HELLO...
I'm Karen Peters-Amphlett, founder of Style by KPA.
Back in 2014 I completely lost my sense of self, or what I like to call my style mojo, when I became a mum for the first time. I went from dressing confidently for the corporate world to standing in front of my wardrobe crying about what I was going to wear to playgroup.
I understand what it feels like to dread getting dressed every day and to look in the mirror and not recognise the person looking back at you.
That's why I retrained as a Personal Stylist and Colour Analyst. I wanted to help women who feel like I did back then. To help them rediscover their style and confidence, enjoy getting dressed again and most importantly feel like themselves again.
The type of stylist I am...
My own experience of losing my style confidence has shaped the type of stylist I am today. I'm not a celebrity or fashion stylist. I work with women who are feeling lost when it comes to their style and want some expert help and guidance to get their confidence back.
I'm not the type of stylist who will tell you that you can't wear something or that you need to get rid of half your wardrobe. I believe in tools not rules, because life is too short not to wear something you love. Instead, I work with you to help you understand how to wear what you love in a way that makes you feel and look good.
More than styling...
Before founding Style by KPA, I worked for 24 years in the Early Years Sector in various roles as an Educator, Manager, Leader and Mentor. Those years helped me develop many of the skills that are now essential to my role as a Personal Stylist.
Alongside the people skills I've developed over the years, I'd say my styling superpower is my empathy. I have an ability to just 'get' people and make them feel relaxed and at ease which helps you get the very best from your personal styling experience with me.
What I love the most about what I do is seeing the change in a woman as her confidence grows. That smile when she sees herself differently and starts to feel like herself again.
QUALIFICATIONS, CREDENTIALS & AWARDS
SME Gold Award for Outstanding Customer Service
Personal Styling Diploma, London College of Style
Advanced Colour Analysis, London College of Style
Fashion Sustainability Certificate, London College of Style
Makeup Application Certificate, The London School of Beauty and Makeup
BA Hons Early Childhood Studies
Early Years Professional Status