{"id":248803,"date":"2026-01-17T01:52:09","date_gmt":"2026-01-17T01:52:09","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/ie\/248803\/"},"modified":"2026-01-17T01:52:09","modified_gmt":"2026-01-17T01:52:09","slug":"dopamine-dressing-extends-to-the-gym-right","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/ie\/248803\/","title":{"rendered":"Dopamine dressing extends to the gym, right?"},"content":{"rendered":"

Forget the post-exercise high, we\u2019re even more buzzed by the pre-exercise high of another woman complimenting our gym set. This happened recently when sporting one of Dare2B\u2019s signature printed co-ords, because dopamine dressing extends to the gym, right? We love the Influential II leggings in navy inky print (\u20ac70) paired with the Don\u2019t Sweat It III sports bra in moonlight denim (\u20ac30). Even better? The brand\u2019s winter sale is offering up to 70% off, so you might just get them at a fraction of that recommended retail price… Available online and in select Regatta stores.<\/p>\n

\"Women'sWomen’s Influential II Leggings, \u20ac70, Dare2B<\/p>\n

\n dare2b.com\/ie<\/a>\n <\/p>\n

The communion collection<\/p>\n

Dunnes Stores has unveiled this year\u2019s Holy Communion collection from Paul Costelloe Living Occasionwear, paying homage to the fashion designer who passed away in November.<\/p>\n

Speaking last year, Costelloe described designing Communion pieces as \u201cincredibly special\u201d, adding that he hoped they would be \u201cworn with pride, remembered fondly, and passed down through generations\u201d.<\/p>\n

The 2026 collection comprises five classic dresses, priced at \u20ac130, with bows and pearl detailing featuring prominently throughout.<\/p>\n

\"PaulPaul Costelloe Holy Communion collection. Dunnes Stores<\/p>\n

\n dunnesstores.com<\/a>\n <\/p>\n

The home gym<\/p>\n

If the cost of gym membership doesn\u2019t suit your budget, McSport\u2019s home gym equipment is a great alternative.<\/p>\n

The sport and fitness experts, now proudly part of Guaranteed Irish, have everything you need to get your strength and stamina on track for 2026. From compact essentials to fullscale home gym setups, their expert team can help you create a space that meets your needs.<\/p>\n

Their sale offers great value to get you started, from 12kg Hit Fitness neoprene dumbbell set, \u20ac39.95 to a King Smith WalkingPad C2 mini foldable walking treadmill, currently \u20ac445.<\/p>\n

\"12kg12kg Hit Fitness neoprene dumbbell set, \u20ac39.95 to a King Smith WalkingPad C2 mini foldable walking treadmill, currently \u20ac445. McSport<\/p>\n

\n mcsport.ie<\/a>\n <\/p>\n

The supplement<\/p>\n

Like LED masks, collagen supplements are hard to ignore right now. While some clinical trials point to potential benefits for skin, hair, nails and joints, we would like more robust evidence before we start shouting about it. For the curious but sceptical, Revive Active\u2019s Collagen Complex might be the answer.<\/p>\n

Rather than a standalone supplement, the respected Irish supplement brand pairs it with vitamins and minerals \u2014 including vitamin C, zinc, and copper \u2014 that are independently recognised for their roles in supporting collagen formation in the body. \u20ac59.95.<\/p>\n

\"ReviveActiveReviveActive Collagen Complex, \u20ac59.95, Revive Active<\/p>\n

\n reviveactive.com<\/a>\n <\/p>\n

The style saviour<\/p>\n

Curious about a career in personal shopping and styling? Enter: The Irish Style Institute\u2019s eight-week diploma in Image Consultancy & Personal Shopping. Led by Laura Jordan, founder of StyleSavvy.ie, this course will equip you with everything you need to take those first steps towards a career in fashion, from the basics of body shapes and taking measurements, to colour analysis, wardrobe editing and the business of styling itself.<\/p>\n

Starting this Monday, January 20, the course offers a hybrid mix of online and in-person sessions at a cost of \u20ac1,500 with flexible payment options available.<\/p>\n

\"LauraLaura Jordan of the Irish Style Institute <\/p>\n

The healthy treat<\/p>\n

\u2018Quitter\u2019s Day\u2019 might have passed, but we are still hanging on to those new year\u2019s resolutions. So, we are only delighted to get the news that homegrown brands Supernature Snacks and Oatco Super Fuel are launching permanently in Aldi stores nationwide.<\/p>\n

We\u2019re longtime fans of both brands, particularly Oatco Super Fuel\u2019s caramelised biscuit energy balls that have gotten us through many an afternoon slump. With 2g of protein and 2g of fibre, it\u2019s a sweet treat with some added health benefits.<\/p>\n

\"OatcoOatco super fuel caramelised biscuit energy balls, Aldi<\/p>\n

\n aldi.ie<\/a>\n <\/p>\n

The complexion hero<\/p>\n

The minimalist beauty brand MERIT is marking five years this year. \u201cThey say year five is often when brands can start to lose their way,\u201d the team shared. \u201cIt feels more important than ever to stay grounded in the original purpose.\u201d<\/p>\n

That purpose? Quality, intentionality, merit \u2014 with a focus on what works, not trend chasing. In that same spirit, we\u2019re spotlighting the brand\u2019s much-loved complexion stick. Lightweight and buildable, the handbag-friendly stick formula works as a spot or under-eye concealer, highlighter, contour or full foundation, user\u2019s choice. \u20ac42.<\/p>\n

\"MeritMerit complexion stick in silk, \u20ac42, MERIT<\/p>\n

\n meritbeauty.com<\/a>\n <\/p>\n

Compiled by Vickie Maye, Nicole Glennon and Jillian Bolger, weekend@examiner.ie<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"Forget the post-exercise high, we\u2019re even more buzzed by the pre-exercise high of another woman complimenting our gym…\n","protected":false},"author":2,"featured_media":248804,"comment_status":"","ping_status":"","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[6],"tags":[61,60,80,31267],"class_list":{"0":"post-248803","1":"post","2":"type-post","3":"status-publish","4":"format-standard","5":"has-post-thumbnail","7":"category-technology","8":"tag-ie","9":"tag-ireland","10":"tag-technology","11":"tag-trend-of-the-week-skin-nerd-beauty-product-watch-mens-fashion-annmarie-o"},"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/ie\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/248803","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/ie\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/ie\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/ie\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/2"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/ie\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=248803"}],"version-history":[{"count":0,"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/ie\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/248803\/revisions"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/ie\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/248804"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/ie\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=248803"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/ie\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=248803"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/ie\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=248803"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}