Ali is AMAZING! Working with her was truly one of the most enriching, joyful and confidence-building experiences I've had in my 35 years! While I was initially somewhat self-conscious about deciding to work with a stylist, Ali's natural warmth, ease and confidence on our first intro zoom call immediately put me at ease. From there, she made every part of the process - from coming over to see my not-very-fashionable closet to curating a ThredUp board for me to giving me feedback on various new outfits - feel comfortable, fun and joyful. Throughout the process, I felt like I was hanging out with one of my best friends who just happened to be extremely fashion savvy! Perhaps what surprised and delighted me the most about working with Ali is that in addition to sharing her immense style wisdom, she was really invested in understanding who I am as a person and then finding ways to translate my essential nature into my clothes (which is not something I would have even thought was possible and definitely wouldn't have known how to do on my own). It was so much fun to discover new ways to express myself via clothes and I've been having a blast putting together new outfits ever since we worked together. I also appreciated what a great teacher Ali is. Rather than just selecting clothes for me, she taught me every step of the way why she was doing what she was doing, and how I could apply this knowledge on my own (e.g. how to figure out what your colors are, why certain lines work better than others, what kinds of elements to incorporate into each outfit, etc). As a result, I feel way more confident now putting together outfits for myself, as well as more discerning about what types of clothes to even search for in the first place. It also felt great to learn how to shop secondhand without sacrificing quality - if anything, I felt like the pieces we found were higher quality than what I would normally buy! I truly cannot say enough good things about Ali and her services. I have been recommending her to all my friends and family and am excited for anyone else who has the good fortune to work with her! read more

TLDR: I cannot recommend Ali and her services enough. Not only is she extremely fun and personable, but she's given me confidence in refining and creating a much more cohesive look and the ability to shop more consciously. I'm now able to shop on my own to find better quality pieces that compliment me--rather than end up in a landfill because I decide three months later I don't like it or it's falling apart at the seams. More context: I met Ali when she gave a free presentation at our local library and I knew I wanted to work with her. I decided to invest in her butterfly effect package as I turn 40 this year and scheduled a photo shoot to celebrate myself--and wanted the outfits I picked to reflect a true, confident me. Attached are a few photos of me wearing outfits Ali and I found using what she taught me. I only wish I found Ali sooner! She taught me so much--about the best color palette for me, how to extend my vertical line with an almond toe (vs round) shoe and how I was missing out on accentuating my small waist by choosing a mid rise vs high rise pant. She taught me that pant sizes aren't consistent which is why shopping for them is so difficult and that I was missing out by only looking at "size X"--I went up two sizes and found great high waisted pants at Current that I love. I've also been using ThredUp--a secondhand clothes app--for years. My online shopping session with Ali equipped me to find better, higher quality items using filters for certain types of fabrics and more. With the tips she's taught me, I can also now go to a secondhand clothing store in person and easily sift through and find what works and doesn't. I don't waste time on colors that don't work for me and I'm much more conscious of fabrics and trying to avoid synthetics--not only because they are bad for the environment, but because they don't last. Please consider investing in yourself and the planet! Buying clothes that don't work for you or give you confidence will only hurt your wallet and wind up in a landfill. Ali will teach you how to find a compelling look that completes you! read more

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I can't recommend The Ethical Aesthete enough! Ali Miller helped me find high-quality clothing within my budget to prepare for my first in-person interview with executives in years. She guided me toward pieces that not only looked professional but also stayed true to my personal style--no boring, cookie-cutter outfits here! Beyond just picking out clothes, Ali gave me invaluable tips on identifying quality garments while shopping, which will help me make better wardrobe choices in the future. She also opened my eyes to new perspectives on my own style, helping me see how I could elevate my wardrobe while still feeling like me. Plus, she's an incredible hype-woman--encouraging, knowledgeable, and so fun to work with! Thanks to her guidance, I feel so much more confident walking into my interview, knowing I'll be dressed in something that makes me look and feel my best. If you're looking for wardrobe inspiration or need guidance on finding stylish, high-quality pieces that fit your personality and budget, The Ethical Aesthete is the way to go. Highly recommend! read more

I absolutely, positively CANNOT say enough good things about Ali, the Ethical Aesthete. She has an impeccable eye and wades through the absolute MOUNTAINS of options, getting you the wardrobe of your dreams that, thanks to it being all high quality secondhand, is both environmentally conscious AND budget friendly! Win-win! She goes above and beyond to ensure that anything that can't be purchased secondhand (for example, hosiery) is purchased from an ethical retailer. Her eye for the colors, shapes, and styles that will look best on you is unparalleled - I liked almost every single thing I bought, and almost every single thing fit perfectly. She also has a keen eye for quality fabric, cut, stitching, etc and won't let you buy anything that isn't well made. Ali is a great listener and very much respects your lifestyle and what you will ACTUALLY wear - she's not trying to put you in something trendy that is completely impractical or unwearable. She wants you to be COMFORTABLE and feel great. She is also generous with her time and gave amazing suggestions for haircut, makeup, etc. She also has a great eye for what you should keep or leave in your current closet. Ali is also deeply thoughtful about how she thinks about fashion and bodies. She believes EVERY body can look amazing, and she goes out of her way to ensure that you feel great not only in the clothes that you end up with but throughout the process - you will never hear Ali refer to your body as a fruit shape! As someone coming in with a complicated history around body and clothes, she could not have been more supportive. She's SO kind, and just an overall pleasure to work with. With her help, I feel confident and ready to take on anything. I cannot recommend investing in yourself by working with Ali enough. It was worth every penny and more! read more

Ali is amazing. I didn't quite know what to expect throughout this process. She was professional, thoughtful and insightful in her recommendations, and organized. She helped me select some really wonderful pieces that I love, enhanced my appearance, and we did it all using secondhand items! She even found the one article of clothing I've always wanted and hadn't been able to locate - a pair of cropped black tuxedo pants - for $16! She isn't pushy and really makes the effort to get to know her clients. The experience gave me more confidence selecting clothing and helped me try things I never would have thought to try. Highly recommend. read more

I have not shopped in person since the pandemic. On my own, I would spend hours shopping online and more time shipping returns, typically with discouraging results. Additionally , I am difficult to fit in standard sizes, particularly in one-piece garments. I was desperately in need of a few key wardrobe pieces, and Ali came to my rescue. Once she determined my best styles, she used my measurements to find three key pieces for me: a basic black dress, a stylish Spring coat, and a distinctive Winter dress coat--all of them high-quality items, a perfect fit, at at amazing prices. I could not be more pleased! Ali is an amazing shopper! She is extremely knowledgeable about fashion, and has a good eye for assessing the customer's needs and bringing forth their best look. This is a worthwhile, economical, and environmentally sound service. Call her now! read more

Ali has been a valuable resource in helping to identify my color palette, style inspiration, and clothing brands that align with who I am and what I want to present. She also introduced me to the vocabulary of my personal look which empowers high-quality wardrobe choices to curate a collection that complements my body type and makes me feel like the best version of myself. read more

Ali exceeded my expectations. I began the process thinking: I could use a couple more shirts that I actually enjoy wearing -- and came out feeling transformed by the potential of my wardrobe. I'm not the kind of guy who has spent much time thinking about clothes. But I tended to usually buy second hand, so I was excited about The Ethical Aesthete. What surprised me, was that Ali helped me using mostly things I already had -- and realizing I could wear them with more confidence. With Ali, I went from always doubting myself (and seeking reassurance from my partner) -- to now feeling like "I can style myself with a look that feels authentic..." for work -- and for the weekends. I'm thrilled about the new world that Ali's helped open up for me. Definitely worth a try! read more

I've always been environmentally conscious, but I hadn't really dove into the clothing sector.  Never in a million years did I think I would for my wedding, the biggest day of my entire life that I've been dreaming about since I was a kid!  Well Ali certainly changed that, and I'm so grateful to her- she has THE BEST advice.  She opened my eyes-who would have thought preowned included new dresses and sample dresses?!  Why not try to save some money on a very expensive day for a dress you'll only wear once?  Ali knew what I liked and what would look good on me.  She brought up points I didn't really think about. She was always very timely with responses.  My chosen dress ended up being designer, never worn, and never altered - at a fraction of the price!  Then Ali went to work creating a Pinterest board of shoe options for me with both comfort and height.  You really can have both!!  My shoes ended up being preowned but never worn!  They were in mint condition.  Everything was perfect.  I felt good about my purchases.   What I really knew nothing about was alterations.  Ali's expertise was brilliant.  My dress was one single piece of lace with no sewn hem, but was a little long for me. One of Ali's tricks helped me avoid an expensive alteration with my tailor. My key takeaway:  Not just one thing has to be 'something borrowed'   Oh, and you can really be comfortable on your wedding day without a dress change or shoe change!! read more

I am not the kind of person who would normally hire a personal stylist, but I was starting a new career and wanted to polish up my look after having a baby and years of pandemic pajamas. Ali's warm and funny manner, reasonable prices, and ethical down to earth view of shopping made me feel totally at ease. I was able to pare my wardrobe down and felt much more aware and confident about how to buy clothes that flatter my unique figure. She's amazing and her approach to fashion is changing the world. Don't hesitate to contact her! read more

Post-pandemic, post-baby, and pushing 40, I found myself sitting on dressers and closets full of clothes from the past two decades that no longer fit me. It was miserable getting dressed for work everyday, and even more miserable shopping and trying to find anything that felt or fit right. I came to terms with the fact I needed a near total reset on my closet and a lot of help shopping for my new body. Ali exceeded all my needs and expectations. It's been a full year since Ali first came to curate my current wardrobe, highlighting old items I had disregarded and tossing into the donate pile so much that wasn't doing me any favors anymore. Then she put in hours of online second-hand shopping to find all the items I needed to complete a fabulous mix-and-match capsule wardrobe that fit my current silhouette and style sense (which she was really able to articulate for me). All I had to do was click "purchase" and since then I've become something of a style icon at work. Unbelievable! I can't recommend Ali enough to anyone who is feeling overwhelmed by the prospect of clothes shopping or is really trying to achieve a new goal with an updated wardrobe. She's a dream! read more