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We still haven't gotten a peek at Beyonce and Jay-Z's new arrivals, but recently filed legal documents might just have revealed the babies names. 

A trademark document filed this week points to the twins being named Rumi and Sir Carter.

 

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The names are pretty unusual, but in celeb-land unique names are essential. 

This also suggests that the pair have had one boy twin, named Sir, and one girl twin, named Rumi. 

According to TMZ, the trademarks are for 'fragrances, cosmetics, key chains, baby teething rings, strollers, mugs, water bottles, hair ribbons, playing cards, tote bags, sports balls, rattles and novelty items.'

 

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It would make sense in this case, as Beyonce has previously trademarked Blue Ivy's name. 

Five months ago, Beyonce put in a request to the United States Patent and Trademark Office to copyright the term Blue Ivy Carter for future business endeavours.

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Cider fan?

There's a taste of Sweden is coming to Dublin this Summer.

Kopparberg premium cider are bringing their Fruit Market to Diarmuid Gavin's Garden of Pure Imagination at the Dundrum town centre.

For the entire month of July, the cider brand will serving up their  Elderflower & Lime and Raspberry flavours while customers soak up the sunshine and party atmosphere.

Enjoy your favourite cider served over ice or treat your taste buds to a signature Koppar-cocktail.

You can even indulge your sweet tooth with a whipped ice cream drizzled in the unique raspberry syrup.

The Fruit Market sits within a pop-up candlelight bar surrounded by a colourful garden packed with blooming trees, water features, flowerbeds and cosy hangout spots.

Open from 12.00pm – 9.00pm daily, Kopparberg's summer garden is the perfect place to sit back and relax during those long summer evenings.

Check out their Facebook page for more information.

Slainte!  

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So, we all remember Becky with the good hair, right?

Well, it looks like Jay-Z's latest album, 4:44, may just be a response to Beyonce's Lemonade.

In her 2016 album, Beyonce calls out Jay for allegedly cheating on her with a mysterious woman.

Of course, the rumour mill went into overdrive, but today, fans are still none the wiser as to who this so-called 'Becky' could be.

However, it looks like we may be one step closer, as lyrics on Jay-Z's 4:44 appear to address the speculation around his infidelity.

In a track entitled Family Feud, he raps: “Yeah, I’ll f**k up a good thing if you let me. Leave me alone, Becky. A man that don’t take care his family can’t be rich.”

Fans also believe that the albums title track is an apology to Bey with Jay admitting that it took the birth of their daughter, Blue Ivy, to make him see how bad his behaviour had become.

He raps: “I apologise, often womanise, took my child to be born, see through a woman’s eyes. Took for these natural twins to believe in miracles. Took me too long for this song. I don’t deserve you.”

“If my children knew, I don’t even know what I would do. If they don’t look at me the same I would probably die of all the shame.”

Blue Ivy's voice can also be heard on the track Legacy, where she appears to ask her father,  “Daddy, what’s a will?”

Using the opportunity to get everything out in the open, Jay also references the infamous elevator fight between him and Beyonce's sister, Solange.

“You egg Solange on knowing all along all you had to say was you was wrong.”

“You almost went Eric Benet! Let the baddest girl in the world get away. I don’t even know what to say, n***a never go Eric Benet.”

Fans have taken to Twitter to react to the much anticipated album.  

But of course, the Beyhive was out in force to defend their Queen Bee. 

As of now, 4:44 is only available to stream on Tidal, but fans are hoping for a Spotify/ Apple Music release in the future. 

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Makeup can be pricey, and despite pay day having just passed, no one wants to fork out a fortune to create the latest beauty looks.

Luckily, Boots is proving to be a bit of a makeup maven’s saviour with their latest three for two offer on in-store cosmetics.

While it may be an absolute bargain, Boots haven’t skimped on brands, with high-street favourites Bourjois, Rimmel, Soap & Glory, Max Factor and many more included in the deal.

Maybelline Master Strobing liquid – €9.99, Rimmel Exaggerate Eye Liner – €7.49 , L’Oreal Paris Color Riche Lipstick Red Passion – €10.49

Whatever the occasion, it’s fun to play around with makeup.

Dinner with the girls is always a good idea, and so is a classic Hollywood look.

Why not bring some glamour to the table this weekend with a killer red lip, courtesy of L’Oreal?

Adding a touch of sophistication to any ensemble, this Rimmel liner is ideal for those with shakier hands, as the sturdy liner nib helps keep messy lines to a minimum.

Finish off with a Hollywood highlight  in the form of Maybelline’s Master Strobing liquid highlighter and you’ll be ready to take snaps of yourself rather than your food.

Barry M Dazzle Dust Eye Shadow -€6.99, Soap & Glory Love at blush Highlight & Sculpt Stick- €11.00, Sleek MakeUP Dip It Glitter – €6.99

Festival fever is in the air, but no one wants to splash the cash on makeup that has a high risk of getting crumpled or lost at a camping event.

Thankfully, Boots offer is giving us major bang for our buck as well as keeping us up to date with festival makeup trends.

Glitter, glitter and more glitter is the way to go, which is why the Barry M dazzle dust is literally perfect for creating a myriad of sparkly eye looks.

More of a subtle makeup kind of girl? The Sleek glitter eyeliner is the perfect way to add a slight hint of sparkle, a festival update on your usual makeup routine.

Lastly, we need something to distract from those sleepy eyes, so a sculpting cheek stick will be seriously necessary to lift a tired face by day three of your festival of choice.

Max Factor Bronzer – €12.99, Rimmel Wake Me Up Make Up Foundation 30ml SPF 15 – €11.49, Bourjois’ Little Round Pot Nude Edition eye shadow – €9.99

New makeup is a holiday essential, and with the drizzle plaguing the country this weekend, we’re dreaming of far way places.

Whether you’re heading to the sun or on a city break, a foundation with built-in SPF is an essential to protect the skin.

Bronzer is the perfect way to fake a glow before you head to the sun, and will help you maintain your glowy look on your return.

To compliment your new bronzey hue, a gold eyeliner will pop against sun kissed skin, and with the Boots 3 for 2 offer, you won’t have to worry about splurging on products suited purely to summer.

Seventeen BB Magic Blemish Balm – €9.49, Revlon® ColorBurst™ Lacquer Balm – €11.49, Soap & Glory Love at First Blush Multi-Shade Blushing Powder 7.5g – €15.00

Sometimes a no-fuss-no-frills look is all we want on a lazy day.

Seriously, we have major respect for girls who manage to perfectly apply their faces everyday, but we just don’t have the commitment or the skill.

For a five minute face, all you really need are three products.

A brightening BB cream can be lightly applied with feathery fingertip strokes, and a lip liner chubby stick can create a moisturising swathe of lip colour in a mere second.

The Soap & Glory Love at First Blush Multi-Shade Blushing Powder is super versatile, with highlight and blush shades that can be used as eye shadow and bronzer when faffing around with extra products just doesn’t seem appealing.

Max factor Masterpiece Nude Palette 03 Rose Nudes – €19.99, Sleek MakeUp Brow Kit – €11.99, Rimmel London Sculpting Palette by Kate – €8.99

A big girls night out with the squad is the perfect time to get experimental with makeup.

From a dramatic smoky eye to a colour pop on the lid, this Max Factor Masterpiece Nude Palette has all the essential shades you could need to create an individual eye look on all your gal pals.

To keep those brows neat and tidy, snap up the Sleek MakeUp Brow Kit in the delightful 3 for 2 deal to create Instagram-worthy brows without the fuss.

Kim Kardashian-worthy contouring is the way to go for chiselled cheekbones, and a face triad is a simple way to achieve the look.

The amazing 3 for 2 offer is available in all Boots stores nationwide, but you better head in this weekend, as the offer is only running until July 4.

We’re prepared to have some majorly bulging makeup bags.

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After receiving rave reviews at the Sundance Film Festival, movie buffs the world over are eagerly anticipating the release of Netflix's latest feature film, To The Bone

The film, which stars Lily Collins, follows the journey of 20-year-old, Ellen and her battle with anorexia.

While many are praising the film for tackling such a sensitive issue, others fear the film may act as a trigger for people who suffer from eating disorders.

However, it's worth noting that both lead actress, Lily Collins, and the writer/ director, Marti Noxon, have both suffered from disordered eating in the past and are not afraid to address their demons head on.

In a recent interview on Lorraine, Lily opened up about how it felt to play a character who struggled with the same illness she had suffered from, stressing how proud she was to be a part of the project.

"It’s actually the first feature film that’s been done about eating disorders and I feel so proud to be a part of it, to keep it entertaining in a way but also informational," she said. 

"I was kept under strict supervision by producers, director, my own mother and also a nutritionist so we worked very closely together, very healthfully."

"I was actually excited to be able to tell the story to open up further conversation for young women and men around the world."

Check out the full interview below. 


To The Bone is out July 14, 2017. 

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There's only a few weeks to go before Longitude Festival 2017 returns to Dublin's Marlay Park and we could not be more excited.

This year's festival runs from Friday July 14 – Sunday July 16, and with headline performances from The Weeknd, Stormzy and Mumford & Sons, it's sure to be an unforgettable weekend. 

And just when you thought it couldn't get any better, the festival organisers go and add 22 new acts to the line-up.

Villagers, The Head and the Heart, Jessie Reyez Catherine MacGract and Kevin Garrett (just to name a few) will all take to stage at the festival this July.  

The Red Bull Woodland Stage also returns to festival this year. Check out the full line-up below:

Friday – Brame & Hamo, Boots & Kats, Sage, Seanie B, Mix & Fairbanks, Sarah Mooney.

Saturday – Greg Wilson, Ghostboy, Stevie G, Handsome Paddy, Eve, Ciara Brady.

Sunday – Midland, DJ Deece, Lo Cutz, Jimmy Rouge, Fulton & Gold. 

Already announced for this year's festival are headliners The Weeknd, Mumford & Sons and Stormzy as well as Skepta, Picture This, Young Thug, Gucci Mane, Jack Garratt, Catfish & The Bottlemen, G-Eazy, Leon Bridges, Kaytranada, Glass Animals, Mac Miller, Wiley, Kaleo and many, many more. 

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We are so excited The 2017 Campo Viejo Tapas Trail is back! This year is better than ever before, bringing good food, great company and the finest Rioja wines to the public for the seventh year running.  Always a sell-out event, this year there is no need worry if you don’t secure a ticket.  For the first time, fans can experience the colour and taste of the unique Tapas Trail at home through a new partnership with Deliveroo, which will serve up the authentically Spanish food and wine experience to homes across Dublin, Cork and Galway.

There will be a total of 12 Tapas Trails will take place from the 21st of June until the 30th of July inclusive. Guests visit four top tapas restaurants where they are treated to the venue’s three best tapas dishes specially created to complement the well balanced, tasty and round, full flavours associated with the Campo Viejo portfolio. Hosts guide guests along the route inspiring them with local city and Spanish anecdotes and sharing their expertise and insights into the unique characteristics of Campo Viejo wines.

Sounds like the perfect Summer evening! And we have two tickets to give away. All you have to do is fill in your details in the form below. Good Luck.

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Experience the Campo Viejo Tapas Trail for yourself by purchasing tickets for our Dublin events here or by ordering the experience to your home through from June 15th via the Deliveroo app or website.

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Coco Chanel once said "if you feel sad, add more lipstick and attack," and this is a mantra we can ABSOLUTELY get down with. 

Well, with that in mind, we started to think about our favourite lippies, and what colours we especially love to wear in the summer (when the sun actually decides to shine.)

I dug through my makeup bag, and talked to the other lovely ladies here at Shemazing, and came up with a wonderful list of lipsticks that are perfect for summer.

Let us know your thoughts! 

1. Benefit 'They're Real! Double the Lip' in Fuchsia Fever

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2. Sleek True Colour Lipstick in Tangerine Scream

3. NOTE Cosmetics Rich Colour Lipstick in Black Violet

4. Bobbi Brown Semi Matte Lip Colour in Pink Mauve.

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5. M.A.C Cremesheen Lipstick in Pretty Boy.

6. Charlotte Tilbury Matte Revolution in Pillow Talk

7. NYX Pin Up Pout Lipstick in Violet Femme

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8. YSL Rouge Pur Couture in Le Rouge

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OK, we're not claiming to be mind readers, but we're going to take a wild guess here and assume you know all the words to the Father Ted classic, My Lovely Horse?

Yeah, that's what we thought.

It's become somewhat of an unlikely anthem for Irish people around the world and we're secretly hoping that one day we'll throw caution to the wind and actually enter it in the Eurovison.

And you know what? With these boy singing, we might just be in with a chance.

The Ramparts, a male acapella group from Dublin, took to St. Stephen's Green this week to perform there own rendition of the beloved song.  

Set up by Ruaidhrí O’Dálaigh, the male voice choir sing everything from trad to pop – and of course, barbershop.

The group also just so happen to be the only Irish act set to compete in BBC One's new show, Pitch Battle.

The first episode airs Saturday, July 15.

We know who we'll be rooting for anyway.  

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At last!

The weekend has finally arrived and with so much happening around town over the coming days, staying in is not an option.

Here's our top picks. 

The Comedy Crunch – Eric Lalor & Alison Spittle

Laugh away those pre-Monday blues in the downstairs bar at The Stags Head this Sunday.

Host Colm McGlinchey, will be joined by a whole host of hilarious comics including, Alison Spittle , Paul Marsh and Danny O'Brien.

Doors open at 8.15pm and entry is free.

Oh, and did we forget to mention, there's FREE ice-cream.

Here's a little example of what to expect at The Crunch.

 

Harry Potter Quiz Night

Calling all honorary witches and wizards! 

Put your magical knowledge to the test at this Harry Potter quiz night in aid of Focus Ireland at Fibber Magee's on Parnell Street, this Sunday, July 2. 

Tables of up to 5 people are €50 must be pre booked in advance here.

There will be special offers on food and drink, a mini Harry Potter market, and Harry Potter themed games on the night.

So, gather your ultimate HP squad and deck yourself out in the house colours – it's for a great cause. 

  

Spanish Music And Wine with Su Garrido Pombo

Ok, so one isn't technically at the weekend, but hey, not everyone works Monday to Friday. 

Sit back and relax with a glass of vino this Tuesday evening as Spanish composer and musician , Su Garrido Pombo brings her unique musical fusion to Instiuto Cervantes, Lincoln House, Dublin 2.

Originally from Vigo, Su has prepared a dynamic setlist of her original compositions, traditional songs and covers.

Her works have gained international recognition, with awards in the MAPFRE Viveparacumplirlo nd the Gzrea national music competition.

In 2013 she moved to Dublin to pursue a solo career touring around Ireland.

The candlelit evening kicks off at 7.00pm on July 4 and tickets are €5.00 (includes glass of wine).

Register your interest by mailing – bookings.dublin@cervantes.es.

Photo credit – Finn Richards

Pets in the Park

This Sunday, July 2, Blanchardstown will be transformed into a pet lovers paradise as a huge variety of fluffy friends take over the grounds of Millenium Park.

Animal lovers can expect a range of stalls offering great deals on pet accessories, grooming products, toys and novelty items as well as the opportunity to avail of micro-chipping and veterinary advice from the DSPCA.

The DSPCA King of Paws Training Team will also host Dog Agility Workshops, where members of the public are invited sign up their own four-legged friends.

Pets in the Park kicks off at 12.00pm on July 2 and entry is free.  

 

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Being an online influencer is one of the most coveted professions out there, but many content creators like to branch out and try their hand at something new.

Carrie Hope Fletcher is one such creative, who's YouTube channel It's Way Past My Bedtime has received over 98,544,315 views across her videos.

While YouTube may be her initial claim to fame, the 24-year-old has also tried her hand at many other trades, including singing, songwriting, acting and writing. 

In fact, Carrie is a best-selling author and is currently starring in the theatre production of The Addams Family.

As if that wasn't enough, the talented star has written a brand new book, titled All That She Can See, and will be coming to Ireland to promote her new novel.

She will be doing two signings in Easons this year while she's on her theatre show tour, so jot down these dates. 

She will be in Easons in Donegall Place, Belfast on Monday October 2, and in Easons O'Connell Street in Dublin on Sunday August 20.

So if you want a signed copy of her new book, grab your ticket here now. 

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Footballer Cristiano Ronaldo has become a Dad for the second time.

The Real Madrid all-star player has shared the first photo of his newborn twins on social media.

Cristiano took to Twitter and Instagram to show off his precious bundles of joy, a little boy and girl.

The twins are rumoured to be called Eva and Mateo.

The photo shows the famous footballer reclining on a sofa while cradling a tiny baby in each arm.

'So happy to be able to hold the two new loves of my life,' the talented sportsman captioned the post. 

 

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It’s believed the twins were born by a surrogate mother.

Cristiano became a dad for the first time in 2010, to a son, whom he named Cristiano Ronaldo Junior.

Congratulations to the footballer and hiss family!

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