Ugly Christmas Sweaters On a Budget
Ugly Christmas sweaters have gone from a common thread to an in-demand trend. If you’re still in need of an ugly statement-maker, we have some inspiration for you! Here are …
Ugly Christmas sweaters have gone from a common thread to an in-demand trend. If you’re still in need of an ugly statement-maker, we have some inspiration for you! Here are …
Sweaters are a favorite fall and winter staple in many women’s wardrobes. But if you’re petite, the onset of cooler weather reminds you that sweaters are just not that flattering. There’s …
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 …
If you can’t stomach the price tag for a real-life luxury trench coat or hoodie, perhaps a virtual high-fashion piece is in your future. Thanks to a growing emphasis on …
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 …
Thank you to FanJackets for sponsoring this review of the brand’s quilted black leather moto jacket. All opinions are my own. The women’s moto jacket transcends trends, ages, and lifestyles. …
This post outlines seven fashion trends from last year that are still wearable in 2024 and five that are not. New year, new you. For the style-minded lady, that effort …
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, …
Tired of the same-old, same-old? When the clothes in your closet look just like the garments on store racks and webpages, it’s time to change up your shopping routine. Fortunately, …
Thank you to Chicwish for sponsoring this post. All opinions are my own. I posted a Chicwish review in 2022 which you all loved! So I’m back in 2023 with …
Here’s what you’ve been waiting for: the ever-popular Budget Fashionista fall clothing checklist. Consider it your inspiration for trend pieces that are wearable, affordable, and versatile enough to keep wearing …
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 …
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 …
Thank you to PartnerBoost for sponsoring this post. All opinions are my own. Interested in casual fashion over 50? You’re not the only one. I get lots of requests for …
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 …
Sure, we’re just putting away the knee-length puffer, but Mother’s Day is a-knocking. You have just weeks to procure meaningful gifts that’ll show appreciation to all the moms in your …
Finding clothes that fit and flatter is a challenge for any woman, but it can be even more difficult for women who wear plus sizes. It can be difficult to …
On the hunt for stylish winter outfits for women over 40? You’ve come to the right place! Winter can be a difficult season to dress for — you want to …
Here we are again — facing down another Black Friday. It’s still a few days away, but I feel like I’m late publishing the annual Black Friday sale round up. …
Charity gifts feel good and do good. They’ve also gotten way more sophisticated in recent years — meaning it’s vastly easier to find acceptable gifts for your friends and family. …
Do you remember when Googling “fall fashion for plus size ladies” returned mostly websites carrying dated, shapeless garments? Thankfully, those days are behind us. Stores like Eloquii, Wray, and Universal …
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 …
It’s been a minute since I’ve shared strategies about how to save money on clothes. But given the economic climate — inflation, lackluster stock market — the time feels right …
Thank you to Chicwish for sponsoring this post and funding my summer wardrobe overhaul. I got paid for my time, but all opinions below are genuinely mine. TLDR: You know …
Are clothes affected by inflation? Absolutely. Clothing inflation hasn’t been an issue for all of Budget Fashionista’s history, which dates to 2003. But here we are, facing this lingering budget …
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, …
A fresh start can take many forms. You could get a fresh hairdo, a new lip color, or — my favorite strategy — do some January sales shopping for a wardrobe refresh.
Holiday shopping is about to get real. Retailers have been through some tough times lately and they’re eyeing the holiday season as an opportunity to bring in some cash. Sadly, …
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. …
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, …
Have you ever looked inside your closet and felt that deep-pitted sense that something is missing? Like, certain fashion basics that you can’t quite name? If this happens regularly, you …
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 …
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. …
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 …
I’m not emotionally ready to put my shorts, tanks, and sandals away just yet — but the calendar tells me it’s time to start thinking about it. Storing clothes seasonally …
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 …
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 …
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 …
We rent cars, homes, and movies—why not get into clothing rental too? Renting is cheaper and requires way less commitment than buying, and those are two benefits a budget fashionista …
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 …
In this first week of the new year, everyone’s talking about resolutions. This is the time when we’re all envisioning a better version of ourselves — with just a few …
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 …
Classic holiday movies have a tendency to put anyone in a festive spirit. There’s something about that 24-hour marathon of “A Christmas Story” on TBS that would even make Scrooge …
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 …
When style collaborations first made their appearance so many years ago (thank you, Target), there was no way to know the collective fashion world would still be so obsessed years …
Need an adaptable wardrobe that still works for you through weight change? Here’s how. It’s standard for many women to experience weight change, either throughout the month or over the …
With his distinguished sports-luxe aesthetic, Michael Kors (pronounced: My-Kal Ko-ors) is one of the world’s best known fashion designers. The New York-based entrepreneur focuses mainly on midrange women’s fashion, but …
Just a few weeks ago we were still talking scarves, coats and sweaters. But somehow we’ve fast-forwarded past the long winter, head first, into warm and sunny days. And before …
What if we told you you could look like a million bucks for less than ten? That’s the secret that’s taking over your Instagram feed, and you probably haven’t even …
Layering can be your bestie or your worst enemy. On one hand, layering garments staves off the chills and gives you creative freedom to use old pieces in new ways. …
There’s a crisp nip in the air that can only signal one thing: winter weather has arrived. And since you’d rather your appendages not suffer from frostbite, or even frost-nibble, …
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 …
Thanksgiving! The day for food, friends and family, plus reflection on and gratitude for everything that’s going well in life. Whether you cook at home or tour your way through …
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 …
Thank you to TOBI for collaborating on this post. All opinions are my own. Learn how to winterize summer clothes so you can take advantage of off-season apparel sales (and …
The old saying goes that a woman can never have too many shoes. But then reality sets in — the money in your wallet and the space in your closet …
Editor’s note: This post was originally about the Belstaff Colonial Messenger Bag, which became the it-bag when Nicole Kidman donned it in The Interpreter. Sadly, the famous Belstaff bag is no …
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 …
Every few years there’s a new statement accessory making the rounds. For the past 11 months (and more), it’s been all about the ’90s choker trend revival. Skinny or wide, satin or velvet, …
Fashionistas, the folks at Romwe.com recently reached out to me and asked if I’d try out their website and product. After reviewing the site and being impressed with the selection and pricing, I decided …
Casual Luxe. It’s one part ‘Yeezy Season’, one part FENTY PUMA and countless parts Kardashian. There’s never been a better time to make all of your old sweats and cotton …
Fashionistas, this post is sponsored by ShoeBuy.com. All opinions are my own. Back in November, we posted a list of AW15 runway looks for women over 40. This post was …
Arguably one of the most down-to-earth actresses in Hollywood right now, Jennifer Lawrence is currently top of our girl crush list. With some great movies and string of award wins …
Fall is falling leaves and pumpkin-spice, harvest hues. And for the uninitiated, in the fashion world, fall is skirt season to the extreme. It’s the perfect time to rock the …
Have you heard about Family Dollar’s new line of women’s fashion? Yep, Family Dollar — the neighborhood store that’s made a name for itself by offering low prices on stuff …
From normcore to the ’90s revival, the trendscape is shifting faster than ever and, often, away from the recurring seasonal themes we’ve come to expect. Let’s face it: The older …
There’s a story behind this post. It was originally written back in 2015 by a (younger) Budget Fashionista staffer. I gave her the topic — where to buy clothes for …
She captured your heart, now capture her closet — Kimmy Schmidt’s positively pleasant style is begging to be worn this spring. Lover of cardigan sweaters, colorblocking and a sprinkle of youthful …
If you or someone you love is over 60, then please read this! This is the ultimate Budget Fashionista Guide for fashion for women over 60. Don’t like to read? …
We don’t know what it is about the UK that just gets fashion right for the plus size woman but we hope they don’t stop whatever it is that they’re …
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 …
Even the famous get cold. But it’s how they stay chic while cold is what we’re interested in. If you’ve ever left your house wrapped in five layers and feeling …
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, …
I love Uggs boots and I’m not the only one. Here are 5 reasons to appreciate this sheepskin-lined boot, plus the popular celeb opinion on Uggs!
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 …
Ah, spring! It’s the season of renewal — we refresh our wardrobe, get a new haircut and, reluctantly, clean and organize our closets. In the spectrum of cleanliness, most of …
You heard it here first: There are worse fashion faux-pas than spending outside your budget. Keep these fall fashion rules in mind as you shop for your closet and pick …
Wondering how to dress down your clothes? You’re not the only one. The question is a common one, and not just because so many of us are now working from …
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 …
Everyone, it seems, has an opinion about the dos and don’ts of style. Depending on whom you listen to, you might stop wearing white after Labor Day or throw your …
Anyone who thinks great nail color and design 1) can only be achieved at a salon or 2) is best worn in shades like “buff,” “beige” or “sand” is missing …
Can a woman ever be too old to wear something? Sigh. Usually, I’m a “who says you can’t?” gal, urging ladies to stand up against pointless fashion rules. White after …
It’s an ever-lasting debate for women of all shapes and sizes: How Do I Wear Leggings Without Looking Ridiculous? Luckily, it’s really quite simple. And, the best tips for wearing …
Clair Huxtable, the no-nonsense Cosby Show mom with a voice of reason as strong as her 80s fashion sense, always caught my attention. In a half hour, Clair (Phylicia Rashad) …
There are hundreds, no, thousands of shops in Paris where you can find lots of jolie things. In fact this post could be divided into many, many parts, but for …
Winter attire is not an easy circumstance for a gal who loves shorts and lives in sandals. Layering takes a lot of thought and attention, and when left to my …
I hail originally from Southern California, where you don’t really need to master functional winter fashion. But for more than a decade, I’ve lived in the Midwest — first in …
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 …
I admit it. I have a little debt problem. I know you’ve seen Confessions of a Shopaholic, and while I won’t admit to shopping designer boutiques with the reckless abandon …
So who’s up for a little blast from TV past? Personally, I love all those “remember that outfit?” and cheesy theme song memories from back in the day, even if …
When it comes to luxury knits, St. John is the reigning global king. The classic silhouettes and impeccable fit has drawn the brand fans that range from socialites to celebrities …
So, there’s been a pile of clothes in the back of your closet for months now. They’re too old and worn to give to Goodwill or even sell on Ebay …
If you’re making a full-blown mall trip, it’s easy to caught up in multiple-store mayhem and the hustle and bustle of holiday sales. Find out which mall-based stores are worth …
What is an A-line skirt? The a-line skirt is a structured skirt that’s fitted at the waist and flares out, so that it hangs in the shape of a “A.” …
It use to be that being pregnant was the kiss of fashion death for moms-to-be. Thank Gucci, almost-moms no longer have to wade in the fashion sea of tent dresses …
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 …
Obsessed with the style of our fashionable friends on the other side of the big pond? And why not — British fashionistas tend to be bolder, more willing to experiment …