Fashion and Beauty

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

Spa review: I drove from Cork to Belfast to see if this spa resort is as good as it looks on Instagram
Spa review: I drove from Cork to Belfast to see if this spa resort is as good as it looks on Instagram
Is this the nicest spa resort in Ireland? Denise O’Donoghue drove from Cork to Armagh to see if reality was as good as the Insta image

Wed, 22 Apr, 2026

Let your accessories set the mood of your wardrobe refresh
Let your accessories set the mood of your wardrobe refresh
From oversized aviators that make a statement to a playful floral bonnet, every little extra counts

Wed, 22 Apr, 2026

Unrecognizable African Woman Dry Brushing Legs Making Massage In Bathroom
Life Hack: What is dry body brushing and am I doing it correctly?
Denise O'Donoghue shares expert tips on dry brushing and its benefits for skincare, lymphatic drainage, and more

Mon, 20 Apr, 2026

Desire lines: A stylish robe for seasonal sea swimmers
Desire lines: A stylish robe for seasonal sea swimmers
plus the sell-out jumper designs you won't want to miss

Sat, 18 Apr, 2026

Ayu founder Suzie O'Neill: 'I failed my Leaving. Mum said, ‘you love makeup, why don’t you do that?’'
Ayu founder Suzie O'Neill: 'I failed my Leaving. Mum said, ‘you love makeup, why don’t you do that?’'
With a rapidly growing fanbase of over 500,000 customers online, word-of-mouth Irish beauty brand Ayu is set to become a main player as it launches in Boots.

Thu, 16 Apr, 2026

What to wear to prepare for the unpredictable Irish weather
What to wear to prepare for the unpredictable Irish weather
Preparation is key for spring dressing

Wed, 15 Apr, 2026

Desire Lines: This floaty co-ord brings both elegancy and functionality
Desire Lines: This floaty co-ord brings both elegancy and functionality
Plus the matcha treat to satisfy your cravings 

Sat, 11 Apr, 2026

NET-A-PORTER and MR PORTER D&G Party - London
Dolce & Gabbana co-founder Stefano Gabbana steps down as chairman
Gabbana, 63, will be replaced by chief executive Alfonso Dolce, brother of co-founder Domenico

Fri, 10 Apr, 2026

Poet-core is the latest micro-trend bringing main character energy this season
Poet-core is the latest micro-trend bringing main character energy this season
A graduate of dark academia, its narrative is less gothic, more romantic, with a hint of the historical

Wed, 08 Apr, 2026

Desire Lines: The new Pippa O'Connor and Lucy Nagle collab brings effortless vibrant colour to your wardrobe
Desire Lines: The new Pippa O'Connor and Lucy Nagle collab brings effortless vibrant colour to your wardrobe
Plus the Tipperary-based skincare with a natural touch

Sat, 04 Apr, 2026

Sally Foran: The best of April's beauty releases
Sally Foran: The best of April's beauty releases
Beauty Editor Sally Foran introduces the latest and greatest products to add to your repertoire

Thu, 02 Apr, 2026

What to wear for spring events like Communions and race days
What to wear for spring events like Communions and race days
An instant refresh as spring is in bloom

Wed, 01 Apr, 2026

Desire Lines: Irish knitwear is the way to go if you're after renewable, on-trend fashion
Desire Lines: Irish knitwear is the way to go if you're after renewable, on-trend fashion
Plus the easter event you won't want to miss

Sat, 28 Mar, 2026

Young woman applying chocolate cream with natural ingredients for body treatment to a pretty woman on the spa center.
Sally Foran: I had the best body treatment ever thanks to this new collaboration at Powerscourt
Budapest’s healing waters inspired luxury Hungarian skincare brand Omorovicza, which has entered into a new partnership with Wicklow’s Powerscourt Hotel Resort & Spa

Thu, 26 Mar, 2026

Five key trends from Opera Lane’s spring/summer showcase — and how to wear them
Five key trends from Opera Lane’s spring/summer showcase — and how to wear them
From pastels and florals to elevated casual looks, here's what we'll be wearing in the months ahead

Tue, 24 Mar, 2026

Clodagh Cronin on 25 years of Samui: 'It was a gamble, but I felt I needed to be different'
Clodagh Cronin on 25 years of Samui: 'It was a gamble, but I felt I needed to be different'
As Samui hits 25 years in business, Clodagh Cronin chats to Vickie Maye about building the boutique that put Cork on the fashion map

Sun, 22 Mar, 2026

Desire Lines: Dundalk designer hosts studio event for all shapes and sizes
Desire Lines: Dundalk designer hosts studio event for all shapes and sizes
Plus a coffee machine that’s both an automatic filter coffee maker and an espresso capsule machine

Sat, 21 Mar, 2026

Six simple spring skincare switches to rescue post‑winter skin
Six simple spring skincare switches to rescue post‑winter skin
Beauty Editor Sally Foran is here to help you figure out what your skin needs as we leave the winter months behind

Thu, 19 Mar, 2026

John F. Kennedy Jr. and his wife, Carolyn Bessette Kennedy,
Nineties fashion looks inspired by Carolyn Bessette-Kennedy
Ever since Love Story hit our screens, the internet has fallen head over heels for Carolyn Bessette-Kennedy’s timeless wardrobe.

Wed, 18 Mar, 2026

Desire Lines: These gúnas by fashion line inspired by Irish myth and legend are a wardrobe staple
Desire Lines: These gúnas by fashion line inspired by Irish myth and legend are a wardrobe staple
Plus a St Patrick's Day with a difference in Dingle and the Belfast author's book that's being adapted for a Channel 4 series, as compiled by Weekend guest editors Lousie Cantillon and Doireann Ní Ghlacáin.

Tue, 17 Mar, 2026

Oscars 2026 red carpet: Jessie Buckley, Paul Mescal, Kerry Condon and Maggie O'Farrell
Oscars 2026 red carpet: Jessie Buckley, Paul Mescal, Kerry Condon and Maggie O'Farrell
Jessie Buckley was among the stars to steal the show on this year's red carpet at the 98th Academy Awards 

Mon, 16 Mar, 2026

Meet the designers transforming Irish knitwear for a new generation
Meet the designers transforming Irish knitwear for a new generation
Once a vital source of income for women working within restrictive social systems, a new generation of female designers is reshaping what it means to make — and wear — Irish knitwear 

Sun, 15 Mar, 2026

Meet some of the Irish beauty brands being manufactured in Ireland
Meet some of the Irish beauty brands being manufactured in Ireland
Ahead of St Patrick’s Day, I spoke to two of these founders who are committed to keeping manufacturing in Ireland

Thu, 12 Mar, 2026

I went to the Cork skin clinic that's home to the future of lasting skin health — here's what I learned
I went to the Cork skin clinic that's home to the future of lasting skin health — here's what I learned
One year after she opened KINS facial treatment suite and aesthetics clinic at Cork’s River Lee Hotel, Dr Louise Smyth talks to Vickie Maye about the shift to regenerative skin care methods

Wed, 11 Mar, 2026

Desire Lines: This sporty chic jumpsuit is on top of our wish list
Desire Lines: This sporty chic jumpsuit is on top of our wish list
Plus, Mother's Day cards and the ultimate hot chocolate for Easter.

Sat, 07 Mar, 2026

How to style your wardrobe for an 'IT' girl-inspired look
How to style your wardrobe for an 'IT' girl-inspired look
The Hollywood IT girl had us swoon with her promotional looks for the film — Victorian-inspired velvet neck ribbons, heaving bustiers and John Galliano’s 1992 archival floral coat. Heathcliff, who?

Sat, 07 Mar, 2026

What 20 years in fashion taught me about finding my personal style after becoming a mother
What 20 years in fashion taught me about finding my personal style after becoming a mother
After two decades as a model, I’m well versed in navigating trend cycles, but rebuilding my sense of style after becoming a mother proved to be the hardest change

Sat, 07 Mar, 2026

Grammy Awards 2026
The return of glam: How to embrace the maximalist make-up trend
From Zara Larsson to JADE, female popstars have set a bold new beauty mood for the year ahead. We asked the experts how to do it.

Sat, 07 Mar, 2026

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