Career Change, Confidence Boost: How This Busy Mum Reinvented Her Style – A London Personal Stylist Review.
- curatebyjulij
- Nov 30, 2025
- 3 min read
As I wind down the year and sort through my company accounts, I’ve found myself reviewing my client work and revisiting my London personal stylist reviews. This client came to me with the most exciting brief.
Why She Sought Out a Personal Stylist in London During Her Career Pivot
She was launching her new executive coaching business after decades in corporate marketing and wanted her wardrobe to reflect this big change. On top of that, she wrote a book and was meeting with publishers. With a full line-up of major industry events ahead, plus a speaking engagement, we got to work, ensuring she felt her best with go-to sleek looks that matched her energy. As with nearly all my clients she went through my new client package, I did her colours, and analyzed her personal style and body-shape style principles. From there we dug into her closet with a wardrobe edit, removing items that worked great for her past corp life but no longer matched her new direction, and found new ways to style the pieces that she still loved. For the personal shop, all Anike had to do was show up. This is where the magic truly comes in. The dressing room was filled with my favorite selects from Harvey Nichols that I handpicked for Anike based on her personal style (and where I wanted her to elevate to... a healthy nudge to try "surprise and delight" pieces) all based on a shop list we worked on together based on her needs (photo shoot, speaking engagement, events). I knew Anike would fall in love with these head-to-toe looks I styled once she put them on, and she did. xx
A truth I share often when Working with Me, a London Personal Stylist
Don't underestimate the power of upgrading your wardrobe when you are going through a transformational shift, either personally or professionally. Yesterday's outfits are not going to take you into tomorrow's goals. Show up (to your photoshoot, to that networking event, etc.) as if you are already there.
Recent research supports this too. In a 2025 Psychology Today article, “Dress for Who You Want to Become” psychologists explain how clothing influences mindset, behaviour, and confidence through a concept known as “enclothed cognition.” Something I talk a lot about with clients and on my instagram.
What Anike Shared About Her London Personal Styling Experience:
"I cannot recommend Curate by Juli J highly enough!
From the moment we started working together, she brought expertise, warmth, and an incredible eye for style to the process of upgrading my wardrobe. She helped me discover the perfect colours that complement my complexion and curated a selection of professional, casual, and evening outfits that truly elevated my look.
One of the standout moments of our time together was preparing for a major presentation where I had to address a large audience. I wanted to look polished, professional, and confident (but not too corporate). Juli absolutely delivered! I also wanted to go with a monochrome look (as made famous by Gwyneth and Oprah!) The outfit she selected not only looked amazing but made me feel empowered as I took the stage. I received so many compliments, and most importantly, I felt like the best version of myself.
Her attention to detail, understanding of personal style, and ability to find pieces that align seamlessly with my vision have been invaluable."
Anike, Executive Coach and Writer (Spring, 2025)
You can learn more about Anike's coaching business here.
If you’re navigating a career shift or want a wardrobe refresh, explore my personal styling services in London. Book in a complimentary discovery call to learn more.
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