Everything You Want to Know about BU Style

Most Frequently Asked Questions

All your Qs, answered. If you don’t see what’s on your mind—reach out to us. We’re here for your closet conundrums.

Common Topics

• Are your offerings just for women, or do you help men as well?

  We believe fashion should be accessible to all and style is deeply individual. We provide corporate style consulting as well as personal client shopping and styling services for men, women, and non-binary individuals in New York City and virtually.

• How can your services help me?

  For our personal clients, we understand every individual is different, and that is why we take the time to get to know you.

  Armed with 10+ years of knowledge and experience, our Style Strategists are able to work with you to build a wardrobe tailored to your needs by utilizing pieces you already own, strategically shopping for missing pieces, and showing you how to get maximum mileage from your closet.

  We are also continually expanding our offerings to further serve our clients' needs.

  Let's get started finding your most authentic and confident style!

• Hiring a stylist is an investment. How can I be sure it is worth it?

  We understand how big of a decision this can be, and we don't take that lightly.

  We like to be strategic and determine where you should invest in pieces with a high cost per wear and where you should save.

  We want you to get maximum mileage out of your wardrobe. As trained image professionals, we use our technical knowledge and our cognitive approach to create your unique style brand.

  We believe in teaching you to purchase pieces that work for you so that you can make confident decisions.

• I want to try out your services to see if it’s a good fit. Can I upgrade if I want more?

  Yes! We understand that hiring a stylist is very personal. We offer two services for our new clients: a Strategy Session and an NYC Wardrobe Session.

  The Strategy Session is ideal for those looking to make sure they are ready to work with BU Style.

  This 45-minute session will be used to begin to discover your unique mix of style personalities and how BU Style can help you reach your goals.

  And the end of this session, you can continue to strategically build on your style brand with our Existing Client offerings.

• What will we shop for?

  Making wise purchases starts with a plan. We call it a Strategic Shopping List (SSL). It is a very specific list of your wardrobe needs agreed upon by you and your Style Strategist.

  Your SSL guides your Style Strategist in connecting you with retailers offering brands, styles, price points, sizes, and colors that best fit YOU.

  Why is a Strategic Shopping List useful?

  1. it eliminates repeat buying

  2. it encourages pairing new with old

  3. it reduces unnecessary spend

  Prior to the initial shop session, you will receive a link via email to review and approve your SSL.

  Upon approval of your SSL, you have 60 days to schedule and complete the Shop sessions; whereas, the package and any remaining sessions will expire.

• Do you encourage capsule wardrobes?

  Most call it a capsule, we believe a coredrobe makes getting dressed easy.

  A coredrobe are foundational pieces that can be layered and mixed to create a variety of outfits. There are no set rules or minimum quantities ... READ MORE

• Where will we shop?

  With BU Style, it’s more than a one-stop shop at a store: we take the time to create a thoughtful strategic shopping list.

  We customize each shopping plan according to your your needs list, budget, store inventory, season sales, body type, and style brand.

  We lead you to new pieces, trends, and brands that can be mixed with your existing wardrobe to make it fresh while stying true to YOU.

  Our partners offer exclusive savings and services when we shop with you:

  —10.03.53

  —adn paris

  —Another Tomorrow

  —Argent

  —Armani

  —Ascot Chang

  —Bergdorf Goodman

  —Beyond Bespoke

  —Bloomingdale’s

  —Câllas

  —Coella Love

  —DvF

  —Grammar

  —L’Agence

  —Michael Andrews

  —Moda Operandi

  —Nordstrom

  —Nomasei

  —the øther

  —Reza NY

  —Rothmans

  —Saint Art

  —Serapian

  —True Fashionistas

  —Vince

• What is a memo?

  A memo is a try-on-at-home agreement between you (the buyer) and a retailer (the owner).

  This shop option is coordinated by your Style Strategist and allows you to receive merchandise right to your door.

  You only pay for what you keep and send the rest back within a certain timeframe.

  Why is a memo convenient?

  1. It does not charge your credit card upfront

  2. It allows you to try on merchandise at home

  3. It often includes free shipping and returns

  A memo is not ideal if . . .

  —you are in the beginning of style exploration

  —you are unclear on your general sizing

  —you are not planning on purchasing

  A memo is available with participating retailers and with an active BU Style service.

• Where can I see your work?

  Read our clients' style stories and see where we’ve shared our expertise!

• How do I access my Virtual Lookbook?

  Following each session, your Stylist Strategist will update your BU Style Files—your one-stop online resource hub.

  You can access your Virtual Lookbook and more at www.login.bu.style. Your login and password is your email address.

  Have you created an icon shortcut to your Virtual Lookbook? ⁠

  >>Learn how to quickly access your looks from your personal device

Questions?

Whether you’re curious about the BU Style experience, specific business or personal services, or exploring other partnership opportunities—get in touch.