I Hired a $200 Stylist and a $20 Stylist to Dress Me for a Week

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[WearItMilano]

I’m a personal stylist based in Milan and the first thing that surprised me that none of them asked for a portrait & full size picture from you! Your seasonal tones and body type really matters… dressing someone in all black is quite basic to me, there are so many nice neutrals out there that would have been amazing on your spring characteristics 💕

[maisaneves]

Make a vídeo "subscribers style me for a week" or something. Not to brag, but I have a feeling we'd make better choices

[matman]

I love how both stylists gave you one "late 90's goth chick who watched The Matrix a week ago and now tells everyone at the club about the unreliability of reality" outfit, like it's the most common aesthetic

[hanananah]

So the $200 stylist managed two wearable outfits, my grandma's couch, a victorian schoolboy in the matrix, and a poorly dressed hunger games extra. And the $20 stylist had one wearable outfit, some usable pieces, and a hot mess. I think I should just give myself $20 for my own lackluster styling services and call it a day 💀🤣

[cathlynballard]

After watching this and seeing actual stylist recommendations, I think my style definition is “I want to be able to go to the market without scaring anyone or being laughed at.”

[jestergopezatienza]

As a stylist, I feel like both of them are based more on trend and on their personal tastes. The part where they missed was knowing you deeper, especially the lifestyle you're living. Laso, if there was another consultation where they show you the direction they are going, they most probably land perfectly on the brief.

[TheWandererDreams]

As a fashion designer, I was appalled by most of these outfits. Also, for 5000, I am quite certain as an online shopper myself that I could put together 10 outfits or more for that money and get a much more stylish result that is actually minimal and suits your general aesthetic. And these two people actually are professionals... Damn. I might consider a carrier change! If you ever feel like doing a new video, free of charge, about ten looks picked by a fashion designer and subscriber, let me know! lol

[noadehaan]

I worked as a stylist and sales associate in a fashion store and im suprised that they didnt look at your body type and color complections that well. its the basic of styling someone individually and what makes the outfit work

[HeyRowanEllis]

the leather coat being broken is SENDING ME OMFG

[jennifermcdonald]

The number 2 outfit, from the $200 stylist is fantastic on you! The one with the olive green sweetheart neckline, the chocolate coloured pants and wonderful cream coat! I’m a bit sad that I waited so long to watch it, because now you have sent it all back. It looks so elegant and classic on you!

[katta]

While I fully agree than your favorite outfit is STUNNING on you, the second outfit from the 200 $ Stylist can not be ignored, that green looks INCREDIBLE on you.

[nobleglobug]

When you watch this, you can even see how fast your demeanour changes with which ones you feel confident in and the ones you don't! Your back straightens, your shoulders go back. Your entire posture just expands and it's absolutely bangin' to see that shift back and forth. The outfits you hate, you can see you hunch or lean forward and draw your shoulders in, etc. Trust your gut!

I'll be honest, I love fashion too, and you diss your fashion choices way too much. You clearly have a REALLY good sense of what's fashionable and not, based on just the comments you made trying on the outfits. They were the same thoughts I had. Again, trust yourself more!

Fashion is about confidence, there's no rules. If you THINK you look fantastic, you do. People notice confidence and posture, not patterns and colours! You got this!

[ckee]

This made me feel better about my own fashion choices, if that $20 lady can charge people for her "ideas" then I am good with what I put together. 😅

[icanteven]

The expensive stylist was the clear winner for me. She had the right balance between solids, prints, cuts, and texture…she also gave timeless pieces that you can wear years down the line and it would look great (the crème trench 10/10). And the grandma dress…I actually liked lol. I think if you had a high ponytail and swapped the boots out, it would have worked.

[orionnaward]

Expensive stylist outfit #2 was my fav! Versatile and classy :) but some of the fits from both stylists were very weird to me

[puppydogs]

Whenever I think my outfits are bad I just look at what the stylists came up with and have a good laugh lol

[honigbienchen]

I just had a stylist transform my wardrobe recently and after that experience, I am not surprised this experiment went the way it did. I was thoroughly assessed regarding body type, colour palette, hue shades and personality. In addition she was very keen on knowing, which "message" I want to give in my outfits. Of course that cost more than 200 pounds - however I have spend less on my new outfits, because she paid attention to capsule wardrobing. She also was precise regarding how my clothes should fit- I love every piece she picked. My feeling watching this video: many styles would have looked much better with a proper fit - but in general the stylists did not have enough information to understand, what the client wants. However, with a budget of 20 and 200, that also is too much to ask.

[soupenjoyer]

I know the valentino coat is the star of this video, but that lighter colored coat that came with the vest outfit was such a winner for me!! I love that it's has a mature/professional vibe, but also looks a bit slouchy and cozy. like augghhhh its so cute (and versatile)! Would anyone happen to know where it's from?

[donnacullman]

That Valentino coat is EVERYTHING! I think the outfits by $200 stylist are more editorial whereas the cheaper stylist is more “normal” everyday outfits.

[iTeacupPanda]

I personally loved the outfit with the green sweet-heart top and brown trouser. I thought it suited her body amazingly well while keeping everything covered. I think simple and flattering pieces are really effective. You don't need a ton to make them shine.

Don't want to wear the jacket? Chocolate hankerchief scarf could be cute, a nice earring. Or maybe a belt? A truly tailored and flattering outfit only needs one accessory to add interest, two or three if you want to go hard on it.