Purses for spring — top 5 trending purse styles
If you’re ready to retire the hefty tote you hauled around all winter and embrace something lighter and fresher for the season, here are five purses for spring that are sure to step up your style game.
10 dresses for a spring wedding under $100
Spring (aka wedding season) is approaching fast. And this year, your spring wedding calendar may… Read More »10 dresses for a spring wedding under $100
Wearing animal prints: Dos and don’ts
In honor of World Wildlife Day (March 3), let’s talk animal prints! Animal prints are… Read More »Wearing animal prints: Dos and don’ts
Clothing inflation: 6 ways to stay stylish as prices rise
Are clothes affected by inflation? Absolutely. Clothing inflation hasn’t been an issue for all of… Read More »Clothing inflation: 6 ways to stay stylish as prices rise
Romantic weekend getaway outfits
Valentine’s Day and Presidents’ Day set the stage for a weekend retreat — whether you’re in… Read More »Romantic weekend getaway outfits
Valentine’s lingerie: 8 pieces you’ll both love
The small gestures promise to make Valentine’s Day memorable for you and your special someone.… Read More »Valentine’s lingerie: 8 pieces you’ll both love
Simply Vera Vera Wang spring collection: Past its prime
Vera Wang made herself famous with a nonchalant approach to style and luxury. The native… Read More »Simply Vera Vera Wang spring collection: Past its prime
January sales shopping: Try these inspiring picks
A fresh start can take many forms. You could get a fresh hairdo, a new lip color, or — my favorite strategy — do some January sales shopping for a wardrobe refresh.
How to dress for a cocktail party, step by step
Here are five steps to building the perfect cocktail party outfit, plus pieces that’ll inspire… Read More »How to dress for a cocktail party, step by step
Last-minute gifts on Amazon Prime, perfect for fashion gals
The clock is ticking! If you’re still on the hunt for the perfect gift for… Read More »Last-minute gifts on Amazon Prime, perfect for fashion gals
Holiday shopping: 9 ways to save $1,000+
Holiday shopping is about to get real. Retailers have been through some tough times lately… Read More »Holiday shopping: 9 ways to save $1,000+
How to wear punk fashion when you’re 40+
Way back in the ’80s, I fancied myself a punk rock girl. In those days,… Read More »How to wear punk fashion when you’re 40+
33 top gift cards for everyone on your list
Let’s talk gift cards — specifically the top gift cards to give this year. Gift… Read More »33 top gift cards for everyone on your list
Simply Vera vera wang fall/Winter picks from kohl’s
Budget Fashionista has been covering Kohl’s Simply Vera Vera Wang collection since at least 2010.… Read More »Simply Vera vera wang fall/Winter picks from kohl’s
15 pink coats for head-turning style
Gone are the days of dark outerwear — this season has a fresher take on… Read More »15 pink coats for head-turning style
8 best beauty face masks for this holiday Season
I couldn’t find the numbers, but I’d bet that money spent on beauty face masks… Read More »8 best beauty face masks for this holiday Season
9 winter coat trends you’ll love wearing
What’s shaking in coat trends this year? I see coats extending the rule-breaking vibe that… Read More »9 winter coat trends you’ll love wearing
5 ways to style harem pants
This post about harem pants is sponsored by Buddha Pants . All opinions are my… Read More »5 ways to style harem pants
Fall fashion colors: 7 gorgeous color strategies to try now
We’re staring down the end of summer — that time of year we normally put… Read More »Fall fashion colors: 7 gorgeous color strategies to try now
9 best woman-owned jewelry and fashion stores you’ve never heard of
The Budget Fashionista’s most popular post is a list of the best online clothing stores… Read More »9 best woman-owned jewelry and fashion stores you’ve never heard of
Long torso? 9 styling strategies you’ll love
The runways tell us it’s better to have long legs vs. a long torso, but… Read More »Long torso? 9 styling strategies you’ll love
Fashion basics: Classic accessories we all need
For most budget fashionistas, the accessory is the closet’s hardest-working fashion basic. When you have… Read More »Fashion basics: Classic accessories we all need
9 hand accessories to up your style on the cheap
Hand accessories are a budget fashionista’s secret weapon. A jingly bracelet stack or a flashy… Read More »9 hand accessories to up your style on the cheap
The very best beach outfits — and how to copy them
Summer is in full swing and if you haven’t been hit by the travel bug,… Read More »The very best beach outfits — and how to copy them
6 hot summer makeup trends to try now
The weather isn’t the only thing heating up this season. Now that we can see… Read More »6 hot summer makeup trends to try now
Summer party dresses: How to style them 5 ways
Summer is the best time of the year. The sun is shining, the beach is… Read More »Summer party dresses: How to style them 5 ways
Easy jewelry styling tips you’ll love
A few easy jewelry styling tips can overhaul your whole sense of style. Seriously! I… Read More »Easy jewelry styling tips you’ll love
Six old fashion trends in style now (And one that isn’t)
Budget Fashionista has been covering fashion trends since the early-2000s. In that time, we’ve amassed… Read More »Six old fashion trends in style now (And one that isn’t)
9 outfits with leggings for comfort & style
Sometimes sweats and lounge wear may feel too casual, while high-waisted shorts and slinky crop… Read More »9 outfits with leggings for comfort & style
What to pack for vacation: 6 essentials for warm-weather trips
Big trip on the calendar involving fun in the sun? The time between booking a… Read More »What to pack for vacation: 6 essentials for warm-weather trips
Natural hair care ingredients for shiny, bouncy locks
There are a lot — and I mean a LOT — of hair care products… Read More »Natural hair care ingredients for shiny, bouncy locks
DIY pedicure: 9 steps of luxurious, at-home pampering
I just shared my picks for summer pedicure colors — and then realized that my… Read More »DIY pedicure: 9 steps of luxurious, at-home pampering
Here’s how to shop Amazon prime day and other big sales
There’s Amazon Prime Day, the Nordstrom Anniversary sale, and all the follow-on fashion sales that… Read More »Here’s how to shop Amazon prime day and other big sales
10 awesome summer pedicure colors to fire up your summer style
What’s a budget fashionista’s hack for updating her style for season for less than $10?… Read More »10 awesome summer pedicure colors to fire up your summer style
Help! I have no style — 4 easy steps to get out of a style rut
Stuck in a style rut? Think you have no style? Well, it’s time to snap… Read More »Help! I have no style — 4 easy steps to get out of a style rut
5 types of panties and how to wear them
Ladies, your panties may be ruining your style. They’re called foundation garments for a reason,… Read More »5 types of panties and how to wear them
Not-so-skinny jeans: 5 best alternatives to the skinny + where to shop
I have to admit, I do like skinny jeans — even if the fashion gods… Read More »Not-so-skinny jeans: 5 best alternatives to the skinny + where to shop
Comfortable clothes: 6 essential threads for relaxing at home
Comfortable clothes are having their moment in the spotlight. While I am sad about the… Read More »Comfortable clothes: 6 essential threads for relaxing at home
Bag spotlight: The splurge-worthy leather briefcase
Like it or not, the bag you carry says a lot about you. Especially at… Read More »Bag spotlight: The splurge-worthy leather briefcase
6 simple problem hair solutions
I’d venture to say most of us have felt a pang of hair envy here… Read More »6 simple problem hair solutions
13 skincare home remedies for the Zoom era
Zoom has become a household name, and we’re not better off for it. Staring at… Read More »13 skincare home remedies for the Zoom era
How to: Labeling clothing for daycare, school, and more
Labeling clothing is a back-to-school topic — and here we are, talking about it in… Read More »How to: Labeling clothing for daycare, school, and more
Shopstreaming: The trend that May change the way you shop
Unboxing videos are fun, right? You get to watch your favorite social media influencer unwrap… Read More »Shopstreaming: The trend that May change the way you shop
Bra fitters: How to find one near you (Guaranteed)
We originally wrote this post back in 2011. But times have changed and bra fitters… Read More »Bra fitters: How to find one near you (Guaranteed)
Brittle, dry hair? These 4 healthy hair tips are your fix
Dry hair is the worst. I mean, your hair is your crowning achievement — it… Read More »Brittle, dry hair? These 4 healthy hair tips are your fix
10 zero waste beauty products you need in your life
Zero waste beauty is on the rise, and I’m pretty jazzed about it. When I… Read More »10 zero waste beauty products you need in your life
Nordstrom rack clearance: 10 fabulous women’s garments to buy now
I’m not ashamed to say that I have a love/hate relationship with clearance racks and… Read More »Nordstrom rack clearance: 10 fabulous women’s garments to buy now
Unwanted gift cards? Use them to help yourself or someone else 4 ways
Did you know that about $1 billion worth of gift cards goes unspent each year?… Read More »Unwanted gift cards? Use them to help yourself or someone else 4 ways
Holiday shipping deadlines 2025 for UPS, FedEx, USPS and more
USPS, FedEx and UPS have released their recommended send-by dates for expected delivery before the… Read More »Holiday shipping deadlines 2025 for UPS, FedEx, USPS and more
How to shop fashionista gifts without failing
Shopping fashionista gifts this year? Buying for style mavens can be among the biggest of… Read More »How to shop fashionista gifts without failing
10 chic women’s fashion boots for under $75
Fashion boots are one of the great joys of winter. Like pizza, they come in… Read More »10 chic women’s fashion boots for under $75
Old navy sale shopping + super cash: 10 cheap winter basics
I can admit this freely: My wardrobe lately is almost exclusively leggings and sweatshirts. Granted,… Read More »Old navy sale shopping + super cash: 10 cheap winter basics
Italic review: How to buy designer-worthy clothes at cost
Shopping for clothes just got more interesting. Truly. Because there’s a new player in town… Read More »Italic review: How to buy designer-worthy clothes at cost
What happened to Eloquii Elements at Walmart?
Eloquii has a short but storied history. The brand was originally a short-lived, plus-size line… Read More »What happened to Eloquii Elements at Walmart?
Wardrobe update: 5 new ways to refresh your fall look on the cheap
When you’re short on cash, you could manage the style transition to fall by teaming… Read More »Wardrobe update: 5 new ways to refresh your fall look on the cheap
The very best loungy, long-sleeved tops for fall for women over 40
Did you embrace the loungewear craze of 2020? I certainly did, to the point that… Read More »The very best loungy, long-sleeved tops for fall for women over 40
Fashion for fall: The best transition pieces for women over 40
Are you ready for cooler, shorter days? Yeah, me either. The transition seasons of fall… Read More »Fashion for fall: The best transition pieces for women over 40
The 5 best women’s sneaker trends this fall
I have a thing for sneakers. They’re comfortable and stylish, the right pair can transform… Read More »The 5 best women’s sneaker trends this fall
The ultimate guide for storing clothes at the end of the season
I’m not emotionally ready to put my shorts, tanks, and sandals away just yet —… Read More »The ultimate guide for storing clothes at the end of the season
Feel great, look great: 26 sustainable fashion brands to watch
Taking an ethical, slow fashion stance on style means more than wearing the occasionally recycled… Read More »Feel great, look great: 26 sustainable fashion brands to watch
My 9 favorite apps for a more stylish, beautiful, and fulfilling life
What’s the first thing you reach for when you’re bored? There’s no shame in being… Read More »My 9 favorite apps for a more stylish, beautiful, and fulfilling life
The top 10 easiest, cheapest outfit ideas on the planet
Instagram and Pinterest are great for mindless scrolling, but sometimes you need an edit. That’s… Read More »The top 10 easiest, cheapest outfit ideas on the planet
Your top 5 budget fashion questions answered
Sex in the City character Carrie Bradshaw famously said, “I like my money right where… Read More »Your top 5 budget fashion questions answered
Slow fashion: Do budget fashionistas support slow fashion?
Every decade brings its own set of cultural norms. While the 50s were the era… Read More »Slow fashion: Do budget fashionistas support slow fashion?
How to shop cheeky swimwear this summer & the cheeky brand to watch
The calendar says it’s August, but I don’t quite believe it. This year has gone… Read More »How to shop cheeky swimwear this summer & the cheeky brand to watch
Best luggage on a budget! 6 stylish brands to love
Maybe you’d rather spend every last dollar on a vacation you can’t afford and carry… Read More »Best luggage on a budget! 6 stylish brands to love
Feeling stress? Try budget-friendly Crystal jewelry for well being and style
You could easily argue for or against the healing powers of crystals. But you would… Read More »Feeling stress? Try budget-friendly Crystal jewelry for well being and style
Large pores: 4 causes and how to fix your skin
I love summer, but a heatwave brings a new set of problems to manage. My… Read More »Large pores: 4 causes and how to fix your skin
Kenzo X vans teamed up: Here’s everything you need to know
If you were to pick the ideal collaboration partner for a French luxury fashion brand,… Read More »Kenzo X vans teamed up: Here’s everything you need to know
4 bigtime pitfalls of buying makeup online & how to avoid them
This cosmetics marketing trends report says that 42% of women in the U.S. prefer buying… Read More »4 bigtime pitfalls of buying makeup online & how to avoid them
Over your regular beauty routine? Me too! Summer beauty hacks you’ll love
Given the state of the economy and the high likelihood that your job outlook might… Read More »Over your regular beauty routine? Me too! Summer beauty hacks you’ll love
4 mini handbag picks for under $35
Who says you need to bare it all to turn up the sex appeal? Sure,… Read More »4 mini handbag picks for under $35
Eyelash extensions falling out? Yikes! You need this guide to cleaning eyelash extensions now
Beauty salons are reopening — hooray! But there’s still a pandemic going on — boo.… Read More »Eyelash extensions falling out? Yikes! You need this guide to cleaning eyelash extensions now
Remembering common threads on Amazon: The high-fashion collab
Amazon has conquered every aspect of retail except for designer fashion. That is, until the… Read More »Remembering common threads on Amazon: The high-fashion collab
Ditching the city trip for a camping excursion this year? Survive an outdoor trip in style with these 11 creative camping accessories
Your vacation plans might be getting an overhaul this year. Sadly, the cosmopolitan trip involving… Read More »Ditching the city trip for a camping excursion this year? Survive an outdoor trip in style with these 11 creative camping accessories
Fashion splurges – 7 ridiculously indulgent fashion buys
Splurge buys? At a time when unemployment is off the charts, and our nation is… Read More »Fashion splurges – 7 ridiculously indulgent fashion buys
7 black-owned businesses in fashion and beauty you should know about
With protests around the world in support of Black Lives Matter, people are finally taking… Read More »7 black-owned businesses in fashion and beauty you should know about
Party on! How to have a socially distanced party
I’m going to step outside the budget fashion space for a minute and talk about… Read More »Party on! How to have a socially distanced party
7 women’s loungewear options to add to your life right now
At a time when most of us are still spending the majority of our time… Read More »7 women’s loungewear options to add to your life right now
The at-home life: Subscription style boxes are where it’s at
Subscription style boxes have always appealed to us. We love the idea of someone doing… Read More »The at-home life: Subscription style boxes are where it’s at
Trend alert: 7 chic Pearl accessories of the moment
Pearl accessories may bring to mind visions of Lucille Ball, Charlotte York, or maybe your… Read More »Trend alert: 7 chic Pearl accessories of the moment
12 essential style pieces to snag from j. Crew…While you still can
With the news that J. Crew has filed for bankruptcy , it may be only… Read More »12 essential style pieces to snag from j. Crew…While you still can
Affordable women’s pajamas you’ll love
If you’re proudly living that pajama life right now, well…we can’t really blame you. Life… Read More »Affordable women’s pajamas you’ll love
Loungewear with a twist: 5 styles more chic than you might expect
It’s definitely prime time for loungewear right now. The relaxed and comfortable pieces you once… Read More »Loungewear with a twist: 5 styles more chic than you might expect
Fashion under $15! 5 perfect ways to treat yourself today
When you’re on a shoestring budget, it can be tough to justify any type of… Read More »Fashion under $15! 5 perfect ways to treat yourself today
Wfh footwear — 5 stylish footwear options we’re obsessed about
It’s probably been a while since you last wore that your fav pair of designer… Read More »Wfh footwear — 5 stylish footwear options we’re obsessed about
Virtual girls’ night — host an epic zoom party in 5 steps
It’s been a while since you last saw your closest girlfriends. To say you miss… Read More »Virtual girls’ night — host an epic zoom party in 5 steps
7 brilliant hair scarf styles
There’s no better time to bring back the hair scarf than right now. I mean,… Read More »7 brilliant hair scarf styles
DIY root touch-up at home: 7 genius tricks
WFH, day 4,875. Or is that week four? Whatever the case, it’s likely that you’re… Read More »DIY root touch-up at home: 7 genius tricks
5 best beauty brands that should be on your radar
Whether you’re shopping at the drugstore, high-end department stores, or scrolling through your ad-ridden feed… Read More »5 best beauty brands that should be on your radar
5 gorgeous tops for work that you can wear with joggers
With so many more of us now working from home, it can be a major… Read More »5 gorgeous tops for work that you can wear with joggers
4 brilliant ways to dress up casual looks
You’ve got your off-duty uniform down pat. There are the requisite yoga pants and leggings… Read More »4 brilliant ways to dress up casual looks
The P.E. Nation X H&M collection
The hallmarks of any great garment are comfort and style, and the P.E. Nation x… Read More »The P.E. Nation X H&M collection
What to wear when you work from home
Your new schedule may find you rolling out of bed and making the commute to… Read More »What to wear when you work from home
How to dupe Olivia Pope style for less
If I could, I’d look like Olivia Pope every day. Scandal’s seven-season run ended long… Read More »How to dupe Olivia Pope style for less
Corsets are trending! Here’s how to wear one (Without looking trashy)
Corsets happen to be trending again, and in ways that are actually quite wearable. Seriously, there’s no bare skin or patent leather required.
5 clever and romantic anniversary ideas
Here are five romantic anniversary ideas that’ll work as well for a three-month anniversary as a 50-year anniversary. Ready to get inspired? Jump in now!
Cuticle care — 3 stupid-simple ways to protect cuticles
In normal times, our hands go through a lot on a daily basis. But these… Read More »Cuticle care — 3 stupid-simple ways to protect cuticles
These 5 gorgeous pastel accessories will jumpstart your spring wardrobe
The other day, I saw the most exciting thing: tulips just beginning to sprout from… Read More »These 5 gorgeous pastel accessories will jumpstart your spring wardrobe
Mini backpacks are one ’90s trend we’re thrilled to see return
Mini backpacks are back! Compact, convenient, and oh-so-stylish, the mini backpack is a ’90s trend that’s having another moment. Here are four picks to buy now!