Day 2 – Tuesday An elegant start to our busy day with a buying appointment at the divine Paule Ka showroom. The lovely Beverly guided us through the brand’s characteristically classic autumn/winter 2012 collection which was awash with rich jewel tones. I was especially drawn to the deep purple and burgundy pieces, great colours for… [Continue Reading]

It was all about the accessories today in London! Our first appointment today was with Weston Scarves, a beautiful selection of silk scarves that we've just taken on for spring/summer 2012. The lovely Mackenzie hosted our appointment and helped us choose our autumn/winter selection. The colour selection was so inviting and vibrant and as usual it's the brand's iconic prints… [Continue Reading]

It was all about the accessories today in London! Our first appointment today was with Weston Scarves, a beautiful selection of silk scarves that we've just taken on for spring/summer 2012. The lovely Mackenzie hosted our appointment and helped us choose our autumn/winter selection. The colour selection was so inviting and vibrant and as usual… [Continue Reading]

Touching down in London I always get a rush of excitement. It's a wonderful city. There is always a fantastic buzz in the air and I love how creative it is. Our first buying appointment is with the charming Ruthie from Paul Smith to view the brand's main line collection. There was a real masculine… [Continue Reading]

If you're searching for a can't-fail gift this Valentine's Day then prepare to impress the lady in your life with a gift from SAMUI Cork. With many years expereince helping the most indecisive men and women select presents for that special someone in their life, I've shared my top 5 gifts to help relieve the… [Continue Reading]

We had the most amazing dinner last night in Trattoria Bagutta on Via Bagutta, a contemporary Italian restaurant with a wonderful atmosphere. We woke this morning to discover our luggage had arrived – just in time for us to check out! Thankfully our good friends Nicki and Helen were staying in the same hotel so… [Continue Reading]

It was a very early rise for the SAMUI team this morning with a 4 am call time! We flew to Milan via Amsterdam and after making all our early flight times, sadly our luggage did not do the same. Frustrated without our trusty capsule wardrobes we headed off to check into our hotel consoling… [Continue Reading]

Up with the larks this morning to check out of our lovely hotel. It's our last day in Paris which means I get to see my little girl tonight when I get back to Cork – very excited! Before we can make our way to the airport Mary-Claire and I have some business to attend to,… [Continue Reading]

  Our first stop today was a buying appointment at one of my favourite brands Acne. It's a personal 'go to' brand in my wardrobe on a daily basis so I'm always personally excited to see what they have in store for the next season as I'll more than likely be snapping most of it… [Continue Reading]

Day two in the beautiful French capital and it's off to view the autumn/winter collection from Vanessa Bruno – it's a joy to view such an iconic French label in the brand's natural surroundings. As always Vanessa Bruno doesn't fail to disappoint with a stunning collection that is as soft and romantic as always with… [Continue Reading]