Ruth O'Connor

Handbags at the ready

By Ruth O'Connor 1 week ago

An institution of Dublin’s 1990s and 2000s club scene, Strictly Handbag was the brainchild of one of the city’s most precocious promoters. With a one-off revival happening at the end of this month, Ruth O’Connor looks back on the heady days of the club and pays tribute to its founder Martin Thomas

The Devil’s in the Detail

By Ruth O'Connor 4 months ago

Considered choices to enhance your home

Variate to accumulate: Are you a multipotentialite?

By Ruth O'Connor 5 months ago

Multipotentialites - people who have many diverse interests and excel at more than one pursuit - are at an automatic advantage in the jobs market. You might be one of them without even knowing it

Rolex: Timepiece of mind

By Ruth O'Connor 1 year ago

It’s a luxury superbrand and a five-letter status symbol: Ruth O’Connor delves into the rich history of Rolex

Cycle style: True to form

By Ruth O'Connor 1 year ago

Christian Bourke worked as an accessories designer for Tommy Hilfiger, Fred Perry and Paul Smith before setting up Stighlorgan - where an enthusiasm for design works in tandem with a love of cycling

Tour de Force: keeping your office gear dry and making sure you’re heard in the cycle lane

By Ruth O'Connor 1 year ago

Ruth O’Connor shares 10 smart cycling accessories for those who just want to get to work in style, whatever the weather

Going through the gears

By Ruth O'Connor 1 year ago

Ruth O’Connor meets the Dubliner who wants to revolutionise how we dress when we’re in the saddle

‘People say our app has saved their relationship - it’s great to have a positive impact’

By Ruth O'Connor 1 year ago

Whether it’s Moshi Monsters or a meditation app, entrepreneur Michael Acton Smith is ahead of the curve when it comes to tapping into technology’s mass appeal

Slow hands: Three champions of the slow fashion movement

By Ruth O'Connor 1 year ago

Have we had our fill of fast fashion? Ruth O’Connor speaks to craftspeople for whom the bespoke approach is essential

Kathryn Sargent: Master of her trade

By Ruth O'Connor 1 year ago

A suit fit for a president, or perhaps royalty? Ruth O’Connor reveals the woman showing the men how it’s done on London’s Savile Row

Curated: Precious minutes

By Ruth O'Connor 1 year ago

Discover beautiful watches and jewellery to invest in

Curated: ‘Best choice will always best reflect the wearer’

By Ruth O'Connor 1 year ago

My curated life Mark Cho, co-founder of The Armoury bespoke lifestyle brand and co-owner of Drake’s, each with stores in Britain, US and Asia

Graphic and novel: Meeting contemporary artist Maser

By Ruth O'Connor 1 year ago

Celebrated in Ireland and admired worldwide, Maser has progressed from his street art roots to become one of the most exciting contemporary Irish artists now at work

Interiors Flooring: Well and truly floored

By Ruth O'Connor 1 year ago

From terrazzo to herringbone, Ruth O’Connor catches up with the most stylish flooring trends for the coming year

Gift Guide: The art of travel

By Ruth O'Connor 1 year ago

Long-haul feels lovelier when you’re dressed the part

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