Fashion advice for women aged 60 and up.
How Old is Too Old to Shop Forever 21?
“Am I too old to shop here?” It’s a thought that likely runs through many a woman’s mind as she casually steps through the doors of Forever 21. It’s a bit sobering, to be...
Spring Styles for Women Over 60 — All Under $100
Spring is a tricky season for fashion. There are days that tease you with warmth and sunshine and the promise of summer ahead. And then there are the other days, when the cool breeze...
Best Jeans for Women Over 50
With maturity comes wisdom, along with the occasional change in our bodies that nothing seems to stop. But that shouldn’t signal a dramatic shift for your wardrobe, especially if you love your denim and...
Why We Love Kris Jenner Style (And You Should Too!)
Style icons come in all ages, shapes and sizes. Kardashian matriarch Kris Jenner is the least flamboyant of her clan, and we love her for it. Whether she’s walking the red carpet or the...
How to Wear Leggings as Pants After 50
For the last decade, leggings as pants have gone from “absolutely not” to a way of life. We know that teenagers and even young adults can pull off wearing leggings as pants, but what...
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 don’t feel comfortable in low neck tops or too tight of clothes. I have a fixed income, so I can’t just...
How To: Shorts for Women Over 50
Warm weather doesn’t stop because you’re over 50. We know shorts can be a challenging buy, though, because every store seems to carry only two options. You have the short-short, designed strictly for teenage...
Mother of the Bride Dresses — 5 Picks Under $100
Congratulations to you, Mother of the Bride! Your daughter’s big day is on the calendar, and you’re playing a leading role in the memory-making. Oh, and the photo-taking, too, which is probably why you’re...
What to Wear to a Wedding When You’re Over 60
Need some inspiration in the form of dresses for 60-year-old wedding guests? You’ve asked, and we picked out some styles we know you’ll love. Whether your style is fashion-forward, trendy or classic, there’s something...
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 outgrown that awkward self-consciousness, my personal style is what it is (take it or leave it), and there are...
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 and I’m over 40. Seems like I may have broken one, maybe two of those ‘rules’ about age-appropriate fashion —...
Stacked Bracelets: How To Wear ‘Em
Thanks to Soothi for partnering with me and providing the bracelets for this post. If you want to go bold with your stacked bracelets, fall is the perfect season to do it. On super-hot...
Affordable Wedding Dresses For Older Brides
Your wedding day is on the calendar and you want to look and feel like a million bucks. But you’ve got this nagging feeling that your age might limit your selection of dresses. If...
AW15 Runway Looks for 40+ Women
Sure, the runway can look like an intimidating place with eccentric styling, wacky outfits and bizarre make-up. But beneath the avant garde nature and over-the-top theatrics, the runway is a great place to pick...
Product Review: Obaku Watches
I haven’t worn a watch in years. I’m not sure why — maybe I, like the rest of the world, just got used to getting the time off my phone. But wrist wear is...
Dating Over 50? Three Foolproof Looks To Wear On a First Date
Finding love the second time around can be daunting. Whether you’ve finally taken the plunge and agreed to that first date or you’re a seasoned pro and have been on the dating circuit for...
The Skinny Scarf: Fall Fashion Must Have
Contrary to popular belief, the skinny scarf is not just for the Saint Laurent crowd. Yes, the YSL girl is oft found stomping the runway in slip dresses, fur and these slinky accessories. But the...
Wearable Fall Fashion Trends to Revamp Your Wardrobe
Fall is on our doorstep. This time of year, shorts and dresses give way to warmer choices like boots and jackets. With every changing season, new looks pop up and old ones resurface. To...
10 Must-Have Chelsea Boots for Fall
It’s no question if you’ll be sporting Chelsea boots this autumn, but more a question of which. The staple that overtook riding boots as the new favorite is not only It Girl-approved by the likes...
Jumpsuits for Women Over 50: How to Look Stylish
Sure, jumpsuits for women may conjure up images of dodgy 80s pop stars, but the all-in-one has come a long way since the era of the ra-ra skirt. The latest offerings are chic and...
Top Tips For Buying Swimwear Over 50
Shopping for your vacation should be fun, right? But so many women dread the idea of buying new swimwear — particularly as they get older. While most of us mere mortals will never resemble...
About Me
Thanks for stopping by! I'm Catherine, your Budget Fashionista style editor. I'm a bargain shopper at heart, as I love nice things but hate paying for them! I'm also a personal finance writer who's been featured on USA Today and MSN Money.