Ah, rainy April is here. As my garden-loving grandma says, “April showers bring May flowers.” Well, look who woke up on the sunny side of her orthopedic pillow. Actually, I appreciate her rainy day positivity. Just …
Spring is here, in weather and in look, and I’m super excited to trade my wool socks and tall leather boots in for wedges and skirts. I’m also extra thrilled …
If you’re anything like me, or the majority of northern-dwelling Americans for that matter, this time of year has you feeling blah. The sky is grey, the flowers are popping …
In the history of American fashion there have been many fascinating, influential, talented women who innovate and create amazing fashions. Here at Budget Fashionista we’d like to highlight just a …
Shoulder pads were never my thing, Honey. Thank God I happen to work in a casual office. So you can bet that I know the pros and cons…. er, correction, …
In the history of American fashion there have been many fascinating, influential, talented women who innovate and create amazing fashions. Here at Budget Fashionista we’d like to highlight just a …
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 …
Never before did I learn to love taking a bath than when I became pregnant. Now I understand what all the fuss was about! The old cliché of a stressed …
This post about how to find high-quality clothes was last updated in January, 2019. Do we really need to splurge in order to find high quality clothes? Not all of …
When we think of the United States Postal Service, thoughts of bills and cards from Grandma come to mind. But accessories and clothes? Hmmm. In an effort to combat financial …
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 …
From the unflappable flappers to the Black Is Beautiful women to the hats and dresses of hard working designers, black women have influenced American fashion in fabulous ways. 10 Fashionable …
You know we’re always on the hunt for a bargain, and e.l.f. cosmetics certainly fits under that category. If you’re out of the loop, e.l.f. is a makeup company that …
As someone who has yet to plan a wedding for herself, I’ll be quick to admit that an evening wedding sounds rather lovely. Perhaps it’s indoors and winter, or outdoors …
Date with the boyfriend, single girl’s night out, or dinner at his parents’ house? If you’re looking a ‘quick and dirty’ hair guide, here are some tips and tricks for super …
What comes to mind when someone says ‘Granny Panty‘? Most of us think of a baggy, unsexy undergarment that hikes up our waistline like Steve Urkel. Synonyms include: Mom Jeans, …
In studies asking the world’s populations by country to rate their happiness, there’s always a clear front winner: the Brazilians. And here’s something they can be even happier about, their …
If there’s one country that has dictated the fashion world more than any other, it’s of course, France. The daily fashion dictation coming out of this Texas-sized nation has more …
Guess what? You can stop paying $20 for a special hair conditioner full of chemicals. Because you can make it yourself for a lot less. DIY beauty products are the …
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 …
Michelle Obama came into the public eye in the early-2000s, and wowed us with her grace and style sense. During her eight years reigning as FLOTUS, we watched her take …
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) …
Whether you’re out at a club with your friends or just having a long day at the office, you’ll probably have to quickly touch up your makeup at some point …
If you’re like the over 5 million peeps who turned into the recent season opener for the much adored Downton Abbey then you maybe already dress like the show’s characters …
After weeks of flirtatious emailing in real time and one (or two or three) drunken texts at ungodly hours, you’re taking the plunge with Mr. Looks-Like-Channing-Tatum’s-Brother-Minus-The-Thick-Neck. He had you at …
On more than one occasion, Jessica Alba has dropped baby weight like magic. And other celebs like Beyonce, JLO and Blake Lively have been equally successful at slimming down, post-baby. …
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 …
There’s no skirting the issue: us ladies at TBF are always hot on the heels of an amazing deal, ready to scarf up everything that’ll make us look cute as …
From Reader Lauren O: Do you have any ideas for formal short hairstyles? I read (& loved) your How-To Dress for a Formal Event, but you didn’t say anything about …
The season for parties comes the massive need for dresses! I love all the parties but my closet sometimes feels a little empty when considering the task my calendar is …
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 …
Big or not too big, that is the question. Where do you prefer to shop: the big box stores or your neighborhood’s one-of-a-kind boutiques? Coming from a family of small …
‘Tis the season for holiday movies, wearing toasty hats and getting some fake ones that everyone will admire. Wait, I’m talking about fake flowers. (What’d ya think?!) Anyway, real flowers are …
Kat Von D has publicly begun the slow and painful process of undergoing laser treatment for removing the tattoo of Jesse James’ face from her rib cage. Ouch. Have you …
Clémence Poésy is currently one of the “It” girls of the Parisian fashion world. Her status continues to rise, as she is not only known as a woman of impeccable …
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 …
Looks like Prince William and Kate Middleton are in the midst of some serious “what color should we paint the baby’s room?” discussions. Yep, the buzz about Kate’s pregnancy has …
In 2012, Mary-Kate and Ashley Olsen took high fashion to a new level of ridiculousness by launching the now-infamous pill purse. It was a leather purse adorned with prescription pills …
I’m into nail polish the way Juliet was into Romeo. Give me polish or let me die. Okay, so maybe I wouldn’t kill myself if someone suddenly took away my …
We blame Princess Kate for bringing hot rollers back into style. They are great for creating beautiful curls without getting expensive perms or using time consuming curling irons. In fact, …
Zippers are zig zagging on everything this season, from jeans to shirts to high-heeled eye poppers! A zipper is an easy way to make your outfit sing, like wearing animal …
I’ll admit to being a bit of a sucker for any product that promises to stave off the aging process. I mean, don’t we all want a refreshed face with …
It’s possible there may be no greater or better-known modern day fashion icon than Kate Moss. There are tens of thousands of pictures of her on the internet, between the …
It’s not exactly newsflash-knowledge that style sits pretty high on the list of things that matter to a fashionista. But that doesn’t mean a girl’s gotta suffer! With sporty chic …
Some of the most striking gals that we know so well, like Cameron Diaz and Nicole Richie, have square faces, and if you’re lucky enough to have a defined jaw …
At this stage in life, you probably are pretty clued into your astrological sign, and perhaps even what it means for your personality. Like Gemini–it’s kind of true that you’ve taken multitasking …
Stuck in your closet and wondering how to mash up your clothes for a fresh change? Wondering what people are wearing out on the street? Need a new spin on …
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’m not going to lie to you. This bow nail design takes a heaping spoonful of time and patience and, additionally, a steady hand. With that said, it can be …
So you’ve (finally) put away your Havaianas and neon wedge sandals, yet the thought of stepping into last year’s boots (again) doesn’t exactly make waves on the enthusiasm board. And …
If you follow my posts here at The Budget Fashionista, then you’re probably aware of my monthly box subscription obsession. I love monthly beauty boxes because a) mail is fun …
You should exfoliate your skin at least once a week — or twice if you have the time. A good exfoliation makes your skin feel and look brighter and it …
As the saying goes, “one man’s trash is another man’s treasure.” There is no better motto to describe the vintage, the barely-last-season and the “worn twice” clothing line of L.A.’s …
Halloween–only the best holiday of the year–is quickly encroaching. I’m sure you’ve already considered your Halloween outfit, but what about Halloween-inspired fingernails? Sure, a solid orange or black is always …
You’ve got a nose for sniffing out terrific deals on the latest styles. But when it comes to finding the best budget perfumes, things might get a little trickier. Those …
Since I was a wee child, I’ve had a fixation with miniature-sized things. I would spend hours playing with wee-sized fruits and furniture and animals stuffed into dollhouses, and you …
Any serious nail painting guru knows that independent nail polishes are where it’s at in terms of manicure “wow” factor. Sure, Zoya and China Glaze and Essie and OPI are …
Typically, this deal-minded gal tends to skip any store or Web site that requires a subscription or membership in order to spend money. Such annoying extravagances belong to gyms, magazines …
A few weeks ago, I was in the kitchen mashing garlic potatoes for a tasty dinner when — all of a sudden — I experienced the traumatic event that is …
Sometimes I’ll do manicures that are so complicated they literally take me the better part of the day to complete. Take my “famous paintings manicure,” for example, which depicts Van …
I’m a major proponent of purchased pedicures. I love walking into a salon and having some other person work his or her magic on my little tootsies. All that scrubbing …
This post about stylish smartphone covers and cases was last updated January, 2019. Your phone should not be the least fashionable piece of your outfit. And, it doesn’t have to …
Attention white ladies: If you haven’t heard by now, you shouldn’t be washing your hair every single day. Doing so rids the hair of its natural oils and can even …
Paging Kelly Kapowski and Topanga Lawrence! These watercolor nails design I created is so ‘90s fab that I am not sure what to do with myself. And considering the fact that …
In 1990, she was the pretty, blonde rich b*tch from Beverly Hills with a serious case of stiff ’90s hair; matte, pouty lips and an icy glare that could readily shatter …
True confession: I’ve ditched the dressing room. I never try clothes on in the store. It makes me hot. I get sweaty. And to be totally honest — I don’t …
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 …
Charisma and Feeling Younger Skin Tints, $18.95 each from Lush I’m going to confide in you all for a second. When it comes to cosmetics, I’m kind of a straightforward …
You never know when inspiration’s going to hit. You could be walking down the street, talking to your hairstylist or taking an afternoon siesta. This particular nail design came to …
When I requested to write about how to wear colored jeans if you’re plus-size, Kathryn and everyone kinda looked at me a little strange. Okay, a LOT strange. Basically, they …
I stare at other women’s boobs. A lot. There. I said it. And as long as we’re having a truth session, I should add that I also find myself thinking …
The 2012 fall runway did away with spring and summer’s creamy pastels and invited darker, moodier colors into the spotlight. One of fall’s hottest color combinations is black and blue, …
Want to wear a natural makeup look? For most of us, that means perfecting our eyebrow shape, how we maintain our eyebrows, and how we apply eyebrow makeup. Said another …
I love a good blog just like anyone else, but don’t you hate it when brand blogs only gush about their products? Sometimes, it feels like one big advertisement (and …
So Jennifer Aniston, with her toned legs (ok, who are we kidding . . . her toned EVERYTHING), is basically the model of pencil skirt-wearing perfection. But you don’t need Jen’s …
Can you feel it? The crisp, cool air. The beautiful leaves. The gorgeous leather boots. Ah, fall. It’s almost here, so it’s time we hunker down and find out what …
Sometimes it takes me at least 20 minutes to find an outfit in my closet because I’m looking for a specific piece that’s gone missing. Literally. I can’t find it. …
Tired of scouring Craigslist for a reliable deal on a couch free of stains and shady salespersons? Not impressed with the quadruple digit price tags at all your local furniture …
This month marks the 50th anniversary of the passing of Marilyn Monroe. At the time of her death at the age of 36, Marilyn was one of the most famous …
It’s hard to think of the 1920s without conjuring up images of the illustrious flappers, who astonished the world with their fringed dresses, bold makeup, and racy lifestyles. These strong …
Pencil. Liquid. Gel. Cream. These are some of the many labels you’re likely going to see now when browsing the eyeliner section at your beauty spot. It’s a little overwhelming, …
So there’s this “rule” that wearing patent leather shoes with a patent leather purse is a big no-no. For as long as I can remember, the world’s beat it into …
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 …
You know that high-low style where the material is cut higher in the front while the back flows longer? Well, I’m totally in love with the look and nothing—nothing—you say …
Lucky you, oval-faced fashionistas. You live in a versatile hair world where, thanks to your ideal face shape, several styles are yours for the choosing. Your biggest decision? Which one …
Yeah, so we all pop our pimples. We’re not supposed to. Doctors say not to. Yet, each and every one of us finds ourselves staring into the bathroom mirror, fingers …
Blame those addictive home makeover shows on HGTV, or maybe you’ve simply had one too many drinks during your last girls’ night out. Whatever your motivation may be, we would …
Why shop Amazon? As its name implies, Amazon is a winding, veritable jungle chock-full of fabulous finds and steep discounts. Seriously. From hard-to-find makeup must-haves to designer duds, home necessities …
One of the lyrics in Dave Matthews’ song “Crash into Me” is “hike up your skirt a little more.” Wow, what a perfect beat-the-heat suggestion for this warmer weather, Dave! …
Smell my finger. No, seriously, smell it (get your mind out of the gutter!). I know that sounds, well, downright weird. And it is…or so I thought, right up until …
This post is all about summer skirts. A cute summer skirt is as convenient as shorts when it’s hot, but also easy to transition into fall (just add tights!). Now …
The half-up/half-down hairstyle has always been my go-to look for many reasons. First, let’s face it– I can’t stand it when my hair gets in my face. I’ve tried, ladies, …
Let’s face it. We all want radiant, Charlize Theron complexions. Better yet, wouldn’t it be great to have that type of glowing skin . . . now? As in, immediately? …
There’s just something about the South that inspires incredible fashion and style. The easy, slow paced life mixed with beautiful people and upscale events makes for some great blogging material. …
When it comes to A-list celebrities, few of the elite members of Hollywood have reached a level of super-stardom like Jennifer Aniston. Recently dubbed the “Sexiest Woman of All Time” …
Since the sun has come out for spring, it’s only right that you celebrate the season with a new look of your own. Choosing a hair color that resembles the …
We absolutely love reading other blogs, especially beauty blogs, to get great ideas on makeup or read new product reviews. We also love to get beauty information whether it’s medical …
Target. Just the sight of the word makes us giddy. I mean, we’re talking “ssshhhing” family and friends whenever commercials come on giddy. Perusing their site hourly giddy. And so we’re …
While it might seem like most celebs move in and out of the spotlight as the seasons change, some have serious staying power. Consider Victoria Beckham, the lady who branded …
WARNING: Nuclear-orange jeans and peacock-inspired box clutches may not be right for everyone. Dizziness, shortness of breath, and naked-in-public level anxiety may be experienced by individuals who even think about …