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Irish Daily Mirror
a day ago
- Entertainment
- Irish Daily Mirror
Galway Races 'Ladies Day' last minute fashion deals
It is one of the most eagerly anticipated horseracing showpieces in Ireland - the 2025 Galway Races Summer Festival is here. Punters flock from all over Ireland and further afield to soak up the atmosphere at the world famous Ballybrit race track. Aside from a healthy bank account and a trusty race card, the best threads fashion has to offer is an absolute must for any would be high roller. 'Ladies Day' takes place at the Galway Races on Thursday July 31 and what better way to turn heads than a stunning dress at a knockdown price? Next has a stunning Jolie Moi Dark Red Velvet Side Tie Midi Dress on sale. Next has slashed the price from €86 to €34. The dress comes in a variety of colours, including black, dark red, green, purple and red. The midi dress is also available in sizes eight to 18. The dress from Next is also a hit with customers. "A lovely figure hugging dress. Sumptuous material. Easy to wash. Very easy to wear," wrote one customer who bought the dress in dark red. Another satisfied customer said: "I received this garment promptly after purchasing it online. It is a far better quality and fit than i had expected and will definitely be purchasing another in a different colour very soon." The Next Midi Dress. (Image: Next) Meanwhile, River Island also has you covered when it comes to summery midi dresses and they are flying off the shelves. The gorgeous Sleeveless Plisse Belted Midi Dress is on sale for €59. Elsewhere, Very has what can only be described as a gorgeous ruffle trim maxi dress on sale for an affordable €100. The dress comes in sizes 14 to 26 and currently enjoys an impressive five star review. "This is a beautiful dress, well made and lovely material," wrote a female customer who purchased the dress less than two weeks ago. "The only thing I would say is that it feels a bit heavy when on. Unfortunately, I returned mine as I felt it would clash with the wedding theme colours that I was attending." Another customer said: "I felt so confident at the party and I got lots of compliments about how lovely the dress was. By far the best dress I have ever bought. Thank you Very!" The Sleeveless Plisse Belted Midi Dress available from River Island. (Image: River Island) The ruffle trim maxi dress from Very. (Image: Very) If midi and maxi dresses aren't your thing then there's always the option to go for something more traditional. BooHoo has an amazing 50% per cent off offer on its black Cinched Waist Shirt Dress. It is has been reduced from €40 down to €20 and comes in sizes eight to 16. However, if you want the dress for 'Ladies Day' at the Galway Races you will need to pay the €7.99 express delivery charge. Marks & Spencer also have beautiful options. The Floral Tie Neck Midaxi Tea Dress is currently on sale for €65 in both ivory mix and floral mix designs. The dress comes in three lengths: petite, regular and tall as well as sizes six to 18. The Boohoo black Cinched Waist Shirt Dress. (Image: Boohoo) The Tie Neck Midaxi Tea Dress from Marks & Spencer. (Image: Marks & Spencer) The description of the ivory mix version of the dress reads: "With its dainty floral print, this tea dress is a timeless choice. It's cut in a comfy regular fit, with a fluttery tie at the neckline. The short sleeves are gently gathered for a touch of volume, while the hemline falls to an on-trend midaxi length." The 2025 Galway Races runs Monday July 28 to Sunday August 3 - for more information visit the official Galway Races Summer Festival website. Subscribe to our newsletter for the latest news from the Irish Mirror direct to your inbox: Sign up here.

The Age
09-07-2025
- Entertainment
- The Age
Coming soon: a hidden 3am cocktail contender for 2025's best new bar
Finally, Brisbane's drinks scene is beginning to evolve. A few years ago, the city boasted a bunch of cracking cocktail bars – Death & Taxes, Maker, The Gresham, Dr Gimlette, Savile Row – but not much else. While Brisbane's restaurant scene diversified, our smaller boozers felt stuck in a low gear, new operators seemingly unable, or unwilling, to take a swing on fresh ideas. But then came Frog's Hollow and Alice and Barry Parade Public House, and wine bars suddenly got both more freewheeling and serious, with the opening of Dark Red, Milquetoast and Dark Red's new sister venue, Dark Blue. All have a unique angle or location, or a combination of the two. Now comes The Alligator Club, a New Orleans-inspired basement bolthole due to open in the Valley in early August.

Sydney Morning Herald
09-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Sydney Morning Herald
Coming soon: a hidden 3am cocktail contender for 2025's best new bar
Finally, Brisbane's drinks scene is beginning to evolve. A few years ago, the city boasted a bunch of cracking cocktail bars – Death & Taxes, Maker, The Gresham, Dr Gimlette, Savile Row – but not much else. While Brisbane's restaurant scene diversified, our smaller boozers felt stuck in a low gear, new operators seemingly unable, or unwilling, to take a swing on fresh ideas. But then came Frog's Hollow and Alice and Barry Parade Public House, and wine bars suddenly got both more freewheeling and serious, with the opening of Dark Red, Milquetoast and Dark Red's new sister venue, Dark Blue. All have a unique angle or location, or a combination of the two. Now comes The Alligator Club, a New Orleans-inspired basement bolthole due to open in the Valley in early August.

The Age
03-06-2025
- The Age
One of the Valley's best bars welcomes heritage-listed sister venue
For wines, Wagner is focusing on drops from Spain, Chile and Argentina, with the initial list running to around 60 bottles. Ask her to show you some – she's particularly proud of a Korinta chasselas, a Cacique Maravilla pipeno (which roughly translates to 'peasant wine') made from pais grapes – both from Chile – and a Matias Riccitelli malbec from Argentina. 'I was really keen to cut into more niche portfolios,' she says. 'By its nature with wine, you tend to learn about the terroir of a place, its geography. You're learning about the cultures and the history.' There are also snacks such as tinned sardines and octopus, Superbon Madrid crisps, and deli boards you can compile yourself with items such as a terrine and a cherry duck pate. It might be a more grown-up version of Dark Red, but Dark Blue still only has 30 seats. In short, get there early after work if you want to grab a seat.

Sydney Morning Herald
03-06-2025
- Sydney Morning Herald
One of the Valley's best bars welcomes heritage-listed sister venue
For wines, Wagner is focusing on drops from Spain, Chile and Argentina, with the initial list running to around 60 bottles. Ask her to show you some – she's particularly proud of a Korinta chasselas, a Cacique Maravilla pipeno (which roughly translates to 'peasant wine') made from pais grapes – both from Chile – and a Matias Riccitelli malbec from Argentina. 'I was really keen to cut into more niche portfolios,' she says. 'By its nature with wine, you tend to learn about the terroir of a place, its geography. You're learning about the cultures and the history.' There are also snacks such as tinned sardines and octopus, Superbon Madrid crisps, and deli boards you can compile yourself with items such as a terrine and a cherry duck pate. It might be a more grown-up version of Dark Red, but Dark Blue still only has 30 seats. In short, get there early after work if you want to grab a seat.