Tips for Choosing a Personal Stylist

You have decided that enough is enough, and you will no longer hide your style and personality behind the same old clothes you’ve been wearing for years. Or you want to revamp your office wardrobe for a boost of self-confidence and authenticity. Or maybe you simply got tired of your old wardrobe and want to collaborate with a personal stylist to avoid making the same mistakes when buying clothes. There are many reasons why people choose to work with a personal styling service. And they are all perfectly good reasons!

Working with a personal stylist is the easiest way to find clothes that resonate with who you are, flatter your body type, and reinvent the way you shop. While some may think personal styling services are the privilege of celebrities and royalty, you know better than this. “Normal” people benefit greatly from the help of stylists. More and more people understand how rewarding it is to have a wardrobe that helps them feel good about themselves every time they choose an outfit. They see the benefits of working with their stylist to shape a personal style that never goes out of fashion regardless of the trends.

What exactly is a personal stylist?

A personal stylist is a fashion consultant that helps clients find more than just cute clothes in line with the latest fashion industry standards. They are passionate people who take the time to get to know you before making suggestions regarding your style. Most of them are experienced fashion experts who recommend clothes that complement your body type, hair color, and skin tone. Personal stylists can help you put together your ideal wardrobe and avoid spending your money recklessly on various brands just because they are trending. People who work with personal stylists find it a lot easier to uncover and present their signature style to the world.

What can you learn from a personal stylist?

When you collaborate with a personal stylist, you learn more than a few fashion tips on how to mix and match various pieces of clothing. You learn how to spend your personal style budget wisely on clothes that highlight your favorite features and convey your personality. You also learn how to dress appropriately for every occasion and how to combine your clothes to get more out of your fashion investments. Personal stylists help people assess their wardrobe and identify the mistakes they make when buying clothes. When you collaborate with a personal stylist you discover your individual style and shopping becomes a pleasant rather than stressful experience.

What services can a personal stylist offer?

Professional personal stylists can provide a vast array of services. They can help you review your current wardrobe and make the most of every piece you have. Whether you want to audit your closet and get rid of items that don’t reflect who you are anymore or find what essential pieces you need to buy for a complete wardrobe, a conversation with a personal stylist is highly recommended. A personal stylist can also help you organize your closet to reflect your needs and style and make dressing up every day a joy instead of a chore.

How can you collaborate with a personal stylist?

Most personal stylists start by getting to know you and your closet. They schedule a consultation either in-person or online to discuss your physical characteristics, fashion preferences, and the activities in your daily life. Based on these details, your personal stylist will help you clean up your closet and make room for new items. Together, you’ll explore various brands best suited for your body type and price range. A personal stylist can accompany you on a shopping trip and show you how to become a strategic shopper to get more for less. They can also shop on your behalf in person or online and deliver outfits to your doorstep. If you’d rather take a more hands on approach regarding your style and learn about fashion so that you can make better style choices, many personal stylists provide online courses to teach clients how to control their won styling destiny.
 

How to choose the best personal stylist for you?

Finding the best personal stylist for you is no easy mission. There are thousands of stylists in every city, and they all claim to be the best at what they do. I recommend spending a bit of time reviewing their background, their portfolio and especially having a conversation with them. Finding your style is a very personal process and feeling comfortable providing feedback is critical. The process should be enjoyable and you want to select a stylist who matches your energy.

Fashion experience

Choose a personal stylist who can prove they have the right knowledge, education, and experience in the field. Your personal stylist should be up to date with the latest fashion trends and find it easy to identify the ones that match your style and personality. Ultimately you want someone who drives results and demonstrates it in their portfolio and reviews. Yes, the styling fee plays a major role when choosing a personal stylist, but it shouldn’t be the only factor behind your decision. Definitely ask about their process, this is a collaborative effort, so understand what they will require of you to make sure that your level of commitment is a good fit for the level of engagement they require.

Reviews and testimonials

As with all other experts in any field, reviews and testimonials are vital for the reputation of a professional personal stylist. Now, if you are one of the “normal” people I’ve mentioned before, I would suggest hiring a personal stylist who has worked with more than just celebs and athletes. Sure, it is glamorous to work with a stylist with a portfolio of famous and fabulous clients but do they have the necessary experience to provide useful fashion tips for people with regular jobs and budgets? Carefully look through their reviews, portfolio, before and after photos, request examples of the type of style you’re looking for.

Social media activity

Social media posts can say a lot about a person’s style, personality, and character. Check out their online presence to see if their content resonates with your style and if you find it helpful. Watch their videos or read their blogs. Have you already found useful styling tips? Do you feel you can establish a connection with them? Have they made a good first impression? Whether you work with a stylist in-person or online, you want to make sure you’ll discover your unique voice and your own style among the impressive array of styles that have taken over the world.

Personality

The personality of your stylist plays an important role in your collaboration. Look for a personal stylist who knows how to listen and understands your fashion and style goals. You want a stylist who has the answers to your questions and creates a friendly and relaxed environment for you to learn and grow. In short, your stylist should be a good communicator. There will be a lot of back and forth between you and the stylist and in addition to knowing what brands and trends work best for you, they need to be someone you feel comfortable talking to.

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