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August Already?!

by Lisa McGowan

Hello hello,

We are just flying through the months girls. Can you actually believe it is August already? The Kids will be back in school in three weeks time and Autumn will be upon us before we know where we are. We haven’t had the best weather this Summer that is for sure. I barely got a chance to put the cushions out at all. I could actually count on one hand how many times we have sat in the garden this year. A washout for sure but fingers crossed that August will be a better month. I am manifesting it here now that a sunny August will arrive for us all. You can almost put money on September sun as the schools are back open and the holiday season ends.

I cannot complain however as I have been away and felt the sun on my bones. Those of you following will know that Daragh and I had a lovely trip to Portugal which we both really enjoyed. It was pure bliss and great for the two of us, sure we had a great laugh altogether. The cocktail making class was pure craic and we enjoyed it so much. It was our second time staying in this resort and I would go back again in a heartbeat. Linda and I had booked Andrea Bocelli in Tuscany last November. We bought them as a Christmas present for the lads. When we booked it, it genuinely seemed so far away but it came upon us very quickly. The flight going over was packed with people going to the concert. It was his 30th anniversary tour in his hometown in Tuscany. It was up in the hills in the middle of nowhere and I mean the middle of nowhere in the Tuscan hills. 10,000 people in an amphitheatre is surreal really. We arrived a little early as we were not sure how long it would take us to get there. Well let me tell you it was like a live fashion show. I had a great time watching the style before the concert began. I thoroughly enjoyed that lol. The man himself was off the charts girls, no words really. It really was a once in a lifetime experience to sit there and listen and take it all in. Not sure what we will buy next year. It will be hard to top that one. Thinking caps on, it won’t be long creeping up on us. I am taking Linda & Chelsea away for a few days in early August just to say thank you to them both. They do so much for me and are always there for me. We are going for three days and it will be nice to get away with them for the few days. We always have great fun so I am looking forward to it. Once September comes it gets super busy so long long days for the last quarter of the year. That is all brilliant though and I am so grateful. As you all know I am heading over to Nadine & Peter on my annual trip to Boston. That is just like home from home and I can work away when I am over there. That’s what makes my job so great as well. I feel so lucky that I can work from anywhere and can literally take it with me.

What a month July was. So much happened I am not so sure where to start. Well, Skin Silk… What can I actually say that hasn’t already been said. I knew it was a great product and I truly believed in it however all your opinions have totally cemented this for me. I am so happy because I know how difficult it is to get makeup that suits and that doesn’t sit in the fine lines. I knew it would be a hero product and that it certainly has become. My preorder link is still live with delivery from December 10th. Click here to pre order now.

The feedback on the linen dresses has been fabulous and sure the denim jackets didn’t last gig time. I should have ordered double the quantities but sure you never really know like. White t-shirts are all gone again and will be back in the Spring. Tomorrow is a big day launching my very first trouser collection. I love them! They are a super flattering shape for all body types and can be dressed up or dressed down. Be sure to size down in them girls as they are a relaxed fit for sure. They are an in-stock item so will be with you all next week. I have so much launching this year. We eventually finished the sports collection. The leggings I can safely say are the nicest leggings that I have ever worn. Perfect amount of compression, the perfect colour and the perfect length. We have a sports vest and a zip up jacket launching so a complete bundle. I have you totally covered lol. Quarter zips will be arriving at the end of September and more jumpers arriving. Our fleeces will also arrive in October with all the gear to keep us warm for Winter. Coats and sparkles will follow in early November. It is all go but sure I love it and wouldn’t have it any other way to be honest with you.

The house is progressing but we are experiencing a few delays now. These things happen all the time with buildings but I was a little gutted, I won’t lie. On a positive note the windows are all in now and we have just started the first fix on the outside plastering. Arlene and I have pretty much made all the decisions on all things interior architecture and design. I can’t tell you how excited I am to move in. In ways it feels like it has gone on forever but in other ways it has flown by.

That is about all the news. I had loads of news this month to share and will have lots more I hope in August. Let’s manifest that sun now….

Thanks so much as always and chat soon,

Lisa xx

What’s New for August?

I am delighted to have Pamela Scott back as my feature boutique of the month. This month is a cracker girl’s. The newsletter jacket has such designer vibes. I am totally in love with it.. It is a real statement piece that can easily dress up a casual look. I say it month after month but I just love working with Pamela Scott. They always ask my opinion and what products do I think the followers would like to see. They just make it super easy for me. Thanks guys, it is so appreciated. We had a great meeting last week and got lots picked for the next few months.
Helen is with me again this month. I have some really exciting news coming from Nina’s but all will be revealed very very soon. Helen has a great eye for style and buys the most amazing pieces as well as designing for her own labels. She always brings that extra touch of class to the looks and yes I am a huge fan. All I can see is watch this space…
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Well no joke Rachel had to actually close the shop for a day and a half in July to get through the orders. The Another Trend went through the roof. Rachel said if she had double the stock she would have sold them. Such a cool cool brand and they are like gloves. Lots more excitement coming from Rachel between now and Christmas…

Another great month last month with Gym + Coffee. It is super to have such a successful Irish brand here on the site with me. This month we have chosen a few different pieces to show. The girls wear a lot of the shorts so I am going to show them wearing and I have chosen a really nice crew neck top. Have a fab piece coming for September as well.

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Delighted to have the Life & Sole brand back with us this month. I have picked out an amazing pair of sketchers. They are so so comfy the Sketchers. The ones I have picked are also a little edgy and almost funky. I think you will love them just as much as I do.

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I have Vaughan shoes back with me again this month. They were on the site with me back in the early Summer and I showed the birken stocks for them. They really have super brands and are offering me a great discount code for September. Keep an eye on my stories and watch this pace girls.

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I really hope you enjoy the fashion and style that I have chosen for August girls. I really try hard to keep it fresh and fun and put lots of time into getting it right. Looking forward to your feedback on it all.
 
Chat really soon,
Lisa xx
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August Already?!

by Lisa McGowan time to read: 27 min