lifestyle Archives – The College View

Fast fashion alternatives on a budget

April 15, 2021

“It’s not even just clothes that are more disposable. Everything is a trend these days.”

A guide to going plastic free: Zero waste shampoo bars

April 14, 2021

Out of these demands from consumers and the need for brands to stand up and deliver change, sustainable shampoo bars were born.

As fashion trends dwindle during Covid-19, individual style triumphs

April 14, 2021

The spring ’21 collection was more future oriented than ever as it was a prediction of who we want to be and what we want to look like when we finally come out of lockdown.

The rise of hiking culture and a guide to joining in

April 14, 2021

With a new wave of national restrictions recently eased, a wealth of hiking opportunities becomes available. Take it as your informal invitation to explore the trails, walks and routes you’ve ‘been meaning to get around to’.

How to manifest with the moon

April 14, 2021

A new moon cycle is approaching, with a full moon lighting the sky on April 26th. Many people use crystals and manifestation to make the most out of the moon and to harvest its spiritual energy.

I took the plunge, will you?

March 26, 2021

Record numbers in Ireland took up the activity in 2020, and the popularity of sea swimming continues to grow. So, what do you need to know about sea swimming?

The pandemic has proven that the future of fashion is rental

March 24, 2021

For a lot of fashion rental services, 2020 was the year that they had just found their feet. It was also a year where the fashion industry was already experiencing an existential crisis of sorts.

Journalist and Entrepreneur Anne-Marie Tomchak on sharing her joy

March 24, 2021

The faces behind the fashion are Irish women who have leveraged conversations around mental health, fashion and sustainability. From women such as Roz Purcell, Louise McSharry, Dr Doireann O’Leary and IamIrish founder Lorraine Maher, each woman has a positive, powerful contribution to make that extends far beyond a piece of clothing.

A reflection on life in lockdown

March 24, 2021

Face masks were still just a skincare routine, a cough simply meant we had a cold and seeing our friends was common practice, little did we know our daily lives were about to become altered for over a year.

Rediscovering writing in lockdown

March 24, 2021

The digital advances over the last few years have changed our lives so much. With just one device, you can call a relative overseas, text a pal who lives next door, even video call strangers on the Internet.

Garnier products are now officially cruelty free

March 24, 2021

Speaking on the brand, Garnier Global Brand President, Adrien Koskas explains that they “have been committed to a world against animal testing since 1989.”

The rise of herbal medicine

March 24, 2021

Herbal medicine is considered the oldest form of healing, it works to restore the balance of the body on both a physical and emotional level. It was discovered by mankind as they turned to nature and herbal medicine to restore and maintain health and vitality.

Tips to feel less tired as online learning continues

February 24, 2021

February is supposed to be the beginning of spring, a time of new life and energy, but as we continue into what feels like an endless lockdown the days can start to take a toll

The good, the bad and the coronavirus – How the pandemic changed fashion

February 10, 2021

In the year where PJ days went from an occasional luxury to an ubiquitous habit, the fashion industry suffered like never before.

The principles of intuitive eating

January 27, 2021

New year, new me. Sound familiar? This has probably been uttered by every person at least a handful of times in the last decade or so.

Imposter syndrome: The cycle and how to overcome it

January 27, 2021

Imposter syndrome is something we have all heard of but probably don’t know much about.

Geraldine Carton of The Useless Project: “The only way is up”

November 23, 2020

From the rallying cries of Extinction Rebellion protesters to the enactment of the Climate Ambassador Programme, Carton feels we are a nation that has a propensity to do the right thing when it comes to climate action.

Converting to Veganism

November 2, 2020

Committing to a Vegan/Plant-based diet can take extra work when it comes to creating the right diet for your body, planning meals or deciding where to eat out. But once you adapt to the Vegan lifestyle, the benefits are beyond doubt.

Curbing the maskne epidemic

October 21, 2020

Despite face masks holding significant importance in our current climate, we did not expect the unwarranted skin irritation that would accompany it. Thankfully, with expert advice and recommendations, we can curb the maskne epidemic one step at a time.