How to Shop Kohls
From its self-proclaimed humble beginnings in 1962, Kohls department store has expanded to now posses stores in 49 states. But more importantly, (for a fashionista, at least) they’ve gotten Vera …
From its self-proclaimed humble beginnings in 1962, Kohls department store has expanded to now posses stores in 49 states. But more importantly, (for a fashionista, at least) they’ve gotten Vera …
Surprise — Christmas is days away. If you haven’t finished your gift shopping yet, you’re running out of options. Not even your Amazon Prime membership can help you now. Trust …
At the first hint of spring warmth, we’re shopping capri pants. Not only are capris the gateway to skirts and shorts, they’re also the emblem of crisp, classy style — …
This post outlines nine retailers that sell affordable workout clothes for women. Finding good, affordable workout clothes can be tough. The popular athletic brands are pricey, while the cheap stuff …
Crossbody bags are ideal for spring and summer. They’re big enough for the essentials, and the long-strapped style frees your hands for fun-in-the-sun adventures. The trouble is, these warm-weather carry-alls …
Since the weather warmed up, I’ve been living in the cutest flats I bought from Famous Footwear for about $25 last year. They’re easy, comfortable, and stylish. Oh, and lace-free. …
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. …
Fashion boots are one of the great joys of winter. Like pizza, they come in so many varieties. There’s the Sorel boot, worn by Elle Macpherson and Gwen Stefani. Or …
Maybe you’d rather spend every last dollar on a vacation you can’t afford and carry your things in a garbage bag, but that’s just not practical. Even for a road …
It’s probably been a while since you last wore that your fav pair of designer shoes you picked off the clearance rack. Even your ballet flats may not have seen …
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.
Specs: Body type: Plus Pear Occasion: Wedding; Mother of the Bride Styling: Subtle and sophisticated Budget: Under $250 Pieces: XSCAPE Embellished Chiffon Gown, $164.25 (on sale), Macy’s Damara Pleated Clutch, …
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 …
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 …
Specs: Body type: Over 50 Occasion: Casual Day Styling: Subtle and sophisticated Budget: Under $100 Pieces: Sonoma Goods for Life Capris, $19, Kohl’s Caslon V-Neck T, $25, Nordstrom Steve Madden …
Ever since The Lion King premiere, “I Just Can’t Wait to be King” is on repeat in my head. And that’s a good thing. Why not brighten the day with …
To sum up the life of Gloria Vanderbilt in just a few words would not do her justice. Indeed, her story is one of true starry-eyed enigma: she was a …
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 …
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 …
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 …
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 …
It may be the most frustrating of fashion quandaries — figuring out how to wear a bra gracefully underneath a dress with an open back or a body-hugging silhouette. Yes, …
Outfit specs: Occasion: Dressed up everyday Body type: Petite, pear Style: Subtle and sophisticated Budget: Under $75 Pieces: Heart Print Velvet Top, $45 A Line Skirt, $25
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 …
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 …
Trends naturally come and go. One season you’re instructed to wear a single hue from tip to toe, the next you’re advised to rock the boldest and brightest hues of …
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 …
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 …
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 …
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 …
Summary The Budget Fashionista Summer, 2017 Shopper Survey gaged self-identified budget shoppers on how they make purchase decisions and where they prefer to shop. The majority of the survey’s 100 …
There is absolutely no reason why plus size sistas can’t be fabulous at the beach. It’s taken decades for swimwear designers to catch on to the fact that, hey, full-figured …
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 …
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 …
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 …
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 have nothing to wear!!” Holiday parties are notorious for sparking those frantic, closet-searching moments when you declare you’ve got nothing — absolutely nothing — to wear. In this case, …
If you’re a working gal and you haven’t invested in what I like to call “seasonal blazering,” then you’re missing out. What better way to take a solid colored shirt …
For those of you who aren’t familiar with the sensation of “chub rub,” believe me, you aren’t missing a thing. Chub rub, more commonly known as chafing, is when your …
Minimalism is the rage of boutique hotels and architects, of interior designers and Swedish furniture, but you don’t hear much when it comes to minimalist wardrobe. But you should. Less …
This time of year means sipping cider, picking pumpkins and (eye roll) Halloween outfits that either bare more cleavage than Kim Kardashian wearing a push-up bra, OR are so gory they’ll give kids nightmares. I say …
Chances are, ladies wearing high hemlines are more optimistic about the economy than their maxi dress wearing friends, and more likely to think the leg-baring style will be this fall’s trend. …
A reader asks: I love shoes! But I need direction on wide shoe stores. I have a bunion and need wide shoes. My size is 7w. I’m nervous about buying …
The key to finding a great cashmere piece is to understand what makes a good cashmere sweater good. Cashmere is a soft, non-itchy type of wool that originated in the …
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” …
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 it’s time to bundle up, it’s easy to get bored with the same-old, same-old outerwear, so we put together a list of the top winter coat brands on a …
When the Dana Buchman line of accessories hit Kohl’s in 2009, we weren’t impressed. Back then, we criticized the icky salmon color that the Dana Buchman line overused, the poor …