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

Stevens was one of three assistants who were part of a staff of over a dozen, including bodyguards, nannies, a chef, hair stylist and makeup artist. —Richard Johnson, New York Daily News, 27 Apr. 2025

Luxury fashion house Schiaparelli was tagged in Lopez’s post, along with a team of stylists who helped her tap into superstar mode. —Angel Saunders, People.com, 26 Apr. 2025

Of course, the hardest work in achieving these gorgeously copycat photos fell to the food and prop stylists and photographer (Michelle Gatton, Christine Keely, and Heami Lee, respectively), who meticulously arranged each ingredient, surface, and light to best emulate the art. —Kendra Vaculin, Bon Appetit Magazine, 25 Apr. 2025

Moore’s look was curated by her longtime stylist Brad Goreski. —Julia Teti, Footwear News, 25 Apr. 2025

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