Become a Certified Personal Stylist with Industry-Leading Training in London
Launch your career in fashion with our 12-week Advanced Diploma in Fashion & Personal Styling. This immersive personal stylist training course gives you practical experience, expert mentorship, and real industry opportunities in the heart of London.
Whether you want to work as a personal stylist, celebrity stylist, or fashion stylist, this programme helps you build professional skills, industry confidence, and a portfolio that stands out.
You will:
- Learn professional personal styling techniques
- Gain hands-on experience through live projects
- Assist backstage at London Fashion Week
- Build your portfolio and personal brand
- Train with leading industry experts
This advanced training course is designed for beginners and aspiring stylists looking to fast-track their fashion career.
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Why Choose LCS for Personal Stylist Training?
London College of Style is more than a training provider. We help aspiring stylists gain real-world experience and build lasting industry connections.
Our personal stylist training courses combine:
- Practical workshops and live projects
- Industry masterclasses
- Expert mentoring
- Small group learning
- Ongoing career support after graduation
From personal styling and colour analysis to fashion styling and image consultancy, every course is designed to give you practical, career-ready skills.
Watch our student and tutor videos to discover how LCS can help you build confidence, develop your creativity, and start your styling career.
How It Works
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Due to high demand, places are limited. Submit your application early, and our admissions team will schedule an interview to understand your goals and guide your enrolment process.
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Launch Your Career
With expert mentorship and high-profile opportunities through the LCS Agency, you’ll be prepared to:
- Start your own styling business.
- Work with celebrities, brands, and magazines.
- Secure roles at industry-leading companies.
Who Is This Personal Stylist Training Course For?
This course is ideal for:
- Aspiring personal stylists and fashion stylists
- Beginners looking for professional stylist training
- Career changers entering the fashion industry
- Creatives wanting practical, hands-on experience
- Anyone looking to build a successful styling business
If you want to work with clients, style fashion shoots, or develop your own brand as a stylist, this advanced diploma gives you the training and confidence to succeed.
What Will You Learn?
This advanced personal stylist training course gives you the practical and creative skills needed to succeed in the fashion industry.
You will learn how to:
- Deliver professional personal styling consultations
- Style clients for editorial, commercial, and celebrity projects
- Understand body shape, colour analysis, and wardrobe editing
- Build confidence working with different client types
- Create and art direct fashion shoots
- Develop your styling portfolio and social media presence
- Launch and market your own personal styling business
By the end of the course, you will have real industry experience, professional portfolio content, and the confidence to work as a qualified stylist.
Meet your course leader
Fashion is so much more than just clothing. It’s about personalisation, originality, and defining who you are. Whether you’re an artist looking to express your vision as a fashion stylist, or a personal stylist who’s all about making clients look and feel amazing, this training is your golden ticket.
Dan Blake
Course leader
Let’s get real—fashion is so much more than just clothing. It’s about personalisation, originality, and defining who you are. Whether you’re an artist looking to express your vision as a fashion stylist, or a personal stylist who’s all about making clients look and feel amazing, this training is your golden ticket to discovering your dream career.
Are you obsessed with fashion? If you’re anything like me, you probably started out as the go-to person for style advice (and let’s face it, we love that role!). That’s why this course is so close to my heart—it’s the ultimate package for anyone dreaming of making it big as a fashion or personal stylist.
Not sure where your talents truly shine? Don’t stress—we’ve got you covered. This course is packed with everything you need, from landing invites to fashion weeks and nailing those PR pulls to styling your own shoots, getting your work published, and wowing clients as a personal stylist. Oh, and it doesn’t stop there—you’ll master colour analysis, personal shopper concierge skills, and even the business know-how to set up your own styling empire.
Success stories
For more LCS success stories, check out our Talent Directory
Lucia Lach
After completing the Advanced Fashion & Personal Styling Diploma at London College of Style, Lucia Lach is now a sought-after freelance stylist and influencer based in Dubai. Her work—with a focus on vintage, sustainable luxury—includes styling commercial clients and fashion brands. Recent projects feature pieces by Aanchal Chanda, Hazar Taha, and Amira Haroon, showcased in events like Dubai Fashion Week and F1 trackside shoots
@ Lucylach
Fashion Stylist
Sasha Crocker
Sasha Crocker completed the Advanced Diploma in Fashion & Personal Styling and is now UK Styling Editor at NET-A-PORTER. Alongside her editorial work, she curates fine jewellery through her own platform, The Fine Things, sourcing modern pieces for contemporary collectors. Sasha has also styled for luxury brands including Ananya, Jessica McCormack, and Repossi.
@sashacrocker_
Styling Editor – Net-a-Porter
Lorena Almeida
Lorena Almeida completed the Advanced Diploma in Fashion & Personal Styling and now runs a thriving image consultancy in Brazil, with over 11.5K followers on Instagram. As a specialist in personal branding, image consulting, and styling, she empowers women to use their image to their advantage—helping clients feel confident, polished, and self-assured. Known for her dynamic speaking events and media presence, Lorena blends professional insight with warmth and flair, guiding her audience toward discovering their best selves from the inside out.
@lorenaalmeidaimagemeestilo
Personal Stylist
Jessica Swanson
Jessica Swanson completed the Advanced Diploma in Editorial Fashion Styling and has since built a thriving career as a London-based editorial and celebrity fashion stylist. A multidisciplinary artist, she blends styling with music, movement, writing, and visual art to create impactful and sustainable creative projects. With a growing online following and an impressive portfolio—including work for brands like Superdry and Dove—Jessica continues to evolve her career at the intersection of fashion, art, and entrepreneurship.
@Jessicaswanson
Fashion Stylist
Additional Information
Post-Training Success with Boss Up!
Once your course is complete, gain lifelong access to our Boss Up community, where you’ll receive:
- Live mentoring and industry masterclasses.
- Networking opportunities at events such as London Fashion Week.
- Social and professional support to keep your career on track.
The Fashion & Personal Styling Advanced Diploma offers a rich curriculum that provides a comprehensive skillset for aspiring stylists. By combining practical training with theoretical insights, you’ll gain the expertise and confidence to excel in various styling fields. Whether your focus is personal styling or fashion editorial, these topics will equip you with the tools to build a successful career, launch your own business, and stand out in a competitive industry.
Personal Styling:
- Working with Paying Clients
- Female Proportion & Body Shape Analysis
- Colour Psychology and Style Personality
- Wardrobe Cleanse, Personal Shopping, and Event Hosting
- Business Launch, Marketing, and Brand Development
Fashion Styling:
- Advanced Editorial Styling with Published Work
- Celebrity Styling for Red Carpet and TV
- Fashion PR, Sourcing, and Trend Forecasting
- Upcycling, Sustainability, and Vintage Styling
- Portfolio Building and Art Direction
Additional Resources:
- Professional Stylist Kit: includes colour analysis tools, portable steamer, and more.
- LCS Branded Tote Bag, Size Charts, and Little Black Book of Industry Contacts.
Training Includes
- Accredited Advanced Certification recognised globally.
- Lifetime access to our online training platform, complete with resources and templates.
- Opportunities to work with leading stylists on live projects.
- Membership in our exclusive Talent Directory, promoting you to global clients.
- Industry placements and ongoing access to the LCS Agency network.
Fees From
2025: £7,450 (inclusive of VAT).
This Advanced Diploma is designed to fit your schedule with flexible payment options:
- Training runs over 12 weeks, with in-person sessions held 2.5 days per week in Bloomsbury, Central London.
- Includes blended learning for added flexibility.
All fees can be paid via interest-free instalments. Contact the LCS team for a personalised payment plan.
Important: Places are in high demand, so a deposit is required to secure your spot. For details on fees, deposits, and refunds, please see our Terms & Conditions.
Course Dates
2026 Terms:
- September Term: Monday 14th September to Tuesday 1st December 2026.
Jess Swanson
Celebrity Fashion Stylist
LCS was the gateway to my career! I landed my first published editorial during the course and went straight into paid projects after graduation.
Sofia Lazzari
Fashion Stylist
As a beginner, I gained invaluable skills and experience assisting on Vogue shoots and styling international celebrities. LCS gave me the foundation for a thriving career.
Entry Requirements
- Suitable for beginners, with no prior experience required.
- Competence in spoken and written English (IELTS 6 or equivalent).
- Must be 18+ years old with moderate digital literacy.
Certification & Accreditation
Graduates will receive:
- LCS Advanced Diploma Certificate, accredited by the British Accreditation Council (BAC).
- CPD Certification, awarding 40 CPD training hours recognised by employers.
Success Stories
Graduates of this programme have gone on to:
- Style for brands like Net-a-Porter, Harvey Nichols, and Farfetch.
- Work as Fashion Editors for Vogue, Elle, and Dazed.
- Build successful personal styling businesses.
- Assist celebrity stylists for red-carpet events.
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Success stories
For more LCS success stories, check out our Talent Directory
Patsy Dhir
Training at LCS was a total game changer. Now I’m a Personal Stylist, TV Presenter at QVC and Founder of Events and Lifestyle Members Club ‘The Big Little’.
Personal Stylist & TV Presenter
Manu Requejo
It changed my life! Thanks to LCS, I got to work with UK pop sensation Little Mix. I now style campaigns for Reebok, editorials, celebrities and music videos.
Fashion Stylist
Eni Ilori
Training really boosted my confidence. With support from LCS I interned at Elle, Tatler and Harper’s Bazaar. Now I have my own successful YouTube Channel & blog.
Personal Stylist & Influencer
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Heather Green
My life has changed completely. Styling campaigns for Adidas, my work has been published in Vogue and Wonderland and a new comedy for E4 coming out in April!
