Notes for the season

llane@brownthomas.ie

Running to a meeting in BT’s last week, I tried to dash past the lingerie department, but to quote the Clash, I had an “If I go with there be trouble? If I stay will it be double?” moment. I stayed. Ciara, lingerie fitter extraordinaire, was giving an impromptu lesson in lingerie session. Catching the tail end, I was intrigued to learn about the latest must-have secret weapon sweeping the fashion world - skinny britches. Who knew? A super lightweight version of spanks, they have amazing compression powers and because they are laser cut, you have no unsightly bulges ruining the line of your dress. Talk about revolutionary. Completely seamless, annoying twisting is a thing of the past. But the best part is they now come in a high waisted version.

Kilkenny’s Fashion Fix Gabs handbags

This week’s fashion fix brings you arm candy from top international label Gabs, an essential for any fashionista.

The beautiful Gabs collection consists of four-in-one style bags, transforming into a bowler, tote, shopper, and neat handbag simply by folding various sections of the bag, perfect for a busy woman on the go. These innovative Italian bags are versatile, practical, and super stylish. Made with real leather, Gabs bags come in a variety of funky shades and are a fantastic investment buy for your wardrobe.

Going underground

Would you ever consider opening your home to paying diners? Have you ever visited a 'secret' restaurant? Did you know that such a thing existed right here under your very noses? Well, the underground food scene in Galway is alive and lives in Spanish Arch. This is the location of The Nutmeg Feast, you could call it a restaurant or supper club, a ‘guestaurant’, or a paying dinner party.

While these type of establishments are nothing new, having been to the Cuban equivalent, a paladare, while in Havana, the home of the guestaurant. The one thing to keep in mind is that these events are not for the fussy eater. There is only one menu and, dietary restrictions and allergies aside, you must be willing to try what is put in front of you, no matter what that might be.

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