Style Isle

Thu, Apr 19, 2012

Every celebrity stylist that graces the airwaves is an advocate of this. Every woman who has experienced the benefits of this will also tell you how it changed their shape and ultimately created better fit of their outfit. I am also jumping on the bandwagon to tell you all about the importance of one simple thing - underwear. Whether you need it to function as suction (admit it, we all want a bit of this) or you need comfortable support, then there is nothing else like it. Let me pose a question, when we are putting together outfits for an occasion, for arguments sake, how often do we consider the style of our undergarments to compliment the shape of our dress or trousers? The majority would answer very little. So we need to get back to basics, and start with the first layer.

Celebrity styling session at Athlone Towncentre

Thu, Apr 19, 2012

Do you have loads of clothes but nothing to wear? Do you feel that your clothes always look better on someone else? Or are you just unsure as to what style suits you?

If you have answered yes to any or all of these questions then keep Saturday April 21 free and make your way to Athlone Towncentre for the celebrity styling event with Celia Holman Lee.

Create a dream nursery with Little Dreamers

Thu, Apr 19, 2012

Little Dreamers has created a beautiful environment where you can buy quality nursery furniture and accessories to help you create a delightful nursery for your baby.

Get ready for great outdoors with Green Tree Designs

Thu, Apr 19, 2012

Green Tree Designs has a great special offer to get you in the mood for summer — purchase any product over €500 until July 1 and be entered in a draw to win a see-saw.

Up to seventy per cent off fabric rolls this month at La Maison Chic

Thu, Apr 19, 2012

La Maison Chic, known for its wide selection of paint, wallpapers, and designer fabrics, is offering its customers the opportunity to buy fabric on roll with up to 70 per cent off discount. The selection includes damasks and stripes in gold, cappuccino, duck egg blue, navy blue, and baby pink fabrics, perfect for children’s bedrooms or playroom, embroidered silk voile, and more, all at a not-to-be-repeated 70 per cent off. Stock is limited so shop early to avail of the selection while it lasts.

La Maison Chic is now also offering Farrow and Ball paints and wallpapers as well as Zoffany, Little Greene, and Designers Guild paints, so you are bound to find the perfect colour for your home.

Sweet treat

Thu, Apr 19, 2012

Brighten up your day by giving your skin a special treat with the Chocolate collection by Organique, the award-winning international organic cosmetics company.

Banish bad hair days

Thu, Apr 19, 2012

Bad hair days are the bane of us all but now a new Aldi product promises to help spray them away. People can enjoy clean fresh hair in an instant with Aldi’s Batiste Dry Shampoo (€2.39 ).

Perfect scents

Thu, Apr 19, 2012

Remember Opium, that warm oriental Yves Saint Laurent fragrance first marketed in 1977? Its top notes were a mixture of fruit and spices and underlined by a sweet woody base note.

Hats off to style

Thu, Apr 19, 2012

Corofin milliner Caithriona King is turning a lot of heads with her stylish hats and head pieces.

Dress for success

Thu, Apr 19, 2012

Steilmann is ushering in a fiesta of colour for spring. Crayola-hued dresses are sure winners this season. The bold colours are enhanced by the easy-wear jersey shapes and textures. The perfect pairing of fit and colour.

A one stop shop for fashion accessories

Thu, Apr 12, 2012

The Finishing Touch opened its doors in November 2010 selling a wide range of accessories. The family-run store has recently relocated to Cross Street Lower, beside Klassy Kids.

Galway style writer launches on-line magazine and blog

Thu, Apr 12, 2012

Goddess MECA is only three weeks old yet it is fast gaining popularity as a place to log on.

Getting the best price for your home

Thu, Apr 12, 2012

Thinking about selling your house? If so, you will be eager to attract as many viewers as possible and get the highest price, especially in these uncertain economic times.

Fantastic Easter savings at the Kilkenny store

Thu, Apr 05, 2012

Enjoy fantastic savings this Easter at your local Kilkenny store, home to Ireland’s largest collection of Irish designers. With 10 stores located nationwide along with a convenient online store, www.kilkennyshop.com, Kilkenny customers can avail of up to 50 per cent off items across fashion, homeware, jewellery, and accessories. Housing the very best in Irish and international design, the Kilkenny sale is one not to be missed.

If you are in search of top fashion, the Kilkenny store is the place for you. Boasting top labels such as Fenn Wright Manson, Leo Guy, and Luke Lovely, the Kilkenny store has all you need for a stylish wardrobe this season. And what’s more, selected brands have up to 50 per cent off. The Leo Guy pearl trim top, €119.95, is a must have bargain buy for your summer wardrobe, along with the Fenn Wright Manson white heavy ;inen Wide Leg Trousers, €124.

Dum dum dee dum

Thu, Apr 05, 2012

It is April, there are some minor improvements weather-wise and the season of love is nearly upon us. Yes, wedding season is just about here. I am a wedding guest veteran at this stage, I know all the words to Ave Maria and I have wedding etiquette down. Through my experiences, I have picked up some great tips to bear in mind when looking for your glad rags. The trick is to be sensible; you don’t need a different dress for each one (even if the guests are the same!) Every look can be totally transformed with a little magic!

Say goodbye razor, hello laser with Therapie

Thu, Apr 05, 2012

Imagine no longer having to worry about nicks and cuts, embarrassing stubble, and irritated, unhappy skin, all of which go hand in hand with a girl’s beauty regime.

Down to a T

Thu, Mar 29, 2012

Of all the catwalk trends, celebrity influences and High Street offerings, if I was to pick my favourite item of all time, it would be a t-shirt. Plain and simple. It’s a core item that no wardrobe should be without. You may think that there are plenty of items that should form part of your capsule closet but think of it like this. Blazer and jeans, leggings and sneakers, summer skirt and sandals, no matter what the outfit, the basis of all of the aforementioned, is a t-shirt. Now I’m not talking about a top emblazoned with your favourite 1980s rock band (although I have a brilliant one with Debbie Harry on it) my advice is to keep it plain this summer and stick to styles such as a fitted cotton “v” or round neck, sleeveless or cap sleeved, waist or hip length. The simplicity of the T is what makes it genius. To get you summer ready, there are lot’s of ways to style up the minimalist, most unadorned of all fashion staples.

Spring has sprung at Born Clothing and Footwear

Thu, Mar 29, 2012

If you, like top celebs including Rihanna, Jessica Alba, and Demi Lovato, are a fan of Jeffrey Campbell footwear but do not have the pay packet to match, then you will be delighted to hear that Born Clothing’s footwear departments in Newtownsmith and Tuam Shopping Centre have launched a similar line of fabulous footwear that will have you looking like a Hollywood starlet.

The Finishing Touch to open new premises tomorrow

Thu, Mar 29, 2012

The Finishing Touch opened its doors in November 2010 and has met with a great response. The family-run store is relocating to a spacious new premises at Cross Street Lower.

Style fixes for plus size women

Thu, Mar 29, 2012

Finding stylish casual or occasion wear can be an epic struggle when you are a plus size. Styles can be either too old fashioned or shabby. Celebrities such as Adele or Melissa McCarthy show that you can be full figured and beautiful. There is no reason why you should not look your best.

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