Where are you from originally and how long have you lived in the area?
I am originally from Bucks County, PA. My husband and I moved to Chatham in July 2020 mainly because of COVID but have been so happy here!
How many children do you have and what are their ages?
I have 3 boys! Life is busy 🙂 They are 8, 6 and 3.5 years old.
Can you tell us about your business venture?
I have always loved fashion, style and creating looks. In April 2023 I started my instagram account and was doing some styling projects for family and friends for free. I did that for about a year while also maintaining my 9-5 job and commuting into NYC. In April 2024, the commute began to be too much and I realized that was the time to take my little side hustle, Styled by Maggie to a full time job. It was the best decision I have ever made. Helping women look and feel good has been the biggest gift and I am so happy doing what I do.
How did you become a Personal Stylist?
By following my passion! My friends and family have always come to me for style help since I was little. I worked at a big fashion house back at the start of my career and loved seeing all of the behind the scenes in the fashion world and how decisions are made. I started taking some online courses to get more experience and then launched my Instagram and things have just taken off!
Can you tell us about the services you offer?
My most popular services are a Closet Edit (a 3 hour in person service where we will try on all of your clothes and figure out what stays, what goes and in turn redefine your personal style), Personal Virtual look-book (after a quick consultation, I will create 15-20 fully styled looks based on preference, budget and occasion). I also do special occasion look-books, help clients pack and help clients make outfits using what they already own. I love a la carte options as well so I am always happy to meet a client where they are!
What is your favorite part about being a Personal Stylist?
Helping people redefine their personal style and be able to see themselves the way I see them. The best thing a client can say to me is “I would have never put this look together but I love it!”
If someone is looking to get started with Styled by Maggie, where would they begin?
Email or Instagram are the best ways to reach out!
If you could give one tip to fellow Mom Entrepreneurs what would it be?
Take the leap! It is so scary quitting that corporate job or finally putting yourself out there but by taking that first step it will set everything else in motion! You got this!
Ok 10 Fun LOCAL favorites – ready, go!
1 – Favorite thing to do with your kids? Go on a bike ride
2 – Favorite coffee spot? Crew in Chatham
3 – Favorite lunch place? Sunday Motor Co in Madison
4 – Favorite farm to go fruit picking? Alstede Farm
5 – Favorite date night restaurant? Roots Summit
6 – Favorite boutique? Teas & Oranges in Summit
7 – Favorite spot to grab a drink? Serenade at the bar
8 – Who has the best bagels in town? Gabe’s Bagels in Chatham
9 – Best slice of pizza in town? Arminio’s
10 – Favorite spot for ice cream? Scoops
This interview was done in partnership with Styled by Maggie. The first FIVE people to sign up for a style session and mention MB MOMS will receive $50 off! Be sure to follow her on Instagram below and reach out if you are looking for a closet edit, help with specific looks or occasions of even if you are just curious about working with a personal stylist.
