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Celebrate Valentine's in Style at Dukes at Queens!!

Tuesday, February 11, 2014

Katie Queen of Hearts! Luxury hotel Dukes at Queens are offering a delicious three course meal, sparkling cocktail and gift for only £39 per couple. Model Katie Larmour gets into the Valentine's Day spirit early.

As Valentine's approaches I shall be doing a series of posts concentrating on some of the romantic and special ways to celebrate in style, today it's the turn of the fabulous Dukes at Queens!

Situated within a few minutes walk of Belfast's famed Queens University and Botanic Gardens, Belfast's finest boutique hotel enjoys superb facilities throughout and offer's guests a haven of peace within the vibrant capital city!

Formerly Dukes Hotel, the new transformation into Dukes at Queens brings with it modern sophistication and intuitive service. The ultimate expression of style and opulence, Dukes at Queens is the perfect venue for a romantic getaway or long leisurely weekend. This 4 Star Hotel showcases a lavish environment at the heart of Botanic Avenue Belfast, acting as the perfect retreat from the bustle of the city into a world of indulgence and wellbeing!

Want to be treated like a Duchess for the night by your Duke in shining armor? Luxury hotel Dukes at Queens are offering a delicious three course meal, sparkling cocktail and gift for only £39 per couple. Model Katie Larmour and Claudine's bar and restaurant manager Chris Kilpatrick share an early Valentine's Day cocktail.

As many of my readers will know, I'm a girl who loves her cocktails and fine dining and so I was very pleased to hear that this Valentine's Day, Dukes at Queens are offering a delicious three course meal, sparkling cocktail and gift for only £39 per couple! The stylish and opulent surroundings of Dukes world-class cocktail bar and relaxing restaurant will provide the perfect intimate setting to insure a wonderfully romantic Valentine's evening, so why not treat your partner to a fabulous evening at Dukes at Queens? Please call 028 90236666 to book.

Wishing all my readers a wonderfully romantic and stylish Valentine's Day!!

For more information please visit:
Duke's Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/atqueens?fref=ts,
Claudine's Restaurant at Duke's page: https://www.facebook.com/ClaudineBelfast

"Spring Made Stylish" this Easter in Lurgan & Portadown!

Friday, March 29, 2013

There's nothing I enjoy more than indulging my obsession with all things fashion and style related, and so it's with with great excitement that I can reveal some very stylish events taking place in Lurgan and Portadown this Easter!

So why not avoid the snow this Spring and enjoy a day trip to sunny Lurgan or Portadown tomorrow where you can immerse yourself in a day of retail heaven at the fabulous ‘Spring Made Stylish’ events!

Professional models Jenny Curran and Katie Larmour who will be taking part in the ‘Spring Made Stylish’ event on Easter Saturday.

Organised by Craigavon Borough Council as part of their ‘Full of the Joys of Spring’ campaign, you will find everything the discerning shopper could possibly need for a fun-filled day of shopping and relaxation.

Be inspired by the professional models strutting their stuff in the stunning fashions offered by the chic boutiques and look out for the pop up podiums where the models will act as ‘live mannequins’ displaying the styles available. They will also be taking part in ‘walkabouts’, chatting to passers-by and giving out spot prizes to fashionable shoppers – so don’t forget to don your best street style!

So when the models have revealed the vast array of spectacular trends available, why not head to the wonderful boutiques and see what takes your fancy – not forgetting to keep an eye out for any special discounts being offered for one day only!

If you are looking for a new look from head to toe then don’t miss the glass sided marquee on plaza's where you will find hair and beauty experts ready and willing to give you a fabulous make over or just some tips on how to make the most of what you already have!

A U105 Roadshow in Lurgan featuring DJ favourite Julian Simmons will be running on the plaza providing music and chat to bring a fun atmosphere to the town, while U105 DJ Johnny Hero will be doing the same in Portadown! They will also be giving out entry forms for the interactive fashion trail around the town, with completed trails being entered into a draw for some fantastic Spring merchandise from Lurgan & Portadown's superb retailers.

So why not start off the Easter weekend with style and check out "Spring Made Stylish" in Lurgan and Portadown from noon to 3pm!!

To get information about all the Spring initiatives and events across the Borough, please ‘like’ the Discover Craigavon facebook page where you will also be in with the chance of winning one of a host of fabulous prizes!!

The main prize is a deluxe package which includes: an overnight stay for two at the Seagoe Hotel, a rally taster session at Superdrive Motorsports Centre, a beauty voucher for Pure@54, Orla May Beauty Salon Lurgan and a meal voucher for two persons at the delightful Bistro 47 in Lurgan.

Runners up prizes include a creative floral arrangement masterclass at Raining Roses, Lurgan, a retail voucher for Sitara Morgan Portadown and a Yellow Door culinary master class with renowned Yellow Door chef, Simon Dougan.

For full details of all Easter events and initiatives visit www.discovercraigavon.com or follow them on Facebook at www.facebook.com/discovercraigavon

Time for Glitz......Welcome to The IN! Glamour Awards!!!!

Friday, November 09, 2012

Everyone knows that Miss Elle Woods loves nothing more than to report on a glamorous, red carpet event, and on Saturday 3rd November, The City Hall played host to the fourth Annual IN! Glamour Awards!! The glitterati were out in force as over 350 stylish individuals walked the red carpet, eager to discover who would be getting their hands on a coveted IN! Award!!

This year's event, in partnership with Danske Bank, was hosted by DJ and radio presenter Pete Snodden along with stunning TV presenter Zoe Salmon who wowed guests in a show stopping dress by local designer Una Rodden. Guests enjoyed an evening of gourmet food from Zen at an evening dedicated to celebrating the glamour and style of

Northern Ireland

's best home grown talent!!!

The winners of each of the categories included gorgeous Miss Northern Ireland Tiffany Brien for Most Glamorous Female sponsored by Vita Liberta. Anytime I spot Tiffany at the various fashion events we both attend, she always looks super stylish, a very worthy winner in my books as she always gets it right!!

Rory McIlroy received the award for Man of the Year Sponsored by Yacht Masters and Michael McKillop and Jason Smyth beat off some very stiff competition to jointly collect Sports Personality of the Year Sponsored by Powerade.

Of course it isn't a Red Carpet event without Newlyweds and power couple Alison and Darren Clarke, and once again they won the award for Most Glamorous Couple Sponsored by The OUTLET, with very glamorous guest Franca Robinson also being voted as Most Glamorous on the night, sponsored by Perfect-Night.

Northern Ireland

maybe small, but when it comes to the style stakes we certainly know how to shine!!!

Cover of the Year Sponsored by Skin Medi-Spa, went to ‘The Glamour Issue' which was picked up by Alison Clarke along with a selection of stunning models who featured on the winning cover!

Event of the Year Sponsored by Ticketmaster DV8, went to West Coast Cooler FASHIONWEEK. I was especially happy to hear West Coast Cooler FASHIONWEEK had won as it's one of my favourite events of the yr!! I’ve been attending the bi-annual event ever since I can remember, and it's fantastic to see it how it’s grown from strength to strength over the yrs!

The ceremony also welcomed an entirely new category this year in the form of Breakthrough Designer sponsored by Andrew Mulvenna. For me, this award was close to my heart as three of my hugely talented friends were nominated in this category: Lisa McCabe AKA Nor Lisa, Ruedi Maguire and Shauna Fay!!! All three designers have had an amazing 12 months, and it’s been wonderful to see them all progressing so well as each forge their own distinctive design path! On the night the award went to worthy winner Ruedi Maguire, who's designs are loved not only by myself but are regularly seen on some of the provinces most glamorous ladies such as the stunning Joanna Salley! On the night Joanne was once again spotted in a new creation by Ruedi, a beautiful black gown worthy of any red carpet!

Whilst they may not have won, Breakthrough designer finalist’s Nor Lisa and Shauna Fay were responsible for dressing some of the best dressed women of the evening! Lisa McCabe, the talent behind Nor Lisa sported a stunning blue lace gown, while former Miss UK Lucy Evangelista shone in a baroque patterned red flocked gown, Katie Larmour dazzled in a daring black lace bodice dress &

Britain

Ireland

's Next Top Model Finalist Diona Doherty looked every bit the Grecian goddess in a draped silk dress!!

Shauna Fay (Unify) proved why she was a finalist in Breakthrough designer, dressing Jayne Higgins in a beautiful silk dress worthy of the Hollywood starlets of yester years.

Last but not least recent OBE winner and Cinemagic CEO Joan Burney-Keatings picked up Most Stylish Professional sponsored by Shannon's The Jewellers.

As it turned out, along with the Breakthrough Designer Category it was an evening of firsts as Danske Bank also officially launched their sponsorship deal with IN! Magazine. Speaking on behalf of Danske Bank, Vicky Davies, Head of Strategy and Business Development said: "We're excited to have launched our partnership with IN! Magazine at tonight's Glamour Awards - one of our first sponsorships as Danske Bank in

Northern Ireland

.”

"On the eve of our rebrand from Northern Bank to Danske Bank on 15 November, we see great synergies between the banks and IN! - both are modern, cutting-edge brands committed to celebrating success and recognising all that is great about culture, sport, food and fashion in Northern Ireland."

The evening was a success, with many of

Northern Ireland

’s top celebs in attendance, for me however the best dressed award has to go to Organiser and IN! Publisher Lisa Harrison (pictured right with her sister Hayley Harrison) who wore a stunning cream strapless gown, it really was total perfection!!!!!

Lisa Harrison said: "This year's IN! Glamour Awards really were bigger and better than ever. Once again, it has been a fantastically fun and glamorous event where we're not only celebrating style at its best but also recognising the achievements of some of our best known and stylish personalities. At the same time, we've raised some much needed funds for Children in Need, a very worthwhile cause that we are delighted to continue to support. We're already getting excited and starting to think about nominees for next year's event in 2013.”

Many thanks to Cathy Martin & Lisa Bell for all the photographs & press release, issued on behalf of IN! Magazine by CMPR.

Celebrate Valentine's in Style at Dukes at Queens!!

"Spring Made Stylish" this Easter in Lurgan & Portadown!

Time for Glitz......Welcome to The IN! Glamour Awards!!!!

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