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 of stylist

• barber

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

It was crafted with the assistance of Moore’s longtime stylist, Brad Goreski. — Shania Russell, Entertainment Weekly, 9 Aug. 2026

In the lead-up to that moment, Tallulah worked with Demi’s longtime stylist Brad Goreski to pull inspiration and references for the Balenciaga couture team. — Alexandra MacOn, Vogue, 9 Aug. 2026

Its stylists have relocated to a new salon, the Facebook post said. — Carolyn Stein, Chicago Tribune, 7 Aug. 2026

But according to wardrobe stylist Nicole Klementowicz, looking put together has far less to do with buying more clothes than buying the right clothes. — Tanya Sharma, PEOPLE, 7 Aug. 2026

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