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The Sims 3: Ambitions


For a similar career in The Sims 4, see Style Influencer.
See also: Fashion and Cosmetology

Stylist
Stylist makeover
A makeover.

Stylist career icon

The Stylist profession debuted in The Sims 3 expansion pack, Ambitions.

Stylists work in a salon, and there they can make over customers. Stylists have access to clothing and hair options that other Sims cannot easily access. The stylist career combines Create a Sim mode with live mode.

During a makeover, the client Sim appears in a "makeover room" that works just like CAS but only has options for hair, makeup, and clothing. The requirements for the job appear in the upper right, and they must all be fulfilled to ensure success. For example, a Sim who has just received a promotion might ask a stylist to help him "Dress for Success." The stylist then gets to choose an assortment of new clothes: 3 Everyday Outfits, 2 Formal, 1 Athletic, New Shoes, New Accessory, New Hairstyle. When complete, the client will decide whether they likes the new look or not, determining the stylist's success or failure. Through mods, a player can see that there is a Styling hidden skill, gained from styling (and probably a factor in determining success in a job, although the skill itself can be gained from changing the Sim's own looks).

Success results in higher pay, a relationship gain, and the opportunity to take a photo for the stylist's portfolio. Failure will result in a loss of relationship with the client and lower pay for the job. Sometimes, even if the requirements are fulfilled, the stylist will fail with the message, "[Stylist] did a good job, but maybe their client is just too picky." Other times, the stylist will fail due to lack of Job Experience, no matter what style the player chooses. Stylists can also opt to intentionally "give bad makeover," resulting in messy or badly-dressed clients.

Stylist cas

Makeover Room Create a Style.

Stylists work from 9 AM to 7 PM, Tuesdays through Saturdays, but they don't have to stay in the salon the whole time. In fact, as they get better at their jobs, stylists will spend most of their time driving to clients' homes to perform makeovers. These jobs are tracked through the "Career" tab as well as a new mode in Map View that allows players to view "Jobs and Opportunities." Between working on jobs in the community, stylists can work from home with the Styling Stage (available in buy mode) or at the new salon community lot (which also houses the tattoo chair) and try to sell their services to the various Sims that wander in.

Friendly and Charismatic Sims seem to have more success selling their services, but a high painting skill is essential for success. This skill can be acquired in the usual way with the easel, or Sims may use a new object, the Drafting Board, to study new fashions or architectural styles. Studying at the drafting board produces fashion or architecture sketches, which can be hung on the walls or sold like paintings. On occasion, you will be asked to create multiple outfits of the same category for the Sim, to add another outfit, click on the plus sign in makeover mode.

In addition to client fees, stylists are also paid a weekly stipend, which increases from §233 per week to over §800 by level 7. Commission per job ranges from §10 - §1500 and possibly more.

Players need the stylist's studio to work from home as a stylist. It can be found in buy mode under study/hobbies/abilities tab. The unlock outfits cheat allows access to the stylist-exclusive outfits.

Level Name Description Work Time Compensation Performance Factors Perks
(cumulative)
1 Fashion Fledgling Welcome to the world of high style! Be punctual and diligent and you'll be cutting hair and picking fabric swatches for headbands soon enough. When no one is looking you may even be able to get away with giving a fashionable makeover or two!
Days Off
S M T W T F S
Hours
9 AM to 7 PM 09001900
Stipend
§182/week
Promotional Bonus
N/A
Pension
§
Skills
Painting
Responsibilities
Styling

Earnings

Build Portfolio

None


2 Taffeta Trainee Time to sharpen those haircutting scissors because you've gone from sweeping hair trimmings to sculpting upscale updos. Bring a set of fine toothed combs and a bottle of hairspray, and be prepared to critique clothing as needed. Remember to listen to your client's desires. . .as long as they don't ask for a mullet.
Days Off
S M T W T F S
Hours
9 AM to 7 PM 09001900
Stipend
§240/week
Promotional Bonus
N/A
Pension
§
Skills
Painting
Responsibilities
Styling

Earnings

Build Portfolio

None


3 Polka Dot Specialist Crime is everywhere and it's your job to fight it! Sims are mixing polka dots with plaid, stilettos with sweat pants, crew cuts with soul patches. Stop the madness before it overruns the city! But remember - no red shoes until after dark!
Days Off
S M T W T F S
Hours
9 AM to 7 PM 09001900
Stipend
§298/week
Promotional Bonus
N/A
Pension
§
Skills
Painting
Responsibilities
Styling

Earnings

Build Portfolio

Freestyle Makeovers


4 Houndstooth Soothsayer Word of mouth is spreading and you're in demand for the latest fashion advice. Keeping tabs on the 'so next season' up and coming looks will keep you trendy with the wannabe-in-vogue fashion moguls around town. So get out there and show them your style...and theirs!
Days Off
S M T W T F S
Hours
9 AM to 7 PM 09001900
Stipend
§444/week
Promotional Bonus
N/A
Pension
§
Skills
Painting
Responsibilities
Styling

Earnings

Build Portfolio

Can 'Solicit Styling Services' on others during work hours


5 Trendsetter in Training Grab your makeup case, scissors, and some long teeth combs because, whether they know it or not, your next round of clients are going to become trendsetters for the whole town! Just go easy on the mascara because waterproof is so last season.
Days Off
S M T W T F S
Hours
9 AM to 7 PM 09001900
Stipend
§458/week
Promotional Bonus
N/A
Pension
§
Skills
Painting
Responsibilities
Styling

Earnings

Build Portfolio

None


6 In Vogue Virtuoso The long hours are paying off and you're on your way to the top! Keep your portfolio overflowing with the latest looks, and weed out images of yesterday's trends. Move those hemlines and glam it up! Don't be afraid to experiment with plaid. One day you could move from behind-the-scenes to walking the red carpet.
Days Off
S M T W T F S
Hours
9 AM to 7 PM 09001900
Stipend
§700/week
Promotional Bonus
N/A
Pension
§
Skills
Painting
Responsibilities
Styling

Earnings

Build Portfolio

Can now Give Fashion Advice.


7 Haute Hot Shot You are now known in neighboring towns for your keen color combinations and your daring hairstyle modifications. When discerning Sims are looking for fashion advide they come flocking to you. With a little bit of time and some sumptuous lipstick shades you'll transform everyday drab Sims into fashion icons!
Days Off
S M T W T F S
Hours
9 AM to 7 PM 09001900
Stipend
§984/week
Promotional Bonus
N/A
Pension
§
Skills
Painting
Responsibilities
Styling

Earnings

Build Portfolio

You can use the styling station to update clothing, hair, makeup, and accessories.[confirmation needed]


8 Couture Connoisseur You're the must-have stylist of the season and your services come at a premium. Sims line up for your top of the beehive to the soles of the platform shoes makeovers. You are featured in fashion magazines world wide. Your color combinations are setting trends for Sims in faraway locales.
Days Off
S M T W T F S
Hours
9 AM to 7 PM 09001900
Stipend
§1,310/week
Promotional Bonus
N/A
Pension
§
Skills
Painting
Responsibilities
Styling

Earnings

Build Portfolio

None


9 Fashionista All your hard work is paying off and you've nearly reached the top of your profession. Foreign fashion magazines are clamoring for your predictions on next season's trends. Customers are arriving from all over the world hoping to acquire a few hours of your time to help them pick shades of eye shadow. Keep your colors from clashing and your foundations well blended and you'll soon be at the top!
Days Off
S M T W T F S
Hours
9 AM to 7 PM 09001900
Stipend
§1,352/week
Promotional Bonus
N/A
Pension
§
Skills
Painting
Responsibilities
Styling

Earnings

Build Portfolio

Can style Sims at the Salon or purchase own Styling Station to earn extra money.


10 Fashion Phenomenon Congratulations! You've made it to the haute couture hall of fame! You are renowned for the best blowouts, fantastic fittings, and marvelous makeovers. Sims travel from the far corners of the world to seek out your help with making them look glamorous! But with the next season already 'so yesterday', there's always plenty of work for a superstar stylist. Go forth and set the trends of the future!
Days Off
S M T W T F S
Hours
9 AM to 7 PM 09001900
Stipend
§2,306/week
Promotional Bonus
N/A
Pension
§
Skills
Painting
Responsibilities
Styling

Earnings

Build Portfolio

Get the "Stylin'" moodlet forever.



Career Rewards[]

  • Stylist Trophy: Make over 10 sims
  • High Style Ribbon: Make over 50 sims
  • Fashionable Medal: Make over 100 sims
  • Stylist's Key to the Town: Reach Level 10
  • Dazzling Looking Glass: Make over 25 sims after Reach Level 10
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