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Chic White Pieces to Wear After Labor Day
White after Labor Day? While grandma might gasp in horror, we say yes wholeheartedly to some crisp whites and ivories in the fall. After all, it’s always fun to spice up your style with...
6 Fall Essentials for $50 or Less
As the weather begins to transition and we start looking ahead to fall, we’re setting our sights on the essentials that make cooler conditions more tolerable. You likely already have the wardrobe staples —...
6 Amazing Jeans Outfits — Wait for It…
This is an intervention — a jeans rut intervention. I know, we tricked you into being here with that headline. Sorry about that. But there are times we can slip into a jeans-and-tee rut...
Trending Fall Shoes You Can Actually Wear
We can’t resist a chic pair of shoes — and the change of seasons provides the perfect excuse to invest in a few new styles. So, of course, we scoured the interwebs for trending...
The Most Important Style Lessons from Queen Bey
She’s an icon in every sense of the word. Beyoncé is no stranger to anything dynamic — she turns heads for her incredible talent and her on-point fashion sense. Is it any wonder that...
Upgrade Your Casual: Add The Denim Dress to Your Style Game
Without question, denim is a fashion mainstay. You’re as likely to have it in your closet as you are to have an LBD, a crisp white shirt or a tailored trouser. But it’s also...
Fur-ocious for Fall: Affordable Statement Makers to Scoop Up Now
Ah, the luxurious feel of faux fur. It’s a trend that will never truly expire, because it’s affordable, animal-friendly and oh-so-indulgent. And as summer wanes each year, we see a new influx of creative...
5 Reasons to Add a Shark Bite Dress to Your Summer Wardrobe
The shark bite dress — also known as a dress with a handkerchief hem — is visually interesting, generally flattering and also perfect for warm, sticky summer days. You’ll want one in your summer wardrobe because...
Gorgeous All-Cotton Outfits to Get Us Through Summer
Cotton is an all-star summer fabric. The breathable material keeps you cool and comfortable during the balmiest days of the year, and has the added bonus of being naturally low maintenance. Because cotton holds...
Once Upon a Time in Hollywood: Premiere Looks for Less
It’s not just you: Everyone is buzzing about “Once Upon a Time in Hollywood,” the latest blockbuster from Quentin Tarantino starring Brad Pitt, Leonardo DiCaprio and Margot Robbie. And the premiere, held at TCL...
Wearing Shorts with Heels: How to Do it Right
You see it often, both in real life and on the feeds. Pairing shorts with heels looks so chic and photo-worthy — but it’s also daunting if you’re not accustomed to wearing this look....
Fall Preview: What the Runways Predict for AW19
It’s that time of year again! We’re staring down the start of fall and the job of curating the closet for chillier days ahead. Luckily the AW19 shows were packed with amazing, covet-worthy picks...
Summer Outfit Picks for Moms and their Littles
Is there anything cuter than a matching set for you and your little? Yeah, we don’t think so either. And, the newest crop of mommy and me fashions is downright amazing — they’re cute,...
Move Over Leopard: There’s a New Spot Trending
Everyone loves a good leopard print. It’s ferocious, feisty, fierce and fun. You can’t go wrong, really, mostly because it’s achieved classic status at this point. But right now there’s another patterned player vying...
Sundresses — 4 Styles and 12 Picks Under $50
Sundresses for summer? How inventive, right? But let’s take a minute to put aside the preconceived notions and focus what really makes these single silhouettes great. Sure, they’re feminine and flirty. And they’re also...
The Tribal Print: How Fashionistas Are Wearing It Now
Ever since “The Lion King” premiere, “I Just Can’t Wait to be King” is on repeat in my head. And that’s a good thing. Why not brighten the day with some happy, hopeful lyrics...
Airport Style: Feel Like a Celeb in These Airport Outfits
If you’ve ever sped through the airport at breakneck speed, racing against the clock to reach your gate in time, then you know it can be more than a little challenging to look even...
The New Era of Smocked Tops and Dresses
Smocked tops and dresses used to be the stuff of tube tops and toddler dresses. But no more. That’s right — smocking is back and today’s version has an upgraded, more sophisticated vibe. It’s...
7 Streetwear Brands To Watch
Thank you to Serena Yang for contributing this post about streetwear brands to watch. So…about streetwear. It’s a genre that defies definition. Skater and punk styles stand alongside classic hip-hop and active wear, with...
The Most Popular (Budget-Friendly) White Summer Dresses on Amazon
There are few pieces more synonymous with summer than the classic white dress. As timeless as it is breezy and relaxed, it’s ideal for anything on your agenda. Dress it up with statement accessories...
Summer Outfit Style Inspo From the Feeds
Something we do pretty often? Check the ‘gram for of-the-moment style ideas that are as chic as they are inspiring. You never know when you’ll find a look you wouldn’t have considered before you...
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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.