This is one of those genius inventions that I wish I had come up with. So simple – yet so effective! Canopi is the brainchild of Sandra Walsh of Sands Boutique in Dublin. It is a simply a long-sleeved garment that can be worn under sleeveless garments – great for anyone that wants to camouflage [...]
» Read MoreHere is a moodboard for a Summer capsule work wardrobe that I’ve created for a presentation tomorrow. The clothes featured are from the O’Donnell Boutique on-line store (free delivery with the Republic of Ireland). CAPSULE WORK WARDROBE – TOP TIPS Essentials: Make sure you have the basic essentials. These vary from person to person but generally [...]
» Read MoreThis is more of a rave than a review. I absolutely love Salsa Jeans; so much so that I have thrown out every other brand and only stock Salsa jeans in my wardrobe. I first came across them 2 years ago in Brown Thomas when looking for the holy grail of jeans (high waist to [...]
» Read MoreToday’s outfit features a few nice new bits and pieces that I purchased from Dunnes Stores yesterday. It’s typical of my casual look i.e. consists of simple separates that are pretty, comfortable, easy to wash and iron. Click on image to expand. Top: Savida at Dunnes Stores (SS12) €20 Cardigan: Savida at Dunnes Stores (SS12) [...]
» Read MoreDetails of an outfit that I wore to a wedding on Saturday, 31st March 2012. Congrats to the gorgeous newlyweds! Click on the images to enlarge. Coat: I have quite a few formal occasions and weddings to attend this year and while I have plenty of suitable dresses, until now I didn’t have [...]
» Read MoreCongratulations to Marion Murphy Cooney (Designer) and Aisling Maher (Milliner) who this week opened their own retail unit in Catherine Street Limerick called The Design Atelier, showcasing their latest designs and creating bespoke pieces. I called in to visit today and was really impressed by the beautiful creations on offer and the wonderfully warm welcome. [...]
» Read MorePregnancy was a very interesting time for me style-wise. By and large I found it to be an easier and cheaper process than I had anticipated. For the most part, I was sensible and conservative with my purchases, so hopefully my experiences may be of use to you: 1. Before buying maternity clothes, examine your [...]
» Read MoreI recently received a query from a lady seeking advice on finding clothes to flatter her apple-shaped physique. Incorrectly-fitting clothes belie the apple-shaped woman’s great figure, so here are a few tips to help anyone with this shape to achieve a streamlined, balanced, svelte look. Typical apple traits: Larger size on top, smaller size on bottom Carries weight [...]
» Read More1940′s fashion is the dominant trend this season i.e. fitted jackets, blouses, pencil skirts, wide-leg trousers, cape coats, furs, shrugs etc. To keep the look demure and authentic, skirt and dress hem-lengths are strictly at or below knee-level. One of the easiest and cost effective ways of incorporating this trend into your wardrobe is via [...]
» Read MoreI came across this thought-provoking article in last weekend’s Sunday Business Post, written by Jennifer O’Connell, wherein she discusses the parametres of age-appropriate dressing. She rightly picks apart the ridiculous expectations that society inflicts on women to dress a certain way, have a certain physique etc. – assumptions which are based purely on the woman’s [...]
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