Lauren Tappan
Lauren K. Tappan is the Fashion Editor at Marie Claire, where she writes trend reports and shopping 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

Is it time to officially bid farewell to naked dressing?
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White Dresses Aren’t Just for SummerFrom sophisticated satin slips to linen babydoll dresses, they’re way more versatile than you think.
By Lauren Tappan
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Florence Pugh Is a Daring Red Carpet Trend's Favorite Poster GirlShe loves a see-through look.
By Lauren Tappan
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Kaia Gerber and Cindy Crawford Copy and Paste a Wardrobe ClassicThe two looked nearly identical while attending the Broadway premiere of ‘Good Night, and Good Luck.’
By Lauren Tappan
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Wedge Sandals Are No Longer a Fashion Faux-PasThis groovy open-toed style is seeing a footwear renaissance,
By Lauren Tappan
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I Lost Track of Time Shopping J.Crew's Spring SaleThe retailer is offering a slew of breezy styles from button-downs to bubble dresses.
By Lauren Tappan
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New Yorkers Are Beating the Heat With This Laid-Back Summer StapleFrom sophisticated scoop-neck options for the office to sultry cropped alternatives for a night out.
By Lauren Tappan
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Chase Sui Wonders Channels ‘90s Nostalgia at 'The Studio' PremiereShe referenced Gwyneth Paltrow’s '90s-era style with an archival Prada print once worn by the star.
By Lauren Tappan
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Shop This Cult-Favorite Sale That Marie Claire Editors LoveSSENSE has everything a fashion enthusiast could ever want.
By Lauren Tappan
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The Best Spring Shoes to Usher In Open-Toe SeasonNautical-inspired fisherman sandals, minimalist heels, and ballet flats that’ll make you ditch the socks.
By Lauren Tappan
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Spring's Candy-Coated Shoes Prove Neutrals Are OutBold pastels and sugar-sweet hues promise to overtake your boring shoe lineup.
By Lauren Tappan
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Yes, The Perfect Spring Jacket Does ExistWe're not gatekeeping.
By Lauren Tappan
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Issa Rae’s Stuart Weitzman Campaign Proves Every Mogul Deserves Some Me TimeThe key to her success lies in self-care.
By Lauren Tappan
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22 Elegant Flats That Will Replace Your Favorite HeelsThese shoes embrace comfort without skimping on style.
By Lauren Tappan
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The Polarizing Flared Jeans Silhouette Is Back With the Boho Trend RevivalFrom exaggerated bell bottoms to subtle wide-leg throwbacks, this vintage style has returned for spring.
By Lauren Tappan
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The Best Spring 2025 Color Trends Are on Sale at NordstromFrom cherry red to butter yellow, here are the delectable shades to wear this season.
By Lauren Tappan
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13 Outfit Formulas Defining Hailey Bieber's Laidback Personal StyleCopy and paste to your closet.
By Lauren Tappan
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I’m Styling These Chic Spring Outfits With Madewell’s Sale SectionConsider your warm-weather wardrobe complete.
By Lauren Tappan
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Lily-Rose Depp Makes Her Oscars Debut in a Naked DressJaws dropped at her Chanel couture.
By Lauren Tappan
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Selena Gomez's Custom Ralph Lauren Dress Shines So BrightThe star adds yet another divine look to her style file.
By Lauren Tappan
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Zoe Saldaña’s Oscars Gown Says “Fashion Is Art”The actress’s stunning dress belongs in a museum.
By Lauren Tappan
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Give 2025’s Cherry Red Color Trend a TasteTry the tart shade with accessories like glossy handbags and sweet slingbacks.
By Lauren Tappan
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I’m Swapping My Sweaters for These Breezy Vacation Must-HavesPlus, these finds are all on sale.
By Lauren Tappan
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The Early Aughts Boho Trend Is So BackFrom frilly lace dresses to suede outerwear, here are the pieces that take on the vintage-inspired aesthetic.
By Lauren Tappan
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Ayo Edebiri Skips Out on a SAG Awards GownThere's no doubt that the actress was truly missed.
By Lauren Tappan
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Millie Bobby Brown Makes Her Married Red Carpet DebutIn a rare appearance, the low-profile couple looked stunning together.
By Lauren Tappan
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Selena Gomez's SAG Gown Is the Definition of SophisticationCourtesy of custom Celine.
By Lauren Tappan
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I’m Crafting a Rich-Looking Wardrobe With These Luxury Spring AccessoriesFollow my lead by shopping on-sale styles from SSENSE, Neiman Marcus, and Bergdorf Goodman.
By Lauren Tappan

