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Win! A Nokia 5310 & Carphone Warehouse voucher

To celebrate the opening of the new Carphone Warehouse store in the Ashleaf Shopping Centre, Crumlin, we are offering two lucky readers the chance to win a €50 voucher to spend in the Carphone Warehouse and a Nokia 5310.

The new store is located just opposite Dunnes Stores in the Ashleaf Shopping Centre in Unit 4.

With the widest range of phones across all four networks, The Carphone Warehouse offer independent advice on call tariffs and packages. Why not call into any of the Carphone Warehouse stores nationwide or visit www.carphonewarehouse.ie for great offers.

To enter this fantastic giveaway, it couldn’t be easier! Please join our Facebook page and leave a comment below. Competition closes Friday 16th July.

Good luck!

Mwah

* Unfortunately due to the nature of  this competition it is only available to people in the Republic of Ireland

** Winners will be picked using random.org.

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Make Your Own Havaianas - I did!

The Make Your Own Havaianas booth arrived instore in BT2 Grafton Street on Friday 4th June.

I had absolutely no intention of going to town on Friday until the Vodafone Ireland StreetUp in Dakota was announced. I needed that Swarm badge! So on my way to Dakota by the law’s of physics, well kinda, not really… I couldn’t pass by the door of BT2 knowing the Havaianas Bar had arrived… now that would be rude!

So in I went and this is what I saw! (Apologies for photo quality, I only had my iPhone with me)

As you can see from the photos, there is a fantastic range of colours to choose from.

I went in with the plan to purchase pink ones, surprise surprise… However after chatting to the very helpful lady, and because I already have a purple pair from last year that I would go for a neutral look with some pink bling

I was a little disappointed with the choice of pins / badges. The lettering is quite boring, its a simple lower case font on a black background so I decided against getting any of those. I opted for a clear bling star on one, & a clear bling heart on the other, nice & girlie with a signature pink Swarovski in each.

I <3 them, I was showing them off in Dakota on Friday night and I wore them at the weekend non stop (yes, even in the rain!)

At first I found them not quite as comfy as my purple pair however I manoeuvred the straps and I am much happier. There was a tiny piece on the left strap that was digging in to my tootsie so I filed it with a nail file gently and it worked!

The price: so they start at €25, my sole & strap came to €30 which included one of the pins, then I added another pin €2, and the Swarovski pins were €3 each so total was €38… Considering they cost €30 with no bling I’m pretty happy with the price.

All in all I say is get to BT2 Grafton Street asap & make your own! The booth is there for the full month of June.

Mwah

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Make Your Own Havaianas at BT2 this June

Havaianas Booth coming to BT2

This has been covered on many blogs but as a massive Havaianas fan I had to include it on Mwah.ie

I have a gorgeous purple pair which I have worn to death last Summer and already this year. Now with the chance to personalise my own pair in town I am there! Not only are they great to look at & available in a rainbow of colours but they are also sooooo comfy!

To ensure you don’t put a foot wrong this summer, BT2 Grafton Street is delighted to bring ‘Make Your Own Havaianas’ (MYOH) to Dublin. The service, which until now was only available in Selfridges in London, allows customers to customize any pair of the cult Brazilian flip flops in different colour soles and straps.

The onsite customising booth has over 100 killer colour combinations of soles and straps to choose from, plus straps can be decorated with a selection of over twenty five various pins ranging from hearts and stars to quirkier designs, for example; fruits, animals and flags.

There is also a selection of Swarovski crystals to add some ‘bling’ & make each pair truly unique which is sure to be a favourite with the girls. With over 900 combinations of straps, soles, pins & crystals, the possibilities are endless for personalizing these summer must haves!

The Make Your Own Havaianas will be instore in BT2 Grafton Street from Friday, June 4^th and are priced from €25. Celebrity fans of the customised footwear include Victoria Beckham, Dannii Minogue and Patsy Kensit.

Not sure I’ll make it to into BT2 on Friday but I will hopefully get there at some stage over the weekend and I will do a follow up post

Mwah

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Be Fabulous With The Nokia 6700 Slide in Pink

Get party perfect with the new Nokia 6700 Slide in pink, available from O2 and Carphone Warehouse stores nationwide this May. As well as getting your hands on this playful and colourful phone, Nokia is delighted to offer a complimentary pair of foldable Sex & the City edition pink shoes, to celebrate the launch of this year’s most fashionable movie.

Every fashionista knows that high heels can be a killer at the end of a night. With the Nokia 6700 Slide there is no need to leave the party early, simply just slip a pair of these foldable flats into your handbag and make sure you are there until the end to capture all the best pictures on this fashion friendly phone. With its five megapixel camera, Carl Zeiss optics, dual LED flash and a dedicated camera button, you and your friends can recreate some favourite fashion poses.

The colourful and compact 6700 Slide is the perfect handset to share fun moments. Choose when, where and how you want to share your media – share your photos online with one click, share via email or access your favourite social networks at the touch of a button, while you are on the go.

The 6700 also boasts four hours talk time, more than 12 days standby and a built-in FM radio and music player, which will keep you dancing day and night. Combining beauty and technology, Nokia’s innovative 6700 Slide in hot pink, along with a pair of sparkly Sex & the City-inspired shoes, is sure to turn heads. Stay connected to friends and family with this pretty-in-pink duo RRP €149.99 on prepay or free on postpay (T&Cs apply). This offer is available for a limited time only from O2 so get in store now to get your hands on this season’s must-have fashion accessory!

*Limited number of shoes available for redemption. Applies to purchase of Nokia 6700 Slide pink version only. One gift per customer

Mwah

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Xpose Live 2010

Xpose Live was really good fun. Due to a weekend of painting and home improvements and the fact that I am turning into such a Dometic Goddess NOT! I headed along to Xpose Live on Friday evening in the RDS Dublin.

I was pleasantly surprised at the turn out for the Friday night. I had thought the turn out of stalls may have been limited due to recession however I wasn’t disappointed. I made a number of purchases including laptop bag with matching document wallet, sparkley butterfly ring, powder brush from Crown Brush & a fab capri blue thick bangle from Crystal & Co.

Laptop Bag with matching Document Wallet

Butterfly Ring - no flash

Butterfly Ring - flash

If the Crown Brushes I purchased at B.I.T.E. are anything to go by then this Powder Brush is gonna be fab!

Powder Brush by Crown Brush

Gosh Cosmetics were on offer 3 for €10. Vita Liverata Tan was on sale for €20. Plenty of bargains to be had.

The very lovely Stacey Solomon preformed on Friday night at the show and she was fab. Her jewellery for the event was supplied by Crystals & Co.

Stacey Solomon with the full crystal handle clutch

Did you guys go to Xpose Live? Did you enjoy it? What did you purchase?

Don’t forget Xpose Live 2010 continues in Silver Springs Cork, May 14th - 16th.

Mwah

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Free Aveda Samples @ Brown Thomas

Aveda is one of my favourite hair care ranges, I swear by Shampure however over the past six weeks I have been embrassing my natural wave and I am dying to give Be Curly™ a go! Now’s my chance

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Crystals & Co.

SWAROVSKI CRYSTAL THREE BANGLE SET €68

Crystals & Co. is Ireland’s hottest new online accessory boutique showcasing glamorous crystal embellished costume jewellery and bags suitable for any occasion.

If you haven’t spotted the new website run by Emily MacKeogh & Leah O’Reilly where have you been!?

The site launched with a glitzy party in Lillies Bordello Dublin where Emily & Leah showcased their extensive range of clutch bags, bangles, earrings and other costume jewellery are adorned with glittering Swarovski crystals and rhinestones which guarantee to give a touch of luxury to any outfit.

RHINESTONE TEAR DROP EARRINGS €28

Since the launch Crystals & Co.’s range has been warn by many the celeb including Clelia Murphy, Michelle McGrath and Sheana Keane on the red carpet. The girls have even brought their collection over to London Fashion Week.

All pieces come in an array of luxurious and vibrant colours, so if it’s a delicate feminine bridal piece, or a fun, sparkly piece for debs, ball, or party.

So why not get the girlies around and invite Crystals & Co. to your place for a fun night in. Their offer 10% off all prices for all their VIP party guests and 15% for the organiser.

What are you waiting for? Call and book today on 0879559202 or log on to their website to order from the comfort of your own home, 24/7. All major credit cards and laser cards are accepted.

CLEAR FULL CRYSTAL HEART CLUTCH €190

AUSTRIAN CRYSTAL APPLE RING €30

Mwah

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NARS Orgasm Illuminator has arrived in Dublin!

NARS Orgasm Illuminator

I wouldn’t usually publish a blog post without trying the items first but I couldn’t keep this one to myself!

I can happily announce that Brown Thomas Dublin, have NARS Orgasm Illuminator in stock for €29.

A couple hours ago I was a NARS virgin AND NOW I can happily annouce I have multiple orgasms in my collection

NARS Orgasm Blusher

I couldn’t just buy NARS Orgasm Illiuminator without the notorious Orgasm Blusher also €29 now could I!?

I am going to use both for a few weeks before I post a review but watch this space.

Do you guys have NARS in your collection? I am eager to hear of other recommendations so please leave some in the comments.

Mwah

*Apologies for shoddy photos, taken with  iPhone to get online asap*

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New Irish Online Beauty Store - Authentic Source.Com

During these economic times business is tough for everyone, it makes me think about where I buy things, from personal items such as groceries to Companies I deal with in work.
While I’m looking for good value, I am also looking to support local business’s, which leads me to tell you about new Irish Online Beauty Store, AuthenticSource.Com which launched late January 2010.

Authentic Source provides superior quality toiletries and cosmetics that are inspired by outstanding natural ingredients.
With an emphasis on pure ethical skincare and natural organic-based products, our online emporium offers an exclusive range of niche brands including Essential Care, Burt’s Bees, Naturaleve, Sukícolor, Balm Balm and Saijojo.

The website has been launched in response to the growing demand for natural toiletries and cosmetics. According to webstore creator, Karen Kelly, Irish consumers are following worldwide trends by increasingly choosing products by niche manufacturers who favour natural ingredients:

“Irish consumers are now more savvy when it comes to glamorous marketing campaigns and the unrealistic product claims made by some beauty companies. Our market research indicates that there’s an increasing demand for quality natural ingredients and products that are free of parabens and Sodium Lauryl Sulphate (SLS)”.

“In general, shoppers are now less likely to be coaxed into purchasing celebrity endorsed products simply because they see a slick television ad or an air-brushed picture of a model in a glossy magazine. More and more consumers have begun choosing products based on ethical, health and environmental concerns. We’re progressively becoming resistant to the hype surrounding certain beauty products. Shoppers are becoming more interested in the credentials of the manufacturers they’re buying from rather than falling for hype, clever marketing campaigns and attractive packaging,” she explains.

With a full range of Women’s, Men’s and Mother and Baby skincare, the new online store offers Irish customers a fantastic choice of premium toiletries and cosmetics, many of which are not currently available in Irish retail outlets.

So log on and check it out; AuthenticSource.Com

Mwah

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Vera Wang Brown Thomas - Sample Sale This Weekend

For all you Brides to Be - the place to be this weekend is Brown Thomas.