Ever wonder how celebrities always manage to find the trendiest clothes? Well, they don't; their stylists do. Contrary to what you might imagine, most starts don't lounge poolside all day, studying Vogue or scouting out what's hot at Styleteria. That's the job of their personal stylists.
The good news it, now you can hire one too, or, if you've got an incredible knack for what's hot already, why not consider becoming a fashion consultant yourself?
Remember Nicole Richie a few years ago? Her outfits were pretty crazy, but in recent years, she made her debut as a fashion icon thanks to stylist Rachel Zoe. Zoe is one of Hollywood's best known fashion consultants and has worked with celebs including Mischa Barton, Keira Knightly and Jessica Simpson. Zoe is featured in the first photo, the others are of celebrity stylist Bobbie Thomas and male stylist Adee Phelan.
Stylists first do a consultation with you, get to know your current style and what image you're hoping to reflect with their help. They'll take celebrity styles you admire into consideration, and other wants and needs you have. Are you on a tight budget? Do you only support eco-friendly products? They'll listen, then help you find what work best.
It would be easy just to copy what's in the magazines, provided you had the money, but then you still wouldn't be setting your own trends, you'd just be copying. No good if you want to be considered a fashion trend setter. That's why hiring a personal wardrobe consultant works wonders. They're no longer just for A list celebrities are or the ridiculously affluent -- they're available for people like you!
The Boston Globe gave the inside scoop on the services offered by some mainstream stylists in Boston. If you leave elsewhere, a quick Google search will reveal stylists in your area.
If this sounds like a job you that would be perfect for you and your style savvy, check out this how-to guide for getting paid to dress others as a fashion consultant yourself.
Personal Stylists Now Mainstream
Not Just For Celebs Anymore
Trend Themes
1. Demand for Personal Stylists - The trend of hiring personal stylists is becoming more popular among individuals who want to improve their style while setting their own fashion trends.
2. Rise of Fashion Consulting - As individuals look to improve their personal style and stay ahead of the latest fashion trends, the fashion consulting industry is becoming increasingly relevant.
3. Personalization in the Fashion Industry - Consumers' desire for unique, personalized outfits and fashion trends has increased demand for personal stylists and fashion consultants who can help them achieve this goal.
Industry Implications
1. Fashion Retailers - Fashion retailers have an opportunity to partner with personal stylists and offer personalized styling services that cater to individual customer needs and preferences.
2. Tech Companies - Tech companies can develop AI-powered fashion styling tools that provide personalized recommendations based on individual's fashion preferences and style needs.
3. E-commerce Platforms - E-commerce platforms can leverage the trend of personalization in the fashion industry by offering personalized recommendations and styling services that cater to each individual customer's style preferences and needs.