Fashion and Style Trends

Like it or not, the bag you carry says a lot about you. Especially at the office. Show up at work carrying your laptop and a sandwich in a reusable …

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. …

This spring, oversized tops are having their moment. It’s like a redo of the 90s grunge fad, but with more polish and sophistication. The thing is, oversized tops and other …

H&M is known for its trendy and affordable styles. But the fast-fashion chain isn’t solely for the young crowd. This season’s new collection in particular is as mature as it …

It’s the little things that promise to make Valentine’s Day memorable for you and your special someone. You can have dinner lined up at the best restaurant in town and …

Dressing well on a budget mostly requires a lot of patience. You know this if you’ve ever seriously shopped in-store at Forever 21. Usually, the store’s a mess and 90% …

Fashion is a form of ugliness so intolerable that we have to change it every six months. Oscar Wilde Sometimes the fashion gods get it right — the wrap dress …

It’s always a wonderful idea to shop used for holiday dresses — considering they’re not part of your regular rotation and you may only wear them once or twice a …

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 …

Eloquii is the destination for fashion-forward, plus-size clothes suitable for work and play. The brand was originally a short-lived, plus-size line at Limited that met its demise when Limited decided …

When you’re short on cash, you could manage the style transition to fall by teaming last year’s jeans and puffer vest with your summer tops — but what’s the fun …

Did you embrace the loungewear craze of 2020? I certainly did, to the point that the only items in my rotation were joggers, shorts, and t-shirts. Occasionally, I’d step up …

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 have a thing for sneakers. They’re comfortable and stylish, the right pair can transform an outfit, and they wear well with 70% of the stuff in my closet — …

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 …

Taking an ethical, slow fashion stance on style means more than wearing the occasionally recycled garment — although that’s an excellent start. A good next step is a commitment to …

What’s the first thing you reach for when you’re bored? There’s no shame in being honest; it’s likely your smartphone. And why not? That pocket-sized computer/camera/phone book is loaded down …

Instagram and Pinterest are great for mindless scrolling, but sometimes you need an edit. That’s especially true when you’re looking to upgrade your wardrobe with some easy outfit ideas. So …

Sex in the City character Carrie Bradshaw famously said, “I like my money right where I can see it…hanging in my closet.” While I get Bradshaw’s perspective, I have a …

Every decade brings its own set of cultural norms. While the 50s were the era of classy retro jazz fashion, the 60s morphed into the space-age phenomena. Similarly, the decade …