FAQs

Interested in working together, but have some questions? Check out our frequently asked questions (and answers!) below. If your question isn’t answered here, please don’t hesitate to reach out to us. 

Do you only work with people who have big budgets?

NO! I charge by the hour for my services and that’s the same across the board no matter what you spend on clothing. You can check my prices for different services here.

What if my style doesn’t jive with your style?

Fair concern. My job is to help you find and embrace YOUR personal style, not mine. I work with people that are preppy, romantic, classic, artsy, edgy, trendy – really ALL DIFFERENT STYLES.   I take into account what you’re innately drawn to, as well as your lifestyle and budget and, together, we develop your personal style statement. It’s kind of like a mission statement for an organization, brief and to the point, and it guides you when you’re shopping and getting dressed. It also helps guide me to make sure I’m hitting the mark when styling outfits for you.

Where do you shop?

I’m an independent stylist and not affiliated with any particular store (and I don’t receive commission or kickbacks) – so I am your advocate and take you to stores I think will be a good match for your budget, body, taste, and life. Sometimes that’s regular shops, sometimes boutiques, sometimes discount stores or consignment. I shop both online and in-person and have relationships with out-of-town boutiques that send special boxes to my clients. SO we SHOP YOUR CLOSET because that’s where the magic begins to happen and also do retail shopping.

Can we keep this private? I don’t want anyone to know I’m working with you…

Yes, totally. It’s not my news to share, it’s yours. Some clients like to shout it from the rooftops and some don’t even tell their significant others. If and when you’re ready to share, I always appreciate a referral, which I think is the highest compliment of all – I don’t advertise and most of my clients are word of mouth – but, bottom line, it is for you to decide.

Do you work with people via Skype?

Actually, no. I don’t think true success can happen with this kind of service virtually. But nothing can take the place of an in-home closet analysis. 

Will you help me with home decorating? Or party planning?

Sorry, no. I specialize in wardrobe and clothing styling. I do, however, know some good decorators and party planners who I can recommend.

Will this cost me a lot of money?

I am super committed to my clients. And to achieve true success, I ask the same in return. So, working with me does require a little investment in yourself, of both time and money. Generally, everything pricing-related from all things IG, fashion class, the talk to one-on-one consulting can be found here.

Do you only work with people that are of a particular size?

Hellz no!! I work with REAL people of all shapes, sizes, and ages. Some are size 0, some size 14, some Petites, and some 22W (and everything in between). Because, this is the deal, dressing to optimize your figure is just an optical illusion. NO ONE has a “perfect” figure, not even movie stars and models, they just know (or are advised) what to wear to play up the positives and create that proportional balance. I’m kind of a nerd and love figuring out the puzzle of what styles, shapes, colors, and fabrics will do that for you!  

Are you going to critique my clothes when I see you out and about town?

NO WAY!!! If I get to see you off the clock, I’m just excited to see you – there’s no judgment, ever! I literally have the ability to turn my critical eye on and off – so when I’m supposed to be giving honest advice it’s on, and when I’m out living life it’s off. So please, if I run into you at the grocery, don’t be embarrassed – I’m just looking for the best tomatoes, not at what you’re wearing.

“I don’t want you to see my closet, it’s such a mess and I’m embarrassed about what I have in my closet.”

The bottom line, this is a NO JUDGEMENT ZONE. Truth be told, my closet is often a disaster zone (I like to think it’s a shoemaker’s kids scenario, but that might just be justification). Everyone has different goals for working together, as well as different thresholds for organization. My job is to help you attain those goals NOT to judge what they are. And, btw, after over a decade of doing this, I’ve seen practically everything, so you can’t surprise me!

I’m not at my desired weight and want to lose 5-10 lbs. Should I wait to work with you?

The definite answer is NO! I mean, you need to get dressed every day, right? Whether those pesky pounds come off, or not. And the reality is that our shape and proportions generally stay the same regardless of those few pounds (clothing size may change but the rules around what works for your body type and what doesn’t will remain constant.) And, in my experience, when a client feels good in what they’re wearing and their confidence is up, the motivation to achieve the goals (of losing weight or anything else) is more likely to happen. It’s a positive domino effect kind of thing.

What are your services?

I help you elevate your mental and physical view of yourself. In a tactful and practical way that matches your personality, so you can get to claim that Royal you were born to be.