A stray text message almost ruined Karen and Miles big day, but the Married at First Sight couple bounced into an easy rhythm once the phones were put away.
It's only natural for a bride to get cold feet, especially one who agreed to marry a complete stranger in less than two weeks time. But strangely, it was the knowledge of her future spouse's identity, not the lack of it, that spurred her runaway bride spiral. Just moments before the wedding, Karen's bridesmaid accidentally received a text from a friend with the name of the arranged match, Miles. Doing what any one in her position would do, she immediately stalked his Instagram, learning his job, friends, and appearance.
Overcome with emotions and hesitation, Karen, 30, had a candid conversation with a producer. She said, "I know who he is, I know what he does, and he's not really my type." After taking a moment to sift through her feelings, she decided to go through with the wedding. Meanwhile, Miles, four years her junior, couldn't have been more sure about his decision to dedicate himself fully to the stranger standing at the altar.
Still wired with nerves, Karen came clean about how she didn't exactly marry Miles sight unseen. He was already smitten, noting her smile, beauty, and sweetness as qualities that won him over. She was less so in the beginning, assuming him to be overtly emotional based on his Instagram stories. Though Miles was jealous about Karen's "head start" on meeting him, he turned the leaked identity scandal into an endearing ice-breaking moment the couple would laugh about during their post-nuptials alone time.
Karen's apprehension to wed Miles is understandable given her past undesired relationship experiences. But she took the risk of arranged marriage to overcome her walls, and Miles could be the exact remedy to her problems in love. Karen's Married at First Sight nickname is Ms. Reservations, hitting the nail on the head in regards to her generally cautious nature. Miles, on the other hand, approached the experiment with an unwavering, yet mindful confidence that could greatly balance his wife's nature. Miles' infectious kindness could also coax Karen from her shell, making her feel comfortable throughout the stressful adjustment period soon to come in later episodes.
If comparing all the couples on their likeliness to succeed, Karen and Miles are clearly front-runners. Brett's constant flirting and bad boy behavior already spells trouble for his chances with the sweet Olivia. Woody's party persona is sure to create some good times with bride Amani, but it doesn't seem as though he is quite ready to settle down and leave the parties behind. Christina already appears turned off by the Married at First Sight process in general, and it's unclear whether Henry's shy and reserved personality will be able to help her through it.
When it comes to compatibility, oddball couple Amelia and Bennett are heavy competition, but this quirky couple lacks a key to marital longevity: balance. The pair are both majorly invested in the arts, own their idiosyncratic personalities, and fall into love easily. But there is such a thing as being too similar, and this couple's eerie sameness could be their undoing. If Karen is able to open herself up to Miles, and Miles continues to lead with kindness and understanding, these two could be the underdog couple of season 11.