A Slow Irish Summer: Rituals, Colour & Everyday Joy

There's something about summer in Ireland that invites us to pause, if only for a moment. Maybe it's the scent of newly cut grass, the clink of ice cubes in a midday elderflower spritz, or the feel of linen against our skin. Maybe it's a trip down to Teddy's for a 99, where you find yourself, like your own mother once did, licking melting ice cream from your child's wrist before it drips onto their elbow. 

At LNH Edit, we believe summer isn't just a season, it's a mindset. And while the days might be full (especially with little ones at home), it's still possible to carve out small, beautiful rituals: a quiet coffee before the house wakes, setting the table just for yourself, or throwing on a joyful dress for a supermarket dash. 

Whether you're lucky enough to be by the coast or soaking up the garden between rain clouds, here's our gentle guide to embracing slow living this Irish summer, whatever the weather, wherever you are and however full your days. 

1. Begin with Rituals, Not Routines

Slow living is all about presence. Instead of rushing through the morning, why not turn your first coffee into a ritual? Place it beside our vibrant Pink Palm Tree napkins, and sit somewhere the light lands, even just for five minutes. 

Light a candle, open your favourite book (or just sit by the window) and serve breakfast on our Magic Mushroom Plates. These small rituals ground us and set the tone for a slower day. 

2. Dress for the Day you Want

There's a joy in dressing beautifully, not for an event, but just because. Out block printed cotton dresses and rompers are designed for this. Easy, breathable, and made to move form the garden to the greengrocer. 

Look for: 

  • Natural fabrics like cotton and linen
  • Handcrafted details: block prints, embroidery, frills
  • Pieces that feel good against your skin and bring a little colour to your day

Shop the LNH Edit Capsule: The Lulu Romper | The Salomi Dress 

3. Create a Table that Celebrates the Season

Whether it’s a spontaneous lunch or a midweek dinner for one, a thoughtfully set table brings the outside in. Mix and match colours and textures, think block printed Crab Tablecloths, playful candles, and jugs that double as vases (Frish Stripe Vase). 

Tip: Collect wildflowers on your walk and place them in your favourite jug for an instant centrepiece. 

4. Swap Colours with the Season 

Spring and summer are made for corals, chartreuse, and pops of pink. But as the season deepens, lean into mustard, rust, and indigo. This doesn’t require a full home overhaul, just a few simple swaps:

  • Napkin trays, or throws in bolder hues
  • Candles that add both scent and warmth
  • Plates and bowls in hand-painted finishes

It's all about tuning into the season, not just styling for it. 

5. Make Time for Micro Moments

Slow living doesn’t mean doing less, it means doing it with more presence. That might look like:

  • Laying down a throw in the garden and cloud watching with your child
  • Writing postcards to a friend
  • Lighting a candle at breakfast, just because

LNH Edit is rooted in these moments, in things made slowly, used often and loved deeply. 

You don't need to live in the Hamptons to embrace this lifestyle. It's here, in the wild coastline, in the Irish hedgerows, in the way the evening light hits your kitchen. With a little intention (and a few well chosen pieces), you can turn everyday moments into something extraordinary. 

 

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