Stylist Elixir Mentorship Program
2025
Stylist Elixir Mentorship Program – Enrolment Now Open!
Stylist Elixir Program
More than just a course, the Stylist Elixir Mentorship Program is your gateway to the fashion industry. Created for aspiring stylists ready to make their mark in editorial and celebrity styling, it blends insider knowledge with practical, hands-on learning.
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Gain skills that go beyond theory: sourcing samples, creating mood boards, managing clients, and building a standout portfolio. This mentorship empowers you to develop your unique styling voice, build industry connections, and advance confidently toward success.
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Offered several times a year, each program runs live online in a three- or five-day format, with session recordings available for continued learning.
1 Day Program
What You Will Learn
4th January
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Kickstart Your Styling Career
Are you ready to take the first step towards your dream career in fashion styling? This intensive 1-Day Mentorship is designed to provide you with the tools, insights, and strategies to break into the competitive world of fashion styling. Whether you're just starting out or looking to sharpen your skills, this programme is perfect for aspiring stylists who want actionable advice and a clear roadmap to success.
3 Day Program
What You Will Learn
15th - 17th March 2025
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Foundations of Fashion Styling & Editorial Vision
Start strong with the essentials of styling across various sectors, including editorial, commercial, and personal styling. You’ll learn the unique demands of each area and create your first editorial mood board. We’ll cover the role of a stylist, industry pathways, and how to build a network that supports your growth. By the end of day one, you’ll have a clear direction and foundational skills to stand out in any styling field.
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Celebrity Styling & Client Dynamics
Enter the world of celebrity styling and beyond! Day two dives into client management for celebrities, personal clients, and influencers, teaching you to adapt your styling approach for each. You’ll work on a celebrity mood board, get hands-on with sample sourcing, and learn to manage fittings, budgets, and fast-paced client needs. By the end, you’ll have the skills to craft unique looks that leave a lasting impact.
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Portfolio Mastery & Freelance Success
Day three equips you with the tools to turn your skills into a career, focusing on portfolio building and freelance styling. You’ll learn how to tailor your portfolio for editorial, personal, and commercial clients, pitch to secure jobs, and set up a freelance business. Finish the day with a professional portfolio plan and a strategy to navigate the freelance world with confidence.
Jacqueline, USA
Emily is incredibly knowledgeable and straight to the point about what you do and don’t need to make it in the industry. She is a wonderful mentor!
Kirsty Fynn, South Africa
Learning from Emily and being beneath her tutelage is not only a supreme privilege but truly an honour! Emily is not only kind, insightful and patient but deeply knowledgeable.
Jaypreeth Kaur, UK
Emily is so passionate about sharing her knowledge and teaching others and it really shows. Sharing things that would take years for us to learn otherwise, especially in this cut throat industry. This mentorship really exceeded my expectations
5 Day Program
What You Will Learn
24th - 28th March 2025
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Foundations of Styling & Industry Essentials
Begin with a solid understanding of styling fundamentals across editorial, commercial, personal, and celebrity styling. Learn the key differences and demands of each field, while building a foundational editorial mood board. Day one covers the role of a stylist, industry pathways, and networking strategies to open doors. By day’s end, you’ll have a strong grasp of industry expectations and your initial creative direction.
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Editorial Styling & Portfolio Building
This day is all about editorial styling and developing a portfolio that gets noticed. You’ll build a complex editorial mood board that tells a story through fashion, styling looks that capture a distinct narrative. In the afternoon, we focus on curating and refining your portfolio to reflect your unique aesthetic and showcase your versatility across styling fields. By the end of the day, you’ll have a cohesive and professional portfolio foundation.
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Advanced Mood Board Creation & Client Dynamics
Explore mood board creation in-depth, designing advanced boards tailored for celebrity, commercial, and influencer clients. We’ll dive into the nuances of client management, showing you how to adapt your styling approach for different personalities and public images. This day equips you with practical tools for sourcing, sample requests, and PR communication, giving you real-world skills to elevate any client’s style.
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Celebrity & Personal Styling Essentials
Day four hones in on styling for celebrities and high-net-worth personal clients. Learn to style for red carpet events, public appearances, and personal wardrobes, all while managing client expectations and handling high-pressure situations. We’ll also cover budget management and deal memos, giving you the confidence to style effectively under real-world constraints. By the end, you’ll be prepared to create impactful looks for the industry’s elite.
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Freelance Success & Final Presentation
Wrap up with the business essentials of freelance styling. From setting up your business to invoicing, contracts, and pricing, day five is about translating your skills into a successful career. You’ll put it all into practice with a final project: a complete client pitch, including a mood board, styling selections, and client presentation. End the day ready to step into the industry with a powerful portfolio, essential business skills, and a clear vision for your styling path.
Meet Your Mentor
Emily Tighe, a London-based Fashion and Celebrity Stylist, brings over a decade of experience to Stylist Elixir. With studies at Central St Martins and experience with John Galliano in Paris, Emily has styled for top clients like Lizzo and Christine Quinn, and her work has appeared in GQ, L'Officiel, and Elle.
Emily founded Stylist Elixir to mentor the next generation of stylists. Her platform offers educational programs, group mentoring, and a supportive community to help you excel in editorial and celebrity styling.
