If you’re short & style-minded, you’ll love these
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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.
Have deep set eyes? Try these makeup tips
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Brand names for less: Where to get discount designer clothes
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Flashback fashion: The blouse for serious fashion gals
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Cost per wear: How to maximize your clothing budget
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The make-up trend that’s gone mainstream
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Hair styling hacks — how to deal with common hair problems
Problem hair? You’re not stuck with pulling your hair back everyday! Sometimes the trick to… Read More »Hair styling hacks — how to deal with common hair problems
Finger bling: Sporting the cocktail ring this Season
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Designer spotlight: Michael Kors
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The 6 best shorts outfits on Instagram
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Fab on-trend swimsuit picks for women over 40
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A smoother you — fab shapewear brands we love
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How Anna Sui became a fashion icon
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Beauty hack of the week: Cheap makeup brushes
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The very best budget shampoo brands
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How to buy a bathrobe: 5 must-know tips
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Why we love Kris jenner style (And you should too!)
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How to wear the asymmetric cold shoulder top
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What to wear to a beach wedding
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How to wear leopard print without looking trashy
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5 gym wear essentials cool enough to wear on a night out
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Wearing stripes — 11 ways to stripe it Rich
With superstorms, Arctic blasts and rain popping up all over the place, it’s safe to say we’re waiting not-so-patiently… Read More »Wearing stripes — 11 ways to stripe it Rich
How to wear the 90s trend in the dead of winter
Quick, what’s the iconic garment of 90s fashion? For me, it’s the crop top —… Read More »How to wear the 90s trend in the dead of winter
What’s trending now: The good, bad & ugly
The trends can be good to us, or they can be bad. Remember in the… Read More »What’s trending now: The good, bad & ugly
How to layer for winter according to Instagram
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Winter style roundup: On-trend pieces for cold weather
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Cold-weather gear to put on your holiday wish list
Thank you to Nike for collaborating on this post about cold-weather gear. All opinions are… Read More »Cold-weather gear to put on your holiday wish list
10 stunning ways to wear your open-toe booties
I just purchased a fantastic pair of silver, sock-style, open-toe booties. They were just what… Read More »10 stunning ways to wear your open-toe booties
Industry news: Go to kickstarter for luxury jewelry at lowest price
Two L.A. businesswomen are using Kickstarter to launch a jewelry brand that promises high-end pieces… Read More »Industry news: Go to kickstarter for luxury jewelry at lowest price
18 budget shopping hacks for fashion
Fashion is one thing, but budget fashion is quite another. It’s both a skill and… Read More »18 budget shopping hacks for fashion
5 easy halloween costumes that aren’t trashy
It’s past the middle of October, which means the clock is ticking towards Halloween. If… Read More »5 easy halloween costumes that aren’t trashy
How to wear statement sneakers
So I’m walking through DSW — which was wholly my husband’s idea by the way… Read More »How to wear statement sneakers
7 ways to style your distressed denim
We know you have a few items in your closet you’d rather not talk about.… Read More »7 ways to style your distressed denim
What to wear to a breast cancer walk
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Flashback fashion: How to wear a unitard
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How to winterize summer clothes: 4 fun strategies
Thank you to TOBI for collaborating on this post. All opinions are my own. Learn… Read More »How to winterize summer clothes: 4 fun strategies
Combat, baby! How to master the tough shoe trend
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Flashback fashion — how to: The 1920s mod hairstyle
The ’20s-inspired mod hairstyle is fabulously chic, is it not? The best part is that,… Read More »Flashback fashion — how to: The 1920s mod hairstyle
The hunt for Kate spade coupons
Thanks to Dealspotr for collaborating on this post. All opinions are my own. When I… Read More »The hunt for Kate spade coupons
Flashback fashion: Norma kamali and budget fashion
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Should women wear pantyhose?
Back in the early-2000s, old and young generations were clashing on the topic of pantyhose… Read More »Should women wear pantyhose?
How to style a peasant skirt
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What ever happened to 5-7-9?
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Flashback fashion Friday: The rise of the tunic
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Flashback fashion Friday — the rise of the canvas messenger bag
Editor’s note: This post was originally about the Belstaff Colonial Messenger Bag, which became the… Read More »Flashback fashion Friday — the rise of the canvas messenger bag
Self-Portrait: The midrange dress label everyone’s still talking about
What do Pippa and Kate Middleton, Reese Witherspoon and Beyonce have in common? I so… Read More »Self-Portrait: The midrange dress label everyone’s still talking about
Contouring after 40 — yea or nay?
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10 confessions of a low-maintenance fashionista
My Instagram feed is ruled by beautiful and stylish people. And most of the time,… Read More »10 confessions of a low-maintenance fashionista
How to wear a jumpsuit after 40
I’m not gonna lie — jumpsuits are hard to wear. They involve the same challenges… Read More »How to wear a jumpsuit after 40
10 online clothing stores with free shipping and returns
Shopping online from home, with a drink hand, may seem like the best thing ever… Read More »10 online clothing stores with free shipping and returns
Plus-size fashion for women over 70? A reader asks!
A Budget Fashionista reader asks: I am stuck wearing t-shirts and jeans to everything. I… Read More »Plus-size fashion for women over 70? A reader asks!
How to shop Bluefly.com
Knowing how to shop a brick-and-mortar store is different than knowing how to shop online:… Read More »How to shop Bluefly.com
Wedding on the calendar? This is the piece you must wear — whether you’re the bride, bridesmaid, or guest
I’m willing to bet there’s an outdated etiquette book that scoffs at the idea of women… Read More »Wedding on the calendar? This is the piece you must wear — whether you’re the bride, bridesmaid, or guest
Ssh-oes: The simple solution to loud heels
Editor’s note: Sadly, it looks as though SSh-oes is no more. That means we have… Read More »Ssh-oes: The simple solution to loud heels
The elastic waistband reinvented — & how to wear it
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Switch jewelry subscription review
Switch, a jewelry subscription / rental service, offered me a free trial in exchange for my… Read More »Switch jewelry subscription review
6 face shapes & the frames to flatter them
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How to shop Groupon beauty and fashion
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Glasses USA review
My fellow fashionistas, note that Glasses USA provided me with a free pair of glasses so… Read More »Glasses USA review
Victoria beckham’s target collection
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A look back: Spring fashion trends 2011-2019
Saying goodbye to the cold may feel pretty satisfying, but it’s not nearly as much… Read More »A look back: Spring fashion trends 2011-2019
36 best online women’s clothing stores when you’re on a budget
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Sustainable fashion — how to love your planet this Valentine’s day
The holiday of love is almost here. And that means you’re likely consumed with either… Read More »Sustainable fashion — how to love your planet this Valentine’s day
Target launches sugarfix jewelry line
At your next trip into Target, swing by the jewelry counter and check out SUGARFIX by… Read More »Target launches sugarfix jewelry line
When duty calls: Solid ideas for what to wear to jury duty
So you’ve been summoned to jury duty. The usual reaction to that news is less… Read More »When duty calls: Solid ideas for what to wear to jury duty
The best coupon sites to save on fashion
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How to wear boyfriend jeans: Dos and don’ts
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Fake uggs — cheaper ugg alternatives for less than $75
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Body positive spotlight series — how to manage weight gain
It’s time to kill that old New Year’s resolution about losing weight. Right? The New Year, New… Read More »Body positive spotlight series — how to manage weight gain
How to limit your holiday spending (And then recover!)
157.1 million Americans are about to be hit with holiday debt. December is, for many… Read More »How to limit your holiday spending (And then recover!)
Alpharetta shopping guide: Explore Georgia’s retail destination
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Fashionistas, I am an influencer in the Dealspotr community and I am being compensated for… Read More »Dealspotr review: Bargain shopper’s dream or just another coupon site?
A simple anti-aging skincare routine for 40+
Ladies, I am a RoC Skincare Ambassador, which means I am compensated for sharing my… Read More »A simple anti-aging skincare routine for 40+
Dressing for your body type: Top 3 tips
Why learn about dressing for your body type? Because trends come and go, but your… Read More »Dressing for your body type: Top 3 tips
Dress like the best (Over 40 edition): Cate blanchett
Welcome to the second in our Dress Like the Best (Over 40 Edition) series! Today… Read More »Dress like the best (Over 40 edition): Cate blanchett
Dress like the best (Over 40 edition): Julianne moore
I’m just going to say it: being female and over 40 right now is awesome. I’ve… Read More »Dress like the best (Over 40 edition): Julianne moore
Women over 40: How to style a moto jacket
Confession time. I just bought a faux leather moto jacket from Forever21 for $40. Oh yes… Read More »Women over 40: How to style a moto jacket
Fabletics review: 4 must-knows about the athleisure subscription
(Editor’s note: This post was updated on 12/1/16.) I’m an on-again, off-again fitness junkie and… Read More »Fabletics review: 4 must-knows about the athleisure subscription
5 rules for power fashion — AKA cookie lyon style
Cookie Lyon of Empire is the fiercest female character on TV right now, and her… Read More »5 rules for power fashion — AKA cookie lyon style
Ralph Lauren collection lookalikes to buy now
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Stacked bracelets: How to wear ’em
Thanks to Soothi for partnering with me and providing the bracelets for this post. If… Read More »Stacked bracelets: How to wear ’em
6 surprising trend shoes that’ll refresh your fall style
Instead of restocking your autumn closet with more of the same, consider some trend shoes to… Read More »6 surprising trend shoes that’ll refresh your fall style
How to wear a headscarf 6 ways
Yeah, yeah, I know what you’re thinking. Tying your tresses up into a scarf isn’t new,… Read More »How to wear a headscarf 6 ways
Nume Silhouette review from The Budget Fashionista
My Silhouette, courtesy of Nume, arrived about a week ago. Before I opened the box,… Read More »Nume Silhouette review from The Budget Fashionista
Dearborn denim: The inside scoop on my fav jeans
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Statement necklaces I love
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Favorite looks from 5 inspirational women
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The underrated pant cut to wear this spring
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6 killer sports bra outfits for in or out of the gym
Feeling green seeing those IG photos of Bella Hadid wearing her skimpy sports bra outfits?… Read More »6 killer sports bra outfits for in or out of the gym
The fashion rule you should never break
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Review: Joseph nogucci bracelets
My issue with most budget jewelry is that it looks costume-y. And I’d rather go… Read More »Review: Joseph nogucci bracelets
Book review: Beauty tips for women over 50
Ladies, I am a RoC Ambassador, which means I am compensated to try RoC products… Read More »Book review: Beauty tips for women over 50
What to wear to work in your 40s: 7 must-have pieces
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Jumpsuits for women over 50: How to look stylish
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How to buy Melissa McCarthy SEVEN7 clothes
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