Taylor Jacobson, stylist Rachel Zoe‘s longtime right-hand-woman, announced on Friday that she’s leaving RZ to strike out on her own.

At long last. Jacobson’s been grumbling about not being able to move up in the company forever, and we’re happy she’s finally taking the leap. There are rumors that she was fired by Zoe, but no one’s been able to back them up.

Here’s a bit of her g’bye note:

After four amazing years at Rachel Zoe Corporation, I’m saddened and exhilarated at the same time to announce my departure. After much thought and consideration, I have decided to take the challenging leap to go off and style on my own.

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