Personal stylist for real bodies. Not just moms.

Dress for your body. Not the other way around.

Not a Skinny Mom Project helps women dress with proportion, intention, and confidence for the body and life they have right now. I'm a personal stylist and personal shopper based in White Plains, NY, serving Westchester County, Putnam County, Rockland County, and Lower Fairfield County (Connecticut) - in person and virtually.

Here for the postpartum mom, the busy mom, the busy professional, the woman navigating weight gain or weight loss, and everyone in between.

Personal stylist reviewing colorful garments on a wardrobe rack in White Plains, NY
Understand your wardrobe
Monika reviewing the print and drape of a floral garment

Dress with intention

Build lasting confidence

Clothes that fit, last, and work for your life.

My Mission

Not a Skinny Mom Project is not what you think.

The name is the hook. The mission is bigger.

Fashion has spent decades convincing women that if clothes don't work, their bodies are the problem. I believe the opposite.

Style isn't about labels, trends, or chasing whatever your feed decided was in this season. It's about understanding your body, dressing with intention, and building a wardrobe that makes you feel confident every day.

When you understand proportion, you stop guessing. When you shop with intention, you stop wasting money on clothes you'll never wear. Confidence becomes the result not the goal.

No Shein hauls. No Amazon carts full of things you'll return. No chasing trends that were never designed for your body in the first place.

Through one-on-one styling and practical wardrobe guidance, I help women create closets they love and the confidence to wear them.

Because style isn't about becoming someone else.

My philosophy is simple:

01

Proportion.

02

Intention.

03

Confidence.

Style is power. First impressions are real. And you deserve to own yours.

Meet Monika

A garment-industry eye for the body you have now.

Monika presenting a floral blazer beside a colorful wardrobe

GARMENT CENTER INSIDER • PERSONAL STYLISTPERSONAL SHOPPER • WIFE • MOM OF 3

I spent years in New York's garment center learning the industry from the inside. Production manager by training. Fashion designer in my head. I learned what separates a well-made garment from a cheap one, how fabric drapes, where seams should sit, and what a proper cut actually feels like. Then my body changed after kids, and it was harder than ever to find clothes that worked. If it was hard for me, I know it is hard for others. Not a Skinny Mom Project is my answer to that. Today I work as a personal stylist and personal shopper, helping women in White Plains, NY, and Westchester County build wardrobes that actually fit their lives.

  • FIT graduate with 15+ years inside the NYC garment industry.
  • From sketch to delivery. I know every step of how clothes are made.
  • Worked hands-on with Italian patternmakers and NYC's finest sewing contractors.
  • Classic, elegant, a little edgy. Never without comfort.
The truth about getting dressed

It is not about hiding. It is about directing the eye.

Getting dressed is about proportion and intention. Wide leg pants, a blazer, a neckline, a hem, a fabric with weight: every choice changes where the eye goes and how the whole outfit feels. The goal is not to chase trends or force your body into a size. The goal is to understand your own proportions and build clothes around them.

01 / Proportion

Proportion first

Every body distributes weight differently. The right outfit creates balance for your shape, not someone else's.

02 / Intention

Intention over impulse

No Shein hauls. No Amazon carts full of things you’ll return. No chasing trends that weren’t made for your body anyway.

03 / Confidence

Confidence through clarity

When you know why something works, shopping and getting dressed stop feeling random.

Gift certificates available

Gift Styling Session with Monika

Give someone the gift of confidence, personal style, and clothes that feel like them.

Choose a styling session and I'll create a personalized digital gift certificate ready to share.

Digital gift certificate

A thoughtful gift, ready to send digitally.

Purchase a digital gift card

Printed & gift-wrapped

A printed certificate, beautifully wrapped and ready to give.

Purchase a printed gift certificate

Personalized • For him or her • Digital delivery • Redeem directly with Monika

Frequently Asked Questions

Getting Started

What should I expect after booking?

I reach out to confirm details and next steps. Then I send a short intake questionnaire about your lifestyle, your fit challenges, and your goals, plus a few photos. That way our time together is focused and useful.

Should I wait until I lose the weight?

No. Waiting takes too long, and you deserve to feel good now. Dress the body you have today. Clothes that fit right now make you feel better right now. When your body changes, we adjust.

I'm nervous about someone going through my closet. Is that normal?

Completely normal. And honestly, you should see mine. There is zero judgment here. We start with a few simple questions about your style, your life, and what you actually reach for. We go from there. No pressure. No embarrassment. Just real help.

How is this different from hiring a personal shopper?

A personal shopper finds what you ask for. I do that too. But I also show you why things work or don't: fit, proportion, quality, and construction. You walk away with an eye, not just a bag. If you just want the shopping handled, Personal Shopping covers that.

Sessions and Location

Where do you offer in-person sessions?

I'm based in White Plains, NY. I work in person across Westchester County, Putnam County, Rockland County, and Lower Fairfield County (Connecticut). Farther out may be possible with a travel fee. Just ask.

I'm not local. Can you still help me?

Yes. Virtual styling is available by video, wherever you are. You get a personalized presentation with shopping links. Book a discovery call and we'll set it up.

How do I prepare for my session?

Wear fitted basics so we can see how things sit on your body. Keep your shoes, jackets, and accessories nearby. If you've started piles of things you want to purge or don't know how to style, leave them out. We'll start there. You'll also need a full-length mirror. Don't have one? I'll bring mine.

What happens after my session?

I put together a styling presentation for you. It's your map of outfits, so you know what to wear and what to shop for. And we keep the conversation going. Rebook anytime. Text me for a quick outfit check whenever you need one.

Shopping

What stores do you shop? Do I have to spend a lot?

Your budget, your call. You never have to buy anything. I'll tell you what's worth investing in and what isn't. If you don't love it, return it. Some of my go-to spots are The Shops at Vernon Hills, Bloomingdale's, The Westchester, and Greenwich Avenue. Where we go depends on what you need.

Do you get commissions on what I buy?

No. I don't earn anything from the stores or brands I recommend. Every piece is chosen for you: your body, your lifestyle, your budget.

How does the shopping budget work?

Shop With Me: We shop together and you pay with your own card. You handle your own returns. Personal Shopping: You send your shopping budget upfront by Zelle or Venmo. I source and buy, bring everything to you for a fitting, and handle returns and exchanges. Any unused funds come back to you.

Payment and Policies

How does payment work?

Invoices are due upon receipt. I accept Zelle (preferred) and Venmo. No hidden costs. What you see on the services page is what you pay. Your styling presentation is sent once payment comes through.

What's your refund and rescheduling policy?

Sessions are non-refundable. When you book, you reserve my time and expertise, and that can't be returned. That said, if something feels off, I'd rather talk it through than leave you unhappy. Reach out and we'll figure it out together. Need to move a session? Give me 24 hours' notice and we'll find a new time. For anything purchased during personal shopping or styling sessions, standard store return policies apply.

Gifts

Do you offer gift certificates?

Yes. Buy a digital gift card online and send it right away. Or choose a printed certificate, gift wrapped and ready to give. Local hand delivery is available for $10. Every certificate is redeemed directly with me.

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