10 DIY Beauty Techniques to Learn Now
According to Statista, the beauty industry is worth over $571 billion. That’s probably not surprising when you consider the price of cosmetics and beauty treatments. As an example, a professional …
According to Statista, the beauty industry is worth over $571 billion. That’s probably not surprising when you consider the price of cosmetics and beauty treatments. As an example, a professional …
In my book, Halloween is one of the best holidays in existence. It’s got something for everybody — do you like costumes? Are you obsessed with candy? Or maybe you …
I just shared my picks for summer pedicure colors — and then realized that my DIY pedicure post was grossly outdated. Oops! So, here’s the fix: An all-new at-home pedicure …
WFH, day 4,875. Or is that week four? Whatever the case, it’s likely that you’re also counting the days until you can get a professional root touch-up. That meme about …
I love step hem jeans. I love them with pumps, with booties, with sneakers. They’re a nice change-up on the old crop pant, and at my age, they even feel …
The desire for supple, healthy, glowing skin is one that many women have — but only a few take the initiative to work at it. The array of easily accessible, natural ingredients …
Sometimes all the carb-cutting, low-fat, high-veggie and workout everyday prescriptions just don’t do the trick. These are the moments that the cleanse was made for—but what if you don’t want …
Just about thinking last year’s sweaters are taking up too much space in your closet? Before you donate or toss them, consider a little DIY craft magic to add color, …
Turkey, stuffing, mashed potatoes, and pumpkin pie…Who doesn’t love Thanksgiving? If you’re like me, for the past week you’ve had visions of gravy flowing through your head, but as we …
Guess what? You can stop paying $20 for a special hair conditioner full of chemicals. Because you can make it yourself for a lot less. DIY beauty products are the …
Zippers are zig zagging on everything this season, from jeans to shirts to high-heeled eye poppers! A zipper is an easy way to make your outfit sing, like wearing animal …
Keeping your complexion moisturized and radiant when the weather is rainy, cold and windy is definitely a challenge to say the least. Luckily, you don’t have to make a spa …
You should exfoliate your skin at least once a week — or twice if you have the time. A good exfoliation makes your skin feel and look brighter and it …
Sometimes I’ll do manicures that are so complicated they literally take me the better part of the day to complete. Take my “famous paintings manicure,” for example, which depicts Van …
I’m a major proponent of purchased pedicures. I love walking into a salon and having some other person work his or her magic on my little tootsies. All that scrubbing …
With budgets tighter than ever, it’s a tough time for brides who want their dream wedding but don’t have a dream bank account to back it up. But as every …
The following is a guest post from our friends at I Spy DIY. December is officially here which means that holiday party season is upon us! For my December I …
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: …
Has broken-down hair been stressing you out? You’re losing sleep at night wondering how to repair damaged hair, right? We feel your pain — but there is no need to …
Most of us have a few old sweaters laying around that either don’t fit or just aren’t attractive to us anymore. Instead of throwing them out, why not give them …
If you want comfort outdoors you could buy these lovely Pottery Barn, striped pillows for $29 each. Or, you could make your own using a repurposed vinyl tablecloth such as …
Since deep blues are supposedly the look this year, get creative by incorporating them in your crafts. The Fanciful Pear (which is now no more) used to sell mosaic picture …
The Spring/Summer 2024 runways have long been over. As always, they’ve left behind thousands of clothing, accessory, and jewelry style ideas for budget fashionistas to dream about, and for fast …
Ugh, acne scars. Even if you’ve found a regimen to keep pimples at bay, past breakouts have a way of hanging around — in the form of scarring. At best, …
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 …
Love that shiny, durable finish of a gel manicure, but hate the hassle? I hear ya. Every time I get a gel manicure, I’m like, wow, my nails look amazing. …
Ready to host your best New Year’s Eve party ever? Whether you have a standing date with friends and family on December 31 or you’re doing something extra this year, …
For the green fashionista in your life, here are 12 all natural beauty gifts designed to pamper and hydrate. And, bonus for you, they’re all priced under $40! These personal …
Street style fashion is about embracing your individuality and expressing it with your clothes. You make the rules here, so it’s an ideal fashion strategy if you are: This doesn’t …
Can we talk about varicose veins? I know a good number of you are in my demographic — we’ll call ourselves mature fashionistas. Those varicose veins start to become more …
Earlier this year, we asked wedding experts to share their best money-saving wedding tips. If you were in the throes of planning, you hopefully used those strategies to rein in …
We all love that little thrill we get from finding an amazing dress on the cheap — but sometimes a fashionista’s wants are bigger than her wallet. What’s a girl …
Spring has sprung (finally!). And with the season of renewal comes a whole slew of enticing beauty gifts that are sure to put a smile on anyone’s face. We love …
If you’re old enough, you might remember the days when women mostly bought bras at department stores. You browsed the same-old, same-old brands and took home the options that were …
Moms and dads may not need this list of trending toys — because their kids are already vocal about what they want. But if you’re an aunt, uncle, or grandparent, …
Why be the sexy fill-in-the blank this Halloween like everyone else? It’s just so cliché to be a slutty-this or a slutty-that. Also, it’s mildly offensive that bearing all is …
Editor’s Note: This post covers the Amazon Prime Early Access Sale that happened in October 11 and 12. Come back in October of 2023 to see this year’s deals! You …
Budget Fashionista has been covering Kohl’s Simply Vera Vera Wang collection since at least 2010. The line-up has long provided stylish penny watchers with wearable apparel, handbags, shoes, and jewelry. …
The weather isn’t the only thing heating up this season. Now that we can see full, mask-less human faces again, makeup is back in style — and hotter than ever. …
There are a lot — and I mean a LOT — of hair care products out there. Trying to find the right one for your hair can be overwhelming. And …
What’s a budget fashionista’s hack for updating her style for season for less than $10? Nail polish. And, since we’ve hit the unofficial start to summer and the sandals are …
Zoom has become a household name in the past year, and we’re not better off for it. Staring at ourselves constantly provides way too many opportunities to be self-critical. I’m …
Labeling clothing is a back-to-school topic — and here we are, talking about it in the spring. I guess that’s just another piece of weirdness that came out of 2020. …
Apartment decorating is both exciting and overwhelming. When I move into a new place, I’m always compelled to “make it my own” — as quickly as possible. I rearrange furniture …
Dry hair is the worst. I mean, your hair is your crowning achievement — it literally sits on top of your head. And those tresses actually do more than frame …
In winter, nail trends can bring some spice to your life — for just a few bucks, too. But keeping up with what’s hot in nails can be chore. For …
When you’re short on cash, you could manage the style transition to fall by teaming last year’s jeans and puffer vest with your summer tops — but what’s the fun …
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 …
If your skin’s been looking a little bit lackluster lately, it could be due to… well, let’s just say this list is loooong. We’re talking about stress, dehydration, lack of …
In normal times, our hands go through a lot on a daily basis. But these are not normal times. We have coronavirus spreading around the world, and washing your hands …
We love the gorgeous moms in our lives. And we’re equally drawn to their more public equivalent, the hard-working mommy bloggers who prove a busy life doesn’t require you to sacrifice fashion fun. Here are five who stand out for their great sense of style.
As temperatures plummet, you may notice that your face feels drier and loses some of its normal vibrancy. You aren’t imagining things—cold air, hot showers, and low humidity work in …
Home is a name, a word, it is a strong one; stronger than magician ever spoke, or spirit ever answered to, in the strongest conjuration. Charles Dickens Home is the …
Ô, Sunlight! The most precious gold to be found on Earth. Novelist Roman Payne Summer sunshine gets us outside to enjoy our beaches, lakes, parks and yards. It warms us …
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. …
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 …
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 …
Summer break is crawling its way to an end, and you’re getting antsy to shuttle the kids back to school. Whether your summer days have been spent checking junior into …
Creating your most alluring eye with makeup isn’t just about the products or colors you use. It’s about knowing your eye shape and using clever application tricks to enhance that …
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 …
With fashionistas everywhere embracing the ‘fresh face’ trend this season, a glowing complexion is a must. All we have to say is, thank the beauty gods for the modern generation …
The bad news about getting serious with beauty is that the products cost a lot. You can easily burn through several hundred dollars in a single shopping trip just to buy …
A good cocktail dress (or two!) is a must-have for formal to semi-formal events. You can buy one or easily make a cute, girly cocktail dress. If you go the buying …
Thank you to RoC Skincare for sponsoring this post. All opinions are my own. The holiday party season is about to kick off, which means it’s time for a refresher …
Somewhere, sometime, beauty has become the fall-back gift for girls. Whether it was Lip Smackers chapstick packs during our pint-sized years, Bath & Body Works lotions and shower gels during …
It’s past the middle of October, which means the clock is ticking towards Halloween. If you don’t have your dress-up outfit planned yet, it’s almost time to give into a …
Hair loss in women. It’s one of those nasties of life we don’t like to talk about. For whatever reason, there’s a lingering, dated and inaccurate sense that only men go bald. …
The holiday of love is almost here. And that means you’re likely consumed with either (1) finding the perfect gift for that special someone, or (2) determining how you’ll avoid …
New year, new you, right? Tossing out the sugar and hitting the treadmill is fine and dandy, but your health isn’t limited to just diet and fitness. Going clean and …
Welcome to the second in our Dress Like the Best (Over 40 Edition) series! Today we’re celebrating Cate Blanchett style — Cate is 47 years young, a Taurus, acclaimed Australian …
It is by no means cold yet, but even California girls like Kendall and Gigi have begun working outerwear into their routines. And what’s the one trend that seems to be on …
If there’s one thing to say about silhouette trends, it’s that they unfold in sweeping multitudes. Think back to the start of any iconic style — baggy jeans, cigarette pants, …
Spring is here in all of its sunny, warming glory. If you’re like me, there’s only one thing on your mind — getting outdoors as soon as possible to soak up the season of …
There’s always some beauty craze that sounds insane — until you see the results. Cue eyelash extensions, another beautifully over-the-top service spawned from the full-glam makeup trend. Eyelash extensions guarantee your eyes …
When the supermarket starts stocking up on roses and romantic balloon bouquets, you know V day is right around the corner. In this girl’s honest opinion, Valentine’s Day is so …
Maybe you’ve already subbed coconut oil for something in your culinary pursuits, or maybe you’re adding a spoonful to your morning coffee for an energy boost. But the real magic …
Anyone with an Instagram account has seen them. The bronzed beauties, seemingly all from Australia, looking effortlessly fit, fabulous and practically glowing. And what’s in the hand of these modele-sque …
Budget beauty is essential in this hard economy. Even if you’ve been buying generic beauty products for years, inflation has raised prices so much that cheap stuff isn’t cheap anymore. …
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 …
I asked wedding and finance experts to share their best money saving wedding tips, and some of their responses will surprise you. Read on for 19 ways to save money …
Commercials and magazine ads will tell us that it takes cutting-edge research and tech advances to slow down the aging process. And sure, it’s exciting to think that some scientist …
Yep, parting is hard, but don’t fret. Here are five things you can do with your roses before you toss ’em! 1. Wrapping paper/cards. Once you master drying rose petals, …
New sweater? Great! Olive oil smudges on it? Not so great. The fix to keeping stylish outfits stylish while whipping something up in the kitchen? Awesome aprons, of course! Whether we’re hosting a …
It’s that time of year when local coffee shops start rolling out their pumpkin chai spiced lattes, when temperatures fluctuate between “Are-you-sure-summer-isn’t-over?” and “Yes-it’s-definitely-over,” and when the holidays are just …
At this stage in life, you probably are pretty clued into your astrological sign, and perhaps even what it means for your personality. Like Gemini–it’s kind of true that you’ve taken multitasking …
A few weeks ago, I was in the kitchen mashing garlic potatoes for a tasty dinner when — all of a sudden — I experienced the traumatic event that is …
As much as we like huge shopping malls, we can’t help but miss the excitement of checking out charming little specialty shops in town and buying stuff that not every …
We’re pretty lucky to be fashionistas in this day and age since there are tons of new products and techniques for us to try with respect to our manicures. Of …
The following is a guest post from our friends at I Spy DIY. Photo by Tommy Ton I am in love with color oxfords, and painting on a bright sole …
We all know that olive oil is wonderful and healthy for us to cook with, but what about its other uses? Here are seven ways to use that $6.99 bottle …
Inspired by Mara Hoffman’s Spring 2012 line, I became obsessed with making a statement tribal necklace — knowing it would be the perfect accessory for my upcoming trips to LA …
The following is a guest post from our friends at I Spy DIY. While in the fashion closet at work last week, I came across these fun bungee cord bracelets, …
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 …
The following is a guest post from our friends at I-Spy DIY. Check out this tutorial from Jenni on how to make your own leather bracelet. Tutorial: DIY Leather Bracelet …
Aprons are a fun and fabulous way of staying clean and adding style to your daily routine. From the garden to the garage and the kitchen, aprons can protect you …
It’s not every day we take a fashion cue from Kanye West. But once upon a time, the rapper wowed us when he hit the stage at the MTV Video …
The following is a guest post from our friends at I Spy DIY. The amazing Jenni got together with a few friends during the hurricane that hit the east coast …
This week Jenni puts together a DIY project inspired by the waist packs (aka Fanny Packs) shown on Diane Von Furstenberg’s spring/summer 2011 runway. The updated fanny pak, is the …
Rhinestones and crystals are having a moment this season, so it’s the right time to add some bling to your accessory collection. If you prefer making your own to shopping …
Clothing swaps online were popular during the last recession — but many of those online trading venues have gone by the wayside. Apparently the business value of clothing swaps is …