Head Over Heels with Milliner Rosie Olivia

A few weekends ago at the launch of exclusive South Liverpool hair salon Matt Cox, young business lady and milliner Rosie Olivia  was described in conversation as ‘Liverpool’s best kept secret’. Now, as a wedding blogger, I only love secrets if I’m in on them, so I contacted Rosie, who in turn, kindly invited me to view her collection at her home-based studio and showroom. I, of course accepted, at the drop of a hat!

Rosie graduated last summer at Nottingham Trent University with a First Class (BA) Hons degree in decorative arts. Having completed internships with milliners Stephen Jones and Philip Treacy, and a millinery course at London based Central Saint Martins College of Art and Design, Rosie realised her dream career was to work in the millinery industry.

So last weekend I met Rosie and was truly fascinated by her enthusiasm and raw talent. Her showroom was adorned with beautiful, bespoke creations; hand-made designs with Rosie’s unique stamp on. “All hats are hand-made, designed and created by myself. They are really different and unique due to the fabrics and trimmings that I use. If you’re looking for something different, stylish but out-of-the-ordinary, you know where to come!” And stylish they certainly are. Forget the dated fascinators favoured by the likes of Kate Middleton et al, Rosie’s are on trend, en vogue, and perfect for any fashion conscious bride, wedding guest, or racegoer!  Perfect for any occasion.

“I offer a bespoke service which starts at £120 depending on what it is that the client would like. I work closely with the customer to make sure it is exactly the right colour, size and style that they are after.”

Rosie launched Rosie Olivia online at Christmas. “It has been the most exciting and hectic couple of months! I am naturally really creative and am so happy to be pursuing a career in what I love doing best. The business side of things is all new which is a challenge but I find it so satisfying when I make a hat for a client and it’s exactly what they want. Best feeling!”

Prices range from £80 - £380

For a sneak preview of Rosie’s collection, and a chance to win one of her designs, Rosie is attending Radio City’s Cash for Kids Pre Aintree Ladies Day Lunch on Thursday 24th March 2011 at uber stylish Palm Sugar Tickets are £25 and include a cocktail on arrival, a fabulous buffet provided by Chaophraya  and a glass of wine. 12pm – 4pm.

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