Over the years, prospective clients have asked me a question that I find very interesting: "Will you tell me to wear what you wear?"
Some explain that they don't wear big earrings as I do, or that they don't like wearing so many colors. Others love wearing lots of colors, while some prefer a wardrobe made mostly of neutrals. And then there are questions about shopping and budgets. "I don't want to spend a lot of money on clothes. Can you still help me?"
My answer is always yes!
Working with a personal stylist is not the same as shopping with a friend.
When you go shopping with a friend, she will probably give you her opinion based on her own taste. She might suggest something because she loves it, even if it's not necessarily right for you.
As a professional stylist, my job is different. I need to understand who you are, your lifestyle, your preferences, your relationship with clothes, and what you want to achieve with your wardrobe. Your budget is part of that conversation, too.
Of course, I have my own personal style. I love accessories, interesting color combinations, and experimenting with clothes. But that doesn't mean I expect my clients to dress the same way.
I admit that separating my personal preferences from my professional recommendations was probably more challenging when I started my career, almost 20 years ago. Experience has taught me to look at each client as an individual, without bringing my own taste into every decision.
Right now, I'm working with women with completely different styles, at different moments in their lives, and with very different goals. One might want to introduce more color into her wardrobe. Another might want to simplify it. One loves fashion and shopping, while another would happily avoid shopping altogether.
And that's one of the things I still enjoy most about my work after all these years.
My job isn't to make you dress like me. It's to help you dress like you.
If you have questions about working with a personal stylist, I'd love to hear them. Schedule a Discovery Call, and let's talk about what you're looking for.
Hi, I’m Marcia Crivorot, a Personal Stylist based in NY. Once a month, I send newsletters featuring style tips, recommended brands, and a shopping guide. Unlock previous editions of my newsletters and receive my emails firsthand by subscribing.
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