30th Celebrations

For my birthday this year my better half treated me to a trip to New York for a week to see my two best friends and I have to say I had the trip of a life time!! I've always wanted to see New York ever since I watched my first episode of Sex and the city (probably wayyy younger than I should of been) and it didn't dissapoint.

While we were staying with ours friends for the trip, on my actual birthday we stayed in the city in the Dream Midtown hotel. On the way to our hotel we made a quick stop in Saks to pick up my birthday present from my family, my new louboutins. I went for the nude pigalles in the 100mm heel. Now if your thinking of buying any designer bits while there bare in mind the taxes and price them at home first, I learned that the hard way, they ended up costing around €200 more than they are at home. Butttt I love them so...

After we checked into our hotel we spent some time walking the highline, we really lucked out the week we went with the weather, it was stunning.

After the highline we headed back to get ready for my birthday meal which was in a gorgeous, family style Italian restaurant just off Times Square. I love Italian, its so easy to find something suitable to eat when your a vegetarian. 

Now I know New York is very casual, dress wise for dinner drinks etc but there was no chance in hell that I as going to New York and not letting my inner Carrie out!! Tulle skirts and sequins all the way!!

After a gorgeous meal we headed to the 230 Fifth rooftop for some drinks and a view of Manhattan. What more could you ask for?! Literally the best birthday ever!!

Last but not least my night was finished off with the nicest slice of  99c pizza! Had to be done...

Thanks to Marc, Anto and Tracy!!  

Jumpsuit Only | Top Coast | Skirt French | Shoes Christian Louboutin | Clutch Mulberry

Carlingford

I have had such a soft spot for Carlingford, for years. Even before we had our wedding there, it was my happy place. Every single time I visit I love it even more. Between the smell of the beach and the constant 'holiday' atmosphere its such a beautiful place. The views are stunning and the people are so nice! What more could you ask for on a sunny Sunday afternoon. Its been a few weeks since my better half has been home. We took a spin up for a day of shell picking on the beach and 99s.

Dress H&M (sale current) | Hat/Belt/Boots Penneys | Bag Gucci

The Montenotte, Cork

Dress Boohoo Current | Shoes Penneys Current

My better half has been working and living in Cork for the past couple of months, he travels home at weekends so this is my first time going down to see him. I'm so glad I waited because wow!! In the couple of months he's been there the hotel his apartment is in and its grounds have been completely refurbished and it looks amazing. I honestly don't know how we get him to come home at all. The view is like nothing I've seen in Ireland before. The amazing weather helped of course I felt like we were abroad.  

Sunday we went for dinner in the hotel and a walk around the grounds and had some pre drinks in the roof top garden. Then we went to Jenny Green , a very nice gift from Marc's boss. After the concert we went for walk along the Harbour.

On Monday himself had to work so I went for a wander around Cork, this was my first time being there and I loved it. I found the whole city so quirky and colourful.

Top & Shorts H&M (last year) | Shoes Penneys Current | Bag Louis Vuitton Neverfull

Convinced him to take some time out of work and meet me in the park ;) My girls finish up school for the summer next week and I can't wait to bring them down I know there going to love it as much as I did.

Thanks for reading

Claire xo

Wine Port Lodge, Glasson

Dress ASOS (this year) | Belt ASOS (last year) | Shoes Penneys | Earrings Claires (last year)

Wedding number two of the year was in the most stunning location in Glasson, The Wine Port Lodge. I can't get over how beautiful this location is for a wedding. Even just looking back at these pictures writing this post makes me want to go back. The lodge is right on the lake with a jetty so you can go right out onto the lake, perfect for wedding pictures.

All along the water is set up with tables and chairs so you can sit outside and take in the views, have a few drinks or for smokers. Cute fleecy blankets are provided for when it gets cooler in the evening.

                                             

It was so nice to be able to sit outside and enjoy the sunset while they rearranged the room the dancing. The setting made for some beautiful photos.

 

                 

Each room has its own balcony over looking the water and with ours being on the second floor the view was amazing!! The only down side to attending a wedding with rooms is that you don't actually spend enough time in it. I will definitely be going back with the better half and spending my evening out on the balcony makin my way through the stocked mini bar in the room ;)

Jumper Zara | Trousers & Shoes Penneys

Wedding Season

Wedding season has kicked off and we attended our first one this weekend. It was a beautiful civil ceremony in The Olde Post Inn in Cavan. What a stunning venue and the weather was gorgeous. I was so impressed with the vegetarian menu as this can be a bit of a challenge when attending some events. They went above and beyond to accommodate.

My top and skirt are from Le Butons boutique. I spotted this outfit last year and its not my usual style but when I seen it all I could think was Dirty Dancing (my all time fav!!) so I had to have it!! The shoes are New look and so is my bag, Its from my own wedding.

I had the pleasure of also being the bride's makeup artist on the morning. Its safe to say she made my job very easy what a stunner. I cannot wait to see all the professional pics!!

Saturday was a post wedding lunch in the Slieve Russell hotel, another stunning venue. The weather again was amazing I spent most of the day outside on the beautiful grounds with my family. 

I am obsessed with Penneys Spring/Summer collection this year I want one of everything, Look at the bow detail on the back of this top! I love it!

Top and sliders are Penneys this year, the jeans are Freddy and the bag is the Mulberry Mini Lily.

Thanks for reading

Claire xo