Desire Lines: Pippa's new tan, refillable perfume, and M&S's new summer collection
The tan
It's hard to believe, but Pippa O'Connor Ormond's POCO beauty only launched in late 2023. The brand launched with its multi-purpose serum/primer, Universal Glow Treatment. It's become such an iconic product, many now simply refer to it as UGT. When you've got an acronym, you know you're winning...
The brand has just entered the tanning market with a collection of skincare-infused tanning mousses, €28, bolstered with hyaluronic acid and niacinamide and a gradual tanner, €25. The mousses are available in two shades, Deep Honey (10% DHA) and Classic Honey (8% DHA). Quick-drying, it delivers an even, streak-free tan with great staying power. We're in love.
pocobeauty.com
The coffee
Nespresso's latest 2025 collection is out. A playful, retro colour pop, it's a nostalgic step back in time to summers past. Limited edition machines and accessories are soaked in soft yet vibrant tones. Try the new Pistachio Vanilla Over Ice — a coffee crafted to be enjoyed chilled.
Iced Coffee Capsules: from €6.50; Vertuo Pop Machines: from €99.
nespresso.com
The festival
Night and Day festival. Picture: Cián Flynn
With acts like José González, KT Tunstall and Lisa Hannigan confirmed for Roscommon's Night and Day festival, punters have plenty to look forward to on June 27-29.
And if it coincides with your period, you can rest easy in the knowledge that the festival has teamed up with The Period Fairies, who will provide free sanitary tampons and pads with two portaloos decked out with mirrors, fairy lights and wet wipes, to make the experience that little bit easier.
Weekend adult tickets €185 including camping tickets, with children's tickets costing €2. Day tickets are also on sale now; Friday, €55, Saturday and Sunday, €88 each.
nightandday.ie
The perfume
Zadig & Voltaire have launched a new fragrance, ZADIG, from €73 for 30ml
Zadig & Voltaire has just launched a delicious new eau de parfum for women. A floral, woody fragrance, the base blends sensual roasted vanilla and creamy sandalwood with top notes of orange blossom.
The striking wing-shaped bottle will stand out on any vanity. And, it's refillable! ZADIG, the fragrance, is available at select Brown Thomas stores, Arnotts Beauty Hall and from pharmacies nationwide, from €73 for 30ml.
zadig-et-voltaire.com
The garden aid
Nourish – The Caragh Nurseries Garden. Picture: Chris Bellew / Fennell Photography 2025
Fresh from their stunning Nourish showcase at Bloom with Leonie Cornelius, Caragh Nurseries has launched Garden Stories, a new concept bringing plants together in themed collections designed to grow over time. From The Sunshine Story to The Wild Wellbeing, each pack is ready to plant. Starting at €300, each pack includes a detailed planting guide.
caraghnurseries.ie
The top
Flower bandeau top, €78. Bikini bottoms, €20. Earrings, €26. Marks and Spencer
From crochet co-ords to shell-inspired jewellery, metallic sandals and delicate bow tops, there's lots to love in Marks and Spencer's new summer collection.
We have our eye on this striking flower bandeau top, €78. In stores now.
marksandspencer.com
The book
Anna Carey's latest book, Our Song, is the ultimate summer read.
A love story for the ages, it tells the story of Laura, a woman who used to have big dreams of a music career and gave up. Until her successful songwriting partner contacts her out of the blue to complete the song they never finished.
A beautiful read.
kennys.ie
Compiled by Vickie Maye, Nicole Glennon and Jillian Bolger, weekend@examiner.ie
Hashtags
Try Our AI Features
Explore what Daily8 AI can do for you:
Comments
No comments yet...
Related Articles
Irish Examiner
2 days ago
- Irish Examiner
Desire Lines: Pippa's new tan, refillable perfume, and M&S's new summer collection
The tan It's hard to believe, but Pippa O'Connor Ormond's POCO beauty only launched in late 2023. The brand launched with its multi-purpose serum/primer, Universal Glow Treatment. It's become such an iconic product, many now simply refer to it as UGT. When you've got an acronym, you know you're winning... The brand has just entered the tanning market with a collection of skincare-infused tanning mousses, €28, bolstered with hyaluronic acid and niacinamide and a gradual tanner, €25. The mousses are available in two shades, Deep Honey (10% DHA) and Classic Honey (8% DHA). Quick-drying, it delivers an even, streak-free tan with great staying power. We're in love. The coffee Nespresso's latest 2025 collection is out. A playful, retro colour pop, it's a nostalgic step back in time to summers past. Limited edition machines and accessories are soaked in soft yet vibrant tones. Try the new Pistachio Vanilla Over Ice — a coffee crafted to be enjoyed chilled. Iced Coffee Capsules: from €6.50; Vertuo Pop Machines: from €99. The festival Night and Day festival. Picture: Cián Flynn With acts like José González, KT Tunstall and Lisa Hannigan confirmed for Roscommon's Night and Day festival, punters have plenty to look forward to on June 27-29. And if it coincides with your period, you can rest easy in the knowledge that the festival has teamed up with The Period Fairies, who will provide free sanitary tampons and pads with two portaloos decked out with mirrors, fairy lights and wet wipes, to make the experience that little bit easier. Weekend adult tickets €185 including camping tickets, with children's tickets costing €2. Day tickets are also on sale now; Friday, €55, Saturday and Sunday, €88 each. The perfume Zadig & Voltaire have launched a new fragrance, ZADIG, from €73 for 30ml Zadig & Voltaire has just launched a delicious new eau de parfum for women. A floral, woody fragrance, the base blends sensual roasted vanilla and creamy sandalwood with top notes of orange blossom. The striking wing-shaped bottle will stand out on any vanity. And, it's refillable! ZADIG, the fragrance, is available at select Brown Thomas stores, Arnotts Beauty Hall and from pharmacies nationwide, from €73 for 30ml. The garden aid Nourish – The Caragh Nurseries Garden. Picture: Chris Bellew / Fennell Photography 2025 Fresh from their stunning Nourish showcase at Bloom with Leonie Cornelius, Caragh Nurseries has launched Garden Stories, a new concept bringing plants together in themed collections designed to grow over time. From The Sunshine Story to The Wild Wellbeing, each pack is ready to plant. Starting at €300, each pack includes a detailed planting guide. The top Flower bandeau top, €78. Bikini bottoms, €20. Earrings, €26. Marks and Spencer From crochet co-ords to shell-inspired jewellery, metallic sandals and delicate bow tops, there's lots to love in Marks and Spencer's new summer collection. We have our eye on this striking flower bandeau top, €78. In stores now. The book Anna Carey's latest book, Our Song, is the ultimate summer read. A love story for the ages, it tells the story of Laura, a woman who used to have big dreams of a music career and gave up. Until her successful songwriting partner contacts her out of the blue to complete the song they never finished. A beautiful read. Compiled by Vickie Maye, Nicole Glennon and Jillian Bolger, weekend@
The Irish Sun
01-06-2025
- The Irish Sun
‘Feels very elegant' cries Marks & Spencer fans over ‘flattering' summer dress – and it comes in two colours
IRISH shoppers are going wild for an 'elegant' midaxi dress in Marks and Spencer - and it boasts a 'flattering' fit. The Pure Cotton Halter Neck Midaxi Beach Dress has hit the shelves in stores across the country and is also available online. 4 A must-have summer dress has arrived in M&S 4 It's available in two colours The striking M&S designers said the dress is ideal for hot weather. They said: 'This pure cotton midaxi dress is a stylish choice for beach days. It's designed in a regular fit with a feminine halterneck that ties at the back. 'A cut-out on the bodice adds a flirty feel to the piece. M&S Collection: easy-to-wear wardrobe staples that combine classic and contemporary READ MORE ON FASHION Shoppers can choose from a hot tomato red or a classic black. Retailing at €54, the dress ranges in sizes 6 to 18. Size 6 and 8 are sold out in red and size 8 is sold out in black. MOST READ IN THE IRISH SUN The retailer styled the dress with flat sandals and a straw bucket bag. Shoppers took to the reviews to rate the summer dress. Shoppers run for summer's 'wow factor' denim jacket in M&S, it's set to go viral One person said: 'Love this dress, it looks so good on, enough style and fantastic look.' Another said: 'Beautiful and flattering, bought in red too. 'True to size. 5f 2 bought the 12. Not just to wear on the beach, I'd wear out on holiday in the evening too.' One fan shared: 'Beautiful dress. Fits to true size, can't wait for the warmer weather to come.' Another said: 'Absolutely gorgeous, so flattering but so comfortable too! Cant wait to wear this abroad.' While another added: 'Love the fit. Feels very elegant. Light cotton material perfect for summer days and nights.' Meanwhile, shoppers are in a frenzy over new wide leg The Colour Block Wide Leg Trousers have landed in stores across the country and are also available online. The wide-leg trousers have a thick stripe down the side and a small slit on the leg. Dunnes Stores chiefs said the pants have an elasticated waist for comfort. They said: 'These wide-leg trousers are designed for everyday wear. 4 Shoppers said the dress is 'absolutely gorgeous' 4 It's available online and in stores Credit: Getty HISTORY OF MARKS & SPENCER WHEN Michael Marks, an immigrant from the north of England, was able to obtain a stall in Leeds' Kirkgate Market in 1884, M&S was born. He used the catchphrase "Don't ask the price, it's a 'penny'" to build his career after arriving with little money and minimal command of English. His little booth selling basic home goods was rapidly booming because of this simple idea and his diligent work. Michael teamed up with Dewhirst wholesalers' cashier Tom Spencer to help his expanding firm. This collaboration gave rise to "Marks & Spencer" and its initial Penny Bazaar locations, which helped the company take shape as we know it today. More than 15,000 purchases were made on the first day of trading.
Irish Independent
30-05-2025
- Irish Independent
Award winning Leitrim garden designer takes gold medal for unique entry at Bord Bia Bloom
Leonie Cornelius, an award-winning garden designer based in North Leitrim, has been honoured with a gold medal at the 2025 Bord Bia Bloom Festival in Dublin for her medium garden titled Nourish – The Caragh Nurseries Garden. This is her sixth show garden for Bord Bia Bloom. Leonie has won numerous medals and awards at Bord Bia Bloom, including a gold medal for last year's Óir, the Zarbee's Garden. Her entry this year is a collaboration with Caragh Nurseries and the courtyard-style garden blends architecture with wild nature to reconnect us with ourselves and the rhythms of the natural world. Drawing inspiration from Mediterranean living and ancient herbal traditions, Nourish features a sensory apothecary room surrounded by climate-resilient, edible, and ornamental planting. The garden invites visitors to slow down, restore, and rediscover pleasure in nature. With a focus on sustainable design and emotional nourishment, this immersive space is a powerful response to the demands of modern life. Showcasing bespoke elements from Caragh Nurseries and its outdoor brand, Finn & Elder, Nourish is both a visual and visceral experience – an inspiring blueprint for living in harmony, grounded in nature. Leonie Cornelius is an award-winning garden designer, interior architect, and bestselling author whose work explores the deep connection between nature, design, and wellbeing. Inspired by her childhood in Germany and time spent living on a Greek island and in the south of France, she blends Mediterranean influences with Irish landscapes to create soulful, sensory-rich gardens. Her designs celebrate slow living, seasonal rituals, and emotional restoration. Through her Nourish garden, Leonie invites visitors to reconnect – with themselves, each other, and the wild rhythms of the natural world. After Bloom, Nourish garden's plants will be relocated to Caragh Nurseries' wellbeing garden after the festival, ensuring their continued growth and contribution to a nurturing environment. Caragh Nurseries in County Kildare spans over 60 acres, offering exceptional trees, plants, and bespoke garden design, alongside exclusive pots, lighting, and furniture – creating complete, beautifully tailored outdoor spaces.
