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.
As already stated in a previous article when it comes to ladies and gents fashion, the choice available from the numerous clothing outlets in Thurles, seriously outshine all other towns in County Tipperary and surrounding areas.
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;
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.
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)
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.
RH Jewellery, here in Thurles, has to be your first source when viewing the latest trends in contemporary, classic and vintage jewellery.
You will find at RH Jewellery an extraordinary diverse mix of all the latest leading fashion designer jewellery without ever having to leave the comfort of your own home.
All of the pieces are skillfully hand crafted to cater for all tastes. Thus, whether you favour silver, gold, platinum or pearls, or indeed something more funky or gusty and colourful, you need look no further than this site.
The site is designed to be simple to operate and is extremely customer friendly. Unlike many similar sites, the customer, visiting here, can clearly view the product which interests them. By clicking on the product image offered for sale, the picture is enlarged which then can be examined in greater detail for its beauty and craftsmanship, thus ensuring that what you see is what you get.
Customers must register, or if already registered, must log-in, in order to proceed to the checkout area and submit their final order to RH Jewellery. Note that the pricing of all the goods offered for sale, can be viewed in several currencies.
This new outlet is the ideal browse for ‘brides to be’ who constantly have problems attempting to co-ordinate jewellery colours and matching designs for bridesmaids.
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