DIY Diamond Hoop Earrings
The following is a guest post from our friends at I Spy DIY. Jenni share a fun DIY on how to make your own diamond earrings. Steps and supplies. Supplies: …
The following is a guest post from our friends at I Spy DIY. Jenni share a fun DIY on how to make your own diamond earrings. Steps and supplies. Supplies: …
When memories of cold winter days are quickly fading, there’s no better buy for the fashionista than trendy spring accessories. This is the time your closet is full of garments …
Thank you to Diamonds USA for sponsoring this post. All opinions are my own. Searching for interesting engagement rings for women? Check your feeds. Celebrities are at the forefront of …
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 …
Oh! How many torments lie in the small circle of a wedding ring. English actor Colley Cibber commented on the torments of the wedding ring centuries before it became fashionable …
When Prince Williams announced his engagement to his long-time girlfriend, Kate Middleton, the fashion world went ga-ga over her sapphire and diamond engagement ring, once owned by William’s mother, Princess …
Hand accessories are a budget fashionista’s secret weapon. A jingly bracelet stack or a flashy cocktail ring on an index finger can carry your style — even when the rest …
Want to look like a million bucks when you’ve only got 10? Chin up, girl, because it can be done! And it doesn’t have to involve wearing giant cubic zirconia …
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 …
You’ve been dropping carefully orchestrated, subtle hints to your man for months (5 months, 22 days, and 5 hours, but who’s counting?), and you always make sure to “pass by” …
Ah, the joys of buying in bulk. It makes perfect sense when it comes to Advil and pistachios, but clothing? Most people join Costco to buy 36 rolls of toilet …
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 …
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 …
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 …
With interest rates going up again, you’re smart to cut back on credit card purchases. But life still presents the need to buy stuff. You might have an invite from …
Figuring out how to dress for a cocktail party can be challenging. Back in the day, there were clear rules. Ladies wore knee-length skirts with gloves, for example. But modern …
A few easy jewelry styling tips can overhaul your whole sense of style. Seriously! I harp on this (maybe too much), but style doesn’t have to involve huge price tags …
Tick-tock people. Valentine’s Day is almost here and if you haven’t snagged a gift for that special someone in your life yet, well, you might be stuck with the last …
It’s always a wonderful idea to shop used for holiday dresses — considering they’re not part of your regular rotation and you may only wear them once or twice a …
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 …
Sex in the City character Carrie Bradshaw famously said, “I like my money right where I can see it…hanging in my closet.” While I get Bradshaw’s perspective, I have a …
Splurge buys? At a time when unemployment is off the charts, and our nation is working through some major economic and social issues? Yes, I’m talking about fashion splurges — …
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 …
You don’t have to live in New York or L.A. to experience the wonder of a sample sale. Even if you do live in the Big Apple, it’s probably still …
From the catwalk to the kitchen, there are rules of style. These are the dos and don’ts that can guide you to choosing just the right home accessory or garment …
The name alone is enough to conjure images of the famed double G logo and sleek, timeless accessories. Yet Gucci is so much more. The Italian luxury fashion house is …
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 …
Unicorn nails and halo eyebrows are beauty trends destined to die out. But makeup that’s made without harming animals? It’s a trend that’s quietly turned into a mainstream movement — …
Fall might make you think matte neutrals — but before you pull out the Urban Decay Naked palette, hear us out! There’s no better time for drama and glamour than …
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 …
Switch, a jewelry subscription / rental service, offered me a free trial in exchange for my feedback. What follows is my honest review. It was Elizabeth Taylor who said, “big girls …
This post is sponsored by DiscountGlasses.com. All opinions are my own. We talk a lot about proportions here at Budget Fashionista. Having balance in your outfit, makeup or your eyewear lets your …
Yeah, yeah, I know what you’re thinking. Tying your tresses up into a scarf isn’t new, I get it. But when was the last time you rocked one? Yes, this is less an emerging new …
In fashion, inspiration is everything. Designers thrive on inspiration, as do we day-to-day fashionistas. And this is why we are sharing the wearable runway fashion trends we saw on the autumn/winter 2016 …
You’re wondering how to recycle a bridesmaid dress because you have too many silk taffeta bombs hiding in your closet, right? Yup, we all have them. There’s a reason those …
BYOB? Keep your wine bottle as stylish as you are. In other words, skip the brown paper bag wrapped around your fave Chardonnay and instead, choose pretty wine totes. Seriously, meeting your …
Figuring out what to wear to a winter wedding can be tricky. It’s too cold for the strapless and sleeveless dresses you wore to your summer weddings. Yet, you don’t …
Costco or Sam’s Club? Often, the choice between the two warehouses comes down to location. But if you’re fortunate enough to have a Costco and a Sam’s Club within driving …
This should be welcome news: You can save a lot of your follow-the-trends, shopping dollars and reduce your overall clothing budget this season. How? By simply reaching into your closet …
The best fashion trends have staying power. They may drop away from the limelight for a time, but they always come back, better than ever — more wearable and more …
Dear Budget Fashionista, I have a wedding to attend in late June and I found a black dress with small white polka dots that I love. Can I wear black …
When we think of Black Hollywood of old, Dorothy Dandridge stands out as one of its brightest shining stars. She was style personified. She had an air of glamour in …
The half-up/half-down hairstyle has always been my go-to look for many reasons. First, let’s face it– I can’t stand it when my hair gets in my face. I’ve tried, ladies, …
Halloween’s almost here (geez, can you believe it?). So it’s tough to think of easy halloween costume ideas that won’t destroy your Black Friday shopping budget, right? I mean, dropping $70 …
At a time when prestige, mass and salon products were sold through distinct channels like department stores, drug stores and spas, Ulta showed up and changed the game of beauty. …
There’s so much fashion inspiration to be attained from our favorite celebs this week that our stylish heads are spinning. Blake Lively gives us a lesson in mixing hues (she …
Dear Budget Fashionista, What are the best places for bargain shopping in Las Vegas? Personally, I think the best places to do real bargain shopping in Las Vegas is at …