VIP Publishing is delighted to announce that the eir Power of Women Awards are back.
These awards celebrate the best and brightest female entrepreneurs in Ireland, across the worlds of fashion, technology, beauty, lifestyle, wellness and more!
The winners, decided by an expert panel and awarded at an exclusive lunch in Dublin’s Marker Hotel on November 14th, will be profiled in VIP Magazine.
Find out more about our inspiring nominees for the Accessories Award, sponsored by Catrice here…
Lauren McDonald – Lynott Jewellery
Lauren McDonald created Lynott Jewellery back in 2021. The brand of unique Irish jewellery has connections to traditions with her own contemporary style twist.
She created Lynott not just as a brand, but a community built on pieces that can highlight special moments in your life and help fill your confidence and self-expression through her designs.
Fiona Fitzsimons – Betty and Biddy
Fiona Fitzsimons set up Betty and Biddy after noticing that jewellery only fell between two categories, expensive fine pieces and cheap trendy designs.
She wanted to create a brand that had classic timeless pieces but something that was affordable, and high quality. It is with that idea in mind that Fiona set up the Dublin based jewellery company.
Siobheal Nic Eochaidh – Rosie and Dott
Founded in 2017, Rosie and Dott was created by newly engaged Siobheal Nic Eochaidh, who turned personal challenges into a meaningful jewellery brand.
Inspired by friendship and family, it has grown into a family run business dedicated to crafting timeless pieces that celebrate great life moments.
Joanne McNally and Niki Lannen – Anxious Preoccupied
Comedian Joanne McNally joined forces with entrepreneur Niki Lannen to create Anxious Preoccupied, a bold and creative bag brand that combines sharp humour with honest open conversations around identity and vulnerability.
Together they have built a brand that helps to challenges stigma around mental health with wit and design to connect to audiences.
Suzanne Jackson, Siobhan Murray and Terrie McEvoy – Mantra
Suzanne, Siobhan and Terrie began Mantra after constantly seeing new trends emerging at a rapid pace with the growth of fast fashion. Instead of constantly having new trend pieces, the girls wanted to create pieces that were a timeless wardrobe staple but didn’t have the same price tag as designer pieces.
From shoes, sunglasses handbags and even hats, they have created a brand that bridges the gap between quality and affordability.
Julie Peelo – Peelo Accessories
Julie Peelo founded the brand PEELO after working alongside some of the biggest names in fashion. Julie set up the brand as she wanted to create something that had modern designs but was combined with timeless craftsmanship.
Known for her bold colours and functional elegance, the brand reflects Julie’s vision of creating statement pieces that can help women feel more empowered.
Melissa Curry – Melissa Curry Jewellery
Melissa Curry set up her jewellery brand back in 2019, and it has since become renowned for its innovative contemporary designs that celebrate individuality and empowerment.
Melissa creates jewellery that has a focus on meaningful pieces that inspire confidence, and merges creativity with purpose offering pieces that connect with women in every stage of life.
Nicki Hoyne – Nicki Hoyne
Designer Nicki Hoyne founded her footwear brand as a dedication towards empowering women, from those who wear them, create them and the community the brand creates.
Each piece is designed as slow fashion that honours transparent and ethical supply chains. By pairing fun, unique designs with sustainable production, Nicki inspires women to express themselves confidently and drive a positive fashion change.
