20 Hot Picks from the Nordstrom Anniversary Sale (Under $50 Each)
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 event has already started....
What to Wear for a Romantic Weekend Getaway
Valentine’s Day and Presidents’ Day set the stage for a weekend retreat — whether you’re in a long-term relationship or playing the singles game with some friends. Either way, a conveniently timed holiday is the...
What’s Trending in Coats This Season
The cold front sweeping the country is no joke — and it may even create a sartorial emergency. Unless you live in the tropics, you’re in dire need of something warmer than those cute...
Save on Uggs! The World’s Favorite Sheepskin Boot and 6 Proven Places to Snag Them for Less
Looking for cheap Uggs? Bracing for cold weather here in the Northeast with thoughts of a warm, fuzzy feeling for your feet that Ugg boots might provide? Or perhaps you have bunions and these...
5 Trending Styles Anyone Can Pull Off Right Now
If ever there was an accurate source of trending styles, it’s eBay. The virtual marketplace is a veritable mecca of all things fashion. When you’ve got a hub of style hits and misses, it...
Hate Shopping? Have Someone Else Do it for You
Dear Budget Fashionista, I have gone on a weight loss program this year and have lost quite a bit of weight. I have no idea how to shop for a new wardrobe. Should I...
The Plus Size Evening Dress That Looks, Feels Incredible
Dear Budget Fashionista: I am a plus-sized woman and was just invited to a black-tie optional event in early December. I’m 28 and don’t want to look 58. On top of that, I’d like to...
Walk This Way: 10 Pairs of Truly Comfortable Wedges
Wedges add a pop of style to any of your warm-weather outfits. Not only can they add height to your frame, but they also flatter certain types of dresses and pants more effectively than...
The Jeans Outfit Combo That Always Works
Everyone has those mornings when they don’t know what to wear. It’s not that you don’t have enough clothes (if you’re like me, you probably have too many), but rather you feel overwhelmed with...
The Casual Occasion Dress — 6 Stunning Picks Under $75
Welcome the sunshine and balmy temperatures with a new dress. Summer is the perfect time to introduce a casual occasion dress or two to your wardrobe and there are plenty of budget-friendly options on...
News: Plus-Size Fashion Heads to St. Louis with Pop-Up & Model Search
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 – 8 pm. The...
Never Pay Full Price for Fashion: 6 Rules to Live By
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 to find the best...
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 (younger) Budget Fashionista staffer. I gave her the topic — the best stores for women over 40 — and...
The Best Stores for Wide Width Shoes
Dear Budget Fashionista,I love shoes, I want shoes, but I have a bunion and need wide shoes (I wear a 7w). I’m nervous about buying online because the fit is so important, especially with...
How to Shop Nordstrom Rack
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 store’s off-price outlets offer...
Sponsored Post: The March of The Fall Boot: Top Fall Boot Trends
Every September, millions of women set forth on what is perhaps the most challenging sartorial quests of their lives: to find the perfect fall boot. Many are lost on the journey, trekking through the...
Best Bras: The Nine Bras Every Woman Should Own
A bra is probably the most crucial piece of apparel in a woman’s closet. The best bras provide support for any and all activities from clubbing to jogging. The right brassiere can also amp...
How to Be Very Cavallari on a Budget
Kristin Cavallari has been everywhere lately, and it almost feels like it’s 2009 again. But there’s no season premiere of Laguna Beach on the horizon, nor is anyone buzzing about a possible rift with...
How to Return an Item to Nordstrom
“TBF provides this content for informational purposes only. These policies are subject to change. Please contact the store directly for current return policies.” Nordstrom’s Return Policy: Store bought items can easily be returned at...
Plus Size Fashion: Top Five Work Dresses
Work wear doesn’t have to mean dull. Here are five work dresses to brighten up your day (with a few that will take you into night). 1. Merona Plus Shirtdress, $10.48, at TargetThat’s right,...
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Thanks for stopping by! I'm Catherine, your Budget Fashionista style editor. I'm a bargain shopper at heart, as I love nice things but hate paying for them! I'm also a personal finance writer who's been featured on USA Today and MSN Money.