Now that the Christmas jumpers have been put away for another year and the remnants of the last selection boxes have finally been consumed, people’s thoughts often turn to a fresh start. It might mean joining the gym, giving up that takeaway or simply de-cluttering your life. This should include delving into
Funds raised by The Zip Yard, Ireland’s award winning, high-street tailoring service, as part of their involvement in the recent ‘Trick or Treat’ for Temple Street campaign will help young patients in the hospital next year. A cheque for €11,700, raised by donating a percentage of turnover in The Zip Yard on
We are now only weeks away from that loveliest time of year and the festive revelry is well underway. As we begin to plan our social calendar – the who, what and where – the most important consideration is, inevitably, what are we going to wear? Party season brings out the fun in our personalities...
So the country is in the throws of Picnic Fever as we all prepare to say adieu to our summer, with one last Hurrah. This is the last excuse we have to get our summer wardrobe out, as we all root out the Child Of Prague in the hope of a scorcher of a weekend....
Everything was booked…. anxiety had transformed to excitement and the countdown was beginning. White long stem lilies surrounded every angle and overflowing each side of their cradling golden stands filling the room with a beauty that took the guests breath away. Petals lay covering the walkway not showing even
Choosing a flattering print for my body shape used to have me running for the hills. Because I am a curvy girl I used to think I had to avoid prints altogether, images of Big Momma running wild in my imagination clouding my judgement. What I have in fact learned is that there is a print and...
The Zip Yard, Ireland’s leading clothing and alterations boutique is delighted to have raised over €10,000 for a second year in a row to support the Irish Cancer Society’s Paint it Pink campaign. The amount was raised through a range of activities in each of the 26 shops nationwide including a Sew Pink...
We’re delighted to show off the creative work that the team in The Zip Yard Douglas have carried out on their clients garments over the past few days. Have a look below and we’d love to hear your feedback!!
Valentino is all about monochrome this season. Black and white, sharp lines and beautifully constructed outfits with shoes and bags to match. Monochrome has long been a popular look down through the decades, both casually and formally and especially from valentino. Whether it be work wear of something to wear for
Tis the season to begin layering! Everyone seems to love autumn, where you get to ditch the string vests and flip flops and begin layering cottons and knits and begin to don your favourite cardigans, coats and boots. Here are the 5 most wearable trends for autumn 2015: Flares Yes, flares! They are back with...
