The Launch of Dublin Fashion Festival

Dublin Fashion Festival Launch:

Selfie time with JR,Steve,Eileen, Tanya and Ciara

Its Thursday night, I’m right now at home in my miss-matched pyjamas, tea in hand watching re-runs of Sex and the City. It’s a far cry from where I was last night, a far cry indeed! Last night myself along with most of the Siopaella gang and also the lovely JR Doyle from Picture This Dublin descended on the stunning City Hall for the launch of Dublin Fashion Festival.

The Runway

The festival itself runs from September 4^th – 7^th with fashion shows daily, events in various boutiques across Dublin and of course there will be great competitions to be won.

Eileen, Ciara & Tanya

 The Festival is hosted by Dublin Town and this year they have chosen the fierce and freckled beauty that is Angela Scanlon to be the face of the event.

Angela Scanlon, DFF Ambassador 2014

The night began at 7pm. City Hall was lit up in pink lights for the invite only event. It was the who’s who of Dublin and allowed me to indulge in my favourite pastime; people watching.

One of the looks from the show 

Whoever says that Dublin women and also men don’t have style definitely wasn’t there last night. The style was amazing! It was a jungle of midi skirts, the highest heels and outlandish accessories (I demand you to go and check out the gorgeous Jennie McGinn’s sandals - WOW).

Jennie McGinn who won best accessory for her sandals

There was food on the night by San Lorenzos and Salamancas tapas bar. Drinks on the night were a choice between bottles of Tiger beer or a glass of the new West Coast Cooler and Vodka mix. The drinks were presented and served by the lovely people from 37 Dawson Street.

A look from the show

The fashion show was an absolute treat to behold. Our eyes were feasted to what Autumn/Winter 2014 has in store for us Irish gals.

My favourite look!

NewLook, Kilkenny Design, United Colors of Benetton, Brown Thomas and Penneys all contributed looks to the show which were modelled by the gorgeous girls and boys from 1^st Option Models.

The most perfect red coat

 I am already far too excited about stocking up on winter woollies and coats and due to last night I have my eye on a certain few!

Loving this all black ensemble 

The night came to a close after the show but of course more drinks were had and more selfies taken. The surrounds and architecture of City Hall guaranteed that every shot would be truly beautiful.  

JR, Brian (who won best dressed man), Eileen, Tanya and Ciara

 Goody bags were handed out and they really aimed to please! Eileen’s snapchat with her voucher for a free Starbucks coffee was a godsend this morning as it reminded me to grab mine from the goody-bag in order to nurse my sore head. We got not only the voucher but also make up, a detox day and a voucher for Penneys, happy days.

Eileen, Aoife (our lovely consignor) and Ciara

It was a fabulous night spent with fabulous people and got us so excited for the main event in September. Be sure to check them out on Facebook for all their updates and hopefully we’ll see you there J

Eileen, Liam Cunningham, Ciara and Tanya

P.S We even got to meet the gentleman that is Liam Cunningham **SWOON**

Ciara x