We’re neither condemning nor condoning. We just want to understand. In one of the odder pieces of fashion to find its way onto the high street, Topshop has released a rather unconventional article of clothing: completely see-through jeans. The MOTO Clear Plastic Straight Leg Jeans cost an eye-watering €76 and are made entirely out of – […]

9 years ago

Are you wistfully dreaming about a Marley and me situation? If you are considering a canine companion or pet make sure you’ve asked yourself some serious questions before you take the plunge… Walking a dog, cleaning a fish tank, tending to a crying kitten all night, and picking up pavement poo can be a challenge – […]

9 years ago

Dr Ann Hogan, the new president of the Irish Medical Organisation (IMO) says that “fake news” is causing a drop in vaccination rates.  Addressing the medical organisation’s AGM in Galway, Dr Hogan told conference attendees that the fall in HPV immunisation rates among young girls is partly due to social media campaigns that make false claims about […]

9 years ago

Actress Erin Moran, best known for her role as Joanie Cunningham in the 1970s sitcom Happy Days and the subsequent 1980s spin-off series Joanie Loves Chachi, has died at the age of 56. Reports state that emergency services responded to a call at approximately 4PM on Saturday afternoon and found Ms Moran to be unresponsive. […]

9 years ago

Brought to you by SEAT Ireland. You won’t want to miss it. What’s not to like about Indy Power? She’s fashionable, down to earth and has a great sense of humour to boot. If you haven’t heard about the food blogger/ Instagram star/cookbook creator/ columnist then where have you been? At the ripe old age […]

9 years ago

Brought to you by Centra Live Every Day. Because let’s face it, who has time? As much as we like to pretend that we get up at 6 am every morning and make ourselves an organic, paleo omelette after our morning run the reality is pretty different. Usually, we are trying to stuff dry cereal […]

9 years ago

Last week, I made the embarrassing mistake of asking for a Diet Coke in a hipster eatery. Let’s just say I received a very specific look. Some might call it a death stare. The waitress told me in no uncertain times that they don’t serve “that stuff” but asked if I’d like some Kombucha instead. […]

9 years ago

We don’t tend to equate our mood with what we put in our mouth, but the mental health impact of an unbalanced diet is very real. Lifestyle, and in particular a balanced diet, is one of the pillars of positive mood and mental health. People with heart problems, diabetes, and other physical illnesses are educated about […]

9 years ago

Brought to you by Durex.  If you’re struggling to reach the big ‘O’ then keep reading. We caught up with sex expert and Sex Siopa owner Shawna Scott to get the lowdown on the best way to get your kicks. Here’s what she had to say.  Making most women orgasm isn’t that difficult, but our […]

9 years ago

Brought to you by the Morrison. This would be fantastic. Planning a hen party can be a little bit stressful. There’s a lot to consider. Where should you go? What activities do you need to book and of course what will you wear?! Well, fear not ladies because we have teamed up with the lovely […]

9 years ago

Brought to you by innocent drinks.  It makes up an important part of our diet, we hear about it all the time, but how much do you actually know about protein? It seems like everyone and their mother has been preaching the importance of protein over the last few months. From soy to whey and […]

9 years ago

Would you just look at it… We’re absolute magpies here at the Her office. Give us anything glittery, shiny or rose gold and we are pretty much sold. So, naturally enough we were practically swooning over this stunning necklace and earring set from one of our favourite Irish jewellery shops, Chupi. For those of you that […]

9 years ago

Drying clothes indoors is actually a really bad idea and here’s why. Drying clothes in Ireland isn’t always the easiest of tasks thanks to the unpredictable weather we’re blessed with. Sunshine in Ireland is pretty hit and miss and sometimes, you just have to stick them on the clotheshorse and hope for the best, However, […]

9 years ago

Chupi Sweetman says that she was the kid covered in glitter and glue, making crazy creations out of papier mâché. Her love of making beautiful sparkly jewellery has earned her multi-award winning Chupi brand fans around the globe. Chupi’s delicate gold jewellery is inspired by the beauty of all things natural and wild, and is stocked in leading […]

9 years ago

Brought to you by innocent drinks. Oh, Ireland… We might complain, bemoan, and sometimes mock our little country but deep down we know that we’re extremely proud of this place we call home. And we do have a lot to be proud of, a wealth of history, amazing art, fantastic athletes and a generous population […]

9 years ago

Brought to you by Bank of Ireland. Decisions, decisions… Trying to figure out what you want to do after graduation can be really tricky, trust us we know. Should you go travelling? Start looking for a job? Or bite the bullet and enrol in a post-grad? It’s a big decision and one you should definitely […]

9 years ago

He’s been away for a long, long time

9 years ago

Brought to you by Durex. And we’re getting on board too. Recently we caught wind of a fantastic protest that’s sweeping the nation, #OrgasmsForAll. The idea was started by Durex Ireland after they conducted a countrywide survey to find out all about the nation’s sex lives. They found that just one in six (15%) Irish […]

9 years ago

Starting a new career, proposing marriage and deciding to pen a novel are among a list of life-changing decisions that people have made while on holiday, a new study has revealed. Researchers surveyed holiday makers and found getting away from it all eases stress for over half of respondents, leading the average adult to having […]

9 years ago

Whether it’s a hangover, battling through the onslaught of an April cold or fixing the scrape that tore open your knee, the fact is an Irish mammy always had the cure. How much of this (highly questionable) medical advice have you absorbed?  It was usually a homemade solution or a cupboard staple that saved the day, and […]

9 years ago

Do you earn more or less than the average? The average weekly earnings in Ireland were €716.07 in the fourth quarter of 2016, according to preliminary estimates of the Earnings and Labour Costs Quarterly release, published by the Central Statistics Office on Monday. That figure represented a rise of 0.6% from the same period of […]

9 years ago

New scientific research has confirmed that oral contraceptives, such as the pill, effect our emotional responsiveness. In a recent study, it was discovered that the hormones released by oral contraceptives influence women’s ability to process emotional situations. The study, published in the European Neuropsychopharmacology found that women may be less emotionally in tune and find it […]

9 years ago

Mary. Fanny. Hoo-Ha. Va-jay-jay. Lady garden. Foof. Front bottom. That’s right girlos, today we are talking about what you call your Lady China. A quick vagina survey amongst the Her team has thrown up a few hilarious muff monikers – ‘lasagne’ or ‘tuppence’ anyone!? Trine informs me ’tissesjur’ is the name you need to know […]

9 years ago

Brought to you by Jameson.  This sounds DEADLY! Ladies, listen up because we have an amazing competition for you. To celebrate the launch of the brand new Jameson Distillery Bow St, we have teamed up with the whiskey wizards to give all our fabulous Her readers the chance to win a cocktail masterclass for 8. A […]

9 years ago

Brought to you by Vhi SwiftCare Clinics.  How’s your first aid knowledge? While we might remember the odd tip from our school first aid classes, many of us are no longer fully up to date. We’ve rounded up some simple tips that everyone should know. They just might save a life. 1. Use pressure to stop […]

9 years ago

Brought to you by Tesco.  Just when we thought the bank holiday weekend couldn’t get any better. Ladies, if there is one thing that could make a four-day long weekend even sweeter it’s a fantastic bargain. And boy, do we have a deal for you. Until next Monday (17 April) you can get 25% off […]

9 years ago

Brought to you by Comfort Intense.  Let’s face it, we are all turning into our mammies. If you find yourself tutting at the price of milk or giving out unsolicited advice on the reg then this article is for you. You can either accept the fact, or spend your life denying it. We’re embracing it, […]

9 years ago

I have been thinking about inking for a while now. I used to despise tattoos and swore I’d never get one but in recent years I have reconsidered, as is a girl’s prerogative. I have thought about it long and hard and know what I want to get; the last word of my favourite book. […]

9 years ago

New research conducted by Durex Ireland has found that just one in six Irish women say they experience orgasm every time they have sex, compared to men who achieve orgasm almost four times more frequently. The research found that an incredible 22% of women say they never orgasm through sex, with a further 23% saying they […]

9 years ago

Brought to you by Nissan Micra.  And we absolutely love it. We should all be judged on our merits alone, not what we’re called, not by where we are from and definitely not by our gender. Which is why we were pleasantly surprised when we saw Nissan’s brand new ad for the new Nissan Micra. The […]

9 years ago

Brought to you by Lottoland.  No, we’re not jealous you are. Listen, sometimes it’s just nice to sit back and pretend that we have loads of money, a fabulous house with a pool and five exotic foreign holidays booked for the upcoming year. While we might not be made of money, every now and then […]

9 years ago

Are you a pleasure-seeking, slow-eating Taurean foodie? Or a straightforward meat and two veg kind of Aries? Find out what your star sign says about your likes and dislikes when it comes to nosh.. Aries Aries are the ultimate meat and two veg people. Don’t bother faffing about with Masterchef style presentation because the impatient ram […]

9 years ago

Brought to you by Durex. These will help keep things interesting. How’s your sex life? No really? Is it mind-blowingly awesome? Or is it mediocre at best? We’ve teamed up with Durex as part of their #OrgasmsForAll campaign because we believe that all women should have the sex life of their dreams. So, to help […]

9 years ago

And there are still a few tickets left.

9 years ago

Elaine Lavery founded her company, Improper Food Limited, whilst on post-university gap year in the French Alps. During her time as a ski chalet chef, she developed the idea for Improper Butter. In 2013 Lavery joined forces with her best friend Hannah O’Reilly who had a love for all things branding related. This week on The Capital B, Elaine […]

9 years ago

Brought to you by Tesco.  This news will make your weekend. It’s Saturday, the miserable weather has finally lifted and there’s only one week left to the bank holiday weekend. Just when we thought things couldn’t get any better Tesco have now announced a massive sale on gin. Yes ladies, GIN! The supermarket giant has […]

9 years ago

Brought to you by Dunnes Stores.  Our prayers have been answered! If you’re in need of some good news today then look no futher because we have just caught wind of an absolute bargain that could potentially make your week. Ladies, if you love gin as much as we do then you will be absolutely […]

9 years ago

A Dutch store has apologised after it sold a number of colouring books bizarrely featuring Adolf Hitler making a Nazi salute and wearing a Swastika armband. Dutch drugstore chain Kruidvat, who stocked and sold the offending colour-by-numbers book, told the Netherlands Times that they “deeply regretted the incident” and have since withdrawn the item from their […]

9 years ago

Brought to you by Lottoland.  A girl can dream, right? Do you ever find yourself ten pages deep in Pinterest looking up interior trends and luxurious houses? Well, welcome to the club. There’s nothing we like more than planning our dream home or having a good nosey into the gaffs of the rich and famous […]

9 years ago

Earlier this week we brought you an exclusive interview with one of Ireland’s top business women, Marissa Carter, on The Capital B. Her comments on the lack of authenticity in beauty blogging caused quite a stir. Now, the beauty boss has spoken out in an effort to clear up any misunderstanding over her statements on the podcast. Marissa […]

9 years ago

Brought to you by Comfort Intense.  We all have one. That one piece of clothing that you just can’t say goodbye to no matter how hard you try. It’s usually tucked away somewhere at the back of your wardrobe and chances are that it is something that has a lot of sentimental value or reminds you […]

9 years ago

With its heavenly views, amazing weather and delicious architecture, it’s no surprise that Santorini is trending. The jewel of the Cyclades islands in the Aegean Sea, this Greek getaway is the dream holiday spot to visit with friends, family or a partner. Here’s what you need to know before you jet off… 1.For the best […]

9 years ago

A neonatal unit in Scotland is appealing for crocheted octopi for their smallest patients. Aberdeen Maternity Hospital’s Neonatal Unit are asking for the crocheted creatures to comfort the premature babies in their care. The hospital cares for around 1,000 premie babies every year. The unique idea originates from Denmark where a hospital found the octopi comforted […]

9 years ago

Brought to you by mytaxi. This is not a drill! If we had to list out our dream modes of transport to get to work it would probably go a little something like, teleportation, bumper car or unicorn. Which is why we could hardly believe our ears when we found out that the good folks […]

9 years ago

Brought to you by Party in the Park.  Yes, you read that correctly. Two of Ireland’s biggest celeb chefs really will be battling it out in a head-to-head race this month and you definitely won’t want to miss it. The chefs will be swapping their spatulas for gear sticks and their blenders for spoilers as they […]

9 years ago

This week on The Capital B, one of Ireland’s busiest and most successful business women, Marissa Carter, talks Kardashians and why there’s no authenticity left in beauty blogging. Marissa Carter was self-employed as a beauty salon owner for almost eight years before launching her hugely popular Cocoa Brown tanning range in 2012. She developed the revolutionary […]

9 years ago

Brought to you by Flahavan’s #OfficeOats. Who is your favourite? We spent the last month hunting for Ireland’s most active and energetic office as part of Flahavan’s #OfficeOats competition. After scouring the nation we have finally come up with a list of our top 6 candidates for the prize and we have to say we […]

9 years ago

Brought to you by The Boss Baby. So much sass. If you have kids at home then you will know that they always rule the roost. We might try to pretend that we are in charge every now and then but let’s face it, they have us all wrapped around their little adorable pudgy fingers […]

9 years ago

Brought to you by Arnotts Menswear #GroomsmenGiveaway. Is that wedding bells we can hear? As wedding season fast approaches it feels like our calendars are quickly filling up. Barely a weekend will go by this summer when we don’t have some sort of nuptials to attend and we couldn’t be happier. If you’re getting hitched […]

9 years ago

“Can you see my Capri Suns?”

9 years ago