Top 10 ways to wear skinny pants
Skinny pants, also known as such as leggings, jeggings and skinny jeans, are a high… Read More »Top 10 ways to wear skinny pants
Book review: Beauty tips for women over 50
Ladies, I am a RoC Ambassador, which means I am compensated to try RoC products… Read More »Book review: Beauty tips for women over 50
Jennifer Lawrence style on the red carpet (For less)
Arguably one of the most down-to-earth actresses in Hollywood right now, Jennifer Lawrence is currently… Read More »Jennifer Lawrence style on the red carpet (For less)
8 winter party dresses for 40+ women in stores now
The countdown to Christmas has officially begun, and that means a host of dinners and… Read More »8 winter party dresses for 40+ women in stores now
Alessandra ambrosio: Steal her style
Whether she’s on Mommy duty to her young children, running errands across LA or arriving… Read More »Alessandra ambrosio: Steal her style
Buying and styling a button-front skirt
Fall is falling leaves and pumpkin-spice, harvest hues. And for the uninitiated, in the fashion… Read More »Buying and styling a button-front skirt
Steal her style: Cara delevingne
Edgy, cool and totally effortless, Cara Delevingne’s style is something we just can’t get enough… Read More »Steal her style: Cara delevingne
Beauty cure-all: Coconut oil
Maybe you’ve already subbed coconut oil for something in your culinary pursuits, or maybe you’re… Read More »Beauty cure-all: Coconut oil
How to wear thigh-high boots
Every year thigh-high boots (aka OTK boots) hit the shelves. And every year there are tons… Read More »How to wear thigh-high boots
Updated! Makeup baking: A quick how-to
You spend enough hours on YouTube watching beauty vlogs and you start to learn a… Read More »Updated! Makeup baking: A quick how-to
Dating over 50? Three foolproof looks to wear on a first date
Finding love the second time around can be daunting. Whether you’ve finally taken the plunge… Read More »Dating over 50? Three foolproof looks to wear on a first date
The skinny scarf: Fall fashion must have
Contrary to popular belief, the skinny scarf is not just for the Saint Laurent crowd.… Read More »The skinny scarf: Fall fashion must have
Steal her style: Rosie huntington-whiteley
You might know her as the beautiful blonde in action flicks like Mad Max and… Read More »Steal her style: Rosie huntington-whiteley
What to wear to work in your 40s: 7 must-have pieces
What to wear to work in your 40s? Whether you’re climbing the career ladder with… Read More »What to wear to work in your 40s: 7 must-have pieces
Choosing flared trousers: 3 essential tips
If you’ve ever tried on flares, looked in the mirror and felt like a costume was… Read More »Choosing flared trousers: 3 essential tips
Jason wu: What you didn’t know about this fashion icon
New York Fashion Week brought many up-and-coming fashion designers to the forefront, including Georgine, Kempner,… Read More »Jason wu: What you didn’t know about this fashion icon
Jumpsuits for women over 50: How to look stylish
Sure, jumpsuits for women may conjure up images of dodgy 80s pop stars, but the… Read More »Jumpsuits for women over 50: How to look stylish
What’s the skinny on the ballet fitness trend
Ballet has been long revered for its beauty and grace. Anyone that’s taken up ballet… Read More »What’s the skinny on the ballet fitness trend
How to buy Melissa McCarthy SEVEN7 clothes
Sadly, the Melissa McCarthy Seven7 collection is no longer in production. You can find McCarthy… Read More »How to buy Melissa McCarthy SEVEN7 clothes
Sweaters for petite women: Dos and Don’ts
Sweaters are a favorite fall and winter staple in many women’s wardrobes. But if you’re petite,… Read More »Sweaters for petite women: Dos and Don’ts
The festival fashion guide of dos and Don’ts
Even though we’re already in September and we’re all starting to feel like summer will soon… Read More »The festival fashion guide of dos and Don’ts
School supplies for fashionistas of every age
Freshly sharpened pencils. Blank planners. Spiral bound notebooks. The best part of the back-to-school season… Read More »School supplies for fashionistas of every age
5 surefire ways to dress yourself slimmer in your 50s
Is middle-aged spread killing your confidence? Good news! You can learn how to dress slimmer in… Read More »5 surefire ways to dress yourself slimmer in your 50s
How to wear birkenstocks
Glance to your left, glance to your right. One look down a busy sidewalk or… Read More »How to wear birkenstocks
Dos and don’ts of wearing bodycon and bandage dresses
Bodycon and bandage dresses are two tight dress silhouettes that became popular with the younger… Read More »Dos and don’ts of wearing bodycon and bandage dresses
80s fashion: Styles to try now
Feeling a bit nostalgic? Well, this fashion flashback is sure to inspire great memories from the… Read More »80s fashion: Styles to try now
Hot trend: Strobing makeup technique
Ever since the Kardashians infiltrated our TVs, department stores and social media apps, we’ve been… Read More »Hot trend: Strobing makeup technique
Zoe kravitz: Steal her style
(Editor’s note: this post was updated 12/2016.) Irrefutably the girl of the summer, Zoe Kravitz… Read More »Zoe kravitz: Steal her style
Bandanas: The new must-try trend
If Coachella and Fashion Week gave us any one tip on the accessory trend-front, it’s… Read More »Bandanas: The new must-try trend
Teatox: The new recipe for body beauty?
Anyone with an Instagram account has seen them. The bronzed beauties, seemingly all from Australia,… Read More »Teatox: The new recipe for body beauty?
Top tips for buying jeans over 60
A great pair of denim jeans may be the workhorse of every woman’s wardrobe, but… Read More »Top tips for buying jeans over 60
On-trend summer fashion accessories for less
Every season there’s a few killer accessories that infiltrate your favorite celeb’s closets and then,… Read More »On-trend summer fashion accessories for less
How to wear boots all summer
Not a fan of flimsy flip flops that offer zero ankle support and foot protection… Read More »How to wear boots all summer
Style tips to steal from celebrities over 60
Age is no barrier when it comes to great style. From Helen Mirren, Anna Wintour,… Read More »Style tips to steal from celebrities over 60
How to wear a leather skirt in summer
Leather is not generally the material most women envision when thinking about summer appeal. After all, animal… Read More »How to wear a leather skirt in summer
Family dollar fashion: New line for women
Have you heard about Family Dollar’s new line of women’s fashion? Yep, Family Dollar —… Read More »Family dollar fashion: New line for women
Top 6 summer handbags you’ll want to carry
Tote all of your essentials in a chic, inexpensive bag this summer season. From sleek… Read More »Top 6 summer handbags you’ll want to carry
How to: The palm trend
Bored with your blooms? So are the season’s biggest style stars. Take a cue from… Read More »How to: The palm trend
6 inexpensive makeup options for teens
Dear Budget Fashionista. I’m almost 13 and I want to start wearing makeup soon. I… Read More »6 inexpensive makeup options for teens
Emmy rossum: Steal her style
Emmy Rossum’s off-duty style is worlds apart from her character, Fiona Gallagher in Shameless. The… Read More »Emmy rossum: Steal her style
Help! I’m 56 years old, what do I wear to a black tie wedding?
Here at Budget Fashionista, we love to help out with your style dilemmas, and the… Read More »Help! I’m 56 years old, what do I wear to a black tie wedding?
Vanessa hudgens: Steal her style
Few celebrities do effortless boho style quite like Vanessa Hudgens. The former High School Musical… Read More »Vanessa hudgens: Steal her style
Fashion boutiques on-the-go: How to shop a fashion truck
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.
Spa experience at home: Luxury shower head from aroma sense
Readers, Aroma Sense sent us a luxury shower head for free and asked us to… Read More »Spa experience at home: Luxury shower head from aroma sense
Perfect-fit bras: Too good to be true?
Finding the perfect bra may seem like an unattainable goal, whether you’re an athletic A… Read More »Perfect-fit bras: Too good to be true?
Hot spring swim trends to try
Toss boring bikinis aside — there are new, unique swimwear silhouettes that should be on… Read More »Hot spring swim trends to try
Mom chic: Easy chic looks for new moms
Becoming a mom doesn’t mean you need to switch from figure-hugging slacks to mom-jeans. It… Read More »Mom chic: Easy chic looks for new moms
How-to: Budget prom dress shopping
Prom is a time-honored tradition that many girls look forward to from middle school on.… Read More »How-to: Budget prom dress shopping
Women over 40: Best places to shop for clothes
There’s a story behind this post. It was originally written back in 2015 by a… Read More »Women over 40: Best places to shop for clothes
Pinchme review: My top 3 picks of free health & beauty items
Readers: PINCHme sent us this package of products free of charge. We do not guarantee product… Read More »Pinchme review: My top 3 picks of free health & beauty items
The history of the bare midriff in fashion
Young women have been displaying their bare midriffs since Madonna made it trendy in the… Read More »The history of the bare midriff in fashion
Clothing resale: The ultimate guide
You finally cleaned out the closet — now what? You’re left with a pile of pieces you… Read More »Clothing resale: The ultimate guide
Rompers: How to wear a grownup onesie
Romper, jumpsuit, playsuit, grownup onesie – or whatever you want to call it – these… Read More »Rompers: How to wear a grownup onesie
Customize your wardrobe with made-to-order clothing
Custom-made clothing is not just for the rich and famous anymore. Nearly anyone with a… Read More »Customize your wardrobe with made-to-order clothing
Shoe membership clubs: What to know
If you’re a true fashionista who strives to keep up with current trends, you may… Read More »Shoe membership clubs: What to know
Best Instagram accounts to follow for budget outfit inspo
What would the fashion world be without social media? Where would we get our outfit… Read More »Best Instagram accounts to follow for budget outfit inspo
From Rachel Zoe to transparent: The caftan update
Soooo, Jeffrey Tambor has never been considered a style icon, but we can’t help but being slightly… Read More »From Rachel Zoe to transparent: The caftan update
Shoptagr: The best shopping tool for saving money this holiday Season
Holiday celebrations. Shoptagr has recently launched a new shopping tool to enable penny-pinching, deal-hunting shoppers… Read More »Shoptagr: The best shopping tool for saving money this holiday Season
How to dress like a scandinavian
We all know that Scandinavian design in the home is super chic and mod, but… Read More »How to dress like a scandinavian
6 ways to save at nasty gal
If you’ve never heard of Nasty Gal, you might be questioning our standards for style and… Read More »6 ways to save at nasty gal
What ever happened to Esprit?
Let’s face it—in the 80s, we loved a good logo. I mean, what says impeccable… Read More »What ever happened to Esprit?
La gear: A comeback for the ’80s sneaker brand?
Ah, LA Gear. The high-top sneaker that had street cred AND looked super cute. The… Read More »La gear: A comeback for the ’80s sneaker brand?
Updated! 7 ways to dress up denim
We have had a satisfying life-long love affair with our jeans, but let’s face it —… Read More »Updated! 7 ways to dress up denim
How to wear blue eyeliner
Blue eyeliner usually elicits two reactions: “Oh the eighties!” or “LOVE it, bring it on!”… Read More »How to wear blue eyeliner
How to dress like a hipster
The “Hipster“ moniker has taken on so many different stereotypes over the years, that it’s now… Read More »How to dress like a hipster
What happened to Petite Sophisticate?
Petite Sophisticate was the fashion retail destination for small-sized women in the 1980s and 1990s.… Read More »What happened to Petite Sophisticate?
10 great budget beauty tips
Budget beauty is essential in this hard economy. Even if you’ve been buying generic beauty… Read More »10 great budget beauty tips
True costs: How much does that pair of designer jeans cost to make?
How much are those jeans in the window? Um…what? I’m sorry, I must have misheard… Read More »True costs: How much does that pair of designer jeans cost to make?
Petite fashion: The jacket
Never underestimate the style power of a great jacket. Throw one on with jeans, a maxi skirt,… Read More »Petite fashion: The jacket
Best all-natural beauty products under $21
Love the idea of going organic in your beauty routine, but cringe at the steep… Read More »Best all-natural beauty products under $21
How to find fall fashion trends
Fall is the time when shoppers tend to turn their thoughts from summer easy casual… Read More »How to find fall fashion trends
How to wear a plus size bikini
One of this season’s hottest trends is the plus size bikini. While there’s been much… Read More »How to wear a plus size bikini
What happened to Chic Jeans?
Chic Jeans had its moment in the 1980s. The brand was a favorite of teen… Read More »What happened to Chic Jeans?
Cute reusable grocery bags for shopping in style
Cute reusable grocery bags. They’re a must-have in cities that have outlawed free plastic bags,… Read More »Cute reusable grocery bags for shopping in style
Five fashion rules you should break
Do you know what we have to say about not wearing white pants after Labor… Read More »Five fashion rules you should break
Jennifer lopez: Style deconstructed
From Fly Girl to American sweetheart, Jennifer Lopez has grown into one sultry style maven.… Read More »Jennifer lopez: Style deconstructed
5 quick and easy ways to style Long hair
Ever since I cut my long, long hair just after my wedding, I’ve wanted it… Read More »5 quick and easy ways to style Long hair
The 20 greatest fashion apps ever!
There’s no denying the App Store has changed our lives for the better and more… Read More »The 20 greatest fashion apps ever!
Fashionable footwear: The best shoes for bunion sufferers
Bunions are the worst. See our favorite picks re: shoes for bunions — 6 pairs of stylish footwear that won’t have you cringing in pain.
Fashion advice: Sample sales vs. Warehouse sales
Dear Budget Fashionista, I am just starting to frequent sample sales, however the merchandise at… Read More »Fashion advice: Sample sales vs. Warehouse sales
12 men’s fashion bloggers who rock
With stellar styling and shopping tips, top-notch photography and an eye for the unexpected, these… Read More »12 men’s fashion bloggers who rock
Style bloggers over 40 who are killin’ it
While fashion may tend to favor the young and adventurous, that doesn’t always mean a… Read More »Style bloggers over 40 who are killin’ it
Shopping 101: Pop-up shops explained
Back in the day (like 10 years ago), the only places you could get your… Read More »Shopping 101: Pop-up shops explained
6 ways to recycle a bridesmaid dress
You’re wondering how to recycle a bridesmaid dress because you have too many silk taffeta… Read More »6 ways to recycle a bridesmaid dress
Why I love sally’s boutique: My ode to salvation army
This repost originally appeared on the site in November, 2004 Smitten . . . Along… Read More »Why I love sally’s boutique: My ode to salvation army
When Liz clairborne ruled the world: History of budget fashion
Back in the day (like 1988) Liz Claiborne was “dabomb.com”. The brand, founded in 1976,… Read More »When Liz clairborne ruled the world: History of budget fashion
Updated! Six great swimsuits for older women
Of the many things forced upon women as we get older, is this belief that… Read More »Updated! Six great swimsuits for older women
The best swimsuit brands on a budget
What’s more terrifying than trying on swimsuits surrounded by mirrors in fluorescent lights? Paying a… Read More »The best swimsuit brands on a budget
7 awesome trench coats for $100 or less
If there’s ever a time to invest in a trench coat, it’s autumn. You can… Read More »7 awesome trench coats for $100 or less
The beach cover-up: 6 styles that’ll turn heads this summer
In the 90s, the “it” beach cover-up was a Hawaiian print sarong. In the early 2000s,… Read More »The beach cover-up: 6 styles that’ll turn heads this summer
The maxi dress for petite ladies: 5 simple rules
Maxi dress for petite ladies? Short ladies have certain fashion challenges, and one of those… Read More »The maxi dress for petite ladies: 5 simple rules
The best color for your skin tone: Quick guide
While summer is all about color (from pastel pinks to neon green), it can be… Read More »The best color for your skin tone: Quick guide
Vegan lifestyle: Your guide to animal-friendly fashion
Your vegan lifestyle does not have to be at odds with your style sense. Sure,… Read More »Vegan lifestyle: Your guide to animal-friendly fashion
8 reasons why we love asos
What’s not to love about ASOS, the UK-based online-only, global fashion and beauty retailer. Here… Read More »8 reasons why we love asos
Our picks for the best plus-size jeans
Many types of garments don’t provide enough plus-size options. But we can’t really say the… Read More »Our picks for the best plus-size jeans
The best money-saving wedding tips, according to experts
I asked wedding and finance experts to share their best money saving wedding tips, and… Read More »The best money-saving wedding tips, according to experts
Dine in style with pretty wine totes
BYOB? Keep your wine bottle as stylish as you are. In other words, skip the… Read More »Dine in style with pretty wine totes
Adam levine’s women’s line at kmart
Yes, it’s true. Adam Levine of Maroon 5 once had his name on a women’s… Read More »Adam levine’s women’s line at kmart
How to color coordinate your outfit for a better mood
Let’s face it — Monday mornings are a drag. The weekend is done. The work… Read More »How to color coordinate your outfit for a better mood
How to color block outfits without looking like a toddler
Color blocking sounds ( and looks a little bit ) like an 80’s pop band,… Read More »How to color block outfits without looking like a toddler