It is a classic wardrobe staple. We haven’t seen much of her since little baby Archie was born in May, but last Saturday, The Duchess of Sussex surprised everyone by making an impromptu appearance in New York City to see her friend, Serena Williams, play in the U.S. Open finals. Arriving at Arthur Ashe Stadium […]

6 years ago

Delish!

6 years ago

Mornings can be the worst. I mean, trying to get myself ready, pack lunchboxes, break up a few fights when my four-year-old has “accidentally” done a Ninja move on his sister, make beds – let’s just say, this time a day can be rather hectic, no? Getting myself ready and made up and dressed for […]

6 years ago

A healthy, glowing complexion is the holy grail for many. But if you want to keep your skin wrinkle-free and healthy, tanning yourself in the sun is a big no-no. And – as a general rule – self-tanners for your face can be a risky operation. Trust me – I have tried – and failed […]

6 years ago

I am a notorious list maker. As in, I constantly have lists on the go for all areas of our lives, from grocery shopping to stuff the kids have on or even things that needs doing around the house. Lists make me feel in control. They make our busy family life seem easier to keep […]

6 years ago

It’s where I grew up. It’s funny how this thing you grew up never really thinking about, which was as normal to us as rain clouds are to children in Ireland, has suddenly become the #1 must see phenomen there is right now. I am talking about the Northern Lights.  Aurora Borealis. Those beautiful lights […]

6 years ago

It’s still a while to go (15 weeks to be exact). But that doesn’t mean we can’t start to get a teeny, tiny excited about it already. Because not only has studies actually proven that people who decorate for the holidays early are actually happier than those who wait until it’s actually December (hah!), but […]

6 years ago

Finally – finally, it seems we are all waking up to the fact that it’s not just what we put into our bodies that matter in terms of of health, but also, very much so, what we put on it. The skin is our largest organ, and being a porous one, it’s important to remember […]

6 years ago

Getting enough fruit and veggies into our diets can be a real challenge. But if you manage to down one of these nutrient-dense smoothies in the morning, we guarantee that you will feel SO much better and most likely help ward off a lot of pesky colds. And the added bonus? All these raw wholesome […]

6 years ago

When it comes to mornings, I cannot function properly until I have had my morning latte. But with life being pretty hectic with two young children and two full-time working parents, I often end up sacrificing breakfast just to have time to fix ponytails or locate pirate swords or even just have time to brush […]

6 years ago

No-one will guess these came from Ikea.

6 years ago

When it comes to my beauty – and skincare routine, I only really look for one thing: Healthy, glowing, radiant skin. Because let’s face it, once you have that, you don’t need much else. I am not really all that into makeup, and so my daily makeup products list is rather short. Tinted moisturizer, mascara. […]

6 years ago

Let calm descend. It can be hard to get into the swing of things when reality hits again, and the carefree, lazy days of summer are behind us. School is back on, autumn is around the corner, and even though temperatures outsides are trying to convice us it is still summer, we know fine well […]

6 years ago

Whenever Charlotte Tilbury announces the launch of a new product, makeup lovers and beauty bloggers of this world sit up and take note. She has a cult following and in the makeup world is pretty much as close to a bonafide superstar as you can be. The celebrity makeup artist has just brought out a […]

6 years ago

So trying these out tonight.

6 years ago

Up for some really easy weekend DIY? Here is a paint trick I recently came across, and am actually dying to put to the test in my own home very soon. You know the way some rooms can feel a bit gloomy compared to others? This often has a lot to do with natural light […]

6 years ago

August means a lot of things. The summer is almost over, back-to-school/college season is almost upon us. And – the brand new Ikea catalogue comes out. Which, if you are as obsessed with your home and interiors as I am, you will have been eagerly anticipating all summer. And right not, the 2020 Ikea catalogue […]

6 years ago

Bit of a klutz when it comes to spilling food? Same here. I am forever trying to tackling stains and get fed up having to throw out perfectly good clothes just because they had some sort of grease stain that was impossible to get off. However, I came across this nifty little hack on Instagram yesterday […]

7 years ago

This is GENIUS.

7 years ago

Over the past couple of decades, the average age of first time mothers has been creeping up, and currently, in Ireland, women are aged between 30 and 34 before they give birth to their first baby. In fact, there are now in many Western countries more women who give birth after 40 than women who […]

7 years ago

This week marked my last week of work before my holidays – yay! And so last week, as I was starting to pull out summer dresses and straw baskets, and lay them out over my bed in an attempt to put together the perfect vacay wardrobe, I suddenly noticed that my poor feet, having already […]

7 years ago

Are you looking for a baby name with serious swagger? Research has shown that parents who regret their baby name choice say it is because the name is too popular. When it comes to choosing a name, you might of had one picked out from the moment you found out you were pregnant. However, many […]

7 years ago

Sunshine, tapas and sangria by the bucket-load – what are you waiting for?

7 years ago

Are you as obsessed with smoothies for breakfast as we are yet? If not, then maybe you just haven tried the right, super-yummy recipes yet – in which case, check out these below and report back to us whether we have convinced you yet. If yes, you are as hooked as we are, you might […]

7 years ago

Obsessed with throw cushions, wallpaper and the upcycling that gorgous vintage chest-of-drawer you picked up at the local charity shop? Well, then you are going to want to book yourself tickets for this amazing interiors event, co-hosted by interior bloggers Joanne Mooney from @aproudhome Darran from @oldvictoriannew, Katrina from @vintageirishkat and Joanne from @joannecondon. Here […]

7 years ago

It’s amazing how much more on top of the world we feel when our hair is looking great. Seriously – when my hair is blow-dried into perfect, bouncy beachwaves, I can literally take on anything. The thing is – regular blow-dries can be a bit of a budget buster, so when you get one, you […]

7 years ago

Hardly ever do three little syllables evoke so many emotions and polar opposite reactions as “IKEA .” To me, being Scandinavian, IKEA is a haven of clever design, modern must-haves and prices that enables me to frequently grow tired of trends and change things around on the home-front. To my other half, however, the Swedish […]

7 years ago

It’s amazing how much more on top of the world we feel when our hair is looking great. Seriously – when my hair is blow-dried into perfect, bouncy beachwaves, I can literally take on anything. The thing is – regular blow-dries can be a bit of a budget buster, so when you get one, you […]

7 years ago

Nip those sweet cravings in the bud with these healthy bites!

7 years ago

She clearly travels in style now that she is a member of the royal family. But it seems Meghan Markle knew a thing or two about packing the perfect suitcase long before she became a duchess too. And seeing how we are in the middle of travel season, we are always keen to hear about […]

7 years ago

Summer is the perfect time to give your diet a little reset and experiment with some healthy, new recipes and foods. The warmer, brighter weather makes it so much easier to stick to meals that are lighter and more plant-based, as I find winter and the cold, dark days often has me reaching for comfort […]

7 years ago

Flying can cause serious havoc with your skin.

7 years ago

I don’t know about you, but I have fully embrace the concept of ‘self care Sundays.’ Come Sunday evening, when I finally have both my kids tucked into their beds, I love nothing more than to get into my bathrobe, and treat myself to some very much needed me-time and self-care. I will slap a […]

7 years ago

With well over 300 stores in 38 countries, Ikea is – by miles – the largest furniture retailer in the world. What that means, of course, is that thousands and thousands of homes across the globe are choc-a-block with Billy bookcases and Malm dressers and Lack tables. But insanely popular as the above are (and […]

7 years ago

It is the one shop I always make sure I pay a visit whenever I am in Spain or France (or any city where they have a physical shop). Zara Home is to an interior design addict like me what I imagine Sephora is to a makeup influencer, and I cannot help myself when it […]

7 years ago

We have all become much more aware of what we are eating these days – realising, I think, that there is a huge and undeniable link between what we put into out bodies and how healthy it is. But what we put onto our bodies also matters. Did you know that your skin is by […]

7 years ago

All the motivation you’ll need to put down the phone tonight.

7 years ago

Would you agree?

7 years ago

Summer eating is all about minimal fuss. Nobody wants to be spending ages slaving away in the kitchen when there is summer days to be lived and enjoyed. Which is why we are all about salads this time a year. And the best bit? You can eat them on their own, or add things like […]

7 years ago

About to pack your suitcase and head for the airport? You lucky thing. July should be all about the vacay and sunny weather vibes. When it comes to travelling in the summer season, I am all about keeping things simple and easy. I want my make sure my skin is protected and hydrated, and just […]

7 years ago

Find yourself feeling stressed and anxious a lot? You are not alone. These days, so many adults, and especially women, admit to feeling stressed out and anxious too, something which can interfere not only with our sleep and energy, but also our overall wellness and health. Often, our busy lives are being blamed, as well […]

7 years ago

There are so many gorgeous places to see on this little green island of ours. And summertime is the perfect time, really, to head off on day-trips with the family to discover some of Ireland’s hidden treasures. One of these being the absolutely stunning Hillsborough Castle in Co. Down, which recently underwent a £24 million […]

7 years ago

Desperately trying to motivate yourself to get started on that bikini diet? Just relax – we have some wonderful news for you voluptuous ladies. According to a new study by the department of psychology at UNAM, men who were married to (or in a relationship with) curvy women were ten times happier than those who […]

7 years ago

Seriously, it works.

7 years ago

Does this sound true for your household?

7 years ago

Self care Sunday, guys – we need to make them a priority. And sure look, we are all busy bees, but this easy DIY body scrub can be done in just minutes – and if you commit to doing this once a week, you’ll very soon see a real difference in your skin. Even better […]

7 years ago

Did you know that when it comes to the environment, the fashion industry – especially our collective love affair with mass-produced, cheap fashion – is one of the worst offenders. More waste, more toxic chemicals  from dyes polluting waterways, more energy and water used – our impulse shopping is not doing our beautiful planet – […]

7 years ago

Whether you have never tried yoga before or are a regular practisioner, this is for you. And you don’t have to leave the house or look up your nearest yoga studio either. These three simple yoga moves are easy enough to do at home – and there are all sorts of reasons why you should […]

7 years ago

IKEA for the win. If you are an avid user of Pinterest and follow you share of interior design mavens on Instagram, you will no doubt be aware that marble has – for a while now – been the hottest surface around. As in; people are scrambling to get their hands on anything marble (or, […]

7 years ago

Facial oils are currently having a major beauty moment, and if you are yet to give these a try I just have one thing to say to you: You have been missing out. Big time. In fact, ever since swapping my regular moisturizers for face oils, I will argue that my skin looks younger now […]

7 years ago