CARAVAGGIO AND VERMEER The National Gallery’s exceptional return
The Historic Wings of the National Gallery will re-open in June after more than six years undergoing a complete refurbishment and renovation. It's being...
AN EXQUISITE LIFE Ib Jorgensen on fashion and art
It’s hard to believe Ib Jorgensen is 82. Clearly a life of discipline and self care have served him well. He is lean and...
EXQUISITE COLLECTIBLES The enduring allure of Miriam Haskell
Vintage costume jewellery has become highly collectible, recognized for its fine workmanship and bold design. American Miriam Haskell (1899-1981) gained a stellar following for her...
STYLE ICON OF THE WEEK: Faye Dunaway
The ultimate Hollywood diva with a reputation for being ‘difficult’, Faye Dunaway will also go down in the anals of history as one of...
CHILD’S PLAY When is the right time to discuss money?
My five year old Patrick is known to say, 'Just buy another one,' after the breakage of a toy/glass/vase/lipstick/shall I go on? The poor...
BURN OUT How to beat adrenal fatigue, the plight of the logged on generation
Too much pressure and screentime is playing havoc with our health. Beauty and wellbeing expert, Anita Murray of the award winning salon Edvard and...
MODERN BOTANY The Trinity College endorsed brand packed with plant power
Pharmacognosy: The branch of knowledge concerned with medicinal drugs obtained from plants or other natural sources.
Sometimes we need reminding, Planet Earth is incredible. Awe-inspiring...
LITERARY LOVER Áine Toner’s love affair with books
Áine's Top 10 'Quotes'
'Pictures of perfection, as you know, make me sick and wicked,'
wrote Jane Austen to her niece, Fanny. This keeps me amused on...
LOST LEGEND Clodagh of Dublin’s unacknowledged acclaim
Aisling O'Loughlin on the fascinating story behind a vintage label 'Clodagh of Dublin' and how one woman's singular vision brought international acclaim, except at...
