Internation Fashion Lunch

Fashion: 1. Audrey Shanley and Paula Callan; 2. Ken Doherty and Lorraine Keane. (Pix. Brian McEvoy)

The 17th International Fashion Lunch in aid of the Rape Crisis Centre was hosted by Miss Candy at the Westin Hotel, Dublin last week.  Guests included Rosanna Davison, Rebecca Burrell, Ken Doherty, Pamela Flood, Gerald Kean and Lisa Murphy.

Getting off to a flying start the event was sponsored this year by Virgin Atlantic and was expanded to the stunning Banking Hall – the exclusive ballroom at the 5-star Westin.  The event commenced with Virgin Atlantic’s signature “Red Head” champagne cocktail reception in The Glass Atrium, before guests are treated to a sumptuous five course meal, served with exclusive wines.

The First Lady of Irish musical Theatre, Rebecca Storm, performed some of her Broadway musical hits with her band before the lunch commenced, while Eurovision winner Paul Harrington and his group entertained the guests into the evening.  Irish designer Dawn Fitzgerald showcased some of her latest creations including her latest bridal wear from her new store in Powerscourt Townhouse.

High Style

Leading Irish designer Louise Kennedy showcased her AW12 collection at her flagship store on Merrion Square.  Among those in attendance were: 1. Roisin Murphy; 2. Sonia Reynolds and Laura Keane. (Pix. Leon Farrell / Photocall)

Memory Man

Good Sports:  1. Jimmy Magee; 2. Amanda Brunker; 3. Bernard and Pamela Dunne. (Pix. Brian Mcevoy)

Katie Taylor launched Jimmy Magee’s autobiography Memory Man   at The Havelock Suite in the Aviva Stadium recently.

In Memory Man, completed before the Olympic games began, he describes her as ‘Ireland’s greatest contemporary sportsperson’ and he was delighted that she agreed to do the honours. 

At 77, Jimmy has the distinction of being the longest-serving sports commentator in the English-speaking world.  Other big sporting names at the launch included Eamonn Coughlan, Paul McGrath and Bernard Dunne.

Wilde

Gone Wilde: 1. Katherine Lynch and Julian Benson; 2. Keith Thomas and Emma Quinlan; 3. Danielle Moyles and Emily McKeogh. (Pix. BMcE)

After much hype new bar and club Wilde has seen its official launch on the Dublin social scene.  The sound of beating drums, Fire eaters, stilt walkers, snake charmers and dancers greeted guests upon arrival with no expense spared on the lavish soiree. 

Creating the most stunning floral arrangements, Elegant Flowers had the venue resemble an Aladdin’s Cave. Absolut cocktails flowed all night with Berry Mojito’s and Mango & Apple Martini’s being the favourites. Wilde also spoiled its guests with exclusive catering from Ali Davis who flew in celebratory chef Kristen Zschokke to give their guests delicious, decadent, food.

The venue will operate as an upmarket bar in the early evenings before introducing an eclectic entertainment programme and club elements later in the night.  Open 7 nights a week from 6pm until late, Wilde will have an exciting and varied entertainment programme catering for all tastes. 

Shadow Dancer

Shadow Dancing: 1. Actors David Wilmot, Shane Gillen, director James Marsh and actor Michael  McElhatton. (Pix. BMcE)

A special screening of acclaimed new movie SHADOW DANCER, starring Clive Owen and Andrea Riseborough and directed by James Marsh, took place  at the Light House Cinema, Smithfield.

Set in 1990’s Belfast, Shadow Dancer is a heart-wrenching thriller about a woman forced to betray all she believes in for the sake of her son. Director James Marsh depicts the conflict in Northern Ireland from the point of view of a woman whose daily life is a constant struggle for survival but who is nonetheless determined to create a better future.

Guests in attendance included Academy Award winning director James Marsh (Man On Wire), David Wilmot (Shadow Dancer), Shane Gillen, Aoibheann McCaul, Bill Hughes, Carl Shabaan.

Shadow Dancer (15A) is in cinemas now.