A personal shopping success story.
When Jenny reached out to me, she’d already tried her hand at personal styling. She’d had a colour and body shape analysis, plus an online shopping session with another stylist. But while those experiences were good, something wasn’t clicking when she tried shopping on her own. That’s where I came in.
She booked my Body Shape Analysis, Wardrobe Edit, and a Personal Shopping Trip, and I knew I could help her feel confident and empowered in her style choices.
At Home: The Wardrobe Review.
When I arrived at her home in Penistone, Sheffield I could tell she was feeling a little nervous. Let’s face it—talking about your wardrobe and trying clothes on in front of someone can feel a bit vulnerable.
We started with a chat over a cuppa, where I asked her what she wanted from her wardrobe and what wasn’t working. Then we dove into her clothes. Together, we worked out why some pieces really flattered her body shape and lifestyle, while others didn’t quite make the cut.
Watching that “lightbulb moment” happen when everything started to make sense for her was amazing. This wasn’t about throwing everything away; it was about helping her understand how to make the best of what she already had and what to look for in the future.
We also pulled together a shopping list, making sure every piece we looked for would work hard for her wardrobe—and her budget. Style should always feel realistic, not out of reach.
“Cari came to my house and was immediately one of the most lovely people I’ve ever met, I always feel self conscious talking about myself and trying things on for people but she really put me at ease”
The Big Day: Personal Shopping.
A few weeks later, we met up for her shopping trip at Meadowall, Sheffield. One of the most valuable parts of personal shopping service is the pre shop! I had already scouted the shops in advance, shortlisted items I thought would work for Jenny based on her style toolkit, and mapped out our session to keep things easy, fun and efficient.
And fun it was! We laughed, we explored, and we found pieces she absolutely loved. For someone who had found shopping stressful in the past, this was a game-changer. She felt confident trying things on and always felt in control of what she bought.
Then came the moment of truth: jeans. As a 5”2 hourglass shape, Jeans had always been her nemesis and had always found jeans shopping a minefield. But I knew we’d find the perfect pair. And we did! The very first pair she tried on in the very first shop fit beautifully. Watching her do a little joyful dance in the mirror was a moment I’ll never forget.
We capped off our successful shopping trip with a well-earned glass of fizz—cheers to a wardrobe that finally feels just right!🥂
“[Our shopping trip]... honestly made what is usually a really stressful, overwhelming and tear inducing experience into one of the most, if not the most fun shopping experiences I've ever had. I’ll be honest before going shopping with Cari i thought there was no way she was going to find a pair of jeans I liked, lo and behold... they fit beautifully and were so flattering.”
What Happens Next?
When we said goodbye, she wasn’t just leaving with clothes that made her look and feel amazing—she was leaving with a whole new confidence in how to approach her wardrobe. And the best part? We’re already planning another session for Jenny’s next seasonal update. I can’t wait!
“I don’t know what sort of whichcraft Cari uses but I will absolutely use Cari again every season!”
You can find Jenny’s full review in her own words here.
Helping people like Jenny find their confidence and enjoy getting dressed every day is exactly why I love what I do. If you’ve ever felt overwhelmed by your wardrobe or dreaded shopping trips, let’s change that.
Together, we’ll make your style feel effortless, practical, and entirely you.
Ready to love your wardrobe? Let’s chat.