Style Isle

Thu, Jan 19, 2012

A little bit of luxury…
The catwalk likes to tease us. Yes, tease us and our wallets. But there is something to be said about an investment in designer clothing every once in a while, that is why they invented piggy banks! Eye spy with my stylish eye, I see a bag by Tom Ford that has my name written all over it. So I am putting away a little of my earnings every month until there comes a time when I can rejoice in buying the bag that I will have forever. And it’ll probably form part of my children’s inheritance. Designer clobber is at the upper end of the price scale; but it can command a higher price for several reasons which we, as consumers, don’t always understand. The design, the labour intensive craftsmanship, the highest quality fabrics and finishings all contribute to the final piece that we see the likes of Karly Kloss or Jordan Dunn strut down the catwalk each season. So why not explore what they have to offer? For inspiration, if nothing else.

Four weeks to a healthier lifestyle

Thu, Jan 19, 2012

Do you feel tired all the time? Are you experiencing low mood and not enough stamina to get things done? If so, your body needs detoxing, superfoods, and balanced nutrition.

Socialising leads most Connacht smokers to increase smoking

Thu, Jan 19, 2012

New research carried out on behalf of Aviva Health Insurance has revealed that 61 per cent of Connacht and Ulster smokers (including those living in Galway) claim an increase in socialising as the reason for smoking more during the Christmas period.

Renowned healer returns to Galway

Thu, Jan 19, 2012

World famous seventh son of a seventh son Danny Gallagher is now visiting Galway.

Gallagher’s work has been well documented on Irish, English, American, and Canadian television and in worldwide press coverage. To view some of this press coverage visit www.danny-gallagher.com

Go with your gut instincts

Thu, Jan 19, 2012

A Vogel's Molkosan is a natural whey based herbal remedy that promotes gentle cleansing of the intestinal tract to help improve overall gut health and so promote a happy healthy digestive system.

Galway trichologist tackles hair loss

Thu, Jan 19, 2012

Did you know that there are some 50 different types of hair loss, that common male hair loss can start as young as 14 years of age, or that 40 per cent of women lose hair after childbirth?

Embrace your style with confidence in 2012

Thu, Jan 12, 2012

This year make your wardrobe work for you and fall in love with shopping. Here are the four commandments to a very stylish 2012.

Facing up to flu

Thu, Jan 12, 2012

Every winter it is one of the main topics of conversation. “I had the flu all week.” I’ve a touch of it myself, I’m all blocked up” or “My son is off school with a high temperature”.

Best face forward

Thu, Jan 12, 2012

The cosmetics hall in Brown Thomas is so over Christmas. Spring and summer vibes are everywhere. Mac, which has found inspiration this time around in heiress and fashion disciple Daphne Guinness, is leaving all that glitters behind and is transitioning with a matte collection of berry and pink tones, though these are not your granny’s berry and pink tones. Far from innocent, this collection is more decadent and dramatic, but balanced to perfection with alabaster flawless skin.

Style Isle

Thu, Jan 12, 2012

Having written about vintage last week, I got to thinking about accessories and how to build up a nice collection of varied pieces for the new season. Accessories, you see, are statements. You can take the simplest of outfits, in any array of colours or styles and by adding a pair of earrings there, a scarf here or a hat, the outfit transforms completely. Whether you like bold pieces, or prefer to stick to jewellery you wear all the time, accessories are something you can have fun with.

New year, new you at Curves

Thu, Jan 12, 2012

Why not re-invent yourself this year with a ‘new you’ at Curves? Let this year be about becoming the best you can be. At Curves you can improve your overall fitness level, tone up, and lose weight, so what are you waiting for?

Taking responsibility for your health this 2012

Thu, Jan 12, 2012

We all resolve to make changes in January. Each year we endeavour to generally take better care of ourselves and our families by resolving to give up smoking, deciding to lose weight, signing up to some exercise classes, or possibly joining a gym.

Plexus Bio Energy brings people back to good health and wellbeing

Thu, Jan 12, 2012

Located at Lismoyle House, Merchants Road, Galway, both Michael O'Gara and Tina Forkan run a full time clinic that they started in 1990. Plexus Bio Energy involves the relocating and balancing of energy blockages throughout the body; these blockages are like electrical currents going through the body which form an electromagnetic field. Therapists can scan and diagnose the energy field and loacte where the blockages are in the body.

Lose weight, detox, and increase vitality in four weeks with the juice therapy and raw food programme

Thu, Jan 05, 2012

Juice therapy and raw food for weight loss is not only a delicious solution to assist you in your weight loss goals, it is also an incredible way to increase your stamina and vitality as well as fight disease and recover from illness faster as you cleanse your body, rebuild blood cells, increase your immunity, alkalise your system, reduce allergies, improve the cardiovascular system and heart health, and increase your over all wellbeing.

Learn the ancient science of Ayurveda in six week introductory course

Thu, Jan 05, 2012

Ayurveda is a system of natural healing, a way of life which treats each and every person in accordance with his or her unique individual constitution. It educates and empowers us on how to take care of our health and wellbeing by getting to know our unique natural physical and psychological make-up and tendencies. By guiding us in making changes in our diet, lifestyle, and regime Ayurveda can help prevent, treat, and remove both disease and symptoms. With a history of more than 5,000 years it stands as the most comprehensive natural health system in the world.

Enhance mind, body and spirit in 2012

Thu, Jan 05, 2012

Explore the workings of your mind, body, and spirit this New Year and set yourself on the fast track to inner peace with a dedicated three day holistic workshop in Co Mayo this month.

Up to seventy per cent off in Standún sale

Thu, Jan 05, 2012

The great winter sale continues at Standún with up to 70 per cent off in all departments.

Successful sales shopping

Thu, Jan 05, 2012

All those tantalizing bargains in the sales can lead to a wardrobe full of clothes that you will probably never wear. Before tackling your shopping trip read my top tips to make the most of the January sales.

Notes for the season

Thu, Jan 05, 2012

New options for a new year

It’s vintage dahhhhling..

Thu, Jan 05, 2012

The last couple of years have seen an upsurge in the popularity of vintage fashion in Ireland. The retro look has reclaimed its spot in the trendy charts thanks to a celeb following including (but not limited to) Alexa Chung and the Olsen twins. But we need to clarify something here. Just because it is old or second hand, does not make it vintage. In a lot of ways it’s an abused term. Whether it is clothing or jewellery, we are unofficially allowed to bestow the term on pieces which are of high quality and are covetable i.e., I own several vintage scarves which I have been collecting over many years from Hermés, Chanel and Gucci (pictured, Gucci scarf from my collection). And no they are not for sale.

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