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Make her Christmas special Snuggle up
Don’t let her brace the cold winter alone! Make sure she is kept warm with the cosy grey star-print hot water bottle or soft cream faux fur weave knit scarf, both available online at Mint Velvet. €39, water bottle, Mint Velvet €69, scarf, Mint Velvet
Giving Out Yards by Tara Flynn A festive season without the comfort and joy of a good read? Not in our books! In ‘Giving Out Yards’, writer and comedian, Tara Flynn, hilariously attempts to deconstruct the Irish art of “giving out.” As a nation who love giving out about everything from the weather to the state of the economy, Tara satirically analyses the topics that bring us out in a rash, with plenty of advice on how to air your grievances! €12.99, available from all good bookstores nationwide
Heart Photo Frame
For an extra personal touch, gift her with your photo memories together readily inserted into this sweet heart-shaped frame. €1.49, Dealz
Jack Wills Ladies Backpack
Begin Christmas in true Jack Wills style. One way to a girl’s heart is with a pretty bag. Now fill that bag with special treats for keeping her skin soft and radiant and you’re onto a winner. Rucksack includes a 200ml Hope Cove Body Wash, 200ml Hope Cove Body Lotion, 200ml Hope Cove Body Scrub, 175ml Hope Cove
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Body Butter, Body Polisher and Plastic Water Bottle. €72.50, Boots
Carolyn Donnelly –The Edit
Brought to you by Irish designer, Carolyn Donnelly, exclusively for Dunnes Stores, choose between the sandalwood fragrance reed oil diffuser or blossom scented candle to transform her space into a relaxing and refreshing haven. Or if you can’t choose one, get both! Sandalwood Diffuser €25, Dunnes Stores Carolyn Donnelly Blossom Scented Candle €12, Dunnes Stores
Oasis Rose Gold Ladies Watch
Trust us when we say this sparkling rose gold watch will be on top of many women’s wish lists this year. Checking the time has never been so stylish. €72, Littlewoods Ireland
Necklace
If you’re not sure about what piece of jewellery to buy her, choose this beautiful simple, silver triangle necklace designed by Natasha Sherling. It will go with any outfit she wears. €129, available on natashasherling.ie
Trisha Flap Crossover Bag
This sophisticated crossover bag is crafted from genuine leather and embossed with the iconic Tommy Hilfiger logo. It’s guaranteed to add elegance to every girl’s ensemble. €119.90, Tommy Hilfiger
Festive fashion staples The festive season has snuck up on us, and with it comes invites to glitzy parties and work-dos. But what do you wear? One of Ireland’s top Fashion Stylists, Author and TV Presenter, Lisa Fitzpatrick, shares her fashion secrets with Clodagh Dooley
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eing one of Ireland’s most-loved fashion stylists, it’s no surprise that Lisa Fitzpatrick is kept busy with her Fashion Fix events and special appearances this Christmas. On television, Lisa is well known for her honest style reviews and fashion tips. This holiday season, Lisa says there are no specific style rules as to what you should wear! “If you’re happy with how you look and you leave your house
feeling good, then you’ve ticked in the same outfit, I would all the boxes,” Lisa says. “Don’t say it’s nonsense,” says overthink your outfits, just be Lisa. “If you went to comfortable and stand tall in a party and you felt whatever you’re wearing this a million dollars in Christmas. Do invest in a cosy, your outfit, then wear quality winter coat that you’ll get it to another event. good wear out of and a pair of You can pair your favourite ankle boots that will go with both skirt with different tops dresses and skinny jeans. and fabulous accessories. “Buy something that you Likewise, you can change absolutely know you will wear up your favourite top with between now and Christmas. jeans or different skirts.” Something you could possibly Lisa, who wear before Christmas, as well started her as Christmas Day. Don’t buy an item of Boots, clothing just for €60, the office party, Pretty Little where once it’s Thing had its moment it has nowhere else to go.” But what if we’re tagged in photographs on social media in the same outfit twice? “If anybody Coat, worries about €45, getting tagged Pretty Little in photographs Thing
career in wholesale manufacturing, has also written a bestselling book called Diet SOS following her impressive weight loss journey. She says you shouldn’t get disheartened if certain clothes don’t fit over Christmas. “People get obsessed with Dress, the size label on €41, clothes to the Boohoo extent that they don’t like if it’s a bigger size. I always say cut the label off if it’s upsetting you. It’s all about how the outfit looks on you, not what size it is. I could buy a size 12 trousers in one store and a size 14 in another but it never fazes me what size label is on it - it’s how it fits. Wear clothes that fit you perfectly as opposed to clothes you’re pulling at because they’re too small or too big. Be comfortable, be stylish and be happy this Christmas.”