Twelve Australian stylists to follow for a daily dose of inspiration
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I couldn’t begin to count the mornings I’ve spent wrapped up in a towel, sitting on my bed staring at my wardrobe in search of inspiration. Sometimes an outfit will come to me without pause. But other times, I require backup when it comes to creative styling
When I’m feeling truly aimless, I usually turn to Pinterest for some kind of spark – whether that’s a silhouette I’ve never thought of, a colour combination I’ve never tried or a new way of styling an accessory.
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Although curating a moodboard can be a great exercise in finding your personal style, there’s something to be said in bypassing the algorithm and going straight to the source. In these moments, I’ve started to discover the fun in stalking my favourite stylists when I’m having an ideas drought.
Part of a fashion stylist’s job is to be across both emerging and established designers, their time often split between researching, pulling samples, editorial shoots and staying ahead of the curve. Naturally, their feeds are wellsprings of sartorial creativity.
Though it’s not easy to narrow it down to a singular list, here’s a round-up of some of our favourite local stylists to follow for a daily dose of outfit inspiration.
Monica Morales
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Readers of FJ’s print magazine will already be familiar with Monica’s work. Based in Sydney, Monica was part of the team who brought our Be There in Five shoot to life, as seen on the cover of Issue 198. With a knack for bright colours, bold patterns and out-of-the-box silhouettes, her work is perfect for summertime dressing.
Tabatha Turner
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We recently became acquainted with Tabatha Turner’s work after attending St. Agni’s Resort ‘26 runway earlier this year. Splitting her time between Sydney and Paris, Tabatha’s page is a masterclass in harnessing the power of neutral colours and fabrics.
Shamillar Manhika
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We’ve long admired the work of stylist Shamillar Manhika. In a profile earlier we published earlier this year, she described her approach to getting dressed as a way of “romanticising life”. Since first stepping into the fashion industry, her perspective has evolved, with her focus now centred on blending her African heritage, bold textiles and ancestral stories into her work.
Thalea Michos-Vellis
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Thalea Michos-Vellis is a Melbourne stylist, with years of experience working across a range of brands, including Permanant Vacation, PDA Shop, Cotton On, Uniqlo, Lucy Folk and more. Her instagram page acts as a (very stylish) window into Thalea’s day to day, whether that’s attending a fashion week runway, a brand campaign or her daily errands. Expect a kaleidoscope of local labels, bright colours and texture clashing.
Marisa Suen
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We’re all ears when it comes to Marissa’s recommendations, whether she’s making the case for the Vibram FiveFingers shoes, or sharing her favourite errand bags (perfect for carting all her essentials from set to set). If Marissa swears by it, it’s on our radar.
Cecile Huynh
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Cecile Huynh is the lead stylist behind First Position, the ballet-inspired shoot featured in our latest print issue. A champion of local brands, her page is perfect for those who love a touch of whimsy, with her work drawing from designers including Emily Watson, Niamh Galea, My Mum Made It and Maroske Peach.
Sabrina Raso
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Based in Melbourne, Sabrina Raso’s client base spans some of our favourite brands, including Jess Grindell, Karlaidlaw, Mode Mischief and Sabi the Label. On Instagram, she shares a considered and inspiring mix of campaign imagery, BTS footage and creative references.
Billy Chambers
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Melbourne stylist Billy Chambers’ personal style gravitates towards slouchy silhouettes, neutral tones and oversized accessories. Whether its a carousel showcasing his weekend or a collection of outfit photos, Billy’s page is the perfect example of finding inspiration in the day-to-day.
Fleur Egan
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Fleur Egan first stole our attention at Australian Fashion Week, where her street style had us just as inspired as the runways inside. Ever since, we’ve struggled to tear our eyes away from the Sydney creative’s colourful and eccentric wardrobe.
Stuart Walford
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Melbourne stylist Stuart Walford regularly leads the styling teams at Melbourne Fashion Week and PayPal Melbourne Fashion Festival, curating runway lineups across multiple shows. Whether it’s up-and-coming student designers, or the best places to find archival Comme des Garçons, Stuart’s fashion Roladex can’t be beat.
Rose Pure
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Sydney stylist Rose Pure’s Instagram page is a testament to the power of having fun with your style. From campaigns and selfies, to imagery from her recent fashion collection with designer Olivia Rowan, she champions local labels, colour and pattern clashing.
Sydney Atakliyan
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Sydney Atakliyan’s feed serves as both a showcase of her professional styling work and personal fashion. She was the lead stylist on our most recent print magazine cover shoot, and pulled from a range of local labels to dress models Bruna, Dunya, Reem and Lola.
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