personal shopping

Do you wish you could go shopping, and feel so good about what’s in your bags, you nearly skip home?

Toronto's favourite Personal Shopper ~ suits you & your budget


You’d head to the change room with armfuls of items that (gasp!) actually fit. And flatter! With price tags you like. You’d try things you’d normally never dream of – and be delighted by the sight in the mirror. Maybe I can pull off a cinched waist and cherry red? After just a couple of hours of looking and trying, you’d finish the adventure by actually buying things. Things you LOVE!


As it stands, you feel frustrated. Even when you find the time to shop for yourself, you can never find anything that works for you. You dread trying clothes on. You know that little voice in your head is going to get loud, and question everything... and you’re going to have to deal with pushy sales people who say everything looks great, even when you know it doesn’t.  


You’ve tried shopping on your own, but you never seem to find exactly what you’re looking for.


I know what it feels like to beat yourself up because you feel like you’ve purchased the “wrong” thing. To bring something home, and have that gut wrenching feeling that you made a bad decision, and you can’t take it back. Or to feel like you have a whole closet full of stuff that is just fine and not a single thing that feels fabulous. It’s completely disheartening!


That’s why I offer the Personal Shopping service ~ so women can feel confident about themselves and what they buy.


"Wendy did a fabulous job helping me outfit my professional wardrobe for the warmer months.  What I appreciated most was her ability to pick out pieces that I might have passed by if I were on my own, thinking they wouldn't look good on me. I was surprised to see how right she was about them suiting my style when I tried them on; thanks Wendy!"  Jen W., Toronto


A Personal Shopper service includes:

  • a 2- or 3-hour (your choice) one-on-one shopping session with your personal shopper at either a mall, or small boutiques around Toronto
  • knowledgeable selection of stores to shop at based on your budget, size, personal style, and interests
  • honest, supportive assessment of why certain items are working for you, and others aren’t
  • a dedicated change room helper so you don’t have to worry about finding someone to get you a new size, or a piece that might work better (we’re a team!)
  • a no-pressure shopping environment - what you buy is ultimately up to you
  • discounts of 10 to 20 percent at participating boutiques


During your session your personal shopper will also open your eyes to:

  • personal style tips that will make shopping and dressing easier
  • how to pair what you buy together into fabulous outfits
  • shopping strategies to make your life easier the next time you’re at the mall on your own


You will save money!

Really, truly and wonderfully. When you have a stylist with you, you only buy the pieces you need and that look outstanding. No more tops in your closet with the tags still attached. No more “encouragement” from sales people who are on commission. Plus, with 10-20% off at participating boutiques, your stylist becomes a very classy coupon! 


When you know you're making the right choices, shopping is so much more fun.

"People are often terrified of Image Consultants, and I would be too after seeing some of these ‘reality’ tv shows, where they are insensitive and are throwing your clothes away! But Wendy? Wendy is a god-send. She focuses on the good; so when she's suggesting clothing/accessories she's making that suggestion off of what would look good/better on you, in the kindest and most entertaining way. Wendy is the BEST!!" Bella, Toronto


A Personal Shopper will fit you perfectly if:

  • you don’t have time to shop for yourself (everyone else seems to come first)
  • the mere thought of shopping makes you feel anxious, and overwhelmed
  • you buy things that you never wear


You may prefer to start with another service if:

  • You’re not really sure what you have, and therefore what you need, and you’re curious about colours that would look good on you too - The REFINED Woman Wardrobe Makeover package might be a better option for you
  • You’ve already got a lot of clothes, but still feel like you have nothing to wear - with Shop Your Closet you will get 30 new outfits from what you currently own


I just wanted to say a 'huge' thank you for the amazing experience on Saturday.  You are such a great shopping partner and spot on with your assessments of my style, while still getting me to expand my horizons the way I always wanted too! I can't believe you could figure that all out so quickly after meeting me. Your service is one I'll be recommending to everyone I meet! I've been raving about you since I left you on Saturday afternoon.” Nancy L., Toronto


3-hours with a Personal Shopper is $450. 

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2-hours with a Personal Shopper is $350. 

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*All prices include travel to your home or shopping destination within 35 kilometers of M6P 2S8 in Toronto.  We ask that clients 40 to 70 kilometers from M6P 2S8 contribute $25 to supplement mileage costs.  If you live 70+ kilometers from M6P 2S8, personalized arrangements may be made.


416.262.4116 ◆ THE REFINERY  shop@therefinery.ca
◆ all prices listed are subject to applicable taxes