The Duster Cardigan: How to Wear It
Ah, the duster cardigan. It’s an elegant take on a classic fall layering piece. And they’re so fun to wear, too. There’s just something about this silhouette that makes me …
Ah, the duster cardigan. It’s an elegant take on a classic fall layering piece. And they’re so fun to wear, too. There’s just something about this silhouette that makes me …
Fashion and style are dominated by visual elements — a ruffle at the neckline or an interesting animal print around the waist. But there’s another player that can emulate your …
Soon enough, we’ll be able to lose the scarves and puffy coats in favor of lighter pieces. That’s right, spring is fast upon us — and we’ll want some fresh …
Learning how to look rich on a budget is a primary goal of any Budget Fashionista. But whether you keep your fashion budget tidy because you’d rather spend your money …
Thank the fashion gods: Cozy knits are trending during this unusually cold and wet winter. And when it comes to knits, wool is the gold standard. Whether you’re a merino …
What to wear to the office holiday party? Fashion experts from Karen Miller and Boohoo share the trends that could earn you the most stylish coworker award at this year’s …
If comfort is your priority in fashion, the trends have shifted your way. Get ready to embrace cozy girl style, an aesthetic that welcomes layers, luxe fabrics, and relaxed fits. …
The TV show “Gilligan’s Island” featured two very distinct versions of female style: sweet country girl Mary Ann and glamorous, leading lady Ginger. Can you imagine Mary Ann donning one …
In search of the best gifts for her in 2023? Here are my top picks — 28 clever and thoughtful gift ideas for her, spanning the categories of beauty, fashion, …
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 …
If you have holiday travel plans on the calendar, you’re facing enough stress without having to worry about what to wear while traveling. Once you step out the front door …
Let’s talk about fall outfits for women. Over the summer months, your jeans, leggings, and sweaters gradually shift to the back of your closet. As such, now that we’re eyeing …
The Fenwick designer sale is happening now. And that means you can scoop up some nice investment pieces without spending the usual fortune associated with designer labels. Sadly, Fenwick does …
Let’s talk about how to wear chunky loafers. Because this style’s been trending for long enough that it’s edging towards classic status. And that means we can all invest in …
Need a summer pick-me-up to take your mind off the heat? That’s as good a reason as any to indulge in some budget shopping focused on summer 2023 fashion trends. …
Alright, folks. The summer shopping season is here! This is the week of BIG summer fashion and beauty deals anchored by Amazon Prime Day and the Nordstrom Anniversary Sale. Fashion …
How to style a midi dress? In truth, calf-length dresses are super wearable. The right midi should be effortlessly flattering and stylish. Still, there are a couple reasons why you …
Since we’re in the full swing of spring, let’s talk spring fashion for women over 60. If you haven’t added a few new pieces to your wardrobe lately, you’re either …
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 …
Wherever you’re jet-setting off to, you want to look your best on your honeymoon! And you know what that means: You’re going to put a lot of energy into planning …
Shout out to shapewear brand Popilush, the sponsor of this guide on how to style a bodysuit. Popilush bodysuits are featured below to demonstrate these styling strategies. Please also see …
Stella McCartney, Chloe, Bottega Veneta, and Bruno Cucinelli will have you spend hundreds on a pair of clogs this season. Too bad your shoe purchase does not come with a …
The Walmart Free Assembly brand came to be in 2020 — when most of us were still wearing joggers topped with work blouses every day. In the launch release, Walmart …
Did you know the holiday season starts now? That’s right — retailers are eager to get you into a shopping frenzy, so they’re using Labor Day sales to get the …
Kylie Jenner and Megan Thee Stallion have recently rocked the sheer trend — but you might not consider catsuits and naked dresses as wearable for your lifestyle. Thankfully, there is …
In honor of World Wildlife Day (March 3), let’s talk animal prints! Animal prints are a high-risk, high-reward style element. A leopard spot or tiger stripe can look amazing, edgy, …
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 …
Vera Wang made herself famous with a nonchalant approach to style and luxury. The native New Yorker has a history of designing clothes that are easy — easy to love, …
The clock is ticking! If you’re still on the hunt for the perfect gift for the fashionista in your life, you don’t have a ton of time — but you …
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 …
We’re staring down the end of summer — that time of year we normally put away our florals and reach for the normal fall fashion colors. These are the burgundies, …
H&M is known for its trendy and affordable styles. But the fast-fashion chain isn’t solely for the young crowd. This season’s new collection in particular is as mature as it …
I’m not ashamed to say that I have a love/hate relationship with clearance racks and online clearance pages. On the one hand, they offer the very best deals on clothes. …
Shopping fashionista gifts this year? Buying for style mavens can be among the biggest of your holiday challenges. They, like you, are particular about what they wear. And worse, it …
Did you embrace the loungewear craze of 2020? I certainly did, to the point that the only items in my rotation were joggers, shorts, and t-shirts. Occasionally, I’d step up …
Are you ready for cooler, shorter days? Yeah, me either. The transition seasons of fall and spring are problematic for a budget fashionista — the styles change as much as …
The calendar says its nearly Labor Day, but I don’t quite believe it. The summer is coming to a close, and too soon at that. If you love the summer …
Taking an ethical, slow fashion stance on style means more than wearing the occasionally recycled garment — although that’s an excellent start. A good next step is a commitment to …
It’s when summer’s in full swing that you might realize you don’t have fashionable dresses to wear to weekend parties and dinner with your gal pals. But if school’s almost …
With the news that J. Crew has filed for bankruptcy, it may be only a matter of time until some of your favorites are no longer available. While bankruptcy in …
If you’re proudly living that pajama life right now, well…we can’t really blame you. Life generally is crazy at the moment, so you can’t be blamed for going the hyper-relaxed …
With so many more of us now working from home, it can be a major mental adjustment when it comes to figuring out what to wear. After all, home is …
We all know and adore the fashion classics. They’re those ever-reliable pieces that give you a boost when you don’t quite know what to wear. They work well both in …
If ever there was a retailer synonymous with the now beloved designer collaboration, it’s Target. Target designer collaborations have earned a cult following, thanks to the brand’s knack for linking …
Clothes for college don’t have to be fancy. You’re not in high school anymore, and the vibe is totally different. Here are 4 strategies to win the style game.
If you’re willing to let Old Navy’s spotty plus-size strategy slide, here are seven must-haves of the moment from the online shop.
The holidays generally destroy my workout schedule and my healthy eating habits. By the time Jan. 1 rolls around, I’m sooo ready to hit the gym and eat buckets of …
Thank you to Autumn Cashmere for sponsoring this post. All opinions are my own. A good sample sale may be the highlight of a budget fashionista’s year. Sure, you have …
Thank you to The Urge for sponsoring this post. All opinions are my own. If you’re headed home for the holiday season, you have a lot to anticipate: home-cooked meals, …
This might blow your mind, but here goes. A slip dress is a masterful transitional piece. Sure, the sinewy straps and lightweight fabric position the slip dress as a summertime-only …
Cropped sweaters are among the garments that tend to look really cute and stylish on celebrities, but seem decidedly less practical in the real world. But they’re out there, taking …
Fashion enthusiasts may remember the demise of Scoop NYC, the beloved boutique that closed its doors in 2016. Since 1996, it had served a niche group of discerning clientele who …
I have a love/hate relationship with Kohl’s. What I love? Trendy, wearable styles for less. What I hate? The inconsistency. One day, I might load up my cart with options …
Mixing and matching clothes is a job some women find hard to master. Maybe you don’t have the time, energy or brainpower to spare. Or you’re too busy solving life’s …
Specs: Body type: Curvy Occasion: Work to date night Styling: Subtle and sophisticated Budget: Under $150 Pieces: Fashion Union Belted Cardigan, $51, ASOS Lilac Sleeveless Bodysuit, $13, Missguided Leather Look …
Without question, denim is a fashion mainstay. You’re as likely to have it in your closet as you are to have an LBD, a crisp white shirt or a tailored …
Ah, the luxurious feel of faux fur. It’s a trend that will never truly expire, because it’s affordable, animal-friendly and oh-so-indulgent. And as summer wanes each year, we see a …
As summer winds down, it’s as good a time as any to take a detour through the Target fashion section when you should be shopping shower curtains. Ha — who …
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 …
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 …
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 …
The kimono. It’s one of spring’s most welcome and beautiful trends. And how to wear a kimono? You can use it as a topper when a cardigan would be too …
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 …
Things are looking baggy and voluminous — and in a good way. You see, the oversized fit is having its moment, sweeping runways and racks everywhere. Don’t be alarmed by …
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 …
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 …
Having “nothing to wear” is a common problem amongst style-minded ladies. The affliction might happen suddenly — like, 75 minutes before you’re leaving for a black-tie party attended by your …
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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 …
Outfit specs: Occasion: Everyday Body type: Slim/Athletic Build Budget: Under $265 with shoes Similar Pieces: Steve Madden Slip-on Sneakers, $80 Calvin Klein MidRise Jean, $78 (or rent them from Le …
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 …
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 …
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 …
When we originally published this post in 2018, we noted that Amazon had gone into the fashion game hard. At the time, the Amazon fashion brand list included more than …
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 …
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 …
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 …
Style icons come in all ages, shapes and sizes. Kardashian matriarch Kris Jenner is the least flamboyant of her clan, and we love her for it. Whether she’s walking the …
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 …
For most of us, the holidays kick off the season of snug. Whether you’re stuck indoors after a freak storm or choosing to hole up with friends or fam for …
Thank you to Nike for collaborating on this post about cold-weather gear. All opinions are my own. Spanish novelist Miguel de Unamuno once said that man dies of coldness, not …
If you’re old enough to remember the Seinfeld episode about a pirate shirt, you know that ruffles, no matter how trendy, can go terribly wrong. Poor George destroys his promising …
Fashion is one thing, but budget fashion is quite another. It’s both a skill and a lifestyle choice/necessity to live stylishly without dropping a ton of cash. While I regularly …
We know you have a few items in your closet you’d rather not talk about. Those army boots from high school you just can’t part with. That faux leather mini …
Back in 2006, Budget Fashionista helped spread the word that Norma Kamali was launching an affordable collection for Spiegel. Maybe we’re used to that sort of thing today, but back …
Peasant skirts were trending high in 2005 — so much so that our readers stocked up on them. But one year later we received this question: Last summer I stocked …
Way back in 2005, the tunic emerged as spring’s “must-have piece.” And why not? After the crops of the ’90s, most of us were happy to see a forgiving, flow-y …
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 …
A Budget Fashionista reader asks: I am stuck wearing t-shirts and jeans to everything. I don’t feel comfortable in low neck tops or too tight of clothes. I have a fixed …
Knowing how to shop a brick-and-mortar store is different than knowing how to shop online: we tend to take the quick click route — which is the shortest amount of …
Summer’s must-have piece? The flirty, flouncy off the shoulder top, of course. And this trend isn’t just for the younger ladies. Most off shoulder tops are pretty adjustable through the shoulder …
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 …
Let’s get practical here. We’re in the throws of wedding season, and you’ve read every blog post there is about what to wear to a wedding. All those tips are …
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 …
Marcel Ostertag lit up the runway with his fall 2017/winter 2018 collection at New York fashion week. His style this season was an eclectic mix of vintage patterns, garments with …
You probably have your go-to clothing stores. But sometimes you need to shop something new, yes? I hope this list of the 43 best online women’s clothing stores will come …
At your next trip into Target, swing by the jewelry counter and check out SUGARFIX by BaubleBar. SUGARFIX arrived on Target.com and in 900 Target stores on Tuesday, January 31. SUGARFIX is a Target-exclusive …
So you’ve been summoned to jury duty. The usual reaction to that news is less than positive, but set aside those feelings for a moment. Because in that jury duty summons …