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

Justin was born in 1993 to stylist and fashion designer Misa Hylton, while Taylor Brown (born 1991) is the son of the late Kim Porter from her previous relationship whom Combs adopted. —Ellise Shafer, Variety, 22 Oct. 2024

Later, he was hired as a stylist for the NFL Network. —Leah Faye Cooper, Vogue, 21 Oct. 2024

Carmen Madera Romany Williams is a writer, editor and stylist based on Vancouver Island, Canada. —Romany Williams, Los Angeles Times, 21 Oct. 2024

According to the actress’ long-time stylist and collaborator, Law Roach, her skin-baring ensemble — featuring a white satin coat and glimmering gold bodysuit adorned with beads — was vintage, pulled from Bob Mackie's 2001 Fall Fashion collection. —Charlotte Phillipp, People.com, 20 Oct. 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