Westmeath Independent | News | Lifestyle Headlines http://www.westmeathindependent.ie/news/lifestyle/ Latest from the online edition en-gb Thu, 11 Mar 2010 16:37:17 +0000 Copyright (C) 2010 Clyde and Forth Press Ltd http://www.clydeandforthmedia.co.uk/feeds/ 79 Westmeath Independent | News | Lifestyle Headlines http://www.clydeandforthmedia.co.uk/furniture/wmi_logo_500x75.png http://www.westmeathindependent.ie/news/lifestyle/ Latest St Martin's collections bursts with Brazilian soul St Martin's shapes for spring summer focus on fluidity and ease http://www.westmeathindependent.ie/news/roundup/articles/2010/03/10/3995546-latest-st-martins-collections-bursts-with-brazilian-soul/ http://www.westmeathindependent.ie/news/roundup/articles/2010/03/10/3995546-latest-st-martins-collections-bursts-with-brazilian-soul/ Wed, 10 Mar 2010 16:30:56 +0000 News The truth about losing weight There is a huge array of options available to people that want to lose weight, with many of them offering rapid results. It is easy to be seduced by great promises, but a balanced and active metabolism is the only way to burn fat 24 hours per day and to stay slim, according to Figure8. http://www.westmeathindependent.ie/news/roundup/articles/2010/02/24/3995158-the-truth-about-losing-weight/ http://www.westmeathindependent.ie/news/roundup/articles/2010/02/24/3995158-the-truth-about-losing-weight/ Wed, 24 Feb 2010 16:30:00 +0000 News Enjoy a relaxing family afternoon at Athlone Springs What better way to spend a Sunday afternoon than with your family, especially when you don't have to do the cooking! http://www.westmeathindependent.ie/news/roundup/articles/2010/02/17/3994839-enjoy-a-relaxing-family-afternoon-at-athlone-springs/ http://www.westmeathindependent.ie/news/roundup/articles/2010/02/17/3994839-enjoy-a-relaxing-family-afternoon-at-athlone-springs/ Wed, 17 Feb 2010 16:30:00 +0000 News Restore your natural energy flow with reiki This week's treat saw Karen get Reiki at The Little House of Avalon. http://www.westmeathindependent.ie/news/roundup/articles/2010/02/10/3994781-restore-your-natural-energy-flow-with-reiki/ http://www.westmeathindependent.ie/news/roundup/articles/2010/02/10/3994781-restore-your-natural-energy-flow-with-reiki/ Wed, 10 Feb 2010 16:30:00 +0000 News Facial rejuvenation therapy - the perfect antidote to the January skin blues The recent cold snap has a lot to answer for! Well, that's my story and I'm sticking to it in relation to my skin. http://www.westmeathindependent.ie/news/roundup/articles/2010/01/27/3994296-facial-rejuvenation-therapy--the-perfect-antidote-to-the-january-skin-blues/ http://www.westmeathindependent.ie/news/roundup/articles/2010/01/27/3994296-facial-rejuvenation-therapy--the-perfect-antidote-to-the-january-skin-blues/ Wed, 27 Jan 2010 16:31:00 +0000 News Make a Valentine's statement with Pulse Accessories The key looks this season have nothing to do with understated and small pieces, it's all about statement jewellery, going bold with rings, necklaces and bracelets. http://www.westmeathindependent.ie/news/roundup/articles/2010/01/27/3994297-make-a-valentines-statement-with-pulse-accessories/ http://www.westmeathindependent.ie/news/roundup/articles/2010/01/27/3994297-make-a-valentines-statement-with-pulse-accessories/ Wed, 27 Jan 2010 16:00:00 +0000 News Treat of the Week Using motivation to lose a few extra pounds... http://www.westmeathindependent.ie/news/roundup/articles/2010/01/20/3994231-treat-of-the-week/ http://www.westmeathindependent.ie/news/roundup/articles/2010/01/20/3994231-treat-of-the-week/ Wed, 20 Jan 2010 16:30:00 +0000 News Give your skin a boost with a Hydrating Facial The cold weather can play havoc with your skin, and with the current cold snap set to last until the end of February or into March, what better way to look after your skin than with an Acadamie Hydrating Facial at Beauty Haven. http://www.westmeathindependent.ie/news/roundup/articles/2010/01/13/3994036-give-your-skin-a-boost-with-a-hydrating-facial/ http://www.westmeathindependent.ie/news/roundup/articles/2010/01/13/3994036-give-your-skin-a-boost-with-a-hydrating-facial/ Wed, 13 Jan 2010 16:30:00 +0000 News Banish stress at Head Shoulders Knees and Toes Our intrepid reporters underwent a reflexology session as this week's Treat of the Week http://www.westmeathindependent.ie/news/roundup/articles/2009/12/16/3993547-banish-stress-at-head-shoulders-knees-and-toes/ http://www.westmeathindependent.ie/news/roundup/articles/2009/12/16/3993547-banish-stress-at-head-shoulders-knees-and-toes/ Wed, 16 Dec 2009 16:30:00 +0000 News Star buy: Fashion for all at Athlone Towncentre Something for the ladies and the kids http://www.westmeathindependent.ie/news/roundup/articles/2009/12/16/3993542-star-buy-fashion-for-all-at-athlone-towncentre/ http://www.westmeathindependent.ie/news/roundup/articles/2009/12/16/3993542-star-buy-fashion-for-all-at-athlone-towncentre/ Wed, 16 Dec 2009 16:30:00 +0000 News Aromatherapy, the natural way to fabulous skin A hydrating facial from the renowned Eve Taylor Professional Skincare range, available exclusively to Athlone in Vitalité Day Spa http://www.westmeathindependent.ie/news/roundup/articles/2009/12/09/3993404-aromatherapy-the-natural-way-to-fabulous-skin/ http://www.westmeathindependent.ie/news/roundup/articles/2009/12/09/3993404-aromatherapy-the-natural-way-to-fabulous-skin/ Wed, 09 Dec 2009 16:30:00 +0000 News Star buy: Bargain buys for the season Style on a shoestring budget from Athlone Towncentre http://www.westmeathindependent.ie/news/roundup/articles/2009/12/09/3993403-star-buy-bargain-buys-for-the-season/ http://www.westmeathindependent.ie/news/roundup/articles/2009/12/09/3993403-star-buy-bargain-buys-for-the-season/ Wed, 09 Dec 2009 16:30:00 +0000 News Sound technology, the new innovation in hair removal Hair removal is the bane of most women's lives - the time, the cost, the yuck factor but it's a necessary evil part of every grooming regime, like or not. http://www.westmeathindependent.ie/news/roundup/articles/2009/12/02/3993209-sound-technology-the-new-innovation-in-hair-removal/ http://www.westmeathindependent.ie/news/roundup/articles/2009/12/02/3993209-sound-technology-the-new-innovation-in-hair-removal/ Wed, 02 Dec 2009 16:30:00 +0000 News Star Buy: Unearthing great looks for the party season This week's visit to the top brands in Athlone Towncentre unearthed some great looks for the party season whether you want to glam it up or tone it down. http://www.westmeathindependent.ie/news/roundup/articles/2009/12/02/3993208-star-buy-unearthing-great-looks-for-the-party-season/ http://www.westmeathindependent.ie/news/roundup/articles/2009/12/02/3993208-star-buy-unearthing-great-looks-for-the-party-season/ Wed, 02 Dec 2009 16:30:00 +0000 News Fashion show in aid of Community A fashion show in aid of Athlone Community College will be held in the Sheraton Hotel this evening (Wednesday. http://www.westmeathindependent.ie/news/roundup/articles/2009/11/26/3993096-fashion-show-in-aid-of-community-/ http://www.westmeathindependent.ie/news/roundup/articles/2009/11/26/3993096-fashion-show-in-aid-of-community-/ Thu, 26 Nov 2009 16:35:00 +0000 News Vienna Hair Salon holds successful 'Pink Day' On Friday, October 16, Vienna Hair Salon in Monksland, Athlone, held a very successful 'Pink Day' which saw all proceeds going to breast cancer charity with a total of €675.94 being donated. http://www.westmeathindependent.ie/news/roundup/articles/2009/11/11/3992734-vienna-hair-salon-holds-successful-pink-day/ http://www.westmeathindependent.ie/news/roundup/articles/2009/11/11/3992734-vienna-hair-salon-holds-successful-pink-day/ Wed, 11 Nov 2009 16:30:00 +0000 News Get glowing skin and shiny hair all under one roof Being pampered to within an inch of your life is a good start to any day, particularly when you've been off work for a few days. So with this in mind on a rainy Wednesday morning I headed to the newly opened Coosan Beauty Salon, which is located in the same building as Colour Starz Hair Salon in Clonrusk, Coosan. http://www.westmeathindependent.ie/news/roundup/articles/2009/11/11/3992732-get-glowing-skin-and-shiny-hair-all-under-one-roof/ http://www.westmeathindependent.ie/news/roundup/articles/2009/11/11/3992732-get-glowing-skin-and-shiny-hair-all-under-one-roof/ Wed, 11 Nov 2009 16:30:00 +0000 News Luscious lashes the key to glamour this season The dusty dictionary tells me that a treat is anything that gives you particular pleasure or enjoyment. So how about one that takes less than 20 minutes and costs less than €20? http://www.westmeathindependent.ie/news/roundup/articles/2009/11/04/3992552-luscious-lashes-the-key-to-glamour-this-season/ http://www.westmeathindependent.ie/news/roundup/articles/2009/11/04/3992552-luscious-lashes-the-key-to-glamour-this-season/ Wed, 04 Nov 2009 16:30:00 +0000 News Effortless, sophisticated style from Dice Designed with the successful business woman in mind the Dice collection has a very modern take on fashion and appeals to style conscious women who are not overly trend driven. http://www.westmeathindependent.ie/news/roundup/articles/2009/10/28/3992313-effortless-sophisticated-style-from-dice/ http://www.westmeathindependent.ie/news/roundup/articles/2009/10/28/3992313-effortless-sophisticated-style-from-dice/ Wed, 28 Oct 2009 16:30:00 +0000 News Tone up for the winter with powerful pilates in Sangoma Well if it is good enough for Madonna and Jennifer Aniston then it's good enough for me! Pilates that is. My very thoughts as I made my way to the Sangoma studio in Scotch Parade recently for a beginners class with Alison Hogan. http://www.westmeathindependent.ie/news/roundup/articles/2009/10/28/3992309-tone-up-for-the-winter-with-powerful-pilates-in-sangoma/ http://www.westmeathindependent.ie/news/roundup/articles/2009/10/28/3992309-tone-up-for-the-winter-with-powerful-pilates-in-sangoma/ Wed, 28 Oct 2009 16:30:00 +0000 News Get to grips with hair and beauty at Medussa I have been known to be a bit lazy on occasion, shock, horror, to those who know me. So I absolutely love things that require less effort and save time especially when it comes to grooming. http://www.westmeathindependent.ie/news/roundup/articles/2009/10/14/392016-get-to-grips-with-hair-and-beauty-at-medussa/ http://www.westmeathindependent.ie/news/roundup/articles/2009/10/14/392016-get-to-grips-with-hair-and-beauty-at-medussa/ Wed, 14 Oct 2009 16:50:00 +0000 News Bold, opulent looks with F&F at Tesco Tesco has revealed its autumn/winter 2009 collection with affordable elegance top of the bill this season. Bold collars, excessive fabric, tailoring and flashes of animal prints can all be witnessed in the F&F clothing collection. http://www.westmeathindependent.ie/news/roundup/articles/2009/10/14/392017-bold-opulent-looks-with-ff-at-tesco/ http://www.westmeathindependent.ie/news/roundup/articles/2009/10/14/392017-bold-opulent-looks-with-ff-at-tesco/ Wed, 14 Oct 2009 16:45:00 +0000 News A light texture moisturising lotion for normal skin New Garnier Hydralock Light for normal - dehydrated skin locks in moisture, providing non-stop hydration for up to 24 hours, and it is two times more moisturising than our traditional moisturiser. http://www.westmeathindependent.ie/news/roundup/articles/2009/10/14/392018-a-light-texture-moisturising-lotion-for-normal-skin-/ http://www.westmeathindependent.ie/news/roundup/articles/2009/10/14/392018-a-light-texture-moisturising-lotion-for-normal-skin-/ Wed, 14 Oct 2009 16:40:00 +0000 News Thrift fashion challenge brings out Athlone bargains Thrift is defined in the dictionary as wise economy in the management of money and other resources or frugality, something we've all had to learn in recent times, whether we like it or not. http://www.westmeathindependent.ie/news/roundup/articles/2009/08/19/390480-thrift-fashion-challenge-brings-out-athlone-bargains/ http://www.westmeathindependent.ie/news/roundup/articles/2009/08/19/390480-thrift-fashion-challenge-brings-out-athlone-bargains/ Wed, 19 Aug 2009 12:00:00 +0000 News Feminine and chic with Marie Méro at Burgess tra feminine and ethnic chic, the summer collection from Marie Méro caters for the taste of the modern, independent woman. Authentic and technically very refined fabrics, with a range of prints and in a selection of natural shades, combine to form sophisticated, sunny silhouettes. http://www.westmeathindependent.ie/news/roundup/articles/2009/06/23/40838-feminine-and-chic-with-marie-meacutero-at-burgess/ http://www.westmeathindependent.ie/news/roundup/articles/2009/06/23/40838-feminine-and-chic-with-marie-meacutero-at-burgess/ Tue, 23 Jun 2009 15:51:05 +0000 News