The Worst Fashion Trends: They Won’t Stand the Test of Time
It’s so easy to fall in love with a trend because it looks great on a celebrity or catches your eye on Instagram. But so many of the hottest trends …
It’s so easy to fall in love with a trend because it looks great on a celebrity or catches your eye on Instagram. But so many of the hottest trends …
Beach pants are loose and relaxed — some might even call them a little lazy. But they’ve got a certain nonchalant charm that makes them a nice choice for your …
Everyone is abuzz about Fenty, the new luxury clothing line launched by Rihanna in partnership with LVMH Moët Hennessy Louis Vuitton. Why all chatter? Besides the Rihanna factor, Fenty is …
Sometimes I just need style to be easy. Because dressing well is fun, but it’s not my top objective in life. I’m sure you can relate — no matter how …
Easy, breezy hairstyles are having their moment this year, and we’re pretty happy about it. I’d rather be outside, having fun than inside styling my hair, any day of the …
Long gone are the days when wearing sweats and plain tees was the casual wear du jour. Those off-duty garments were replaced many moons ago by the advent of athleisure …
Craving something different in your wardrobe, maybe a piece that’s super trendy and IG-worthy? Meet the boilersuit, the edgy cousin of rompers and jumpsuits. It’s wearable, chic and also conservative …
Few things hit the spot as well as retail therapy. Even better? Filling your wardrobe with warm-weather essentials without annihilating your bank account. That’s why we’re so crazy about ASOS. …
So-called “mom” jeans tend to have a bad rap. But why? There is nothing wrong with a pair of jeans that are comfortable, flattering and easy to wear with just …
The 1970s are back, y’all! If everything old is new again, this is one resurgence we welcome back with open arms. Who can resist a little retro, feel-good flair to …
Thank you to Jord Watches for collaborating and providing the Fieldcrest wood watch featured in this post. I know you’ve seen them: wood watches have been dazzling the wrists of …
For many of us, the office is like the gym. We don’t always want to go, but pressing on anyway is often rewarded with a glow of satisfaction for a …
Health is wealth, as they say. That must be why health and wellness trends cycle as much as fashion trends do. From acai berries to Zumba class, we have no …
In need of some fresh sartorial inspiration? One of the best ways to get motivated about stepping into new looks is to see them on body types like your own. …
It’s hard to imagine a world without Target, or Tarjay as us old-timers like to say. Sure, we remember the days when no store could mingle fashion and toilet bowl …
Shopping at Walmart is absolutely essential for some things. There’s no better place to snag beauty products, household essentials, and snacks on the cheap. But Walmart fashion — is that …
If there’s one thing that we love, it’s a great top to go with a comfortable pair of jeans. The combo makes for an easy and versatile outfit, and lets …
Long one of the most polished and elegant pieces in women’s fashion history, the pencil skirt has always been relevant. Part of its charm is in its versatility and ability …
It could easily be one of the most stylish and enduring options to enter the fray in years. The world of women’s footwear is nothing if not creative, but few …
So, the fanny pack. At one time, the fanny pack signaled excessive practicality, and not in a good way. But no more. You can thank designer brands like Louis Vuitton, …
Fashion designers will have you wearing 12-inch dangling earrings and thick charms this season, but I’m taking a different approach. Frankly, I’m over the heavy jewelry look. I don’t care …
Neon is one of spring’s brightest and most adventurous trends. Thankfully, today’s neon is more sophisticated and less in-your-face than it used to be. (We’re looking at you, sweatshirts, bike …
What is this, the sixties? The seventies? The eighties? It’s all so groovy and rad and unexpected, but tie-dye — that largely celebrated pattern of decades past — is back …
For some, spring is the most wonderful time of the year — and possibly also the most sartorially challenging. In the midst of making plans for a spring getaway and …
Cowboy boots are trending once more. Can anyone pull them off, or are they reserved solely for trend-setting models? Answer: Cowboy boots are versatile enough for any aspiring fashion gal …
If there’s one accessory that’s truly a must-have, it’s a great pair of sunglasses. The trouble is, shopping for sunglasses can be a tad overwhelming. I mean, you have your …
The first-ever, host-free Academy Awards are over — and by all accounts, the concept went over pretty well. Turns out, the lack of a show leader to steal the spotlight …
It’s not as though you didn’t know buttons were important. But did you realize just how important they are right now? As in…they’re a trend. A big one. That’s right. …
Ahhh, the 2000s. Never has a decade seemed so close, yet so far away. We still know all the words to Survivor by Destiny’s Child, but a hot pink phone …
It’s hard to imagine a world in which we don’t take at least some inspiration from the wild, raucous and incredible looks that grace the runways at NYFW each year. …
Bomber jackets are more classic than trendy — and always reliable, comfortable, and super stylish. You can easily wear this piece when you want to dress down something that’s a …
Are you positively done with the arctic chill and mind-numbing temperatures currently sweeping across the country? There’s good news: spring is on the horizon! And with spring comes a slew …
We figured as much about the staying power of the color blocking in fashion. The Budget Fashionista originally wrote about the color block bags trend back in 2014 — and …
Chinese New Year is mere days away — on February 5, to be precise. In this Year of the Pig, we’re thinking festivities are in order. With beautiful fabrics and …
Let’s just call it the perfect shoe. Flats are ubiquitous, universal, and easy on the wallet, too. You can wear them with everything from jeans and Breton stripe tops to …
There’s no denying that denim continues to reign supreme. Jeans will forever be reliable staples that provide you with something to wear when it seems like there’s nothing to wear. …
There’s never just one item that every closet needs. If anything, there are at least a handful of classics — wardrobe essentials that all women should own, mostly to resolve …
If you already struggle to decide on the right outfit for a date, winter is not your friend. Somehow you’ve got to (1) look amazing and stylish, and (2) stay …
For some, winter is the most wonderful time of the year. For others, it’s when we gaze longingly at the summer dresses shoved to the back of the closet. But …
The modern world is more advanced and tech-savvy than most of us could ever have dreamed. Speaking into a wristwatch a la Dick Tracy is perfectly normal, and virtually attending …
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Party season is in full swing. If your favorite dresses have been worn just a few too many times and you really just want a great excuse to snag something …
Easy does it in a near-flawless ensemble that keeps you comfortable and stylish on those brisk late fall days. Granted, Lucy Hale probably isn’t braving super heavy winds in Los …
Classic holiday movies have a tendency to put anyone in a festive spirit. There’s something about that 24-hour marathon of “A Christmas Story” on TBS that would even make Scrooge …
Prints are having their moment in this fall/winter of 2018, and it may have you looking for new patterns to show off. Sure, animal print always makes a statement. And …
There comes a time in every budget fashionista’s life when she decides to outgrow ultra-cheap jewelry. Of course I love that Forever21 stocks fun, cheap earrings and bracelets…but many of …
Party season is upon us, and that means your schedule is quickly filling up with soirees of all kinds. Whether it’s biz-cajsh annual office gathering or a formal affair you’ve …
As fashionistas, we see the rise and fall of so many labels that play in the budget space. Just when we grow fond of a line we can get at …
If you love patterns, 2018 is YOUR year! And this Fall, the philosophy is the bolder the print the better. If you’re eager to embrace the “more is more” mentality of autumn 2018, read on.
You know how to dress for the season, and you’re generally on the cusp of what’s comfortable and trendy. You’ve likely seen a few unfortunate examples of layering that look …
A shoe lover is likely to zero in on style before anything else. Sometimes you’ll snap up some gorgeous trending shoe styles without trying them on — hello, online shopping …
Your handbag is a fashion workhorse. It carries your wallet, phone, lip gloss, and sunblock. It adds a perfect finishing touch to your outfit. It may even double as a …
The modern women’s suit is most certainly a new concept, as well as a sartorial farewell to the suits of old. Remember the excessively padded versions of the 1980s and …
If you’re looking for the “wow” factor this Halloween — while still showing off your savvy style sense — try a costume inspired by pop culture. Pop-inspired Halloween costumes are …
Falling in that hardly neat space between semi-formal and fancy, cocktail wear is a mystery to many aspiring fashionistas. If you have ever shown up to a bridal shower in …
Dear Budget Fashionista: I am a plus-sized woman and was just invited to a black-tie optional event in early December. I’m 28 and don’t want to look 58. On top of …
Brown is a popular hue every year, but 2018 finds brown clothing taking on entirely new meaning. In its many iterations, this rich, dramatic color is everywhere — and it’s …
Ever notice how JLo frequently sports bling on several fingers? As one of our favorite style icons, Jennifer Lopez truly understands how to stack rings for any occasion. When she …
As white tees go, there’s almost nothing more exciting than finding one that somehow ticks all of the boxes on your list of sartorial musts. Great fit? Check. Exact amazing …
What you wear on a date should feel like second skin to you. The more comfortable you are, the better you look. Your clothing and makeup are not something that should make you anxious or self-conscious, but instead set you free to express yourself while ensuring that irresistible feminine charm continues to bewitch the guy (or the girl) seated across the table!
Dear Budget Fashionista, I really need your help. Even though I wear a clothing size 12, I have VERY wide calves (plus size—about the size of someone who wears a …
Fall denim is a fashion workhorse. It goes with everything, needs no ironing, provides enough warmth for cooler days, and can be dressed up or down as needed. Whether you’re …
Say you compliment a dear friend on the amazing ring she’s just started wearing, and she tells you it’s cremation jewelry. Um, what now? Yep, that’s right — cremation jewelry …
Does it suddenly seem like you’re seeing tie-front dresses everywhere you turn? It’s not your imagination. This trendy look is more than just a ‘gram MVP, though. It also happens …
The internet and a burgeoning plus-size fashion industry are conspiring to make it a pretty good time for fashionistas with curves. It’s about time! And while we won’t pretend it’s …
Wedges add a pop of style to any of your warm-weather outfits. Not only can they add height to your frame, but they also flatter certain types of dresses and …
Bermuda shorts can be a bit tricky at first glance. They bear a distinctly pulled-together appearance, and they channel a hint of old-school charm that harkens back to days spent …
Linen is a summertime savior that presents innumerable styling options. Whether you’re going for a casual look or something dressier, you can trust this reliable material to pull through for …
If it feels like a sauna out there and you can’t imagine stepping out in anything but cut-off shorts and a tank, you’re not alone. The entire country is awash …
If you come from the land down under, you already know all about the amazing style scene. But for those of us not living in the land of seemingly perpetual …
When style collaborations first made their appearance so many years ago (thank you, Target), there was no way to know the collective fashion world would still be so obsessed years …
Trends naturally come and go. One season you’re instructed to wear a single hue from tip to toe, the next you’re advised to rock the boldest and brightest hues of …
You nailed the cover letter, wowed them with your resume, and can’t wait to show them what you’ve got. But first you’ve got to get through the job interview. You …
With maturity comes wisdom, along with the occasional change in our bodies that nothing seems to stop. But that shouldn’t signal a dramatic shift for your wardrobe, especially if you …
Kate Middleton, Duchess of Cambridge, is redefining “mom” style. Although she is now a mother of three beautiful children, she never traded in her billowy, bright dresses and eccentric hats …
The revival of padded shoulders, retina-burning neon hues and palazzo pants have sparked nostalgia for those halcyon days of the big-haired ‘80s. But as much fun as leg warmers are…we’ll …
Everyone has those mornings when they don’t know what to wear. It’s not that you don’t have enough clothes (if you’re like me, you probably have too many), but rather …
This post about bimbo clothes was originally published way back in 2005! I’ve revamped it because there are so, so many more options for those of us who like to …
“Simple Life” star and celeb personality Paris Hilton has always been a master of glam style. Although Paris is now in her late-30s — shocking, right? — she still has …
It’s tough to be short, even if your BFF is a tailor. All those super-cute pieces the mannequins wear are designed for leggy ladies, while the petite racks are stocked …
Want to rock a tiny bikini but you have a little body image voice holding you back? Eh, so what if you have a round backside and wide hips? There …
Celebs have shown us full range of the lace dress this year. From Lily Collins’ romantic take at the spring 2018 Givenchy show to Tracee Ellis Ross’ color-bomb lace dress on …
The glitter trend is on this season. But this is one trend that’s especially hard to wear — as there’s a high risk of looking like you’re starring in the …
A well-placed, oversized ring — aka the cocktail ring — might be just what I need to spice up my look this spring. Sure, the cocktail ring is less talked …
Heading out of town for a summer adventure? Instead of dragging along your oversized suitcase, carry your essentials in a chic travel bag. Perfect for short getaways, weekender bags are …
Just a few weeks ago we were still talking scarves, coats and sweaters. But somehow we’ve fast-forwarded past the long winter, head first, into warm and sunny days. And before …
If you’re a devoted Target shopper like the rest of us, you’ve probably been anxiously waiting for the drop of the new Hunter collection. The latest Target fashion collaboration with …
“It’s a smile, it’s a kiss, it’s a sip of wine… it’s summertime!” Kenny Chesney The summer season is almost here. And summer — with its long, sunny days — …
I’m not sure exactly who brought bodysuits back from the ‘90s but I’d like to thank them. This trend-turned-staple is sexy, sophisticated and highly versatile — a piece that can …
If I had my way I’d wear jewelry, a great pair of heels and nothing else. Jada Pinkett Smith Jewelry trends change from year to year — one season, we’ll …
Ah, music. From gym playlists to concerts, tunes that let us get our groove on are always good in our book. Whether we’re chatting about Beyonce’s impressive rap skills in her latest song with husband …
Etsy is a mecca of vintage-meets-crafty fabulousness. Like Pinterest, Instagram or Facebook, it sucks me in like a glitter-filled black hole where I spend hours clicking through steampunk couture clothing, …
Rap mogul Nicki Minaj is known for her bold fashion choices. From the one-sleeve Mugler blazer she wore with pasties last fall at Paris Fashion Week to the black latex, …
Keri Russell, Reese Witherspoon and Jessica Alba have all been spotted carrying one. It’s the canvas tote, a grossly under-rated style accessory that every woman should have on hand. It’s …
Red was a headliner on the spring/summer runways, and not just as an accent color. Even off the runway, the bright, bold hue is being worn from head to toe …
Mules are back for spring and this fad isn’t going away any time soon. In fact, the backless footwear is swiftly evolving from trendy to timeless, partly due to the …
New York Fashion Week is on and, as you’d expect, designers are pulling out all the stops. Colors, textures and silhouettes are merging into style statements ranging from WTF to …
From the 1940s to the 1960s, there may not have been a more prominent style of footwear in the USA than saddle shoes. Popular with everyone from swanky business executives …