Personal Stylist

based in MANCHESTER & CHESHIRE

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Most people don't have a style problem - they have a clarity problem. Too many clothes, not enough outfits; pieces bought with good intentions that never quite work together.

I work with professional men and women to cut through the noise: reviewing what you already own, removing what's holding you back, and building a wardrobe that actually reflects who you are today.

Personal STYLING SERVICES

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STYLE ADVANTAGE PACKAGE

Combining all of my main services, think of this as a deep dive into your style and wardrobe. If you want to look current and put-together, without it feeling overdone or forced, this is the package for you.

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STYLE refresher

If your wardrobe doesn’t feel cohesive, comfortable or reflective of who you are now, this is for you. We review and assess your clothes, and fill the gaps to complete your wardrobe.

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identify your style

Has it been quite a while since you felt great in your clothes? If you’re unsure what works and what to invest in, this is the service to give you a strategy and instantly boost your confidence.

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ONLINE styling

For clients that aren’t based in North West England, I offer online virtual styling. All of my services can delivered online, delivering the same level of personalised styling expertise.

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In addition to the main packages listed above, I offer a range of expert services, including colour analysis. I’m always happy to help with bespoke requests.

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testimonials

  • Martin

    "Karina is a fantastic personal stylist and genuinely understands her clients needs. She took time to visit, review my wardrobe and my lifestyle, taking care to listen to what I felt comfortable wearing, and reassured me about what I would suit - colours and style/shape. During our shopping visit, I’d given her a budget and rough wish list, and she’d already selected suitable clothes and accessories for me to try. I usually don’t enjoy clothes shopping and get frustrated and bored easily, so it was a new experience for me and I really enjoyed it! I would highly recommend her and more importantly, she is a really lovely person".

  • jen

    “Working with Karina was an absolute pleasure. After years of ‘nothing to wear’ Karina gave me the confidence to embrace current trends without losing my style and identity. She showed me how to layer, how to mix items to achieve different looks and how to finish an outfit with the perfect accessory.
    A fun and brilliant present for a ‘big’ birthday, highlighting that you are never too old to enjoy clothes and feel good in them. Sometimes you just need a little guidance!”

  • tara

    “I booked a wardrobe edit with Karina and it was nothing short of amazing! It's been a great investment, as she showed me what suits my shape and colouring, and how to wear many of my existing clothes in a new way (things that had been sitting in my wardrobe for years, unworn). Karina worked with my style, not imposing hers on me. Turns out, I only need to buy a couple of new pieces (which Karina sent suggestions for after the session). Most of all, it was really fun! I feel younger, slimmer and more confident about my body and what to wear.”

  • Ross

    "Lacking any sense of style or fashion, for years I had always kept my appearance pretty basic. As a man working in the IT industry, sticking to t-shirts, jeans, and trainers, I really tried to minimise the amount of thought and effort I put into my appearance… I can honestly say I was blown away by the end result and was left excited to be able to try new outfits on a daily basis. I feel like the clothes Karina found for me suit me perfectly and I felt a new sense of confidence about my appearance.”

  • Bobby

    “Karina was great. We met at the Trafford Centre and she had everything all picked out for me to try on, everything was my size so no time was wasted. She was also very receptive to my ideas too. The day was really enjoyable and I'd highly recommend Karina to anyone looking for a new look or even just a few items for an upcoming event. Thank you Karina!”

  • Louise

    “Since my wardrobe edit and colour analysis with Karina my life has become so much easier. I only wear clothes that suit my shape and colouring, I have so much more confidence. Karina is extremely knowledgeable, tactful, honest and great to go shopping with!! I'd highly recommend her services to ANYONE!”

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Hi, I’m Karina

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Personal styling isn’t just about the clothes. As much as I love fashion and trends, they inspire me but they don’t set the ‘rules’. Your style is as unique as your fingerprint.

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discovery call

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So you’d love some help but not quite sure where to start?

I offer all new clients a FREE 30 minute 'Discovery Call'. We can have an informal chat, get to know each other and work out which of my services is best for you.

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STYLE NOTES BLOG

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When Your Clothes Stop Fitting, Perhaps Your Body Isn’t the Problem
When Your Clothes Stop Fitting, Perhaps Your Body Isn’t the Problem

Our bodies change throughout our lives. Weight fluctuates, proportions shift, and the way we feel about our bodies can change too.

That’s not particularly unusual. What is unusual, perhaps, is the expectation that our clothes should continue to fit and flatter us in exactly the same way for years on end.

We don’t expect our hair, our skincare, our shoes or even our lifestyle to stay exactly the same as we get older. Yet we can somehow expect the wardrobe we built five or ten years ago to keep working without any adjustment.

And when it doesn't, we often blame ourselves.

And perhaps, quietly in the back of your mind, there’s the thought that you might fit into it again one day.

I completely understand that. Clothes carry memories. They can remind us of a particular time in our lives, a particular version of ourselves or simply a time when we felt really good.

But if most of your wardrobe is quietly waiting for you to become someone you used to be, it’s not going to make getting dressed any easier today.

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your wardrobe isn’t the problem. Your decision making is.
your wardrobe isn’t the problem. Your decision making is.

You're standing in front of a full wardrobe, running ten minutes late, and somehow there's still nothing to wear. Not because the rail is empty. If anything it's the opposite, packed with options that all, for one reason or another, don't quite feel right this morning. So your hand goes where it always goes, to the same jacket you wore last Tuesday, and the Tuesday before that. Not because you love it. Because it's the one thing you're still sure still works.

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The Wardrobe Basics Myth - What you really need for a Functional, Professional wardrobe
The Wardrobe Basics Myth - What you really need for a Functional, Professional wardrobe

You open the doors. You scan the rails. You sigh.

If that sounds familiar, you’re not alone. Most busy professional men and women don’t lack clothes - they lack clarity. They have pieces that almost work, outfits that worked once, and a few impulse buys that never quite earned their place. What they don’t have is a dependable system, which means the right basics.

I’m going to redefine what wardrobe basics really mean, and how to choose them with the least amount of stress, thought and time.

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Your essential guide to getting your wardrobe spring ready – by a stylist and home organiser
Your essential guide to getting your wardrobe spring ready – by a stylist and home organiser

Spring has finally sprung, and many of us face the same challenge - you’re standing in front of a full wardrobe, looking at a tired collection of clothes that don’t inspire or excite you, and you’re feeling that you have nothing to wear. It’s time to breathe life and new energy back into your everyday outfits. This isn’t about buying a whole new set of clothes, but making a few tweaks and changes to existing outfits and being intentional with your Spring styling to give it a new lease of life.

This is your guide on how to edit and organise your wardrobe and fall back in love with your clothes!

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Building My Wardrobe the Slow Way - Why Intentional Style Always Wins
Building My Wardrobe the Slow Way - Why Intentional Style Always Wins

A slower wardrobe is not about having fewer clothes; it’s about curating a selection of pieces that genuinely serve you. It’s a process of building with intention instead of impulse, choosing items that align with your lifestyle, your goals, and the identity you’re stepping into professionally.

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How to Find Your Style Again in Midlife - A Practical Guide for Men
How to Find Your Style Again in Midlife - A Practical Guide for Men

At this stage of life, you’d think that getting dressed would be easier. After all, you’re older, wiser and more comfortable in your own skin.
But when it comes to clothes, many men find themselves feeling the opposite.

Your waistline may have expanded, the shops seem full of clothes designed for men 20 years younger, trends are coming and going, but you don’t have the energy to chase them.

At some point in midlife, many men realise they’ve stopped paying attention to how they dress — not out of laziness, but because other things took priority. When your life has been focussed on building a career, raising a family, you simply feel ready to take stock. Not to chase trends, but to reconnect with who you are now.

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why a smaller wardrobe can make you much happier
why a smaller wardrobe can make you much happier

Ever stood in front of a closet bursting at the seams and thought, “I have nothing to wear”?

You’re not alone. In a world of fast fashion and constant trend cycles, it’s easy to feel the pressure to buy in to the latest ‘must-have’ of the season. Also, not feeling confident in your style or navigating a change in lifestyle can make it difficult to let go of things that you feel you might need at some point. The result is that the more you accumulate, the more overwhelmed you feel.

But what if less really is more? What if a smaller wardrobe could actually make you happier?

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From Invisible to Impactful – how to refresh your style and elevate your professional presence
From Invisible to Impactful – how to refresh your style and elevate your professional presence

Style is never just about what you wear, it’s about how you ‘are seen’. For many professionals, particularly those in leadership roles, personal style becomes an extension of identity and reflects values, presence, and intention before a single word is spoken. It’s about showing up in a way that feels true to who you are.

One way to bring more clarity and confidence to your personal style is by looking at it through the lens of the leadership archetypes. These archetypes aren’t about job titles or personality tests; they’re about the kind of energy you naturally lead with.

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After 14 years of doing this work, the moment I live for hasn’t changed. It’s when a client tries something on, looks in the mirror are their whole face changes. The moment when it all feels right. When they look like the person they al
“I had a tough meeting this morning, but walking in I felt the most confident I had in a long time. Since working together, there’s a not a day that I haven’t felt good.” These are Helen’s words, not mine. She says it b
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