This thread is just to post anecdotes ... it's not a "how to" thread.
There are 2 threads (first and second, we close threads after they reach 1000 posts) about how to become a fashion stylist and there is tons of infomation in these threads. If you are serious about becoming a stylist, it's pretty much allready posted through out thses threads. They are here:
All About Becoming a Fashion / Wardrobe Stylist
All About Becoming a Fashion / Wardrobe Stylist #2
There are several other threads of interest to aspiring stylists ... like shooting for your portfolio, finding an agent to rep you, etc. Just use the search function to search this forum (Careers, et al) keyword "stylist".