“Kara has a special talent for bringing out the best in people. She has an intuitive understanding of her clients’ needs and helps them achieve their goals with her expertise and compassion.”
I am a Transformational Personal Stylist and Image Consultant with over 22 years of experience helping clients transform their style, mindset, and confidence.
Based in Washington, D.C., I work with entrepreneurs, professionals, and busy individuals who want to feel effortlessly polished but don’t have the time or expertise to curate a wardrobe that supports their lifestyle.
Trained under Stacy London—former Vogue editor and star of What Not to Wear—and Carla Mathis, one of only 20 Certified Image Masters worldwide, I capitalized on my ability to craft personalized, intuitive styling experiences beyond just putting outfits together.
While I have styled Hollywood’s elite, including Academy Award winner Leonardo DiCaprio, bestselling author and entrepreneur Jesse Itzler, and DC United goalie Bill Hamid, my true passion lies in working with everyday people—helping them navigate body confidence, weight fluctuations, and style insecurities to rediscover their self-love and the joy of getting dressed.
I don’t tell you what to wear — I collaborate with you to create a signature style that aligns with your energy, personality, and aspirations. Whether you’re elevating your professional presence, redefining your style, or simply craving a wardrobe that makes you feel amazing every day, I help you build a functional, stylish, and confidence-boosting wardrobe.
Ready to transform your wardrobe—and your confidence? Let’s get started, or if you have more questions, book a call!
Kara was a stylist with Stacy London’s (of TLC’s What Not to Wear, and Love, Lust or Run) new venture, Style for Hire, a national styling firm for several years, and was personally vetted personally by London. Kara also styled for the magazine I Am Modern and DC Life Magazine.com. She’s emceed several fashion shows, judged A Cities of America Teen Pageant, Project FundWay, The Fashionista’s Brunch at Saks Fifth Avenue, and Macy’s Inaugural Fashion show at Metro Center. In 2011, Kara was a Glambassador for Glamour magazine and in 2012 became a Style Ambassador for Bazaar Magazine. She also styles local fashion shows such as Walk this Way for Becky’s Fund, Luke’s Wings and Crystal Couture. In April 2012, she walked in the Fashion for Paws Runway show for the second year where she raised over $5,600 in support of the Washington Humane Society and this April she raised over $3000. Kara added Celebrity Makeup Artist to her portfolio in 2014 Oscar Award Winner when she groomed Leonardo DiCaprio for his speech to the State Department on Ocean Conservation.
In 2015, Kara served as a Personal Shopper Expert in the $3 Billion Lawsuit between White Flint Mall and Lord & Taylor. In January 2016 Kara spoke at the Periscope Summit in San Francisco on the Personal Branding panel along with Alex Khan, Alex Butler, AnnaLee Belle, and Paija Hudson.
Style by Kara Allan, LLC is a full-service Style and Image Consulting Firm that caters to individuals, groups, and corporations. The mission of the company is to inspire and educate clients about how great they can look and feel in their clothes. Clients are provided VIP treatment with an unmatched level of customer service.
“Kara has a special talent for bringing out the best in people. She has an intuitive understanding of her clients’ needs and helps them achieve their goals with her expertise and compassion.”
“Kara is more than just a stylist, she’s a personal coach and motivator. Her positive energy and attention to detail transformed my look and gave me the confidence I needed to succeed.”
“Kara’s keen eye and exceptional taste made my photoshoot unforgettable. She has a talent for accentuating my best features and bringing out my inner beauty. I’m so grateful for her talent and creativity.”
“Kara’s brand and style consulting services were exactly what I needed to take my business to the next level. She helped me define my personal brand and gave me the tools and knowledge to succeed in the competitive world of fashion.”
“I never thought I would enjoy a beauty and makeup session as much as I did with Kara. She made the experience fun and enjoyable and left me feeling beautiful and confident.”
“Kara is a true professional and expert in her field. Her style and brand consulting services were exactly what I needed to take my business to the next level. I can’t thank her enough for her help.”
“Kara’s beauty and makeup services are truly exceptional. She has a natural talent for accentuating her clients’ best features and bringing out their inner beauty. I would recommend her to anyone looking to feel and look their best.”
“Kara has a special talent for transforming people’s lives. She helped me define my personal style and gave me the confidence to succeed in both my professional and personal life.”
“Kara is not just a stylist, she’s a friend. Her compassion and understanding of my needs made the styling experience enjoyable and personalized. I can’t wait to work with her again.”
“Kara’s corporate image consulting services transformed my professional life. Her attention to detail and understanding of my personal brand helped me secure the job of my dreams. I’m so grateful for her help.”
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