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My Recent Interview with Epigram's Deputy Style Editor

7/2/2019

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I was recently approached by Jemima Carr-Jones, Deputy Style Editor of Bristol University's Independent Student Newspaper Epigram who was interested in picking my brains on what's it's really like being a Personal Stylist.  We talked about the ups, the downs, my clients and how personal styling is a bit like being a therapist......

"Last week I had the privilege of interviewing Karen Lowe, the Bristol based personal stylist and image consultant responsible for instilling new-found confidence in the lives of men and women across the West Country. Whether you’ve lost your style mojo, find yourself with all the clothes, but nothing to wear, or are simply suffering from a lack of inspiration; Karen champions the power of a well-put-together outfit, offering consultancy and advice about how to reinvigorate your wardrobe... and life.

I started following Karen on Instagram about a year ago and a few months later chanced upon her while shopping in a little boutique in Clifton. We started chatting, thankfully (!), and I have since been lucky enough to have the opportunity to pick her brains about what it's like being a personal stylist.

Bearing in mind that designer brands aren't totally suitable for a student budget, I've had to reluctantly resign myself to the fact that, as stylish as I hope to be, I just don't have the cash to splash. Yes, high-street brands usually look like a lot of the stuff on runway, but I often struggle to find cheaper clothing that is as durable and has the quality which the more upmarket stores offer. At least... this is what I thought until I spoke to Karen. Just from talking to Karen for an hour in Boston Tea Party, I was changed. Despite using clothing predominantly from high-street brands, Karen's outfits are both stylish and well made; something that I couldn't reconcile with the price tag. In my interview with Karen, she reveals how a carefully chosen Primark jumper matched with the right accessories can suddenly look as though it were straight off of the rails of And Other Stories. I am a Karen convert and will now look at clothing through fresh, scrupulous and frugal eyes!  
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25/11/2019 04:49:17 pm

When I was young, I have really admired people who have a great sense of fashion that is why I told myself that I will buy myself a lot of designer’s apparel someday. When I reached this age, I have realized that the brand and looks do not matter at all as long as you can handle it by yourself. I started going into thrift shops and it really makes me happy and yet, contented. It was a thrift act but it was all worth it.

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    Bags are another fetish of mine as are jackets.  Mmm, I also seem to own lots of pairs of black shiny jeans, leggings, leather items........
    I'm also a mum to a daughter who seems to be following in my high heeled footsteps!

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