
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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I'm Elevating My Wardrobe of Basics With These Amazon Prime Day DealsFrom polished wrap dresses to relaxed Bermuda shorts.
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White Skirts Are the Unofficial Uniform of Summer in NYCYou'll want to copy these warm-weather looks ASAP.
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After Nearly 20 Years With Nike, Tania Flynn Walked Away to Build a New Legacy at AthletaWhile it was a difficult decision, taking a leap of faith was exactly what Flynn needed.
By Lauren Tappan Published
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Is the Barely-There Swimsuit Era Coming to an End?Summer's biggest swim trend will make you ditch your bikini.
By Lauren Tappan Published
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Fashion People Swear By These Office-Appropriate SandalsFrom heeled mules to sleek slides.
By Lauren Tappan Published
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These Micro Jewelry Trends Will Define Summer AccessorizingFrom 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 DayGingham is summer 2025’s breakout print.
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It-Girls Are Obsessed with Y2K Halter TopsThis elegant style will elevate any summer outfit.
By Lauren Tappan Published
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It-Girls Can’t Stop Wearing This Polarizing Short StyleThis piece will transform your warm weather wardrobe.
By Lauren Tappan Published
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Warm-Weather Dress Styles—SimplifiedThe breezy style embodies the phrase, "fashion meets function."
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Corporate It Girls Are Commuting in These Summer Work ShoesFrom 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 TheseThese 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 SummerMix-and-match chains and charms are making your ankles the new prime real estate for jewelry.
By Lauren Tappan Published
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An Indie Sleaze Comeback Is ImminentThink leather pants, tartan minis, and lace slips.
By Lauren Tappan Published
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Breezy Summer Dresses to Solve Every Hot-Weather Style DilemmaFrom 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 TrendFloaty hems, art-school crochet, and festival-ready prints.
By Lauren Tappan Published
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Bermuda Shorts Just Replaced My Mini HemlinesGoodbye, hot pants.
By Lauren Tappan Published
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21 Summer Work Dresses That Exude 'She Means Business' EnergyTake your warm-weather office style to the next level.
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20 Pieces That Define the Ultimate Minimalist Summer CapsuleThese are the only basics you'll need this summer.
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7 Unexpected Summer Color MashupsDitch the safe pairings and try these instead.
By Lauren Tappan Published
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I Perfected My Summer Wardrobe With 10 All-White LooksFrom chic linen sets to fun puff-sleeve dresses, discover how to perfect the monochrome look.
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The Retro Print That’s Suddenly EverywherePolka dots are back—and they’re cooler than you remember.
By Lauren Tappan Published
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Elevate Your Minimalist Summer Outfits With These Nordstrom Sale FindsConsider your warm-weather wardrobe complete.
By Lauren Tappan Published
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Plaid for Summer? The Cool Girls Say YesMove over, florals.
By Lauren Tappan Published
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Kristen Stewart Challenges the Cannes Film Festival Dress CodeShe 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 2025Fashion 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 EraThe model co-signed the retro trend while wearing a vintage-inspired tote.
By Lauren Tappan Published


