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Irish Examiner
3 days ago
- Irish Examiner
Nine essential capsule wardrobe pieces to pack in your carry-on this summer
You've got a carry-on bag, a long weekend and a ticket to somewhere unspeakably hot. The mission: to locate the nearest cocktail upon arrival (how many pins did you drop on Google Maps?) before cracking on with the time-bound itinerary in your phone's Notes app. That means no time to change or faff about what to wear. Consider it holiday essentialism—only that which is necessary will make the cut. Here's how. First, consider fabrics. Sweaty and sticky is not the vibe. Look to cotton and linen for maximum breathability and avoid synthetics where humanly possible. Next, think in terms of one-and-done pieces like dresses or jumpsuits that save time and interchangeable separates that save space. Both deserve equal billing. Never Fully Dressed's latest collaboration with Lisbon-based creator Caetana is a go-to for gunás. Playful palm trees and shell prints, ruffles and hand-beading add an extra dimension and makes that 10-minute quickie change for dinner a breeze. While you're at it, bung in one of Zara's boho finds and let the embroidery do the talking. They don't call them conversational prints for nothing. Plus, the drama saves on unnecessary accessories. Why bring jewellery when utility pieces like a bright raffia bag or decorative hardware on sandals do overtime? Let's not forget our layering pieces like a tank top or a crisp cropped shirt. Worn together or separately, these pair especially well with high-waist Bermudas or a linen skirt. Try COS, Parfois and & Other Stories for high street staples in natural fibres. Now go pack. You've got a plane to catch. 'Pollenca' mini dress Cream And Red Pollenca Mini Dress, Never Fully Dressed, €185 NFD X Caetana, €185 Wide-leg Bermuda shorts Wide-leg Bermuda shorts, & Other Stories, €69 & Other Stories, €69 Knitted tank top Knitted tank top, & Other Stories, €59 & Other Stories, €59 Cropped short-sleeved cotton shirt Cropped short-sleeved cotton shirt, COS, €59 COS, €59 Sunglasses Sunglasses, H&M, €12.75 H&M, €12.75 100% linen skirt 100% linen skirt, Parfois, €55.99 Parfois, €55.99 Embroidered panel dress Embroidered panel dress, Zara, €45.95 Zara, €45.95 Leather sandals with metallic detail Leather sandals with metallic detail, Parfois, €45.99 Parfois, €45.99 Striped raffia bag Striped raffia bag, Parfois, €55.99 Parfois, €55.99 Read More Nine low-effort ways to wear soft stripes this summer
Yahoo
01-05-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
Lactalis to acquire Portuguese cheese maker Queijos Tavares
Lactalis is set to further deepen its presence in Portugal with the acquisition of local cheese maker Queijos Tavares. The France-headquartered dairy giant said it has bought the cow's, sheep and goat's cheese business from Lisbon-based private-equity firm Crest Capital Partners. Financial terms were not disclosed in a statement from Lactalis. Lactalis' latest deal in Portugal follows its acquisition of Sequeira & Sequeira in March last year. Founded in 1996, Queijos Tavares produces cheeses in the regions of Seia and Fundão in central Portugal. The company supplies products under the brands Seia do Tavares, Serras de Penela, Damar, and Monte da Soalheira. It supplies cheese to food distributors and the hospitality sector. Its range includes three products with Protected Designation of Origin (PDO) status. The deal includes the acquisition of Queijos Tavares' two production facilities located in Seia and Fundão. It will increase Lactalis' production sites in Portugal to four, including Sequeira & Sequeira, which was integrated in 2024, according to the statement. As part of the transaction, 120 employees will join Lactalis' operations in Portugal, bringing its total workforce in the country to approximately 820. The transaction is subject to approval by competition authorities. Crest Capital had not responded to Just Food's request to comment on the transaction at the time of writing, and why it had opted to sell the business. A family-owned group founded in 1933 in Laval, France, Lactalis operates across 50 countries with nearly 270 dairies and cheese dairies. In April, the group announced it exceeded €30bn ($34.1bn) in revenues last year for the first time. However, the company's net profit dropped 19% in 2024 to €359m due to an unquantified and unspecified tax settlement late in the year with the French authorities. Early in 2024, the privately-owned company reportedly came under investigation by the Parquet National Financier (PNF), or the National Financial Prosecutor's Office, for alleged tax fraud dating back to 2018. Nevertheless, revenue rose 2.8% to €30.3bn, but slowing from the 4.3% growth in 2023. Operating income increased 4.3%, although Lactalis did not provide an end figure, while net income dipped from €428m in the prior 12 months. Last year, the dairy giant said it invested over €1bn in its manufacturing network, including facility upgrades in France, Italy, the US and Australia. These upgrades included improvements at its Larceveau creamery for Ossau-Iraty cheese, and installation of new production and packaging lines at facilities in Certosa, Italy; Tulare, US; and Bendigo, Australia. Lactalis has also struck other recent M&A deals. Earlier this year, the group announced the purchase of Uruguay-based dairy company Granja Pocha. It has also expanded in the US as Lactalis acquired the Yoplait yogurt business in the country from food heavyweight General Mills in the back half of last year. In another transaction last year, Lactalis acquired Nestlé's Cremora creamers business in South Africa. "Lactalis to acquire Portuguese cheese maker Queijos Tavares" was originally created and published by Just Food, a GlobalData owned brand. The information on this site has been included in good faith for general informational purposes only. It is not intended to amount to advice on which you should rely, and we give no representation, warranty or guarantee, whether express or implied as to its accuracy or completeness. You must obtain professional or specialist advice before taking, or refraining from, any action on the basis of the content on our site. Sign in to access your portfolio
South China Morning Post
19-04-2025
- Entertainment
- South China Morning Post
Who is F1 star Pierre Gasly's girlfriend, Francisca ‘Kika' Gomes? The Portuguese model works with Carolina Herrera and Dyson, and goes to Wimbledon and the Cannes Film Festival with the Alpine driver
Formula One driver Pierre Gasly kicked off his 2025 campaign for the Alpine team in Melbourne in March, and supporting him was his stylish girlfriend Francisca Cerqueira Gomes – better known as 'Kika'. In the lead-up to the season-opening race, Gomes attended the annual Glamour on the Grid launch party on March 11 in a stunning yellow two-piece gown by Australian designer Toni Matičevski. Advertisement It's not the first time she's turned heads with her fashion choices either. Whether she's supporting Gasly in the Formula One paddock or attending high-profile events, Gomes' 'fits always hit. Fans started taking notice after she attended the 2023 Cannes Film Festival in a black cut-out dress held together with rope – a moment that was later recaptured on Netflix's Drive to Survive – and took to social media to rave about Gomes' look, sharing comments like 'What a queen' and 'Her dress [is] so beautiful'. So what else do we know about the fashionista? Where is Kika Gomes from? Kika Gomes was born on January 20, 2003 in Portugal. Her parents are Maria Vieira de Campos Cerqueira Gomes, a TV presenter, and Gonçalo Gomes, a motorsports racer and driver coach. She also has two younger half siblings. What does Kika Gomes do? Gomes is a model and influencer currently signed with Lisbon-based modelling agency Central Models. She's appeared on the covered of Portuguese magazines including Luxwoman and Cristina.
Bloomberg
07-04-2025
- Business
- Bloomberg
Novo Banco Says It's Continuing to Prepare for a Potential IPO
Novo Banco SA, a Portuguese lender that's majority-owned by Lone Star, said it's continuing to prepare for a possible initial public offering, with no exact timing set yet for a sale. The bank continues to carry out the necessary work in preparation for a potential IPO, with the actual timing depending on market conditions, as previously mentioned, a spokesman for Lisbon-based Novo Banco told Bloomberg News on Monday. Novo Banco is closely monitoring market developments to assess the most appropriate timing for any strategic option, he said.
Yahoo
31-03-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
Brilliant news for Man Utd as Fabrizio Romano confirms ‘unbelievable' star is available on discount
Brilliant news for Man Utd as Fabrizio Romano confirms 'unbelievable' star is available on discount Brilliant news for Man Utd as Fabrizio Romano confirms 'unbelievable' star is available on discount Fabrizio Romano confirms that what has been reported about Viktor Gyokeres and his pact with Sporting CP is indeed true. The 26-year-old emerged as one the deadliest strikers in Europe as he's been on a terrfying form since joining the Lisbon-based giants. This season, the Stockholm native has scored 42 goals in as many games, and also provided his teammates with 11 assists. Advertisement Therefore, the striker has been on the radar of almost every major club in Europe, and especially Manchester United, who are said to be keen to reunite him with Ruben Amorim. In the latest video update uploaded on his YouTube channel, Romano addressed the situation, beginning by confirming the Gentleman's agreement between the 'unbelievable' Gyokeres and Sporting CP. Fabrizio Romano reveals Viktor Gyokeres asking price (Getty Images) As the Italian journalist explained, the Sweden international had opportunities to leave last summer, as well as in January, but he had agreed to stay until the summer of 2025. In return, the Portuguese champions have given their word, vowing to let the free-scoring attacker go for a figure lower than his release clause. Advertisement The player's buyout clause is believed to be €80 million, while Sporting are willing to accept offers between €65m and €70m. While talking about a bargain with such figures would be far-fetched, they arguably represent a fair price considering the player's sensational form this season. However, Romano reveals that several competitors could give the Red Devils a run for their money. Moreover, it remains unclear whether INEOS would be able to splash these figures on a single player next summer. The transfer market insider believes we must wait until the end of the season to find out the transfer budget that will be allocated to Amorim before assessing the club's chances of landing the Swedish bomber. The budget could well hinge on the club's Champions League qualification, which in turn solely depends on winning the Europa League.
