Behind every newly minted star — Heated Rivalry‘s Connor Storrie, One Battle After Another‘s Chase Infiniti, and Sentimental Value‘s Renate Reinsve — there is always a stylist working overtime to ensure every Choo and Cartier diamond aligns with what’s now and what’s next. Meet the power stylists who conjured up this year’s most magical looks.
In today’s ecosystem of stars and sales, stylists are key tastemakers in the dream factory that is Hollywood. “A stylist’s work can propel talent into becoming a brand’s face,” says With Falcon agency founder Ashley Falcon. “The looks they choose can insert their client into a narrative they’ve never been in.”
The Dream Team: Top Stylist-Client Pairings
| Stylist | Notable Clients | Signature Moment |
|---|---|---|
| Jared Ellner | Sabrina Carpenter, Emma Chamberlain | Custom Victoria’s Secret bedazzled corsets for the Short n’ Sweet Tour |
| James Yardley | Connor Storrie | Saint Laurent suits with statement Tiffany & Co. necklaces |
| Wayman Bannerman & Micah McDonald | Chase Infiniti, Teyana Taylor | Mirror-embellished Louis Vuitton bustier for Golden Globes |
| Warren Alfie Baker | Paul Anthony Kelly, Glen Powell | Celine suit channeling JFK Jr.’s aesthetic |
| Britt Mccamey | Lola Tung, Myha’la | Miu Miu stripes and suede miniskirts in Paris |
| Jason Bolden | Michael B. Jordan, Ryan Coogler | Mandarin-inspired Louis Vuitton stand-collar jacket for Oscars |
| Sophie Lopez | Kate Hudson | Liquidy silver Giorgio Armani Privé gown at Golden Globes |
| Karla Welch | Renate Reinsve, Tessa Thompson | Red Louis Vuitton with thigh-high slit for Oscars |
| Petra Flannery | Emma Stone, Zoe Saldaña | Mustard yellow Louis Vuitton for London Film Festival |
| Law Roach | Zendaya, Ariana Grande | Three-piece white zoot suit for Met Gala |
| Erin Walsh | Selena Gomez, Anne Hathaway | Red asymmetric halter Louis Vuitton for Emmys |
| Micaela Erlanger | Meryl Streep, Lupita Nyong’o | Custom crimson Dolce & Gabbana for Devil Wears Prada 2 launch |
The Short n’ Sweet Effect: Jared Ellner and Sabrina Carpenter
Jared Ellner created a series of custom Victoria’s Secret bedazzled corsets under a little white towel for Carpenter’s Short n’ Sweet Tour, which generated $77.4 million by the end of 2025.
“What is the most exciting part about collaborating with Sabrina?” Ellner says: “Sabrina has such a strong sense of who she is and what kind of art she wants to create.”
Carpenter’s inspirations include “the great Bob Mackie girls, Jane Birkin, Barbara Bouchet,” and her love of shine: “If I could wear one thing forever, it would have to be diamonds.”
James Yardley Brings the Heat for Connor Storrie
James Yardley dresses Heated Rivalry star Connor Storrie, who has rapidly grown to 4 million Instagram followers.
“Connor knows how to push things … more color, more energy, more direction,” says Yardley of the recently appointed Saint Laurent brand ambassador.
Storrie’s favorite look: “For the SAG [Actor] Awards: a Saint Laurent suit paired with a statement Tiffany & Co. necklace. The combination of styling and tailoring made it feel incredibly polished and sleek.”
Wayman + Micah: Dressing Hollywood’s ‘It’ Girls
Wayman Bannerman and Micah McDonald collaborated with One Battle After Another‘s Chase Infiniti and Teyana Taylor, turning out multiple “best dressed” looks.
Infiniti sealed her awards season “It” girl status at the Golden Globes in an exaggerated, mirror-embellished Louis Vuitton bustier and black velvet skirt.
“We wanted a dramatic, bold moment for Chase’s first major red carpet,” says Bannerman. “It was an incredible sight both on and off camera.”
Warren Alfie Baker’s Deluxe Dude Style
Warren Alfie Baker dressed Love Story actor Paul Anthony Kelly, channeling John F. Kennedy Jr.’s aesthetic in a Celine suit jacket and jeans.
“JFK Jr. was such a fashion icon that we knew if we followed that recipe, we would be great,” says Baker.
Kelly’s style mantra: “Warren has taught me to keep it easy and classy and to ‘let ’em have it.'”
Karla Welch’s Maximalist Minimalism
Karla Welch dressed Sentimental Value nominee Renate Reinsve in a modern Louis Vuitton dress with a thigh-high slit for the Oscars.
“I always knew we wanted red for the final night,” Welch says. “The whole season had a throughline of white, black and red, and everything had a sculptural element to it. It felt like her — sexy, strong, classic with a twist.”
Law Roach and Zendaya: Met Gala Magic
Law Roach and Zendaya consistently deliver high-impact, theme-appropriate Met Gala fits. For the “Superfine: Tailoring Black Style”-themed event, they called on Louis Vuitton’s Pharrell Williams to create a three-piece white zoot suit.
Roach’s inspiration was Mick Jagger’s stylish ex Bianca Jagger and her 1971 wedding suit — especially timely for the then-newly engaged star, who sported her 5.02-carat diamond ring from Tom Holland.
Micaela Erlanger: Dressing Miranda Priestly
Micaela Erlanger, stylist to Meryl Streep, is preparing for The Devil Wears Prada 2, projected to open to $55 million-plus. She commissioned custom crimson Dolce & Gabbana for the film’s global kickoff in Mexico City.
“The look is a modern homage to Miranda Priestly — sharp, intentional and unmistakably powerful — but with a fresh, contemporary ease,” says Erlanger.
The Business of Styling: Challenges and Evolution
As studios slash glam budgets amid fewer productions, stylists face challenges. OG stylist Kate Young says she is paid less for press-tour work today than 15 years ago.
“The reality is that brands hold the purse strings now,” Young has said.
Yet stylists are adapting by leveraging themselves as brands for collaborations, social partnerships, and consulting. “If anything, stylists’ influence is expanding,” says The Only Agency founder and CEO Kent Belden. “As long as talent is front-facing in music, movies, TV shows, red carpets, etc., stylists will always matter.”
Next Gen Stylists Ready for Their Close-Up
- Anastasia Walker: Dresses Hudson Williams (Heated Rivalry) and Shaboozey, creating high fashion-meets-cowboy heritage ensembles.
- Shameelah Hicks: Stylist to Wunmi Mosaku (Sinners), emphasizing striking color choices and commitment to Black design talent.
- Austen Turner: Stylist to Iris Law and Iris Apatow, dressing them in elegant Rodarte and Fendi for the Vanity Fair Oscar party.
