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One thing about celebrities the average person often doesn’t realize is that they don’t dress so chic on their own. Men and women alike have teams of people who do their hair, makeup, and most importantly–pick out their clothes.
These talented stylists work tirelessly to dress their clients in the latest designer clothing that both compliments their figure and fits in with the public brand they strive to cultivate. Without further ado, these are the faces behind your favorite celebrity looks.
Stylist: Elizabeth Stewart
Other Notable Clients: Cate Blanchett, Rebel Wilson, Jessica Chastain
Stylist’s Net Worth: $1 million*
Los Angeles-based stylist Elizabeth Stewart certainly dresses to impress. Having worked with huge names like Sandra Bullock and Angelina Jolie, Stewart got her start working for W Magazine in Paris, as well as The New York Times.
Stewart’s celebrity client list is impressive, but so is the list of companies she has worked with. From Maybelline to L’Oreal, Revlon, and even Tiffany & Co., the chances are you’ve seen Stewart’s incredible taste pop up somewhere without even realizing it.
Stylist: Micaela Erlanger
Other Notable Clients: Meryl Streep, Dane Kruger, Lucy Hale
Stylist’s Net Worth: $2 million*
Los Angeles might be home to some of the biggest stylists in the business, but New York City is here to dominate in the fashion stakes. Micaela Erlanger is in hot demand in the Big Apple, thanks to her work with icons such as Lupita Nyong’o, Diane Kruger, and Lucy Hale.
Erlanger has scooped several industry prizes for her work in the business, including The Accessories Council’s Style Influencer Award and Marie Claire’s Image Maker Award. She also released her very own book, How to Accessorize: A Perfect Finish to Every Outfit which can be bought on Amazon.
Stylist: Karla Welch
Other Notable Clients: Cindy Crawford, Sarah Paulson, Tracee Ellis Ross
Stylist’s Net Worth: $9 million*
Karla Welch is one of the hottest stylists in the game right now. One quick perusal of her Instagram account will reveal looks such as Justin Bieber in cool red leather pants, and comedian Kristen Wiig in a stunning black lace Rodarte gown.
The Canadian-born fashionista now lives in Los Angeles, at the ready to consult stars on everything from magazine shoots to red carpet glam. She has also made significant earnings from her collaboration with retailer Express and has had several interesting opportunities.
Stylist: Petra Flannery
Other Notable Clients: Faith Hill, Reese Witherspoon
Stylist’s Net Worth: $1.5 million*
Petra Flannery’s style is heavily influenced by her Californian upbringing and education at the University of Southern California in Los Angeles. She got her start working at Elite Model Management and has been an industry stalwart ever since.
Her enormous roster of A-list clients also includes Claire Danes, Emma Stone, Amy Adams, Zoe Saldana, and so many more. Her carefully-curated Instagram account features many of her most iconic looks, interspersed with glamorous shots of things that inspire her, from architecture to jewelry.
Stylist: Kate Young
Other Notable Clients: Julianne Moore, Margot Robbie, Selena Gomez
Stylist’s Net Worth: $10-15 million*
Based out of New York City, Kate Young is a celebrity stylist with an impressive resume, and an even more impressive client list. She does everything from commercial work, to magazine editorials to runway appearances.
The former Fashion Editor at Interview, Young’s work has appeared in outlets like Glamour, InStyle, i-D, and more. She has styled advertisements for Armani Exchange, Halston, Theory, Victoria’s Secret, and so many more.
Stylist: Samantah McMillen
Other Notable Clients: Elle Fanning, Johnny Depp, Chris Rock
Stylist’s Net Worth: $600,000*
With a diverse roster of clients of all genders and branding styles, from Chris Hemsworth to sisters Elle and Dakota Fanning, Los Angeles-based stylist Samantha McMillen is always busy working on her next project.
The acclaimed stylist is also a costume designer, and does a lot of red carpet work as well as collaborating with big fashion companies like Gucci and Jimmy Choo. Her work can be found on her Instagram at @samanthamcmillen_stylist, or in publications like GQ and Vanity Fair.
Stylist: Rob Zangardi and Mariel Haenn
Other Notable Clients: Jennifer Lopez, Lily Collins, Heidi Klum
Stylist’s Net Worth: $13 million*
Rob Zangardi and Mariel Haeen first met on the lot at MTV Studios and clicked immediately. Since that fateful day, they have become one of Hollywood’s premiere styling teams, working together under the name Rob and Mariel.
A notable feature of their styling is their obsession with jewelry, which has led to them forming a lucrative deal with jewelry brand Vrai. The ethical, lab-grown diamond company has become an integral part of how they dress their clients, adding glitz and glamour to every look.
Stylist: Rebecca Corbin-Murray
Other Notable Clients: Florence Pugh, Emma Watson
Stylist’s Net Worth: $1.5 million*
Based out of London, Rebecca Corbin-Murray has a reputation as a premier stylist that precedes her–even all the way across the pond. With experience working at Vogue, and a stronghold on the most successful British actresses’ red carpet looks, she has proved herself time and time again as one of the best stylists working today.
A big part of her success comes from her ability to adapt to each client’s unique fashion needs. While some actresses want a more masculine look with structured silhouettes and materials like leather and denim, others want feminine details like exaggerated sleeves and tulle skirts.
Stylist: Erin Walsh
Other Notable Clients: Juno Temple, Beanie Feldstein
Stylist’s Net Worth: $5 million*
Bouncing back and forth from working in brand strategy for major fashion labels and individual red carpet looks for A-list stars is Los Angeles-based stylist Erin Walsh. Her impressive client roster includes names like Sarah Jessica Parker and Kerry Washington, among others.
One of her most recent successes is dressing Juno Temple in a stunning Armani Prive two-piece dress for the Critics Choice Awards ceremony, in which the Ted Lasso star took home an award. She also nails outfits for Anne Hathaway that have paparazzi snapping away.
Stylist: Jessica Paster
Other Notable Clients: Jennifer Aniston, Annette Bening, Rachel McAdams
Stylist’s Net Worth: $17 million*
Stylist to the stars Jessica Paster has been in the game longer than most of her peers. With a laundry list of clients, ranging from This Is Us’s Chrissy Metz to veritable movie stars like Uma Thurman and Matt Damon, Paster has done it all.
She specializes in red carpet looks, having styled her award-winning clients for events like the Met Gala, Oscars, and Emmys. Paster has also done her time on the red carpet herself, serving as a style expert for E! Network’s live red carpet feed.
Stylist: Sandra Amador
Other Notable Clients: Maggie Gyllenhaal,
Stylist’s Net Worth: $1.2 million*
A Los Angeles transplant, the native New Yorker brings her bi-coastal sensibility to her clients’ high fashion looks. From actors like Maggie Gyllenhaal to musicians like BANKS, Amador demonstrates impressive range.
Her most famous client is Lady Gaga, whose recent starring role in critically-panned, cult-favorite House of Gucci has landed her on many a red carpet, and Amador has been there every step of the way choosing the right dramatic look to match the star’s campy vibe.
Stylist: Ilaria Urbinati
Other Notable Clients: Dwayne Johnson, Ryan Gosling
Stylist’s Net Worth: $1 million*
Italian stylist Ilaria Urbanit was born in Rome but raised in the fashion capital of the world, Paris. It’s hardly surprising given her upbringing that Urbinati quickly found her foothold in the fashion industry, working as a buyer for chic boutiques like Satine and Milk before opening her very own store.
From there, the talented businesswoman turned to styling some of the biggest names in the business, including frequent Disney collaborator Dwayne Johnson and everyone’s favorite antihero, Ryan Reynolds.
Stylist: Julia von Boehm
Other Notable Clients: Laura Dern, Drew Barrymore
Stylist’s Net Worth: $1-$5 million*
When it comes to a styling resume, Julia von Boehm has been there and got the T-shirt – both figuratively and literally. With a career spanning over two decades, von Boehm has worked with some big names, including Laura Dern, Drew Barrymore, and Nicole Kidman. What’s more, she’s also the Fashion Director of InStyle Magazine.
Von Boehm styled Kidman’s incredibly chic Saint Laurent look for the 2022 Screen Actor’s Guild Awards, pairing the sleek black ensemble with diamonds from Harry Winston. The Sony actress looked every inch the icon she is.
Stylist: Elizabeth Saltzman
Other Notable Clients: Jodie Comer, Phoebe Waller-Bridge
Stylist’s Net Worth: $3 million*
Elizabeth Saltzman doesn’t just style some true entertainment legends, she makes entertainment legends. When talking to the podcast A Different Tweed, she explained how styling has always been second nature, saying, “I was styling people before I knew I was a ‘stylist.’”
Her client list certainly agrees that when it comes to preparing a knock-out outfit, Saltzman is the best. Saltzman also works as a contributing editor for British Vogue and Vanity Fair. Her Instagram posts speak for themselves.
