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From the 1940s to the 1960s, there may not have been a more prominent style of footwear in the USA than saddle shoes. Popular with everyone from swanky business executives …
From the 1940s to the 1960s, there may not have been a more prominent style of footwear in the USA than saddle shoes. Popular with everyone from swanky business executives …
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 …
Cupid’s favorite holiday is on the horizon and last month’s award show glamour has us feeling inspired. Most of us can’t all roll out the red carpet or don a …
Khloe Kardashian has been quoted on her love of the leopard print, and we gotta say, who can blame her? I know the vibrant big-cat pattern gets overused in bodycon …
There’s only one thing we love more than great workout gear to get our fitness goals in motion — and that’s pieces that flex beyond their initial form and function. …
With superstorms, Arctic blasts and rain popping up all over the place, it’s safe to say we’re waiting not-so-patiently for warmer spring weather. Yeah, it’s only January and we’re not even halfway through winter …
As the prom season approaches, you’re going to want to do everything you can to find the perfect dress for the occasion. Whether your gal pals show it or not, …
Black was the color of the evening for the Golden Globes, but celebrities showed a fuller fashion range at the 2018 Critics’ Choice Awards. Our fav leading ladies dazzled in …
Quick, what’s the iconic garment of 90s fashion? For me, it’s the crop top — showing off miles of midriff above a pair of baggy, light wash jeans. Funny thing …
Ahh, New Year’s Eve. For a party girl, it’s the most anticipated “night out” of the year, even though it usually fails to live up to the hype. The morning …
For most of us, the holidays kick off the season of snug. Whether you’re stuck indoors after a freak storm or choosing to hole up with friends or fam for …
The trends can be good to us, or they can be bad. Remember in the ’80s, when Madonna convinced us that lacy, fingerless gloves were edgy and cool? Yeah, that’s …
Layering can be your bestie or your worst enemy. On one hand, layering garments staves off the chills and gives you creative freedom to use old pieces in new ways. …
Why do you care about trench coat and sweater dress outfits? Because although being creative with your style is super fun, there are days when you need to save your …
There’s a crisp nip in the air that can only signal one thing: winter weather has arrived. And since you’d rather your appendages not suffer from frostbite, or even frost-nibble, …
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 …
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Thank you to Nike for collaborating on this post about cold-weather gear. All opinions are my own. Spanish novelist Miguel de Unamuno once said that man dies of coldness, not …
Thanksgiving! The day for food, friends and family, plus reflection on and gratitude for everything that’s going well in life. Whether you cook at home or tour your way through …
Leave the little black blazer to winter fetes and NYE, because there’s a new office-wear essential in the mix. It’s the check blazer, and every fashion lover needs one. In …
If you’re old enough to remember the Seinfeld episode about a pirate shirt, you know that ruffles, no matter how trendy, can go terribly wrong. Poor George destroys his promising …
Two L.A. businesswomen are using Kickstarter to launch a jewelry brand that promises high-end pieces at a fraction of normal retail prices. The line, called Cy Collection, will feature bracelets, necklaces …
With the cold weather season comes holidays, festive parties and a heightened level of decadence. This year, amongst the luxe knits, fur trimmings and sparkle, you’ll find an old favorite …
Halloween is everyone’s favorite time to dress up, but for a fashion girl? It’s just another day to play with clothes. So let’s be real — why would we want …
Size-inclusive brand Universal Standard is bringing its model search and pop-up shop to St. Louis on October 23. The event will be held at Third Degree Glass Factory (5200 Delmar) from 12 …
What’s buzzier than an actress who happens to have killer style? An actress who’s a potential princess and a badass humanitarian to boot. If you’re not already tuned into the Suits …
So I’m walking through DSW — which was wholly my husband’s idea by the way — and I see an entire row dedicated to what I’ll call statement sneakers. Sneakers …
Don’t worry, this isn’t just another post prodding you to “put a leather on it.” (Which, admittedly, we do love!) But those stylish slips and sundresses you’ve stockpiled all summer …
This fall, Rebel Wilson debuted her contemporary collection for women size 14 and up. This signature concept from the Australian entertainment icon is rooted in the belief that style has …
Summer may be over, but the floral trend that exploded last spring is still alive and kicking. Those big, bold prints we flaunted all over town are transitioning into a …
If the A/W ’17 catwalks told us anything, it’s to make fashion fun again. Instead of the buttoned-up aesthetic fall has come to represent, we saw a whimsy typically reserved …
With a year or so to wait for the finale, it’s safe to say we’re all left looking for something to fill the unnerving Game of Thrones void. And while …
Runway looks are made to suit the amazons and sample sizes. Yeah, we said it. What works on models rarely works for the rest of us. Yes, fashion weeks around the …
Thank you to TOBI for collaborating on this post. All opinions are my own. Learn how to winterize summer clothes so you can take advantage of off-season apparel sales (and …
The boot is back. We’re not talking about sleek, sexy boots either (though we like those too). This season, it’s all about the chunky lug boot — the footwear that’s …
The only good thing about the unavoidable end of summer is the fresh stock of styles that show up in our fav stores. Fall always brings in a rich selection …
Lauren Hutton, Jackie Kennedy and Katharine Hepburn. These ladies are hall-of-fame style icons, and they’re also women known to have stepped out wearing wide-leg trousers. Perhaps that’s how this silhouette …
The old saying goes that a woman can never have too many shoes. But then reality sets in — the money in your wallet and the space in your closet …
There is absolutely no reason why plus size sistas can’t be fabulous at the beach. It’s taken decades for swimwear designers to catch on to the fact that, hey, full-figured …
Way back in 2005, the tunic emerged as spring’s “must-have piece.” And why not? After the crops of the ’90s, most of us were happy to see a forgiving, flow-y …
Editor’s note: This post was originally about the Belstaff Colonial Messenger Bag, which became the it-bag when Nicole Kidman donned it in The Interpreter. Sadly, the famous Belstaff bag is no …
What do Pippa and Kate Middleton, Reese Witherspoon and Beyonce have in common? I so wish I could say they’re collaborating on a Thelma & Louise remake, but that’s not …
When I’m going to the beach, I get so excited about the ocean, the cocktails, and my toes in the sand that I forget some of the practical matters. How …
As a mom, it’s easy to neglect what you wear. Your priority is the family, after all. Mornings are a rush of getting the kids ready, and evenings, you’re focused …
The bralette is soft, lightweight, and easy to layer under t-shirts and blouses. If you crave an alternative to a stiff bra, the bralette is your answer. Most of them …
Contouring 101 Contouring promises to ‘reshape’ and define your facial features. Want your cheekbones to look more prominent, your forehead to look less square, or your round face to seem …
I’m not gonna lie — jumpsuits are hard to wear. They involve the same challenges you have finding a one-piece bathing suit that fits. The torso is too long or …
While we’re just feeling the heat wave here in the states, Europe is already at the height of its summer, making hot spots like Amalfi, Positano and Capri primo places …
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 …
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, …
Budget-minded babes know the simplest (and most affordable!) way to update your look for a season is through a few key accessories. And for summer? It’s all about an earthy …
Veteran beach babes just aren’t satisfied with the old rectangular, terrycloth towel. First, there’s the shape: too short for some, too skinny for others. And then, there’s the issue of …
Fashion has always had a thing for recycling the most notorious trends into chicer, more refined choices. And we’re so thankful for that! Because the ’90s revival is in full …
Clothes aren’t the only thing you want to shed when summer turns up the heat. Accessories, too, can use a summer overhaul. And the first thing to go, for comfort’s …
Summer’s must-have piece? The flirty, flouncy off the shoulder top, of course. And this trend isn’t just for the younger ladies. Most off shoulder tops are pretty adjustable through the shoulder …
Style is a very personal thing, for sure. But an occasional outside nudge — or even a hard shove — can keep you from falling into the jeans and t-shirt rut. (Yeah, …
Even the most uninvolved shopper knows the basics of buying summer — you’re after lighter shades and lighter fabrics to beat the heat. For the average consumer, this means comfy and breathable cotton …
The phrase ‘elastic waistband’ always makes me think of shapeless, soft denim pants you might see your crazy aunt wearing. There’s nothing wrong with those baggy, pull-up trousers, but they …
Prom feels like the biggest night of your life, which makes choosing from the tons of gorgeous prom dresses out there today almost as hard as your geometry final. We know …
Trend, ho! Dock your standard nautical stripes because there’s a new set of land-based lines boarding. Bright and cheery seaside stripes are here to shake up your spring and summer. This old cool-girl …
Let’s get practical here. We’re in the throws of wedding season, and you’ve read every blog post there is about what to wear to a wedding. All those tips are …
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 …
If you thought the silhouettes sent down spring runways were looking a bit geometric, you were right. Origami folds were on display in spades, giving new styles an ’80s geo …
This post is sponsored by DiscountGlasses.com. All opinions are my own. We talk a lot about proportions here at Budget Fashionista. Having balance in your outfit, makeup or your eyewear lets your …
The great unsmiling one, Victoria Beckham, offered a limited edition fashion line-up at Target in 2017. The collection was a hit and sold out fast — leaving many would-be fashionistas …
Scoot your skinny jeans to the back of the closet, wide legs are making their way back to the forefront. And not just any wide silhouette, the cropped kind, to …
After a flurry of spring collections featuring retro prints and big, chunky accessories, Noon by Noor’s Fall 2017 collection was a refreshing exploration of simplicity. Solid colors, mostly neutrals, and …
Marcel Ostertag lit up the runway with his fall 2017/winter 2018 collection at New York fashion week. His style this season was an eclectic mix of vintage patterns, garments with …
Saying goodbye to the cold may feel pretty satisfying, but it’s not nearly as much fun as welcoming spring with a smile and some fresh, on-trend garments. Spring is most …
Need a new perspective on your wardrobe? You’ll get it with a look at these four fabulous outfits by House of Anita Dongre, one of India’s most celebrated designers. All five looks …
At your next trip into Target, swing by the jewelry counter and check out SUGARFIX by BaubleBar. SUGARFIX arrived on Target.com and in 900 Target stores on Tuesday, January 31. SUGARFIX is a Target-exclusive …
So you’ve been summoned to jury duty. The usual reaction to that news is less than positive, but set aside those feelings for a moment. Because in that jury duty summons …
Why shop the best perfumes for women on a budget? Well, because nothing sets the mood for date night like a fragrance. If you’re going out with your steady, a …
Boyfriend jeans are a favorite pick for off-duty models and celebrities. Get the look right and you have an ensemble that’s carefree, casual and chic all rolled into one. Get …
We’re starting 2017 off with some self-love! Last week, we chatted with female fashion entrepreneur Anne Claire Isabella about her own inspiring story. Now we’d like you to meet Larissa Gonzales, another …
We’ll be frank: it’s hard enough trying to layer up in winter to keep warm without looking like a marshmallow. But add in the height factor, and it’s easy to feel …
I know the score — you want UGG boots, but you can’t or won’t swallow the steep price tag. I get it. We’ve been pretty rough on UGGs here at Budget Fashionista for …
It’s almost time for Valentine’s Day, so here’s to getting a head start on your date night attire! A common challenge in choosing date night dresses is finding that balance …
It’s time to kill that old New Year’s resolution about losing weight. Right? The New Year, New You thing has been disappointing women for way too long. Unless you’re under doctors orders …
Every few years there’s a new statement accessory making the rounds. For the past 11 months (and more), it’s been all about the ’90s choker trend revival. Skinny or wide, satin or velvet, …
“I have nothing to wear!!” Holiday parties are notorious for sparking those frantic, closet-searching moments when you declare you’ve got nothing — absolutely nothing — to wear. In this case, …
When it comes to holiday dressing, we’re always focused on the clothes. But you don’t have to be laced-up in a gown to make a show-stopping statement at each and every …
Welcome to the second in our Dress Like the Best (Over 40 Edition) series! Today we’re celebrating Cate Blanchett style — Cate is 47 years young, a Taurus, acclaimed Australian …
Surprise! The 90s are back — fashionably speaking, anyways. We wouldn’t have predicted this one either. Had you told us in the 2000s that the 90s fashion trend would be …
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 …
New York Fashion Week has long gone, and we’re still processing! Pouring over the photos, reading the write-ups, we’re still trying to figure out the big takeaways for SS17. (Besides another …
If you’re looking for sample sales in London, you’re in the right place. Here’s our list of upcoming London sample sales! More on Sample Sales Everything About Sample Sales New …
Here is the lowdown on sample sales in Miami over the next 30 days! More on Sample Sales Everything About Sample Sales New York Sample Sales LA Sample Sales San …
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’ …
It is by no means cold yet, but even California girls like Kendall and Gigi have begun working outerwear into their routines. And what’s the one trend that seems to be on …
Cookie Lyon of Empire is the fiercest female character on TV right now, and her over-the-top, power fashion sense is always inspiring. With Empire Season 2 just out on DVD and Empire …
At New York Fashion Week this year, Artistix inspired us with solid-color jumpsuits and rompers — the stuff low-maintenance fashionistas live for! Even better, this collection makes us feel like summer weather …
The Ralph Lauren Pre-Fall 2019 collection is the stuff of style dreams. Rich brown hues, metallics, knits and plaids layer atop each other for outfits that are flat-out classy. Classy, …
The Jeremy Scott SS17 collection at New York Fashion Week brought vibrant hues, big hair, and fearless prints to the runway this fall. If you love to rock a splash of color …
If there’s one thing to say about silhouette trends, it’s that they unfold in sweeping multitudes. Think back to the start of any iconic style — baggy jeans, cigarette pants, …
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 …
Let’s thank Kanye West for bringing neutrals on the radar with his Spring 2017 collection. Although Kanye’s Yeezy Season 4 fashion show had mixed reviews and plenty of haters, the …
Instead of restocking your autumn closet with more of the same, consider some trend shoes to round out the mix this season. You can stir the style pot with some fresh picks …
If you’re a working gal and you haven’t invested in what I like to call “seasonal blazering,” then you’re missing out. What better way to take a solid colored shirt …
Kitten heels have gotten bad rap from style bloggers who insist women should be wearing a higher heel. But let’s face it: not everyone can pull off a 5-inch heel, …