JOIN OUR NEW THE GLOSS X GOODBODY INVESTMENT CLUB / FASTING FOR GOOD HEALTH / BEST BOOKS, WINE & WEEKENDS AWAY MAGAZINE OCTOBER 2021 with THE IRISH TIMES FASHIONS FINISHING TOUCHES ww w.t heg los s.ie +Why Small BagsAre A Big Thing JOIN OUR NEW THE GLOSS X GOODBODY INVESTMENT CLUB / FASTING FOR GOOD HEALTH / BEST BOOKS, WINE & WEEKENDS AWAY MAGAZINE OCTOBER 2021 with THE IRISH TIMES FASHIONS FINISHING TOUCHES ww w.t heg los s.ie +Why Small BagsAre A Big Thing CONTENTS IN THIS ISSUE þî FASHIONS FINISHING TOUCHES THE GLOSS MONTHLY REMINDER SIGN UP to receive a monthly reminder by email when THE GLOSS is out so that you never miss an issue. Simply register your details on WWW.THEGLOSS.IE. The accessories and coats that make an outfit this season PU B LI PEOPLE PLACES THINGS MONSOON AW21 WRAP UP: In the Inis Collection of Aran-knit throws in sea-green, ecru and soft grey; www.beowellness.ie. BOOK: Dinner in The Morrison Room at Carton House; www. cartonhouse.com. N avigating a workwear wardrobe after months Zooming in a blouse and tracksuit bot PEOPLE PLACES THINGS 1 Spot The Trend 2 Black and white is always alright, says Aislinn Coffey BALMAIN 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 GET GRAPHIC Theres something dramatic about black and white, whether vertical stripes, geometric shapes or abstract prints, in particular if worn in broad daylight. 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