Personal Stylist has changed my life

[Bigboobsnotgoodboobs]

Back in October I saw a personal stylist for the very first time. It was a real investment, not cheap (it was at selfridges). I got some amazing clothes and my style totally changed

I have just had a 2nd appointment for “spring/summer” and can actually say it has changed my life.

each time I’ve gone I’ve spent just over £1000 on clothes, but I haven’t really spent much in between

I go on holiday in a couple of weeks and it’s the very first time I’m going away without being in a blind panic about what I’m going to wear, and literally buying a tonne of stuff online, however inappropriate before I go away.

its not cheap but its such an investment in me. At 45 with young children, size 16/18 I’m not lying when I say it’s transformed my life. I used to live in black leggings and black tops. Now my wardrobe is bursting with colour.

not looking for any validation here, but if you’re in a similar situation and just don’t know how to shop for your body type then I’d say absolutely go for it

I've followed her on Instagram I love how positive she is plus have enjoyed looking at all her photos etc what a gorgeous job she does.

I’ve just tried using chat GPT and it was rubbish!! Generic, poorly translated meh suggestions which looked frumpy. Might do as a pp suggested, and create a project. I’m really enjoying this post!

How much conversation did you have with ChatGPT before you asked for the suggestions? I had quite a lot of input about my three style words, colour palette, brands I like and photos of my outfits before I ask for suggestions. Some of the suggestions I was definitely been underwhelmed with ( ie add a black blazer ) but some has been useful particularly around some items I don’t wear much. Its certainly willing to talk about style and clothes much more than any person I know in real life that’s for sure 😂

Fairly minimal tbh so I know that’s partly why it wasn’t much cop. I will try again and be much more detailed and ‘chatty’ with it. Maybe i just didn’t like the colours so I’ve decided it was crap. I love the idea of it and like you say, it’s more than anyone I know in real life would do/say. Thanks. Will report back x

I would like to have this done. I don't go out much so would not need many going out dresses (maybe a few). I thought I was an apple (may still be) but see that my hips are a bit bigger than up top, though have a definite (non) mum tum.

My only worry is the material. Viscose/Lenzing whatsit/Culpo/ modal is everywhere and I cannot wear it it makes me sweat badly at the back and at my neck.

Op @Bigboobsnotgoodboobs
I wanted to say thank you for this thread. I know some people didn’t have much luck with John Lewis, but on the back of this thread, I booked myself a personal stylist session at John Lewis. She called on the day to ascertain what I liked/was looking for and when I turned up, had a wide range of clothes. We quickly worked out what I liked/loved. Not much that she got I disliked hugely. I’d described my body shape/stage of life:basically not bought clothes in years because I keep thinking I will lose weight but now accepting that this is the shape I am at the moment. No more squeezing into my size 14 clothes…
She was then in and out picking other clothes/similar styles/colours.

There were even clothes I would never have considered in a million years. Looked fabulous.

It was life-changing and has made me realise how much time I have wasted looking like a frump because all I would buy was second-hand clothes.

I stated £500 for my spend but spent more than double that. My clothes are beautiful and I feel glamorous again - first I’ve felt like this in a long time. When I got back, there was only one top Idecided to return (out of 10 bought! ) My husband was impressed too which isn’t always the case.

I guess it’s pot luck with JL. Mine had been a stylist already previously so knew what she was doing.

That’s absolutely amazing! I’m so happy for you and that you had a great experience at JL

enjoy your new wardrobe, we should all feel great in the clothes we wear

Just to say good American seems to have 30% off ending today and there’s actually 50% off some jeans incase anyone else is wanting to try them like me x