Award-winning designers at the Galway Hat Shop

Thu, Apr 18, 2013

Winner of 2013 Milliner of the Year Award, Martha Lynn, will be showcasing her creations all this week at the Galway Hat Shop. The annual Golden Egg Fashion Innovation Awards were held in the Radisson Blu Hotel where leading designers and fashion students showcased their work all hoping to win one of the prestigious awards.

Enjoy great hair days at Cilla's Hair Flair

Thu, Apr 18, 2013

Cilla's Hair Flair, located in Queen B (beside Mocha Beans), Liosban Estate, Tuam Road, Galway, opened in March with Priscilla Fahy at the helm.

Gustav’s spring summer collection at Kilkenny

Thu, Apr 18, 2013

This season Danish fashion powerhouse Gustav brings you fashion to gush over with its stunning new spring summer range, available now in Kilkenny shops in Dublin, Galway, and Cork.

Combat depression with Care Cure acupuncture

Thu, Apr 18, 2013

Depression can be a particularly sensitive condition. If you have never experienced mental illness, it can be all too easy to dismiss this crippling condition as someone’s bad day. Depressed individuals typically suffer from insomnia, crying spells, anxiety, worry, poor memory, lack of interest, and stomach disturbances.

Roy Keane seeks Galwegians to help Irish Guide Dogs for the Blind

Thu, Apr 18, 2013

Irish soccer legend Roy Keane is calling on Galwegians to take part in the 11th Annual Shades fundraiser for Irish Guide Dogs for the Blind.

Eight ways to beat fatigue

Thu, Apr 18, 2013

1.Try to get a good night’s sleep. It rejuvenates the mind and body. Many people who complain of tiredness are not sleeping enough. Persistent lack of sleep leads to fatigue, irritability, tension and inefficiency.

The catwalk look

Thu, Apr 11, 2013

Being a fashion week regular, I am very lucky to see, first hand, what we can expect from trends to colours, a season in advance. Back in September I sat at numerous shows including Issa, John Rocha, and Topshop Unique, getting the lowdown on spring summer 2013. Now that it is here, I have seen all those trends like monochrome and sports luxe translate to the high street. But let’s start at the beginning and take a closer look at those who create the trends we now find in our wardrobes.

David Martin launches new e-voucher

Thu, Apr 11, 2013

David Martin Hairdressing Group has just launched a new e-voucher, making it easier than ever to treat a loved one to a gift voucher. Simply contact the branch at New Dock Street, Galway, and you can order a gift voucher from the comfort of your own home and receive it in a matter of minutes. You can choose to have the voucher emailed to you, or directly to the recipient with your own personal message included.

Colour me gorgeous

Thu, Apr 11, 2013

Colours have the power to lift up our wardrobes and spirits, and that is one of the many reasons I love spring so much. The freshness of pastel shades and the vibrant impact of strong hues, make us feel rejuvenated and beautiful. Strong colour palettes have been highlighted throughout the spring/summer collections and four dominant shades are the starlets of the season. Colours are vibrant and wearable. Whether you want to be confident in red, playful in cobalt, or seductive in pink, you can now wear these colours head-to-toe or toned down with soft patterns and neutral hues. Here is a round-up of the must-have colours to create your spring capsule wardrobe.

Hayfever - natural help is at hand

Thu, Apr 11, 2013

Does spring bring with it the miseries of hay fever? If you have the yearly running nose, watering eyes, and sneezing problems, it can spoil anything from football to a walk in the local park. You can control these symptoms with conventional medicine but as soon as it wears off, the problem returns, often year after year.

Sans Soucis now available at Salthill Pharmacy

Thu, Apr 11, 2013

Sans Soucis uses natural spring water sourced in Baden-Baden, Germany, in its products. The water is rich in trace elements and minerals and gives the products their strength, soothing and healing powers.

Cancer fighting, health, vitality, and weight loss juicing workshop

Thu, Apr 11, 2013

Juice therapy is a growing phenomenon that is sweeping the nation, but do you really know what to juice, how much to actually consume, and what juices work best for what? This workshop offers the answers to all the above, you will learn how to juice, what juicer is best for you, and how much and how often you need to have juices in order to heal.

Your metabolism — your weight loss master switch

Thu, Apr 11, 2013

System 10 transforms weight loss by focusing on the most important key of all – your metabolism, which changes everything.

Give your skin a lift

Thu, Apr 11, 2013

Does your skin need a boost? Is it showing the effects of winter and too many late nights?

Jean jeanius

Thu, Apr 11, 2013

Pepe Jeans delivers a style-savvy mix of global looks for spring/summer. An explosion of eye-catching prints and a carnival of colours, whimsical dresses, cut-off shorts, and gauzy tops are the keynotes of this collection.

Tailored style

Thu, Apr 11, 2013

Step into style this spring with the latest collection from Luke Lovely at the Kilkenny shop.

Dress for success

Thu, Apr 11, 2013

Give your shift dress a slick and seasonal update with one of the season’s top fashion accessories.

Fun in the sun

Thu, Apr 11, 2013

Are you longing for a break in the sun or just hoping that our Irish summer will be one to remember for all the right reasons? If so, then sun protection will be high on your priority list.

Aldi’s suncare range will keep you protected while having fun in the sun this summer. Suitable for all skin types, this high performance range provides complete protection for the whole family and is a beach bag essential.

Hands Up

Thu, Apr 11, 2013

As the time comes to discard our gloves and winter woolies (we hope!) it is important that we do not unveil hands with dry, chapped skin.

Celeb versus fashion

Thu, Apr 04, 2013

No fashion brand these days is without a celebrity collaboration. Not that this kind of endorsement is needed for the high street brands, but between guest designers, or just famous faces of campaigns, celebrity engagement with the fashion industry is at its peak. Coming into summer, we have seen a plethora of famous faces get stylish, from Beyoncé to Miranda Kerr; so if you want to get your hands on some hot summer pieces here are the ones to watch.

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