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Not measuring up: why sizing in women’s fashion is so inconsistent

Erratic sizing in women’s clothing has been the bane of female shoppers’ lives for some time, where a 10 in one shop – or garment – can be larger than a 14 elsewhere. Finally, a few innovators are making changes

Return to opulence

Fashion: Bags of talent at CREATE

Luxury handbag brand Aoife Lifestyle is just one of the 20 new designers to be showcased at Brown Thomas’s annual installation

My Objects Of Desire: Russell Hart

The co-owner of Galway’s award-winning The Stop B&B talks sea swimming, favourite local haunts, and cool collectables

Hair and beauty: Now might be the perfect time to do something completely different

After the year we’ve all had, we consult the experts on making the most of post-lockdown locks this summer

The Thoughtful Shopper: this month’s savvy and sustainable buys

Here’s your guide to guilt-free high-summer purchases

News splash: Swimwear gets sustainable

In the wake of the pandemic, there’s a growing optimism about the summer ahead and with that comes a new opportunity for style-forward swimwear labels that uphold ideals of sustainability

Staycation style guide

Dressing for the humble Irish holiday can pose a challenge so we glean some wisdom from Ireland’s fashion insiders on how to make a staycation a stylish affair

Fashion: Party like you’re at Studio 54

After a year of making do with pared-back and muted fashion, we finally have the opportunity to celebrate life again and have fun with what we wear

Nadine O’Regan: Beauty therapists’ care is more than skin deep

As we slowly emerge from lockdown, the reopening has reminded us of the importance of our wider community ties

Jewel seeker: How Adam’s head of jewellery builds a sale

While auctions may be intimidating to some, they are also one of the best places to find rare, interesting, affordable and wearable art. Claire-Laurence Mestrallet tells us just what to look for when you are bidding

Fashion: How straw bags became the escapist accessory

Once reserved only for the beach or market, luxury designers have put a high-fashion spin on straw basket bags this season

The Thoughtful Shopper: Sustainable accessories

This month’s best buys include Irish-made jewellery, handbags and shoes

Fashion: The comeback dress

It’s been a bad year for getting dressed, but there is salvation ahead: fun, flirty and fail-safe, summer’s array of mood-lifting dresses are here to show you and your wardrobe a good time

Beauty: ‘We need to own and value the body we find ourselves in right now’

After a year of lockdowns, many of us are feeling at odds in our own skin, but there are some simple ways to help rebuild your body rituals and wellbeing

My Objects Of Desire: Lucinda Andrews of Weir & Sons

The marketing manager of Dublin’s historic jewellers, and great-great-granddaughter of founder Thomas Weir, talks gold, lockdown cooking and surprising investment pieces

Treasured clippings: the barbers and stylists longing to cut again

Photographer David Murphy’s new series of images captures hairdressers and barbers around the country before the pandemic forced them to hang up their scissors

Edible beauty: the new generation of supplements

While there’s no real substitute for a balanced diet – and managing those stress levels – a targeted supplement may give skin, hair and even overall wellbeing a boost.

The thoughtful shopper: the best Irish beauty buys

Here are this month’s sustainable and savvy investment purchases

My objects of desire: Peigín Crowley

The wellness curator spent 20 years working with some of the country’s top spas before launching her own brand, Ground, last year. She talks relaxing spaces, self-care and breathing hacks