stylist

[ stahy-list ]

noun

1. a writer or speaker who is skilled in or who cultivates a literary style.
2. a designer or consultant in a field subject to changes in style, especially hairdressing, clothing, or interior decoration.
3. a person who cultivates or maintains any particular style.

stylist

/ ˈstaɪlɪst /

noun

1. a person who performs, writes, or acts with attention to style
2. a designer of clothes, décor, etc
3. a hairdresser who styles hair
4. a designer whose job is to coordinate the style of products, advertising material, etc

Word History and Origins

Origin of stylist¹

First recorded in 1785–95; style + -ist

Example Sentences

Take some cues from the L.A.-based wardrobe stylist from Highland Park.

From Los Angeles Times

Star Margot Robbie collaborated with her stylist Andrew Mukamal to recreate some of the Barbie doll’s best looks over the decades for last summer’s hit film.

From Los Angeles Times

And more than the accolades, what Kanno respects most about Ohtani is that he seems to have figured out something about life that the stylist himself realized too late.

From Los Angeles Times

Richard Keaton recalled that Lambson was excited about the opportunity Alcala offered her, showing off the photographer’s business card to her stylist.

From Los Angeles Times

The person who lives there is also a set decorator, a prop stylist.

From Los Angeles Times

Related Words

• decorator
• fashion designer