Coco Chanel — be classy and fabulous

Thu, Aug 06, 2009

Iconic fashion designer Coco Chanel once said, “A girl should be two things: classy and fabulous”. If you are wondering how to attain an effortlessly classic style, this guide should help you.

Smashbox beauty playground event

Thu, Aug 06, 2009

Cult LA cosmetic brand Smashbox Cosmetics is heading to Medwell’s Pharmacy in Tuam to host a special beauty playground on August 7.

Together with the Medwell’s team, Smashbox artists will give beautistas all the hot insider beauty tips and techniques, and will also be demonstrating new and innovative product lines. Ladies will be able to try out Smashbox Cosmetics’ award winning product line, and learn how to enhance natural assets. Smashbox Cosmetics is all about cutting edge products with long-lasting formulations and on-trend colours. Complimentary makeovers will be available, and customers will receive a special gift with purchases over €50.

Non-surgical skin regeneration arrives in Galway

Thu, Aug 06, 2009

Saying goodbye to lines and wrinkles, sun damage, pigmentation, acne scars, and stretch marks is easier than ever thanks to a non-surgical skin regeneration procedure. Genuine Dermaroller™ Therapy uses tiny micro-medical needles on the skin encouraging regeneration and repair, leaving you with smoother, brighter, healthier, younger-looking skin.

Top tips for racing in style

Thu, Jul 23, 2009

The key to racing style is to love what you are wearing, so that you will feel and look comfortable and carry yourself with confidence.

The outfit should suit your colour, your shape, and the environment. Go with what works best for you. A dress should be neither too short nor calf-length. Remember that by the time you have accessorised the outfit, applied make-up, and styled you hair, you might have done too much. Try to picture in your head the look that you want to achieve; it will help you to consider the completed look and aim for balance.

Galway joins Zumba

Thu, Jul 23, 2009

Fitness instructor Dara Kelly is infusing party fun into fitness by launching Zumba® drop-in classes for all in Galway. Zumba eliminates the ‘work’ from ‘working out’ by combining irresistible Latin and international music with dynamic yet simple exercise moves, using a unique intermittent training format.

Glow with Yes to Carrots

Thu, Jul 23, 2009

Get glowing summer skin with Yes to Carrots C body moisturising scrub. This hard working scrub invigorates tired skin, deep cleansing pores and providing long lasting moisturisation. Potent antioxidants, including ginkgo and green tea, work to fight free radicals and support cell renewal.

Get fit for less with Energie

Thu, Jul 23, 2009

Energie Fitness for Women, Galway’s only gym exclusive to women, is launching a new recession-busting solution to health and fitness at a time when we need to look after our physical and mental health more than ever before, while ensuring we get value for money.

Look sharp with Suits Distributors

Thu, Jul 23, 2009

Since their establishment in 2007, Suits Distributors Ireland has grown to become one of the largest leading suppliers of quality suits and casual menswear. Suits Distributors supplies suits to businesses such as RTE, TV3, Manchester United, AIB, Bank of Ireland, Keary’s, and Musgrave’s, and also fits and styles for a number of politicians and celebrities including sporting legends from Ireland and the UK.

The perfect racing hat

Thu, Jul 23, 2009

The Galway hat shop, located downstairs in Corbett Court/Eyre Square centre, boasts the best selection of international and Irish milliners in the country. This enables the store to offer customers a wide selection of individual designers with unique styles. Designers include Catherine Cooke, Nigel Raymond Couture, Vivienne Sheriff Millenry, and Peter Bettley.

How to wear hats and headpieces

Thu, Jul 16, 2009

The secret is to choose the right hat/headpiece and wear it correctly with confidence. I believe that there is a hat to suit everyone. Here are some tips on how to find the right hat or headpiece for you:

Choose a hat or headpiece that fits your face and complements your skin color as well as the outfit. For instance, a person with ruddy cheeks will look good in a brown hat. Some shades can be difficult to wear. Yellow, black, pastels can do wonders for some, but can wash out or appear sallow on others.

Samoan Coconut

Thu, Jul 16, 2009

Ethical beauty retailer The Body Shop has expanded its unique Community Trade programme to include, for the first time, coconut growers from the Pacific Islands of Samoa. A Samoan co-operative is now supplying The Body Shop with organic, cold-pressed, virgin coconut oil for use in its new and improved Coconut Bath & Body range.

The many talents of Michael O’Meara from Oscar’s Bistro

Thu, Jul 16, 2009

The launch of a great new recipe book, The Galway Ingredient, prompted me to arrange a date for a chat with Michael O’Meara of Oscar’s Bistro. The Galway Ingredient is a superb book of recipes from the Euro-toques chefs of Galway, and was launched recently to coincide with the Volvo Ocean Race visit to Galway. It costs €5 and is available in Eason’s, Dubray’s, and most local book shops. For his part O’Meara is both a contributor of recipes and the photographer of every picture in the book.

McCambridges brings brown

Thu, Jul 16, 2009

As the summer heats up, there might be many reasons to visit the beach, but there’s also a new, tasty way to cool down with a visit to Shop Street in Galway, as Murphys Ice Cream has launched a new flavour to celebrate the refurbishment of McCambridge’s. That venerable institution has installed a Murphys ice cream scooping cabinet, with twelve delicious flavours, including McCambridge’s Brown Bread ice cream, in the remodelled, gourmet food store.

Deals on doors

Thu, Jul 16, 2009

Wood Plus, Galway’s longest established doors and floors retailer, is having an unmissable one day only sales special this Saturday July 19, with fantastic bargains such as oak doors from just €75 including VAT. Present on the day will be Mike O'Toole, regional sales manager with Deanta Doors, who will be on hand to advise customers on door choices, and to answer any queries. Wood Plus, located at Unit 9a, Liosban Retail Park, has ten years’ experience in selling quality products at reasonable prices to the Galway public. They provide a full range of prefinished interior doors in a variety of timbers and finishes. Wood Plus can supply a large selection of skirting and architrave to match new or existing doors in addition to a complete range of complementary door hardware including handles, hinges, and locks. Instore special offers will also be available on a large range of wooden floors. Sale starts at 9am sharp. Call 091 752311 for further details or check out the full product range on www.woodplus.ie

Happy holidays

Thu, Jul 16, 2009

It’s holiday time. Glorious sunny days and balmy evenings beckon as we settle into summer.

Take a different

Thu, Jul 16, 2009

If you’re looking for a last minute sun holiday deal, but are sick of the same old Spanish resorts, why not venture to the Algarve?

High fashion and low prices at Sorelle

Thu, Jul 09, 2009

Sorelle Boutique is situated in the bustling village of Oranmore. This locally owned ladies’ clothes store is extremely popular throughout the city and county with many travelling outside the city centre to get their hands on something a little different to the offerings of high street stores. The price tag is also extremely reasonable offering well tailored designer labels at prices that are a match for the high street too.

How to buy less and wear more

Thu, Jul 09, 2009

There is nothing more frustrating than buying clothes that end up in the back of the wardrobe because they do not flatter you, you have nothing to wear them with, or do not know how to wear them. As we become more conscious about spending money, it is time to make the right decisions when shopping for clothes.

Coping well with a cancer diagnosis

Thu, Jul 09, 2009

A cancer diagnosis comes as a major shock to many people. Suddenly, their lives are turned upside down as they attempt to take in the news and understand the various treatments available.

“People’s first reactions when told they have cancer are shock and fear,” explains Dr Helen Greally, the director of psychology and support services at Cancer Care West - the local charity which supports people affected by a cancer diagnosis. “It is often called the ‘Big C’ because to most people it seems unmanageable and the treatment options seem frightening.”

Dress for success

Thu, Jul 02, 2009

Are you searching for the perfect debs dress? If so, check out Dresscode, the Irish eveningwear brand recently launched at Anthony Ryan’s store in Shop Street.

E-paper

Read this weeks E-paper. Past editions also available from within this weeks digital copy.