Lucy in Disguise

Last Saturday, I had the pleasure to have breakfast with Lily Allen and her sister Sarah Owen at Brown's Cafe for a special press preview of their debut fashion line Lucy in Disguise. Inspired by their collective prediliction for vintage, the collection boasts micro-stories based on time-travelling: `20s flapper dresses, `60s billowy Biba frocks and `70s Halston-esque jumpsuits. The result is a little something for everyone: every shape and every era. The pieces really do resonate when seen on the girls. Lily wore a `50s bandana dress with an oversized cardi; while Sarah opted for the teal South Kensington maxi. We also got a sneak peek at A/W 11 which boasts a fringe shift - a favourite of Lily's; and mine too. Oh, if you happen to be tall like me, you'll be delighted to know that lengths are surprisingly long (yay!). Look out for the concession in Brown Thomas and BT2 Dundrum (www.brownthomas.com; 01 605 6666).

Lucy in Disguise

Last Saturday, I had the pleasure to have breakfast with Lily Allen and her sister Sarah Owen at Brown's Cafe for a special press preview of their debut fashion line Lucy in Disguise. Inspired by their collective prediliction for vintage, the collection boasts micro-stories based on time-travelling: `20s flapper dresses, `60s billowy Biba frocks and `70s Halston-esque jumpsuits. The result is a little something for everyone: every shape and every era. The pieces really do resonate when seen on the girls. Lily wore a `50s bandana dress with an oversized cardi; while Sarah opted for the teal South Kensington maxi. We also got a sneak peek at A/W 11 which boasts a fringe shift - a favourite of Lily's; and mine too. Oh, if you happen to be tall like me, you'll be delighted to know that lengths are surprisingly long (yay!). Look out for the concession in Brown Thomas and BT2 Dundrum (www.brownthomas.com; 01 605 6666).

Win €150 Voucher for Freedom Clothing

Freedom Clothing, Galway is giving away a €150 voucher to spend in store on any of their men’s or women’s clothing. All you need to do is like Freedom Clothing on Facebook and finish the following sentence “I like Freedom Clothing because...” in less than 20 words. Post your answer on their wall before 5th June. The best chosen entry will win.  Terms and Conditions apply. Join Freedom Clothing on Facebook for details. 

CLICK HERE FOR YOUR CHANCE TO WIN!

Freedom Clothing: 10 Abbeygate Street, Galway. Ph: 091-865 989

Win €150 Voucher for Freedom Clothing

Freedom Clothing, Galway is giving away a €150 voucher to spend in store on any of their men’s or women’s clothing. All you need to do is like Freedom Clothing on Facebook and finish the following sentence “I like Freedom Clothing because...” in less than 20 words. Post your answer on their wall before 5th June. The best chosen entry will win.  Terms and Conditions apply. Join Freedom Clothing on Facebook for details. 

CLICK HERE FOR YOUR CHANCE TO WIN!

Freedom Clothing: 10 Abbeygate Street, Galway. Ph: 091-865 989

Sandro

If you happen to be about Dublin town tomorrow, do pop in to Brown Thomas where I'll be presenting key looks from French go-to label Sandro. Combining classic pieces with a contemporary twist, the SS/11 collection draws on an eclectic moodboard of references from The Virgin Suicides to `50s Pink Ladies; Harvard and The Hamptons. There are even some flamingoes to be seen - winner! Garment runs are limited and apparently Alexa Chung is a big fan, so claim your favourite pieces while you can.

Sandro SS/11 Style Platforms with Annmarie O'Connor

Saturday, 7th May @Brown Thomas: 12pm, 1pm, 2pm, 3pm. 4pm.

Sandro

If you happen to be about Dublin town tomorrow, do pop in to Brown Thomas where I'll be presenting key looks from French go-to label Sandro. Combining classic pieces with a contemporary twist, the SS/11 collection draws on an eclectic moodboard of references from The Virgin Suicides to `50s Pink Ladies; Harvard and The Hamptons. There are even some flamingoes to be seen - winner! Garment runs are limited and apparently Alexa Chung is a big fan, so claim your favourite pieces while you can.

Sandro SS/11 Style Platforms with Annmarie O'Connor

Saturday, 7th May @Brown Thomas: 12pm, 1pm, 2pm, 3pm. 4pm.

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Best Shoe Ad Ever

Visit Solestruck.com

Jeffrey Campbell 'Benched' - BACK OFF - THESE BABIES ARE MINE!

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Joanne Hynes Accessories

Fashion gets an injection of the exotic thanks to Joanne Hynes’ new accessory collection. Influenced by her homes in India and Ireland, the line of handbags and neckpieces bear a distinctly artisan hallmark in its combination of textures from calfskin and crystal to ethnic style bearding and metal piping work. Hynes’ signature edgy elegance is ever present with fluro box formations, mock croc and silver foil as standard. Get a taste of this ‘Automated Glamour’ @ www.joannehynes.com and  on Joanne's OWJO site for Facebook. CLICK HERE to enter!

Queen Mother Skull Neckpiece €195

Queen Mary Necklace €160

Symmetric Butterfly Necklace €220

Snail Trail Necklace €220

Butterfly 2 Necklace €220

Butterfly Belt €220

Metatron Belt €220

Maximus Clutch €245

Sucker Clutch €245