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GIRL ABOUT TOWN

EDITED BY

NUALA MEENEHAN

RED CARPET GLAMOUR IS BACK

Voting is closed, the judges are gathered and the excitement is mounting for this autumn’s glittering Ulster Tatler Awards 2021. Now in their 14th year, the awards ceremony is one of the most glamorous sell-out events in the calendar. After last year’s postponement, I hear guests are planning to pull out all the stops style wise. Always one of the chicest and most hotly anticipated awards ceremonies, sporting heroes, film and acting legends, TV personalities, and celebrities will walk the red carpet with the best in business, beauty and hospitality across Northern Ireland. One thing is for certain, there will be no shortage of glamour at this year’s glittering event. Once again the highly coveted award of ‘Best Dressed’ sponsored by Holley Optometrists, is up for grabs on the night, so the pressure is on. See you on the red carpet folks.

FASHION HOUSES

PLAY NEW GAME High-end French fashion brand, Louis Vuitton is cashing in on Generation Z and launching their first smartphone game called ‘Louis the Game’. The game follows Vivienne, a flower-shaped mascot (naturally) who dresses in LV clothing and unlocks stories while crossing whimsical versions of Paris and other landscapes. An eye-watering 90% of Gen Z (born between 1999 and 2012) are gamers and have the combined purchasing power of £44 billion! Louis Vuitton is not alone, the Italian brand Moschino and British brand Burberry are jumping in on the game. Now, call me cynical but wouldn’t a game of good ol’ hide and seek, or a quick round of snap be more fun! But I guess that would mean interaction with other humans, and spending no money, perish the thought!

NO SWEAT KARMA KLAY HAVE YOU COVERED!

Newly launched eco-deodorant brand Karma Klay is on a mission to make the world a better place, one pit at a time! The Belfast-based brand has created the most divine little pots of vegan and naturally antibacterial eco-deodorant. All products are handmade in Belfast using sustainably sourced, unrefined, ingredients including, all-natural butters, oils, and earthen clay. No need to sweat the small stuff. Head over to

www.karmaklay.com @karmaklay.deo

NO THANKS CHAPS

Yee-haw, Beyoncé has just released her fourth collaboration with Adidas. The new ‘Rodeo’ range includes fringed face coverings, a slashed skirt with purple cow print design, and a selection of denim chap trousers. After a quick preview of this latest collection, it’s a no thanks chaps from me.

Patterned blouse,

River Island, £50.

THAT’S SO 70S

Orange baker boy hat

Oliver Bonas, £25.

Ellen wide trousers in camel,

Tomorrow Denim, £188.

Quilted bag,

Accessorize.

Anatomy leather boots,

Office, £95.

AUTUMN STYLES

Get ready for Autumn with Just Because Shoes’ selection of bags. They come in various colours with a detachable straps and 3 separate compartments you can fit all your essentials - phone, makeup, purse and of course the usual 20 random receipts. Pop into the shop in Banbridge or visit their website www.

justbecauseshoesbanbridge.

com. Make sure you follow them on Instagram to see all the new stock @

justbecauseshoesbanbridge. com

Click your heels 3 times…. And grab yourself a pair of these Stunning Red Boots from Just Because Shoes’ Autumn/Winter Marco Tozzi collection. These red patent boots are vibrant, colourful and will definitely make a statement this winter, Check out their website www.

justbecauseshoesbanbridge.

com for sizes and price.

Contemporary glass jewellery

Maggie Napier is glass artist and jewellery designer, her studio ‘Glassistudio’ is based in County Down. She works with a glassmaking technique called ‘Flamework’ or ‘Lampwork’ originally used in Murano, Venice, to create her unique range of jewellery. Each piece of glass is individually melted and shaped in a torch flame, often 24k gold leaf is added for lustre, before combining with silver or gold elements to create a range of delicate but strong statement jewellery. Bespoke one-off pieces can also be designed and created to suit your individual request.

Stockists include the Ulster Museum, Craft NI Gallery, Holburne Museum, Bath and the F.E.McWilliam Gallery. A wide range of her work and more information is also online at www.glassistudio.co.uk

Maggie hosts glassmaking workshops in her studio, for more information contact: maggie@glassistudio.co.uk

Glass & 24k gold leaf minimal necklace

Murano glass & 24k gold leaf disc earrings in teal.

Glass and Felt Hat: Collaboration with Wendy Louise Designs

Project organised by the Council of Irish Fashion Designers and Design & Crafts Council of Ireland

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