Dublin Fashion Festival Highlights...

There were many events on this year's Fashion Festival in Dublin, Unfortunately I was unable to attend all of these events. However I had the opportunity to witness some of the events across town and I must say, I had a Blast!!!

Here are some of my highlights on this year's "DFF" events...

Thursday 6th: Beauty Workshops with Debbie O’Donnell (Xpose TV Producer)

I attended the 40 minutes presentation by Xpose's TV Producer "Debbie O’Donnell" in Clerys O'connell Street Dublin 1. 

The presentation covered five of this year's autumn & winter trending styles on today's high-street Market, some lingerie tips and celebrity inspired looks.

• The Military Trend; The quick essential  black Military Jacket from "Mango" and the long sleeve Military Women's Dress from "Oasis" (copy of last season's Victoria Beckham Dress)

Snap shot of  video recording of  presentation by Debbie O’Donnell

http://www.oasis-stores.com///oasis/fcp-product/3660036058#GBP

• "Burgundy" the key colour the season; The burgundy coloured lace dress by Karen Millen,perfect for dinner parties, wedding and other specail occation. check it out here 

http://www.karenmillen.com/coloured-lace-dress/dresses/karenmillen/fcp-product/103DP05271

• The "Peplum" style; We all know Peplum is a big trend this season, Debbie O'Donnell highlights a beautiful Black Peplum Dress and gives tips on how to wear the trend.   

While shopping around in Clerys, I also came across this similar stylish Peplum black dress from Karen Millen, I tried it on and I must say it looked and felt amazing on me! I defiantly recommend to go up a size if necessary for a perfect fit.

Black Peplum Dress by Karen Millen. 
€215.00

• The "Peter Pan" trend; Inspired by Victoria Beckham and great value from the high-street market "Oasis" Debbie shows how this Peter Pan choker necklace  can transform a plain dress without making too much fuss.

http://www.oasis-stores.com

I found a black stylish "Peter Pan" collar from H&M. I would pear this with any plain high-neck blouse or dress in my wardrobe to add a touch of the "PP" trend.

Peter Pan Collar from H&M. Price €19.95

• "Clashing Prints"; Debbie found the perfect example of clashing prints and gives tips on how to wear this black and white "Mixed Print" Dress by Karen Millen from the new collection.

Mixed Print Dress http://www.karenmillen.com

• "Statement Shoulder"; Debbie chose a classic and wearable black long sleeve, short dress with a "diamante" statement shoulder. She also demonstrates how to Incorporates other elements with statement shoulders to your wardrobe such as Cardigans or jumpers.

I came across this black blazer jacket with silver statement shoulder spikes from Boohoo.com

www.boohoo.com

• "Optical Illusion" Trend; This trend has been on the market for a while now and it is not going away... I think it is great for all women that wants to accentuate their body shapes, and for that idea of a few inches off the waist.

This "Geometric Tribal Embroidery" Dress from Karen Millen is another great example of a optical illusion that would look amazing on without any extra accessories. 

http://www.karenmillen.com

• Celebrity Inspired looks; Debbie found the perfect "Kate Beckinsale" inspired dress from Karen Millen! 

Inspired by Kate Beckinsale,
from Karen Millen

Kate Beckinsale in a beautiful knee length pink dress

I also gave this karen Millen Dress a try and I loved it and in my opinion this dress is perfect for many occasions!

Karen Millen Clerys €240.00

After sharing her tips on today's trends, Debbie O’Donnell concludes the presentation with tips and tricks on "problem areas" and some under-garments that can help women feel more comfortable and confident.  

I really enjoyed this "DFF" workshop by Debbie and I hope you all benefit from my highlight of this event.

Friday 7th: Creative Quarter Fashion Show

held at the Steps of Powerscourt Townhouse Centre celebrating independent designers in "CQ" area hosted by "Amanda Byram".

Here is one of my favorite image captured by "Emily Quinn" (photographer) showing the fabulous styles from the various independent designers. Check out more pics from this spectacular fashion show here https://www.facebook.com/pages/Emily-Quinn-Photographer

Saturday 8th: The Ilac Shopping Centre Fash Dash Fashion Competition with Judges; Rosemary MacCabe, The Irish Times Fashion Blogger, and Michael O’Brien, Managing Director of Real Beauty Modelling. The judges selected four finalists out of 25 shortlisted beauties. 

I caught the end of the event on saturday and I got a chance to have a quick chit-chat with one of the finalist "Maiza". She was rocking a casual-edgy style put together herself, and perfect for the beautiful weather we had in Dublin on Saturday.

Quick Q&A with Maiza

A Full-length shot with Maiza (Finalist)

Up-close with Maiza

The beautiful Staff Members of Ilac Shopping Centre Fash Dash  

Maiza's outfit

• Black leather Jacket and white blouse:  H&M
• faded blue denim short with spikes: Switch
• Burgundy ankle boots: Debenhams
• Necklace: Dunnes 

Sunday 9th: Acquired Brain Injury Ireland  organised "The Style of Dublin" fundraiser event. Held at 37 Dawson Street, as part of Dublin Fashion Festival events to raise funds for the development of services for those living with an acquired brain injury in Ireland. 

There were celebrity attendees, special guests, raffle and auction at this amazing fashion fundraiser event. Unfortunately I was unable to attend this event, check out http://www.abiireland.ie/fundraising.html for more on this year's DFF charity event.

Well folks, I hope you have enjoyed reading my highlights of this year's DFF Events and  gained some fashion tips too!

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Yours truly 

Tiny-T-Raji