Jean Byrne vs Siobhan Ryan

Jean Byrne was sporting one of her old reliables on Thursday, her mid-brown polka-dot velvet jacket. It suits her nicely, but it's not very exciting any more. I would like to see new clothes on her - perhaps some nice autumn colours - dark orange I'd say would look well on her. I wonder how Met Eireann's wardrobe budget is allocated? Now that they have a new weather girl, Siobhan Ryan, does that mean that each of them is getting a smaller budget? Or is the allowance decided based on the number of TV appearances per year?

Siobhan Ryan chose a fairly conservative outfit for Friday night, a Chanel-look skirt and top that will please the older audiences.

Tonight on the other hand, she went for a sharp modern line, with a zippered grey dress. I find the sleeve detail a bit fussy, however. Maybe not as adventurous as some of Jean's dresses, and certainly less controversial than her silver Christmas dress, but I'm looking forward to seeing what Siobhan's wardrobe will reveal over the coming months.