Fashion and Style Trends

Oh, what to wear. And oh, what *not* to wear! With fashion, there’s always a very thin line between love and hate. Yes, this summer we love button details. But too …

Crossbody bags are ideal for spring and summer. They’re big enough for the essentials, and the long-strapped style frees your hands for fun-in-the-sun adventures. The trouble is, these warm-weather carry-alls …

Summer outfits have a big job. They need to be casual, comfortable, chic, and easy. When the sun’s shining, I don’t want to spend 20 minutes trying to match tops …

There are few pieces more synonymous with summer than the classic white dress. As timeless as it is breezy and relaxed, white summer dresses are ideal for anything on your …

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 …

Wondering what to wear on 4th of July when your clothing budget is already stretched as tight as an elastic waistband on pizza night? Here’s the trouble with holidays like …

If you’re shopping for a chic outfit to wear to a wedding AND you’re over 50, you’ve likely noticed the trend. There’s a hole in the market. It’s like the …

Now’s about the time we could all use some self-care, right? Your style of self-care might be a bubble bath infused with essential oils, or a glass of Cabernet on …

Since the weather warmed up, I’ve been living in the cutest flats I bought from Famous Footwear for about $25 last year. They’re easy, comfortable, and stylish. Oh, and lace-free. …

I’m shopping formal dresses on Amazon! Actually, the real headline is that my daughter is getting married in October — an evening ceremony in a posh Brooklyn restaurant. In that …

I’m shopping stylish beach wear because — after two years of sticking close to home — I have a real vacation on the calendar! Woop! Hopefully, you also get a …

If you’re ready to retire the hefty tote you hauled around all winter and embrace something lighter and fresher for the season, here are five purses for spring that are sure to step up your style game.

These picks for affordable and wearable spring dresses are runway-inspired — but not in the way you’d think. They’re my counterpoint to some of the more ridiculous spring trends. For …

It’s the small gestures that promise to make Valentine’s Day memorable for you and your special someone. Sure, dinner at the best restaurant in town and tickets to the city’s …

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.

Figuring out how to dress for a cocktail party can be challenging. Back in the day, there were clear rules. Ladies wore knee-length skirts with gloves, for example. But modern …

Way back in the ’80s, I fancied myself a punk rock girl. In those days, punk fashion wasn’t a phrase I used — to me, punk style felt more like …

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. …

Gone are the days of dark outerwear — this season has a fresher take on winter warmth! From moto to trench and faux fur to fleece, my favorite coat styles …

What’s shaking in coat trends this year? I see coats extending the rule-breaking vibe that fashion has had all year long. Expect bright colors, fun prints, and style details that …