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

After consulting with Ritchie, Brosnan let his hair stylist go on a cutting spree. —Bryan Alexander, USA Today, 1 Apr. 2025

Sophie Lopez, the fashion stylist behind Kate Hudson, is joining the Wishi Style Council. —Lisa Lockwood, Footwear News, 1 Apr. 2025

Most stylists have their email on their page, so just click it and send a little cover letter. —Jailynn Taylor, Essence, 1 Apr. 2025

The personal stylist also recommends looking to buy second-hand when possible—Poshmark and eBay both offer a wide variety of styles in the shade. —Anna Haines, Forbes.com, 31 Mar. 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