Fashion and Beauty

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Irish designers from Derry and Clare take centre stage in Paris
Jonathan Anderson from Co Derry presented his latest creations for Christian Dior — while Michael Stewart from Clare returned with his Standing Ground show in the Irish embassy

Mon, 06 Jul, 2026

Desire lines: Traditional knitwear to combat fast fashion
Desire lines: Traditional knitwear to combat fast fashion
Plus the maritime festival with over 6,000 sailors and attendees

Sat, 04 Jul, 2026

I'm a beauty editor — here's what I pack in my travel bag
I'm a beauty editor — here's what I pack in my travel bag
Some of my go-to beauty products while on the go

Thu, 02 Jul, 2026

Wimbledon-inspired white dress looks to wear this summer
Wimbledon-inspired white dress looks to wear this summer
Ace the tennis look with these hand-selected pieces

Wed, 01 Jul, 2026

Desire Lines: Luxury rental occasionwear designed in Ireland
Desire Lines: Luxury rental occasionwear designed in Ireland
Plus the colourful beach bag for seaside escapes

Sat, 27 Jun, 2026

This €250 supplement created by Irish dermatologists is designed to reverse ageing 
This €250 supplement created by Irish dermatologists is designed to reverse ageing 
Dermatologists Caitriona Ryan and Nicola Ralph have created a new supplement designed to reverse biological signs of ageing with a tie-in with wearable Whoop to track its effects. Sally Foran finds out more.

Thu, 25 Jun, 2026

Summer dressing across borders: How Italian Riviera style can translate to the streets of Cork
Summer dressing across borders: How Italian Riviera style can translate to the streets of Cork
To bring the holiday mode home, select a few key pieces

Wed, 24 Jun, 2026

Desire Lines: The new summer terrace dining experience by the River Lee
Desire Lines: The new summer terrace dining experience by the River Lee
Plus the timeless black dress that has you covered for any number of situations

Sat, 20 Jun, 2026

Stylist Laura Jordan's guide to summer shorts — and four of her top picks
Stylist Laura Jordan's guide to summer shorts — and four of her top picks
Finding the perfect pair of shorts can feel as challenging and demoralising as swimsuit shopping. Stylist Laura Jordan shares the fool-proof tips she follows to find a pair you'll wear on repeat

Sat, 20 Jun, 2026

Sally Foran: Blonzing is the one and done trend you should try
Sally Foran: Blonzing is the one and done trend you should try
Beauty Editor Sally Foran shares her picks for this summer makeup staple

Thu, 18 Jun, 2026

Give him the gift of style this Father's Day with these simple wardrobe staples
Give him the gift of style this Father's Day with these simple wardrobe staples
A few simple wardrobe updates will instantly elevate your father's wardrobe

Wed, 17 Jun, 2026

Desire Lines: Back to the noughties with on-trend pieces from Marks and Spencer
Desire Lines: Back to the noughties with on-trend pieces from Marks and Spencer
Plus hand-poured candles, and the perfect rosé for summer

Sat, 13 Jun, 2026

Closeup woman hands holding mesh cosmetic bag and try to put them in luggage. Packing to go on a getaway vacation.
Sally Foran: In-flight beauty routines are taking off — here are my top picks
Beauty doesn't always need to be a 10-step routine, these are the steps I take to stop my face ending up like a withered prune and avoid that dreaded post-flight bloat

Thu, 11 Jun, 2026

Navigate summer style with these classic yacht-club-ready pieces
Navigate summer style with these classic yacht-club-ready pieces
This classic look is yacht-club-ready without the pricey membership

Wed, 10 Jun, 2026

Desire Lines: Outshine the sun with this colourful summer bag
Desire Lines: Outshine the sun with this colourful summer bag
Plus the football focused fashion collab in time for the World Cup

Sat, 06 Jun, 2026

Leah Keane's bridal make-up look: Step-by-step and products used
Leah Keane's bridal make-up look: Step-by-step and products used
Roy Keane’s daughter, Leah Keane, married English footballer Taylor Harwood-Bellis at the weekend

Fri, 05 Jun, 2026

Sally Foran: New beauty launches, including a serum that target how sleep loss impacts the skin
Sally Foran: New beauty launches, including a serum that target how sleep loss impacts the skin
Beauty Editor Sally Foran breaks down the latest launches to add to your beauty routine

Thu, 04 Jun, 2026

A place in the sun: Dressing on point for the beach made easy
A place in the sun: Dressing on point for the beach made easy
Think an Instagram-worthy straw hat paired with a flowing zebra-print kaftan for a look that’s giving more beach-babe than beach-bum

Wed, 03 Jun, 2026

Desire Lines: Light and breathable summer bed linen to keep you cool in the heat
Desire Lines: Light and breathable summer bed linen to keep you cool in the heat
Plus the body spray to have you feeling confident baring skin in the sunny weather

Sat, 30 May, 2026

Smiling Woman Applying Sun Cream
Sally Foran: Ireland still has work to do when it comes to SPF protection
As more parks offer free SPF dispensers, our beauty editor shares why she believes we should fully embrace Australia's SunSmart guide - and the common SPF myths we all need to avoid

Thu, 28 May, 2026

Summer gúna season is here, from polka dot minis to buttercup midis
Summer gúna season is here, from polka dot minis to buttercup midis
This wardrobe staple never fails to provide a one-and-done look

Wed, 27 May, 2026

My ultimate cheat sheet to heat-proof make-up — with tips from celebrity makeup artists
My ultimate cheat sheet to heat-proof make-up — with tips from celebrity makeup artists
From primer to setting spray, your ultimate roadmap to make-up that lasts

Mon, 25 May, 2026

Desire lines: Bold yet classic summer workwear to add to your wardrobe 
Desire lines: Bold yet classic summer workwear to add to your wardrobe 
Plus the Kerry chocolate factory to take you to a world of pure imagination

Sat, 23 May, 2026

Sally Foran: Sustainable Irish brands worth adding to your beauty routine
Sally Foran: Sustainable Irish brands worth adding to your beauty routine
Greenwashing is a part of the beauty industry, but sustainability is woven into the identity of these Irish companies, writes Sally Foran

Thu, 21 May, 2026

79th Cannes Film Festival
Michael Fassbender smiles alongside wife Alicia Vikander at Cannes
The pair were at the 79th Cannes Film Festival for their upcoming film Hope.

Mon, 18 May, 2026

Desire lines: Sportswear marries with contemporary femininity in this fun collab
Desire lines: Sportswear marries with contemporary femininity in this fun collab
Plus the stage show celebrating Irish music icons

Sat, 16 May, 2026

79th Cannes Film Festival
In pictures: Ruth Negga and Maura Higgins among red carpet guests at Cannes Film Fest
Irish stars appeared alongside a number of international film stars at the festival's opening ceremony on Tuesday

Wed, 13 May, 2026

These sugar-spun heroes are the injection of colour your wardrobe is craving
These sugar-spun heroes are the injection of colour your wardrobe is craving
Take a dip into the sweet hues of candyfloss pink or butter up your look with soft yellow with these sugar-spun heroes

Wed, 13 May, 2026

SHANNEN HEALY
S I’m going to 11 weddings this year — here’s how I’m saving money and still having fun
Cork-born, Dublin-based Shannen Healy has grown a following as a de-influencer, sharing her imperfect sustainable journey online. Here she shares how she is approaching wedding season in a way that saves money, reduces waste, and doesn’t take away from the fun

Wed, 13 May, 2026

Bright sparks: ‘Dopamine dressing’ lights up Bafta red carpet
Bright sparks: ‘Dopamine dressing’ lights up Bafta red carpet
Celebrities embraced bright colours and shimmering textures with gowns in ruby, tangerine and sparkling metallics.

Mon, 11 May, 2026

'It just seemed like a no-brainer': Meet the women who make their own clothes
'It just seemed like a no-brainer': Meet the women who make their own clothes
In bedrooms, kitchens, and shared workshops across Ireland, sewing machines are humming again, as a quiet rebellion against fast fashion. Sarah Finnan speaks to three women about the power of making your own clothes 

Sat, 09 May, 2026

Desire lines: The eco-friendly sunglasses for a forward-thinking summer
Desire lines: The eco-friendly sunglasses for a forward-thinking summer
Plus the 4 week Cork art exhibition in a five-star resort

Sat, 09 May, 2026

Storage, repairs, mending: The fashion editor's guide to making your clothes last longer
Storage, repairs, mending: The fashion editor's guide to making your clothes last longer
We asked Style editor Annmarie O'Connor to share her top tips to keep your wardrobe in good shape 

Sat, 09 May, 2026

How a free app and a stylist helped me shop less and find my style
How a free app and a stylist helped me shop less and find my style
Caught in a cycle of overconsumption, Nicole Glennon set out to buy less and wear more in 2026. She shares the five-step process that helped her feel more confident, spend less money, and become a more sustainable shopper 

Sat, 09 May, 2026

Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce announce engagement on social media
Was Taylor Swift’s engagement ring an omen of our obsession with vintage jewellery?
Taylor Swift’s engagement ring might have been one of the flashiest signs, but a new generation has been lusting over vintage jewellery for a while.

Sat, 09 May, 2026

I went behind the scenes at Vision Ireland to see the impact of our fast fashion addiction
I went behind the scenes at Vision Ireland to see the impact of our fast fashion addiction
From next-day delivery to resale apps like Vinted and Depop, clothing is moving through Ireland faster than ever. Inside the Vision Ireland warehouse, the scale of the country’s textile waste problem becomes impossible to ignore, writes Holly Warren

Fri, 08 May, 2026

Sally Foran: What I learned at Val Garland's beauty masterclass
Sally Foran: What I learned at Val Garland's beauty masterclass
The beauty legend recently hosted a masterclass for Primark in London 

Thu, 07 May, 2026

How to wear soft silhouettes and delicate fabrics this summer
How to wear soft silhouettes and delicate fabrics this summer
Blur the lines between romance and sensuality

Wed, 06 May, 2026

The Met Gala 2026 - New York
Beyonce in skeletal couture and 11 of the most eye-catching Met Gala outfits
The museum’s spring exhibition, Costume Art, will be on view from May 10.

Tue, 05 May, 2026

Desire Lines: Retro swimwear to wear as we dream of summer holidays
Desire Lines: Retro swimwear to wear as we dream of summer holidays
Plus details of Kathryn Thomas's sold-out wellness retreats in the Algarve this month

Sat, 02 May, 2026

Sally Foran: The best new beauty releases in May
Sally Foran: The best new beauty releases in May
Beauty Editor Sally Foran introduces the latest and greatest products to add to your repertoire

Thu, 30 Apr, 2026

From darling buds to bold petal power, there is something to suit every mood this spring
From darling buds to bold petal power, there is something to suit every mood this spring
The perennial print is a force of nature that instantly refreshes your wardrobe just in time for those longer days

Wed, 29 Apr, 2026

Desire lines: The made-to-order dress that has us dreaming of spring and summer weddings
Desire lines: The made-to-order dress that has us dreaming of spring and summer weddings
Plus the Cork handmade jewellery treasure trove worth a detour 

Sat, 25 Apr, 2026

Wuthering Heights star Jacob Elordi revealed as new face of Bleu de Chanel
Wuthering Heights star Jacob Elordi revealed as new face of Bleu de Chanel
Jacob Elordi, who has established himself as one of the most compelling actors of his generation, said he is honoured to be part of the Bleu de Chanel story

Thu, 23 Apr, 2026

Sally Foran: The best budget beauty products from €4
Sally Foran: The best budget beauty products from €4
As a beauty editor, I can assure anyone on a budget that there are many products under €20 packed with formulas that rival, and sometimes even outperform, their premium counterparts

Thu, 23 Apr, 2026

The Devil Wears Prada 2 European premiere
In pictures: Meryl Streep, Anne Hathaway and Emily Blunt reunite for Devil Wears Prada 2
The sequel to the 2006 hit returns audiences to the cutthroat world of Runway magazine and its formidable editor-in-chief Miranda Priestly,

Thu, 23 Apr, 2026

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