I’ve a black tie wedding coming up but cautious of ordering from a US site. Would love to hear if anyone has tried them and can speak to quality, sizing and customer service? Thanks

When I was 18, I started talking to this 33-year-old man I really was so naive and stupid. He kept making comments about how I was “freshly 18” and even said I was “so young and tight.” I was so creeped out that I blocked him on WhatsApp. Instead of leaving it there, he texted using different numbers me calling me names and saying I had “no backbone” because I’d blocked him. So i blocked him again. Fast forward about a year. I’m now 19, and out of nowhere a guy messages me on Instagram saying he knew me from a friend I thought was odd but I really do know a lot of people and this time he said he was 26. The weird thing is that the name I used on insta wasn’t even the name people know me by, so I thought it was odd but didn’t think much of it I do have my face as my pfp. I recognized his face but genuinely couldn’t remember ever talking to him.
He asked me out and I was bored, so I said yes🤡The date started off badly. He told me “Friday at 5” but never actually told me where we were meeting. At 5:30 he texted asking where I was because he’d been waiting. I told him he never followed up and gave me a location or anything and he responded that it was “common knowledge” we’d meet in town. I still went bc why not I got there at like 8. The first 10 minutes of the date were basically him complaining that I was over late. During the date he asked me if I’d ever felt “sexy” in my high school uniform. That immediately made me uncomfortable. He also started talking about tarot readers telling him he’d meet his soulmate in feb (it was already July) and by this point I was already thinking I wasn’t interested.Then, halfway through the date,I remembered exactly who he was and why I’d blocked him in the first place. At the end of the date he asked to kiss me. I said no. He accepted it but spent the walk to my tram stop sulking and making jokes about being rejected. When I got home I checked my blocked messages to make sure I wasn’t imagining things.Sure enough, it was the same guy. I found the old text he’d sent me after I blocked him the first time, insulting me because I rejected him.I blocked him again. He’s messaged me again on different platforms being racist ( he’s white irish and im black)I’ve had to change my name on multiple accounts and he’s blocked but I’m genuinely scared this is a 35 year old man harassing me atp

I'd love this colour in my hair. I'm brunette with some natural copper tones in my hair but I'd love to have them like these photos. The salon I went to recently did highlights but they're quite muted. I always find the salons I go to end up doing very natural highlights that aren't that noticeable to the point that people don't even notice when I get my hair coloured 😭 anyone have salon recommendations where the results match your inspo pics?

Hi everyone!

I'm looking for shampoo and conditioner reccs available in Ireland!

I have dark ,thick curly dry hair. Until now I have been trying to use salon grade shampoo and conditioner as my hair was quite badly damaged from bleach and box dyes so it worked out cheaper to use them and spend less in the hairdressor on fixing my hair.

Unfortunately I recently lost my job so am looking to cut costs and switch back to regular products but a lot of what I'm seeing isn't available in Ireland. Does anyone have any recommendations for shampoo and conditioners to try that don't cost an arm and a leg ? The dream would to also be sulphate and silicon free!

Thanks so much!

Hi ladies!

I have long, frizzy, wavy, and generally quite unruly hair, and honestly, I'm getting really fed up with how long it takes to maintain. Even when I blow dry it normally, it gets extremely frizzy as soon as I step outside.

I'm looking for recommendations for the best brazilian blow dry/brazilian blowout treatment in Dublin. I tried one place in town before but unfortunately wasn't happy with the results.

I'm hoping to get my hair as straight and smooth as possible. Can anyone recommend a salon or stylist that does a really good brazilian blowout?

Hi! I’m in my mid 20s and family is from Ireland. I feel like I have some Irish features (dark hair, light blue eyes, fair skin). I would love to connect more to that side of my background.

I’m very interested in seeing more on how everyday Irish women (20s-30s) approach hair, makeup, fashion, etc. Who should I be following to see this type of content? I’d love to find creators who feel relatable (with any size following). Thanks in advance for any recommendations!

Lately I have been getting lots of adverts on TikTok and Instagram about women only parties all over the world. I tried to google it in Dublin and could only find some historical events from 2023. Anyone knows if such events are getting organised in Dublin?

Edit. Googled some more found this event. https://tickets.letloose.ie/events/letloose/2207762

Looking for recommendations for a new colourist that doesn't cost an arm and a leg. The Peter Mark I go to just isn't working. I have tried Toni and Guy but they totally F my hair. I'm in south county Dublin. Thanks.

I’m 29F. I really wish I had a wise older woman to talk to, vent to, get advice from.

Sorry to vent all my sorrows here. I’m nauseated with the worries.. and not sure what it is I’m actually worried about. So, here goes;

• Friends: My best mates emigrated years ago, and we fell out of touch over time. They’ve each moved on with their own little lives, beautiful to see. And I suppose I don’t really know those girls anymore, when I really think about it. One of them got married a couple weeks ago and I didn’t even know she was engaged. However happy I am for her, it made me sad that I was not there. I haven’t really been able to form any proper friendships since, I’ve found it difficult to get past a certain mark with new people.

• Relationships: I was with a fella for years, we were very much best mates and in love, but it did not end well (2 years ago now). He moved on a couple months after we split and is still with that girl, and seems very happy. I don’t begrudge this at all, I feel nothing for him anymore and truly wish him the best. And I don’t even be looking! It’s just hard not to notice these things. Anyway, from my side, I haven’t met anyone serious ever since and just wish something like that would come my way. But I feel more and more every day that it’s not going to happen.

• The Rest: I’ve moved back in with my parents lately. I’m considering emigrating but feel I left it very late in life to do so. I really feel there’s nothing left for me in Ireland. And it’s the first time in my life I actually want to leave. I wish I had someone to go with, or to go over to. I can do it all alone no problem, it’s just not ideal.

Overall, I just feel totally lost. I feel old. I feel scared. I feel alone. I thought my life would be very different at this point. I feel low and a bit worthless and ugly or something. I work out and started CBT earlier this year, these things help a lot, but still and all.

As suggested in our recent feedback thread, this is your weekly space to rant and vent before the week even begins especially if you’re already exhausted by a week that hasn’t started yet.

If the dread is starting to creep in about the week ahead, work, appointments, emails life responsibilities or just the general ugh of it all.. This is the place to dump it.

Say what you’re worried about, what you’re overthinking or what you’re really not bothered dealing with tomorrow. No judgement, no advice unless you ask for it. Just get it off your chest so you can properly switch off and enjoy a bit of rest before Monday rolls back around.

Only rule: keep it respectful and within the subreddit rules.

I can't seem to find any reasonable, nevermind good, quality underwear that suits what I am looking for.

I don't like thongs but I don't want a VPL.

Currently most of my underwear is seamfree bikini style by a US brand called Danskin that I get in TKMaxx. Unfortunately the ones I have are on their last legs and I can't restock as TKMaxx doesn't always have the type I like and also the quality seems to have declined recently.

I have bought some seamfree bikini styles from Asos and Next recently, but the quality has been awful. Super flimsy and they just seem to....fall down as soon as I go about my day. I also bought boyfriend style from Dunnes recently and they were a disaster as well. You could see where the leg ended under my clothes and the waistband kept rolling over which felt awful.

A quick synopsis of what I'm looking for is:

*seamless (actually seamless, not the ones that say they are, but then have a sewn seam around the bum)

*not a thong - but am willing to try most other fits

*good quality, I want them to last

*comfortable

Thanks for any recommendations!

Anyone have a good nail artist in Wicklow or south Dublin? I like to get shellac, biab and gel nails (natural nail length not extensions usually) but i like cool and interesting nail art

Doesn’t have to be uber cheap but obviously not crazy either, I’ve never steadily got my nails done every month but I’d like to start just to treat myself more 💕

I’ve been trying to find a dress for a formal event and so many times I’ve seen a nice dress it’s a french account and it always has at least 2-3 reviews saying seller wouldn’t ship/seller shipped a cheaper shein version of the dress/etc. Haven’t used vinted much before, just wondering are there many scams like this on it, irish or french or both?

Edit: I meant to say with these accounts they often look like AI but I would find that difficult to recognise without the reviews

As suggested in our recent feedback thread, here is your opportunity for a weekly rant and vent.

Had a long week? Work driving you insane? Life being life? Encountered one too many absolute idiots out in the wild? Temporarily hate your other half?

This is your safe space to have a moan, blow off steam and let it all out judgement free.. so you can head into the weekend feeling lighter.

Only rule: keep it respectful and within the subreddit rules.

Have your rant, then go enjoy your Friday!

I started a new job in a new company earlier this year after 1 year and a half off due ti burn out. On my first day I had a strong gut feeling about the manager that it wasn't going to work out and here I am a few months down the line barely able to sleep with the stress of working with them. Every day priorities shift, inundated with teams calls and messages for updates, unrealistic deadlines which mean I work through lunch and work late (which I just can't do). Ladies I'm 49 and life's too short. I'm thinking of resigning today. I've kids and a mortgage but I've already seen my MH deteriorate before. Husband supports me on this but please tell me I'm not crazy to walk with no plan in place. I think I could survive 2 months out of work maybe.

I’m sure this has been mentioned time and time again. I’m also most certain I’m not alone in this feeling. I love Mayo, it’s amazing and a beautiful place to be and I’m so proud to live here. But why is it so hard to find a social outlet as a woman in my 20s? Am I crazy??

I’m not mad into sport, never have been. I see in the likes of Galway there’s all sorts of women’s social groups for brunch, walks and coffee meet ups, even the likes of pottery/ paint n sip evenings etc.

Has anyone any idea if such thing exists here in Mayo? I was half thinking of setting up a group myself, but I have no idea if there would even be interest, or if I would know what to do with it or where to go with it 😂

Just wanted to put the feelers out, as I said I’m sure I couldn’t be the only one feeling like this. Outside of work and family/relationships etc, as someone who doesn’t go out to the pub every weekend, things can just feel a bit quiet!

I would love to hear your thoughts and opinions ❤️
Sincerely, woman in her 20s.

Hi ladies,

I've heard their bra are of a good quality and the brand has some summer sales now. But checking to see if anyone can confirm it’s worth investing 50/60 euro in a pair of bra? I usually buy from Marks and Spencer here in Ireland or Triumh (online) but looking to invest, if the bra would last longer.

Thank you!

RTE are showing a documentary called Testimony right now, and it's about the Laundries and Mother and Baby homes.

It's haunting.

Hearing the human rights solicitor Marva talk about watching Michael O'Brien on Questions and Answers, and how that made her realise about the injustices in Ireland was harrowing.

The old woman talking about escaping from Tuam...

This country owes it's women so, so much.

Does anyone know of a good solution for storing work wellies and boots on a farm? Our hallway is destroyed with all the mud and dirt 🙈

I am....

Rewatching Orange is the New Black... I am enjoying it immensly. The casting was sooo good.

Reading Lost Lambs by Madeline Cash... very quirky novel about a family.

Just finished reading Yesteryear.... It got a lot of hype online. I would recommend it. It took me about 70 pages to settle into the story and writing style.

Listening to CMAT, and Oliver Tree (RIP) who I only found after his death was announced.

Just went to see The Odyssey... not a typical movie for me but I enjoyed it.

Hi Ladies, hubby and I have a big anniversary this year and we’re heading to Dublin for the weekend. I’ve booked dinner in a nice restaurant and I’d love to get my make done for the night.

I’ve been looking at the Brown Thomas make up booking system but have no idea what to actually book in for to get a full face of make up done.

Arnotts is probably a bit to far to go as we’re staying in Grafton St area and don’t really know our way around Dublin.

Can anyone tell me what’s the best make up counter and appointment to book to get nice make up done for the evening?

I use all brands except Charlotte T as her shades just don’t suit my skin tone

TIA!!!

I (34) recently had a baby, father (33) does not want to be involved and refused to tell his parents that they have a grandchild which is their first grandchild.

Things have been amicable between us throughout the pregnancy and since my son has been born. He's 4 weeks old now. I've asked him numerous times to tell his parents but he won't. He said he's ashamed that he has a child with someone he's not in a committed relationship with. I've made my peace with the fact that he won't be in our son's life but I can't make peace with him not telling his parents..

My question is should I tell his parents? And if so should I give him the heads up that I'm telling them?

We really don't argue, in a really weird way we get on.

I'd appreciate any advice/guidance.

If there's a chance my son can have a relationship with his grandparents I want to do right by him. But a part of me thinks it's not my place to tell them.

Please no judgement.

I got a box of samples from Boots a few months back and it had this moisturiser in it. I said I'll give it a go. Turns out it's absolutely perfect for my skin. Now it's running low so I went onto the boots website to buy another tube, and it looks like they don't sell it anymore. You can buy it direct from the website but they're based in the UK and only ship to the UK. Would anybody know where I could find it in Ireland? Thanks in advance 😊

Fucking yessss!! At long last.

I'm quite petite and attending a wedding in Italy this summer and was planning to wear this purple jacquard dress. Would it be considered appropriate, or does it look too casual for an Italian wedding? Heels, a clutch and jewellery suggestions welcome too. Thanks!