
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 Micro Jewelry Trends Will Define Summer Accessorizing
From sculptural cuffs to effortlessly cool cord necklaces—all under $200.
By Lauren Tappan Published
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Fashion People Are Living in This Dress Print Through Labor Day
Gingham is summer 2025’s breakout print.
By Lauren Tappan Last updated
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It-Girls Are Obsessed with Y2K Halter Tops
This elegant style will elevate any summer outfit.
By Lauren Tappan Published
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It-Girls Can’t Stop Wearing This Polarizing Short Style
This piece will transform your warm weather wardrobe.
By Lauren Tappan Published
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These Minimalist Swimwear Brands Will Simplify Your Summer Style
From polished bikinis to flattering one-piece suits.
By Lauren Tappan Published
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Warm-Weather Dress Styles—Simplified
The breezy style embodies the phrase, "fashion meets function."
By Lauren Tappan Published
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Corporate It Girls Are Commuting in These Summer Work Shoes
From delectable jelly sandals to mesh ballet flats.
By Lauren Tappan Published
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When It’s Too Hot to Think About Outfits, I Reach for These
These linen sets are lightweight, low-effort, and somehow always look put-together.
By Lauren Tappan Published
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Anklets Slip Out of Nostalgia—and Right Into Summer
Mix-and-match chains and charms are making your ankles the new prime real estate for jewelry.
By Lauren Tappan Published
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Breezy Summer Dresses to Solve Every Hot-Weather Style Dilemma
From airy linen shifts to floaty maxis, these editor-vetted picks slip on in seconds.
By Brooke Knappenberger Last updated
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The Cult Boho Labels Defining the Trend
Floaty hems, art-school crochet, and festival-ready prints.
By Lauren Tappan Published
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Bermuda Shorts Just Replaced My Mini Hemlines
Goodbye, hot pants.
By Lauren Tappan Published
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21 Summer Work Dresses That Exude 'She Means Business' Energy
Take your warm-weather office style to the next level.
By Lauren Tappan Last updated
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Fashion's Hooked on Summer’s Fisherman Aesthetic
From Breton-striped shirts to boat shoes, here’s how to capture the nautical vibe, even if you're not in Nantucket.
By Lauren Tappan Last updated
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20 Pieces That Define the Ultimate Minimalist Summer Capsule
These are the only basics you'll need this summer.
By Lauren Tappan Last updated
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7 Unexpected Summer Color Mashups
Ditch the safe pairings and try these instead.
By Lauren Tappan Published
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I Perfected My Summer Wardrobe With 10 All-White Looks
From chic linen sets to fun puff-sleeve dresses, discover how to perfect the monochrome look.
By Lauren Tappan Last updated
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How I’m Tackling Every Wedding Dress Code This Season
A definitive style guide for every kind of ceremony.
By Lauren Tappan Last updated
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Elevate Your Minimalist Summer Outfits With These Nordstrom Sale Finds
Consider your warm-weather wardrobe complete.
By Lauren Tappan Published
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Plaid for Summer? The Cool Girls Say Yes
Move over, florals.
By Lauren Tappan Published
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Kristen Stewart Challenges the Cannes Film Festival Dress Code
She found a way to incorporate a nearly-naked element.
By Lauren Tappan Published
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The 6 Summer Microtrends Style Insiders Are Betting On for 2025
Fashion connoisseurs break down the season’s most unexpected style shifts.
By Lauren Tappan Published
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Bella Hadid Is Firmly in Her Boho Era
The model co-signed the retro trend while wearing a vintage-inspired tote.
By Lauren Tappan Published
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The Only Minimalist Capsule Wardrobe You’ll Need for Summer
From office Bermuda shorts to easy-breezy linen pants.
By Lauren Tappan Published
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Yes, These Mesh Flats Are Work-Appropriate
Brave the sweltering heat with this barely-there style.
By Emma Childs Last updated
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Every Fashion Editor I Know Is Shopping This New Zara Collection
It's a one-stop shop for elevated wardrobe basics.
By Lauren Tappan Published
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I Just Added This Low-Lift Gigi Hadid Outfit to My Mood Board
The model swapped her Miu Miu gown for comfort instead.
By Lauren Tappan Published

The Retro Print That’s Suddenly Everywhere
Polka dots are back—and they’re cooler than you remember.