News and Events

18th April '08

Now that the first ever Galway Fashion Week is over, I can get back to work and let you all in on my experience of working backstage in
Tosh for part of the event.

Galway Fashion Week ran from 13th April- 17th April, and was held in Tosh (Hotel Meyrick), Bold Art Gallery and The Eyre Square Shopping Centre.
The event which was run by Midnight Promotions kicked off its first night quite artistically
with a young lady and young man in body painted outfits, they looked amazing and did a great job.

Working with the beautiful models from Catwalk model agency, I gained a lot of insight into the business and an experience i will hapily remember.
The girls were professional and courteous and so easy to work with.
Julia, one of Catwalks older models and a very stylish lady, was also working backstage and helped me out a lot,
giving me all the tips I'd need to get through the hectic hour of getting the models in and out of the clothing,
being carefull not to get any make up on them, and keep them in order.
Tina from Sugar Pink Boutique was also there showcasing her stores magnificent pieces,
I will be gracing the doors of her shop in the near future!
I had the pleasure of also meeting and working with the owner of Catwalk Model Agency, Mandy Maher,
stunning and very well presented herself, she is so easy to talk to and work with.
A mother of three, you'd never guess it as she is so organised, has the figure of a model herself and the
patience and professionalism to top it all off!

The designers, Heather Finn, Jennifer Rothwell, Aideen
Bodkin, Claire O' Connor and Aoife O' Leary all had stunning, original and eye catching
designs that any fashionista would be proud to be seen in. I especially loved Claire O' Connors 'Lil'C Couture' collection,
A fabulous collection with an urban/street vibe, there were a mixture of chains, mesh and an array of different fabrics,
colours and large buttons on the designs. The unusual peak caps were an exceptional hit and i predict will be sold out in no time!
To view Claire's Lil'C Couture collection, visit http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Rs7FZKUUf84

The event and models graced a few front pages in the local and national newspapers as well as being featured on RTEs Exposé.

Who knows, maybe this will be an ongoing yearly event that will someday catch up with Milan and Paris!!

The press release will follow shortly.

The models featured are all from Catwalk Model Agency.
For more info and pics, go to www.galwayfashionweek.com

26th May '08

Habitat to close its Irish Stores

Habitat announced closure of its Galway and Dublin stores on 9th May last due to a decrease in sales, a press release on their habitat.ie website quotes

'Due to a severe downturn in sales in both our galway and dublin stores, it has become impossible to trade through the subsequent financial difficulties, particularly in light of the current economic environment.'
I personally was shoccked and saddened to see this posted on the face of their Irish website as i loved the stores unique and chic stylish goods.
I wish the best of luck to Habitat UK for the future.
More at www.habitat.ie

25th June '08

Zara comes to Galway

For those of you who have never heard of Zara; Where have you been?! Ok, let me give you the low-down..

Zara is one of the largest international fashion companies, it belongs to one of the worlds largest distribution groups Inditex.

The Inditex Group is comprised of over one hundred companies associated with the business of textile design, manufacturing and distribution. Its companies include Pull and Bear and Zara Home.

Zara has stores in aprox 70 countries, with flagship stores in Los Angeles, Milan, Moscow, Madrid and Salzburg.

According to their website there are 8 stores across Ireland, including Athlone, Limerick, Newbridge, Swords, Cork and Dublin with Galway being the newest addition.

The Spring/ Summer collections boast an array of colour and the industries hottest trends, including, floral and spotted patterns, maxi dresses, 7/8th trousers, one shoulder pieces, wide leg and flared trousers, wedges and tiered dresses.
For men think James Dean Style suits and jackets, white linen, khaki, pink shirts, lime green trousers, scarves, pattern and beige shorts.

Be sure you'll step out in style if you're wearing something from the very chic range!!

16th July 2008

Upcoming Fashion Events/ Competitions

Galway Races Ladies Day
Ballybrit Race Course
31st July

This years winner of best dressed lady at the Galway races was
Carol Kennelly

http://www.galwayraces.com/Summer-Festival.shtml

The Ultimate Girls Day Out
The RDS Dublin
29th-31st August

http://www.harmonia.ie/#/64

Style In The City
Dublin 11th-14th Sept

What is Style in the City?

Merrion Square Gardens are being transformed - this city centre venue will become the fashion,
beauty and style capital of the world - especially for you!
Imagine fashion heaven- stunning accessories, designer fashion shows,
exclusive brands and prestigious retailers.

HOW THE EVENT WORKS

Style in the City is unique because it is the first
fashion event to bring the top fashion houses in Ireland together in
one fabulous venue. Experience a host of fashion features at the event
from a fully seated catwalk show to chic boutique shopping and
delicious cocktails.

Included in your ticket are:

- The theatre style Catwalk Show

- Trinny & Susannah’s Style Academy

- Haagen Dazs Style Oasis featuring the L'Oreal Paris make-up studio and a Hair Academy

When you book your ticket you will select
times for your Catwalk and Trinny & Susannah's Style Academy Show.
The rest of the day is then up to you to plan - soak up the latest
fashion from Dublin's top retailers and boutique retailers, indulge
yourself in the Haagen Dazs Oasis and get your hair and make-up done,
or sip a Style in the City cocktail while picking out diamonds from
Paul Sheeran Jewellers!

ATTRACTIONS AT STYLE IN THE CITY

- The fabulous international Catwalk Show hosted by Trinny & Susannah.

- The Haagen Dazs Oasis with L'Oreal Paris Make-Up Studio & Hair Academy

- Paul Sheeran Jewellers diamond showcase

- Trinny & Susannah’s Style Academy

- Style in the City Cocktail Bar

- Audi VIP Suite with a private pamper zone & complimentary champagne & cocktails for those who want to pay a little extra

- The Garden of Indulgence incorporating all things divine with champagne, chocolates and nail bars.

- Champagne Garden with personal shopper consultations

PLUS treat yourself to some fabulous Boutique Shopping with our forty hand-picked exhibitors

http://www.styleinthecity.ie/

Clarenbridge Oyster Festival Best Dressed Lady
13th September- Clarenbridge, Co. Galway

Kinneys Jewellers to step out in style at the Clarinbridge Oyster Festival

Sunday 13th July 2008 - 'Galway First' Article

This year the winner of the 2008 Best Dressed Lady Competition at the
Clarenbridge Oyster Festival will receive a €1,000 voucher from Kinneys
Jewellers.
The
winner of the most Creative Headpiece will receive a €250 Pamper
package from Q Beauty in Kilcolgan while the Best Dressed Man will
receive a voucher from Hanley’s Menswear, Galway.
The Clarenbridge
Oyster Festival has for years been noted for its style, fashion and
glamour. Year on year, the fashion stakes get higher and as a result
the Best Dressed Lady Competition at the Ultimate Gala Celebration has
become one of the social highlights of the festival.
The 2008
Ultimate Oyster Gala Celebration, taking place on September 13, is the
most exciting event at this years Clarinbridge Oyster Festival.
Kinneys
Jewellers, located in Corbett Court since it’s opening in 1987,
specialises in diamond jewellery and is a design led company, featuring
many unique pieces of fine jewellery truly exclusive to Kinneys.

for more about the festival go to http://www.clarenbridge.com/

Galway Shopping Centre Fashion Show in aid of Croi