Introducing: the.meri.edit
Your NYC Executive Personal Stylist.
Outfitting Professional Women from boardroom to brunch
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A fresh new perspective on personal style that aligns your look with your hustle. (fun included!)
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*Polished Looks for the Flirty Sophisticate*
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(re)Discover Your Edit.
Join Meri on a journey to align your inner strengths with your outward image. Your Personal Style holds the power to voice your message without ever saying a word, influence your mood, and set the tone for the day ahead. With the proper fits, colours and wardrobe strategy, we can shift getting dressed from a disheartening chore to a ritual of self-love and expression. Experience the confidence & clarity that come along with having an intentional wardrobe and demystify the art of looking compelling and effortlessly chic on the daily. Leaders & future leaders turn to Meri for her signature ladylike polish & creativity when creating their dream wardrobe for work & life.
This is your edit, with a sprinkle of Practical Magic.
meet Meri.
Meri is an effective and transformative Certified Personal Stylist with a natural ability to blend strategy with personality. Known for her down-to-earth approachability and judgment-free outlook, she prides herself in guiding professional women to embrace their authentic selves through intentional dressing.
After earning her business degree from Fordham University and thriving in a 20+ year career as a Corporate Sales Executive, Meri boldly pivoted to pursue her lifelong passion for fashion and helping others. She went on to become a Certified Personal Stylist and alum of the renowned Style Academy International. While completing her coursework, Meri refined her skills by styling for luxury retailers such as Saks and Bloomingdales in their NYC flagships.
Her styling philosophy is rooted in mindset, practicality, and empowerment. Meri specializes in helping professional women (re)discover their Style Personality, and how to use style to their advantage in the workplace. Whether working one-on-one or leading corporate workshops, she brings intuition, energy, and FUN to every session — meeting her clients exactly where they are and guiding them forward with purpose (usually with refreshments & music)!
Meri Kantola | Executive Stylist
the EDITS.
the.style.edit.
Whether you’re headed to the boardroom or joining virtually, this actionable blueprint is where personality meets practical magic. Together, we'll (re)discover —your unique style language, and refresh your look to align with your message. From vision boards to guides, and even your color palette, it includes all the tools you need to transform your look to be polished, fresh and unapologetically you- with a wardrobe that works!
$500. *enhancements available
the.wardrobe.edit.
Less clutter. More clarity. This elevated offering includes everything from the.style.edit—plus a full wardrobe detox to unearth what’s working, what’s not, and what could shine with the right styling. Together, we’ll edit your closet with intention: decluttering what no longer fits your life, offering consignment support, and digitally cataloguing the pieces you love. You'll walk away with 5 outfit formulas built from your current wardrobe, and a curated lookbook to help you fill in the gaps with purpose—not impulse.
$800 *enhancements available
the.peekaboo.edit.
Founding Client Exclusive! A peek into elevated looks to try.
Package Enhancements.
Time for a style refresh? Take a peek into new looks that fit and flatter, and elevate your style- specially curated for you! This package is designed to inspire and delight by developing a shoppable lookbook featuring hand-picked pieces to take your work or play looks to a new level. We'll dive into your lifestyle, goals, and aesthetic preferences through a 1:1 consultation, and you'll walk away with actionable inspiration in a personalized portfolio. All shopping suggestions will fall within your self-defined budget. Set-up a virtual fit-share to showcase your new look and fine tune the details! Elevate your style and feel the confidence!
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$200 Founding Client Special!
(Regularly $300)
Help me shape the future of the.meri.edit by becoming a Founding Client, and sharing your positive feedback on your inspirational experience
add 4-Season Styling: Year-round Style Support: 4 seasons of wardrobe updates each including a fresh 1:1 consultation to review looks & refresh the vision, and shoppable lookbooks for each new season - allowing for you to update your wardrobe to reflect the most up-to-date styles of the season. 1 year of concierge service featuring unlimited video style chats during extended hours (subject to availability) for those "wait, can I wear these shoes with this..." moments! + $400
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add Personal Shopping:
ONLINE with at-home delivery & virtual fit share + $100
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add a FULL-DAY Shopping Experience in SoHo (or alternate location of choice) with restaurant dining included + $300
the.bespoke.edit.
Prefer to design your own edit? I offer collaborative styling plans with à la carte options tailored to your goals.
body shape & color analysis
full or 1/2 day shopping experiences
(includes lunch or coffee!)
capsule collections
Seasonal Refresh
(4 seasonal updates)
digital closet cataloguing
curated shoppable lookbooks & custom style portfolio
Popular Capsule Collection Ideas
A Capsule Wardrobe is a thoughtfully curated collection of easily interchangeable pieces, designed to maximize the number of outfits that can be formulated from it. They are often dictated by lifestyle or activity factors, and will help making dressing simple and organized, and maximize number of wears for each garment - often saving money in the long run by adding quality essentials.
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Choose from a selection of Capsule Wardrobe ideas below, or create an idea of your own!
the.in-office.edit
Collection of Business Professional/Business Casual
for in-office days.
the.WFH.edit
A selection that are quietly polished, comfy, and camera-ready!
the.getaway.edit
A collection of Vacation essentials that can be easily packed and travel-ready!
the.biz-traveler.edit
Designed to have you jet-setting with speed and ease!
the.day-to-night.edit
Pieces that can be transformed easily day-to-night, for those women on the go!
the.leisure.edit
Capsule featuring elevated outfits for outside of work.
Playtime!
Contact me ....
Find my contact info below. Reach out via phone, text, email, or social media. Start your edit by booking a FREE Discovery Consultation below -Let's connect and get to know one another!
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Let's keep in touch!
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(I respect your time, inbox, & privacy!)
Meri Kantola | Certified Personal Stylist
Executive Stylist
Founder | the.meri.edit
Brooklyn, NYC, USA
646.600.5832
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Meet *The Flirty
Sophisticate*
She’s a Flirty Sophisticate...
She’s decidedly polished. Effortlessly witty.
A true professional.
She’s social, spirited and spontaneous.
She’s compelling and classy.
She's independent.
She’s polished, pretty, and effortlessly chic.
She’s seen, relevant, and intentional.
She's cool and confident.
She unapologetically flirts with the mirror.
She’s everything she wants to be — from the inside out…
With a sprinkle of ✨Practical Magic by the.meri.edit ✨
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CLIENT TESTIMONIALS.
"the.meri.edit. helped me discover a style that truly represents me and boosted my confidence in my professional and personal life."
Sarah - Client
"I felt truly empowered after working with the.meri.edit. Their personalized approach elevated my style to a whole new level."
Emily - Client
"the.meri.edit. not only transformed my wardrobe but also boosted my confidence. Their attention to detail and body positivity message made all the difference."
Olivia - Client