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Fun, fizz and fashion at The Brehon Hotel’s annual après-races party
Judging the glamorous apres-races event at The Brehon on ladies day gave plenty of style ideas, says Killarney Advertiser fashion contributor LAURA MACSWEENY
I HAD a wonderful day at the Killarney Races yesterday and although the weather gods didn’t seem to be in our favour, the sheer amount of style and fashion certainly made up for it. The glamour of the day continued well into the evening as scores of racegoers, in all their fashion and finery, gathered in The Brehon Hotel for its après-races party.
For ladies day, I wore a Grey Goose headpiece by Kerry designer Rebekah Wall. My skirt and belt were by online boutique boutique www.Love-Jewels.com and I accessorised with a choker and heels from Folkster Dublin and a clutch from TK Maxx Killarney.
I was honoured to be judge for the best dressed this year but I certainly had a tough job ahead of me as everywhere I looked there was one beautifully coordinated outfit after another and the most extraordinary creations of millinery one could imagine, but there were some clear winners that stood out for me.
In the end it was dapper chap Gary Moynihan, in a grey three-piece suit, that walked away with the prize for best-dressed man and a meal for two in the Danu Restaurant.
Moving on to the ladies and it was Anny Dury-Caherman from Ballyheigue who won the prize for best hat and a day for two at the Angsana Spa at The Brehon. Ann wowed the crowd with her stunning work of art by local designer and artist Rebekah Wall and a jumpsuit by Jasmine Boutique in Tralee.
However, it was local girl Annette Roche Clifford, head to toe in pretty pink, that stole the show for me.
Annette wore a dress by online boutique www.vestry.com with a floral headpiece and belt by local milliner and Annette’s mother-in-law Shirley Clifford.
Annette was rewarded for her style with a €500 for Brown Tomas and said she would certainly put it to good use and also buy a present for mum-in-law Shirley.
Alas just as it’s all over for another year I’ve caught some serious racing fever, bring on August for more racing fashion and fun.
Laura MacSweeny, judge, and Brian Bowler, The Brehon Hotel general manager, with winners at The Brehon’s après-races party, best-dressed lady Annette Roche Clifford, Anne Drury-Caherman, best hat, and Garry Moynihan, best-dressed gent. PICTURES: K PHOTOGRAPHY,
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Green light for Torc Dinis walkway
Planning approval has been granted for a long-awaited lakeside walkway and cycleway connecting Torc and Dinis inside Killarney National Park.
An Coimisiún Pleanála confirmed permission for the elevated platform project, which will complete the popular scenic loop while removing a dangerous 800-metre section along the busy N71 Killarney to Kenmare road.
Walkers and cyclists currently have to navigate narrow bends alongside heavy vehicular traffic and tour buses to complete the circuit between the Dinis and Torc car parks.
Mayor of Killarney John O’Donoghue welcomed the decision, calling it a transformative development for the region: “Since beginning in the Council in 2021, this has been one of my priorities as an issue I inherited from my predecessor Michael Gleeson, he being the first person to initially pursue the idea. I have repeatedly kept it on the agenda at Council meetings and now delighted to see we finally have positive news as this decision, which has been long overdue and eagerly awaited, will prove transformative for the area.”
Mayor O’Donoghue added: “The path, which will be on the lakeside, will offer views to rival those anywhere in the world and I have no doubt will prove very popular with locals and visitors alike. Huge credit is due to Kerry County Council and the NPWS for their co-operation on the issue. Once the decision has passed through its statutory waiting period, the design and tender stage can begin.”
The project, which will be built on a raised platform to protect the natural habitat beneath, will also be fully accessible for people with mobility issues. Killarney Chamber of Tourism and Commerce also welcomed the green light, noting that the completed loop will create a major safe attraction showcasing Muckross Lake, Dinis Cottage, and the Old Weir Bridge.
LAKESIDE PATH: An Coimisiún Pleanála has approved planning permission for a new raised walkway and cycleway connecting Torc and Dinis in Killarney National Park.
LOCAL GOLD: Terrie O’Shea, founder and owner of Killarney-based business Sorella Berries, celebrating her Gold award win at the Blas na hÉireann Irish Food Awards held in Dingle last week. Her hand-crafted chocolate covered strawberries secured the top spot in national competition, earning recognition for the local food producer on the national stage.
Green light for Torc to Dinis walkway
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LOCAL GOLD:
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