Alternative fashion has proven itself one step ahead of the game many times over, with numerous iconic sub-cultural looks filtering down to the mainstream over the years. Styles that were once synonymous with society’s sub-genre groups have now been snapped up by the masses and become an essential component of the fashion industry as a […]
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With Halloween drawing to a close of course it’s time to think about Christmas and, most importantly, how to do it in style. From casual warm shopping styles to those fancy Christmas party and dinner invites, what better way to see what’s out and what’s in than at West Coast Cooler FASHIONWEEK? Every year I
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‘Anti-ageing’ – oh how I hate that term! Grrrrr! When we see the term ‘anti-ageing’ presented to us with great gusto in advertising, on product labels, in magazines, in the media and online, etc, what exactly does it mean? The definition of ‘anti’ is to be against/opposed/resistant to something. So, why are we told be
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Belfast’s style scene is set to burst at the seams this weekend as West Coast Cooler FASHIONWEEK returns for its 22nd season. The opening show, featuring collections from local designers and designer boutiques, kick started a four-day schedule of not-to-be missed events which saw a catwalk erupting with colour and creativity. Opening night witnessed some
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A SERIES of creative fashion shows are set to take Northern Ireland by storm as Belfast’s inaugural Alternative Fashion Week launches. As the brainchild of Belfast photographer Shelley Rodgers the four main shows will cover everything from fairytale, gore and body art to older, mobility impaired and LGBT models. “Belfast Alternative Fashion Week is an
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Belfast Alternative Fashion Week took over Holywood High Street on September 16 for a showcase ahead of the main event in November, presenting a Friday night “Urban Catwalk” fashion show as part of Northern Ireland’s Culture Night 2016. With many people calling for the fashion industry to open up the catwalk to models of all shapes
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Lisburn Road, Belfast. Boutique shops, cafes, gourmet food, upmarket gift stores and REAL FUR. In a day and age when the cruelties of the fur trade are well known and documented it’s hard to believe there is still a market for real fur coats and accessories, but certain shops on the Lisburn Road obviously believe
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With 57% of the UK and Ireland’s female population now categorised as ‘plus size’ (size 16 and over), the demand for fuller figure frocks is clearly on the rise. Yet virtually none of Northern Ireland’s bridal boutiques stock dresses above size 12, and for the larger lady looking forward to her big day, the fat-shaming
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Belfast teen Caitlin Rogers captured the true nature of a pageant winner with one great act of kindness after she was crowned runner up for Teen Queen NI 2015. The 17 year old gave her crown, sash and all of her prizes to a little girl with cancer who had inspired her with her fight against the
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Calling all artists! If you’ve ever been intrigued to learn the traditional art of Indian henna, or mehndi as it’s known, this is your chance. Binder Tohani is an International Certified NATURAL Henna Artist ready and excited to share 18 years of professional industry secrets with you in an intense, intimate, fun one-day beginner’s course.
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Holos is a luxurious plant-based aromatherapy skincare range founded by Natural Health practitioner Niamh Hogan that is designed to give you healthy, vibrant skin and help you feel great. Holos skincare is lovingly hand-crafted in Ireland and covers all skincare needs from body oils to cleansing creams containing vitamins, minerals, anti-oxidants and essential fatty acids to
This year Boots celebrated 50 years of helping customers feel good in Northern Ireland, through 84 stores and 1600+ colleagues working in the heart of communities. During an intimate event at the Europa Hotel (Penthouse suite) Thee Glamour Fairy (aka ME!) was invited to join the festivities. I could not have been more in my
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When it comes to taking the perfect selfie, there are a few essential techniques that will take you from duck-face to flawless beauty. And no one knows this better than Glenn Gordon, photographer and owner of Third Eye Photography. Forget filter-queen Kim Kardashian, us mere mortals can achieve fabulous selfies with a few handy techniques
BELFAST seamstress to the stars, Marie Nancarrow, is scoring success across the world with her beautiful, bespoke denim designs with commissions already flooding in from the likes of pop superstar Katy Perry. By day Marie, 47, from Belfast is mum to her kids Shea (19) and Darcy (4) as well as a fashion designer and
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BELFAST’S Alternative Fashion Week is firmly putting its stamp on the world of diversity modelling. Having already revealed that not only will their forthcoming shows include heavily tattooed models and a gore/horror segment they’ve taken it one step further. Organiser and photographer Shelley Rogers said the team behind the inaugural Belfast Alternative Fashion Week scoured
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It’s not just siblings who borrow each other’s clothes – a new trend for daughters, mothers and even grandmothers to borrow and wear each other’s clothes is emerging, as inspired by celebrity dynasties. More than half (54%) of women have shared or borrowed clothes from their mothers, according to a survey of 1,000 UK adults
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On Friday, June 10 I got a wonderful opportunity to meet Don Lanning; a special effects creature designer, fine artist & master sculptor. You may be familiar with Don Lanning’s work without even knowing it (I certainly was!!). online pharmacy https://thepublichealthinsight.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/05/seroquel.html with best prices today in the USA Don’s work has been featured in more than
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From 1-3 July, the North West’s premier shopping destination, Foyleside Shopping Centre, will host the fashion and beauty extravaganza of the year. And with guest appearances throughout the weekend by Cool FM’s style guru and breakfast show co-host Rebecca McKinney… the best news is you’re invited! ‘Feel Fabulous at Foyleside’ will take place from 12pm-4pm
A NORTHERN Ireland style event is set to prove that fashion isn’t all about clothing. The organisers at Belfast Alternative Fashion Week are ditching the fabrics of the high street and designer retailers for one of their forthcoming catwalk shows. BAFW founder Belfast photographer Shelley Rodgers, 40, has revealed that a wealth of tattooed models
Fashion is an ever evolving industry and trends can quickly come and go. This summer Lidl Northern Ireland will help you stay on top of the latest summer trends making sure your wardrobe is full of stylish yet affordable key pieces for under £9! Lidl recently unveiled its highly anticipated Esmara spring/summer 2016 fashion collection,
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I am absolutely honoured to be representing Derry City at the Mr Ireland grand final on June 5 in Dublin. So why enter a male model contest beauty pageant? Well, to be honest, why not? The outgoing Mr Ireland Karl Bowe 2014 has firmly made his mark nationally as an anti-bullying campaigner/actor/presenter and model. More importantly, Karl
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AN Irish beauty pageant is calling on Northern Ireland’s hottest bikini babes to get in touch. The Miss Bikini Ireland Model Search this year is expanding to crown a local winner as their first ever Miss Bikini Northern Ireland. After five years of the competition, organisers say they have been overwhelmed with the stunning entrants
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A Belfast photographer is giving rise to Northern Ireland’s underground fashion world. Shelley Rodgers, 40, has launched Belfast’s first ever Alternative Fashion Week and is already inundated by models, photographers, makeup artists and designers vying for the chance to be involved. The inaugural Belfast Alternative Fashion Week is set to take place in November in
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Millions of British women fear they won’t be taken seriously without wearing make-up, new research reveals. A poll of 2,000 women found nearly a third think others wouldn’t treat them with respect if they went to a meeting, out for a date or to an interview completely bare faced. In fact, the average lady claims
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Spring is upon us, so what better time to revamp your hair and grab yourself a brand new look? If you’re stuck for ideas, Rogue Hair Belfast have some pro advice for achieving the latest on-trend styles. Boasting the only two L’Oreal ID Artists in Northern Ireland, they’ are noted for being one step ahead
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More than half of Northern Ireland women are planning their wedding before their even engaged. A recent survey across the UK found not only were many women “obsessed” by the big day but the Northern Irish women were the worst ‘pre-bridezillas’. The poll by Asda found a whopping 85% of those surveyed from NI admitting
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We’ve all been there…and now, more than ever, it’s harder to hide from them. Our embarrassing fashion mistakes! Whether you proudly sported a colourful shellsuit, spent a summer pulling up your oversize trousers or had your hair cut into a mullet – we can guarantee that at some point, if it hasn’t happened already, those
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MARILYN Monroe’s siren red lips have been voted the most iconic beauty trend of all time. The Hollywood sex symbol sported the striking bright pout during the 1950s and 1960s, but most famously in the 1955 film The Seven Year Itch. Her look was later copied by Robert Palmer’s backing singers in the 1980s Addicted
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THE average child will embarrass their mum and dad a staggering 576 times during their school years. Kids making inappropriate comments, repeating swear words and commenting on their parents’ size will lead to frequent red faces. A survey of 2,000 parents by George at Asda earlier this year revealed some awful moment for parents: 1.
A TOP American movie and TV make-up artist has led a day of workshops in Belfast teaching local industry talent the secrets of the trade. Emmy-Award nominated makeup artist of the Hunger Games films, Mockingjay Part 1 and 2. Brian Kinney, from LA took time out of his busy schedule to lead a number of interactive
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AN Emmy-nominated make-up artist is set to host a series of workshops in Belfast. Brian Kinney, make-up artist on the box office smash Hunger Games will be appearing at The Mezzanine, MovieHouse Cinema on the Dublin Road on Tuesday November 24. The make-up artist will be appearing at to conduct a series of work shops for aspiring
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PROBABLY best known for the brand’s commitment to natural products, Liz Earle recently celebrated two years at Boots in Belfast with a relaunch of their concession. And, having had one, I have to say one of the best aspects of the relaunch for me is the wonderful hand and arm massage. Thanks to the lovely
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LOCAL fashion store DV8 was one of the many retailers taking part in Belfast Fashion Week recently. For over 20 years Belfast-based DV8 have showcased everything from general fashion to footwear and accessories, offering a local choice of branded and own brand clothing, suitable to all budgets and personalities. Some of the country’s most well
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SHOPPERS in the UK feel a sense of loyalty to small businesses – with hairdressers, newsagents and butchers topping the list of our high street favourites. Over 60 per cent of shoppers stay with the same suppliers for up to 10 years, but many remain true for decades – with one in seven shoppers going
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Former rugby world cup player Stephen Ferris has backed Lidl’s new range of world cup gear which is anticipated to help Irish rugby fans support in style. With the rugby world cup a matter of days away, Lidl’s range offers to kit the family out in preparation for Ireland’s first game. The range features an
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BELFAST hub of high street and designer style Victoria Square has launched its forthcoming series of fashion events by showcasing a local designer. University of Ulster student 21-year-old Elina Vitola from Dungannon, was commissioned to design a skirt made entirely of leaves for the launch of Victoria Square’s Autumn/Winter fashion events taking place later this
WHEN it comes to fashion sometimes the best pieces can often be found where we least expect it. Over the last decade that has never been truer, with the High Street churning out some big bang on trend styles at a fraction of designer prices. We’ve come to accept that it’s perfectly ok to team
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A NORTHERN Ireland beauty queen who was crowned Miss Ireland recently has revealed she wants to represent a “modern day woman”. Stunning model Sacha Livingstone, an English Literature student at Ulster University, says taking part in the competition was “empowering”. She believes it’s possible to have feminist ideals and look good on the catwalk. The
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AS we gear up for 2015 autumn/winter Belfast FashionWeek which returns to the city from October 15-18 we caught up with FashionWeek TV presenter Katie Larmour. Businesswoman, designer, model and presenter Katie has been with FashionWeek since its inception 20 seasons ago and says she finds the event to be “growing in popularity” season after
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