The Irish summer weather is unpredictable and a dressy summer coat is sometimes needed to cover up for a day out at the races or for a fancy occasion.

This Myleene Lace Trench Coat (€119) from Littlewoods.ie is part of Myleene’s summer collection for Littlewoods, and offers traditional tailoring with some added femininity in the form of its ladylike lace finishing. A classic trench coat will never go out of style either.

This competition is now closed and a winner has been notified.

Competition

To celebrate Littlewoods Ireland’s Ladies’ Days series,  we’ve got a black Myleene Lace Trench Coat up for grabs for one WhatSheWears.ie reader! It’s a size 10 but we know that the sizing for this coat is generous so it will really fit a size 12.

To enter, leave a comment below.

The Littlewoods Ireland’s Ladies’ Days series takes place in horse racing courses around the country throughout the summer. With a host of top celebrity judges including TV personalities Sinead Desmond, Maura Derrane and Síle Seioge and face of Littlewoods Ireland Caroline Morahan, there will be great racing days out and a €1,500 shopping spree up for grabs for a lucky winner.

The Rules

Leave a comment below. You must be signed up to our newsletter to be eligible (simply enter your email in the box on the right hand side of this page); a WhatSheWears fan on Facebook, a resident of Ireland; one comment per person; no cash alternative is possible and the competition will close at 12pm on Thursday 13th June , when we will pick the winner at random. The winner will be emailed and announced in our next newsletter.

New to Irish shores are the fashion forward FRENDS headphones, designed with trendy women like you in mind.  The headphones combine the craftsmanship of vintage jewellery with tomorrow’s technology to ensure that the pieces are not only beautiful, but functional too.

We particularly love the Layla headphones (pictured are the white and rose gold style) which are made of metal and leather and come in three colourways; white/gold, white/rose gold and black/silver.

Frends Headphones cost from €99 – €199 and are available to buy at Arnotts. See wearefrends.com for more details.

Competition

This week, the lovely people at Arnotts have given us a set of Layla headphones to give away to one lucky WhatSheWears.ie reader.

To be in with a chance to win, simply leave a comment below.

The Rules

Leave a comment below. You must be signed up to our newsletter to be eligible (simply enter your email in the box on the right hand side of this page); a WhatSheWears fan on Facebook, a resident of Ireland; one comment per person; no cash alternative is possible and the competition will close at 12pm on Thursday 6th June , when we will pick the winner at random. The winner will be emailed and announced in our next newsletter.

Fancy a night filled with expert beauty advice, unlimited treatments while taking a peak at this summer hottest catwalk trends? For just €20, you can pack in facials, peel back the years make-up tutorials, mini-massages, nail treatments, eyebrow threading, hair consultations, and style tips on clothes that suit your body shape.

Hook up with your friends and have a “Fashion Fling” in aid of Self Help Africa. The event will be hosted by TV3 Xpose’s Karen Koster on Thursday May 16th at the Radisson Blu Hotel, Golden Lane, Dublin 8.  There will also be light refreshments served and entertainment for guests. Doors open at 7.00pm.

Fair City Actress Ciara O’Callaghan heads up the fashion commentary while Karen interviews top dermatologists and beauty therapists on the latest procedures guaranteed to get you ready for summer.

These treatments will be generously provided by Therapie Clinic, Sensei Thai Massage, and Zenergy Health & Beauty Salon, among others. Top stylist Courtney Smith will also be on hand to help you organise that spring summer wardrobe.

Tickets are now on sale through the Self Help Africa Facebook event page or  www.selfhelpafrica.org

Competition

This week we have teamed up with this most worthy of causes to give away two pairs of tickets to two lucky WhatSheWears.ie readers!

All you have to do is sign up to answer the question below.

Name any 3 countries that Self Help Africa works in to eradicate poverty. Hint: Go to www.selfhelpafrica.org to find out the answer!

The Rules

Leave a comment below. You must be signed up to our newsletter to be eligible (simply enter your email in the box on the right hand side of this page); a WhatSheWears fan on Facebook, a resident of Ireland; one comment per person; no cash alternative is possible and the competition will close at 12pm on Thursday 2nd May, when we will pick the winners at random. The winners will be emailed and announced in our newsletter.

To add a stylish look to your spring and summer outfits this year, how about a nice pair of designer shades?

SmartBuyGlasses Ireland already thought of it – they are again partnering with us to give you the chance to win this goregeous pair of Ray Ban Emma Sunglasses, a glamorous model that will dress up any of your outfits!

To get a chance to win this pair of Ray Ban Emma sunnies, all you need to do is:

–    Like SmartBuyGlasses Facebook Page

–    leave a comment below

The Rules

The competition closes at midday on the 25th of April 2013. Winner will be selected at random.  The prize, a pair of Ray Ban Emma Sunglasses, is non-exchangeable and non-refundable. Prize cannot be redeemed for cash. You can only enter once to be eligible for a prize. Winners will be first notified via email by a SmartBuyGlasses representative before being announced on WhatSheWears.ie newsletter. Competition is open internationally, not just to Irish entrants!

SmartBuyGlasses is a leading international eyewear online store, with operations based in Hong Kong, Germany, Italy and US. We provide over 150 brands and 70000 products at discount prices all year round, to make sure our customers get their favourite pair of sunglasses and eyeglasses anytime at a better price. SmartBuyGlasses is also involved in charity work with our Buy One Give One Charity Program and have donated over $1,000,000 (€740,000) worth of eyeglasses to date to people in need in Asia and Africa. To find out more, visit our Buy One Give One Charity Program Page.

The minute Mayo woman Lisa Lundy returned from finishing a Masters in Fashion in Edinburgh to set up The Button & Bow Factory, we knew she was on to a good thing.

The self confessed shopaholic and jewellery designer set up an online shop which houses vintage inspired bags and funky accessories which are shipped worldwide to discerning shoppers who love a bit of fun, quirky and kitsch in their life.

Peruse animal print satchels, accessorise with spike or neon bracelets and get your hands on eye catching iPhone cases – sneak a peek  at thebuttonandbowfactory.com and www.facebook.com/thebuttonandbowfactory

To celebrate this shopping discovering The Button & Bow Factory have teamed up with WhatSheWears.ie to offer 3 lucky readers the following prizes:

A Leopard Print Satchel

Black Mustache Watch

Gold Mustache Watch

To enter, leave a comment below.

The Rules

Leave a comment below. You must be signed up to our newsletter to be eligible (simply enter your email in the box on the right hand side of this page); a WhatSheWears fan on Facebook, a resident of Ireland; one comment per person; no cash alternative is possible and the competition will close at 12pm on Thursday 21 March, when we will pick a winner at random. The winner will be emailed and announced in our newsletter.

Pictured: Mother’s Day card from Marks and Spencer, €3.75

Mother’s Day is this weekend and sometimes it’s hard to know what to get that special lady in your life.

Luckily for you, WhatSheWears.ie and Marks & Spencer are here to help by giving you the chance to win a €100 M&S gift card to be spent in any of our 21 stores across Ireland.

Mums are always so busy looking after everyone else, so why not let your mum have a day of pampering and relaxation and treat her to something special this Mother’s Day, compliments of Marks & Spencer, where you can find a host of greeting cards and Mother’s Day Gift ideas for all budgets.

To be in with a chance to win, simply answer the following question:

Q. On which day does Mother’s Day fall?

a)   Friday

b)   Saturday

c)   Sunday

The Rules

Leave a comment below. You must be signed up to our newsletter to be eligible (simply enter your email in the box on the right hand side of this page); a WhatSheWears fan on Facebook, a resident of Ireland; one comment per person; no cash alternative is possible and the competition will close at 12pm on Thursday 14 March, when we will pick a winner at random. The winner will be emailed and announced in our newsletter.

Finding good makeup that stays in place and looks good without changing consistency or coverage can be a case of trial and error and with so many on the market it’s hard to know which one to choose.

Irish makeup artist Ken Boylan tried many but never found what he was looking for, so he came up with his own make-up collection, Ken Boylan MakeUp/Play.

The result is a high quality, affordable range of makeup and brushes, which aim to help women to find the right product for their colouring and skin type. Best sellers are primers that are soft and satin, liquid foundation that is comfortable and light, a colour pot cream blusher and intense lash mascara and lipsticks galore.

We’ve tried and tested the high definition foundation (think Giorgio Armani Luminous Silk, except at a better price point – €30!) and the lipstick in de Havilland shade, which is a wonderful, matte lippie that is flattering for daytime and lavished in Vitamin E.

Ken Boylan MakeUp/Play is available at DocMorris Donnybrook, DocMorris Omni Centre and DocMorris Mullingar and the Ken Boylan store at 22 Drury St, Dublin 2. kenboylan.com. Tel 01 679 60 60. Makeup application with lashes is €45.

Competition

To celebrate this delightful discovery, we’ve teamed up with Ken to offer one lucky reader and a friend a makeover and pedicure at Ken Boylan’s store on Drury Street. There, you will both be treated to a makeup application using MakeUp/Play products and a Jessica manicure each. What a perfect way to celebrate Mother’s Day or a day out with a girlfriend!

To enter, simply name the MakeUp/Play product you’d most like to try (you can read all about them on kenboylan.com ) in the comments below.

The Rules

Leave a comment below. You must be signed up to our newsletter to be eligible (simply enter your email in the box on the right hand side of this page); a WhatSheWears fan on Facebook, a resident of Ireland; one comment per person; no cash alternative is possible and the competition will close at 12pm on Thursday 7 March, when we will pick a winner at random. The winner will be emailed and announced in our newsletter.

This competition is now closed. The winner is Grainne Gillespie.

To celebrate the launch of the Lennon Courtney Collection in Arnotts, we are delighted to give one lucky WhatSheWears.ie reader the chance to win a covetable detachable collar from the collection.

A great way to add a stylish edge to any outfit, the Lennon Courtney collection is distinctive yet understated and Irish designed. Built on their strong philosophy of developing a style prescription based on an analysis of body shape and lifestyle needs, each seasonal offering will include wardrobe basics and accent pieces.

How to wear it? Sonya Lennon recommends wearing it with a high neckline and you are good to go!

For your chance to win, simply leave a comment below.

The Rules

Leave a comment below. You must be signed up to our newsletter to be eligible (simply enter your email in the box on the right hand side of this page); a WhatSheWears fan on Facebook, a resident of Ireland; one comment per person; no cash alternative is possible and the competition will close at 12pm on Thursday 28 February, when we will pick a winner at random. The winner will be emailed and announced in our newsletter.

This competition is now closed. The winner is R. Bowles!

Celebrate Valentine’s Day by treating your loved one to a memorable gift from Marks & Spencer. With a loving selection of treats, gifts and a delectable Gourmet Dine In meal deal, you’ll find that special something to warm your partner’s heart this Valentine’s Day at M&S.

We’re making it even easier for you to treat that special person in your life with the chance to win a €100 gift card. WhatSheWears readers are being given the opportunity to win a €100 M&S gift card which is up for grabs as this week’s Gift Bag.

The Rules

Leave a comment below. You must be signed up to our newsletter to be eligible (simply enter your email in the box on the right hand side of this page); a WhatSheWears fan on Facebook, a resident of Ireland; one comment per person; no cash alternative is possible and the competition will close at 12pm on Tuesday 19 February 2012, when we will pick a winner at random. The winner will be emailed and announced in our newsletter.

WhatSheWears loves nothing more than to celebrate a new venture, especially when it’s one focused on all things glam!

Enter Empower Studio on Dublin’s South William Street, the latest artistic endeavour to land in what has been dubbed Dublin’s Creative Quarter.

To celebrate the official opening of the studio to the public, Artistic Director and celebrity make-up artist Aisling Powell is giving WhatSheWears readers the chance to win a very coveted set of High Definition (HD) brows valued at €70!

HD brows are the latest must-have beauty essential, with celebrities such as The Saturdays swearing by the seven step procedure – involving eyebrow tinting, waxing and threading in one hour-long consultation – that is used to create the ultimate in High Definition brows.

Based above Project 51 – the design collective housing our most sterling Irish designers – Empower Studio gives every woman the chance to indulge herself in all things high-fashion beauty.

For living, breathing examples of the wonder of HD brows, check out Empower Studio’s Facebook page or pop along to their inaugural Open Day this coming Saturday, 2 February, where there will be HD brow demos as well as a glass of bubbly for attendees and workshops on GHD curls and how to create the perfect red lip.

Empower Studio, above Project 51, South William Street, Dublin 2. Tel 01 443 4820 www.empowerstudio.ie

To enter, simply leave a comment below.

The Rules

Leave a comment below. You must be signed up to our newsletter to be eligible (simply enter your email in the box on the right hand side of this page); a WhatSheWears fan on Facebook, a resident of Ireland; one comment per person; no cash alternative is possible and the competition will close at 12pm on Thursday 7 February 2012, when we will pick a winner at random.  The winner will be emailed and announced in our newsletter on 8 February.