Style Savvy

Style Savvy is played by holding the DS sideways and primarily utilizes the touch screen for input. The main gameplay loop consists of buying clothing, then selling it to customers at the player's boutique based on their tastes. The boutique can also be managed by changing the music and interior, creating ads to send to customers, holding sales, and dressing mannequins. There are various other activities available, including customizing the player character's hair and makeup, getting their picture taken during outings, and advancing the game's story by participating in fashion contests. The activities, customers, and clothing available are determined by the system date when the game is launched.

Style Savvy is a primarily single-player game with local multiplayer features. Using the DS's wireless communication features, players can visit other players' boutiques, trade flyers, and compete against one another in fashion contests. During the service life of Nintendo Wi-Fi Connection, players could also open a separate shop for online play and visit other players' shops.

Style Savvy received "mixed or average reviews" according to Metacritic. It also—despite the lack of features compared to its sequels—has an addictive gameplay loop, and is refreshing if you are a fan of fashion according to Nintendo Life.