Cool off duty looks

Thu, Aug 29, 2013

Whether you are out and about with the children, meeting up with family, or looking for a weekend go-to, your off duty wardrobe should remain should comfy and timeless but with a little edge. The key is to choose modern separates that will never date: classic leather jacket, skinnies, flats, and jumper. The off duty cool look is easy to create and manage.

Swarovski sparkles in Fallers Jewellers

Thu, Aug 29, 2013

Swarovski, the brand synonymous with luxury, elegance, and sparkle, is now available in Fallers Jewellers.

What's in my wardrobe

Thu, Aug 29, 2013

I am always asked where I like to shop, what I invest in, and have I any fashion dislikes. These are difficult questions to answer given that fashion constantly changes and, naturally, so do I. Being surrounded by fashion on a daily basis does open your eyes to new things, new trends, and new styling tips, but I tend to stay true to the pieces I like to wear and that suit my shape. I have essentially been wearing the same ‘go-to’ outfit for years, but change this each season with new colours, shapes, and lots of accessories. So what is the outfit? Well let me break it down for you.

It's good to share at dela restaurant

Thu, Aug 29, 2013

As Cava rises phoenix-like from the flames on Middle Street in the city centre, its old lodgings have been given a makeover into a Scandi-style eatery known as dela. On walking in the door, it is impossible for any regular of the previous occupant not to compare one to the other. The layout is pretty much the same, there is a lunch-time deal of soup and a sandwich with coffee for €10 just like the old days, and they have patatas bravas on the menu, but then again, who doesn't these days? And there ends the similarities, as they are as different as the proverbial chalk and a sharing plate of Sheridan's cheese.

Back to school headache

Thu, Aug 29, 2013

Back to school time can also mean migraine time for the one in 10 children in Ireland who suffer from this complex neurological condition.

Four hundred turn out for Club Vitae 5k Coast Road Run

Thu, Aug 29, 2013

Close to 400 people took part in the Club Vitae 5k Coast Road Run, which took place last week in aid of Western Alzheimer’s.

Aid pregnancy with Care Cure Acupuncture & Chinese Medicine

Thu, Aug 29, 2013

Care Cure Acupuncture & Chinese Medicine clinic believes that a lot of conditions associated with pregnancy arise from low stomach energy. Traditional Chinese medicine practitioners aim to strengthen the energetic function of the stomach meridian and correct any underlying problems.

Ten tips for a healthy life

Thu, Aug 29, 2013

1. Exercise. People who exercise regularly have raised levels of infection fighting cells in their blood, they also have more energy. A daily exercise routine, even a short walk, will help ward off seasonal sniffles, create feelings of wellbeing, help you reduce tension and relax. Aim for 30 minutes a day, ideally.

De Burgo’s mansion

Thu, Aug 29, 2013

This wonderful photograph, dated c1865, shows a carved stone doorway in Market Street, an interesting example of Renaissance work, almost certainly earlier than the Browne Doorway.

The Prince finds true love...

Thu, Aug 29, 2013

After his visit to Britain and Ireland, from 1826 -1828, Prince Hermann, Furst Von Puckler-Muskau returned to Germany, and wrote about his travels with great good humour and vigour. His book, Tour of a German Prince (published in 1830, in four volumes), was an instant success. Translated into English the following year it was a best seller, and a topic of conversation, in both England and America.

Back to school — style must-have for teachers

Thu, Aug 22, 2013

Back to school shopping does not have to be all about the kids. A practical and stylish wardrobe can help set the tone for a teacher's year. Update your teaching wardrobe with comfortable and practical pieces which will ensure you always look good.

A safe solution for whiter teeth at White Smile Clinic

Thu, Aug 22, 2013

Are you sick of having yellow and stained teeth? Like most people, you have probably vowed at some point to get your teeth whitened but remain unconvinced that your money will be well spent. After all, the cost of treatment can range from €10 for simple whitening toothpaste to as much as €1,200 for a de luxe laser treatment.

Delicious deli treats at the g Counter

Thu, Aug 22, 2013

This new cafe and deli based in Wellpark Retail Park caused quite a lot of excitement when it opened four months ago and now has just about found its groove. Next to the back door of the g Hotel and directly across from the Eye Cinema, it instantly scores brownie points with some of the only free parking in the city and no booking required.

The Beauty Quarters - Oranmore’s newest skincare and beauty specialists

Thu, Aug 22, 2013

Specialising in everything from massages to facials, waxing to tanning, weight loss minimi body wraps, and the celebrity favourite HD Brows, The Beauty Quarters skincare and beauty specialists offer clients a welcoming relaxing experience with a range of treatments at reasonable prices.

Owned by Melissa Naughton The Beauty Quarters which recently opened at Unit 8 Howley Square in Oranmore boasts a bright spacious reception area leading to a number of comfortable treatment rooms. The Beauty Quarters aims to ensure that customers know they are in capable hands, and leave the salon feeling relaxed and happy with the service that has been provided.

Fix your metabolism for a weight loss miracle

Thu, Aug 22, 2013

Fixing your metabolism is the miracle you need to lose your weight once and for all. It can double your weekly weight loss results. It is the only way to shift stubborn fat from your stomach, hips, and thighs. Fixing your metabolism will help your body to burn fat 24/7, and will make it easier to keep the weight off afterwards. It is also a powerful factor in anti ageing — in 10 weeks you can easily turn the clock back five to 10 years.

Metabolism problems such as slow thyroid, type 2 diabetes, sluggish liver, hormone imbalances, PCOS, endometriosis, infertility, and digestive problems such as constipation, IBS, and diverticulitis will limit or stop your weight loss, no matter how much dieting or exercise you do. Work on fixing your metabolism for amazing results.

The West Chapel

Thu, Aug 22, 2013

One hundred and ninety eight years ago this month (August 4, 1815), the first High Mass was sung in the West Chapel, and about 50 years later this photograph was taken of the exterior of the building. It was the third church the Dominicans had in the Claddagh.

‘ Hey you! Your trumpet must have a dose of the sniffles’

Thu, Aug 22, 2013

Despite the large population just before the Great Famine (estimated to being more than seven million), the mode of transport from town to town remained primitive. The revolutionary canal system, which provided a highly imaginative way of moving heavy cargo and passengers on storm-free waters, was introduced in the late 17th century. If you wanted to travel from Galway to Dublin you either walked or rode to the nearest canal network (probably on the River Shannon), and finished your journey calmly on water.

Give your skin a boost

Thu, Aug 15, 2013

It is being hailed as a skin sensation and the makers claim it is the first CC cream for face and body. Karora CC cream (colour correcting beauty balm) claims to be a multi-tasking skin perfecting product.

It claims to blur away imperfections while skin loving botanicals nourish and hydrate to improve texture and tone.

Hair flair

Thu, Aug 15, 2013

We can all carry around a bit too much baggage at times, mostly in our handbags. That’s enough to be lugging around without the thought of a heavyweight conditioner adding to the burden of follicle flatness.

Washing in style

Thu, Aug 15, 2013

Fancy transforming your shower experience and making washing a beautifully, scented experience? Then check out Pixy natural soaps.

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