

Sep 12, 2014

2014 Fall Trends- Tons of Texture

Settle down, I know that these pieces don’t “match.” It’s okay. I did it on purpose. And you can too! Today’s fall fashion trend is tons of texture. What exactly do I mean? Well, it’s hard to explain in a photo but if you look carefully at the textures I’ve selected, you’ll see that this outfit contains the following: 1) Boiled wool 2) Satin 3) Suede 4) Felt 5) Faux Leather 6) Faux Brass While this outfit doesn’t have a ton of pattern, it i

2014 Fall Trends- Sporty

Sep 10, 2014

2014 Fall Trends- Sporty

I write this post with hesitancy. I’m afraid that some of you will take this as a free pass to live in activewear. I understand the allure of yoga pants and leggings, tshirts and tennis shoes. But unless you are headed to or from the gym, or are taking the kids for a sporty outing, living in athletic gear is just another example of the sloppiness of our society. We have gone from Donna Reed raising kids and vacuuming in a dress and heels to pajamas in the pickup line at sch

2014 Fall Trends- Booties

Sep 9, 2014

2014 Fall Trends- Booties

They are everywhere. Booties, booties, booties. What is the different between last year’s booties and this year’s? This year’s are lazier; they have lower heels, are sturdier and more boot-like. They’re boot bums; in other words, a mom’s dream! I picked a few of my favorite, at a price point that won’t break the bank. You don’t want to be without a pair of these this fall! 2014 Fall Trends- Booties by stylefromthesticks featuring ankle boots Chelsea Crew tan boots modcl

2014 Fall Trends- Ripped Jeans

Sep 8, 2014

2014 Fall Trends- Ripped Jeans

It’s time for a little fall fashion! I’ve prolonged it as much as I possibly could as I’m busy working away on house projects. But I’ll save those for next week. I could give you the lowdown on the runway trends. But I get bored with those easily. They are predictable (surprise, surprise, some shade of purple and animal prints are trends) and come around every fall. And the rest typically don’t trickle down to us regular folk. Why bother. So get ready for my cooler weat

Wedding Week- White Tie

Jul 25, 2014

Wedding Week- White Tie

While it may be rare, there does exist one more label on the wedding invitation that may give you pause, white tie. Basically, if you see this on your invitation, you need to be in a formal. That means a long evening gown. The men will probably be in tails and there may even be gloves involved. Think an invitation to the White House. I know your maxi dress is a long dress but this does not qualify as a formal. And as much as I loath the LBD, this is the time to dust off th

Wedding Week- Black Tie

Jul 24, 2014

Wedding Week- Black Tie

I’ve posted many a time about what it means when the invitation says “black tie.” You can read more about that here. What’s the short version? Don’t show up in your cotton daydress. Put on the jewelry that you feel is a little too fancy for work or the playground. DRESS UP. You should feel comfortable in a cocktail dress. One other thing to keep in mind. Solid color dresses may wind you up in the bridesmaid category. So be weary. Also, NEVER wear a white dress to a we

Wedding Week- Military

Jul 23, 2014

Wedding Week- Military

A military wedding can mean different wardrobe choices. There are informal military weddings. Most military wedding I’ve seen have meant the men are in their “dress blues” or “blue or white mess dress” which means they are in their fancy uniforms. If this is what the guys are wearing, don’t show up in your maxi dress. When the men are wearing something sharp, now is not the time to look frumpy. For a military wedding, I think something with structure is appropriate. I lik

Wedding Week- Destination

Jul 22, 2014

Wedding Week- Destination

Destination weddings are becoming more and more popular. Who wouldn’t want to get outta dodge and go some place exotic or historic? If you are lucky enough to get to attend a destination wedding, typically the vibe is more relaxed. Today’s outfit is for the tropical destination wedding. I packed a jersey dress, it’ll feel great in the humidity and it’ll pack like a champ. Throw on a pair of easy but pretty sandals, some flower earrings and wear a flower in your hair! Now you

Wedding Week- Casual

Jul 21, 2014

Wedding Week- Casual

It’s wedding season and many of you have weddings coming up to attend. What to wear? This week, I’ll give you five outfits to wear depending on your wedding destination. Today’s wedding is casual. It can be hard to know if the wedding is truly casual, especially when some venues can be either casual or more formal. Take for example, a beach wedding or a wedding that takes place in a barn. Either place screams casual, but there have been lots of weddings lately that have ta

Family Pictures- Part III

Jul 11, 2014

Family Pictures- Part III

Here is an example of what to wear to family pictures. Let’s say you’re taking pictures by the lake and want a nautical theme, which is so cute and popular right now. This is for a family of six and clearly the more members of your family, the harder it is to coordinate. But you don’t have to stick to one color. This is really a blue and white theme. You could add yellow or coral or hot pink to this color arrangement besides any other neutral. Keep in mind that while mom a

Summer Concert Series- Tim McGraw

Jul 4, 2014

Summer Concert Series- Tim McGraw

Happy 4th of July! Your outfit doesn’t have to be literal. But if you have something red or blue, today is the day to wear it! While I enjoy Tim McGraw’s Meanwhile Back at Mama’s (his new song), since today is the 4th I included a song that’ll be sure to make you cry- If You’re Reading This. Don’t forget when you are watching those fireworks, they are to remember the guns, cannons and rockets our country has fired for our freedom. Summer Concert Series- Tim McGraw by style

Summer Concert Series- Eric Church’s Give Me Back My Hometown

Jul 2, 2014

Summer Concert Series- Eric Church’s Give Me Back My Hometown

Happy Birthday to me! I’m here celebrating it with you and a little Eric Church. Am I the only one who has a little unreasonable crush on him? Aviators are a must with this theme. But I really don’t know why he covers up those beautiful brown eyes with sunglasses anyway? I think a little laid back supermodel look is right in order for Eric Church. And of course, beer from the bottle. I think this song is really about drugs overtaking smalltowns but I like to put my own s

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