Kilkenny’s fashion fix

Thu, Mar 28, 2013

Spring summer 13 has seen fashion return to basics with classic tailoring, crisp cuts, and neutral palettes re-emerging from the fashion woodwork. Renowned for its simplistic yet feminine approach to design, popular international brand Inwear has a stunning selection of staple separates for your wardrobe, available from Kilkenny stores in Nassau St, Cork, High Street, Galway, and Cashel.

The denim dilemma

Thu, Mar 28, 2013

No wardrobe should be without a good pair of jeans. Whether you prefer a skinny, a wide leg, or a boyfriend cut, jeans are a great staple, especially for the summer (if we ever get one). No matter what way you style them, they are the go-to piece, the old reliable, the never-let-you-down piece. My favourite outfit has always been a pair of dark denim skinny jeans, a white T-shirt, and a blazer, accessorised with scarves and lots of jewellery. It is chic and effortless, and most importantly, classic. Jeans are not always driven by trends, it is about fit and comfort in whatever style works for you. I have talked about denim before, but this time, it is about creating great outfits for the sun, or the rain.

Must have spring shoes trends

Thu, Mar 28, 2013

From colour blocking wedges, metallic detail loafers, to classic monochrome, bright hues, and playful floral, spring footwear trends are certainly out of the ordinary. If neutral shades and classic styles have been coveted looks for the past few seasons, it is time to make room for more audacious styles that will update your wardrobe. Here is a round up of what to look forward to this spring.

Spring into style at Born Clothing

Thu, Mar 28, 2013

Everything is blooming in 2013. The floral print finds a romantic revival this spring and takes on a whole new lease of life.

Reward your healthy lifestyle

Thu, Mar 28, 2013

Keeping healthy is hard work. Every day comes with its own challenges — avoiding birthday cake in work, motivating yourself to go for that run, cravings, and tiredness can all get in the way.

Environmentally friendly electronic cigarettes from MyBrand.ie

Thu, Mar 28, 2013

Experience a whole new way of smoking without all the harmful chemicals associated with traditional cigarettes with My Brand, the environmentally friendly electronic cigarette.

Allergy testing at Care Cure

Thu, Mar 28, 2013

An allergy or intolerance is an acute sensitivity to an otherwise harmless substance, which the immune system confuses with a dangerous infection thereby releasing a surge of histamine, which causes allergic symptoms.

Therapists at Care Cure conduct an extensive allergy test which checks your intolerance/sensitivity of up to 100 food items, food additives, colourings, and preservatives. This test also checks for allergens such as dust mites, pollen, and animal hair.

‘Getting a kidney transplant would be better than winning the Lotto’

Thu, Mar 28, 2013

Joe Walls was in his late thirties when he started to get dizzy spells. He felt exhausted as well. He was doing a FAS course at the time and when he came home in the evening he would be “incredibly tired” and only able to “crash out in front of the television”.

Back to basics

Thu, Mar 21, 2013

Simplicity is the key to looking great this season. Bright and breezy colours, minimal shapes and more relaxed styling are big fashion news, according to Anthony Ryan’s fashion show which showcased the latest looks for spring/summer at The Ardilaun recently.

Waiting list for fat freezing treatment after Xposé visit

Thu, Mar 21, 2013

Therapie Clinic, Galway, has told us that the waiting list for its fat freezing treatment has reached new lengths after TV3’s Xposé showed their interest. Lisa Cannon visited the flagship Therapie Clinic in Dublin last week and did a story on the treatment, sending demand soaring.

The best of online

Thu, Mar 21, 2013

The beauty of how shopping has evolved means that we have almost every brand at our fingertips thanks to e-commerce and online retailers. The most coveted, must-have item can be ours the minute we read about it in a magazine. I have spent the last week between Dublin and London, previewing the best spring summer collections from some of the world’s most famous online shops. Trends like monochrome and print dominate, along with statement accessories, especially in neons, which will inspire a colourful and fun season in fashion.

Enjoy twenty per cent off all childrenswear in Standún this Saturday at the exclusive children’s fashion show

Thu, Mar 21, 2013

Standún, Spiddal, will host a very special event this Saturday from 2pm to 4pm with its exclusive kids’ fashion show. Standún will be showcasing the very best in childrenswear and all the latest trends for children modelled by the children themselves.

Change Sessions – Helping you to confront what is holding you back so that you can move forward

Thu, Mar 21, 2013

Have you ever felt that your problems are too big to overcome? Conquering those inner demons and loving life again can be done when you turn to Change Sessions.

Lifelong fitness at The Coast Club

Thu, Mar 21, 2013

Many stars manage to transform their bodies seemingly overnight. Overweight celebrities, having been lambasted in the popular entertainment magazines, can go from size 16 to size six (and the male equivalent of a 40” waist to size 32”).

Essential health information at the one Day Ayurveda workshop

Thu, Mar 21, 2013

Ayurveda is a natural system of health that educates and empowers patients by helping them to understand health facts and maintain his/her own health and well-being. This is achieved by guiding the user to appreciate thir unique natural physical and psychological make-up and tendencies. By encouraging him/her to make changes in diet, lifestyle, and daily routine, Ayurveda can help prevent, treat, and eliminate both disease and symptoms.

Orna Canavan of Ayurveda Galway will be conducting a one day introductory workshop where attendees will explore their own health situations and make important discoveries that may identify areas that need addressing. They will also study the practise of Ayurveda by taking a look at their own specific Ayurvedic constitution and ways to both improve and sustain better health.

Don’t fight change

Thu, Mar 14, 2013

Now that we have settled into 2013 many of us will have taken a long, hard look at the year gone past and how it impacted on our lives.

Have you heard about Cooltec?

Thu, Mar 14, 2013

Have you heard about the new fat-freezing treatment available at Therapie Clinic, Shop Street, in Galway? TV3's Xpose heard all about it last Wednesday, trying the treatment and featuring it on the show.

Taking care

Thu, Mar 14, 2013

A study was recently performed by Triton showers to determine how we like to clean ourselves. The survey asked 250 people across five locations in Ireland and it was determined that 50 per cent of those surveyed spend a minimum of 10 minutes in the shower with 14 per cent having two showers a day. It is pretty clear that we like to take care of ourselves, especially our hair and skin, which highlighted something to me this week; fashion might be important but we get just a little excited about the world of beauty. The summer is only a couple of months away and so I have been trying and testing some key things to get us in tip top shape for the long awaited holiday.

Spring trends at Don Racine

Thu, Mar 14, 2013

Don Racine stocks all the latest trends. Choose from a wide variety of jeans from labels such as Rant & Rave and NYDJ, teamed with a leather jacket for a ultra chic look. There is also a spring range of jackets and trench coats in store.

The nine to five spring makeover

Thu, Mar 14, 2013

From the power dress to the statement jacket and interesting separates, spring workwear has a smarter and more interesting feel this spring. Flattering silhouettes and wearable key pieces can be matched with your current wardrobe to update it.

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