9 Fab New Year’s Eve Dress Styles for Under $50
Picking an outfit for New Year’s Eve can be panic-inducing. Choose wrong and you’re uncomfortable the entire night. You might even find yourself vowing on the first morn of the …
Picking an outfit for New Year’s Eve can be panic-inducing. Choose wrong and you’re uncomfortable the entire night. You might even find yourself vowing on the first morn of the …
The sweater dress is a fall classic every year. But this year, the slinky sweater dress also has hot-trend status. That’s great news for two big reasons. One, you can …
Sundresses for summer? How inventive, right? But let’s take a minute to put aside the preconceived notions and focus what really makes these single silhouettes great. Sure, they’re feminine and …
If you’re shopping for a chic outfit to wear to a wedding AND you’re over 50, you’ve likely noticed the trend. There’s a hole in the market. It’s like the …
These picks for affordable and wearable spring dresses are runway-inspired — but not in the way you’d think. They’re my counterpoint to some of the more ridiculous spring trends. For …
Gone are the days of dark outerwear — this season has a fresher take on winter warmth! From moto to trench and faux fur to fleece, my favorite coat styles …
Last summer must have gotten lost in the ether because I don’t remember buying a single dress. And a look in my closet confirms it — my collection of cute …
ModCloth may not be our top source for cute dresses anymore, but the once-cool retro retailer still has some stylish bargains and near-constant sales. The sale that’s on now, for …
If I could, I’d look like Olivia Pope every day. Even after Scandal’s seven-season run has ended, she’s still one of the fiercest characters on TV. Pope, played by Kerry …
Can you believe it?! Drop waist dresses are back! Learn how to wear the latest iteration of this style without looking like you’re going to a costume party.
There’s a reason that long-sleeve dresses exist. That reason is spring. By the time March rolls around, we’ve bundled for too long (unless you live in Florida or California) and …
The shark bite dress — also known as a dress with a handkerchief hem — is visually interesting, generally flattering and also perfect for warm, sticky summer days. You’ll want one in …
Is there anything cuter than a matching set for you and your little? Yeah, we don’t think so either. And, the newest crop of mommy and me fashions is downright …
If all of your girlfriends have gone silent, they may be immersed in the Nordstrom Anniversary Sale. It’s Nordy’s biggest sale of the year, and Early Access Week of the …
Something we do pretty often? Check the ‘gram for of-the-moment style ideas that are as chic as they are inspiring. You never know when you’ll find a look you wouldn’t …
Ah, summer. That means slippin’ into sandals, driving with the windows down and, of course, enjoying the tradition of a great summer picnic. But before you start making your famous …
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 …
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 …
Staying stylish can seem impossible when you’re running your own crazy schedule — let alone an entire family’s on top of that. Finding the time to get out and shop …
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 …
Outfit specs: Occasion: Weekend work functions Body type: Petite, hourglass Style: Bold and creative Budget: Under $75 Pieces: I.N.C. Petite Striped Midi Wrap Dress, $44.75 (on sale now), Macy’s Ardene …
Outfit specs: Occasion: Every day Body type: Athletic build Style: Simple and casual Budget: Under $235 Pieces: Bearpaws (the UGG style boots), $60, Famous Footwear Mercato Black Fuzzy Faux Fur …
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 …
Outfit specs: Occasion: Wherever Body type: Petite, athletic build Style: Bold and creative Budget: Under $100 Pieces: Petite Shaggy Coat, $27, Missguided Sequined Cami, $17, ASOS High-Waisted Striped Pants, $50, …
Outfit specs: Occasion: Party Body type: Petite Style: Subtle and sophisticated Budget: Under $155 with shoes Pieces: Alex Evening Rosette Sheath Dress, $55, Nordstrom Aldo Silver Pump, $50, Nordstrom Rack …
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 …
Outfit specs: Occasion: Party Body type: Hourglass Budget: Under $150 with shoes Pieces: Snake Print Belted Woven Maxi Dress, $56 Mayetta Slingback Pump, $90
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 …
Outfit specs: Occasion: Every day Body type: Slim, athletic build Budget: Under $75 Pieces: Faux Fur Trim Moto from Forever21, $28 Octavia Printed Sweater, $17
Outfit specs: Occasion: Office holiday party Body type: Petite, pear-shaped Budget: Under $75 Pieces: Polka dot wrap dress from ASOS, $55 Druzy necklace from Target, $16 Add basic black pumps …
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 …
It starts innocently enough. You’re browsing for the perfect dress — The One, really — for your special event, when you happen upon Rent the Runway. The company touts a …
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 …
Doing right by stripes is a job for a sartorial champ — or at least someone who understands the intricacies of sleek lines and the ways they play best with …
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!
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 …
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 …
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 …
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 …
Need an adaptable wardrobe that still works for you through weight change? Here’s how. It’s standard for many women to experience weight change, either throughout the month or over the …
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 …
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 …
Welcome the sunshine and balmy temperatures with a new dress. Summer is the perfect time to introduce a casual occasion dress or two to your wardrobe and there are plenty …
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 …
Who says bold pops of color are the end-all, be-all of style? Neutral color clothing too can be trendy and sophisticated when coordinated in a purposeful way. Plus, fashion gals …
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 …
Finally decided to embrace the shirt dress? Great choice! Every woman should have at least one in her wardrobe. The shirt dress creates the perfect semi-casual look for spring and …
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 …
With his distinguished sports-luxe aesthetic, Michael Kors (pronounced: My-Kal Ko-ors) is one of the world’s best known fashion designers. The New York-based entrepreneur focuses mainly on midrange women’s fashion, but …
“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 — …
So much more than a skinny strip of material, the belt can play a starring role in your wardrobe. It adds color, texture, and interest to an otherwise simple ensemble. …
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 …
I know I’m not alone when I get an invitation to a beach wedding and say, “YAAASSS!” And then, the very next thought is “what the heck am I going …
Khloe Kardashian has been quoted on her love of the leopard print, and we gotta say, who can blame her? I know the vibrant big-cat pattern gets overused in bodycon …
With superstorms, Arctic blasts and rain popping up all over the place, it’s safe to say we’re waiting not-so-patiently for warmer spring weather. Yeah, it’s only January and we’re not even halfway through winter …
As the prom season approaches, you’re going to want to do everything you can to find the perfect dress for the occasion. Whether your gal pals show it or not, …
Black was the color of the evening for the Golden Globes, but celebrities showed a fuller fashion range at the 2018 Critics’ Choice Awards. Our fav leading ladies dazzled in …
Ahh, New Year’s Eve. For a party girl, it’s the most anticipated “night out” of the year, even though it usually fails to live up to the hype. The morning …
Why do you care about trench coat and sweater dress outfits? Because although being creative with your style is super fun, there are days when you need to save your …
There’s a crisp nip in the air that can only signal one thing: winter weather has arrived. And since you’d rather your appendages not suffer from frostbite, or even frost-nibble, …
Leave the little black blazer to winter fetes and NYE, because there’s a new office-wear essential in the mix. It’s the check blazer, and every fashion lover needs one. In …
Halloween is everyone’s favorite time to dress up, but for a fashion girl? It’s just another day to play with clothes. So let’s be real — why would we want …
So I’m walking through DSW — which was wholly my husband’s idea by the way — and I see an entire row dedicated to what I’ll call statement sneakers. Sneakers …
Don’t worry, this isn’t just another post prodding you to “put a leather on it.” (Which, admittedly, we do love!) But those stylish slips and sundresses you’ve stockpiled all summer …
Summer may be over, but the floral trend that exploded last spring is still alive and kicking. Those big, bold prints we flaunted all over town are transitioning into a …
Breast Cancer Awareness month is here again, and it’s time to refocus our support for this terrible disease. Sadly, history tells us that one in eight women will be diagnosed …
The boot is back. We’re not talking about sleek, sexy boots either (though we like those too). This season, it’s all about the chunky lug boot — the footwear that’s …
What do Pippa and Kate Middleton, Reese Witherspoon and Beyonce have in common? I so wish I could say they’re collaborating on a Thelma & Louise remake, but that’s not …
The bralette is soft, lightweight, and easy to layer under t-shirts and blouses. If you crave an alternative to a stiff bra, the bralette is your answer. Most of them …
My Instagram feed is ruled by beautiful and stylish people. And most of the time, it’s inspiring — I see looks I’d love to try and places I’d love to …
I’m not gonna lie — jumpsuits are hard to wear. They involve the same challenges you have finding a one-piece bathing suit that fits. The torso is too long or …
I’m willing to bet there’s an outdated etiquette book that scoffs at the idea of women wearing any kind of trouser to a wedding, but who follows old-school etiquette anymore anyway? …
Clothes aren’t the only thing you want to shed when summer turns up the heat. Accessories, too, can use a summer overhaul. And the first thing to go, for comfort’s …
Even the most uninvolved shopper knows the basics of buying summer — you’re after lighter shades and lighter fabrics to beat the heat. For the average consumer, this means comfy and breathable cotton …
The phrase ‘elastic waistband’ always makes me think of shapeless, soft denim pants you might see your crazy aunt wearing. There’s nothing wrong with those baggy, pull-up trousers, but they …
Prom feels like the biggest night of your life, which makes choosing from the tons of gorgeous prom dresses out there today almost as hard as your geometry final. We know …
Budget brides, this is a guest post from our friends at Devotion Dresses. We asked the Devotion Dresses team for their best tips on wedding dress shopping for the discerning …
Congratulations to you, Mother of the Bride! Your daughter’s big day is on the calendar, and you’re playing a leading role in the memory-making. Oh, and the photo-taking, too, which …
It’s almost time for Valentine’s Day, so here’s to getting a head start on your date night attire! A common challenge in choosing date night dresses is finding that balance …
Surprise! The 90s are back — fashionably speaking, anyways. We wouldn’t have predicted this one either. Had you told us in the 2000s that the 90s fashion trend would be …
Confession time. I just bought a faux leather moto jacket from Forever21 for $40. Oh yes and I’m over 40. Seems like I may have broken one, maybe two of those ‘rules’ …
Cookie Lyon of Empire is the fiercest female character on TV right now, and her over-the-top, power fashion sense is always inspiring. With Empire Season 2 just out on DVD and Empire …
At New York Fashion Week this year, Artistix inspired us with solid-color jumpsuits and rompers — the stuff low-maintenance fashionistas live for! Even better, this collection makes us feel like summer weather …
The Jeremy Scott SS17 collection at New York Fashion Week brought vibrant hues, big hair, and fearless prints to the runway this fall. If you love to rock a splash of color …
When it comes to women’s work shirts, the trim and tailored white button-down is known to clock some serious mileage. As a neutral staple, it makes dressing for the office as easy as …
Content sponsored by Tahari ASL. All opinions are my own. I suspect my millennial daughters aren’t really sure what a cocktail dress is. Once a formal staple of the wealthy woman’s closet, the …
Anisha Bhasin Mukherjee is a busy girl. She’s the co-founder of Dress for the Day, a website and mobile app that curates streetstyle fashion looks for occasion, weather, personal style and budget. She’s …
Ladies, this is a sponsored post, which means compensation was provided by Zenni Optical. Rest assured, all opinions are my own. Fashion is not trivial. It is a large part …
No one does cool-girl summer style quite like French fashion houses, but if you’re reading this right now, you’re probably not looking to pay those high-end prices. And who could blame you? …
Before we tackle prom fashion, let’s take a look back in time. When I did prom, most girls bought their pouffy princess ball gowns from the same over-priced bridal shop. …
Fashionistas, the folks at Romwe.com recently reached out to me and asked if I’d try out their website and product. After reviewing the site and being impressed with the selection and pricing, I decided …
There’s a direct correlation between the clouds parting and your plans heating up. Everyone’s much more excited to get out and keep busy when the days are “longer” and look …
Former Disney star Zendaya Coleman has become a regular on front rows at fashion weeks around the globe, thanks to her killer sense of style. The young actress may still …
If you’re slightly smaller in stature, it is tricky to find pieces to flatter your proportions perfectly. For those of us under 5’3″, we face too-generous leg-lengths and tops and dresses that are …