The show, aptly entitled “Divas & Diamonds,” will feature Celia Holman Lee and models from the Holman Lee Agency. Her professional models will be showing clothing, jewellery, shoes and other fashion accessories by leading retailers, e.g. Le Chateau, Footsteps & Stakelums Fashions (Thurles), Fran & Jane (Clonmel), Mr Mister (Mitchelstown),  Kilkenny Shop & Golden Threads (Cashel) and Pageant Boutique (Tipperary Town).

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The evening will also include a Wine & Canapé reception on arrival at 6.30pm, a Fashion & Beauty exhibition, a style talk by Fashion TV Presenter Celia Holman Lee, the Fashion Show itself, beginning at 8.00pm sharp, followed by music in “The Venue,” provided by top entertainer Willie Bun. Note the event will also feature “Best Dressed Awards,” with lovely prizes to be won, so “don your best frock,” ladies.

The event promises to be a fabulous evening of fashion entertainment and your chance to view Tipperary’s full range of retail fashion stock all under one roof. Tickets costing just €20 are available by telephoning Cait on 087 244 1265, Michelle on 062 – 71116, Collette on 087 852 0248, Claire’s Hair Studio & The Beauty Suite (Dundrum) or from the Fashion Houses participating.

Dundrum Tidy Towns Committee was formally established in February 2010 and is constituted as an “open,” committee with three elected officers, namely a Chairman, Treasurer and Secretary.

Since it’s formation the Committee has been ably chaired by D.J. Butler, with the support of Vera O’Dwyer as Treasurer and Kyran Colgan as Secretary. Active membership consists of approximately 10 people, with supplemental support from a further 10 associated members, from time to time as work and planning demands.

The committee has now participated in two National Tidy Towns competitions and have made considerable progress since their inception.  They scored a very creditable 269 points in the 2010 competition which placed them joint third with Newcastle in their county category, and with only Emly and Kilsheelin (Both National winners) ahead of them. With an increased effort from everyone last year, and with the benefit of a full year of planning, they managed to improve their score in the competition by a further 9 points up to 278.

The activities of the Committee have given a fantastic boost to local community spirit and village awareness. The Committee’s activities to date have been funded by modest grants, donations, and fund raising activities. However, they now need to undertake more ambitious projects, which will require a greater level of funding and support.

The village is fortunate to be home to a fine array of historic buildings and features, as well as a fantastic natural environment and high quality outdoor amenities. The Committee’s long term aim is to maintain, improve and integrate all these assets in a way which will enhance the village experience for both residents and visitors alike. They hope that this in turn will help the village develop an even stronger sense of identity and continue it’s evolution, to being both a vibrant business centre and a gateway for leisure and environmental tourism.

They hope that this forthcoming Fashion Show, to be held in Dundrum House Hotel on the 2nd. March 2012 will give them the financial foundation to embark on a number of projects already identified in the village this year.

Note your calender:  Venue: Dundrum House Hotel;  Date: 2nd. March 2012;   Ticket Cost: €20;  Time: 6.30pm till Late.

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This breathtaking and dazzling fashion event was presented, to a packed audience, at Ireland’s most modern and trendy HQ Nightclub, situated at Slievenamon Road, Thurles, Co. Tipperary.

For all of you ladies who were unable to attend this recent fashion show extravaganza, Thurles.Info is happy to bring you just some of the highlights of this truly glamorous event, which featured exclusive labels from the top Fashion Houses of:- Luisa Cerano, Amati Chic, Airfield, Bleu Blanc Rouge, Beate Heymann, Annas Dress Affair, A-Z, Isabel de Pedro, Ischiko, Creenstone, Jota+Ge, Leo Guy, Nougat, Gustav, M.C. Planet, Legatte, Brax, and Fred Sabatier.

All matching accessories, e.g. Bags, Jewellery, Gloves, Wraps, Scarves and Hats, again feature the exclusive names Otazu, Maria Calderara, Totoborello, Ganteb’s, Amati Chic, Airfield, Lanzetti, Luisa Cerano and Ganteb.

The “Le Chateau,” boutique here in Thurles, carries a wide range of designs to suit both casual and formal occasions and so for further information why not contact Marion O’Shea directly at this boutique -Tel: 0504-26535.

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Fashion House 'Le Chateau,' Owner Marion O’Shea

So you adore your current girlfriend or you want to score kudos with the Missus, or you want to show your appreciation to a very good friend?  Then Read on.

As you are aware the Society of St. Vincent de Paul is currently the largest, voluntary, charitable organisation in Ireland. Its membership of 9,500 volunteers throughout the country are supported by professional staff, working for social justice against poverty and providing for the creation of a more just and caring nation.

It is no surprise then that the high-end and popular ladies Fashion House Le Chateau, situated beside the Bridge Castle, at Liberty Square, Thurles, will celebrate their 10th birthday by hosting a Fashion Show, proceeds of which will go to this aforenamed worthy charity.

To mark their 10th birthday, Le Chateau’s owner, Marion O’Shea will showcase her latest Autumn-Winter Collection of ladies fashion at Ireland’s most modern and trendy HQ Nightclub, situated at Slievenamon Road, Thurles, here in Co. Tipperary.

This event, hosted by Aidan Mac and Aaron Burchael from TIPP FM’s Breakfast Bowl, will take place in just one weeks time, on Saturday 17th September next, at 4.30 pm.

Expect to see the latest ‘must-have’ clothing from Europe’s leading and exclusive Fashion Houses, e.g. Luisa Cerano, Amati Chic, Airfield, Bleu Blanc Rouge, Beate Heymann, Annas Dress Affair, A-Z, Isabel de Pedro, Ischiko, Creenstone, Jota+Ge, Leo Guy, Nougat, Gustav, M.C. Planet, Legatte, Brax, and Fred Sabatier.

Then of course no outfit is complete without those very necessary matching accessories, Bags, Jewellery, Gloves, Wraps, Scarves and Hats, which will also be part of this very professional fashion show extravaganza. Here also check out the exclusive names on show e.g. Otazu, Maria Calderara, Totoborello, Ganteb’s, Amati Chic, Airfield, Lanzetti, Luisa Cerano and Ganteb.

A €500 voucher and one only session with a personal stylist for the Le Chateauboutique, must be won by some lucky person at this afternoon fashion extravaganza.

Tickets for this charity event cost €25 each and are now on sale in Le Chateau, Liberty Square, Thurles, Tel 0504-26535.

So girls if you want to be present at this event, here is the trick, but for God’s sake do not say I told you.Casually hint to ‘himself,’ like, that you would love to be present or click ‘Like‘ or ‘Comment‘ on his Facebook. If he really cares, the “The Pin Will Quickly Drop.”  Sure bring him along with you and carefully let it be known what you really like, what with Christmas coming, in the not to distant future, if you know what I mean.

Further Information
The Le Chateau boutique carries a wide range of designs to suit both casual and formal occasions and so for further information why not contact Marion O’Shea at Tel: 0504-26535.

Stick a note in your diary or on the fridge door:-

Event: Le Chateau Fashion Show.

Date: Saturday 17th September next.

Venue: HQ Nightclub, Thurles, Co Tipperary, at 4.30pm.

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Tipperary Beauty, Miss Rozanna Purcell

The “Luck of the Irish” has been slow to materialise with regard to the Miss Universe Pageant down the years.

Sure enough, Miss Roberta Brown almost made it in 1983 when she was placed as second runner-up to Lorraine Downes who represented New Zealand.  Then there were of course the “also ran”  finishes, by the Irish lovelies, Julie Ann Farnham in 1975, Loraine Bernadette Enriquez in 1977, Olivia Tracey in 1985 and Andrea Roche in 1997. However Ireland’s beautiful women have always fallen short in the final first place selections, unlike the Miss World contenders, whose performance continues to maintain a relatively high standard.

Well that was before Co.Tipperary entered the fray, this year, with 19 year old top Irish model Miss Rozanna Purcell, a native of Clonmel, here in Co. Tipperary.

Top Irish model and Miss Universe Ireland 2010, who stands 5’9″ tall with light brown hair, isn’t just your average top quality eye candy, there’s brains and not a little self confidence travelling with this classic Tipperary beauty this year.

The quick witted and focused Miss Purcell, who spent her early life growing up on a horse breeding farm here in Tipperary, is presently a full time student, studying Politics in University College Dublin (UCD). Between studies she has carved out a very successful modelling career with Assets Model Agency in Lower Leeson Street, Dublin, and in addition, she is UCD’s Representative on Politics. In 2007, she was selected to act as an Ambassador for Ireland in Ecuador as part of the Experience International Living (EIL) program, working on the renovation of a school in the Riobamba region, and funding book supplies for the school through her many fund-raising activities here in Ireland.

While many would feel that the whole Miss Universe concept is disrespectful of her sex, Rozanna is quick to point out that this pageant serves as a platform to empower young women to celebrate the many forms of worldwide beauty, while helping women throughout the world to achieve their career goals, giving them the opportunity to become both National and International role models.

This is one very positive and focused young lady and the eyes and hopes of a nation will be on her when she represent her country and county in Miss Universe 2010 in Las Vegas, USA on August 23rd, 2010.

This year looks like our best chance ever to take home this coveted title and Tipperary and the Irish Nation wish her every success. We think the “Luck of the Irish” won’t be necessary in this particular case.

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This week we received numerous emails complaining about the non-availability of tickets to the 2009 Thurles Chamber Fashion Show. Thurles Chamber send their apologies to you lovely ladies who were disappointed, but space at the event was limited strictly to 300 seats.

To take the sting out of your disappointment here is just a small excerpt from that fabulous nights entertainment, courtesy of Thurles Chamber. So, sit back and enjoy the Fashion Show in High-Definition!

If you see something you like, (No I am not referring to the very beautiful and very professional models provided by the Holman Lee Agency, Limerick)  just hop on the bike into Thurles.

Thurles town’s secret to finding exactly what you are looking for, be it something for a wedding, party, or just some trendy garment, guaranteed to attract attention at your favourite Nightclub, is the large number of clothing and footwear outlets available in close proximity within the town, plus the wide range of garments on offer to suit all age groups and all pockets.

Remember all of the clothing and footwear shown on this High Definition clip can be obtained from one of these stores;

Marie Therese Fashions (Slievenamon Rd)

United Colours of Benetton (Friar Street)

Moran’s (Friar Street)

Sable Outerwear Manufacturing Ltd (Industrial Estate, Stradavoher)

Dunnes Stores (Slievenamon Rd, Roundabout)

Joanne’s (Liberty Square)

En Paris (Liberty Square)

Airport (Friar Street)

McKeon’s Footwear (Friar Street)

Note: The professional ‘Make-Up’ and ‘Hair Styles’ for the evenings performance were provided by Natasha Doyle of “Boutique Salon” situated in Parnell Street, Thurles.

Finally a special thanks to A. Strapp (Chamber President)  PJ. Shanahan,  K. Moloney,  A. Broderick and  Natasha Doyle for making the evening such a pleasant one for all who attended.

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It’s the best community event of the season in Thurles and an occasion when all Tipperary females don that bit of  ‘slap’ and their best frocks, to relax and study what’s new in the latest Autumn and Spring fashion lines from various collections currently available in Thurles. It’s an ‘all under one roof event’, with many side shows including  jewellery, footwear and health food and of course its the perfect time of year to browse for ideas, with Christmas just 12 weeks away, on the horizon.

This community event, which will open with a wine and cheese reception, is organised annually by Thurles Chamber and will be staged on Thursday next October 1st.

The event moves this year to the Anner Hotel, Dublin Road, Thurles, thanks to the generosity of the hotels proprietor Mr Frank Mulcahy.

The very lovely Celia Holman Lee (RTE fame) will once again act as hostess for the evening and provide models  from her very professional  Holman Lee Modelling Agency, to exhibit the full garment array entered for viewing.

The Make-Up artist and Hair Stylist for the evenings performance will be provided by Natasha Doyle of “Boutique Salon” situated in Parnell Street, Thurles.

Miss Michelle Heffernan, winner of this years ” Pride of Tipperary 2009″ competition, will also be on hand to assist in finding the evenings ‘Best Dressed Lady’ and this award brings with it as usual a much coveted prize.

Tickets this year are very affordable priced at just €25 each and if you have not got your ticket yet or indeed if you would like to further boost your business by joining with Thurles Chamber, at what promises to be a most enjoyable evening, then make immediate contact with the personnel named hereunder:-

Kate Moloney. Tel: 087-7558882. Arch Bar. Tel: 0504-22250. Anner Hotel. Tel:0504-21799. Tim Looby Accountants. Tel: 0504-23550. Bookworm. Tel: 0504-22257.

Of course the evening would be a non event were it not for the tremendous effort made by those exhibiting their fashion collections on the night. Thurles Chamber would like, therefore, to acknowledge and thank the following local exhibitors :-

Marie Kennedy (Marie Therese Fashions)

Theresa Kavanagh (United Colours of Benetton)

Diarmuid Moran (Moran’s)

Marion Murtagh (Sable Outerwear Manufacturing Ltd)

Fiona Kennedy (Dunne’s Stores)

Ann Molloy (Joanne’s)

Thurles Fair Trade

En Paris

Airport

Desert Diamond

Health and Harmony

Green House Clothing and Party Lights

Sweet JO Joes

McKeon’s Footwear

Proceeds from this event will go to benefit the Irish Hospice Foundation and the Thurles Town CCTV Project.

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One of Ireland‘s leading clothing manufactures and distributors, Skippy International Ltd, today launched their new school wear catalogue for 2009.
Skippy International Ltd, based in Roscrea, Co.Tipperary since 1977, is a 100% Irish owned family business and has been producing only the highest quality range of school garments for over 30 years.
The company market their product range under three different and well known labels:

Skippy:- For all their Boys Wear range.
Anne Fahey:- For all their Girls Wear range of garments.
Trampass:- For their full Sports Wear range.

The companies Managing Director, Mr Robert Wallace, attributes their rapidly growing success in the school wear market to working with a proud, highly skilled and flexible workforce and the companies ability to remain in total control of their own product from conception to final product. He stated “Customers are guided through every stage of their required clothing design, including cresting and sampling, to finally achieve their desired unique design”.

The company can repeat orders, ‘small runs‘ and ‘specials‘ all of which involve the tailoring of individual garments to fit all required sizes. The company also offer an in house embroidery and heat seal logo service which allows the customer to achieve their own neat and individual look.

Email: skippys@indigo.ie

Telephone: 0505-43128

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A ticket to the up & coming Thurles Chamber of Commerce fashion show might just help you in solving your gift problem. A host of Thurles exhibitors will come together under one roof, the Premier Hall Thurles, for this one night, only, fashion extravaganza on September 30th.

Exhibitors will include:

Marie Kennedy (Marie Therese Fashions)

Theresa Kavanagh (United Colours of Benetton)

Diarmuid Moran (Moran’s)

Marion Murtagh (Sable Outerwear Manufacturing Ltd)

Noreen Foran (Stakelum’s Fashions)

Fiona Kennedy (Dunne’s Stores)

Miriam Callanan (Footsteps)

Fiona Dardis (We do Weddings)

Paddy Stakelum (Stakelum’s Menswear)

Moira Grace (Grace Fashions)

Ann Molloy (Joanne’s)

The evening will commence with a Cheese and Wine Reception. Clothing, from the exhibitors named, will be displayed by models from the very professional Holman Lee Agency with the lovely TV presenter Celia Holman Lee personally in attendance. There will also be a number of exhibition stands to wander through before and after the fashion displays. Celia Holman Lee will be casting her eyes around the audience in search of the Best Dressed Gentleman (Gel the hair lads) & Best Dressed Lady, both of whom will receive some very nice prizes.  Hold on, that’s not all folks, entertainment during the 30 minute interval comes courtesy of Pheonix Productions who have rowed in to support this project. (Remember their recent show, which packed in 8000 fans in 6 nights!)

Note:  Total proceeds of this extravaganza will go to funding the Thurles CCTV System soon to be installed.

Admission this year is reduced to just €30.00 per person and tickets can be bought from the Chamber Office (0504-23407), Marie Healy, Arch Bar, Stakelum’s Fashions, Marie Therese, Mary Hannahs, & Footsteps. Looking forward to seeing you there!

Remember : Fashion Show Extravaganza
Date: Sept 30th.
Venue: Premier Hall, Thurles.
Time: 7.30pm Sharp.

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