Just two days to go until ieStyle Live — here's what you need to know

ieStyle LIVE fashion event, in association with Clarins at City Hall, Cork City. Picture: Larry Cummins.

The most glamorous event in Cork makes a return to Cork City Hall this Thursday evening as ieStyle Live takes over the iconic venue.

Handbags and glad rags will be out in force for the event, presented by The Irish Examiner in association with Clarins, which combines dinner, discussion and fashion.

Guests will enjoy a drinks reception, a showcase of the latest fashion, thought-provoking live discussion, and an unforgettable dining experience.

Our host on the night will be none other than actor and comedian Deirdre O'Kane. Guests will also hear from Annmarie O'Connor, author, advocate, stylist and award-winning journalist, who will share her deeply personal and inspiring journey of being diagnosed with Parkinson's disease.

Models on the runway during the ieStyle LIVE fashion event, in association with Clarins at City Hall, Cork City. Picture: Larry Cummins.

The night will feature a fashion show styled by Corina Gaffney, bringing together the latest looks, with Pamela Morrissey, one of Ireland's most celebrated hairdressers, and celebrity make-up artist Christine Lucignano showcasing their artistry.

Last year’s event featured the season’s top fashion and beauty looks, along with a powerful keynote speech from conductor and composer Eimear Noone, the first woman to conduct at an Oscars ceremony in Hollywood.

Noone spoke about the challenges she has faced as a woman in the music industry, including being fired while pregnant with her first son, which led to a precedent-setting case that changed the law in the state of California.

Conductor and composer Eimear Noone conducting a quintet from Cork Youth Orchestra at City Hall for the Irish Examiner, ieStyle Live at City Hall Cork. Picture: Larry Cummins.

Stephanie White, Director of Children's Services at Barnardos, shared with guests the impact of support from an event like ieStyle Live on their work.

Make-up artist Christine Lucignano created beautiful looks on the models using products from Clarins and stylist Corina Gaffey brought the best of the season’s style to the runway.

On the night, tributes were paid through the Women of Impact prize in association with Lidl to two audience members, while Irish Examiner Style Editor Annmarie O’Connor also named a guest who was awarded the Dressed with Personality honour.

Expect glitz and glam, meaningful discussion, and connection in a room full of like-minded individuals this Thursday.

What time will doors open?

Doors open at 5.30pm for the drinks reception. The show starts at 7pm followed by dinner from 7.30pm, with the event closing at 11pm.

What is the dress code?

Think smart evening attire — stylish, sophisticated, and event-ready.

What about parking? 

Cork City Hall has a nearby public car park. We recommend allowing extra time for travel. Two of the closest carparks to the venue are Q Park Cork City Hall and The Elysian Car Park. Accessible entrances are available.