Fall/Winter Trends

Who says casual dresses are only for sunny days? Winter can make them tricky — staying warm while looking cute takes some effort. But it’s also a great excuse to …

Thank the fashion gods: Cozy knits are trending during this unusually cold and wet winter. And when it comes to knits, wool is the gold standard. Whether you’re a merino …

Leather clothes made their presence known on the AW23/24 runways — and now they’re all over the store racks, ecomm pages, and social feeds. You can hardly go a day …

The sweater dress is a fall classic every year. But this year, the slinky sweater dress also has hot-trend status. That’s great news for two big reasons. One, you can …

Here’s what you’ve been waiting for: the ever-popular Budget Fashionista fall clothing checklist. Consider it your inspiration for trend pieces that are wearable, affordable, and versatile enough to keep wearing …

If you have holiday travel plans on the calendar, you’re facing enough stress without having to worry about what to wear while traveling. Once you step out the front door …

To write this piece on runway looks for women over 40, I spent a dedicated afternoon browsing designer fall 2023 ready-to-wear collections. My goal was to pick out some looks …

Let’s talk about fall outfits for women. Over the summer months, your jeans, leggings, and sweaters gradually shift to the back of your closet. As such, now that we’re eyeing …

On the hunt for stylish winter outfits for women over 40? You’ve come to the right place! Winter can be a difficult season to dress for — you want to …

Is there any fall/winter piece more iconic than the women’s camel coat? Amal Clooney practically lives in one — and Meghan Markle, Priyanka Chopra, Victoria Beckham, and Chrissy Teigen have …

The Walmart Free Assembly brand came to be in 2020 — when most of us were still wearing joggers topped with work blouses every day. In the launch release, Walmart …

Do you remember when Googling “fall fashion for plus size ladies” returned mostly websites carrying dated, shapeless garments? Thankfully, those days are behind us. Stores like Eloquii, Wray, and Universal …

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.

Budget Fashionista has been covering Kohl’s Simply Vera Vera Wang collection since at least 2010. The line-up has long provided stylish penny watchers with wearable apparel, handbags, shoes, and jewelry. …

Gone are the days of dark outerwear — this season has a fresher take on winter warmth! From moto to trench and faux fur to fleece, my favorite coat styles …

What’s shaking in coat trends this year? I see coats extending the rule-breaking vibe that fashion has had all year long. Expect bright colors, fun prints, and style details that …

We’re staring down the end of summer — that time of year we normally put away our florals and reach for the normal fall fashion colors. These are the burgundies, …

When you’re short on cash, you could manage the style transition to fall by teaming last year’s jeans and puffer vest with your summer tops — but what’s the fun …

Did you embrace the loungewear craze of 2020? I certainly did, to the point that the only items in my rotation were joggers, shorts, and t-shirts. Occasionally, I’d step up …

Are you ready for cooler, shorter days? Yeah, me either. The transition seasons of fall and spring are problematic for a budget fashionista — the styles change as much as …

The calendar says its nearly Labor Day, but I don’t quite believe it. The summer is coming to a close, and too soon at that. If you love the summer …

Thank you to Noxerena for sponsoring this post about winter scarves. All opinions are my own. It’s snowing as I write this and I can’t help but wonder where on …

Thank you to Autumn Cashmere for sponsoring this post. All opinions are my own. A good sample sale may be the highlight of a budget fashionista’s year. Sure, you have …

This might blow your mind, but here goes. A slip dress is a masterful transitional piece. Sure, the sinewy straps and lightweight fabric position the slip dress as a summertime-only …

It’s coat season y’all! Now maybe you don’t love the cold weather, but let’s talk about the silver lining—there’s a new coat silhouette on the racks, ready to jazz up …

Cropped sweaters are among the garments that tend to look really cute and stylish on celebrities, but seem decidedly less practical in the real world. But they’re out there, taking …

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 …

With the kiddos back in school, now’s the time to focus on yourself. And one way to do that is by giving your closet a quick fall overhaul. Start by …

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 …

Henry David Thoreau once famously remarked that doing good did not agree with his constitution. Maybe, just maybe, that’s because the H&M Conscious Collection wasn’t an option in the 1800s. …

Color us obsessed with the Pantone Fashion Color Trend Report for autumn/winter 2019/2020. The fall color trends palette serves up the best of the best: vibrant, beautiful hues that’ll dazzle …

Ah, the duster cardigan. It’s an elegant take on a classic fall layering piece. And they’re so fun to wear, too. There’s just something about this silhouette that makes me …

White after Labor Day? While grandma might gasp in horror, we say yes wholeheartedly to some crisp whites and ivories in the fall. After all, it’s always fun to spice …

Without question, denim is a fashion mainstay. You’re as likely to have it in your closet as you are to have an LBD, a crisp white shirt or a tailored …

Ah, the luxurious feel of faux fur. It’s a trend that will never truly expire, because it’s affordable, animal-friendly and oh-so-indulgent. And as summer wanes each year, we see a …

Everyone loves a good leopard print. It’s ferocious, feisty, fierce and fun. You can’t go wrong, really, mostly because it’s achieved classic status at this point. But right now there’s …

It’s hard to imagine a world in which we don’t take at least some inspiration from the wild, raucous and incredible looks that grace the runways at NYFW each year. …

Chinese New Year is mere days away — on February 5, to be precise. In this Year of the Pig, we’re thinking festivities are in order. With beautiful fabrics and …

For some, winter is the most wonderful time of the year. For others, it’s when we gaze longingly at the summer dresses shoved to the back of the closet. But …

If you love patterns, 2018 is YOUR year! And this Fall, the philosophy is the bolder the print the better. If you’re eager to embrace the “more is more” mentality of autumn 2018, read on.

You know how to dress for the season, and you’re generally on the cusp of what’s comfortable and trendy. You’ve likely seen a few unfortunate examples of layering that look …

If you’re looking for the “wow” factor this Halloween — while still showing off your savvy style sense — try a costume inspired by pop culture. Pop-inspired Halloween costumes are …

Brown is a popular hue every year, but 2018 finds brown clothing taking on entirely new meaning. In its many iterations, this rich, dramatic color is everywhere — and it’s …

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 …

Fall denim is a fashion workhorse. It goes with everything, needs no ironing, provides enough warmth for cooler days, and can be dressed up or down as needed. Whether you’re …

Quick, what’s the iconic garment of 90s fashion? For me, it’s the crop top — showing off miles of midriff above a pair of baggy, light wash jeans. Funny thing …

For most of us, the holidays kick off the season of snug. Whether you’re stuck indoors after a freak storm or choosing to hole up with friends or fam for …

Layering can be your bestie or your worst enemy. On one hand, layering garments staves off the chills and gives you creative freedom to use old pieces in new ways. …

Why do you care about trench coat and sweater dress outfits? Because although being creative with your style is super fun, there are days when you need to save your …

There’s a crisp nip in the air that can only signal one thing: winter weather has arrived. And since you’d rather your appendages not suffer from frostbite, or even frost-nibble, …

Thank you to Nike for collaborating on this post about cold-weather gear. All opinions are my own. Spanish novelist Miguel de Unamuno once said that man dies of coldness, not …

Thanksgiving! The day for food, friends and family, plus reflection on and gratitude for everything that’s going well in life. Whether you cook at home or tour your way through …

Leave the little black blazer to winter fetes and NYE, because there’s a new office-wear essential in the mix. It’s the check blazer, and every fashion lover needs one. In …

With the cold weather season comes holidays, festive parties and a heightened level of decadence. This year, amongst the luxe knits, fur trimmings and sparkle, you’ll find an old favorite …

Don’t worry, this isn’t just another post prodding you to “put a leather on it.” (Which, admittedly, we do love!) But those stylish slips and sundresses you’ve stockpiled all summer …

Summer may be over, but the floral trend that exploded last spring is still alive and kicking. Those big, bold prints we flaunted all over town are transitioning into a …

With a year or so to wait for the finale, it’s safe to say we’re all left looking for something to fill the unnerving Game of Thrones void. And while …

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 …

The only good thing about the unavoidable end of summer is the fresh stock of styles that show up in our fav stores. Fall always brings in a rich selection …

Lauren Hutton, Jackie Kennedy and Katharine Hepburn. These ladies are hall-of-fame style icons, and they’re also women known to have stepped out wearing wide-leg trousers. Perhaps that’s how this silhouette …

Every few years there’s a new statement accessory making the rounds. For the past 11 months (and more), it’s been all about the ’90s choker trend revival. Skinny or wide, satin or velvet, …

It is by no means cold yet, but even California girls like Kendall and Gigi have begun working outerwear into their routines. And what’s the one trend that seems to be on …

The Ralph Lauren Pre-Fall 2019 collection is the stuff of style dreams. Rich brown hues, metallics, knits and plaids layer atop each other for outfits that are flat-out classy. Classy, …

If there’s one thing to say about silhouette trends, it’s that they unfold in sweeping multitudes. Think back to the start of any iconic style — baggy jeans, cigarette pants, …

If you’re a working gal and you haven’t invested in what I like to call “seasonal blazering,” then you’re missing out. What better way to take a solid colored shirt …

Fall is falling leaves and pumpkin-spice, harvest hues. And for the uninitiated, in the fashion world, fall is skirt season to the extreme. It’s the perfect time to rock the …

Contrary to popular belief, the skinny scarf is not just for the Saint Laurent crowd. Yes, the YSL girl is oft found stomping the runway in slip dresses, fur and these …

Feeling a bit nostalgic? Well, this fashion flashback is sure to inspire great memories from the 1980s. From shoulder pads and frilly collars to sequins and angora, fashion styles of the …

What’s black and white and being worn all over? This quaint little number of Thanksgivings past. Popularized by the likes of Wednesday Addams and the pages of history books everywhere, the classic …

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 …

If there’s ever a time to invest in a trench coat, it’s autumn. You can layer your trench stylishly over so many pieces and the good ones keep you warm …

Baby, it’s cold outside…but snap, sometimes I’m just not totally ready to admit it. Don’t get me wrong—I love winter fashion, especially boots. But sometimes it’s good to ease in …

We know that choosing what to wear to a fall wedding can be a frustrating task. You don’t want to upset the bride (more importantly, you don’t want to upstage …

You heard it here first: There are worse fashion faux-pas than spending outside your budget. Keep these fall fashion rules in mind as you shop for your closet and pick …

Winter attire is not an easy circumstance for a gal who loves shorts and lives in sandals. Layering takes a lot of thought and attention, and when left to my …

I hail originally from Southern California, where you don’t really need to master functional winter fashion. But for more than a decade, I’ve lived in the Midwest — first in …