The Ultimate Personal Styling Course in London.
Are you the go-to person in your circle for personal style advice? Do you dream of helping women and men transform how they look and feel through style? Can you picture yourself leading personalised client experiences, building wardrobes, and creating signature looks with confidence?
Our personal styling course in London is designed for aspiring stylists who want to turn their passion into a professional career. Whether you want to work with private clients, offer styling services, become a personal shopper, or build your own business, this course gives you the skills and support to move forward.
At LCS, personal styling is about more than wardrobe advice. It is about helping people understand their identity, dress with confidence, and express who they are through their clothes. This flagship course gives you practical training, expert mentorship, and valuable insight into the fashion industry.
You will learn how to work with clients including individuals, professionals, and people looking for a complete style transformation. The course description covers key areas such as colour, body shape, wardrobe editing, personal shopping, client consultations, styling communication, and business development.
In just a few weeks, you will gain real personal client experience and develop your own delivery style. You will leave with the confidence to build a personal styling career, launch your own business, and grow with continued support from a team that champions your success.
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London College of Style is more than a training environment. It is a launchpad for a successful career in personal styling.
Our personal styling course is designed to help you become confident, skilled, and industry ready. You will gain hands on experience, work alongside established professionals, and build meaningful connections within the fashion industry. This practical approach helps you develop real world confidence from day one.
Alongside your training, you will become part of the LCS community. This includes access to industry events, expert led masterclasses, and ongoing support that continues long after your personal styling course ends.
Watch our student and tutor stories to see how LCS helps you unlock your potential, gain experience, and step into your new career.
Personal Styling Course London: How it works
1
The London Training
Experience a transformative week of in person learning in London, the UK’s fashion capital. This intensive personal styling course is led by industry experts and focuses on the core skills required to succeed.
You will learn how to build strong client relationships, understand style personality, and apply techniques such as body shape analysis, wardrobe editing, and advanced colour analysis.
You will also work with real clients under expert guidance. This allows you to apply your knowledge in real time, receive tailored feedback, and build confidence quickly.
2
Your Business Launch
The second stage of your personal styling course focuses on turning your skills into a business.
Over six weeks, you will continue working with clients while developing your brand and online presence. You will practise services such as colour analysis, wardrobe edits, and personal shopping, while refining your approach with expert feedback.
You will also gain clear guidance on how to position yourself in the market, attract clients, and grow your business with confidence.
By the end of this stage, you will not only be qualified, but ready to launch and build a successful career.
3
Ongoing Growth
Your journey does not end when the course finishes. It is just the beginning.
After completing your personal styling course, you will gain access to the exclusive LCS stylist community. You can attend industry events, join advanced masterclasses, and continue developing your personal brand with ongoing mentoring and support.
Is this Personal Styling course right for you?
Do you want to help clients transform their confidence through style? This personal styling course is ideal if you:
- Are passionate about personal styling and want to turn it into a career
- Want to develop advanced, professional level skills
- Prefer hands on learning with expert guidance
- Are looking for a supportive and creative community
What You’ll Learn:
This personal styling course gives you the skills to become a confident and in demand stylist. You will learn how to:
- Build strong relationships and coach clients effectively
- Deliver real results that transform how clients look and feel
- Carry out professional colour analysis sessions
- Provide wardrobe edits and personal shopping services
- Style both women and men across different occasions
- Deliver both in person and online styling sessions
- Launch and grow your own personal styling business with a clear plan
FAQ
Does the Personal Styling Advanced Diploma offer a recognised Advanced Diploma certification?
The Personal Styling Advanced Diploma offers 2 recognised accredited Advanced Diplomas! Upon successful completion of training, you’ll receive 2 Advanced Diploma Certificates accredited by the London College of Style (LCS), one as a professional Personal Stylist and the other as a professional Colour Analyst both recognised by industry employers and accredited by the British Accreditation Council.
Does this course provide me with the skills and business training to run my own personal styling business?
The Advanced Diploma offers a fully comprehensive skills training across personal styling and colour analysis both to advanced level of skill, coaching techniques to utilise with your personal clients, and guided step by step business training ready to launch your own personal styling business with paying clients.
Can I start my learning immediately?
Can I start my course training immediately? LCS offers specified start dates for this course as there are live Masterclasses and live interaction with your tutors on the course with personalised feedback. Please check your start date before enrolling. You will receive access to the LCS Learning Portal, Google Classroom, and WhatsApp community group a week before the course begins.
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Will my learning experience be interactive with LCS experts and fellow Personal Stylists in training?
Your course learning experience with LCS is interactive throughout. At LCS we believe in personalised, experiential group training. You’ll join us at our Central London Bloomsbury venue for a fully immersive one-week training experience in a small group (maximum of fourteen students per group). Our expert Personal Styling tutors will guide you through personal client coaching techniques, masterclasses on key topis, live wardrobe edits and personal shops with real clients, and hands-on styling techniques including outfit build.
Does this course include all personal styling skills and colour analysis skills from beginner to advanced level.
The Personal Styling Advanced Diploma course combines all personal styling and colour analysis skills from beginner to advanced level to deliver seamlessly to a range of paying clients.
What support do I get in setting up my business?
You join your group in London for access to a structured step by step mentoring programme that will guide you to business launch and profile building.! Our six-week online Start & Grow Mentoring Programme is designed specifically for personal stylists. It covers personal and business branding, marketing, networking, identity, and confidence, developing the mindset to move forwards in action. The programme includes website development, client practise case studies in Colour Analysis, Wardrobe Edit and Personal Shopping. Plus, individual mentoring with an LCS senior tutor or director to provide personalised business feedback and launch support.
What is the LCS community like?
The LCS community welcomes you to a friendly, fun, and supportive environment with direct industry connectivity. A community where you can make friendships, share your work, receive feedback, overcome challenges, join workshops and social gatherings all focused on your professional and personal growth. You’ll have weekly interactions with tutors, network with other Personal Stylists, and participate in group discussions. This is a space to ask questions, gain insights, and track your progress.
How long is my course?
Your course training includes an intensive one-week immersive experience in London, followed by a six-week mentoring programme. Start & Grow sessions typically take place on Fridays at 10:30 AM GMT/BST (London time but may be subject to alternative dates and times. These will be confirmed to you via email. Please inquire for confirmation or precise scheduling if needed). If you can’t attend the live mentoring online sessions, don’t worry—Zoom sessions are recorded if you miss them, and the WhatsApp group ensures continued interaction throughout the programme for group and tutor support.
How long do I have access to my learning materials?
You’ll have lifetime access to the LCS learning platform. We consistently update materials so you will benefit from the latest templates, downloads, and video materials.
Does the course provide a professional tool kit include a style directory, client templates including terms and conditions that I can use in my own personal styling business?
The course contains any number of valuable assets to use while you are training and through your business as a personal styling business owner. We believe in doing the hard work for you, so you can concentrate on elevating your skills, and working with a flow of fabulous personal clients.
What is the time commitment per week for study, assessments, and challenges?
During the one-week London training, your schedule will be full-time from 10 AM – 5 PM. The Online Start & Grow Zoom sessions run for approximately two hours weekly, with an additional commitment of 3-4 hours per week to complete assignments many of which are practically based. The workload may vary slightly from student to student.
Is there a final assessment on the course at the end of the first week in London?
There is a final assessment on the Friday of the first week in London on the Personal Styling Advanced Diploma. This is fully guided and supported by the tutor team. It is an exciting and fun exercise which the tutor team will share with you during your course onboarding session online. There will be plenty of time to ask questions. The onboarding date, time and link will be shared in your course welcome email.
Is there a final assessment on the online business mentoring section of the course?
The business mentoring Start & Grown section of the course is delivered online with a series of coursework that is set each week with individual feedback to progress throughout to business launch.
Will I need to find my own clients?
We provide all live personal clients for the London one week of training for you to work to real client briefs under expert guidance from the LCS team. For the online Start & Grow element of the course, we recommend working with three additional case studies/role play clients to elevate your skills. Friends and family can be great practice clients as you build your confidence in skills and approaches through the course training.
How will I know I’m making progress?
You will know that you are making progress as you’ll receive continuous tutor interaction and personalised feedback throughout your training. Your progress culminates in a final assessment day on the Friday of the first week with us in London which is fully guided and supported. You’ll receive a comprehensive evaluation with insights on how to further develop your strengths
How will I be assessed?
Formal assessment takes place on the Friday of training in London, with guidance provided in advance to help you prepare. Accredited Certification as a professional Personal Stylist is awarded on a Pass/Merit or Distinction basis, and you’ll receive personalised feedback highlighting your strengths and offering advice on how to elevate your skills further. As part of the online Start and Grow mentoring programme you’ll receive additional personalised feedback on challenges and case studies over six weeks; however, these are developmental and not formally linked to your certification outcome On completion of the mentoring Programme, you’ll also receive an accredited certification as a professional Colour Analyst.
What are the technical requirements for the course?
The technical requirements of the course are that you’ll need a laptop or tablet to access learning materials. Some sessions may require Word documents, spreadsheets, or image uploads. The course also integrates social media tools like Pinterest and uses layout software including Canva and Milanote for mood boarding. We’ll provide guidance on using these tools. Learning is accessible through Google Classroom, and our tech support team is available on weekdays for assistance.
I want to launch my own professional personal styling business with paying clients. Does this course cover that?
This Advanced Diploma course equips you with all the necessary skills and deliverables to become a sought after professional Personal Stylist. The course focuses on technical mastery, client interaction and coaching, business essentials, including networking and client acquisition, plus your profile development of your own personal brand. Additionally, you’ll have lifetime access to our personal styling community, where you can continue to connect in, make pro contacts, form friendships, receive support, join live Q&As and access industry steeped social invitations too.
Meet your Head of Personal Styling
Each of us has a unique magic within us that can often get buried underneath the busyness of life! The great LCS trained personal stylist has the skill to understand how to remove the confusion and, in its place, connect each client with the best of who they are now!
Wendy Elsmore
Head of Personal Styling
Each of us has a unique magic within us that can often get buried underneath the busyness of life! The great LCS trained personal stylist has the skill to understand how to remove the confusion and, in its place, connect each client with the best of who they are now!
With a career in Personal Styling spanning over 20 years, the rewards as a personal stylist are many. You can expect some incredible transformational moments as clients begin their journey with you. This happens as they discover who they are by connecting with the feeling of the visual differences. New clients will often share ‘Oh wow!! I can truly see and feel me for the first time in a long time.’
Success stories
For more LCS success stories, check out our Talent Directory
Clare Watkins
Clare is one of the UK’s most sought-after personal stylists helping women and men rediscover their style. All her life Clare has loved fashion and the confidence that understanding your authentic personal style gives you. Clare exudes an unforgettable warmth and fun, with her gold card her innate ability to understand the hart of each client. Creating incredible transformation journeys for her clients in the UK and internationally, her clients return time and again to work with Clare.
IG: @clarewatkins_stylist
Website: www.clarewatkins.com
Louise Duncum
Louise always knew she wanted to become a stylist! She boldly quit her design career to retrain with LCS and hasn’t looked back since. Just two years on from completing her training, Louise a captivating, confident and skilled personal stylist, clear on exactly who she is as a business owner. She delivers beautifully a refined and custom designed range of services to her clients who love Lou!! Louise’s career is evolving with many new exciting opportunities on the horizon and she’s now also working alongside international brands as a speaker and presenter too.
IG: @weizstyles
Website: www.weizstyles.com
Hattie Newman
‘Live the way you feel’
When London based Hattie, felt the impact of how an outfit could completely change her mindset and what she could achieve in her day, she knew she had to help others experience this incredible impact.
Hattie’s luxury client experiences are focused on rediscovering confidence as you work together to develop your personal style that feels utterly ‘you’ like your second skin.
IG @styleunplugged
Website: www.styleunplugged.co.uk
Kerry Jane Gale
Kerry launched her personal styling and colour business beyond training with LCS with intention to focus on serving female clients experiencing peri and menopause. She has gained a respected reputation in this field with a busy and loyal client base for styling and colour appointments.
Kerry is also devoted to her own well-being and self-care as a shining example to her clients. She was selected by Frankie Bridge as one of her nine women to feature as the face of her haircare brand @CloudNineHair.
IG: @definedstyling
Additional Information: Flagship Personal Styling Advanced Diploma London
This personal styling course in London combines world-class stylist training with the tools and mentorship to launch your business with confidence. Delivered in a supportive, hands-on environment, the programme blends expert-led sessions with live client experiences, ensuring you leave not just trained, but truly prepared.
Client Services: Train Like a Professional Personal Stylist
- How to be a great Personal Stylist
- Interpersonal skills and coaching
- Personal client relationship building
- Style, personality and trends
- Proportion, body shape, and physique
- Pinterest and style boards, style apps, Canva
- Colour analysis from beginner to advanced level of skill, with additional accredited certification
- Styling approach for female and male clients
- Wardrobe detox, wardrobe refresh and wardrobe management services with live clients
- Personal shopping with live clients
Part 2 of the Training: Start and Grow Business Launch Mentoring Programme
- Continue to practise the delivery of your client services with individual feedback
- Create your unforgettable business brand
- Define pricing and learn how to attract paying clients
- Build a client network, in person and online
- Launch your website
- Develop your professional profile
- Grow a network of professional friends
- Learn to run events and collaborate
- Learn fundamental social media strategies
What’s Included
Globally recognised Accredited Certifications (x2) upon completion of training:
1. Accredited Certification in Personal Styling
2. Accredited Certification in Colour AnalysisA state-of-the-art online learning platform with modules, downloadable resources, and templates to support your learning and growth
LCS-branded Industry Personal Stylist Kit, including professional colour drapes, LCS colour fans, and styling tools
Invitation to join our vibrant Community Membership for post-training support and access to a buzzing calendar of social and industry events
Fees From
This Personal Styling Course in London is designed to work around your lifestyle, offering flexible payment options and a structure that suits those with existing professional commitments.
Includes five immersive in-person training days in central London
- Six Weeks immersive online Start and Grow your Business step-by-step group mentoring
Learn through hands-on experience with live clients, guided by industry experts
Designed to balance career, family, or freelance work while you train
All fees can be paid in interest-free instalments, and we’re happy to arrange a personalised payment plan, get in touch with the LCS team.
Please note: Due to high demand, a deposit is required to secure your place. For full details on fees, deposits, and refund policy, please refer to our Terms & Conditions.
Course Dates
London Dates:
- June 2026 Term: Monday 22nd – Friday 26th June 2026
(plus 6-weeks online group mentoring for business launch)
Arabella Duffill
Celebrity Fashion Stylist
The team led by Wendy are incredible experts and exude warmth and positivity. They encouraged me every step of the way, and the mentoring helped me launch my business with confidence.
Elise Heptinstall-Holmes
Fashion Stylist
Training at LCS was the best experience ever! The team supported me to be the best I could possibly be and gave me the tools to grow as a professional.
Entry Requirements
- Suitable for beginners and experienced stylists aiming to elevate their skills.
- Competent understanding of spoken and written English (IELTS level 6 or equivalent).
- Applicants must be 18 or older and have moderate digital literacy (e.g., using web browsers, social media).
Certification & Accreditation
Upon completion, you’ll receive two certificates:
- Advanced Diploma Certificate, accredited by the London College of Style and the British Accreditation Council.
- CPD Certification, awarding 120 hours of CPD training points, recognised by industry employers.
Student Finance
Interest-free instalments and payment plans are available. For more information, contact the LCS team.
Success Can be Yours
Amazing things happen at LCS! We have led thousands of people like you through this professional training and business launch mentoring programme to become successful Personal Stylists. LCS is a thriving community of LCS-trained personal stylists working with considerable success around the globe. This can be you, too.
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Success stories
For more LCS success stories, check out our Talent Directory
Clare Watkins
Clare is one of the UK’s most sought-after personal stylists helping women and men rediscover their style. All her life Clare has loved fashion and the confidence that understanding your authentic personal style gives you. Clare exudes an unforgettable warmth and fun, with her gold card her innate ability to understand the hart of each client. Creating incredible transformation journeys for her clients in the UK and internationally, her clients return time and again to work with Clare.
IG: @clarewatkins_stylist
Website: www.clarewatkins.com
Louise Duncum
Louise always knew she wanted to become a stylist! She boldly quit her design career to retrain with LCS and hasn’t looked back since. Just two years on from completing her training, Louise a captivating, confident and skilled personal stylist, clear on exactly who she is as a business owner. She delivers beautifully a refined and custom designed range of services to her clients who love Lou!! Louise’s career is evolving with many new exciting opportunities on the horizon and she’s now also working alongside international brands as a speaker and presenter too.
IG: @weizstyles
Website: www.weizstyles.com
Hattie Newman
‘Live the way you feel’
When London based Hattie, felt the impact of how an outfit could completely change her mindset and what she could achieve in her day, she knew she had to help others experience this incredible impact.
Hattie’s luxury client experiences are focused on rediscovering confidence as you work together to develop your personal style that feels utterly ‘you’ like your second skin.
IG @styleunplugged
Website: www.styleunplugged.co.uk
Kerry Jane Gale
Kerry launched her personal styling and colour business beyond training with LCS with intention to focus on serving female clients experiencing peri and menopause. She has gained a respected reputation in this field with a busy and loyal client base for styling and colour appointments.
Kerry is also devoted to her own well-being and self-care as a shining example to her clients. She was selected by Frankie Bridge as one of her nine women to feature as the face of her haircare brand @CloudNineHair.
IG: @definedstyling
