Become a Certified Fashion & Personal Stylist with Industry Led Training in London
Launch your career in fashion with our Advanced Diploma in Fashion & Personal Styling, an immersive training programme that delivers in London with blended online elements combining Personal Styling, Fashion Styling and Professional Colour Analysis with real-world industry experience in the heart of London.
Whether you dream of becoming a Personal Stylist, Fashion Stylist, Celebrity Stylist, Brand Stylist, Editorial Stylist, E-commerce Stylist, Image Consultant, or launching your own styling business, this industry-focused programme will help you develop the skills, confidence, portfolio, and connections needed to succeed.
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Why Choose London College of Style?
At London College of Style, we believe that becoming a successful stylist requires more than theory alone.
Our programmes are designed to bridge the gap between education and industry, providing practical experience, professional mentoring, and access to opportunities that help our graduates stand out.
Throughout the programme you will benefit from:
- Live projects and professional fashion shoots
- Hands-on Personal Styling workshops with real clients
- Professional Colour Analysis training
- Industry masterclasses and guest speakers
- Expert tutor mentoring
- Small group learning
- London Fashion Week experience
- Portfolio development support
- Business launch guidance
- Ongoing career support after graduation
This unique programme combines Personal Styling, Fashion Styling, Colour Analysis and Image Consultancy, providing a comprehensive education that prepares you for multiple career pathways within the fashion industry.
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.
Three Professional Qualifications – Combined training:
Upon successful completion, students will receive:
- Advanced Personal Styling Diploma
- Advanced Fashion Styling Diploma
- Professional Colour Analysis Certification
These industry-recognised qualifications demonstrate both creative and commercial styling expertise.
Gain Real Industry Experience
Unlike many styling courses, this programme places a strong emphasis on practical experience.
Students will have the opportunity to:
- Assist backstage at London Fashion Week
- Work on professional editorial fashion shoots
- Build relationships with PR agencies and fashion brands
- Learn how to source clothing and accessories professionally
- Work alongside photographers, models, hair stylists and makeup artists
- Understand how fashion shoots are planned, styled and executed
- Create portfolio-quality work suitable for websites, social media and client presentations
Our aim is to give students an authentic insight into life as a working stylist.
What Will You Learn?
This advanced training programme covers both Personal Styling and Fashion Styling, ensuring graduates are equipped to work confidently across a variety of sectors.
Personal Styling
You will learn how to deliver professional styling services including:
- Personal Style Assessments
- Colour Analysis Consultations
- Body Shape Analysis
- Wardrobe Editing
- Personal Shopping
- Events, Memberships and Corporate Styling
- Client Communication and Consultation Skills
- Building Long-Term Client Relationships
Fashion Styling
You will develop the creative and technical skills required to work within the fashion industry, including:
- Editorial Styling
- Fashion Storytelling
- Creative Direction
- Mood Board Development
- Trend Forecasting
- Fashion Shoot Production
- Styling for Commercial and Editorial Clients
- Working with PR Agencies and Press Offices
- Sourcing Samples and Fashion Collections
Portfolio & Business Development
You will also learn how to:
- Build a professional styling portfolio
- Develop your personal brand
- Create a styling website and social media presence
- Market your services
- Attract and retain clients
- Launch and grow your own styling business
Professional Fashion Shoots
During the programme, students will participate in three professional styling shoots in collaboration with leading magazines to receive published work, one of which is an independent test shoot.
As the culmination of the programme, students will plan and execute their own fashion shoot.
Students will be supported in:
- Developing their own creative concept
- Creating mood boards and shot lists
- Sourcing garments and accessories
- Engaging with PR agencies and brands
- Building their own creative team
- Working with photographers, models, and hair & makeup artists
- Styling and directing a shoot from concept through to completion
Students will have access to London College of Style facilities and mentoring throughout the process, while gaining experience that closely mirrors the realities of working as a freelance stylist in London.
Who Is This Course For?
This programme is ideal for:
- Aspiring Personal Stylists
- Aspiring Fashion Stylists
- Beginners seeking professional training
- Career changers entering the fashion industry
- Content creators and influencers
- Retail professionals
- Creative entrepreneurs
- Individuals looking to launch their own styling business
No previous styling experience is required.
On completion of the Advanced Diploma programme you will: have
- Hold three professional qualifications
- Gained valuable London Fashion Week experience
- Built an impressive styling portfolio and live website to work independently
- Styled three professional photo shoots to see your work published in magazines
- Mastered advanced skills in Personal Styling, Fashion Styling and Colour Analysis
- Developed valuable industry contacts and leave with an industry CV and portfolio
- Gained insights into how the fashion industry operates
- Developed the confidence to work professionally with clients
- The knowledge and tools needed to launch your own styling business
If you are serious about building a career in fashion and styling, this programme provides the professional ;training, practical experience and industry exposure needed to take the next step.
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
2026: £6,450 (inclusive of VAT).
This Advanced Diploma is designed to fit your schedule with flexible payment options:
- Training runs over 6 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 Friday 23rd October 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!
