
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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Ayo Edebiri’s Ferragamo Met Gala Look Delivers a Master Class in Tailoring
The savvy actress aced the dress code, as we knew she would.
By Lauren Tappan Published
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Doechii Makes Her Met Gala Debut in a Louis Vuitton Suit
While embodying a "student of hip-hop," the Swamp Princess delivered a sharp look.
By Lauren Tappan Published
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12 Rihanna Outfits That Are Guaranteed to Get Compliments From Strangers
A fashion editor's investigation into RiRi's bold street style.
By Lauren Tappan Published
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Selena Gomez Co-Signs the Boho Flared Jeans Trend
With a corporate twist.
By Lauren Tappan Published
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Hailey Bieber Trades a Status Watch for a Dress Made of Watches
This runway look is unlike any other.
By Lauren Tappan Published
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The Case for Capris
You'll want to wear this retro style all season long.
By Lauren Tappan Published
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The Only Designer Bags Under $1,000 That Matter
You don’t need five figures to carry something that looks like it.
By Lauren Tappan Published
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Everyone in NYC Is Wearing These Boho Bags
Shop the styles driving the vintage revival.
By Lauren Tappan Published
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30 Elegant Summer Dresses That Rise to Every Occasion
Think: maxi floral frocks and airy cotton minis.
By Brooke Knappenberger Last updated
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Hailey Bieber Dives Into a Rare-for-Her Color Trend
The Rhode founder ditched her trusty neutrals while accepting a major award.
By Lauren Tappan Published
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Early-Aughts Boho Bags Are Being Pulled Out of Retirement
Accessorize like an Olsen twin this spring.
By Lauren Tappan Published
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12 Elegant Adidas Sambas Outfits to Copy ASAP
The iconic soccer shoe will elevate your footwear game.
By Lauren Tappan Last updated
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These 8 Spring Looks Always Get Me Compliments
Go ahead and steal a page from my style playbook.
By Lauren Tappan Published
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These Under-$200 Sandals Are Bound to Sell Out
It's time to stock up.
By Lauren Tappan Published
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13 Spring Work Outfits That Clock Overtime
Easy style formulas to master sleek office dressing.
By Lauren Tappan Last updated
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Selena Gomez's New 'Only Murders' Co-Star Is an Eternally Chic Coat
The star loves a classic layer, and so does her on-screen character.
By Lauren Tappan Published
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Kendall Jenner's Packing Viral Color Trends for Coachella This Year
This spring shade is officially It-girl approved.
By Lauren Tappan Published
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The 5 Spring and Summer Trends Nordstrom's Associate Fashion Director Is Actually Buying
From groovy boho styles to polished gardener-inspired outfits.
By Lauren Tappan Published
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Swap Your Minis for 2025's Maxi Skirt Trend
Is it time to officially bid farewell to naked dressing?
By Lauren Tappan Last updated
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White Dresses Aren’t Just for Summer
From sophisticated satin slips to linen babydoll dresses, they’re way more versatile than you think.
By Lauren Tappan Last updated
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Florence Pugh Is a Daring Red Carpet Trend's Favorite Poster Girl
She loves a see-through look.
By Lauren Tappan Published
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Kaia Gerber and Cindy Crawford Copy and Paste a Wardrobe Classic
The two looked nearly identical while attending the Broadway premiere of ‘Good Night, and Good Luck.’
By Lauren Tappan Published
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Wedge Sandals Are No Longer a Fashion Faux-Pas
This groovy open-toed style is seeing a footwear renaissance,
By Lauren Tappan Published
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I Lost Track of Time Shopping J.Crew's Spring Sale
The retailer is offering a slew of breezy styles from button-downs to bubble dresses.
By Lauren Tappan Published
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New Yorkers Will Never Turn Their Back on This Laid-Back Summer Staple
From sophisticated scoop-neck options for the office to sultry cropped alternatives for a night out.
By Lauren Tappan Last updated
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Chase Sui Wonders Channels ‘90s Nostalgia at 'The Studio' Premiere
She referenced Gwyneth Paltrow’s '90s-era style with an archival Prada print once worn by the star.
By Lauren Tappan Published
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Shop This Cult-Favorite Sale That Marie Claire Editors Love
SSENSE has everything a fashion enthusiast could ever want.
By Lauren Tappan Published