Can you IMAGINE?! We’ve heard some off-the-wall wedding tales before, remember the bride who put together a list of ridiculous rules for her bridesmaids and the couple who charged their wedding guests for hot drinks, BUT this might be the most shocking story yet. When it comes to choosing your wedding party, people tend to […]

9 years ago

Or you know, not even cook but just stare at how stunningly beautiful your kitchen is. Although in saying that, it would make cooking less of a chore and more of a hobby, or so we’ll tell ourselves anyway. We’re completely aware of how expensive a kitchen refit is from appliances to tiles to light […]

9 years ago

Huge congrats to the new parents. Amal and George Clooney are proud parents, having welcomed twins this morning. According to The Associated Press, a statement released on behalf of George’s publicist reads: “This morning Amal and George welcomed Ella and Alexander Clooney into their lives. Ella, Alexander and Amal are all healthy, happy and doing fine. George […]

10 years ago

Holly Willoughby is fast becoming one of our favourite famous faces. We just want to be friends with the mama of three who comes across so natural and freindly on screen, with a fantastic sense of style too. If you take a quick scroll through the TV presenter’s Instagram account, you’ll notice that there’s one pattern […]

10 years ago

It looks like there’s a new engagement ring trend for 2017 and we’re in love. Yesterday we featured the most pinned engagement ring on Pinterest this year which just so happened to be rose gold. While some are fed up of the trend which has been heavily featured in interiors, stationery, hair trends and everything in […]

10 years ago

Thanks to the ridiculously humid weather of the last week, we’re all about paring our makeup back. As busy women, juggling enough with work and home life, it’s no surprise that a meticulous beauty look is way down our list of priorities. That said, we love our makeup and when told that we can have a radiant, […]

10 years ago

Lisa Roussos has come off life support to the news that her eight-year-old daughter, Saffie Rose Roussos, was killed in the Manchester terror attack. Since the bombing on May 22nd, Lisa (48) has had two operations as a result of shrapnel injuries, and she is believed to have regained consciousness in recent days. According to The Independent, […]

10 years ago

Floor to ceiling windows, ducks paddling on the shore, boats dotted along the river, the sound of waves lapping, outdoor hot tubs, hidden nooks and crannies, Foxford blankets…need I go on? The above outlines just some of the delights Ballina’s Ice House Hotel has to offer with the boutique hotel proving a true hidden gem. […]

10 years ago

CUTE. The Coronas always come across as a group of nice guys and this was proved recently by frontman Danny’s impromptu singalong with eight-year-old Shaylyn. The band held an album listening party in Kilkenny this week and the little one decided this was the perfect opportunity to duet with Danny. Not shy about coming face […]

10 years ago

Last week, we discussed how rose gold engagement rings are becoming VERY popular for 2017. It’s no major surprise then that the engagement ring reigning supreme on Pinterest right now is a rose gold beauty. Custom-made for Sylvia Billone, the ring is a solitaire, “1.22 karats with a two-millimeter-width rose gold band”. Although Sylvia hasn’t […]

10 years ago

Keeping it in the family. Marie-Claire Meehan got in touch to tell us the lovely tale behind her sister Helen’s recent wedding and it was so lovely, we wanted to share it with the masses. The Meehan family own a bridal boutique in Newry, Bridal by Seven, and Helen decided to have her six sisters […]

10 years ago

Heartbreaking. It has been one week since the brutal bombing in Manchester which claimed the lives of 22 people. Last night, the people of Manchester held a vigil at St. Ann’s Square to remember the victims and show solidarity with those who are coping with devastating injuries as a result of the blast. Today, Grazia […]

10 years ago

As busy mamas, loitering over fashion choices isn’t a priority and easy yet stylish options are essential. Value for money is a major priority and given the fact that this Zara shirt is so versatile, it’s a purchase you won’t regret. The €39.95 ‘Multi-Position’ shirt has just arrived on the online site and you can […]

10 years ago

A female zookeeper has been killed by a tiger at Hamerton Zoo Park in Cambridgeshire. According to reports, the animal entered the enclosure while the keeper was inside although no further details have been made available as of yet. Cambridge Police issued the following Twitter posts after the terrible accident: We attended an incident at […]

10 years ago

Ummmmm. There’s no denying that the names celebrity parents choose for their children can inspire new trends as proved by the moniker chosen for Blake Lively and Ryan Reynold’s second baby girl, Ines. While Ines is a definite favourite this year, coming in at number 5 on the Nameberry list of favoured baby girl names […]

10 years ago

An attempted child abduction has been reported in Cork. According to The Irish Independent, the alleged abduction took place as a ten-year-old child walked home from primary school yesterday. It’s believed the incident happened at a shortcut between the Duntaheen and Cork Roads in Fermoy around 3:30 pm. The young boy said the man asked […]

10 years ago

If staring at images of picture-perfect homes is your thing, this interior collection is going to bring you joy. When looking to get ahead of the posse, look to the curved trend which is big in lighting, seating and storage, and a fab way to update your home for 2017. Bower, an American interiors studio […]

10 years ago

Estée Lauder Double Wear is probably sitting in your makeup bag right now and if not, you’ve definitely tried it at some point. The cult foundation is one of those products that has a massive fan following due to its high-coverage, long-lasting formula. However, there’s a NEW Double Wear, Double Wear Nude Water Fresh MakeUp, […]

10 years ago

You definitely haven’t heard this one before. We’ve heard plenty of relationship advice in recent times, with dating experts and love gurus there to offer their theories on how to proceed when it comes to matters of the heart. However, the latest tip is a bit of a random one and for that very reason, […]

10 years ago

The Netflix obsession continues. Docu-series The Keepers has been hailed the new Making a Murderer and House of Cards returns for a fifth season on 30th May, so it’s safe to say that the streaming site is as big as it was when first introduced. Newly released data collated by High Speed Internet.com shows the most popular Netflix […]

10 years ago

If you were of the opinion that more babies are born during the night, it turns out that this old wives tale isn’t strictly true. A study circulated by the Center for Disease Control and Prevention’s Center for Health Statistics has shown that in the United States, the majority of newborns arrive between the hours of […]

10 years ago

If you’re looking for something fun to do with the kids this weekend, we have just the ticket. A new baby elephant has been born at Dublin Zoo and he needs a name. This little guy, the sixth elephant calf to be born at the popular tourist attraction in less than three years, arrived on Monday […]

10 years ago

Yikes. If reports are to be believed, then Pippa Middleton’s marriage to James Matthews is just days away. It’s thought that the couple will say their vows in front of family and friends this Saturday, May 20th, and of course, the excitement is building. According to E News, Pippa has been working out at the […]

10 years ago

Amy Childs and her boyfriend Bradley Wright welcomed their first child last month and now, they’ve revealed the little one’s name. In the interview accompanying her cover shoot for OK magazine, Amy said that she and Bradley decided to go the traditional route when it came to choosing the all-important moniker. Chatting to the publication, […]

10 years ago

We’ve all heard the saying ‘abs are made in the kitchen’ and you can bet we’re all sick to the teeth of it too. In saying that, there is some method to this particular madness and there is research from Harvard University to back it up. There are certain foods that bring on bloating but […]

10 years ago

A nine-year-old child has passed away after becoming ill at a swimming pool in Dublin. According to The Irish Times, the incident occurred at Tallaght Community School Sports Complex in Balrothery where emergency services attended the scene. A Garda investigation has been launched but early reports suggest this case is being treated as a sudden […]

10 years ago

‘Boy and girl jobs’. Let’s all take a moment for that to sink in, a statement uttered by the Prime Minister of Britain, Theresa May, during an appearance alongside her husband Philip John May on The One Show this week. The below clip shows Theresa and Philip laughing like having different household jobs for different […]

10 years ago

Pippa Middleton and James Matthews’ wedding has been the centre of media attention recently with the news that there was a ‘no ring, no bring’ policy in place. Next, talk turned to Pippa’s pre-wedding diet and now, there are rumours that guests are being asked to bring a second outfit to the wedding reception. Richard […]

10 years ago

Awwwwww. Liam and Cheryl’s firstborn has to be one of the most-talked-about babies in the history of celeb land. The couple never formally announced that they were expecting which only led to heightened anticipation of the birth and when the announcement came back in March, it was just lovely. Then we found out that the […]

10 years ago

Can you IMAGINE? The crazy wedding requests just keep on coming and the latest one is nothing short of ridiculous. One story is spreading like wildfire across the internet this evening after she shared her story. Having been invited to a wedding, she assumed it was the full day because the invite didn’t say otherwise but […]

10 years ago

Raw, real, unfiltered love. Wedding photographer James Day, based in Australia, has shared possibly the most emotional photograph to ever grace the internet and the story behind it is just as gorgeous. James was taking photos at Adrian and Roslyn’s wedding and when it was time for sunset, he prepared for the money shot. However, […]

10 years ago

If you’re at a loss for an occasion outfit, Zara’s new section might have you covered. “Dress Time” has just launched and it’s full of gorgeous pieces perfect for summer event season, which includes everything from weddings to communions to garden parties to BBQs. Whether your look is feminine and you love tea dresses or […]

10 years ago

Is the prosecco craze nearing an end? While the above might be an exaggeration, with reports of a shortage, it’s probably time we started to seek out other options to fuel our love of bubbles…just in case. Thankfully, wine consultant and Forbes writer Nick Passmore, Italian sparkling wine Trentodoc is way ahead of prosecco when it […]

10 years ago

The jury’s out on this one. When it comes to relationships, there’s any amount of experts ready to give their opinions on what makes for successful coupledom. The latest advice we’ve come across is from Ken Page, a psychotherapist who has numerous articles published in Psychology Today and is the brains behind Deeper Dating: How […]

10 years ago

Have you tried this particular product? Pinterest is proving a treasure trove for finding what products are most popular and deliver the best results. We’ve previously chatted about the most-pinned nude lipstick previously here, and it turns out that the most popular mascara is another purchase you’ll recognise. Yep, No 7 Stay Perfect mascara which retails […]

10 years ago

Twinning. If you’ve ever wanted to dress your mini-me in similar outfits to yours, it’s time for a scout around Penneys. The budget retailer has just launched matching mother and daughter outfits and honestly, we can’t even deal with the cuteness. There are matching denim looks, pretty summer dresses and a staple that will ever […]

10 years ago

She’s just TOO cool. Beyoncé has been pictured wearing an ASOS t-shirt in her latest Instagram posts and surprise, surprise, it’s sold out. The €18.92 maternity ‘Preggers’ tee became an overnight sensation after Queen B rocked it in her latest Insta look and suffice to say, she’s rocking it. A post shared by Beyoncé (@beyonce) […]

10 years ago

Imagine. Twin sisters Danielle Grant and Kim Abraham are going viral today after both giving birth to baby boys on the same day in the same hospital Still with us? As if that wasn’t enough of a mind-boggling sentence, the twins also found out they were pregnant on the same day and were told they […]

10 years ago

Awhhh. Amy Childs recently gave birth to a baby girl and since then, she’s been giving fans updates via her Instagram account. First came this adorable snap of the little one’s hand and today, the reality TV star shared how happy she is to be a mother. Welcome to the world my beautiful daughter ? […]

10 years ago

Does it feature on your shopping list? When it comes to fruit and superfoods, it’s hard to beat the humble blueberry for its range of nutritional benefits. However, in order to take good care of your digestive system, you should be stocking up on mango. Not only is the fruit delicious and brings the summer beach […]

10 years ago

The big day is fast approaching. There’s been plenty of talk about Pippa Middleton’s wedding recently with reports suggesting she will marry multi-millionaire James Matthews, hedge fund manager, and former pro racing driver, on May 20. Everyone’s speculating about what type of dress she will wear and who’s on the guest list but now, concerns […]

10 years ago

It’s certainly a weekend for celebrity babies. Conor McGregor and Dee Devlin are eagerly awaiting the arrival of their first child, Alex and Steven Gerrard have welcomed a baby boy and it’s a little girl for Ciara and Russell Wilson. Hurrah! The singer and NFL star named their bundle of joy, Sienna Princess Wilson, and […]

10 years ago

We knew it was on the cards but we’re disappointed nonetheless. It’s an understatement to say that Barack and Michelle Obama are sorely missed since they left the White House and there was a faint hope that Michelle might run for president in the future. However, it’s not to be with Michelle explaining why in […]

10 years ago

Whether you’re booking a romantic break away with your partner (ha, chance would be a fine thing) or a family-friendly stay, how you book can actually make a difference financially. You might try a third-party travel website in order to find the best bargain or a last-minute deal, but it turns out this isn’t always the […]

10 years ago

Anxiety is something that can take hold of anyone, at any time. It can be extremely troubling and difficult to manage and sometimes in that situation, you need a little reassurance from those closest to you. Case in point, Callie Theodore who has shared a Facebook post straight from the heart, describing her experience with […]

10 years ago

Congrats are in order. Storm and Ronan Keating are proud parents to a baby boy with the Boyzlife singer announcing the happy news on his Instagram account today. A post shared by Ronan Keating (@rokeating) on Apr 27, 2017 at 6:10am PDT Sharing an adorable photo of Storm holding their new arrival, Ronan wrote: “Incredibly […]

10 years ago

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10 years ago

There’s nothing we love more than scrolling through Instagram and Pinterest, daydreaming about redecorating and spending all our money on throw cushions and copper cutlery. Of course, bills and the expenses involved to simply exist, mean that interiors aren’t always top of the list when it comes to financial planning. However, ladies, Zara Home won’t […]

10 years ago

Remember the foundation with a waiting list of 25,000, now there’s a face cream causing mass hysteria among beauty fans world over. There are currently 7,500 people on the waiting list for Marks & Spencer Absolute Sleep Cream (€30) which was first launched last year. According to Harper’s Bazaar, it sold out everywhere and is […]

10 years ago

The tenth anniversary of Madeleine McCann’s disappearance occurs on May 3rd and as a result, the case is a major topic of media discussion at present. Although there have been numerous theories about what happened the Leicester-born three-year-old, the latest one might be the most chilling. Paulo Pereira Cristovao, a Portuguese investigator, has spoken out […]

10 years ago