About Stacey Manning
My fashion philosophy
“It’s not about following trends, but dressing to look your best!”
It’s not just my opinion folks. Researchers at Northwestern University’s Kellogg School of Management found that wearing the right outfit can change your perception of your self. We all know when we step out the door feeling great; we exude self-confidence that’s undeniable.
A little about me
I guess you could say I’ve been obsessed with fashion since I could walk. I wanted clothes as much as I wanted toys. My first clients were not only my dolls, but also our family poodle. As a middle school student, I worked as a window mannequin model to get access to top fashions at discount prices. And still nothing has changed, I am most happy when putting outfits together. I love color and am a true believer that the right accessory can pull your whole ensemble together. My friends have always asked for help shopping and putting together an outfit, and I’ve loved every minute of it!
My credentials
Prior to my personal stylist career, I spent nearly a decade purchasing women’s fashion for a retail chain with over 280 stores nationwide; where I enjoyed buying for different areas within the store. Purchasing everything from accessories to women’s plus size apparel has allowed me to be very versatile in knowing what works for every age & body type.
- Professional expert for “The chat”, on ABC and NBC, fashion segment
- 10 years as a women’s fashion buyer for a major retail chain
- Recognized three consecutive seasons as Top Buyer for Plus-Sized Fashions
- Styled the model to win Jacksonville Magazine’s 2014 Cover Model fashion show
- Jacksonville Magazine’s July 2014 cover model and photo shoot stylist
- BA from University of North Florida majoring in Marketing
How I style
My own personal style is modern yet timeless. I tend to be very classic with a modern flair. In dressing others, I have an innate ability to assess their personal style, even if they don’t know what it is and allow them to see their full potential.