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What fashion trends worked in 2017 and what will roll over into 2018?

What sold in 2017 — and what trends will stay big for the year ahead? Annmarie O’Connor asks the country’s top fashion buyers (spoiler alert: keep those trouser suits and sneakers)

travel

Even when you’ve had your fill, you’ll return for more

fashion and beauty

Trend of the week: Winter florals to get excited about

fashion and beauty

The gender politics of pockets

fashion and beauty

Statement earrings dominate fashion week

fashion and beauty

Why age is just a number when it comes to fashion

The five coats you need now

Annmarie O’Connor unveils the winter coats you need to invest in

Sat, 30 Sep, 2017

Lidl and Heidi Klum - has the High Street reached peak collaboration?

As Heidi Klum’s new collection lands in Lidl, have we reached peak celebrity/fashion collaboration? Annmarie O’Connor reports.

Sat, 19 Aug, 2017

How to wear it: Your Autumn/Winter style edit

It’s the new season made simple. Fashion editor Annmarie O’Connor reveals her six top Autumn/Winter trends – and how to wear them.

Sat, 19 Aug, 2017

How to reduce a fear of speaking in public

A recent survey ranks fear of public speaking higher than death, if you are in that category you are in good company, but there is also a lot you can do to reduce and manage any nerves you have, says Annmarie O’Connor

Fri, 04 Aug, 2017

How to wear it: Tie waist trousers

Styling a pair of tie waist trousers is a cinch, says Annmarie O’Connor.

Sat, 08 Jul, 2017

Honey, they shrank the bag: Designer totes go mini

Designer totes have gone micro and the fashion elite can’t get enough of them. Style editor Annmarie O’Connor on the rise of the mini bag.

Wed, 28 Jun, 2017

Style evolution: Four new festival fashion looks

Festival fashion has come a long way since Kate’s iconic Hunter wellies and hot pants at Glastonbury in 2005. Now there’s a new look for the festival field, says Annmarie O’Connor.

Sat, 27 May, 2017

Trend of the week: Sports Luxe

Stretch your sartorial muscle with sports luxe looks, writes Annmarie O’Connor.

Sat, 13 May, 2017

Trend of the week: Ruffles

Frill seekers, your season has arrived! says Annmarie O’Connor.

Sat, 01 Apr, 2017

Trend of the week: Retro sport

Cut a dash without breaking a sweat, says Annmarie O’Connor.

Sat, 25 Mar, 2017

Trend of the week: Zebra stripes

ZEBRA CROSSING: We’re ready to take a walk on the wild side, says Annmarie O’Connor.

Sat, 18 Mar, 2017

Trend of the week: Flower power

Prove your petal mettle in this season’s florals, says Annmarie O’Connor.

Sat, 25 Feb, 2017

Trend of the week: Shirt and jeans, the perfect couple

Jeans and shirts are fashion's power-couple. Because some things are just meant to be, says Annmarie O’Connor.

Sat, 28 Jan, 2017

Trend of the week: Sport luxe

Do like the Danes and prepare to snuggle in style, says Annmarie O’Connor.

Sat, 07 Jan, 2017

Trend of the week: Get ready for metallic

Get ready. The lesser spotted metallic is coming out to party, says Annmarie O’Connor

Sat, 31 Dec, 2016

Trend of the week: Nightwear to dream for

Do like the Danes and prepare to snuggle in style, says Annmarie O’Connor. Here are her picks for luxury nightwear.

Sat, 24 Dec, 2016

Inside the wardrobes of Ireland's top designers

Ever wondered what’s inside the wardrobes of Ireland’s top designers and stylists? Weekend takes a look

Sat, 03 Dec, 2016

Designer Joanne Hynes on her move to the high street

Just weeks after giving birth to her fourth child, Joanne Hynes launched her new line for Dunnes Stores. Annmarie O’Connor meets the unstoppable designer.

Sat, 15 Oct, 2016

Trend of the week: Textured fabric

Make maximalism your new season maxim, says Annmarie O’Connor.

Sat, 15 Oct, 2016

Fashion editor Annmarie O’Connor’s winter coat edit

Looking to invest in a classic winter coat? Fashion editor Annmarie O’Connor has done the work for you.

Sat, 01 Oct, 2016

Trend alert: How to dress this autumn

It’s the new season made simple. Fashion editor Annmarie O’Connor reveals her six top trends and how to wear them.

Sat, 03 Sep, 2016

Trend of the week: Festival favourites

Play the field with festival season's new dress code, says Annmarie O’Connor.

Sat, 09 Jul, 2016

What you need to know about the new 'Style Rules' for men and women

Style is about much more than following trends. But there have been seismic changes in the fashion world and you need to know the new rules, writes Annmarie O’Connor.

Tue, 21 Jun, 2016