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Happy Christmas Girls

by Lisa McGowan

Happy Christmas Girls,

I cannot believe I am actually writing this because I genuinely cannot believe another Christmas is just upon us. We are the lucky ones who get to be here to celebrate it. I am always very aware that there are many of you out there who may have lost a family member this year or who have family abroad this time of year and may be lonely. Those of you following me for a long time will know that I find Christmas difficult but as I get older I am getting a little better and trying to live more in the moment. I am blessed that I still have my Mam & Dad with me. We will celebrate in my brother’s house which is great. My brother and sister inlaw are great cooks and they have the kids in the house which certainly adds to the atmosphere. I was supposed to be the hostess with the mostest this year but unfortunately my new house won’t be ready. At least it gives me a year to make a plan. Cooking is not my forte as you all know but I am going to knock Christmas 2025 out of the park girls lol.. watch this space! I also know that I have quite a few followers in America and I hope you all had a lovely Thanksgiving weekend and indeed all the Americans in Ireland who follow my page. I have all my decorations up. Daraghs Birthday is November 17th so I have a tradition of popping them up on his birthday every year. I really love the Christmas Tree, like love it. It just brings the atmosphere to it all and gives me really good relaxed vibes. I always think the Christmas holidays really are the best holidays of the year. The Email stops as the offices are all closed so it really allows me to relax and unwind. I am not worried about work and schedules and I really get proper sleep as my brain totally relaxes. I know lots of people feel the same about this break. The fire, chocolate, pj’s and the television job done. The simple things in life are always the best. I have a busy 19 days ahead now also. I stop working on the 19th. With An Post deliveries that is the cut off date. I will be flat to the mat until then and as I said then from the evening of the 19th relaxation begins. Chris and I have two nights away booked so I am looking forward to that.

Cosmetics are also flying out the door girls. Yesterday was a huge day for us. Our Face Luxe Trio and our Lip Luxe Trio launched. The lip oils did not last long. I am actually overwhelmed at how fast they went. They sold out in under five hours girls. We are already working on a restock because I know some of you were so disappointed. The Liquid Luxe would you believe we are down to the last few also. They really are  beautiful blush, contour and highlight. Girls, you know me, I like fuss free make up that I can apply quickly. I can’t be without these now and I know you will all be the same. CLICK HERE TO BUY. I just want to say thanks again for the trust you put in both me and my products.

Our final cosmetic launch of the year will be the Duo Blender Set  and the Everyday Eyes (Estimated launch date 16th December). I find myself reaching more and more for a blender sponge when it comes to my face routine. I love to apply Skin Luxe with my fingers but then I take my blender to blend out into my hairline and along the jawline. I use it for concealer and liquid contour too. I like applying my blush with my blush brush but then blending out with a sponge, especially if I go too heavy handed with my blush lol. These are premium quality at an affordable price of €22 for this stunning duo gift set. We’ve added a clear holder with air holes so you can store your blender because they tend to lie in your make up bag and get dirty.

And last but not least! Everyday Eyes

It couldn’t get easier than this girls – 5 shades; 1 stunning shimmery highlight shade and 4 matte shades. This palette is perfect for creating both subtle daytime looks and stunning evening glamour. Each silky, blendable shade delivers rich colour payoff, making it your go-to essential in your makeup bag. It’s so compact and will be your best friend for travelling as well.

Well let me tell you November was one whirlwind for me. It is always the busiest month of the year for me. I am delighted that I got through it and that it was so successful. Lisa & Co. fashion had a huge month. The 100% wool coats literally flew out the door. They were gone in twenty minutes and the puffers were not too far behind them. It is so hard to figure out exactly what numbers to order. I remember a large retailer saying to me it is not an exact science and that you will never get it 100% accurate. I try to get it correct but it just varies so much. I am popping up a pre order link in the next few days for the Puffer Coats. They will be delivered to us mid January but at least I will know exactly how many to order if I do it this way. Watch out for a newsletter this week girls. It won’t be a very early newsletter so don’t worry. I will keep the preorder link open for 48 hours and then place the orders once I know how many I need. Hopefully this way I can accommodate you all. The sequin collection was also a huge success and I love to see the photos that I am receiving from you all looking all glammed up. Sequins are not just for Christmas anymore and a great look now in the Summer also. Who doesn’t love to sparkle lol. The herringbone blazers were also gone in no time. I will have a restock in February, I have them ordered. I also have a fabulous ivory coloured blazer coming.

We have the big launch at the end of January. After three years girls, the leggings are landing. Those of you on the page a long time will know how long this has taken me literally forever. Leggings we all wear but it is super hard to get them completely right. I do feel I have managed to do it now. They have the right amount of compression across the tummy and legs. They stay up and don’t slip when you are in the gym. I love the colour as well. They are not shiny. They are a lovely matt black. I have a super black zip jacket launching as well which looks great with the leggings. I am really excited to launch the leggings girls. I will update you all in January on launch dates etc. We are doing the sports wear shoot later this month also. I am not going to be in this shoot but I am directing it.

We also launched our new website in November. I am delighted that for the coat and puffer launch we had not one crash which made my day. The old site was just not able for the traffic so I am delighted to have it up and running. I love the graphics and how user friendly it also is. I just want to make the shopping experience as smooth as I can. Fingers crossed now we have that nailed. I am the only person that would launch a brand new website in the busiest month of the year lol… like it wasn’t crazy enough to throw the old website in lol.

I am heading over to London for a few days later in the month with the girls. I just love London and I can only imagine the buzz with the Christmas lights. We are heading over for two nights. It will be a working holiday as I still have lots to do but we can work around it. I am excited for it now. Time with the girls is just good for the soul. Laughs and fun will be had, that is a guarantee.

Those of you who are long time followers will know that I work with a charity every Christmas. This year I have chosen the Make A Wish Foundation. Make A Wish grants the wishes of critically ill children across Ireland. Where possible, they invite the immediate family to share in the wish, to experience moments of joy with memories to last a lifetime. To date they have granted over 3,300 wishes and like every charity need all the funding that they can get. What they do is just so special and as I said the memories stay with the  family for a lifetime. I will be doing stories on this over the month and will share all with you but HERE is the link in the meantime if you wish to donate.

Finally, as this is my last newsletter of 2024 I want to say a very big thank you. I have had a super year and none of this would ever be possible were it not for the support I receive from you all. You make me laugh every day, sometimes cry but I love what I do and am so super lucky to be supported by such an incredible group of followers. I say it all the time but I so appreciate it girls and will never take it for granted. Have a super Christmas and New Year and I look forward to chatting with you all throughout 2025 .

Lots of love,

Lisa x

What’s New for December?

Pamela Scott

Well I certainly have the perfect Christmas dress to share with you on my newsletter this month. How fabulous is it girls? I have had a super year working together with Richard and Louise. I say it all the time but it is wonderful to work with Irish companies and for me to be able to help build their profile online. Pamela Scott has been around as long as I can remember and I look forward to working with them throughout 2025.
 
 
Nina’s Boutique
What a year we have had together. Between our live fashion shows and our monthly collabs we have been very busy bees. I love working with Helen and her Team in Nina’s in Trim. I have some very exciting newness coming in the New Year with Helen so watch this space.
 
 
Murphy’s Shoes
Well a month would not be a month without Rachel from Murphy’s. Would you believe for five years since I started my website I have worked with Rach every month and actually a few years even before the website. She brings the craic and the fun both socially and workwise. I actually couldn’t imagine not working with Rach. Here is to a great 2025!
 
 
Gym+Coffee
It certainly is the time of year to bundle up in the heavy fleece and feel all cosy and warm. I was chatting to Diarmuid and he told me how much my followers are loving the clothing from his brand over the last three months. You know me I will only wear what I like and I love the Gym + Coffee gear. Looking forward to a super 2025 Diarmuid.
I really hope you enjoy the fashion and style that I have chosen for December 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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Happy Christmas Girls

by Lisa McGowan time to read: 15 min