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Pantone Has Released Its Color of the Year & We All Hate It
As it likely did for many, if not most of you, Pantone's enthusiasm for unseasoned aesthetics has left me wrinkling my nose and side-eyeing them for a second year in a row. It is a color that is in fact, the absence of color. A non-color to match our blank expressions as we all stare vacantly at our smartphones, desperate for stimulation.
Dec 6, 2025


Book Launch!
Highland Fashionista announces the launch of the Viking Age Historical Fiction Love Story Heart of the Wild Gods, by author Kendall Brooks
Oct 3, 2025


GenX Spent A Day Wearing a Crop Top (For Science) and Did Not Die
GenX, gird your loins! The tiny t-shirt is back in a big way! Allow me to walk us down memory lane into the era of the crop top!
Mar 28, 2025


A Ridiculously Simple Outfit Planning Strategy for Your Vacation
A ridiculously simple outfit planning strategy to help you get a handle on your vacation wardrobe.
Dec 29, 2023
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A Jersey Dress for The Idiocracy
Still reeling from the state of the world? Highland Fashionista suggests a simple jersey dress for your modern dystopian angst.
Jan 8, 20254 min read
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Kick Flares & Hurricanes: An OOTD
Highland Fashionista takes a look at kick flares, and a quick, budget-friendly hack to try them out yourself!
Oct 21, 20243 min read
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Style Focus: High-Low Hemlines
High-low hemlines are more coverage than miniskirts, a decidedly sexier silhouette than maxis, and they feel like a million bucks to wear.
Jul 7, 20242 min read
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A Perfectly Balanced Boho Dress
The perfect boho minidress that strikes the perfect balance of fun, versatility and affordability.
May 30, 20241 min read
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Styling a Feminine Lace Thrift Store Top for an Unexpected OOTD
Sometimes that weird thing that you saw in the shop that you're still thinking about is exactly what you need.
Dec 13, 20232 min read
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Shop With Me: Some Unexpected Mainstream Fashion Finds
Come with me on a day out as I unearth a few unexpected mainstream fashion pieces.
Nov 17, 20234 min read
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Happening Right Now: Grab Some Deals from the Etsy GET5 Promo!
Etsy's GET5 promo is running this weekend only! Get in there and get some deals!
Sep 16, 20231 min read
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Summer Fashion Fix: Highland Fashionista May Day Sales
Beef up your summer wardrobe with affordable and sustainable summer fashion - all Highland Fashionista offering discounts now!
Apr 29, 20231 min read
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Finding New Old Favorites with the Denim Vest Experiment
Highland Fashionista experiments with denim vests with this 100% thrifted look.
Apr 7, 20232 min read
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1990s Style 2.0: Key Pieces to Help You Master a 90s Look in 2023
The 90s may be back, but for some of us they never actually left!
Mar 11, 20234 min read
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Vintage Style Spotlight: 1990s Print Shirts Still Look Cool
In the 90s the prints were truly unique, and you just don't see mainstream fashion using these types of prints these days.
Jan 30, 20231 min read
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Vintage Western Dress Look: Dramatic Fringe & Leather
A look born of the inventory from HighlandFashionista Vintage on Etsy
Jan 18, 20231 min read
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Beth Dutton's Spectacular Faux Fur Wardrobe
Emulate Yellowstone's Beth Dutton without breaking the bank - faux fur edition.
Jan 7, 20232 min read
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Vintage Southwestern Style Tapestry Jackets are Chic AF
Back in the late 80s into the early 2000s, these Southwestern style tapestry jackets were absolutely everywhere. I've had more than a few...
Dec 21, 20221 min read
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Shop With Me: Trying on Some Wild Clothing for the Fun Of It
A day of trying on the craziest, shiniest, glittery, patterned and whimsical pieces I could find...just because.
Dec 18, 20225 min read
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Last Minute Gift Shopping with LTK
Welp. With less than two weeks to go until the holiday zero hour, I haven't really had a moment to even think about how I'm going to...
Dec 13, 20223 min read
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Vintage Head to Toe Y2K Style Look
A completely thrifted Y2K outfit of the day.
Oct 13, 20222 min read
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1990s Summer Style is Back!
90s style is back, and its even better than we remember it!
Jul 8, 20221 min read
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Y2K Style, Version 2.0
Y2K style is back, and even cooler the second time around!
Jan 20, 20222 min read
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