In today's world you don't need to be rich and famous to use the services of a personal shopper. In fact, more and more everyday people are tuning in to the idea, firstly because of the convenience factor and secondly because it no longer costs the earth for consultations and shopping trips. Below is a short introduction to the world of personal shopping, plus a few tips for finding your perfect shopping partner.

What do personal shoppers do?
The majority of personal shopping consultants offer a range of services including wardrobe makeovers, one to one shopping trips, style consultations and advice regarding gifts for other people. You will often have to book an initial style consultation so that your personal shopper can get to know you and find out what your clothing tastes are. However, following this first meeting you can choose to hire your personal shopper to simply shop for you or you can continue to use them in the capacity of style consultant so that they choose your new clothes and accessories on your behalf.

Most personal shoppers are happy to be given basic instructions regarding what you are looking for. So for example you may need a new suit for a big interview or a gift for a relative's birthday. Either way, you give your personal shopper an idea of the sort of thing you're looking for and they use the knowledge they have about you and the trends of the time to buy the perfect outfit or gift. This means you get what you need without the hassle and stress of shopping for it yourself!

Where to find a personal shopper
Personal shoppers advertise their services in a number of ways with the internet being one of the most popular. Saying this, a word of mouth recommendation is a popular way in which to choose such a personal service. If you have a relative of friend that already has a personal shopper then ask how good they are and if they are looking for new clients. If however you don't know anyone who uses such a service then phone round a few companies and see if they offer a free consultation. This way you can decide if you like the individual shopper before parting with your hard earned cash.

Choosing your personal shopper
There are literally hundreds of individuals and companies who offer a personal shopping service. However, finding one that is right for you can be more of a chore than if you did the actual shopping yourself! It is important to ask a few questions before making a firm decision because choosing one on the spur of the moment may turn out to be both a waste of time and money. So what questions should you be asking?

What do they charge for each of the services you are interested in?
Most personal shoppers offer a range of services, however the way they charge for these services can differ quite dramatically. Some offer free or discounted initial consultations with a view to securing your custom. One they have this they then charge higher than normal rates for their other services, such as shopping trips and additional style advice. Other companies however charge more for the initial meeting and then offer slightly lower fees for their additional services. You need to decide which services you are going to use and how often you will need them and calculate which approach will work better for you.

How often do you need to use the service of your personal shopper?
Occasionally you will come across a company who seems to charge lower pries than most of the others however these companies often have a clause which states you must commit to at least four consultations per year. If you use their one-to-one shopping services as well, these firms can work out far more expensive in the long run. Check that there are no annual minimum requirements before agreeing to use their services. The best firms to use are those that have no contracts and simply make themselves available as and when you require them.

What if you don't like the items they bring you?
The larger personal shopping firms will probably have accounts at all of the big stores in your home city. If you can't make time to actually go shopping with your personal shopper then it is good to know that whatever they bring you is returnable if you don't like it. It may cost a little bit extra to have this 'approval or return' service however you will be safe in the knowledge that you aren't going to be stuck with clothes you don't like or gifts that are unsuitable.

Conclusion
One of the most important aspects to take into account when choosing a personal shopper is that you actually like the person and find it easy to tell them your likes and dislikes. It is pointless finding a reputable company with affordable prices if you can't stand the person who physically shops for you! In many respects it is a balancing act. However, once you have found your perfect personal shopper, you can sit back and relax knowing that all your shopping needs are being taken care of while you enjoy a cup of tea in front of the TV.
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