Articles by Jo Lavelle
Perfect Concealing
Tired? me? After a summer of good living and late nights, a little more help is now needed in the under eye department. Under eye bags and dark circles are one of the most difficult signs of tiredness or overindulgence to conceal, so the new Clarins Instant Light Brush-on perfector might just be your best [...]
Fancy being a make-up artist?
‘The School of Make-up Artistry’ on work experience doing a photo shoot with one of Ireland’s leading photographers, Peter Harkin. Students in ‘The School of Make-up Artistry’ are given the opportunity to do work experience on photo shoots, fashion shows, and The Macnas Parade or whenever the opportunity arises. If you’d like to see more [...]
‘Treat-a-Friend to a Facial’ Month this September!
Book one of the Dermalogica or Ytsara facials on offer at the Spa at the Courtyard by Marriott and a guest of your choice will receive the same treatment absolutely free. Upgrade to a Treat-a-friend Package for an additional €80 and enjoy a Full Body Swedish Massage each as well. Total price for Treat a [...]
Tasty Tapas
Is there anything better than kicking back to a large glass of Rioja Crianza and delectable bowls of Spanish Tapas once the autumn kicks in? We think not. This months recipes come from Cava, one of Galway’s favourite eateries. Celebrating over two years in business, Cava is Ireland’s first and only restaurant devoted entirely to [...]
Girls’ Day Out
The women’s military trend is still up there in the style stakes, evolving with an a/w 2010 twist…..check out the latest GALWAYnow for the fantastic Girls’ Day Out shoot
Cosy Knits
The chunky knit – comfort and chic, it is a great item for play or rest and it comes in various forms; dresses, cardigans, jumpers. The cape is autum/winter’s most coveted cover-up. Try it over a maxi dress or skinny jeans and boots. To balance the look go for a skinny bottom.




