There’s a lot of love out there for the nautical trend, here here from the girls at wow!  Hence our excitement on the discovery of this little gem at Penneys.

The canvas striped pouch bag is only €7.00 (where else would you get that!!) and hit the stores at the beginning of last month so hurry if you need it to complete your nautical look this Summer.  The nautical style of the bag echoes French Riviera chic fused with a tint of young, and as always you won’t have to live on beans and toast for the rest of the month to buy it!  For inspiration on how to add a hint of nautical check out Chanel‘s marine themed bangle.  Oasis are carrying a great range of nautical accessories this season if Chanel is out of your budget!

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1940′s Flapper Glam!

Well, it looks like Dunnes Stores are going to keep on continuing to wow us with arrival after arrival of stunning dresses and party wear!

I spied some gorgeous girly party dresses and accessories, not forgetting the shoe department!  They’ve come up trumps I can tell ya, so get down and have a look for yourselves!  This 1940′s flapper dress is a total bargain at only €20 and it is looking so much more expensive than the price tag they have displayed to us.

It’s still all about neutrals so I’ve paired this look with nude peep toe heels.  They have a front platform making it so much easier to walk in.  You’ll spend longer on the dance floor in these comfies!  They are from Schuh and cost €75.  As they are colourless they will clash with less enabling you the choice of wearing them with a number of outfits… win win!

This clutch has a snake skin effect which never seems to date.  Wear it with anything to anywhere to add instant style and glamour.  It’s an amazing €7 from Penneys.

In keeping with the era check out this gold sequin head piece.  Once the sought after item of ladies at ladies day, headpieces are fast becoming a wardrobe staple.  This one is from H&M and priced at only €5.90!  Get experimenting ladies..

This is my favorite item of the week that Asos have to offer.  A nude lace pair of wristlets.  Perfect for the girly lady out there.  I got a pair myself and I have them worn to death!  They are €7 and only one is pictured here but they do come as a pair.

And finally we have the bracelet.  This three row pearl bracelet is from River Island and is €11.  Pearls will always stay in fashion… they are here to stay!

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With summer fast approaching and sun holidays being booked it’s time to get our Summer fun wardrobe together!

As always our trusty favourite Penneys saves the Summer yet again!  Thrilling us with cute play suits, flirty dresses and mega trendy hats!  They just keep on surprising us and this has definitely been their best year yet.

Check out this Dior look girly dress.  It’s part of the Penneys‘ limited edition collection and is priced at €23!  Perfect for dinner at night on your hols!  It is due in stores at the end of March (get your skates on!), so come on girls, it’s all about the underwear as outerwear!

Another cutie arriving to Penneys at the end of the month is this gorgeous black floral dress (the boat hat was in at the end of Feb).  Looking much more expensive than the €18 price tag this shift dress can be worn so many different ways that you’ve already got your monies worth!  It’s on my shopping list and I’ll be pairing it with my white pumps, maybe my tan brogues or perhaps my 5inch peep-toes.  How will you wear yours?

This colourful rainbow themed bikini, €10, is due in stores right now and is definitely a purchase to make!  It’s sure to grab you some attention as you walk along the beach and looks like so much fun to wear.  Be extra girly and add a cute corsage to the bikini strap.  Pennyes have a wide range from only €2 to €4!

Who knew walking on the beach could be so glam!

Matalan have lotsa surprises up their sleeves for us this Summer with a fab range of swimwear in their Spring/Summer collections.  This pink satin two piece is priced at €20 and will compliment most Irish skin tones. The twisty detail on the top and bottom are just the perfect design to add to this strapless number!

The Hawaiin floral bikini is another favourite (God I want/need them all!).

It is €13 and again from Matalan.  The wooden embellishments add something extra giving the illusion you are wearing this Summers big hit… a statement necklace.

Which two are your favourite?

And not forgetting Next!  These guys tend to be outdone by the likes River Island and Topshop but this season they’ve excelled themselves.  With so many gorgeous items in their swimwear collection, we narrowed it down and selected the best for you to choose from.

This pink bikini is in stores now and priced at €40.  It has clever ruching on the bikini top giving the illusion of a fuller chest.  Yes please!!

Hello St. Tropez!  What a gorgeous, black jewel-encrusted mono-kini with a price tag of €40!! and it’s perfect for those who love sparkle.  Wear it on the beach as well as for night time drinks by slipping over a classy pair of high waisted trousers or sleek skinny jeans!  A great option for those more conscious of their tummies.

It’s definitely all about the sparkle this Summer and that’s why we’ve added this lovely.  The bright yellow color is perfect for those of you wanting to show off that fab tan you’ve worked on (after all, it did take a long time lying on that hot beach with sand stuck to your face!).  It is €35 and has subtle yellow sequins on the top and also the bottoms.  So cute, how could you say no!  Yellow is also one of THE colours this season.

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There was a great vibe today at Brown Thomas, as the strikingly beautiful New York designer Tory Burch was in town to launch Fashion Targets Breast Cancer‘s limited edition tote bag.  Tory is so teeny weeny petite and very unassuming, in fact she looked awkward with all the attention as the camera men went snap happy instructing her on how best to stand.  This event was hosted by our own tiny and uber nice Sonia Lennon.  It was great to see the crowd that had gathered for such a worthy cause especially as 100% of the proceeds go directly to Action Breast Cancer, (of the Irish Cancer Society), and Europa Donna Ireland.

The leopard print tote is definitely one to put on your must have list and at €45 it won’t break the bank.  In fact it’s not even considered a ‘hand bag purchase’, officially you are donating to a good cause!  Canadian fashion model and actress Noot Seear is the face of the campaign in Ireland.

Both Sonia and Tory were rocking this seasons trend of nude shoes in style, both choices were to die for.  Tory was dressed in the most beautiful blue print dress with nude strappy heels.  Sonia opted for the denim trend wearing light skinnies, a stripy tee and a really well tailored purple sequin jacket with sleeves pulled up finishing with a GORGEOUS pair of patent platform nude shoes.

As always wow.ie were on hand to capture all those stylish ladies in attendance, of which there were many.  Almost immediately there was a queue winding it’s away around the second floor with teams of people purchasing the bag of the moment.  The bag is on sale in Brown Thomas and BT2 stores.  Trust us, you want this bag!  Two important pieces of information on the images below, H&M ruffles – Oasis mac, need we say more?

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Aisling Cullen from Sherbet Stars Blogazine is feeling Summery this week after discovering a new brand called Sretsis.

At last!  The sun is finally shining and I’m beginning to think of my Summer wardrobe.  One brand that got me inspired is Sretsis (‘sisters’ spelt backwards) by Thai designer Pim Sukhahuta.  Pim’s sisters both work for the company – her sister Kly does the marketing and Matina collaborates on jewellery.

Sretsis is already lining the closets of Beyonce, Zooey Deschanel and Katy Perry.  And with these cute designs, it’s easy to tell why stars are clambering to wear the collection.

I adore the cute daisy Sretsis sunglasses – these are a collaboration with eye wear designer Thierry Lasry.   I can just imagine myself eating a 99 ice-cream cone by the beach on a windy day wearing these sunnies…

I also love the combination of baby blue with coral and white in Pim’s fashion collection.   And the designs are so whimsical and fun!   To see more of Sretsis, you can view their collection by clicking here.

Unfortunately Sretsis is not in Ireland yet, but you can get this cute collection at Maxmillia.com and Pitbull Mansion.com which both deliver Internationally.

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Today’s pick happens to be one favoured by style goddess Alexa Chung.  Alexa has been pictured several times over the years wearing Mawi jewellery thus enhancing it’s credibility and desirability immensely!  (Have a look at the blog on Mawi‘s site should you pay it a visit)

We’ve picked from Mawi for Asos today but you can also pick up this range on net-a-porter.  We found it hard to choose just one so we didn’t!  Starting with the beautifully unique chest plate embellished necklace which is on grosgrain rope, this is a real statement piece and comes in either a gold or silver finish – priced at €41.68.  Following that we picked out this gem stone single box chain bangle with detailed embellishment.  This bangle comes in gold, silver or a really edgy gunmetal grey/black all with a high shine finish.  They’ve other great standout pieces including a black box cuff style bangle.  The bangle below comes in well priced at €51,79.

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Another hit for fans of the late McQueen…

“A skull with Swarovski crystal eyes tops an antique silver-finished band”.  A great way to own your own piece from this legend at only €140.  The ring is said to have been made in Italy and certainly is a unique piece.  It’s definitely going to fit in with today’s rock tees, leathers and skinny jeans.

This piece of history from an iconic legend is there for the taking on adverts.ie.

As always read the details before buying on-line people!

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This month get yourself to Brown Thomas and support Fashion Targets Breast Cancer.

Designer Tory Burch has created this limited edition bag to be exclusively sold at Brown Thomas stores to raise much needed funds for the Irish Cancer Society and Donna Europa Ireland.  The leopard print canvas tote features the designers signature bright orange lining and is sure to be this Summers must have arm candy.  The tote is due to be launched on the 19th of March and the New York designer herself will be making a personal appearance!  Celeb fans include Blake Lively, Beyonce, Jennifer Lopez and Hilary Swank.  If it’s good enough for them…!  At €45 you’ll feel good about not splurging and even better helping a worthy cause.  Yummy!

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Good news for all you Kate Moss devotees.  The super model has teamed up with french company Longchamp to create and produce a range of bags.  The collection starts at €200 (that’s the good part!) and works it’s way up to €900.  From tan colours to zebra prints, zebra print lining and more there’s sure to be a style for all you fashion princesses to choose from!   For more have a look at longchamp.com.  The collection is available from Arnotts right now.   See ya there!

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What right thinking girl would not dream of having a Alexander McQueen bag in her wardrobe? Ok, so the price tag can be off putting, well read on… On Saturday 6th of April there is the chance that you can pick one up (and there is only one!) and all for a good cause too.

On that day The Irish Cancer Society shop on Camden Street, Dublin will be selling this ‘ELVIE’ patent pebble tote bag – complete with a certificate of authenticity.  It is bright purple with mock croc-embossed patent leather which has beautiful soft pleat detailing and a turn lock clasp – just pure gorgeous!  This bag retails in New York for than $2000 and the Irish Cancer Society are expecting it to retail at €1000.  (Having said that check out net-a-porter where it has been reduced!)  Yes it’s still pricey but would be a fantastic discount for what it would cost in a department store, if you could even manage to find one!  Alexander McQueen pieces are even more treasured now since his death last month.  So raid the piggy bank and you know where to head on April 6th – 69 Lower Camden Street Dublin.

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