I’m really delighted to say that my style feature has been published on today’s Irish Examiner! It’s about dressing for your age. Check it out – it’s on p9! You can catch the feature (without the images from the print edition) here on the Irish Examiner website.
Many of us are suffering from some form of restlessness having spent the holidays couped up by the fire, indulging our every whim. You can indeed have too much of a good thing. Put on a warm jacket and get out for a brisk walk! Walking has so many benefits. It’s free, it’s gentle on
I’ve been contemplating the whole ‘Imitation is the sincerest form of flattery’ concept recently. It’s an interesting observation, one originally coined by British writer Charles Caleb Colton around the turn of the 19th Century. When someone goes to the trouble of mimicking your style do you take it as a compliment, intended or otherwise? Does
With such a selection of faux fur in the shops today, there’s no excuse for buying the real thing. Faux fur (also known as fun fur or fake fur) was developed in 1929 as a cheaper, more easily-maintained and cruelty-free alternative to natural animal fur. The fabric, made from acrylic and polyester blends, took on
A warm coat is what you’ll be seen most in this winter so it’s always worth finding one you love. The weather has just changed for the worse so no better time to show off a selection to satisfy different tastes and budgets. Light Grey Leatherette Trim Coat, £60 www.debenhams.com BKE Lace Coat, $85 www.buckle.com Azure
Inject some pink into your wardrobe to help lift these oppressive, long dark days. Representing calmness, beauty, health and universal love, pink is not just for Barbie or summer. From puce, hot and shocking to powder, baby and blush, pink goes a treat with grey, back and brown. Ann Harvey Pink Gold Edge Clutch, $24
The phrase ‘Investment Buy’ has been increasingly bandied about on fashion programmes and magazines since the onset of the recession. It describes a piece of clothing, accessory or footwear which offers great value in the long term. The amount spent on investment pieces varies greatly but generally speaking, items costing in excess of €200 are
Trick-or-treat in style with these ghoulish Halloween-inspired pieces… Old Navy Women’s Halloween print Socks, $3 www.oldnavy.gap.com Skull And Cross Brooch Pack, $28 www.topshop.com French Connection Bird Skull Ring, $31 www.asos.com Just Female Top Skull Tee Walnut, €45 www.welikefashion.com Viva Vena Breton Dress, £60 www.oxygenboutique.com Alexander McQueen Gold Twin Skull bangle, £160 www.harveynichols.com Delicious Freaks Magic
The word ‘peplum’ is derived from the Greek word for tunic and has a number of meanings including ‘Short overskirt that is usually attached to a fitted jacket, blouse or dress.’ (www.wikipedia.org). It made its debut in the 19th Century and was often referenced in poetry and fashion books. The design regained popularity in the
Attract money, business, relationships, peace and happiness at Moira Geary of Mind Experts Academy’s ‘Wealthy Minds’ retreat. Location: The Retreat Centre, Barna, Pallasgreen, Co. Limerick Dates: Nov 4th, 5th and 6th 2011 It promises to be a really exciting and inspirational weekend. Margaret Naughton, Ireland’s only Heart Math Practitioner will also be sharing her expertise