Our Irish History Blog

Our blog explores the history of Irish culture and the Irish language through the stories woven into each design, from ancient sayings to modern revivals. Expect brief reads on origins, meanings, and the people behind the words that inspire our apparel. Settle in with a cuppa and read the posts below.

The History of Irish Proverbs

Irish Proverbs: Exploring Is Minic an Béal a Bhriseann an Srón

|Harvey Fitzgibbon
Grounded in Ireland’s sharp, witty seanfhocail tradition, “Is minic an béal a bhriseann an srón” (“Often a person’s mouth breaks their nose”) warns that careless words can invite real-world consequences....