6 wedding looks for this summer from Heritage Bridal Aberdeen
Kim, 54, previously ran a convenience store in Alford, but switched things up in November last year, taking over the shop previously known as Heritage Boutique.
She got her own wedding dress from the Crown Street store two and a half years ago.
Now, she gets the pleasure of helping brides pick out their own perfect dress for their big day.
'The owner told me she was thinking of selling, and I went home to my husband that day and told him the plan,' she says.
'Running the shop has just been fabulous.'
Grandmother Kim sees part of her job as empowering brides to feel their best.
This is especially important for Kim who has had unpleasant experiences in bridal shops before.
'I went to a shop with one of my friends in Aberdeenshire,' she explains, 'and it was pretty awful.
'She was only allowed to try on three dresses, and there was a lot of pressure.
'I felt so uncomfortable in that shop that it put me off wanting to go into another shop for my own wedding dress.'
Now, Kim makes it her mission to help brides choose a dress they love, no matter how long it takes.
And even if they don't buy it from her.
'I don't want brides to have 'dress regret',' she says.
'Thinking 'I wish I tried on a ballgown, a mermaid or a fitted dress'.
'If a bride comes in here, they will either get their perfect dress or they will leave the shop knowing what style of dress they want.'
Wedding dress for the bride, perfect for visiting the registry office, or a destination wedding.
A simple tea length wedding dress with a sweetheart neckline. The length makes it ideal for a short bride.
This could be styled with added sleeves, a bolero and a belt.
£350
A bridesmaid or wedding guest.
A satin halter neck backless dress.
This satin dress can be accessorised with a fascinator and bag for a guest, or flowers in the hair for a bridesmaid.
£70
A bride.
This preloved custom made dress is a full ballgown with drop sleeves.
This dress has been paired with a single tier lace-edged veil, and a pearl and diamante tiara. Plus a bouquet from Stonehaven-based AngelK Silk Weddings.
£850
Bridesmaid or wedding guest.
This satin dress has a cowl neckline, with spaghetti straps and a crossover back.
This dress can be styled with nude heels and simple gold jewellery. For a bridesmaid, they could add flowers to the hair.
£70
This beautiful dress is for the bride.
This vintage dress has a diamante and pearl bodice, with a light, floaty A-line skirt.
The dress is paired with a full-length pearl veil and a pearl and diamante tiara.
£550
Mother of the bride or wedding guest.
The teal coloured dress from Heritage Bridal Aberdeen is a floral full length V-neck dress.
The dress is styled with a pink fascinator, and a pink or blue bag could be added to the look.
£75.
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