Six old fashion trends in style now (And one that isn’t)
Budget Fashionista has been covering fashion trends since the early-2000s. In that time, we’ve amassed… Read More »Six old fashion trends in style now (And one that isn’t)
Catherine Brock
Catherine Brock is a financial analyst-turned-writer who loves fashion, food, and horses. And her husband and two kids. And money, which pays for all the above. She began wearing clothes at a young age, so those fashion credentials run deep. She's skilled at layering, avoiding navy-and-blue outfit combos, and shopping for bargains. Mostly, Brock is very opinionated about being stylish without overspending. Those opinions have earned her placements on the BBC News, USA Today, MSN Money, Fox2 St. Louis, ABC7 Chicago, CBS2 Los Angeles, WGN Chicago, WCPO Cincinnati…read more.
9 outfits with leggings for comfort & style
Sometimes sweats and lounge wear may feel too casual, while high-waisted shorts and slinky crop… Read More »9 outfits with leggings for comfort & style
What to pack for vacation: 6 essentials for warm-weather trips
Big trip on the calendar involving fun in the sun? The time between booking a… Read More »What to pack for vacation: 6 essentials for warm-weather trips
Natural hair care ingredients for shiny, bouncy locks
There are a lot — and I mean a LOT — of hair care products… Read More »Natural hair care ingredients for shiny, bouncy locks
DIY pedicure: 9 steps of luxurious, at-home pampering
I just shared my picks for summer pedicure colors — and then realized that my… Read More »DIY pedicure: 9 steps of luxurious, at-home pampering
Here’s how to shop Amazon prime day and other big sales
There’s Amazon Prime Day, the Nordstrom Anniversary sale, and all the follow-on fashion sales that… Read More »Here’s how to shop Amazon prime day and other big sales
10 awesome summer pedicure colors to fire up your summer style
What’s a budget fashionista’s hack for updating her style for season for less than $10?… Read More »10 awesome summer pedicure colors to fire up your summer style
Help! I have no style — 4 easy steps to get out of a style rut
Stuck in a style rut? Think you have no style? Well, it’s time to snap… Read More »Help! I have no style — 4 easy steps to get out of a style rut
5 types of panties and how to wear them
Ladies, your panties may be ruining your style. They’re called foundation garments for a reason,… Read More »5 types of panties and how to wear them
Not-so-skinny jeans: 5 best alternatives to the skinny + where to shop
I have to admit, I do like skinny jeans — even if the fashion gods… Read More »Not-so-skinny jeans: 5 best alternatives to the skinny + where to shop
Comfortable clothes: 6 essential threads for relaxing at home
Comfortable clothes are having their moment in the spotlight. While I am sad about the… Read More »Comfortable clothes: 6 essential threads for relaxing at home
Bag spotlight: The splurge-worthy leather briefcase
Like it or not, the bag you carry says a lot about you. Especially at… Read More »Bag spotlight: The splurge-worthy leather briefcase
6 simple problem hair solutions
I’d venture to say most of us have felt a pang of hair envy here… Read More »6 simple problem hair solutions
How to: Labeling clothing for daycare, school, and more
Labeling clothing is a back-to-school topic — and here we are, talking about it in… Read More »How to: Labeling clothing for daycare, school, and more
Shopstreaming: The trend that May change the way you shop
Unboxing videos are fun, right? You get to watch your favorite social media influencer unwrap… Read More »Shopstreaming: The trend that May change the way you shop
Bra fitters: How to find one near you (Guaranteed)
We originally wrote this post back in 2011. But times have changed and bra fitters… Read More »Bra fitters: How to find one near you (Guaranteed)
Brittle, dry hair? These 4 healthy hair tips are your fix
Dry hair is the worst. I mean, your hair is your crowning achievement — it… Read More »Brittle, dry hair? These 4 healthy hair tips are your fix
10 zero waste beauty products you need in your life
Zero waste beauty is on the rise, and I’m pretty jazzed about it. When I… Read More »10 zero waste beauty products you need in your life
The best H&M new arrivals for women over 40
H&M is known for its trendy and affordable styles. But the fast-fashion chain isn’t solely… Read More »The best H&M new arrivals for women over 40
Nordstrom rack clearance: 10 fabulous women’s garments to buy now
I’m not ashamed to say that I have a love/hate relationship with clearance racks and… Read More »Nordstrom rack clearance: 10 fabulous women’s garments to buy now
Unwanted gift cards? Use them to help yourself or someone else 4 ways
Did you know that about $1 billion worth of gift cards goes unspent each year?… Read More »Unwanted gift cards? Use them to help yourself or someone else 4 ways
Holiday shipping deadlines 2025 for UPS, FedEx, USPS and more
USPS, FedEx and UPS have released their recommended send-by dates for expected delivery before the… Read More »Holiday shipping deadlines 2025 for UPS, FedEx, USPS and more
How to shop fashionista gifts without failing
Shopping fashionista gifts this year? Buying for style mavens can be among the biggest of… Read More »How to shop fashionista gifts without failing
10 chic women’s fashion boots for under $75
Fashion boots are one of the great joys of winter. Like pizza, they come in… Read More »10 chic women’s fashion boots for under $75
Old navy sale shopping + super cash: 10 cheap winter basics
I can admit this freely: My wardrobe lately is almost exclusively leggings and sweatshirts. Granted,… Read More »Old navy sale shopping + super cash: 10 cheap winter basics
Italic review: How to buy designer-worthy clothes at cost
Shopping for clothes just got more interesting. Truly. Because there’s a new player in town… Read More »Italic review: How to buy designer-worthy clothes at cost
What happened to Eloquii Elements at Walmart?
Eloquii has a short but storied history. The brand was originally a short-lived, plus-size line… Read More »What happened to Eloquii Elements at Walmart?
Wardrobe update: 5 new ways to refresh your fall look on the cheap
When you’re short on cash, you could manage the style transition to fall by teaming… Read More »Wardrobe update: 5 new ways to refresh your fall look on the cheap
The very best loungy, long-sleeved tops for fall for women over 40
Did you embrace the loungewear craze of 2020? I certainly did, to the point that… Read More »The very best loungy, long-sleeved tops for fall for women over 40
Fashion for fall: The best transition pieces for women over 40
Are you ready for cooler, shorter days? Yeah, me either. The transition seasons of fall… Read More »Fashion for fall: The best transition pieces for women over 40
The 5 best women’s sneaker trends this fall
I have a thing for sneakers. They’re comfortable and stylish, the right pair can transform… Read More »The 5 best women’s sneaker trends this fall
The ultimate guide for storing clothes at the end of the season
I’m not emotionally ready to put my shorts, tanks, and sandals away just yet —… Read More »The ultimate guide for storing clothes at the end of the season
My 9 favorite apps for a more stylish, beautiful, and fulfilling life
What’s the first thing you reach for when you’re bored? There’s no shame in being… Read More »My 9 favorite apps for a more stylish, beautiful, and fulfilling life
The top 10 easiest, cheapest outfit ideas on the planet. Oh, and they’re stylish too!
Instagram and Pinterest are great for mindless scrolling, but sometimes you need an edit. That’s… Read More »The top 10 easiest, cheapest outfit ideas on the planet. Oh, and they’re stylish too!
Your top 5 budget fashion questions answered
Sex in the City character Carrie Bradshaw famously said, “I like my money right where… Read More »Your top 5 budget fashion questions answered
How to shop cheeky swimwear this summer & the cheeky brand to watch
The calendar says it’s August, but I don’t quite believe it. This year has gone… Read More »How to shop cheeky swimwear this summer & the cheeky brand to watch
Best luggage on a budget! 6 stylish brands to love
Maybe you’d rather spend every last dollar on a vacation you can’t afford and carry… Read More »Best luggage on a budget! 6 stylish brands to love
Feeling stress? Try budget-friendly Crystal jewelry for well being and style
You could easily argue for or against the healing powers of crystals. But you would… Read More »Feeling stress? Try budget-friendly Crystal jewelry for well being and style
Large pores: 5 causes and how to fix your skin
I love summer, but a heatwave brings a new set of problems to manage. My… Read More »Large pores: 5 causes and how to fix your skin
4 bigtime pitfalls of buying makeup online & how to avoid them
This cosmetics marketing trends report says that 42% of women in the U.S. prefer buying… Read More »4 bigtime pitfalls of buying makeup online & how to avoid them
Over your regular beauty routine? Me too! Summer beauty hacks you’ll love
Given the state of the economy and the high likelihood that your job outlook might… Read More »Over your regular beauty routine? Me too! Summer beauty hacks you’ll love
4 mini handbag picks for under $35
Who says you need to bare it all to turn up the sex appeal? Sure,… Read More »4 mini handbag picks for under $35
Eyelash extensions falling out? Yikes! You need this guide to cleaning eyelash extensions now
Beauty salons are reopening — hooray! But there’s still a pandemic going on — boo.… Read More »Eyelash extensions falling out? Yikes! You need this guide to cleaning eyelash extensions now
Ditching the city trip for a camping excursion this year? Survive an outdoor trip in style with these 11 creative camping accessories
Your vacation plans might be getting an overhaul this year. Sadly, the cosmopolitan trip involving… Read More »Ditching the city trip for a camping excursion this year? Survive an outdoor trip in style with these 11 creative camping accessories
Fashion splurges – 7 ridiculously indulgent fashion buys
Splurge buys? At a time when unemployment is off the charts, and our nation is… Read More »Fashion splurges – 7 ridiculously indulgent fashion buys
Party on! How to have a socially distanced party
I’m going to step outside the budget fashion space for a minute and talk about… Read More »Party on! How to have a socially distanced party
How do clothes fit in the 50/30/20 budget?
Ready to figure out the 50/30/20 budget when you love clothes? The best time to… Read More »How do clothes fit in the 50/30/20 budget?
Haverdash unboxing video: 3 styles I love and 1 I Don’t!
Want to see my latest Haverdash unboxing? You’re in the right place. I opened my… Read More »Haverdash unboxing video: 3 styles I love and 1 I Don’t!
Target pajamas — 5 gorgeous picks from new sleepwear line
What’s more comfortable than slipping into a pair of affordable and stylish Target pajamas? Toss those old concert tees ladies! It’s time to invest in real pjs.
Flushed! The ultimate guide to cheek stains including top 6 picks
About cheek stains Stain is an unfortunate word for a beauty product, dontcha think? I… Read More »Flushed! The ultimate guide to cheek stains including top 6 picks
Realher makeup review: The scoop on this new makeup brand
Realher makeup is a beauty brand that — wait for it — tells you how fabulous you are with affirmations. Is it gimmick or the real deal? Here’s my take.
Engagement rings for women: Stunning styles that inspire
Searching for interesting engagement rings for women? Check your feeds. Celebrities are at the forefront… Read More »Engagement rings for women: Stunning styles that inspire
Show yourself some love: Luxurious silk pajamas you’ll want to wear 24/7
Now that we’ve closed the books on another holiday season, we’re all ready for some quality sleep. And sure, we can get by sleeping in old gym shorts and a t-shirt, but it’s decidedly more luxurious to have a real sleep set. And did you know that silk pajamas help keep your skin moisturized?
Quick shop: 11 cute workout tops on a budget
The holidays generally destroy my workout schedule and my healthy eating habits. By the time… Read More »Quick shop: 11 cute workout tops on a budget
Nye outfits: 6 ways to make a nye style statement
Party time! New Year’s Eve is on the horizon, which means it’s time to find… Read More »Nye outfits: 6 ways to make a nye style statement
Winter sunglasses: Gorgeous styles to keep your eyes protected from the sun
Thank you to SmartBuyGlasses for sponsoring this post about winter sunglasses. All opinions are my… Read More »Winter sunglasses: Gorgeous styles to keep your eyes protected from the sun
Winter scarves for women — these are the scarf styles to wear now
Thank you to Noxerena for sponsoring this post about winter scarves. All opinions are my… Read More »Winter scarves for women — these are the scarf styles to wear now
Face glow review — tinted moisturizer/Primer that makes a great gift
What is face glow Face Glow is a cruelty-free tinted moisturizer, primer, and illuminator made… Read More »Face glow review — tinted moisturizer/Primer that makes a great gift
The tinted lip balm that’s a perfect stocking stuffer
What: Sweet lips tinted lip balm Sweet Lips lip balm by Waxing Kara is a… Read More »The tinted lip balm that’s a perfect stocking stuffer
It’s time! Your once-annual Chance to save big on this celebrity-favorite brand
Thank you to Autumn Cashmere for sponsoring this post. All opinions are my own. A… Read More »It’s time! Your once-annual Chance to save big on this celebrity-favorite brand
Smooth sailing! The incredible hair product that tames my frizzies (Just in time for the holidays)
Thank you to ROIL for sponsoring this post. All opinions are my own. We all… Read More »Smooth sailing! The incredible hair product that tames my frizzies (Just in time for the holidays)
The clothing rental shootout: Haverdash vs. Le tote
Note: Le Tote is now out of business. We rent cars, homes, and movies—why not… Read More »The clothing rental shootout: Haverdash vs. Le tote
For curvy girls: Date night outfits you’ll both love
You have Friday night circled with a heart on your calendar and that can only… Read More »For curvy girls: Date night outfits you’ll both love
How to wear the exposed zipper
You’ve seen it, and you either love or hate it. The exposed zipper had its… Read More »How to wear the exposed zipper
Hair tools most loved by expert stylists
That clever witch Hermione Granger used a magic wand to conjure up birds and erase… Read More »Hair tools most loved by expert stylists
6 amazing jeans outfits — wait for it…
This is an intervention — a jeans rut intervention. I know, we tricked you into… Read More »6 amazing jeans outfits — wait for it…
Clean beauty: Is your makeup making you sick?
Thank you to Rejuva Minerals for sponsoring this post about clean beauty and providing the… Read More »Clean beauty: Is your makeup making you sick?
20 hot picks from the nordstrom anniversary sale (Under $50 each)
If all of your girlfriends have gone silent, they may be immersed in the Nordstrom… Read More »20 hot picks from the nordstrom anniversary sale (Under $50 each)
5 flattering summer styles to try now
Sometimes I just need style to be easy. Because dressing well is fun, but it’s… Read More »5 flattering summer styles to try now
Wood watch trend: How to wear it
Thank you to Jord Watches for collaborating and providing the Fieldcrest wood watch featured in… Read More »Wood watch trend: How to wear it
The best swimsuit styles & where to buy them under $50
It’s swimsuit season fashionistas. That means you get to flaunt your figure (and your fashion)… Read More »The best swimsuit styles & where to buy them under $50
No time to shop? Try these online shopping hacks
Staying stylish can seem impossible when you’re running your own crazy schedule — let alone… Read More »No time to shop? Try these online shopping hacks
Spring jewelry trends: Which to wear & which to ignore
Fashion designers will have you wearing 12-inch dangling earrings and thick charms this season, but… Read More »Spring jewelry trends: Which to wear & which to ignore
How to wear trendy cowboy boots
Cowboy boots are trending once more. Can anyone pull them off, or are they reserved… Read More »How to wear trendy cowboy boots
Trending sunglasses: Celeb-inspired eyewear
If there’s one accessory that’s truly a must-have, it’s a great pair of sunglasses. The… Read More »Trending sunglasses: Celeb-inspired eyewear
Award-winning style: 5 Major fashion moments from the oscars
The first-ever, host-free Academy Awards are over — and by all accounts, the concept went… Read More »Award-winning style: 5 Major fashion moments from the oscars
40 simple life hacks to save money fast
Originally, this was two separate blog posts, one with 16 and the other with 26… Read More »40 simple life hacks to save money fast
Get the buzz of retail therapy without overspending
Growing up, I had a best friend whose mother wore an apron that read “When… Read More »Get the buzz of retail therapy without overspending
Best anti-aging skin care for $25 or less
There’s a myriad of anti-aging beauty products out there. And each claims to erase 10,… Read More »Best anti-aging skin care for $25 or less
Flash sample sale sites you should shop now
You don’t have to live in New York or L.A. to experience the wonder of… Read More »Flash sample sale sites you should shop now
10 color block bags under $50
We figured as much about the staying power of the color blocking in fashion. The… Read More »10 color block bags under $50
Best bras for hard-to-wear dresses
It may be the most frustrating of fashion quandaries — figuring out how to wear… Read More »Best bras for hard-to-wear dresses
New you! 5 ways to update your style fast
In this first week of the new year, everyone’s talking about resolutions. This is the… Read More »New you! 5 ways to update your style fast
How to shop your closet — 6 ways to get a fresh look at old clothes
Having “nothing to wear” is a common problem amongst style-minded ladies. The affliction might happen… Read More »How to shop your closet — 6 ways to get a fresh look at old clothes
The famous double g — all about gucci
The name alone is enough to conjure images of the famed double G logo and… Read More »The famous double g — all about gucci
Introducing the galaxy print trend and our top picks
Prints are having their moment in this fall/winter of 2018, and it may have you… Read More »Introducing the galaxy print trend and our top picks
How to shop midrange jewelry & brands to watch
There comes a time in every budget fashionista’s life when she decides to outgrow ultra-cheap… Read More »How to shop midrange jewelry & brands to watch
What ever happened to plus-size line Pure Energy?
As fashionistas, we see the rise and fall of so many labels that play in… Read More »What ever happened to plus-size line Pure Energy?
The iconic label born at the family’s kitchen table
When you think of a Mulberry bag, you likely think of words like timeless and… Read More »The iconic label born at the family’s kitchen table
How to support breast cancer awareness this october
It’s that time of year again — Breast Cancer Awareness Month happens every October, and… Read More »How to support breast cancer awareness this october
8 white tees to add to your wardrobe
As white tees go, there’s almost nothing more exciting than finding one that somehow ticks… Read More »8 white tees to add to your wardrobe
How to find wide calf boots + top picks
Dear Budget Fashionista, I really need your help. Even though I wear a clothing size… Read More »How to find wide calf boots + top picks
6 budget-friendly fall denim pieces you’ll love
Fall denim is a fashion workhorse. It goes with everything, needs no ironing, provides enough… Read More »6 budget-friendly fall denim pieces you’ll love
5 best Amazon fashion brands
When we originally published this post in 2018, we noted that Amazon had gone into… Read More »5 best Amazon fashion brands
Snub the swimwear trends with these fun styles
Swimwear trends have taken on their own life in recent years. Kudos to swimwear designers… Read More »Snub the swimwear trends with these fun styles
Read this & love shopping for your next swimsuit
Tell us if this scenario sounds familiar – summer comes, and whether you like it… Read More »Read this & love shopping for your next swimsuit
How to get relief for aching arches
We’ve all been there. You grab yourself a super cute pair of shoes online, wait… Read More »How to get relief for aching arches
What ever happened to Contempo Casuals?
The revival of padded shoulders, retina-burning neon hues and palazzo pants have sparked nostalgia for… Read More »What ever happened to Contempo Casuals?
Budget shopping the bimbo way
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She’s ny’s original it girl — steal her look for less
“Simple Life” star and celeb personality Paris Hilton has always been a master of glam… Read More »She’s ny’s original it girl — steal her look for less