stylist

noun

styl·​ist ˈstī-list 

1

a

: a master or model of style

especially : a writer or speaker who is eminent in matters of style

b

: a person (such as a writer or singer) noted for a distinctive style

2

a

: a person who develops, designs, or advises on styles

b

: hairstylist

Synonyms

• barber
• haircutter
• hairdresser
• hairstylist

Examples of stylist in a Sentence

She is a fine literary stylist.

although she usually dresses her own hair, the bride-to-be decided to go to a professional stylist before the big day

Recent Examples on the Web

Related Articles Ronan’s look was curated by stylist Danielle Goldberg, who’s also worked with Greta Lee, among others. —Julia Teti, WWD, 9 Dec. 2024

Rodrigo works often with stylist Danielle Goldberg, who’s been doing sartorial alchemy with Saoirse Ronan of recent. —Anna Cafolla, Vogue, 8 Dec. 2024

Her stylist, Brad Goreski, posted a video of the star in the dress on his Instagram, and fans were quick to share their love for the look. —Lori A Bashian Fox News, Fox News, 7 Dec. 2024

Who would attribute the claustrophobic Zone of Interest soundtrack to the producer of Tirzah’s lovelorn R&B, or the avant-rock of Good Sad Happy Bad to the lo-fi stylist behind Ruff Dog? —Pitchfork, 5 Dec. 2024

Word History

First Known Use

1795, in the meaning defined at sense 1a

Phrases Containing stylist

• hair stylist

Kids Definition

stylist

noun

styl·​ist ˈstī-ləst 

1

: a person known for an outstanding style

a song stylist

a prose stylist

2

: one who develops, designs, or advises on styles

a hair stylist

stylistic

stī-ˈlis-tik

adjective

stylistically

-ti-k(ə-)lē

adverb