Desire Lines: Women's health, afternoon tea and centre-stage dresses

Some of what we're loving this weekend

Laura Chambers has recently unveiled her autumn/winter collection.
Our standout? This 100% cashmere v neck maxi with slit detail.
The Sienna, available in a range of shades, from duck egg to burgundy, olive green and burnt orange, is the ultimate luxury purchase of the season. €1,100.

Two of Dublin’s most beloved brands have joined forces.
Boodles afternoon tea at The Westbury, served overlooking Dublin’s Grafton Street, is a delicious excuse to make a date with your gal pals and indulge.
Alongside the hotel’s selection of freshly prepared sandwiches and scones, you will enjoy five newly created miniature handmade desserts, each reflecting the delicate designs of Boodles’ glittering Raindance 25 collection.
From €75, or €98 if you add on a glass of Charles Heidsieck Brut Réserve NV. Available for a limited six-week run.

Endocrinologist Prof Mary Ryan and Oonagh O’Hagan (above, centre), pharmacist and director of Meagher’s Pharmacy, are launching a series of women’s health events.
‘Empower Her’ take places in Meath on October 5 and Limerick the following week.
Designed to educate women of all ages to understand and navigate their hormonal health, guest speakers will discuss heart, bone, pelvic and gut health, with nutrition, exercise and movement advice.
Speakers include Jennifer Earle, pilates and fitness teacher, Dr Julie O Brien, radiologist, Aoife Ní Eochaidh, chartered physiotherapist and pelvic expert, and Rachel Graham, nutritionist.
Tickets are €89.90, which will include lunch and goodie bag.

This year marks a milestone for outdoor clothing specialists Craghoppers.
The British brand is celebrating six decades of helping people stay warm and cozy while enjoying the great outdoors.
As part of this year’s Autumn/Winter collection, they’ve collaborated with the National Trust for some products with extra meaning. We love the Rawthey half zip.
This snuggly fleece’s design is inspired by the sound waves of four songbirds: the coal tit, wren, robin, and blackbird.
A warm, casual layer for everyday wear, whether you’re out on a woodland stroll or snuggling up at home. Available in select Regatta stores. €84.

Under time pressure with your make up regime? Enter The Multiple.
In the 1990s, make up founder François Nars was one of six makeup artists featured in a Harper’s Bazaar photoshoot tasked with creating a defining makeup look for spring.
Three hours were allowed, but he was the only artist to finish his model’s face in a matter of minutes.
Using just one lipstick colour for cheeks, lips, and eyes, the multi-purpose stick was born.
Today, the Multiple is reimagined with 12 versatile colours for cheeks, lips, and eyes. A quick, weightless colour that lasts. €47.

Nespresso brand partner David Beckham was spotted recently at the UK flagship Covent Garden boutique in London, enjoying the return of the brand’s seasonal creations.
The limited-edition flavours include Maple Pecan, Pumpkin Spice Cake, Gingerbread and Peppermint Pinwheel.
Available now in Nespresso boutiques nationwide, on the Nespresso App and online.
Available in original and Vertuo capsules, look out for Vertuo-only Gingerbread & Peppermint Pinwheel, coming October 20.
Joanne McNally’s statement bags have launched in Arnotts and Brown Thomas Dundrum.
Co-founded in September 2023 with her friend and business partner Nikki Lannen, Anxious Preoccupied has expanded from the initial metallic oversized options, to a sixpiece capsule in a variety of colourways, with styles including Micro, Bucket and Barrell.