STYLE RULES

from Ulster Tatler March 2021

by Ulster Tatler

LOOKING BACK

Laura Maher Hora Owner of The Irish Country Home

Signature Scent - Chanel, Coco

Mademoiselle, from £62.

Go-to Makeup Product - AYU

Concealer.

Fashion Must Have - Mom jeans

(George @ Asda, £18).

How would you describe your style? I would say my style is defi nitely understated. I live in jeans, jumpers and my trusty Veja runners. If I want to feel a bit more polished I will through on a blazer and some nice boots. I do love a designer handbag though and I always feel like it dresses up whatever I am wearing. When I do get to go out and socialise, I love a simple classic dress paired with some elegant jewellery.

What are your wardrobe staples that you can’t live without? That’s a tricky one, but if I had to choose I would probably say my mom jeans. That is not something I thought I would ever say but they are so comfortable that I live in them. I haven’t found any loungewear that suit me so these are my happy medium.

Do you have a favourite designer or high street brand? I used to go to the high street a lot for my clothes, but nowadays I prefer to visit Irish boutiques because I feel like I will fi nd some more unique pieces. For more designer pieces I do like Sandro and Victoria Beckhams VVB range. They are always so well cut and have a real classic timeless feel about them.

Do you have any style icons? I love Rosie Huntington-Whiteley and Victoria Beckhams style. They are always so well turned out and they make it look so effortless. I also love Meghan Markles natural style. She exudes effortless cool whether she is in jeans and a shirt or attending an event.

Do you have a skincare regime? I am a huge fan of Estée Lauder skincare products. I have been using them for about 15 years and any time I have tried other products I end up coming back to them. I love their serums, Daywear moisturiser, and most recently I have invested in their Re-Nutriv Ultimate Lift Regenerating Youth Crème which makes my skin feel like silk.

What is your signature scent? My signature scent is Chanel Mademoiselle. I have been wearing it for years. Are there any haircare products you recommend? I love Joico Joiful shampoo and conditioner. I use non sulphate products and I love how this one gives my hair some volume while also smelling gorgeous.

What is your go-to makeup product? My favourite makeup product would have to be my AYU concealer. It banishes any dark circles I have and makes me look awake!

How do you keep fi t and healthy, are there any exercises or health foods your swear by? I recently invested in a really good treadmill for my home and it has been so instrumental in helping me to get my fi tness back. I was unable to exercise for the best part of a year because of a back problem so being able to go for walks again is amazing. I love yoga too so this is something I will be getting back into this year. My diet is completely varied and I don’t do diets. I allow myself a bit of everything because I feel like depriving myself of anything only makes me want it more!