Lauren Tappan
Lauren K. Tappan is the Fashion Editor at Marie Claire, where she writes trend reports, shopping pieces, and celebrity news stories. Through reading Lauren’s work, you’ll discover that she has a penchant for exploring the latest runway-inspired styles and highlighting both emerging and legacy brands.
Prior to Marie Claire, Lauren worked for Harper’s Bazaar and ELLE as a freelance editor with a specific focus on e-commerce. There, she covered seasonal styles and tracked the best products on the market. Looking back even further, Lauren worked for Town & Country, developing a robust portfolio of fashion roundups and designer profiles, while also assisting the editor-in-chief.
Lauren graduated from the University of Pennsylvania with a bachelor’s degree in communications and a minor in journalism. While attending Penn, Lauren contributed to the university's fashion magazine, The Walk, where she worked her way up from beauty editor to editor-in-chief. Lauren also interned for Philadelphia Style Magazine and EveryStylishGirl during her time in college.
When she’s not exploring the world of fashion, you can find Lauren sharpening her skills as DJ, discovering new restaurants in New York City (she’s a foodie), and spending quality time with friends and family. Follow her along at @laurenktappan.
Latest articles by Lauren Tappan
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These Winter Coats Will Be Your Best Cold-Weather InvestmentFrom parks to puffers, a warm outer layer will last you until spring. By Sara Holzman Last updated 
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I Found the Coziest Can’t-Miss Under-$250 Cashmere Deals to Shop This WinterBlack Friday might be over, but you can still stock up on these under-$250 picks. By Lauren Tappan Last updated 
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I’m Coveting These Luxe Black Friday SalesThere's never been a better time to get snug and stylish. By Lauren Tappan Last updated 
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Outerwear Deals You Need to Shop Before Black FridayNot a single item exceeds $400. By Lauren Tappan Last updated 
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Animal Print Coats Defy Fleeting Fashion TrendsBuying Guide Take a walk on the wild side. By Sara Holzman Last updated Buying Guide
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Master Pregnancy Style Without Sad Maternity ClothesFeatures Your guide to a "cool mom" wardrobe. By Lauren Tappan Last updated Features
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Last-Minute, Head-to-Toe Thanksgiving OutfitsConsider your holiday uniform complete with these rich-looking finds from Banana Republic, Madewell, and Gap. By Lauren Tappan Last updated 
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Jennifer Lawrence Masters Late-Fall Dressing With These Two Key TrendsPin this effortless look to your cold-weather mood board. By Lauren Tappan Published 
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Moto Boots Are New Yorkers' Favorite Chilly Weather Shoe TrendThe footwear is the street-style crowd's go-to favorite this season. By Lauren Tappan Published 
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Leather Jackets Are a Classic Cold-Weather Styling PieceFashion insiders weigh in on the best to invest in. By Lauren Tappan Last updated 
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The Best Winter Sweaters for Layering Weather‘Tis the season to stock up on crewnecks, cardigans, and more. By Lauren Tappan Last updated 
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These Black Boots Practically Style ThemselvesOur favorite pairs from Reformation, J.Crew, and more By Lauren Tappan Last updated 
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These Designer Tote Bags Live Up to Their HypeFrom The Row's Margaux bag to Prada's Re-Nylon Tote, these are the styles everyone in the fashion crowd invests in. By Lauren Tappan Last updated 
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Recreate These Effortless Thanksgiving Outfit FormulasFrom deep burgundy to animal prints and Fair Isle knits, kick off the holiday season with pieces that look polished but aren't at all stuffy. By Lauren Tappan Published 
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The Best Winter Dresses You Can Buy Now and Wear RepeatedlyThese styles will have you covered, literally. By Lauren Tappan Last updated 
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10 Unexpected Ways to Style Cowboy BootsEmbrace the footwear without looking like a rodeo extra. By Lauren Tappan Published 
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Rich-Looking Fall Shoes You Can Actually AffordThe most coveted styles that won't break the bank. By Lauren Tappan Published 
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Here's What Adults Wear to "Go Out Out"Part of growing up is realizing that style and comfort can coexist. By Lauren Tappan Last updated 
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Copy the Expensive-Looking Cardigan Trend With These Sale FindsStyle a polished fall outfit with these luxe sweaters for as low as $27. By Lauren Tappan Published 
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Style the Maximalist Leopard Print Like a NeutralHere's how fashion transforms the bold pattern into a minimalist outfit staple. By Lauren Tappan Published 
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The Amazon Prime Big Deal Days Event Ends Tonight—Shop These 50 Wardrobe BasicsYou’ll find markdowns as low as $10. By Lauren Tappan Last updated 
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Shop Selena Gomez’s Best Fall Outfits from ‘Only Murders in the Building’Thank you, Mabel Mora. By Lauren Tappan Published 
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This Effortless Shoe Trend Is a Must-Have for FallFashion insiders say so. By Lauren Tappan Published 
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10 Expensive-Looking Knit Sweater Outfits to Recreate This SeasonDid someone say sweater weather? By Lauren Tappan Published 
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Shop the Most Coveted Denim Trends from Madewell, Before It’s Too LateYou won’t want to miss out on these major markdowns By Lauren Tappan Published 
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The 7 Major Boot Trends of 2024These styles will anchor your fall and winter outfits. By Lauren Tappan Published 
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Style Overalls Like a GrownupOnce you discover their potential, you'll reach for them repeatedly. By Lauren Tappan Published