What's hot and what's not
WHAT’S HOT
Secret weddingsHeavily pregnant singer Adele reportedly tied the knot recently without any publicity or interference from pesky paparazzi, showing other celebs that it can actually be done
Owls, foxes, blooming miceAll on high fashion women's sweaters for autumn. Only for the very slim. And the very tall
The ParalympicsSo fantastic
Animal BarsOnly 30 cent and a decent chocolate fix
Belfast's Jim Larkin statueSporting a funky balaclava in support of Russian protestors, Pussy Riot. Yes, it is what he would have wanted
Mature studentsWe salute you. If you're heading for third level, or for the Leaving Cert, and you are over 21, don't worry, you'll be more than grand. In fact, they're lucky to have you
The all-day heelWorkwear is in for autumn, and it includes footwear you can walk in. Strange but true
The DocklandsA borough blossomed during the Tall Ships festival.
Wardrobe clearoutsOr more importantly, the good stuff you rediscover hiding under those fashion disasters. Like shopping – for free
WHAT’S NOT
Wine, maroonCall it what you like, it's a horrible colour and deeply fashionable this season
Naomi Wolf and her love lifeToo much information, thank you
The Burlo's new price tagFrom €288m to €65m in five short years. Maybe the Doyles will buy it back
Lost opportunitiesIt's very sad to reach middle age and realise that you have never played – or indeed heard of – strip billiards
No-showsAzealia Banks cancels Electric Picnic. Again
