Grace J. Park
Stylist / Founder of Park Avenue Styling
Seattle, WA
Q What do you do?
“I’m a wardrobe stylist and I love to empower others to show up in outfits that reflect one’s authentic self!”
Q What steps did you take to get to where you are now?
I studied Apparel, Textile and Design at the University of Idaho. I learned almost everything about fashion and fell in love with so many career option within the industry. When I graduated I knew I wanted to be in the fashion industry but I wasn't sure what exact career I wanted. After a couple months of blissful unemployment and lots of pros/cons lists, I knew I wanted to be a stylist. I knew I wanted to build my career in Seattle, so I emailed about 15 stylists for job opportunities. I got 12 no responses, 2 no's and I finally got one yes and I ran with it. Moved to Seattle, worked for her for a couple months and I gained the confidence to network and connect with more people in the industry. Got another job as an assistant to a stylist, which is where I gained a lot of knowledge about the behind the scenes of being a stylist. That was the push I needed to realize that I needed to bet on myself and have confidence in own my ability and skills. Which led me to starting my own business: Park Avenue Styling.
Q How do you stand out in your field?
I believe that everyone should have fun with fashion and their own style. I don't want to completely change someone depending on the current trends, I want to help people refine their style and give them the confidence to embrace what makes a person unique.
Q What are you working on right now?
Currently, I'm still working for a stylist and assisting them with their day to day tasks. I'm also trying to take on more clients!
Q What’s your style?
I would say that my style is very 90's. I love the 90's aesthetic of minimalism with a bit of fun. I don't have a project that represents this but my goal is for my social media to reflect this along with more of my personal style.
Q Out of all your slashies, which one do you wish you could do more often?
I mostly do personal styling but I would love to try out editorial styling! I love when creativity can run wild and I feel like editorial styling gives you the freedom to do so.
Q What is frustrating you right now?
Trying to figure out SEO is hard and trying to understand it is more difficult. I try my best and just write my blogs!
Q If you could hire someone for $20/hour, what would you have them do to make your day easier?
I would have them plan out my social media posts!
Q What do you wish you could have told yourself, when, and why?
The first step doesn't have to be perfect. I always hesitated doing anything because I was so scared of failure and imperfection. I wish I could've told younger me that I just need a rough plan to start, not a perfect plan. Also, failure isn't scary and it's something everyone is going to experience. Don't let fear drive your decisions because you'll end up missing opportunities and wonder all about the 'what ifs'.
Q If you could talk to an expert to gain more insight on something, what would it be about?
I love astrology, so I would love to talk to an astrologist about my chart and how I can utilize it to further my career and personal life.
Q What kind of opportunities/projects are you looking for?
Styling collaboration projects and more styling clients!
Q Describe your ideal job/client/collaboration.
I love collaborating with creative, kind and open-minded individuals!
Q: What is your rate?
My styling services can range from $150 - $800!
Q How should someone approach you about working together?
Inquire through my website www.parkavenuestyling.com OR email me at info@parkavenuestyling.com
Q Oh! and… how do you stay creative?
Talking with other people and seeing other people's street style!
This member profile was originally published in October 2024.