How to Wear a Turtleneck Sweater Stylishly: 7 Ways
We all have those days where a turtleneck feels a little too same-old, same-old. If… Read More »How to Wear a Turtleneck Sweater Stylishly: 7 Ways
Fashion and Style Trends
Be the most stylish girl in any room without spending a fortune! Budget Fashionista has a long history of providing fashion-minded women with budget fashion advice and style trends — for looking and feeling beautiful.
We love the trends, even if we don’t chase them. We love to watch what’s coming off the runways and into the stores. And then we can get creative about incorporating those fresh new styles into the rotation without breaking the bank. Take that fashion and style journey with us!
Seasonal and Celebrity Style Trends
Need something super specific? We have you covered! See our spring/summer trends posts and our fall/winter trends posts.
You can also check what’s happening with accessories and our look for less celebrity style advice.
These 4 Walmart+ Perks Are Worth $800 Annually
How much can you really save with a Walmart+ membership? Let’s break down the best… Read More »These 4 Walmart+ Perks Are Worth $800 Annually
How to Wear Casual Dresses in Winter
Who says casual dresses are only for sunny days? Winter can make them tricky —… Read More »How to Wear Casual Dresses in Winter
How to Style Plus-Size Wide-Leg Pants
Wide-leg pants often get a bad rap, especially for curvy women, but they can be… Read More »How to Style Plus-Size Wide-Leg Pants
6 Fall Knits Inspired by Gigi Hadid’s Instagram
Gigi Hadid recently earned style headlines for wearing a yellow triangle top to the red… Read More »6 Fall Knits Inspired by Gigi Hadid’s Instagram
8 Signature Accessory Ideas for the 40+ Fashionista
Victoria Beckham loves giant sunglasses. Diane Keaton is a hat fanatic. Sarah Jessica Parker favors… Read More »8 Signature Accessory Ideas for the 40+ Fashionista
6 Summer 2024 Bag Trends to Try Now
The bag you carry speaks volumes about your personality or mood. A structured laptop bag,… Read More »6 Summer 2024 Bag Trends to Try Now
How to Be Fashionable After 70
There is no rule you must hang up your style chops on your 70th birthday.… Read More »How to Be Fashionable After 70
Business Blazer: 6 Chic Blazer Outfits to Wear to Work
The daily grind of corporate life can be a style-killer. Your priority is doing the… Read More »Business Blazer: 6 Chic Blazer Outfits to Wear to Work
7 Ways to Waterproof Your Spring Look Under $50
It’s raining today and I’m worried about my baby blue trench coat. The coat is… Read More »7 Ways to Waterproof Your Spring Look Under $50
The 7 Fashion Essentials Women 40+ Need in 2024
Trends are fun, like icing on a cupcake. But your style essentials? Those are the… Read More »The 7 Fashion Essentials Women 40+ Need in 2024
Should You Go Cheap on Eyeglass Frames?
In the film Fight Club, Tyler Durden says, “Advertising has us chasing cars and clothes,… Read More »Should You Go Cheap on Eyeglass Frames?
Sexy Prom Dresses: Parents Weigh In
My daughters are in their 30s, so I haven’t been prom dress shopping in ages.… Read More »Sexy Prom Dresses: Parents Weigh In
Spring 2024 Fashion Trends: 36 Trendy, Affordable Pieces to Wear Now
Soon enough, we’ll be able to lose the scarves and puffy coats in favor of… Read More »Spring 2024 Fashion Trends: 36 Trendy, Affordable Pieces to Wear Now
How to Score 2024’s Hottest Jewelry Trends on a Budget
The Spring/Summer 2024 runways have long been over. As always, they’ve left behind thousands of… Read More »How to Score 2024’s Hottest Jewelry Trends on a Budget
10 Wool Sweater Outfit Ideas for Cozy, Chic Style in 2024
Thank the fashion gods: Cozy knits are trending during this unusually cold and wet winter.… Read More »10 Wool Sweater Outfit Ideas for Cozy, Chic Style in 2024
Sneak Peek: 6 Red Carpet Fashion Trends Celebs Will Wear in 2024
Get the scoop on what celebrities will be wearing in the upcoming awards season with… Read More »Sneak Peek: 6 Red Carpet Fashion Trends Celebs Will Wear in 2024
8 Essentials for a Stylish New Year’s Eve Party
Ready to host your best New Year’s Eve party ever? Whether you have a standing… Read More »8 Essentials for a Stylish New Year’s Eve Party
Expert Advice: What to Wear to an Office Holiday Party
What to wear to the office holiday party? Fashion experts from Karen Miller and Boohoo… Read More »Expert Advice: What to Wear to an Office Holiday Party
Cozy Girl Style: The Scoop on the TikTok Fashion Trend
If comfort is your priority in fashion, the trends have shifted your way. Get ready… Read More »Cozy Girl Style: The Scoop on the TikTok Fashion Trend
9 Fab New Year’s Eve Dress Styles for Under $50
Picking an outfit for New Year’s Eve can be panic-inducing. Choose wrong and you’re uncomfortable… Read More »9 Fab New Year’s Eve Dress Styles for Under $50
How to: Street Style for Women
Street style fashion is about embracing your individuality and expressing it with your clothes. You… Read More »How to: Street Style for Women
The Top Handle Bag: Where to Get This Chic Accessory for Less
Thank you to Levantine for sponsoring this review of the brand’s Layla top handle bag.… Read More »The Top Handle Bag: Where to Get This Chic Accessory for Less
Mules for Fall: How to Wear Them + Styles to Shop
These fall days are too warm for winter boots, but too cool for summer sandals.… Read More »Mules for Fall: How to Wear Them + Styles to Shop
Leather Clothes are Trending: Here’s How to Wear Them
Leather clothes made their presence known on the AW23/24 runways — and now they’re all… Read More »Leather Clothes are Trending: Here’s How to Wear Them
Fall Trend Report: How to Style a Sweater Dress
The sweater dress is a fall classic every year. But this year, the slinky sweater… Read More »Fall Trend Report: How to Style a Sweater Dress
Fall Clothing Checklist: 9 Trendy Pieces You Need
Here’s what you’ve been waiting for: the ever-popular Budget Fashionista fall clothing checklist. Consider it… Read More »Fall Clothing Checklist: 9 Trendy Pieces You Need
Benefits of Taking Collagen: Fact & Fiction
Recent headlines remind us that Jenn Anniston and TV personality Emma Willis use collagen supplements… Read More »Benefits of Taking Collagen: Fact & Fiction
What to Wear While Traveling for the Holidays
If you have holiday travel plans on the calendar, you’re facing enough stress without having… Read More »What to Wear While Traveling for the Holidays
7 Fall/Winter Runway Looks for Women Over 40
To write this piece on runway looks for women over 40, I spent a dedicated… Read More »7 Fall/Winter Runway Looks for Women Over 40
10 Women’s Chelsea Boots to Shop Now
Fall is a-coming and so it may be time to upgrade your footwear. The high-end… Read More »10 Women’s Chelsea Boots to Shop Now
The Best Fall Outfits for Women
Let’s talk about fall outfits for women. Over the summer months, your jeans, leggings, and… Read More »The Best Fall Outfits for Women
10 Essential Summer Dress Styles
Here’s hoping the historic summer heat wave of 2023 is over. Why not ring in… Read More »10 Essential Summer Dress Styles
What Kind of Sunglasses to Buy
We’re sweating through an historically hot and sunny summer, with no relief in sight. If… Read More »What Kind of Sunglasses to Buy
How to Wear Chunky Loafers from Newbella This Summer & Fall
Let’s talk about how to wear chunky loafers. Because this style’s been trending for long… Read More »How to Wear Chunky Loafers from Newbella This Summer & Fall
8 Summer 2023 Fashion Trends to Shop Now
Need a summer pick-me-up to take your mind off the heat? That’s as good a… Read More »8 Summer 2023 Fashion Trends to Shop Now
The 7 Best Affordable Purse Brands
It’s a fashion truth: The perfect bag can make an outfit out of any old… Read More »The 7 Best Affordable Purse Brands
The Best of Old Navy Summer Clothes This Year
Hello, summer! The warm season of 2023 might be the best we’ve had since 2019,… Read More »The Best of Old Navy Summer Clothes This Year
How to Dress a Large Bust: 9 Styling Strategies
Full-chested ladies, here’s your guide on how to dress a large bust. I’m writing this… Read More »How to Dress a Large Bust: 9 Styling Strategies
What to Wear to a High School Reunion (and What Not to Wear)
The dreaded high school reunion. Or maybe, it’s the highly anticipated reunion. That invitation is… Read More »What to Wear to a High School Reunion (and What Not to Wear)
Get Instant Style with These 10 Zara Picks Under $100
If you’re known in your various circles for the embarrassing number of Zara orders you… Read More »Get Instant Style with These 10 Zara Picks Under $100
Casual Fashion over 50: 7 Upgraded Picks for Your Most Stylish Summer
Thank you to PartnerBoost for sponsoring this post. All opinions are my own. Interested in… Read More »Casual Fashion over 50: 7 Upgraded Picks for Your Most Stylish Summer
Spring Fashion for Women Over 60: 7 Must-Have Pieces
Since we’re in the full swing of spring, let’s talk spring fashion for women over… Read More »Spring Fashion for Women Over 60: 7 Must-Have Pieces
8 Sundresses for Every Girl
Sundresses for summer? How inventive, right? But let’s take a minute to put aside the… Read More »8 Sundresses for Every Girl
9 More Stunning Spring Shoe Trends to Shop Now
Women need food, water, and compliments. That’s right. And an occasional pair of shoes. Chris… Read More »9 More Stunning Spring Shoe Trends to Shop Now
Spring Accessories: 7 Bold, Runway-Inspired Pieces
When memories of cold winter days are quickly fading, there’s no better buy for the… Read More »Spring Accessories: 7 Bold, Runway-Inspired Pieces
6 Amazing Capri Pants to Wear This Spring
At the first hint of spring warmth, we’re shopping capri pants. Not only are capris… Read More »6 Amazing Capri Pants to Wear This Spring
Pretty Mother’s Day Outfits That’ll Make Her Proud
Growing up, dressing for family holidays was a bit of a drag. If you weren’t stuck… Read More »Pretty Mother’s Day Outfits That’ll Make Her Proud
The 9 Best Boyfriend Jeans Outfits on Instagram
Boyfriend jeans are the denim equivalent of joggers — as versatile as they are cool.… Read More »The 9 Best Boyfriend Jeans Outfits on Instagram
Where to Buy Bras Online: 18 Bra Stores You’ll Love
If you’re old enough, you might remember the days when women mostly bought bras at… Read More »Where to Buy Bras Online: 18 Bra Stores You’ll Love
How to Prep for a Recession: 7 Magic Money Moves
Disclosure: This post contains links to Honest Policy , an insurance quoting service and learning… Read More »How to Prep for a Recession: 7 Magic Money Moves
5 Trendy & Budget-friendly Chunky Loafers for Women
Oh how I long for a pair of chunky loafers. They’re super stylish, on trend,… Read More »5 Trendy & Budget-friendly Chunky Loafers for Women
6 Chic, Budget-Friendly Sequin Tops for Any Occasion
You don’t need to break the bank to look like a million bucks. Adding a… Read More »6 Chic, Budget-Friendly Sequin Tops for Any Occasion
12 Sexy Robes to Celebrate Valentine’s Day in Style
What better way to dress for Valentine’s Day than in a sexy robe? Sexy robes… Read More »12 Sexy Robes to Celebrate Valentine’s Day in Style
9 Spring 2023 Fashion Trends You’ll Love Wearing
We’re only in the first third of winter 22/23, but what better time to look… Read More »9 Spring 2023 Fashion Trends You’ll Love Wearing
How to Wear Magenta
Viva magenta, aka Pantone 18-1750, was the Pantone color of the year in 2023. This… Read More »How to Wear Magenta
15 Best Women’s Plus-Size Clothing Stores Online
Finding clothes that fit and flatter is a challenge for any woman, but it can… Read More »15 Best Women’s Plus-Size Clothing Stores Online
The 9 Best Workout Clothes on Amazon According to Shoppers
Y’all know we love Amazon for the amazing selection and free Amazon Prime shipping on… Read More »The 9 Best Workout Clothes on Amazon According to Shoppers
What Your Date Night Clothes Say About You
A 60 Minutes/Vanity Fair poll once concluded that 56% of Americans believe in love at… Read More »What Your Date Night Clothes Say About You
10 Gorgeous Winter Outfits for Women Over 40
On the hunt for stylish winter outfits for women over 40? You’ve come to the… Read More »10 Gorgeous Winter Outfits for Women Over 40
6 Hot Prom Dress Trends for the Year Ahead
It’s best to start early when looking for the perfect prom dress, yes? I mean,… Read More »6 Hot Prom Dress Trends for the Year Ahead
Looking for Affordable Party Dresses for the Holidays? This Shopping Hack Will Surprise You
Affordable party dresses may be the fashion MVPs of the holiday season. Between work, family,… Read More »Looking for Affordable Party Dresses for the Holidays? This Shopping Hack Will Surprise You
How to Wear the Equestrian Fashion Trend on a Budget
The worlds of the equestrian and the fashionista have long overlapped. The highlights of the… Read More »How to Wear the Equestrian Fashion Trend on a Budget
The Definitive Guide: How to Wear Clogs
Stella McCartney, Chloe, Bottega Veneta, and Bruno Cucinelli will have you spend hundreds on a… Read More »The Definitive Guide: How to Wear Clogs
How to Wear Sequins — Dos and Don’ts
Three years ago, I talked about sequins as a boomerang fashion trend. Those sparkly discs… Read More »How to Wear Sequins — Dos and Don’ts
The 8 Best Budget-Friendly Camel Coats for Women (Plus 1 Investment Piece)
Is there any fall/winter piece more iconic than the women’s camel coat? Amal Clooney practically… Read More »The 8 Best Budget-Friendly Camel Coats for Women (Plus 1 Investment Piece)
Walmart Free Assembly: 9 Budget Pieces You’ll Love Wearing This Fall
The Walmart Free Assembly brand came to be in 2020 — when most of us… Read More »Walmart Free Assembly: 9 Budget Pieces You’ll Love Wearing This Fall
Fall Fashion for Plus Size Fashionistas: 9 Essential Garments to Shop Now
Do you remember when Googling “fall fashion for plus size ladies” returned mostly websites carrying… Read More »Fall Fashion for Plus Size Fashionistas: 9 Essential Garments to Shop Now
How to Wear the Sheer Trend When You’re 40+
Kylie Jenner and Megan Thee Stallion have recently rocked the sheer trend — but you… Read More »How to Wear the Sheer Trend When You’re 40+
10 Dos and Don’ts of Summer Style
Oh, what to wear. And oh, what *not* to wear! With fashion, there’s always a very… Read More »10 Dos and Don’ts of Summer Style
10 Cute Crossbody Bags Under $50
Crossbody bags are ideal for spring and summer. They’re big enough for the essentials, and… Read More »10 Cute Crossbody Bags Under $50
25 Summer Outfits on the Cheap: Get ‘Em All for $200
Summer outfits have a big job. They need to be casual, comfortable, chic, and easy.… Read More »25 Summer Outfits on the Cheap: Get ‘Em All for $200
White Summer Dresses: 6 Budget-Friendly Picks from Amazon
There are few pieces more synonymous with summer than the classic white dress. As timeless… Read More »White Summer Dresses: 6 Budget-Friendly Picks from Amazon
What to Wear on 4th of July (When You’re on a Budget)
Wondering what to wear on 4th of July when your clothing budget is already stretched… Read More »What to Wear on 4th of July (When You’re on a Budget)
Chic Wedding Guest Dresses for Older Women
If you’re shopping for a chic outfit to wear to a wedding AND you’re over… Read More »Chic Wedding Guest Dresses for Older Women
Summer Jewelry Trends: 7 Chic Picks Under $40 + 1 Splurge You Could Get Free
Now’s about the time we could all use some self-care, right? Your style of self-care… Read More »Summer Jewelry Trends: 7 Chic Picks Under $40 + 1 Splurge You Could Get Free
10 Cutest Flats for Spring Under $50
Since the weather warmed up, I’ve been living in the cutest flats I bought from… Read More »10 Cutest Flats for Spring Under $50
6 Formal Dresses on Amazon — I Tried Them Free and You Can Too
I’m shopping formal dresses on Amazon! Actually, the real headline is that my daughter is… Read More »6 Formal Dresses on Amazon — I Tried Them Free and You Can Too
Chic Beach Wear in the Season’s Hottest Colors
I’m shopping stylish beach wear because — after two years of sticking close to home… Read More »Chic Beach Wear in the Season’s Hottest Colors
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.
8 Spring Dresses to Love Under $50
These picks for affordable and wearable spring dresses are runway-inspired — but not in the… Read More »8 Spring Dresses to Love Under $50
Valentine’s Lingerie for 2024: 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 for 2024: 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
Figuring out how to dress for a cocktail party can be challenging. Back in the… Read More »How to Dress for a Cocktail Party
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+
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
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
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
Fashion Basics: Classic Accessories We All Need
Have you ever looked inside your closet and felt that deep-pitted sense that something is… 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
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)
10 Unfashionable Summer Sandals for Under $75
Coco Chanel said, “With four pairs of shoes I can travel the world.” We all… Read More »10 Unfashionable Summer Sandals for Under $75
9 Outfits with Leggings for Comfort & Style
I’ll jump right in and predict that outfits with leggings are about to become very… Read More »9 Outfits with Leggings for Comfort & Style
What to Pack for Vacation: 6 Essentials for Summer Trips
Summer is here folks! You may have skipped your summer trip last year — but… Read More »What to Pack for Vacation: 6 Essentials for Summer Trips
10 Cute Dresses for Summer Priced $50 or Less
Last summer must have gotten lost in the ether because I don’t remember buying a… Read More »10 Cute Dresses for Summer Priced $50 or Less