IS THIS THE RIGHT SERVICE FOR ME?
Do I have to be a minimalist?
Nope, not at all! In my opinion, learning to put together a capsule wardrobe is a critical component of building a larger, cohesive wardrobe. If you can’t make a few pieces work together in many different ways, it’s gonna be much harder to do it with a lot more pieces.
I don’t have any clothes that fit already. I’m starting from zero.
I would still like to take a look at your clothes and make sure that is absolutely true. Unless you are reading this naked, you probably do have some clothes, and even if you don’t think they work at the moment, they may work with a few adjustments. We may be able to get some altered, or some things may just work with some of your new clothes - you never know! If you do need to start from scratch completely, we can do that, just know that you will need the funds to make those purchases as well.
I can spend money on a stylist, or spend money on clothes, but I can’t afford both.
I’m a little biased, but I’m of the opinion that you should spend money on the stylist (that’s me, in case that wasn’t clear ;) ). The knowledge you will get from working with me will serve you not only for the clothes you wear tomorrow, but for the clothes you will wear 20 years from now. Investing in your knowledge now will make your next purchases much better investments.
What I really need is a personal shopper! Do you do that?
I will, on occasion, make purchase recommendations if I believe they are necessary, but only as part of a styling service. Unlike other stylist services, I believe that learning to work with that you already have first is critical to building a successful wardrobe. If I just shop for you every time you need new clothes and not take inventory of what you already have, I can’t know for sure that they will work with your current clothes, and they may not be a good investment for your money.
How much money do I need to have ready to spend on clothes?
Everyone’s budget is different, but at a minimum I recommend you have about $300 USD available for a few new pieces, should you need them.
I already have way too many clothes, and I really don’t think I need more. Can I work with you?
Yes! I’ve built full successful capsules using only what the person already has in their closet. You’ll just need to send me pictures of everything you have to work with!