The Way Of the Road - Where's Wally?

You might have heard that we were hitting the road and I figured it was time to show you some pictures of our set ups in the places we have been..

In total we have been to 5 (or is it 6) different spots in the last few weeks including Microsoft, Mater Hospital, Royal College of Surgeons, Icon and the Grand Fashion Bazaar..Sadly we forgot the camera for some of these places but here are some snaps for you..

We're really enjoying getting out there and meeting people. The response thus far to our ladies t-shirts has been really overwhelming and encouraging which has us brimming with optimism for the Christmas period..The amount of times we heard "ideal for Christmas presents" was almost scary - but that is the type of fear we embrace hehe...

I'm sure everyone has heard of "Where's Wally?" - well, here is Rob, doing his Where's Wally impression...Hopefully we'll have more pictures for you soon but for now try and spot Rob ;)

Stay happy all..



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FREE Button Bonanza!

They're BACK!! We had run out of our beloved buttons but are now happy to report that we have got them back in stock..So, we want to give some away to you...Everyone who joins our mailing list before the 25th of October will receive a full set of free buttons..And, not only will you be kept up to date about our ladies t-shirts and deals and promotions but you'll also get our free look book and a 15% off coupon code..

So, how about that for a deal?..Get you're full set of free buttons, 15% off coupon code, and lookbook now by joining our mailing list..Looking forward to sending them to you...And, why not share this on facebook/twitter to tell your friends? - would help us out big time..



Signing up only takes a second...ole :)


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The Poor Mans iMac

Every now and then there is a post on this blog that has nothing to do with our ladies t-shirts and this is one such post..

A good friend of mine, Dylan Cross, who is a bit of a "Fixit" ninja came up with the following which I think is rather cool, so cool I had to share it...It's the poor mans iMac..See the original images in all the definition you desire right here..Mr. Cross, I salute you....

What do you think of it? Ever created anything like it yourself?


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3 Tee Gone Away!

Wow, what a 3 weeks we've had here in LUHQ running our 3 tee giveaway (really hope you've heard about it hehe)..During the 3 weeks we got over 350 entries and have had 3 winners...Now, it is time to reveal our 3rd winner!

We went to our trusty fruit machine to find out who the last winner of our ladies t-shirts is and are delighted to announce that Kate Mary McNoughton is the lucky winner! Congrats to you Kate :)

Big time thanks to all who took part and helped us spread the word of the competition..Really hope you enjoyed it...Make sure not to miss future competitions or deals by joining our mailing list - stay happy and have a great weekend...

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The Ugly Truth - There Is No Off Button!

It is rare that I get a night off away from the all tweeting and dancing LUHQ but when I do it is pretty much just business as usual (albeit a bit more animated and prone to falling). I have become a non stop LadyUmbrella ranting machine, telling all who will listen to me about it - I can't help it, it's my passion..There is no off button..

Well, last Saturday I was out as a good friend of mine, Hugh (aka Brad Drac aka Jesus), was having his going away drinks. He is currently on the way to New Zealand, the land mass furthest away from Ireland (or so I have been reliably informed). The drinks were had in Ely and it didn't take me long to get into full promo mode (the drinks always help) - the ugly truth revealed in the picture ;)

I can't help talking about our ladies t-shirts when I'm out and if ever you happen to bump into me (don't be alarmed, I am friendly) be sure to ask me for a button or something (as I'll probably have a pocket full of them)..There is no off button...

Anyway, it was great to get out for a night with some of my much mithered and plagued friends, who have heard of LadyUmbrella incessantly since it's inception but this post is for you guys & gals who have tolerated my ramblings (at times force feedings of tales) about LadyUmbrella..And also to wish a good friend of LUHQ's, Hugh, a safe trip and enjoyable adventure...Hugh has really been a huge help to myself and Elena and has spent many evenings in LUHQ with us giving us constructive criticism and ideas - without doubt his help, and moreover his friendship, will be missed...Have a good one man!! ...and of course, stay happy...

So, do you have problems finding the off button as well? Is it ok to never switch off? And, speaking of buttons, anybody able to rival those button balancing skills demonstrated above?

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A Winner & 100 Blog Posts!

What better way to announce the 2nd winner in our 3 tee giveaway than dedicating our 100th post to doing so..As we've just passed 100 blog posts I've had a little moment to click back in time, almost emotional I tell ya hehe..The last year has been beyond crazy for myself and Elena at LadyUmbrella and if you have a moment to spare feel free to flick back and find out what we've been getting up to..And why not "follow" this blog - would love to hit 100 followers...

Anyway, I've digressed and reminisced enough - onto the matter of utmost importance, the winner of our 2nd LadyUmbrella t-shirt..We have had a huge response for the giveaway which is great but the lucky name that came out of the fruit machine is...Molly Louise!! Big time congrats to you Molly and thanks to everyone else for taking part :)

And for those of you who didn't win, don't fret just yet..Like the video below says, we have one more t-shirt to giveaway next Thursday so feel free to enter now by leaving a comment here or on our facebook page.. On top of that we are going to celebrate something special soon so make sure to join our mailing list so you don't miss it! Also, would love if you could press the like/retweet button above - help us spread the video on, hehe, Elena spent 13 long hours working on it - I supervised :) Stay happy all, ole!



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LadyUmbrella Lands in India and...

I'm a bit of geek when it comes to keeping track of where our ladies t-shirts and tote bags get to travel to so needless to say when I received the picture to the right I was giddy. One of our totebags has travelled to India and now has a fine should to call home..

In the few months we have been open one of the thrills we've gotten is sending t-shirts abroad to far away (and presumably greener) fields..For posterity I'd like to quickly recap where we've sent t-shirts to: Vietnam, South Korea, America, Canada, France, Belgium, Germany, Italy, Spain, Mexico, Norway, Denmark, Slovakia, Australia, New Zealand, Austria, Scotland, Wales, England and of course Ireland. I'm scratching the head now with a fear that I may have forgotten some other countries but for now that is all I can remember. I really find it incredible that our t-shirts and tote bags have travelled to 21 different countries in such a short space of time and can't wait to see where the next new territory is...

So, LadyUmbrella has now landed in India but anybody care to hazard a guess as to where the next t-shirt or tote bag might go to?


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Grand Fashion Bazaar 2010

Wow, so many blog posts this week - it has been a busy one and it continues to be a busy one..We are hitting the road once again and this time we are off to the Grand Fashion Bazaar in Portmarnock on Sunday to show off our ladies t-shirts to the waiting masses..Not only will we be there but our good friend Alice from Aliquo Boutique will also be there along with a host of others...Read on to find out what the organiser, Scott, has to say about the event..

"The Grand Fashion Bazaar throws open its sequin and chiffon covered doors, Sunday 3 October at the Portmarnock Hotel and Golf Club, for a one off feast of all things fashion and beauty. The event will take place from 11am until 5pm and promises to thrill both bargain hunters and designer devotees alike with over 30 shops trading on the day.

Bazaar organiser, Scott Watson, explains what we can expect to find on the day: "We have brought together an exciting mix of exhibitors who will be showcasing their new Autumn/Winter collections which can not be found on the High St. These include vintage chic so you can get the Mad Man look all the way through to high end evening wear from Coutureonline.ie. Best of all you can try and buy on the day at the pop up boutiques. There will also be a fantastic selection of shoes, bags, scarves, jewellery, silk underwear and much more for sale.

"Our hair and make up experts will be giving free demonstrations to show ladies how easy it is to achieve this season's hotest beauty looks. There will also be lots of bargains and special offers available during the day as well yummy Belgium chocolates and sugared cakes to tempt even the strongest will powers. And if that was not enough to wet people's appetites for the Grand Fashion Bazaar we have a free glass of Fizz for everyone on arrival."

Entry is 3.50 euro on the door, so please join us for a fun day for all fashion lovers. For more information on the event contact Scott on 085 2828 420."

We'll be there - will you?

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