Fashion and Beauty

Fashion trends are bringing coastal charm to urban settings this summer
Fashion trends are bringing coastal charm to urban settings this summer
Think bold lobster-print trousers paired with a sailing-inspired Breton stripe for a tidal wave of style that’s sure to make a splash on the high seas of fashion

Wed, 09 Jul, 2025

Desire Lines: Brown Thomas showcases Irish fashion
Desire Lines: Brown Thomas showcases Irish fashion
Four designers, each one mentored by fashion consultant Eddie Shanahan, will take over a dedicated in-store placement on level 2 of Brown Thomas, Grafton Street for a two-week residency.

Fri, 04 Jul, 2025

Main-stage statements: Nine ways to wear festival fashion
Main-stage statements: Nine ways to wear festival fashion
From music lovers to foodies; wellness seekers to culture vultures, there’s something for everyone. But there’s one thing that remains the same - the aesthetic.

Thu, 03 Jul, 2025

The best of July beauty: Sally Foran's summer beauty buys
The best of July beauty: Sally Foran's summer beauty buys
This month’s new beauty launches feature lots of colour, with vibrant blushes, SPF-infused lipsticks and a multi-use cream palette that houses ALL your makeup needs

Thu, 03 Jul, 2025

What to wear for a comfortable yet stylish airport experience
What to wear for a comfortable yet stylish airport experience
The airport has become its own fashion runway

Wed, 02 Jul, 2025

Doireann Healy on Begley & Bowie, going viral, Kenmare life, and her latest venture
Doireann Healy on Begley & Bowie, going viral, Kenmare life, and her latest venture
Doireann Healy launched her cult label Begley & Bowie when she was on a career break from teaching. It was an overnight success. Her latest venture sees her host fellow trailblazing creatives for conversation designed to inspire

Sun, 29 Jun, 2025

Desire Lines: Fashion, festivals, and a revolution on the Belltable's stage
Desire Lines: Fashion, festivals, and a revolution on the Belltable's stage
Irish fashion brand NOMI, created by influencer Naomi Clarke aka @the_style_fairy, has recently launched its Solstice capsule collection.

Sat, 28 Jun, 2025

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Irish designer Jonathan Anderson showcases new collection for Dior at Paris Fashion Week
Northern Irish fashion designer's collection received standing ovation and rapturous applause from guests including Roger Federer, Daniel Craig, and Rihanna

Fri, 27 Jun, 2025

How to wear each shade of the rainbow flag to celebrate Pride Month
How to wear each shade of the rainbow flag to celebrate Pride Month
Dublin’s Pride parade takes place on Saturday - as part of Global Pride Month - to celebrate and support Ireland’s LGBTQIA+ community. 

Thu, 26 Jun, 2025

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Sally Foran: Five of my favourite SPF 50 suncreams and the myths to ignore
Modern suncream formulas have become more advanced, lightweight, invisible and comfortable to wear

Thu, 26 Jun, 2025

How to wear the boho trend and the key pieces to include in your wardrobe
How to wear the boho trend and the key pieces to include in your wardrobe
Think flowy silhouettes, earthy textures, and a chunky wooden platform

Wed, 25 Jun, 2025

Desire Lines: Jellycat's Síofra Shamrock returns to Brown Thomas
Desire Lines: Jellycat's Síofra Shamrock returns to Brown Thomas
Plus: new fashion from Adanola and Oliver Paul; the last day of Helios at St Finbarr's Cathedral

Sat, 21 Jun, 2025

Taking solstice: 9 ways to wear day dresses on the summer's longest day
Taking solstice: 9 ways to wear day dresses on the summer's longest day
"With sunshine at a premium, time is not to be wasted. Add a pair of flat or heeled sandals, sunglasses, and a raffia bag to any of these looks and you’re good to go."

Thu, 19 Jun, 2025

Sally Foran: I tried Medik8's €140 'age-defying' retinal facial — here's what I thought
Sally Foran: I tried Medik8's €140 'age-defying' retinal facial — here's what I thought
A new treatment at The Spa at Johnston Estate combines one of the internets favourite retinals and a sculpting facial massage

Thu, 19 Jun, 2025

Solar power: Bask in the summer sunshine without compromising on style
Solar power: Bask in the summer sunshine without compromising on style
Think floaty kaftans in bold palm prints paired with oversized sunnies and neon accessories for an elevated take on beach-bum chic.

Wed, 18 Jun, 2025

Desire Lines: Savida brings the style, Kathryn Thomas' Pure Results heads for Kilkea
Desire Lines: Savida brings the style, Kathryn Thomas' Pure Results heads for Kilkea
Plus: Chanel's new bronzing cream, Modern Hairspray, and Night and Day festival

Sat, 14 Jun, 2025

What's the occasion? Nine ways to wear that special summer dress
What's the occasion? Nine ways to wear that special summer dress
From destination weddings to roundy birthdays and al fresco gatherings, there’s bound to be an occasion that deserves its own dress. Why not make it a special one?

Thu, 12 Jun, 2025

From 'chub rub' to 'margarita burn': 8 products to banish summer beauty issues
From 'chub rub' to 'margarita burn': 8 products to banish summer beauty issues
Although summer is glam season, it can cause havoc on our skin, leaving us feeling anything but. Don’t worry, we have the solutions to ensure you’ll still have that hot girl summer.

Thu, 12 Jun, 2025

10 gifts to get the fashion-forward Dad in your life for Father's Day
10 gifts to get the fashion-forward Dad in your life for Father's Day
Give your Dad the gift of style

Wed, 11 Jun, 2025

Sally Foran: Eight things I've learned from a decade as a beauty influencer
Sally Foran: Eight things I've learned from a decade as a beauty influencer
Sally Foran, better known as @IrishBeautyFairy, reveals her expert make up and skincare tips

Sun, 08 Jun, 2025

Desire Lines: Pippa's new tan, refillable perfume, and M&S's new summer collection
Desire Lines: Pippa's new tan, refillable perfume, and M&S's new summer collection
Here's what we're enjoying this week

Sat, 07 Jun, 2025

Sally Foran: ‘When you’ve been through the worst, you don’t care what people think’
Sally Foran: ‘When you’ve been through the worst, you don’t care what people think’
A mother-of-four who has built up a loyal following over seven years as @IrishBeautyFairy on social media, Sally Foran begins her new beauty column for Weekend this Saturday

Fri, 06 Jun, 2025

Nine creative and whimsical ways to add nature themes to your summer wardrobe 
Nine creative and whimsical ways to add nature themes to your summer wardrobe 
Dust off those Pinterest boards, folks. It’s going to be an interesting season.

Thu, 05 Jun, 2025

Ditch the rule book and have fun with sartorial choices this summer
Ditch the rule book and have fun with sartorial choices this summer
Spark joy with an infusion of juicy fruit-inspired motifs or picnic-perfect gingham

Wed, 04 Jun, 2025

The 2024 Met Gala Celebrating "Sleeping Beauties: Reawakening Fashion" - Arrivals
Irish designer Jonathan Anderson 'honoured' to be new creative director of Dior
The Derry designer founded his eponymous label in 2008

Mon, 02 Jun, 2025

Desire Lines: A Penneys powersuit, a reimagined Twirl, and the return of a cult shampoo
Desire Lines: A Penneys powersuit, a reimagined Twirl, and the return of a cult shampoo
Here's what caught our attention this week

Sat, 31 May, 2025

2025 MET Museum Costume Institute Benefit Gala
Elf Beauty acquires Hailey Bieber’s Rhode brand for one billion dollars
Bieber, 28, a model and the wife of singer Justin Bieber, will be Rhode’s chief creative officer and head of innovation

Thu, 29 May, 2025

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The best SPFs for your face, as tested by a beauty editor
By now, we hopefully all know we should be wearing SPF every day, but with summer on the horizon, finding the perfect formulation has never been more prescient. Kate Demolder shares her pick of the bunch. 

Thu, 29 May, 2025

City-break-worthy ensembles — an elevated take on old favourites
City-break-worthy ensembles — an elevated take on old favourites
Whether you’re a tailoring-loving Miranda or prefer to bend the rules with a dash of Carrie’s panache, being stylish in the city has never looked so fabulous

Wed, 28 May, 2025

Desire Lines: A capsule collection, body makeup, and a Spice Girl gúna
Desire Lines: A capsule collection, body makeup, and a Spice Girl gúna
Plus even more reasons to drink a cult French rosé

Sat, 24 May, 2025

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TikTok is loving cool-toned makeup – here's how to try the 90s trend
Two makeup experts give us the skinny on deciphering your undertone, the best tones for Celtic skin and a bronzer tip that will leave you looking like you’ve come straight from the beach

Thu, 22 May, 2025

Nine low-effort ways to wear soft stripes this summer
Nine low-effort ways to wear soft stripes this summer
On those bare minimum days, consider a key piece

Thu, 22 May, 2025

If you’re looking for an alternative to fast fashion, why not look closer to home for inspiration? 
If you’re looking for an alternative to fast fashion, why not look closer to home for inspiration? 
Making the switch to slow fashion can feel daunting, but when it comes to shopping more consciously, Irish designers have you covered

Wed, 21 May, 2025

The sustainable closet: I tried an app to help me wear everything in my wardrobe
The sustainable closet: I tried an app to help me wear everything in my wardrobe
A new variety of apps are offering users the chance to digitally catalogue their closets. Could it help us ditch our addiction to buying new? Style editor Annmarie O'Connor tests one out

Mon, 19 May, 2025

Project Pan: I tried the TikTok trend encouraging us to buy less
Project Pan: I tried the TikTok trend encouraging us to buy less
From project pan to no buy, challenges encouraging us to buy less have taken over social media. As Nicole Glennon tries one out herself, she asks whether confronting overconsumption is here to stay – or just another passing trend

Sun, 18 May, 2025

Holly Warren: Five things shopping secondhand has taught me about clothes
Holly Warren: Five things shopping secondhand has taught me about clothes
Buying secondhand offered me a different pace. No seasonal edits, no TikTok algorithm dictating my taste, just clothes

Sat, 17 May, 2025

Desire Lines: Dress rental for summer occasions, gluten-free menus, and more
Desire Lines: Dress rental for summer occasions, gluten-free menus, and more
Plus the 'Cork in Bloom' summer terrace makeover at The River Lee

Sat, 17 May, 2025

Sustainable beauty is the future: Here are my top picks for a green routine
Sustainable beauty is the future: Here are my top picks for a green routine
Want more beauty but less waste? Look no further.

Thu, 15 May, 2025

Nine ways to add dimension to your wardrobe with fringing
Nine ways to add dimension to your wardrobe with fringing
Fringing's function is sheer indulgence

Thu, 15 May, 2025

Embrace a garden variety of floral prints this season
Embrace a garden variety of floral prints this season
From a romantic petal-patterned mini dress to budding accessories, florals remain a timeless summer essential

Wed, 14 May, 2025

Meet the luxury Irish seaweed brand that is conquering the global market
Meet the luxury Irish seaweed brand that is conquering the global market
From Dubai’s Burj Al Arab to Emirates’ first-class lounges, Mark and Kira Walton’s seaweed brand Voya is synonymous with luxury the world over

Sun, 11 May, 2025

Desire Lines: Trendy jewellery in Cork, a stylish rooftop bar, and our drink of the summer
Desire Lines: Trendy jewellery in Cork, a stylish rooftop bar, and our drink of the summer
Here's what caught our eye this week

Sat, 10 May, 2025

One and done: Nine ways to wear a versatile jumpsuit for any occasion
One and done: Nine ways to wear a versatile jumpsuit for any occasion
Pair with a trench coat and loafers or kitten heel slingbacks and sunglasses for instant laidback luxe

Thu, 08 May, 2025

May's new beauty launches centre around improving what you’ve got — not camouflaging
May's new beauty launches centre around improving what you’ve got — not camouflaging
That sounds nice, doesn’t it? Let’s get stuck in.

Thu, 08 May, 2025

Young beautyful woman with linen eco bag on city background.
Six Irish-made reusable bags to pack as Penneys introduces paper bag charge
Penneys is set to introduce a small charge for paper bags across its stores nationwide in an attempt to reduce single-use paper waste

Wed, 07 May, 2025

Bring joy into your life this summer through the art of dressing
Bring joy into your life this summer through the art of dressing
To lift your mood, look to energy-boosting green or tangy orange for a zesty approach to summer dressing

Wed, 07 May, 2025

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