How to Create a Professional Work Wardrobe on a Budget
Here are some quick budget style tips for those of us, whether it by choice or by force, are currently out there interviewing for a new job. It’s All About …
Here are some quick budget style tips for those of us, whether it by choice or by force, are currently out there interviewing for a new job. It’s All About …
There are hundreds, no, thousands of shops in Paris where you can find lots of jolie things. In fact this post could be divided into many, many parts, but for …
‘Tis the season for holiday movies, wearing toasty hats and getting some fake ones that everyone will admire. Wait, I’m talking about fake flowers. (What’d ya think?!) Anyway, real flowers are …
The following is a guest post from our friends at Lucky. Challenges abound for women of every size when it comes to shopping. Unless you’re lucky enough to have a …
Clémence Poésy is currently one of the “It” girls of the Parisian fashion world. Her status continues to rise, as she is not only known as a woman of impeccable …
For every teacher, putting together a professional yet stylish teacher’s wardrobe is a big challenge–even more so when doing it on a budget. Granted that there are seasonal fashion collections that …
Since I was a wee child, I’ve had a fixation with miniature-sized things. I would spend hours playing with wee-sized fruits and furniture and animals stuffed into dollhouses, and you …
Typically, this deal-minded gal tends to skip any store or Web site that requires a subscription or membership in order to spend money. Such annoying extravagances belong to gyms, magazines …
We’ve all seen an episode or two of Bridezillas. And if you haven’t, grab yourself a glass of wine and dive in to the show that highlights the worst of …
With the rise of “Say Yes To The Dress,” wedding dress shopping has been elevated to a national pastime – seriously, before that show, did you know the difference between …
So you’ve invested your 401(K) in every bridal magazine that ever existed, Pinterested yourself within an inch of your life and spent the last three months on a strict diet …
If you still get your makeover advice from a counter or salon, you’re basically living under a rock. You’re missing out on some serious tips, tricks and real-girl advice that …
You’ve been dropping carefully orchestrated, subtle hints to your man for months (5 months, 22 days, and 5 hours, but who’s counting?), and you always make sure to “pass by” …
Deep down, every one of us kind of wants to be Kate Middleton. But not because she gets to be a princess, and not because she’s married to a prince. …
So, there’s been a pile of clothes in the back of your closet for months now. They’re too old and worn to give to Goodwill or even sell on Ebay …
Raise your hand if you dream of owning a designer handbag? Chanel, Fendi, Gucci, Prada — they’re all stunning, to die for, fab and all the rest of it. Now, …
Yes, you read that headline right. Whether you’re hosting a platinum wedding with everyone you’ve ever met in attendance or you’re swapping vows on a remote island, we have found a gorgeous dress for your special day at a price you won’t believe. Take a look at these five cheap wedding dresses under $100 .
We think you’ll like what you see below, but if you don’t, you can find other great dresses for the same fantastic price. Each of our chosen retailers has multiple gowns for less than $100, so you’re sure to find a dress you love that also fits your wedding budget.
I’m always looking for simple ways to save money without turning my back on style. That normally means I gravitate towards sample sales, free products, coupons, and consignment shops, along …
Shopping clothing auction sites requires a few caveats: Beware of designer knock-offs Check the feedback ratings on sellers carefully Only pay through secure options like PayPal Once you’ve got those …
Kerry Washington is one exceptionally fashionable woman. When she steps out, you know you’re going to get a look that is innovative, glamorous and fashion forward. Kerry has an innate …
Halloween’s almost here (geez, can you believe it?). So it’s tough to think of easy halloween costume ideas that won’t destroy your Black Friday shopping budget, right? I mean, dropping $70 …
Ah, the joys of buying in bulk. It makes perfect sense when it comes to Advil and pistachios, but clothing? Most people join Costco to buy 36 rolls of toilet …
Most of us purchase designer handbags more because of the status carrying one conveys and less because of the quality. You can get a great, quality handbag at your local …
The History of Budget Fashion is a series of articles that explores the evolution of fashion on a budget. Forth and Towne was a concept store developed by Gap, Inc …
Worried about a recession, fashionista? Yeah, I don’t blame you, what with that global pandemic that seems to rage on and on unchecked. We had a good economic run between …
From its self-proclaimed humble beginnings in 1962, Kohls department store has expanded to now posses stores in 49 states. But more importantly, (for a fashionista, at least) they’ve gotten Vera …
Bloomingdale’s, the creator of the legendary brown bag, got started in the late 1800’s with the advent of the hoop skirt, and since then, the original department store has remained …
Being a professional woman, especially these days, does NOT mean you have an income — or budget — befitting your hard work OR your position. Unfortunately, no one you work …
For many Ann Taylor is the go to mall-based store for everyday work wear, and, why not, it’s one of the only clothing chains that focus on misses sizes (versus …
Victoria’s Secret is like the Holy Grail of sexy. Maybe it’s because your BFFs Alessandra Ambrosio and Chanel Iman are there to shop with you, or maybe it’s because you …
When most shoppers think of Talbots, thoughts of boring grandma separates often come to mind. However, the brand has undergone a major makeover and now, American fashionistas (budget or otherwise) …
A good hair day puts you in a great mood, and a good hair day that lasts several weeks, if not months, is pretty much priceless. But don’t tell your …
Just about everyone wants to be a style blogger these days, but it takes more than a good sense of fashion to make it happen. If you want to start …
One of the best ways to save money on clothing is to take good care of what you’ve already got—those classic, basic pieces in your closet will carry you through …
Target Missoni Boots for $30k. Vintage Chanel bags for $1,000. Everywhere you look, someone is trying to making a little side hustle off of their fashion finds on eBay. Of …
Not everyone can drop serious bucks on a dress for prom (especially since you’re going to most likely wear it just once), so here’s five places you can scoop up …
The scariest show on TV has to be WE TV’s Brideszilla. The smokey thing that eats people on ABC’s Lost ain’t got nothing on the Brides on that show. What …
People always tell you to dress for the job you want, not the job you have — that’s what it means to dress for success. The thing is, dressing for …
We’re all for broadening our horizons, and encouraging you to broaden yours, but this is definitely something that takes time and a lot of effort. Unfortunately, it’s too easy to …
The growing choice of online vintage consignment stores makes me happy. One of my favorite childhood memories involves rummaging through the racks of the local Junior League thrift store with …
What: WWD covers “The Oprah Effect,” as it’s so dubbed, detailing how Oprah Winfrey kicked the manufacturing of plus-size undergarments –cute ones—into action. Now bras and underwear for curvy women …
Is your Kate Spade bag or wallet fake? That’s the question at hand. Playful sophistication is the hallmark of Kate Spade New York, and since the brand’s launch in 1993, …
Clothing swaps online were popular during the last recession — but many of those online trading venues have gone by the wayside. Apparently the business value of clothing swaps is …
We’re on the go all the time, trying to snap up what we need in as little time (and for as little money) as possible! The good news is, we’re …
Many unsuspecting budget fashionistas spend up to $1000 on “authentic” Louis Vuitton bags that turn out to be fakes. Before purchasing your bag, read these basic rules to determine whether …
Budget Fashionista provides this review of the Eddie Bauer return policy for informational purposes only. These policies are subject to change. Eddie Bauer return policy Timing: One year Eddie Bauer …
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News from a BFF: Marilyn Machlowitz, Budget Fashionista Friend and Manhattan headhunter, recently returned from her first trip to Paris in 22 years and shared these bargain-savvy tips for this …
A closeout store like Big Lots is not the first thing that springs to mind for, er, fashionable shopping. Or the second. Or twelfth. But let’s change our mindset for …
Light tea cakes, sweet treats, steaming tea in paper thin china cups, and of course, flowers. Lots of flowers. Tea parties celebrate all the loveliness of spring and femininity and …
A reader asks: I need some serious help! I have huge breasts (size 44J) and I need help finding a good bra that fits. I reached out to the expert …
Imagine wearing the same dress, day in and day out, for one year. Pretty hard to imagine, right? Not if you are Seattle mom Alex Martin. Martin wore the same …
In March of 2007, The Budget Fashionista broke the news that Sarah Jessica Parker (aka Carrie from Sex and The City) was designing a line called “Bitten.” The line would …
Dear Budget Fashionista: I am a cash-strapped undergrad who is very tired of seeing hordes of banal A&E, Hollister, and Abercrombie zombies wandering my campus. What style advice do you …
Lawrence “The Fashion Guy” Zarian is busy spreading fashion tips to style hungry masses on shows like “Extra” and “Regis and Kelly.” The former model, now fashion guru, sits down …
This is a guest post about Australian fake bags, written by Sara Goldstein, formerly the Bargain Queen of down under. A couple of days ago, The Budget Fashionista asked me …
I’ve received tons of e-mails from people who want to know how to get into New York Fashion Week without press passes or invites. I am reluctant to give out …