3 Things to Know Before Hiring a Professional Stylist

I’ve often wondered about the people who love fashion so much they turn it into to a career.

I am not one of those people. I’m not into clothes or fashion. However, I can appreciate the time and effort it takes to make innocuous pieces of clothing look like a masterpiece.

In any case, here’s what I’ve learned about these fashion forward professionals. If you’re curious, like I was, keep reading.

Three Things You Need to Know

Before hiring a professional stylist, you need to know:

1. Who they are

2. What they do

3. Which qualities to look for in a stylist who will help you achieve your fashion goals.

What is a professional stylist?

Professional stylists help their clients choose clothing and accessories that suit the client’s personality, personal preferences, body type, lifestyle, and fashion goals.

Although we often think of stylists as the people who work in the fashion and entertainment industries, they also provide personal styling services for everyday individuals (i.e., you and me).

What can a professional stylist do for you?

A stylist can help you with the following tasks:

• Wardrobe Consulting: Assessing and organizing your existing wardrobe, offering suggestions to enhance your style.

• Personal Shopping: Selecting and purchasing clothing and accessories for you based on your style preferences and needs.

• Event Styling: Assisting you in choosing appropriate attire for specific events (e.g., weddings, parties, photoshoots, professional functions).

• Makeup and Hair Styling: Offering advice on complementary makeup and hairstyles to achieve a desired look.

• Outfit Coordination: Pairing clothing, accessories, and shoes to achieve a desired look.

What qualities should a professional stylist have?

To become a professional stylist, individuals may receive formal education in fashion, design, or a related field; or they may be self-taught.

Although a professional stylist’s background is important, they should also be someone who is able to work with you, understand your needs, and help you achieve your desired fashion goals.

If you decide to hire a professional stylist, make a list of the top ten things you expect from them. Consider the following qualities to help you get started on your list:

• Communication Skills: Strong communication and interpersonal skills.

• Trend Analysis: Knowledgeable about current fashion trends, and capable of incorporating them into styling recommendations for clients.

• Networking: Builds and maintains relationships with designers, retailers, makeup artists, photographers, tailors, seamstresses, and other professionals in the fashion industry, and uses their network to benefit clients (e.g., to quickly find apparel to fit client needs).

• Adaptable: Able to collaborate with various individuals and entities to achieve desired results for their clients.

• Professional Image: Polished and fashionable image that resonates with clients and builds trust.

Professional stylists work with individuals who seek assistance with their personal style. They take into account your lifestyle, preferences, and unique fashion situation.

A professional stylist’s number one goal is to ensure the clothing and accessories they choose for you create a visual impact. Their objective is to turn you into a masterpiece.

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