Style Updates

Now is the time to re-think your wardrobe, have a sort out, and consider some purchases that will update your look with timeless pieces that you will love to wear. Here is a sneak peek at what is hot for your wardrobe this season. • The cape — this is a stylish cover up and it will flatter your hips when worn with skinnies or a straight skirt. • The knitted jumper — not only [...]

The pencil skirt is the foundation piece of the autumn silhouette. From fetish to forties glam, with blocks of colors 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 — [...]

  It’s time to update our wardrobe with timeless  pieces that you will love to wear. Here is a sneak of what is hot for your wardrobe this season.  The cape- stylish cover up  and it flatters your hips when worn with skinnies or straight skirt.  The colored long sleeved top – in this season colbat blue, emeral green or hot pink. Choose the shape that suits you best and wear it with a tailored [...]

Are you a teacher starting a new term and need some style inspiration? Here are some  great looks to help you start the school year in style. Step away from the traditional black trousers and shirt and go for more block colours, pretty skirts, and playful patterns. Midi length skirts are a huge trend this season, from hips-flattering A-line skirts to the leg lengthening pencil. Wear them with a cropped colour blocking cardigan and coloured [...]

Sharpen up your look with this season’s tailored pieces for a grown-up and elegant style. From the blazer jacket and pencil skirt to the fitted dress and flared trousers, these clean and beautifully cut pieces are a wardrobe must. Buy them now and wear them for a lifetime. The power of a good jacket is not to be underestimated — it works with everything, does not date, and shaves inches off your waistline. This beige [...]

If you are heading to one of the many music festivals this summer and are looking for some inspiration, here are some statement dresses that will take you through the festivals and beyond. This fresh and funky navy and white dress from Public Romance is the way to go. Wear it with a cropped jacket or cardigan and a pair of ankle boots. For a splash of colour team your favourite jumpsuit with a bright [...]

The successful Beauty and Style workshop is back in Galway in August. Learn top fashion and beauty tips from Fashion Stylist Delilah and Joy Colleran of PureJoy who have together 20 years experience. Choose from two workshops:   Workshop 1 – no more buying the wrong clothes; discover your body shape and how to dress to flatter it; Become and expert on how to apply make-up. Workshop 2 – Discover your colours and how to wear them; [...]

Vintage fashion has been hugely popular for the last two years, especially since the TV drama Mad Men featuring actresses wearing fabulous sixties inspired clothing. At last month’s Punchestown racing festival one of the best dressed lady finalists wore an Audrey Hepburn inspired outfit. Last Sunday saw the second Galway Vintage Fair in the Radisson Hotel. Exhibitors displayed their most stunning clothes from the twenties and thirties right up to the nineties. There was a [...]

Get ready to turn heads on the beach this summer with top figure fixing swimwear tips. Flatter curvy hips and bum Draw the attention away from your hips and bum. Details on your top half such as embellishments, ruffles, or beads around the neckline will draw attention away from wide hips. A wide sideband on the bottom works bests to flatter your hips. Tie a wrap around your hips, and finish off with a floppy [...]

A wardrobe essential, the blazer is a versatile and timeless piece that will take you right into the next season. From the boyfriend style to long tuxedo jacket or cropped boxy blazer, here are some ways to dress up or down this favourite piece. Dress: Add an edge to your classic summer dress with a short jacket. Leave the jacket open to elongate your figure. Twist a silk scarf around your neck and finish off [...]

At last week’s royal wedding fabulous hats were very much making a big statement. Hats certainly add the final touch to a wedding outfit. The pillbox: The gorgeous navy Philip Treacy pillbox with  embellishments that Victoria Beckham wore was very elegant and edgy, a great choice for a modern and chic look. The turn up brimmed with embellishments such as the dramatic black brimmed hat that Zara Philips wore is also a great choice for [...]

Put your best foot foward this spring with stylish shoes. From clogs to wedges, flat brogues to chunky sandals; metallic, bold colours to elegant neutrals; raffia to woven heels; just what we need to step out in style. Clogs: studded leather and wooden heels - the perfect number for your maxi dress. Wedges: Bold colors, floral pattens, or simple neutrals. Ultra high to kitten heels, wedges are a wardrobe must-have. Theses sleek, simple wedges from Premoli boutique [...]

The new season is here and it is time to plan your spring wardrobe. In the coming weeks I will cover all you need to know about the new season’s trends and how to wear them, from a rainbow of colors to nudes, from seventies chic to smart sporty looks, accessories and shoes, and what to buy to update your wardrobe. This week it is all about the trend for bright colors. We have seen [...]