Charlotte, welcome to Huddle! So you’re not originally from Huddersfield – how did we lure you!?
I was brought here for my partner’s business, Huddersfield has this brilliant mix of creativity, independence and community spirit. It’s a town where people genuinely support local businesses, and there’s a real appreciation for individuality and personal style. It felt like the perfect place to build a business centred around helping people feel good in their homes and wardrobes.
Tell us a bit about your business – how did you get into it?
I work as a wardrobe refresher, house declutter stylist and personal shopper, helping people simplify their spaces, rediscover their style and shop more intentionally. It started quite naturally friends would always ask me to help sort wardrobes, style outfits or organise rooms, and I realised it wasn’t really about “stuff” it was about confidence, clarity and making everyday life feel easier. Turning that into a business felt like a very natural next step.
You must see some really interesting sights, I’m sure you’re very discreet but anything that’s shocked you?
People are always apologising for the state of their homes or wardrobes, but honestly, there’s never any judgement. The thing that surprises me most is how emotional clothes and clutter can be. A wardrobe can hold years of memories, versions of ourselves, confidence issues, big life changes it’s far more personal than people realise.
Who are your favourite type of people to work with?
People who are ready for a reset. I love working with clients who might feel stuck, overwhelmed or disconnected from their style, and helping them get that spark back. The best part is seeing someone stand a little taller because they finally feel like themselves again.
Whose style do you admire in Hudds?
I really admire the women in Huddersfield who dress completely for themselves there’s a quiet confidence to Yorkshire style. It’s less about trends and more about personality, quality and individuality.
If you were going to steal a well known woman’s wardrobe – whose would it be?
I’m more inspired by overall aesthetics and lifestyle than one specific person. I get a lot of outfit inspiration from different cities and from seeing how people style things day to day. I love picking up ideas from travel, street style, cafés, wellness spaces, and different atmospheres. I also tend to take inspiration from brands, Pinterest, and everyday street style rather than celebrities.
What does your ideal weekend look like?
My ideal weekend would start on a Friday with a game of padel at Padel Shed with friends, followed by a girls lunch at The Three Acres. In the evening, I’d head to Honley Cricket Club with my partner and son for family evening.
Saturday would begin with an early reformer Pilates class at Rise or hot yoga at Be Yoga, with a coffee stop at Arc in Skelmanthorpe along the way. The afternoon would be for a canal walk, followed by drinks at zapato and pizza at Anello.
Sunday would start with breakfast at Field, then a woodland walk, a local drink at the woodman and a good family film to properly unwind before the week starts again.
What does success look like to you?
Freedom and balance. Building a business that genuinely helps people while still having time for family, friends and the things I enjoy. If clients leave feeling lighter, more confident and less overwhelmed, that feels like success to me.
Your favourite bar or restaurant in Huddersfield?
The Grove in town is really quirky with a great atmosphere.
Med-One is fantastic for authentic flavours.
O’Brien’s has a great selection of beers.
Devour has a beautiful setting and lovely ambience.
Norman’s is absolutely delicious.
Arcade in Byram Arcade for breakfast and lunches (100% best hot chocolate in town)
Oi Dumplings is a favourite for amazing dumplings and relaxed dining.
Give me three words to sum up Huddersfield…..
Community
Welcoming
Independent
If you need Charlotte in your life (I 100% need her in mine) you can find here here…. CoH
