I initially agreed to a styling consultation and wardrobe overhaul from Jo. Being rather sceptical at first, I wondered what I would get from it. Jo went through details of my body shape, fabrics I liked, the lifestyle I lived etc., before coming up with a summary report containing details of most suitable colours and patterns, styles of clothing and some rather tasty suggestions that she would be able to obtain for me. I was delighted to find that the colours and accessories were ones I already liked and I wasn’t being pushed out of my comfort zone too much. She also offered new ways of wearing items I already had, so there wasn’t massive outlay on new things. My wardrobe passed muster with only a few items being classed as “not doing its best for me”. Jo has a practical but empathic approach and the photos taken before and after are confirmation that her advice really works. Jo also organises clothes swapping parties so you can say goodbye to those unflattering items that may look better on someone else and also pick up something different for yourself with Jo on hand to advise. Despite my initial misgivings I found the whole experience pleasant, relaxing and informative – well worth it
Christine from Derby
I have known Jo for many years and have always been struck by her strong personal style; she always looks unique yet effortless. Jo asked me recently which celebrity I most admired for their style. If Jo had asked me the same question about a non-celebrity, my answer without a doubt would be her. She instinctively combines outfits that I would never think to put together, and yet always look completely right and reflect her personality. I attribute this gift to Jo’s intrinsic creativity. As a fully trained stylist, Jo is knowledgeable about body shapes and how to dress these to maximum effect. Jo explains in technical detail why an item does or doesn’t look good. Similarly, Jo can suggest the colours that will be most flattering, based on an individual’s complexion. What I love about how Jo works is that she never judges a body shape or size as being ‘better’ or ‘worse’, but sensitively demonstrates how wearing different styles, patterns and colours can create the visual illusion of the body shape you aspire to. Jo has worked with me twice in the last two years to detox my wardrobe. Her service includes gathering a thorough background about personality, taste and lifestyle. On the day, Jo comes prepared with a questionnaire to help make the most of the time spent together. This includes creating new outfits from the existing wardrobe, getting rid of clothes that aren’t working, identifying items that could be altered to become serviceable, and noting where any gaps exist. Jo takes pictures of the outfits created and sends them to her clients. I found this part of her service invaluable; I now have a ‘library’ of outfits for different occasions that I can refer to at a moment’s notice. This saves me both time and stress. In addition, Jo sent me suggestions for other combinations of clothes and shoes that can build on these outfits. In effect, she has tripled my wardrobe without the need to shop for lots of new clothes. I couldn’t ask for more. The cherry on the top of this wonderful experience is the summary that Jo emailed me after our session. I have at my fingertips a reminder of what we discussed; I’ve used this when buying some key pieces that were missing from my wardrobe. I now face the shops confident in the knowledge that I can go straight for colours and styles of clothes that will suit me. For possibly the first time ever, clothes shopping is a joyful experience rather than something painful and frustrating to be endured. The service that Jo offers goes far beyond rifling through your wardrobe. She creates an experience that will leave you feeling as good on the inside as you will on the outside. It will stay with you and be your guide long after Jo has left your house.
Deborah from Newport
Thanks for all your help, I’m feeling fabulous. I got a compliment from a random stranger on the train today!
Sian from Derbyshire
I just want to give a shout out to Jo Jackson Styling. This dress was right outside my comfort zone, but I’ve had so many compliments about it so thank you Jo.
Cheryle from Ashbourne
Thank you so much for my style consultation. I can’t believe the difference it has made! Where clothes shopping was once a chore it is now a pleasure thanks to you. I know what to look for and what suits my shape and colour so I save money and time – I don’t spend ages trying on mountains of things and I only buy what suits me which makes it all stress-free. I really enjoyed our meeting – it was fun and very relaxed and I benefited so much from your innovative approach to my existing wardrobe, combining different colours and long forgotten items. Thank you once again for your help especially taking account of my whole lifestyle and what I need my clothes to do for my look and my personality. I had such a positive experience and would recommend your services without hesitation.
Michelle from Derby
Having a pre-consultation with Jo with an afternoon detoxing my wardrobe has really boosted my confidence and renewed my self-esteem. For the first time in years I am now looking forward to clothes shopping. Jo, with her beautiful personality and friendly encouragement, persuaded me to try on styles and colours that I would normally have walked straight passed. A couple of days later I received my own personal portfolio, containing not just my colours and fashion advice but also two looks created to just for me. I now feel that I have the knowledge to dress for my shape, my colouring and my personality. I’ve had so many compliments about the new me – I just love it. Thanks Jo for all your help, advice and words of wisdom.
Jooles from Derbyshire
I was in contact with Jo and we arranged for her to come and give my wardrobe a detox! Well Jo arrived on the Monday evening complete with all sorts, including body shape, styles that would suit it, types of outfits and colours that would suit me. We then got down to the nitty gritty sorting the wardrobe, I thought it would be harder but no Jo said “if you don’t wear it or don’t like it, or more to the point it doesn’t suit your body shape get rid”, unless you really do like it. The clothes that were left Jo approved of, I was feeling really good about that. We are going shopping in late June or July to buy clothes for my holiday next year, can’t wait! I had a fabulous evening and Jo was really helpful, I’m certainly looking forward to our shopping trip. So ladies if you want a wardrobe detox, help with clothes that suit you and your body shape you can’t go wrong with contacting Jo Jackson at Jo Jackson Styling.
Carol from Nottingham
Being styled by Jo was amazing, she really helped me to understand my colours and my body shape but more than that she helped me to style my outfit, by encouraging me to experiment with subtle changes like tucking tops in or accessorising with different colours. I couldn’t believe how different I felt after just a few tweaks to my current wardrobe, let alone wearing clothes that were normally out of my comfort zone. My confidence soared when shopping with Jo by my side, as through her teaching I was able to pick out the colours and styles that suited me and clarify with her I was making the right choices. Prior to working with Jo I had lost all sense of style, I shopped for clothes out of necessity not out of enjoyment it was such a chore and I came home totally disheartened and feeling terrible about myself and the way I looked. Jo has completely transformed the way I see myself and my clothes and I am actually excited now about shopping and finding that perfect piece that compliments my new found style. The whole experience was incredible from start to finish, I never believed that it would have had such a profound effect on how I feel about myself and can’t thank Jo enough for giving me back my sense of self, she really is a guru when it comes to style and how it connects us to who we are and how we show up in the world every day. Thank you!
Donna from Newcastle
Doing the wardrobe detox with Jo Jackson The detox allowed me to do a number A great experience and would
Bridget from Derby
was a fun and enjoyable experience.
Jo’s input and consultative approach to
colour and style was inspirational.
I tend to purchase the same items rather
than think of the complete outfit.
of things, take stock of what I have,
identify the gaps and then consider the
optimum colour scheme and body shape
based on the analysis done in conjunction
with Jo. This has enabled me to think
differently with regards to new purchases
as well as letting go of some of the wrong items.
highly recommend.