When Danielle Huppe moved from the fast-paced fashion world of New York to Kansas City a few years ago, she didn’t leave her style instincts behind. Instead, she brought with her a deep passion for personal expression, a heart for community, and over 20 years of industry experience. The result is The Style Approach, a Kansas City-based styling company built on the belief that fashion should be personal, empowering, and accessible to all.
“While fashion has always been a part of my journey, my first love has always been community and connection,” says Danielle. “I use fashion as a tool to build both and bridge community and fashion. To me, it’s never just about clothes—it’s about the stories we tell through what we wear and how that creates real, human connection.
“That love of self-expression sparked a career that’s spanned over 20 years. I studied the business of fashion in college, became certified in wardrobe styling, image consulting, and fashion event production, and worked across many corners of the industry, from retail and product development to New York Fashion Week, editorial shoots, and one-on-one client work. I created The Style Approach with a clear purpose: to help clients feel powerful, seen, and completely themselves in what they wear. Whether it’s editing their closet, curating a look for a big moment, or just helping them fall back in love with getting dressed, my goal is to make style personal, expressive, and joyful again.”
Danielle has created a variety of services that meet people exactly where they are. Some of her most popular services are the Wardrobe Cleanse and Wardrobe Style Out services.
“There’s something so powerful about starting the day with a closet that feels clear, intentional, and aligned with who you are right now. It brings peace, confidence, and clarity. What I love about the edit is that we’re not starting from scratch. I help clients shop their own closet, minimizing waste and getting creative with the pieces they already own. Sometimes, clients have amazing items they’ve collected over time, but they don’t know how to pull them together or wear them in multiple ways. That’s where I come in!”
Her work also extends into the professional world, especially for Kansas City’s growing population of entrepreneurs and small business owners. Her Image Curator Package focuses on aligning appearance with purpose, whether someone is launching a business, stepping into a new leadership role, or simply refining their public presence. She helps them shape a visual identity that tells their story before they ever say a word.
“I love helping entrepreneurs here in Kansas City shape how they visually show up to the world. We go beyond clothes—it’s about curating a look that matches the narrative you’re stepping into. Kansas City has such an inspiring entrepreneurial spirit, and I feel lucky to be part of this supportive community that celebrates bold new chapters.”
Every client begins with a Style Discovery Consultation where a conversation is had about lifestyle, goals, and how they currently feel about fashion.
“Some clients love clothes but are unsure about their style. Others don’t want to think about it at all, they just want smart, elevated options and just do not have the spare time. From there, I use tools like color analysis and body shape guidance to help them understand what truly flatters. My process blends the influence of global fashion runways with real-life practicality. Every session is personal, relaxed, and a little bit of fun, like a confidence date with your best stylist friend. I personally know the power and confidence that goes from feeling good in your clothes.”
From seasonal updates to personalized shopping experiences, her service menu is designed to be both flexible and approachable. With an emphasis on supporting Kansas City’s own fashion designers and boutiques, her personal shopping services prioritize local style with intention. For those looking to refine their wardrobe and elevate their everyday image, her most comprehensive offering, the Image Curator package, includes everything from closet editing to full-scale personal shopping and image consulting, tailored for both professional and personal impact.
As a mother of four, Danielle knows how easy it is to lose yourself in the busyness of life, but she also knows the impact of starting your day feeling confident and seen. Her hope is to remind her clients that their wardrobe can be a source of strength, clarity, and celebration.
In addition to her styling work, she remains deeply connected to her roots in community-building. She serves on the board of Fashion Group International Kansas City and is passionate about supporting local creatives and businesses. She also plans to relaunch Style for Purpose, a charitable initiative she began in New York that provides fashion empowerment events to women in shelters right here in Kansas City.
No matter the service, Danielle brings the same heart and intentionality to every session.
“Style should feel like a celebration, not a chore. Getting dressed should light you up and it should be something that reflects you. Your wardrobe begins and ends your day. It deserves to feel just as good as your morning coffee or your favorite health regimen. I always say know your body type, understand your color palette, but also trust your joy. Wear the pieces that make you feel something.
“Style has the power to start conversations, spark confidence, and remind you of who you are. And that’s really what I’m here to help with: to walk alongside them in that journey and reflect back their greatness, through their wardrobe.”
For more information, visit thestyleapproach.com.
Article by Allison Swan
Photography by Janie Jones
Originally published in Johnson County City Lifestyle