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Last Thursday on Season 16 of Project Runway, the contestants were challenged with creating a fashionable menswear-inspired look for women using fabric provided by JCPenney. The winning design is now …
Last Thursday on Season 16 of Project Runway, the contestants were challenged with creating a fashionable menswear-inspired look for women using fabric provided by JCPenney. The winning design is now …
Before Jaclyn Smith brought fashion to the style starved aisles of K-Mart, before Isaac Mizrahi helped change Target to Target (pronounced with a French Accent), the king of disco era …
Snooty fashionistas: don’t you dare diss JCPenney. With something like 1,000 stores, the retail giant sells to more than half of America’s families every year. With such impressive stats, the …
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 …
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 …
The runways tell us it’s better to have long legs vs. a long torso, but I’m not convinced. You long-torsoed ladies have a powerful (and tall) presence while sitting in …
We originally wrote this post back in 2011. But times have changed and bra fitters now work remotely too! Read on for the inside scoop on bra fit from Jenette …
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 …
For such a tiny garment, it’s amazing how complicated the swimsuit can be. I mean, we get swimsuit questions on everything from swimsuit fabrics to swimsuit shopping to swimsuit care. …
Wondering why you’ve got the Three’s Company theme song running through your head? You can blame fashion, and the groovy 1970s vibe that’s happening in your favorite clothing stores. As …
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. …
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 …
Specs: Style: Subtle and sophisticated Body type: Pear Occasion: Casual Pieces: Pilcro Corduroy High-Rise Bootcut Jeans, $39.95, Anthropologie Black Label by Evan-Picone Womens Cowl Neck Sleeveless Blouse, $27.99, JCPenney Steve …
Specs: Style: Smart casual Body type: Petite Style: Subtle and sophisticated Pieces: Worthington Boucle Jacket, $49.99, JCPenney Vince Camuto Sleeveless Rumple Blouse, $35.40, Nordstrom Kut from the Kloth Diana Skinny …
Specs: Style: Casual, everyday dresses Body type: Pear shape Style: Subtle and sophisticated Pieces (Starting from top left, clockwise): London Times Floral Dress, $89, JCPenney Chevron Textured Fit and Flare …
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 …
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 …
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 …
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 …
Outfit specs: Occasion: Every day Body type: Slim, athletic build Budget: Under $210 with shoes Pieces: Bell Sleeve Sweater with White Trim, $55 Infinity Scarf, $14 Gray Skinny Jeans, $50 …
Dear Budget Fashionista, I am very sensitive to metallic jewelry (I think it’s a nickel allergy), but I want to wear jewelry. I’m not allergic to gold, but it’s expensive …
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 …
A few decades ago, only certain women could pull off menswear with authority — Katharine Hepburn being among the best at it. Not so today. Menswear-inspired silhouettes are fairly mainstream, …
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 …
While shapewear isn’t a new invention (hello, girdles), sucker-inners have definitely come into their own in recent years. Thanks to one Sarah Blakely, innovator of Spanx, body shapers are now …
Pantone, the prevailing authority on all things color, says it’s time for a little purple reign. Ultra Violet took the Color of the Year title for 2018 and if it …
For the last decade, leggings as pants have gone from “absolutely not” to a way of life. We know that teenagers and even young adults can pull off wearing leggings …
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 …
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 …
Warm weather doesn’t stop because you’re over 50. We know shorts can be a challenging buy, though, because every store seems to carry only two options. You have the short-short, …
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 …
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 …
Saying goodbye to the cold may feel pretty satisfying, but it’s not nearly as much fun as welcoming spring with a smile and some fresh, on-trend garments. Spring is most …
Need a new perspective on your wardrobe? You’ll get it with a look at these four fabulous outfits by House of Anita Dongre, one of India’s most celebrated designers. All five looks …
The best budget shoppers always talk about finding and using coupons, but that’s easier said than done. Searching online for coupons is just plain overwhelming. You often end up on …
I’m just going to say it: being female and over 40 right now is awesome. I’ve outgrown that awkward self-consciousness, my personal style is what it is (take it or leave …
Kitten heels have gotten bad rap from style bloggers who insist women should be wearing a higher heel. But let’s face it: not everyone can pull off a 5-inch heel, …
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 …
Every year thigh-high boots (aka OTK boots) hit the shelves. And every year there are tons of fashionista souls who find themselves thinking, “I wish I could pull those off.” Well the …
Prom is a time-honored tradition that many girls look forward to from middle school on. One of the biggest perks of prom night is your chance to impress in jaw-dropping …
Back in the day (like 1988) Liz Claiborne was “dabomb.com”. The brand, founded in 1976, was one of the most successful women’s sportswear brands of the past 40 years. According …
Along with the warmer weather comes skin-baring styles like halter tops. No, we’re not talking about tops that show virtually all of our, um, Kardashians, but ones that let us show …
Many types of garments don’t provide enough plus-size options. But we can’t really say the same about plus-size jeans. There are several brands with fabulous denim options, including ASOS Curve, …
While navigating office-appropriate attire can be confusing, there’s one sure-thing: a suit always looks professional and polished. Less certain is knowing where to buy a good work suit for women. …
When it comes to earrings, it seems the pierced kind are all we think about. After all, we assume most ladies have pierced ears (I’m guilty of it myself). But what …
I still have, and use, those dinner plates from the ’70s. Those white ones with tiny olive daisies dotting the edge. Yep, they’ve got a place at my table. Bold and beautiful …
Summer is around the corner and people everywhere are getting ready to pack their bags and go on vacation! So where will you go? And once you get there, what …
Much as I love my sky-high heels and faded jeans, I don’t wear them to church. It just doesn’t feel right. To be more clear, in the “what to wear …
Nothing changes your perspective on fashion faster than a bun in the oven. I should know; I had a baby four weeks ago and so those nine months are fresh …
Deep down, every one of us kind of wants to be Kate Middleton. But not because she gets to be a princess, and not because she’s married to a prince. …
Department stores are the ultimate one-stop shop for budget fashionista needs. Filled with all the designer brands we know and love at promotional prices, these stores offer fashion, beauty, and …
When actress Jaclyn Smith debuted her Jaclyn Smith for Kmart line in 1985, many thought she would meet the same fate as the designer Halston. If you recall, the Halston …
We’ve received quite a few questions from readers regarding what US based online stores ship to Canada and other international destinations. Below is brief list of online stores that ship …
Budget Fashionista provides this summary of the JC Penney return policy for informational purposes only. These policies are subject to change. Please see the official store policy at jcpenney.com. JC …
Discount lines by top designers (known as “bridge”, “mass market” or “diffusion” lines) were once a novelty, but in recent months? It’s become a fashion trend all it’s own. While …
Khan, Naeem Pronunciation: Nah-eem- Kah-n Starting his eponymous label in 2003, Indian born fashion designer Naeem Khan combines classic glamour designs with rich embellishments. After learning about fabrics and the …
Miller, Nicole Pronounced: Na- Koal Mill-r Miller is known for mixing bold prints with very feminine cuts, resulting in trendy, yet wearable garments. She’s a big, Hollywood favorite (everyone from …