Katie Mann, founder of Intentionally Chic, isn’t just a personal stylist—she’s a life re-aligner. Based in Kansas City and working with clients virtually across the U.S., Katie approaches styling with deep empathy, care, and purpose. For her, it’s never just about clothes. It’s about helping women rediscover who they are and how they want to show up in the world.

A Teacher at Heart, A Stylist by Purpose

Katie’s career didn’t begin in fashion—it started in the classroom. A former teacher, Katie brings that same sense of guidance and support to her styling work today. After having children and experiencing her own transition, she realized how easy it is for women to lose touch with their personal style. “I had a closet full of clothes and nothing to wear,” she said. That feeling of disconnection led her to Stitch Fix, and eventually to founding Intentionally Chic.

Her mission: to help busy women—especially those juggling motherhood, work, and life—feel like themselves again. “Styling isn’t about chasing trends,” Katie says. “It’s about alignment—finding pieces that reflect who you are now and where you’re headed.”

Supporting the Petite Community

Katie didn’t set out to specialize in styling petite women—but it naturally happened. So many of her clients were petite and felt left behind by mainstream fashion. “I’d hear things like, ‘I can’t wear that’ or ‘Nothing fits me,’ and it broke my heart,” she said.

Katie stepped in to change that narrative. She teaches her petite clients how to look past the tag and focus on proportion. From rise and inseam to sleeve placement and waistlines, she helps women shop smarter and dress in ways that make them feel seen and powerful.

One of her favorite myths to debunk? That petite women must be a size 4 or smaller. “Petite is about proportion, not size,” she explains. “You can be any size and still need petite-friendly options.”

The Power of Fit

Katie’s work is both practical and transformative. She helps clients navigate the petite world of online shopping, curate better fit strategies, and feel more confident with every outfit. “It’s not about having more clothes,” she says. “It’s about having the right ones.”

A memorable moment? Helping a client named Julie—5’3”, often confused and discouraged by petite sizing—shift her mindset from frustration to empowerment. Katie gave her a style guide, brand list, and confidence to stop settling for “close enough.” That shift in energy is what fuels her passion.

Katie’s Styling Motto:

“Getting dressed isn’t the most important thing you’ll do today—but it can change how you do everything else.”

What’s Next

Katie’s excited about the growth of the Ever Petite movement and her role in it. She’s continuing to support women who want to feel stylish without overwhelm—and doing it with compassion, intention, and partnership.

Join the Movement

Katie is part of a growing group of stylists creating change for petite women who deserve more—more fit, more inclusion, more joy. The Ever Petite community is where these conversations thrive, and where support, style, and sisterhood collide.

Join us—and see how style can feel less like pressure, and more like power.

Connect with Katie

Want to learn more or work with Katie? Reach out and follow her here:

💻 Website: www.intentionallychic.com

My Take:

The Alignment We Didn’t Know We Needed

I instantly vibed with Katie’s approach—intentional, thoughtful, and rooted in real life. She gets that style isn’t just about looking good—it’s about feeling aligned, seen, and supported. That part where she said, “Getting dressed isn’t the most important thing you’ll do today—but it can change how you do everything else”? Whew. Facts.

What I also love is that Katie didn’t just stumble into working with petite clients—she noticed the gap and made it her mission to fill it. So many petite women feel overlooked, and Katie helps them not just dress their bodies, but reclaim their confidence.

I appreciate that her focus isn’t on adding more clothes to your closet—it’s about making smarter choices, understanding fit, and getting that little boost when you see yourself in the mirror and think, “Yes. This feels like me.”