
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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How to Tastefully Wear Spring 2026’s Sheer TrendThis season, the barely-there style is more refined and less revealing.
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Thong Sandals Are Back for Summer 2026Beloved by celebrities and designers, the nostalgic style is so back.
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6 Sandal Trends to Know Before Summer StartsFrom floral-adorned flats to thong-shaped heels.
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Capri Pants Are Tricky—Here’s How I’m Making Them WorkYou'll want to wear this retro style all season long.
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Beaded Jewelry Is Back—and It’s Not Just NostalgiaDesigners are reworking the nostalgic accessory with a more grown-up point of view.
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Spring 2026’s Slim Sneakers Are Replacing Chunky ShoesFrom Puma Speedcats to Adidas Tokyos, take your pick.
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This Pairing Shouldn’t Work—But It Really DoesDon't wait until December to wear red with green.
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The 4 Spring Jacket Trends That Leveled Up My DenimFrom leather bombers to cropped trenches.
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How to Wear Spring 2026’s Trickiest Color CombinationsInspired by the runways, these whimsical pairings are guaranteed to shake things up.
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Here’s How I’m Styling Spring’s Top 6 Denim TrendsFrom cigarette jeans to Bermuda shorts, this season’s must-have styles are actually wearable.
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Stovepipe Jeans Are Spring’s Answer to Straight-Leg DenimThe ‘90s denim style is here to stay this season.
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Rosalía Proves This Fall Jacket Is Actually Perfect for SpringDon’t put away the autumn staple just yet.
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Dua Lipa Is Ditching Flats for a Ladylike Heel TrendAccording to the star, this shoe style can elevate any outfit—literally.
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This One Spring Layer Makes Every Outfit Look ChicerWhether worn with trousers or a slip skirt, this lightweight blazer cycles through my warm-weather wardrobe with ease.
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21 Minimalist Essentials for a Chic Shoreside VacationRead this if you're planning your next sunny getaway.
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The Viral Accessory Fashion People Love for SpringYou’re about to see this humble scarf everywhere.
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8 Easy Styling Tricks Paris Fashion Week Street Style Stars Swear ByYour guide to achieving a chic French-girl wardrobe starts here.
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Spring 2026’s Fringe Trend Is About to Be EverywhereFrom frayed skirts to tasseled handbags, here are the playful pieces worth shopping.
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How I’m Tackling Every Wedding Dress Code This SeasonA definitive style guide for every kind of ceremony.
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Wait, Where's Selena Gomez's 2026 Actor Awards Dress?The 'Only Murders in the Building' actress was truly missed.
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Jenna Ortega Brings Lingerie Dressing to the 2026 Actor AwardsThe star endorsed her fresh-off-the-runway look also embraced the night's theme.
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Gwyneth Paltrow Returns to the Actor Awards in a Breathtaking Givenchy GownThe actress walked the ceremony's red carpet for the first time in nearly 26 years.
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Keri Russell Extends Her Chic Black Dress Streak at the 2026 Actor AwardsThe actress made a show-stopping arrival wearing custom Louis Vuitton.
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I'm Calling It—Moss Green Will Be 2026's Most Viral Color TrendSpotted across red carpets and runways, it's poised to take over our wardrobes.
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The Minimalist Outfit Formulas New York It Girls Swear BySpotted during NYFW.
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Pantone’s NYFW Fall 2026 Color Trend Report Has ArrivedFrom striking to subtle, there’s a shade for everyone.
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Spring 2026’s Sportif Trend Is Playing to WinIt’s a polarizing look that defies conventional fashion rules.
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