Back to college at Born Clothing

Thu, Aug 30, 2012

It is time to prep your ever expanding wardrobe for the crisp weather this autumn. First on my list of must haves for A/W 2012 are those scrumptious slightly sheer knits that are so versatile and easy to wear. The sheer knit is perfect for layering — team with an oversized tank and funky printed scarf (available at Born Clothing for only €16.95), perfect for that laid back college look. Why wear one amazing piece when you can mix it up, contrast colour and texture for that quirky edge?

The real deal this weekend at Matt O’Flaherty chemists

Thu, Aug 30, 2012

If you want to pamper yourself this week, book a makeover at any Matt O’Flaherty chemist.

Galway salon acknowledged as first class for hair colour expertise

Thu, Aug 30, 2012

Lisa McGrath accredited with master colour programme

The school run

Thu, Aug 30, 2012

There is so much going on this time of the year, between the end of the holidays and organising the children for the back to school rush. Choosing what to wear for the daily run to school can often become a chore, but with a few key pieces you can look chic when taking your children to school.

Saving face

Thu, Aug 30, 2012

How do you face the passing years? With dread? Or are you deeply philosophical about the whole thing and realise each year or indeed decade brings something extra to your life, a new awareness of yourself, of your sense of style and attitude to life?

Flawless skin and cellulite free body, the secret is out

Thu, Aug 23, 2012

Therapie Clinic has discovered the secret to flawless skin and a cellulite free body. Beauty regimes will never be the same again, once you discover the benefits of the Dr Murad range of products, exclusively available at Therapie Clinics in Ireland, including Therapie Clinic on Shop Street in Galway.

Áibhéil of Adare to hold one-day bridal sale

Thu, Aug 23, 2012

Saturday September 1 is the final sale at Áibhéil of Adare for 2012. This sale is for one day only, so be sure to set this day aside to go to Adare and find your dream dress for much less. There is no appointment required on this sale day, and of course, you can try on dresses, buy them on the day, and take them with you.

Dresses will be on sale from the 2012 collections from the best bridal designers worldwide, including Pronovias, Ian Stuart, Manuel Mota, La Sposa, David Fielden, Ritva Westenius, Toi Couture, Maggie Sottero, Paloma Blanca, and Mikaella, to view some of these go to www.adarebridal.ie where on the special offers section you will see some of what will be on offer. On sale day there will be lots more with starting prices from as little as €200.

Take care of yourself

Thu, Aug 23, 2012

You might have heard through my cryptic Twitter updates, or just through the grapevine, that I am getting married later this year. Since I began planning the all important aspects, ie, dress and shoes, I have also embarked on a beauty buzz — that is an all-encompassing term in my mind to include skin prep, fitness, and my overall wellbeing. My skin has been a long standing enemy of mine. We do not get on and upset each other on a regular basis. It hates make-up, although wearing make-up on a daily basis comes with the territory in which I work, it has a penchant for turning a horrendous shade of red at the sight of any form of body moisturiser or deodorant, and when I really don't want it to, it decides to break out. Some might say that these are small problems but when you have been trying for a lifetime to find and stick with products which maintain a balance in skin tone and its temperamental behaviour, it gets a little bit stressful. So on the wedding planning adventure, I have found some great products for all kinds of beauty emergency or general routine to share.

Treat yourself this autumn at the Square Spa at Hotel Meyrick with fantastic value pamper treatments

Thu, Aug 23, 2012

Level 5 at the luxurious four-star Hotel Meyrick is an oasis of calm at the heart of Galway city where this autumn you can treat yourself to a selection of amazingly seductive treatments at fantastic special offers.

Acupuncture and the menopause

Thu, Aug 23, 2012

For Chinese women, hot flashes and night sweats are uncommon experiences, and very few of them are ever put on hormone replacement therapy by their doctors. It is an interesting fact that only 10 per cent of Asian women experience noticeable menopausal symptoms, compared with 75 per cent of the women in the Western world. What explains the difference between the typical Chinese woman s experience of menopause and the typical Western woman’s experience?

Mindfulness can be the key to good health

Thu, Aug 23, 2012

If you are affected by stress, anxiety, depression, or chronic pain, mindfulness may offer the help you have been looking for. Esker Retreat House in Athenry will host a day-long mindfulness retreat on Sunday August 26. You will learn how to calm your busy mind and free yourself from discursive thoughts, mental chatter, stress and worries.

Girls are born to rock

Thu, Aug 16, 2012

It is time to channel your inner rock star. Leather jackets are a trend that will never fade, they can be found on the catwalk each season. Celebrities such as Alexa Chung and Cheryl Cole are regularly papped in their fitted leather jackets and skinny biker jeans. This look is timeless and can be carried from autumn through winter. Leather jackets can be rather pricey but fear not, BORN Clothing stocks a wide range of PU leather jackets ranging from €39.95 to €179.95.

Seven ways to boost your immune system

Thu, Aug 16, 2012

Our immune system is our body’s defence mechanism. When our health is threatened it works at full power to fight off any invaders, such as bacteria or viruses.

The colours of autumn

Thu, Aug 16, 2012

A love of intense colours was seen on the autumn collections. From powerful purple and passionate red to cobalt blue and the return of black, autumn shades are going to revive our wardrobes and make us look forward to the arrival of the new season.

Learn to swim with Braemor Swimming Club

Thu, Aug 16, 2012

You can learn to swim at any age. Braemor SC’s swimming course for adults and teenagers will begin next week with classes nightly at 8pm from Monday August 20. This is a quick and easy way to learn to swim.

Embrace every hair trend this autumn with added nourishment from Viviscal Maximum Strength

Thu, Aug 16, 2012

Every woman likes to experiment with her hair, and what better time to try something new than at the start of a new season.

Lose two stone in ten weeks with diet, exercise, and metabolism correction

Thu, Aug 16, 2012

There are three keys to a genuine weight loss (real fat loss) plan — diet, exercise, and metabolism correction. All three keys interconnect — one will not work without the other.

The nine to five

Thu, Aug 09, 2012

We all experience the feeling first thing on a Monday morning, dragging yourself out of bed, jumping in the shower, and then opening the wardrobe doors asking the same question: What will I wear? The traditional work wear attire consisted of the standard suit, for both men and women. For women, that has changed somewhat; the suit is disappearing and in come dresses and separates, which in essence, are far more flattering and comfortable to wear all day. That is not to say that dress policies specify what we can and cannot wear to work, so make sure you familiarise yourself with this before taking on any fashion experiments at work.

Paraffin – Galway’s newest menswear store

Thu, Aug 09, 2012

Paraffin Store, Galway’s newest menswear store, has landed in Galway. First established in 2009 in Tralee, Paraffin Store quickly established itself as a leading outlet for men's clothing. Paraffin Store is known for its cutting edge products that are offered at realistic and affordable prices. The Galway store can be found on Level 1 in the Eyre Square Shopping Centre.

Notes for the season

Thu, Aug 09, 2012

Lisa Lane
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