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Grub Guide: Dada Restaurant

March 21, 2018

Edina Zejnilovic travels Dada Restaurant on South William Street for a taste of Morocco, with its Moorish-style dining and delicious,spice-infused dishes.

Frisky business

March 21, 2018

Sex shops have evolved from seedy backstreets to bustling high streets, encouraging the country to talk honestly about sexuality and the politics that comes with it.

Ladies Ball Fashion

March 21, 2018

With ball season upon us, Gabija Gataveckaite tells us how ladies can turn out on a student budget, without breaking the bank.

Black Tie for the Cheap Guy

March 21, 2018

Whether you fancy a formal tuxedo or laid back tweed look this ball season, Alison Rothwell covers it all in her style guide to suit your pocket.

Oscars 2018 trend report

March 14, 2018

Rachel Farrell analyses some of the key trends seen on the 2018 Oscars red carpet.

Visiting the Big Apple in a New York minute

March 12, 2018

Welcome to New York City- epicentre of the arts, creator of new fashions and engrossed with every genre of restaurant and bar. New York has it all, but visiting (or staying) without some sort of itinerary

Glissed: The online start up that is making its way to the high street

March 7, 2018

The online beauty platform aimed to connect beauty professionals with consumers, Glissed, have launched a pop up shop in Penney’s for three months only.

Grub Guide: The Hungry Duck

March 7, 2018

Méabh Riordan tells us about her visit to the Hungry Duck, the cosy cafe situated on the Kimmage road, that has become a popular brunch spot outside of the city center

Catrice HD Liquid Coverage foundation review

March 7, 2018

Looking for a new foundation? Kirsty Dowdall reviews the latest budget foundation on the market by Catrice.

Winter Olympics 2018: Game of Rhinestones

March 7, 2018

For some Olympians, the quality of their gear could determine their place on the podium, but in figure skating their costumes play a big part in how they will be remembered in sporting history.

Life with endometriosis while waiting on diagnosis

March 7, 2018

After Lena Dunham told her story of living with endometriosis, there has been a call for light has been shed on this serious topic that affects women both mentally and physically.

Cocktails and the art of mixology

March 7, 2018

The cocktail industry in Ireland is booming. Rachel Farrell explores the art of mixology and what makes a perfect cocktail.

An introduction to Kiko Cosmetics

March 7, 2018

If you’ve never heard of Kiko Cosmetics, you will when you step outside Ireland. Aine Conaty gives readers an introduction to the European budget brand.

How to hostel hop without hating the experience

March 7, 2018

Booking a hostel is tricky business, with factors like cost and location to consider. David Kelly discusses the ins and outs of staying in hostels for student travellers.

How the pink princess is influencing social media fashion

February 28, 2018

Elsa Anderling looks at how seven year old fashionista Coco is taking instagram and social media by storm with an impressive 500,000 followers online.

Gucci turns heads at Milan Fashion Week

February 28, 2018

Helen O’Neill analyses the latest Gucci show on the runway, featuring severed heads and lizards.

Determining the difference between dry scalp and dandruff

February 21, 2018

While winter weather can cause many issues with drying our skin and scalp, sometimes there can be more a serious problem causing the discomfort.

How to visit Manchester on a student budget

February 21, 2018

Aine Conaty shares her top tips for planning a weekend getaway to Manchester on the cheap.

Religion in fashion: wholly necessary or holy vanity?

February 21, 2018

With the release of Macy’s new line for Muslim women and The Met Gala’s Catholic theme for 2018, Gabija Gataveckaite looks at the issues stemming from mixing fashion with religion.

Inside Glitz N’ Pieces

February 21, 2018

Following the success of what began as a college project, girl bosses Grace O’Sullivan and Ellen Weber launched their jewellery range, Glitz N’ Pieces.

The rise of students and sunbeds

February 21, 2018

Rachel Farrell explores the apparent rise of students hitting the tanning beds and issues arising from it.

Grub Guide: taste of Toscana

February 21, 2018

Michelle Townsend tried and tested Italian restaurant Toscana rating it on price, service and atmosphere, location and value for money.

Travel Tales – American fun without the J1

February 21, 2018

Heading on a J1 is often thought as the American dream for Irish students but Rachael Martin tells how she had the experience without the actual Visa.

Tasty or just trendy?

February 21, 2018

Food trends come and go like the seasons but acai bowls and cauliflower have been gaining more and more popularity in recent years.

Losing yourself In Bruges

February 14, 2018

During a short city break, Cathal Mc Cahey unlocked the beauty, atmosphere and tales of the understated city that is Bruges.