Katyayani Ranganathan
Resident stylist
My journey into the world of fashion began when I first learned to dress myself. The allure of colors, textures, and fabrics sparked a passion within me, giving rise to a shopping addiction. As I matured, I recognized the profound impact that fashion can have on an individual, leading me to aspire to be part of this transformative movement. I came to understand that the perfect outfit has the power to express one’s mood, secure that dream job, or leave a lasting impression on a special date night.
The words of Catillin Moran and Dita Von Teese resonate deeply with me. Moran’s insight, “When a woman says ‘I have nothing to wear,’ what she really means is, ‘There’s nothing here for who I’m supposed to be today,'” underscores the personal significance of fashion. Meanwhile, Von Teese’s perspective on dressing up for life itself aligns with my own philosophy. I am driven by a passion to collaborate with clients, crafting timeless looks that evoke beauty and confidence.
For me, fashion transcends mere trends; it provides a unique opportunity for the world to catch a glimpse inside your soul. In my role, I am dedicated to ensuring that the reflection you see is one that resonates with your personal style and leaves you feeling empowered and satisfied.
Personal Achievements
- Holds a Bachelor of Arts degree in Fashion Marketing and Management from the Illinois Institute of Art – Chicago.
- Currently an MIT at Abercrombie and Fitch but has retail experience for over 5 years in leading brands such as Express, Victoria’s Secret, American Eagle and Under Armour.
- Blogger for L’Ultima Moda Style on Instagram. Has received recognition from Express, Halston Heritage, Via Spiga, Olivia + Joy and many more brands.
Compensation Rates
- $100/hour or $400 for a five-hour custom styling package
Available For
- Closet Audits
- Closet Organization
- Personal Shopping
- Event Styling
- Virtual Styling (also available for commercial styling including fashion shows,
lookbooks, etc)
“Kate is adorable, always kind, and has a real natural gift with styling. She helped A LOT!!!
-Danielle
“What would I do without this chick? I needed a last minute outfit for my man’s work function…The kind of event where you need to look amazing but understated…not easy to do! The dress I had picked out proved too difficult to match shoes with (weird length, weird color) so I tossed it and called Kate. This girl is AMAZING. She picked out 4 perfect alternatives which gave me just enough choice, but not TOO much. The dresses looked like they were made for my body, but no, that’s just Kate’s freaky stylist eye that knew my size perfectly. Once I picked the winner, she outfitted me with killer earrings AND a really versatile clutch that I know I’ll be able to use again. Love her! It helps that she’s super sweet and the most stylish chick I’ve ever met…makes her pretty easy to trust with my huge party outfit decisions. I can’t wait for my next event so I can call on Kate again. Thank you SO much, you are my hero!”
-Kelli