Get Gorgeous - with top stylist Karen Oliver
Helping you shine on your big day....
Karen Oliver is Ayrshire's answer to Trinny and Susannah. A graduate from
London College of Fashion, she has worked with Vivienne Westwood in London, and
was a senior buyer for Original Shoe Co.
She now provides personal styling and shopping support to a wide range of clients from all walks of life. Whether you need a complete bridal makeover, help with your honeymoon wardrobe or just a little advice on co-ordinating your bridesmaids outfits, Karen offers practical help, whatever your budget.
Marion...
48 year old care home worker, Marion Scott, from Kilmarnock, wanted
a stylish new look for her daughter, Heather's, wedding in July
without looking old beyond years or worse, like mutton dressed as lamb!
You can be a sophisticated mother of the bride without looking old fashioned, Advises Karen.
Shop around and visit stores you wouldn't normally go into when
looking for your outfit, you may be pleasantly surprised. Dresses are everywhere this season, and offer a modern alternative
to the two piece suit. Karen chose Marion a gorgeous bronze satin dress
from Cove boutique. For chillier summer evenings a delicate
pashmina or beaded shawl is a glamour cover up. The metallic
look is still really hot just now, says Karen, however the warm copper
tones in this dress are much more flattering than the starker silver
and gold's on the high street. Sexy, sparkly heels with co-ordinating
clutch bag and shimmering beaded bracelets pull the whole look together
complementing Marion's sun kissed complexion and blonde highlights.
The result is a chic polished look perfect for a modern mother
of the bride.
Heather...
Hairdresser, Heather Scott, 24, is no stranger to fashion working in one of
Kilmarnock's most prestigious salons, and was keen to try something different for her wedding to Jonathan Eccrici
this summer. Karen chose a beautiful cream coloured gown from Diane Honeymoon, which looked stunning
on our naturally gorgeous bride. A fitted bodice gives Heather's slim frame definition
and the pearl beaded embroidery on the neckline highlights her features.
The ruffles of duchess satin and long train are simply stunning, creating a fairytale
look befitting a princess. A simple heart necklace made from Swarovski Crystal catches
the light and is in keeping
with the romantic image. Heather's long dark hair was swept up in a natural
soft style, with a few tendrils left to frame her face. A bejewelled tiara and
opulent cathedral length veil completes Heather's breathtakingly beautiful bridal look.
