This October, Ireland steps into the global fashion spotlight with the launch of the first-ever dedicated Ireland Fashion Week (IFW). 

Kicking off the celebrations, Tuesday, April 22nd saw the official launch for the countrywide celebration of creativity, culture, and creation, with a showstopping celebration of fashion on the rooftop of Anantara The Marker Hotel, Dublin 2. The who’s who of the Irish fashion scene flocked to the central location to celebrate this spotlight of homegrown design, all…

Finalists – Villa Maria Women of Vision Awards 2025

It is with great pleasure that we announce the finalists for the Villa Maria Women of Vision Awards 2025. These inspiring women have shown outstanding leadership, creativity, and impact across industries — from healthcare and fashion to tech, wellness, education, and beyond. Their work is a powerful reflection of what it means to lead with…

Dr. Sinéad Mellett: Letting Nature Heal Nature

In a world where pet care is often dominated by pharmaceuticals and quick fixes, one Irish vet is changing the game—naturally. Meet Dr. Sinéad Mellett, founder of Natural Vet Co., a Cork-based startup creating holistic, herbal-based pet supplements that put wellness back into the hands (and paws) of nature. Nominated for the Villa Maria Women…

Meet Ceara Duffy of NV Beauty & Brows: A True Artist with Heart

In the ever-evolving world of beauty, authenticity, skill, and heart are what truly make a professional stand out — and Ceara Duffy has all three in abundance. The winner of the Best Independent Beauty Professional at the Passoa Hair and Beauty Awards, Ceara is the founder of NV Beauty & Brows.  She is celebrating an…

A Milestone for Irish Beauty: Skin Formulas Named Finalists in Prestigious Global Awards

Skin Formulas, a leading Irish beauty brand renowned for its innovative and high-quality skincare solutions, is proud to announce its nomination as a finalist in the highly prestigious Pure Beauty Global Awards. Celebrating the best in global beauty, the Pure Beauty Global Awards have long been recognised as a landmark event in the industry, with…

Nominees – Villa Maria Women of Vision Awards 2025

It is with great pleasure that we announce the nominees for the Villa Maria Women of Vision Awards 2025. These remarkable individuals have demonstrated exceptional leadership, innovation, and dedication in their respective fields, inspiring us all with their vision and achievements. Our nominees embody the spirit of empowerment, breaking barriers, and paving the way for future generations.…

Female Founders We Want to Celebrate this International Women’s Day

Female Founders We Want to Celebrate this International Women’s Day  Here at The Publicity Loft we have some amazing female founded brands that should be celebrated every day! Find below some insights into a couple of the most innovative brands that are female led and a snippet of the amazing products they have to offer.…

Celebrating Media and Communications Maven 2024: Róisín Tierney Crowe, Founder of RTC

Róisín Tierney Crowe, founder of Real Time Communications (RTC), was honoured as the Media and Communications Maven 2024 at last year’s Women of Vision Awards for her innovative contributions to communications and influencer marketing. With over 15 years of experience in the beauty, fashion, and lifestyle industries, Róisín is a recognised leader in crafting award-winning,…

Karen Koster, Audrey Hamilton, Simon Coveney and Mary Harney among guests at the Anera Inaugural Dinner

Karen Koster, Audrey Hamilton , Rosalind Lipsett Simon Coveney and Mary Harney were among guests at the Anera Inaugural Dinner in Dublin to Support Humanitarian Efforts in Gaza and Palestine Anera hosted its inaugural fundraising dinner in the Intercontinental Hotel Dublin, Simon Coveney, Mary Harney Virgin Media TV presenter Karen Koster, the Lipsett sisters, and…

Women of Vision: Sinéad Dunphy, Eventi Management

Women of Vision: Sinéad Dunphy, Eventi Management   Sinéad Dunphy, Managing Director of Eventi Management, was honoured as the Arts and Culture Advocate 2024 at last year’s Women of Vision Awards for her outstanding contributions to the arts and events industries. With over two decades of experience, Sinéad has been instrumental in enriching Ireland’s cultural…