Find Some Questions & Answers about a Fashion Consultant

What is the difference between a personal stylist and a fashion stylist?

A personal stylist, or personal shopper, works with everyday people (meaning, not famous!) and helps build a wardrobe suitable to their body shape, personality and lifestyle. A fashion stylist has a broad range of jobs, ranging from styling fashion editorials for magazines, advertisements, celebrities, music videos, as well as consulting to designers.

Is a personal stylist the same thing as a fashion consultant?

In a broad sense, the answer is yes. Basically, I would be consulting an individual person on their personal sense of style.

Is a personal stylist the same thing as a personal shopper?

Yes

Can I afford to hire a personal stylist?

It is a luxury service, so it is more expensive than shopping for yourself, however, the rewards are plentiful. Most people lead very busy lives and have little time to focus on building a perfect wardrobe, so a personal stylist will find the best clothing for them, and alleviate the hassle of shopping.

Why do I need a personal stylist?

In addition to saving you time, a personal stylist will find the best clothing for your body type, personality and lifestyle. Looking and feeling your best will boost your confidence, improving your life overall.

How long is the shopping trip when I go shopping with you? How many stores do we go to?

I prefer to shop alone so I can be very focused on what is needed, however I often shop with clients, as well. The amount of time and stores visited varies from client to client.

What are some of the reasons I might have for wanting to work with a personal shopper?

To build a better wardrobe, to find outfits for special occasions, to learn what looks best on your body type, to eliminate the hassle of shopping.

How can a fashion stylist/personal shopper simplify my wardrobe?

I will often go through my client’s closets and look at each piece of clothing individually, deciding if it is worth keeping, storing or getting rid of. Most people have clothing they never wear, so I will either find ways to wear the unused piece, or we get rid of the item. In the end, clients have an edited wardrobe without all the unworn, unneeded extra clothes! We will also start building an overall more focused wardrobe, so dressing will be fun and effortless!

Where does a wardrobe consultation take place?

In the closet of the client!

How organized do I need to be in advance of a wardrobe consultation?

It is helpful to get rid of any clothes you know you hate beforehand, but really there is no need to organize in advance.

How long is a personal shopping consultation?

It varies from client to client, but a first at home consult can be a quick as an hour! We will meet, discuss what is needed, and have a quick look in the closet.

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