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  • Some gorgeous homeware pieces just landed in Penneys and the prices are so good

    Some gorgeous homeware pieces just landed in Penneys and the prices are so good

    Penneys just released the most amazing homeware range. If you’re feeling like redecorating but can’t afford to splash the cash, then we have the best news because our favourite budget retailer has just released the most beautiful interiors range. Botanica is the brand’s spring-summer 2019 trend and yeah, it’s straight from our Pinterest dreams. Think […]

    8 years ago

  • Midwife suggests that the shape of Meghan Markle’s bump reveals her baby’s gender

    Midwife suggests that the shape of Meghan Markle’s bump reveals her baby’s gender

    A midwife has suggested that the shape of Meghan Markle’s bump could reveal the gender of her baby. Now while you can’t take this for gospel truth, old wives tales about pregnancy have been circulating for years and although there’s no proof they have any real bearing on things, people are interested all the same and […]

    8 years ago

  • Royal expert says Meghan Markle giving birth will change things between her and Kate

    Royal expert says Meghan Markle giving birth will change things between her and Kate

    One royal expert thinks that Meghan Markle giving birth will change her relationship with Kate Middleton. For some time now, there have been reports of a feud between the two women which is thought to have started when Kate was left “in tears” after a fitting for Princess Charlotte’s wedding dress. A spokesperson for Buckingham Palace […]

    8 years ago

  • These stylish €11 Penneys shoes will instantly update your wardrobe

    These stylish €11 Penneys shoes will instantly update your wardrobe

    The €11 Penneys shoes to brighten up your Monday. Mondays are always tough but Mondays in January, another beast altogether. Christmas is a distant memory, summer feels like a lifetime away and you’re in a strange in-between period where everyone is complaining about the fact it’s January. Clearly, that attitude won’t get us anywhere so […]

    8 years ago

  • Huge shock for Coronation Street viewers as character to ‘return from the dead’

    Huge shock for Coronation Street viewers as character to ‘return from the dead’

    Coronation Street fans are going to get a massive shock very soon. A Coronation Street character believed dead is actually alive and it’s going to cause major drama in the cobbles. As regular viewers will know, Duncan Radfield had told Weatherfield residents that his wife May had died and he wanted to set up a […]

    8 years ago

  • The €14 Penneys shirt that you’ll get so much wear from this season

    The €14 Penneys shirt that you’ll get so much wear from this season

    The €14 Penneys shirt that’s a must-have for your workwear wardrobe. Generally, January is a month where we try to budget after the lavish festivities of Christmas but spending bans can be difficult to stick to. January can be a drag at the best of times, you might be tired of all the usual resolutions […]

    8 years ago

  • Royal fans are convinced they have worked out Meghan Markle’s due date

    Royal fans are convinced they have worked out Meghan Markle’s due date

    Meghan Markle’s due date. Ever since the Duke and Duchess of Sussex, Prince Harry and Meghan Markle, announced they were expecting their first baby, there has been a lot of speculation regarding the baby’s due date. On Christmas Day, Meghan attended a Christmas Day service together with her husband, his brother and his wife, Kate […]

    8 years ago

  • This groom’s response to a couple’s €80 wedding cash gift is just shocking

    This groom’s response to a couple’s €80 wedding cash gift is just shocking

    ‘How rude’. One couple got a major surprise when they picked a wedding gift for a just-married couple and received a surprising request from the groom. A woman has explained how she and her husband attended a wedding and as there was an Amazon gift list, they decided to purchase something from there as a […]

    8 years ago

  • This €17 Penneys jacket is one of the best bargains you’ll find this season

    This €17 Penneys jacket is one of the best bargains you’ll find this season

    This €17 Penneys jacket is an absolute steal. Although it is pretty cold this week and we’re having to wear our winter coats to stay warm, the good news is spring is just around the corner. Instead of cosy knits and warm boots, we’ll soon be able to think about bright patterns and floaty fabrics. […]

    8 years ago

  • Body language expert comments on Meghan and Kate’s latest appearance

    Body language expert comments on Meghan and Kate’s latest appearance

    This body language expert has an interesting opinion. If you keep up with the royal family and their comings and goings, you’ll know that they attended Christmas Day mass in Norfolk and were pictured chatting to well-wishers at the church. All eyes were on Meghan and Kate as there have been rumours of a feud […]

    8 years ago

  • The Zara sale is now on and here are five gorgeous pieces under €40

    The Zara sale is now on and here are five gorgeous pieces under €40

    The Zara sale has started. We can’t actually comprehend the thought of going near town to shop this week but nabbing some bargains from the comfort of your own home, now that’s a plan we can get on board with. Most of the high street stores have launched their winter sales and there are some […]

    8 years ago

  • Difficult times ahead for Coronation Street’s Johnny and Jenny Connor

    Difficult times ahead for Coronation Street’s Johnny and Jenny Connor

    Devastating news for Coronation Street’s Johnny and Jenny Connor. As Coronation Street fans will know, Jenny Connor accidentally hit Liz McDonald with her car in one of this week’s Christmas episodes. Jenny thought Liz was alright but lit later transpired that she wasn’t after Liz collapsed at home. Liz was brought to the hospital and it’s thought […]

    8 years ago

  • Prince George and Princess Charlotte broke a royal rule on Christmas Day

    Prince George and Princess Charlotte broke a royal rule on Christmas Day

    Apparently, Prince George and Princess Charlotte broke royal protocol on Christmas Day. We doubt their parents took the matter too seriously given the magic of Christmas but reports have suggested that the siblings broke one of the many royal rules on 25 December. As fans of the family are probably aware, the Duke and Duchess […]

    8 years ago

  • You’ll want this practical (and stylish) €25 Penneys jacket for spring

    You’ll want this practical (and stylish) €25 Penneys jacket for spring

    The €25 Penneys jacket you’ll want for spring 2019. Now that Christmas is over, January is approaching and before you know it, spring will be here. It might sound a bit mad but no one can deny that time is flying and rather than panic buy when the new season arrives, why not pick up […]

    8 years ago

  • Looking to book a family holiday? Ryanair’s summer seat sale is here

    Looking to book a family holiday? Ryanair’s summer seat sale is here

    The Ryanair summer seat sale is live. Ryanair has just launched a huge sale on summer destinations and if you’re looking to book a sun holiday for 2019, now is the time. You can bag a break for yourself and all the family and wouldn’t that it fab to have a summer break to look forward […]

    8 years ago

  • This gin punch recipe is SO tasty and you’ll want to make it immediately

    This gin punch recipe is SO tasty and you’ll want to make it immediately

    Gin punch is here. If you’re over mulled wine but still want to try a festive tipple, we have the perfect option involving the current drink du jour, gin. It sounds delicious, the perfect mix of sweet and bitter and even better is the fact that gin punch is a warm drink, exactly what you […]

    8 years ago

  • The stylish Penneys coat that you’ll need for January mornings

    The stylish Penneys coat that you’ll need for January mornings

    The stylish Penneys coat we have to snap up for cold and rainy January mornings. Christmas Eve is finally here and we are oh so excited for the fun festive season. It’s hard to believe but 2019 is just around the corner and while we’re very excited for a new year, January weather is never […]

    8 years ago

  • These gorgeous River Island boots have been reduced to LESS than half price

    These gorgeous River Island boots have been reduced to LESS than half price

    The bargain River Island boots we need to snap up asap. If you’re looking for a last-minute Christmas me-to-me purchase, you might want to check out the River Island shoe section. We can’t get over these bargain River Island boots which have been reduced from €113 to just €42, WHAT a saving. The Burgundy Snake Embossed Block […]

    8 years ago

  • Kate Middleton has an adorable nickname for her daughter Princess Charlotte

    Kate Middleton has an adorable nickname for her daughter Princess Charlotte

    The CUTEST nickname. Prince George and Princess Charlotte have a lot of fans because the siblings have made people laugh with their adorable antics when pictured out and about. We love hearing about their family life and it was no major surprise that their official Christmas card featuring eight-month-old Prince Louis was received very well […]

    8 years ago

  • Prince William and Kate Middleton are making one MAJOR change for Christmas 2018

    Prince William and Kate Middleton are making one MAJOR change for Christmas 2018

    Prince William and Kate Middleton are reportedly making one major change for Christmas 2018. Although in previous years, the Duke and Duchess of Cambridge have split the festive season between the homes of their respective families, it’s all going to be different from this year onwards. It seems that they’re going to spend both Christmas Eve […]

    8 years ago

  • There is one thing that Meghan Markle does VERY differently to Kate Middleton

    There is one thing that Meghan Markle does VERY differently to Kate Middleton

    The one major difference. Amidst all the reports of a feud between Meghan Markle and Kate Middleton, it has been noted that there’s one major difference between the women. One royal expert has shared her opinion on what sets them apart from each other and if you’re Team Kate, you probably won’t be too happy. […]

    8 years ago

  • Bargain alert! This €13 Zara top comes in eight different colours

    Bargain alert! This €13 Zara top comes in eight different colours

    Eight different colours to choose from. If you’re looking for one last pre-Christmas bargain, hello gorgeous Zara jumper and the best bit is there are so many fab colours to choose from. It’s the Basic Sweater and you can choose from red and black stripes, camel, burgundy, khaki and four other options all of which […]

    8 years ago

  • This style of engagement ring is going to be huge next year

    This style of engagement ring is going to be huge next year

    You’re going to see a lot of this engagement ring trend in 2019. As you may be aware, Christmas is a very popular time of the year for people to get engaged so much so that people have taken the time to do some research into the subject. You can see why too as it’s […]

    8 years ago

  • Are you a fan? The number one baby boy name of 2018 has been decided

    Are you a fan? The number one baby boy name of 2018 has been decided

    The top baby boy name of 2018 is here. It’s that time of year again when everyone discusses what they loved most about the last twelve months and over the last few years, people have been taking a major interest in trending baby names. Every year, some monikers come out on top and are favoured […]

    8 years ago

  • Meghan Markle’s best friend has a framed photo of Kate Middleton in her living room

    Meghan Markle’s best friend has a framed photo of Kate Middleton in her living room

    Meghan Markle’s best pal Jessica Mulroney has a framed photo of Kate Middleton in her living room. As strange as that may sound given all the rumours of a feud between Kate and Meghan, it’s actually relatively normal when you break it down. Jessica’s twin sons, Brian and John, were page boys at the royal wedding […]

    8 years ago

  • Wedding planner explains the major sign that a marriage won’t last

    Wedding planner explains the major sign that a marriage won’t last

    Wedding planner intel. When it comes to organising a wedding, there are certain people that will get to know the couple in the run-up to the big day. If you have a wedding planner, he or she will meet you and your other half a number of times before the wedding to make sure that […]

    8 years ago

  • The one top tip to remember when sending out wedding invites

    The one top tip to remember when sending out wedding invites

    Another thing to remember. There’s been a lot of wedding chat at HerFamily HQ recently as our own lovely Laura, Entertainment Ed, got married. It’s an amazingly special time but of course, there are almost always a couple of headaches along the way as many brides will tell you. As if the venue, the meal, […]

    8 years ago

  • Met Éireann meteorologist shares weather predictions for Christmas Day

    Met Éireann meteorologist shares weather predictions for Christmas Day

    It doesn’t look like we’ll be getting a white Christmas on December 25. You’re about to be disappointed if you were hoping for snow at Christmas because the forecast is decidedly normal, the same as any other day really. We all know that it’s been a very mild winter and we haven’t had to bring […]

    8 years ago

  • Need new boots? You’ll make a nice saving with this pair from River Island

    Need new boots? You’ll make a nice saving with this pair from River Island

    We’ve just spotted these River Island boots and we have to talk about them as they’ve been massively reduced. If you’re getting to the last of your Christmas shopping and feel it might be time to purchase a me-to-me gift after all the stress of Santa presents, then check this out. Having had a look […]

    8 years ago

  • Online shopping retailer ASOS has announced a ‘profit warning’

    Online shopping retailer ASOS has announced a ‘profit warning’

    ASOS has made a shock ‘profit warning’ announcement resulting in a major drop of share prices. The online shopping giant has been forced to reduce its financial expectations for 2018 after a “significant deterioration” in sales over the last six weeks. A statement released today explains that the retailer has “experienced a significant deterioration in […]

    8 years ago

  • A photo of Meghan Markle was reportedly removed from Instagram last week

    A photo of Meghan Markle was reportedly removed from Instagram last week

    An image of Meghan Markle has been removed from Instagram. According to reports, the photo was taken down from the social media site because of fears it could be viewed as a break with royal protocol. It featured the Duchess of Sussex smiling at the camera together with Givenchy’s artistic director, Claire Waight-Keller (the designer behind Meghan […]

    8 years ago

  • Rain, wind and more rain – the weather is about to get even worse this week

    Rain, wind and more rain – the weather is about to get even worse this week

    The weather is about to get even worse. Storm Deirdre arrived on Saturday and it was a day for the ducks proving problematic for those who had planned to do their Christmas shopping (hands up, yes me). While yesterday was a relatively decent day, that’s about to change yet again for there is now a […]

    8 years ago

  • Royal insider says Christmas will be an ‘ordeal’ for the Duchess of Cambridge

    Royal insider says Christmas will be an ‘ordeal’ for the Duchess of Cambridge

    One royal insider has said that Christmas 2018 will be an ‘ordeal’ for the Duchess of Cambridge. If you keep up to date with the comings and goings of the royal family, you’ll know that there have been a lot of reports about a ‘feud’ between Kate Middleton, the Duchess of Cambridge, and Meghan Markle, […]

    8 years ago

  • These Zara trousers are now reduced to €16 and what a Friday bargain

    These Zara trousers are now reduced to €16 and what a Friday bargain

    The Zara trousers you’ll want to pick up asap. If you haven’t yet discovered the Special Prices section at Zara then you’ll want to sort that out immediately because there are some amazing bargains. Winter coats have been discounted considerably as have some dresses and then there are other bargains like these fab trousers which […]

    8 years ago

  • So lovely! Meghan Markle experienced a major pregnancy milestone this week

    So lovely! Meghan Markle experienced a major pregnancy milestone this week

    A major pregnancy milestone. During the week, Meghan Markle attended the British Fashion Awards to present the award for Designer of the Year to Claire Waight-Keller, Artistic Director at Givenchy and the woman behind her stunning wedding dress. View this post on Instagram The ultimate surprise – the very special moment that I discovered […]

    8 years ago

  • The abortion bill has now officially passed all stages of the Oireachtas

    The abortion bill has now officially passed all stages of the Oireachtas

    The abortion bill has now officially passed all stages in the Oireachtas and as a result, abortion is now legal in Ireland. Terminations up to twelve weeks will be made available to women across Ireland from January 1, 2019. There has been a significant amount of back and forth from senators and TDS concerning specific […]

    8 years ago

  • Prince William shared a funny story about his son George and it’s very sweet

    Prince William shared a funny story about his son George and it’s very sweet

    Prince George is growing up fast. The young prince turned five in May and in the adorable manner that children have, Prince George doesn’t hold back when it comes to speaking his mind. This applies to his parents and how impressed/unimpressed he is with his mum and/or dad. Like many children, this tends to vary on any […]

    8 years ago

  • You’ll want to rethink your Saturday plans when you see the weather forecast

    You’ll want to rethink your Saturday plans when you see the weather forecast

    There is a potential for severe weather this weekend. As you may have noticed, the weather is rather horrible at the moment and the bad news is it’s set to continue for the next few days. Not only is it noticeably colder than recent weeks, but it is also extremely rainy and windy – a delightful […]

    8 years ago

  • This Penneys coat is a fab choice for Christmas morning and it’s yours for €30

    This Penneys coat is a fab choice for Christmas morning and it’s yours for €30

    The seriously cosy coat that’s just dropped in Penneys. You might have already purchased a new coat for this season but after seeing this beauty from Penneys, you might want a second. It’s the kind of warm and cosy coat we need to snuggle into immediately and it’s ideal timing too especially considering that temperatures have dropped […]

    8 years ago

  • The two things every relationship needs to last the distance, according to one expert

    The two things every relationship needs to last the distance, according to one expert

    Would you agree? While a relationship might be hearts and flowers to start with, there’s no denying that it takes work to ensure a relationship goes the distance. Over time, there are highs and lows and of course, it’s understandable that sometimes you and your partner just don’t see eye to eye. However, when this […]

    8 years ago