Everything’s coming up roses …

We’re fantasising about long sunny days spent lounging, reading and thinking of nothing but what to eat next. If we could be anywhere, we would be sitting at a table in La Pineta, a small beachfront restaurant in Marinella di Selinunte, about 20 minutes from Castelvetrano in Sicily. If you get it just right, by the time you finish your meal, your feet will be warmed by the lapping water creeping up the beach. Divine. For all of your Glossy holiday inspiration, pick up THE GLOSS MAGAZINE May issue with The Irish Times on May 7.

This Month We’re …

ROAD TRIPPING: Louis Vuitton’s Flight Mode collection features chic and comfy washed denim utility-style dresses, jackets and cargo trousers. 

ACCESSORISING: Playful accessories are the simplest way to update your holiday looks. Just don’t wear them all to the airport – no one likes a slowcoach in the security line.

WATCHING: The Devil Wears Prada 2, in cinemas now. Meryl Streep, Anne Hathaway, Stanley Tucci and Emily Blunt return for the sequel, 20 years after the original film aired.

READING: Lena Dunham’s bracing new memoir Famesick (4th Estate), a frank, funny and fearless reflection on fame from the genius behind legendary TV show, Girls.

BOOKING: Oscar Wilde’s An Ideal Husband at the Gate Theatre, Dublin. Costumes by James McGlynn Seaver are inspired by Vivienne Westwood and John Galliano. @gatetheatredublin

GETTING CREATIVE: At an inspiring group workshop with contemporary artist Monica Jones at White Willow Studio, Co Cork. No experience necessary! @monicajonesart

CELEBRATING: A decade of the ‘Incognito’ secret art sale, on May 20, where postcard-size artwork costs €75. All funds raised support Jack and Jill Children’s Foundation. @incognitoartshow

STAYING: At The Hawthorn by Galway Bay, a new five-star hotel, with a thermal suite and outdoor baths overlooking Galway Bay, and exclusive Tata Harper treatments.

SEE MORE: Don’t Miss THE GLOSS May Issue!