In 1938 when visionary Italian shoe designer Salvatore Ferragamo, also known as shoemaker to the stars, created the very first pair of wedge heeled shoes, little did he know that for every summer to follow the wedge would play a lead role. At the Shoehorn.ie the wedge heel is a summer classic with this season…
We’ve found some handy travel/ festival friendly, miniature beauty saviours that will keep you looking your festival best – come rain or shine. Unless you’re glamping in a luxury fort, it’s fair to say that festivals are not the most glamorous of events nor is hours of travelling with limited beauty resources. We’ve picked out…
Over 800 events are taking place nationally in an attempt to strengthen community ties and tackle social isolation. Michael Ring TD, Minister for Rural and Community Development, is today (Friday) reminding people to reach out to their neighbours as part of The Big Hello!, the first National Community Weekend which takes place this Bank Holiday Weekend (4-6 May). “The Big Hello” supports communities to host events in their local area in order to strengthen community ties and help…
As part of Cork Midsummer Festival, a trail of tales and scéals across the streets of Cork will take place Friday 21- Saturday 22 June 2019. The Good Room presents the fourth edition of Crosstown Drift, a trail of tales and scéals across the streets of Cork and beyond, as part of Cork Midsummer Festival 2019. Over…
We put a huge emphasis on sun protection for our face and body during the summer months. However, should we include our hair in this essential routine? Most do not consider the harsh consequences of the sun’s UVA/UVB rays that can result in our signature locks becoming dull, damaged and dehydrated. Furthermore, the aggressive impact…
By Amy Nolan If we learnt anything from Miranda Priestly, it’s that accessories can make or break an outfit. Remember that absolute scathing retort Miranda (Meryl Streep) gave Andy (Anne Hathaway) in the cult favourite flick The Devil Wears Prada for suggesting two belts looked identical? If we learned anything from the fictitious icy editor…
Bubbles will be flying across the city this month, as corks start popping for the first ever Festival of Prosecco. The highly anticipated event, which is being run in association with Tindal Wine Merchants and the Perlage Winery in Italy, will kick off this week in Cork. The festival will be hosted across The Metropole…
Munster Agricultural Society launches the Cork Summer Show, Munster’s largest agricultural show. Munster Agricultural Society has launched its most ambitious show schedule for the much-loved Cork Summer Show 2019. Taking place at the Curraheen showgrounds on Saturday and Sunday, June 15 & 16, the largest agricultural show in Munster promises to top the summer events…
May is Melanoma Awareness Month and Uriage is calling on the public to adopt safe behaviour in the sun when abroad as well as in Ireland. Skin cancer is the most common cancer in Ireland with over 1,000 new cases diagnosed year and on average 159 people dying annually. Cases of melanoma have almost trebled…
By Mary- Jane O’Regan Azure Jewellery specialises in exquisite handmade jewellery, bridal jewellery and bridal hair accessories, all of which are handcrafted in their studio in the heart of Cork City. You have found your dream gown; you are loving the location of the venue and you have chosen the bigger details of your big day.…