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No winter wardrobe is complete without a stylish winter coat. Here are some style tips to help you find the best winter coat for your shape.

The very first thing you need to do when hunting for the perfect denim is to be clear about your body shape. You have to buy denims first for what you are, and only second what you want to achieve. Jeans are one item you cannot buy successfully on the recommendation of a friend. Unless you are identical twins, it is highly unlikely that what is perfect for one girl will be work at all for another. Whether you are long and leggy or small and petite, the perfect pair is waiting at the denim bar in Brown Thomas.

There are very few things in life worse than jean shopping. We here at Born have heard it described as ‘hell on earth’, a ‘torturous experience’ and ‘my worst nightmare’. Let us just say: we hear you.

“Help, I’ve nothing to wear,” is an all too common wail from women. Despite having wardrobes full to bursting point with outfits for all occasions many of us still find it near impossible to make a choice.

The pencil skirt is the foundation piece of the autumn silhouette. From fetish to forties glam, with blocks of colours and texture, it is so versatile and feminine. Smart for the office and on trend for the evening, wear it with summer sandals or knee boots. Team it with a boxy fine wool jumper, or a leather jacket with a polo neck will work wonderfully. The shirt is making a huge comeback this season — make sure to wear it buttoned up with your pencil skirt.

Gardaí are investigating a number of thefts which occurred in the city in the last week.

Some men effortlessly exude style. Everything they wear looks good on them be it denim jeans, a casual jacket and trousers combination or a sharp suit. Sartorial elegance is their middle name.

Sharpen up your look with this season’s tailored pieces for a grown-up and elegant style.

If you’re a child of the 80s, or just a really big fan of that decade, don’t miss the first of Suede Bar’s monthly 80s nights this Saturday 30 July.

Face it, waterproof clothes are essential if you’re going to get through a weekend out and about. And when it comes to looking good as well as keeping dry there’s nothing better than a Mac in a Sac, or one of their very cool 100 per cent waterproof ponchos.