For centeries women have been informed of what is the most aesthetically pleasing body shape to maintain. For example, for many women of the nineteenth century, corsets were the accessory of the day in the hopes of their waists shrinking smaller and smaller to fit the relevant beauty standard. Over time variations of body positivity…
Coming to college can bring a multitude of worries, and surprisingly enough those worries can sometimes include ‘what do I need to pack or invest in for my college wardrobe?’. With Ireland’s changing elements it can be difficult to condense the size of our wardrobes down, in comparison to what you might have at home…
Writes Katie Burke – Fashion Editor With the current conversation surrounding saving the planet from environmental damnation and the role the fashion industry can play in that endeavour, we seem to be inundated nowadays with high street and online retailers vying to prove their new-found eco-friendliness. One retailer who seems to have completely missed this…
Study season is upon us once more, and although each day is another day closer to Summer exams, it’s also one step closer to freedom. While study breaks become far and few between, and a trip to the shops is borderline impossible, a few online stores are here to help ease the exam stress! …
When we think of the Irish fashion industry, we’re typically reminded of Aran knits, tweed waistcoats, famine-style shawls and TV3’s Xposé. We’re reminded of traditional styles, inside-the-box thinking and a ‘follow the crowd’ attitude. Khaki parkas in the Winter and denim shorts in the Summer. From the outset, it seems pretty clear cut: we are…
Stormi turned 1! Kylie Jenner and Travis Scott’s daughter Stormi just turned one, and her birthday party was beyond extravagant. Guests entered ‘Stormiland’ through a giant inflatable Stormi face and were treated to all kinds of Stormi themed snacks. The party had theme park-like rides, a gift shop, a magical rainbow forest, and Stormi’s favourite…
Each year the fashion world sees two ‘Fashion Months,’ one beginning in February, and another in September, each lasting four weeks, showcasing designers’ latest collections in the fashion capitals of the world, namely; New York, London, Milan and Paris (in that exact order). In February, designers showcase their Autumn/Winter collections, while in September designers debut…
Cycling Shorts have been on the horizon for the past few months. Love them or hate them, they look pretty damn comfortable. Tie-Dye is something I can get behind. My crafty eight-year-old self will be happy to see this trend re-emerge. The jury is still out on the Neon trend. Slightly reminiscent of our…
Everyone knows a basic gal. Or at least they think they do. If you don’t know one, then let’s face it, you probably are one (sorry). A few typical signs and symptoms might include, but are not limited to the following: You are the proud owner Michael Kors bucket bag. Circa 2014, you…
The New Year is notoriously a time of change. Bad habits are broken (temporarily at least), new habits are created, and we all aim to become the best versions of ourselves, whatever that might be. However, while the spirit of the New Year suggests that everything should be ruffled up, there are a few things…