Search results for: online shopping

Budgeting is tedious. And figuring out the 50/30/20 budget when you love clothes? Too limiting. You say it’s awful and worse than listening to cats fight. But now is the …

Want to see my latest Haverdash unboxing? You’re in the right place. I opened my latest shipment in front of the camera and then tried on each of the pieces …

Remember when our ethical fashion options were slim pickens? No more! UK-based Lara Intimates is proving that ethical lingerie can be sexy and accessible.

Clothes for college don’t have to be fancy. You’re not in high school anymore, and the vibe is totally different. Here are 4 strategies to win the style game.

You can wear crop tops without baring miles of your abs. Here are four inspiring outfits, plus some styling hacks to make this look work for your body type.

The cape trend seems to come and go without warning. Truth be told, it’s just practical enough to pass as a non-trend — you need to stay warm when it’s …

This post about fall accessories is sponsored by Jord. All opinions are my own. You’ve heard the advice 1,000 times before: When the seasons change, it’s time to give your …

We rent cars, homes, and movies—why not get into clothing rental too? Renting is cheaper and requires way less commitment than buying, and those are two benefits a budget fashionista …

We’ve been hearing lots about body positivity lately—the idea that everyone should have a positive view of her body, regardless of societal expectations, media or cultural influences. It sounds dreamy, …

I have a love/hate relationship with Kohl’s. What I love? Trendy, wearable styles for less. What I hate? The inconsistency. One day, I might load up my cart with options …

Let’s talk about designer footwear. If your budget doesn’t quite align with your high-design tastes, you might feel a pang of sadness when Shopstyle shows you those $1,200 Fendi boots …

If all of your girlfriends have gone silent, they may be immersed in the Nordstrom Anniversary Sale. It’s Nordy’s biggest sale of the year, and Early Access Week of the …

You don’t have to live in New York or L.A. to experience the wonder of a sample sale. Even if you do live in the Big Apple, it’s probably still …

Want to look like a million bucks when you’ve only got 10? Chin up, girl, because it can be done! And it doesn’t have to involve wearing giant cubic zirconia …

Dear Budget Fashionista, I really need your help. Even though I wear a clothing size 12, I have VERY wide calves (plus size—about the size of someone who wears a …

Dear Budget Fashionista, I am very sensitive to metallic jewelry (I think it’s a nickel allergy), but I want to wear jewelry. I’m not allergic to gold, but it’s expensive …

If you dream of owning the classic Chanel 2.25 bag or a chic Burberry trench, but your checkbook says otherwise, this post is for you. Shopping for discount designer clothes …

Founded by Elio Fiorucci in 1967, Fiorucci is an iconic Italian fashion label best known for its on-trend selection of jeans, graphic tees, and statement vinyl trousers. Over the last …

American fashion designer Anna Sui (pronounced: AN-na SOO-ee) is best known for her ready-to-wear collections with a boho-chic aesthetic. Originally from Detroit, Sui has mastered the art of combining bright …

If you’re a devoted Target shopper like the rest of us, you’ve probably been anxiously waiting for the drop of the new Hunter collection. The latest Target fashion collaboration with …

On April 16, iconic designer label Bottega Veneta (pronounced: Bo-TAY-ga Ve-NE-tah) launched its newest home collection during Milan’s Salone del Mobile. The home line-up was born with a single bench design …

Do you know how to buy a bathrobe? Whether your answer is, “huff, of course,” or “um, no?,” then I’ll ask you to read on. Every woman who appreciates a …

The bad news about getting serious with beauty is that the products cost a lot. You can easily burn through several hundred dollars in a single shopping trip just to buy …

Breast Cancer Awareness month is here again, and it’s time to refocus our support for this terrible disease. Sadly, history tells us that one in eight women will be diagnosed …

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 …

Thanks to Dealspotr for collaborating on this post. All opinions are my own. When I was nine-years-old, my mom bought me a pair of knock-off Vans at Payless — the …

Summary The Budget Fashionista Summer, 2017 Shopper Survey gaged self-identified budget shoppers on how they make purchase decisions and where they prefer to shop. The majority of the survey’s 100 …

The high waistlines and modest cuts of retro-inspired bottoms are all over the internet these days—but are the headlines claiming their universally flattering qualities correct? Site after site likens the …

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 …

I love step hem jeans. I love them with pumps, with booties, with sneakers. They’re a nice change-up on the old crop pant, and at my age, they even feel …

Knowing how to shop a brick-and-mortar store is different than knowing how to shop online: we tend to take the quick click route — which is the shortest amount of …

Budget brides, this is a guest post from our friends at Devotion Dresses. We asked the Devotion Dresses team for their best tips on wedding dress shopping for the discerning …

Someone asked me the other day if Groupon was still around. Yes, Groupon lives on still — though it’s moved well beyond the local deals that were the focus of the …

My fellow fashionistas, note that Glasses USA provided me with a free pair of glasses so I could test the shopping experience and share my feedback with you. Read on for …

The best budget shoppers always talk about finding and using coupons, but that’s easier said than done. Searching online for coupons is just plain overwhelming. You often end up on …

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 …

157.1 million Americans are about to be hit with holiday debt. December is, for many families, one of the most expensive months of the year. This year, the average spend on …

Ugly Christmas sweaters have gone from a common thread to an in-demand trend. If you’re still in need of an ugly statement-maker, we have some inspiration for you! Here are …

Fashionistas, I am an influencer in the Dealspotr community and I am being compensated for this Dealspotr review. (Read on to see how too can earn a few bucks on Dealspotr!) …

Content sponsored by Tahari ASL. All opinions are my own. I suspect my millennial daughters aren’t really sure what a cocktail dress is. Once a formal staple of the wealthy woman’s closet, the …

One of the Internet’s biggest conveniences in regards to a hefty shopping habit, is the ability to check prices on demand. But the consequence of this convenience is the gnawing compulsion …

Hundreds of millions of people shop at Macy’s. The department store chain uses its 750 retail locations plus Macys.com to deliver a wide range of fashion, beauty and accessory items …

The countdown to Christmas has officially begun, and that means a host of dinners and parties is on the horizon. This time of year, you might cringe at the idea of …

Even though we’re already in September and we’re all starting to feel like summer will soon fade out, festival fashion has a longer way to go still. Little boho-chic touches to …

The fashion truck brings personalized service and unique garments to an event near you. Here are 5 ways to maximize your mobile boutique shopping experience.

If you’re a true fashionista who strives to keep up with current trends, you may want to indulge in a shoe membership. While the concept behind shoe membership clubs is …

If you’ve never heard of Nasty Gal, you might be questioning our standards for style and social decorum. But pay no mind to this online retailer’s naughty-sounding name — because this …

The name alone is like something out of the fashion dark ages: “Petite Sophisticate.” Was there really a time that we—us girls of diminutive stature—said, “that’s what I need, a store …

Fall is the time when shoppers tend to turn their thoughts from summer easy casual fashion to fall’s latest fashion trends. While, we love fall’s fashion, it can be a …

What’s more terrifying than trying on swimsuits surrounded by mirrors in fluorescent lights? Paying a small fortune for a piece of body-baring Spandex. But don’t worry, we got your back …

What’s not to love about ASOS, the UK-based online-only,  global fashion and beauty retailer. Here are our 8 top “whys” but not in any particular ranking. 1. So Many Affordable …

Many types of garments don’t provide enough plus-size options. But we can’t really say the same about plus-size jeans. There are several brands with fabulous denim options, including ASOS Curve, …

The nature of my plus size fashion tips have evolved over the years. There was a time when I was writing mostly about where you could find stylish plus sized …

I guess the closest thing I have to a family heirloom  is a gorgeous, ruby red punch bowl that  I use now as a fruit bowl.  I value the gem-like qualities …

A reader asks: I love shoes! But I need direction on wide shoe stores. I have a bunion and need wide shoes. My size is 7w. I’m nervous about buying …

Dear Budget Fashionista: Hi! I’ve just started getting into “fashion” hose and tights in order to liven up my boring lawyer wardrobe. However, I have a few problems. First, I …

Everyone, it seems, has an opinion about the dos and don’ts of style. Depending on whom you listen to, you might stop wearing white after Labor Day or throw your …

Q: I am a plus-size bride in dire searching for beautiful cheap plus size wedding dresses. I live in the New York area and everything seems to be in a size …

Big or not too big, that is the question. Where do you prefer to shop: the big box stores or your neighborhood’s one-of-a-kind boutiques? Coming from a family of small …

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 …

Tired of scouring Craigslist for a reliable deal on a couch free of stains and shady salespersons? Not impressed with the quadruple digit price tags at all your local furniture …

Why shop Amazon? As its name implies, Amazon is a winding, veritable jungle chock-full of fabulous finds and steep discounts. Seriously. From hard-to-find makeup must-haves to designer duds, home necessities …

We absolutely love reading other blogs, especially beauty blogs, to get great ideas on makeup or read new product reviews. We also love to get beauty information whether it’s medical …

Target. Just the sight of the word makes us giddy. I mean, we’re talking “ssshhhing” family and friends whenever commercials come on giddy. Perusing their site hourly giddy. And so we’re …

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” …

With budgets tighter than ever, it’s a tough time for brides who want their dream wedding but don’t have a dream bank account to back it up. But as every …

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, …

We’ll say it, these stores are cheap. Sometimes we mean in price, and sometimes we mean in quality, but if you’re shopping these correctly, you only need trend store selections …

Department stores are the ultimate one-stop shop for budget fashionista needs. Filled with all the designer brands we know and love at promotional prices, these stores offer fashion, beauty, and …

If you’re making a full-blown mall trip, it’s easy to caught up in multiple-store mayhem and the hustle and bustle of holiday sales. Find out which mall-based stores are worth …

In the eyes of a budget fashionista, it doesn’t get much better than luxury outlet. Saks Fifth Avenue’s outlet store, Off Fifth, houses all the same designer amenities you know …

The best thing about the Neiman Marcus Last Call outlet is that the brand offers an e-commerce option. Neiman Marcus is one of the few luxury retailers that have their …

A bandeau top is a band-shaped top covering specifically the breasts. It’s worn like a tube top or crop top. While bandeaus are often associated with swimwear, they’ve matured into …

A “banana republic” refers to an unstable country. However, Banana Republic, the chain of stores owned by Gap’s parent company, is one of the most consistently dependable shopping destinations for …

If the smell of fresh leather wafting from a shoe box makes you smile, then Zappos is the site for you. This online retailer carries more styles of shoes than …

When it comes to swoon-worthy fashion, nobody does it better than Nordstrom. However, if your champagne taste requires a beer budget, then it’s time to hit Nordstrom Rack. The department …

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 …

Chain stores haters can resist all they want, but when it comes to affordable, trend-forward basics, nobody beats the Gap (yes, we know it’s “Gap”, but we just can’t help …

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 …

At a time when prestige, mass and salon products were sold through distinct channels like department stores, drug stores and spas, Ulta showed up and changed the game of beauty. …

The only thing better than getting to tell everyone, “Oh, I just threw this on” is actually just trowing it on, and looking amazing in it. This is why we …

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 …

Think Craigslist is the only online classified site out there? We’ve done a little digging and, lo and behold, there are other options. While it’s true that classifieds are not …

You can achieve star quality style without breaking the bank. The key to looking like a celebrity isn’t found in a bunch of designer labels, but in how you wear …

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 …

Each day at 8 a.m. Pacific, before many west coast retail stores open, and long before trophy wives tote their toy dogs into Rodeo Drive boutiques, millions of women are …

Their customer is the young, professional woman. She wants fashion that reflects her up-to-the-minute sense of style, that gets her compliments at work, that turns heads. She wants fashion that …

A fashionista gets excited about the small things when she’s shopping– the gilded lettering above the front door of a designer boutique, that first to-die-for ensemble featured in the window, …

Here’s a bit of fashion trivia for you beauty-and-brains bearing fashionistas out there: In 1818, Henry Sands Brooks made history with the first ready-to-wear fashion emporium in America. He called …

We’ve all heard about a friend (or a friend’s ex-boyfriend’s third cousin) selling goods on Etsy.com — and you know at Budget Fashionista we’re BIG fans of the unique/fun/quirky/vintage fashion …

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) …

Before Forever 21 and Charlotte Russe hit it big with young, frugal shopaholics, Wet Seal was serving up contemporary fashions to the masses, and they’re still bringing the trends to …

We know you love Charlotte Russe for their $20 platform wedges and $4 earrings, but before your start loading up your dressing room with the retailers fashions, there are a …

Group buying sites like Groupon aren’t as powerful as they used to be. But still, some of them are worth perusing. If you’re in the market for local services (like …

Plus-sized women everywhere can thank real estate investor Joseph Sitt for bringing Ashley Stewart stores and clothes to the masses. Sitt founded the retailer in 1991, after identifying a massive …

The following is a guest post from our friends at Lucky. Okay, so you already know all about Polyvore and Gilt Groupe. But it’s not just the biggies that are …

Looking for sexy, supportive plus size bras? Good news: Gone are the days when plus size women have to wear ugly bras made out of industrial material available in the …

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 …

Its hard not to have a crush on Topshop. With its stylish and trendy collections, exotic, British appeal, and Kate Moss’s line (which is leaving us..tears), Topshop is a goldmine …