With a brand new premises on O'Connell Street, this UK outlet continues its quest for dominance over the Irish footwear industry and if the large crowds that flock to the shop over the Christmas season are anything to go by, Schuh are doing very well indeed. Spread over two floors, the store carries a dazzling selection of shoes, boots and trainers for both sexes. In a city where stylish men's shoes can sometimes be hard to find, Schuh remains a very good option.
For all things tweedy, Kevin & Howlin is the place to go. The store specialises in hand woven tweeds for men, including jackets, suits and hats. They also sell tweed fabric if you are thinking of making your own. This is quality clothing and should attract those seeking the classic look. Helpful in store advisers are on hand to help you choose the most suitable outfit.
Susan Hunter's is apparently the oldest lingerie shop in Dublin city. As it was only established in 1987, this makes one wonder about the prior status of women's undergarments; nonetheless, it is a wonderful place to splash out on really fancy items or stock up on high quality silk long-johns for the ski season. La Perla is available here, a brand considered by many to make the most fabulous underwear in the world. You can also have some items made to measure, and best of all tiny little fluffy mules (like the 1940's movie stars used to wear) are also stocked in abundance.
Monsoon's clothes are colourful and flowing for the most part, aimed at the slightly more mature end of the young market.Their range features lots of dresses and skirts, often with a floral pattern or a velvet theme. Some of the excellent clothes for young girls as well as a variety of handbags, jewellery and hair clips are also in stock. For those with an individualistic streak, Monsoon might supply something that little bit different.
Moving from their address on Nassau Street, the Grafton Street flagship store of House of Ireland still retains its eccentricity and traditional charm. From exquisite brands of women's and men's clothing and accessories to perfumes, jewelry, candles, and home decor crafts, this boutique boasts of a variety of products which are bound to leave you in awe. A shoppers' paradise, the House of Ireland is a must-visit for a fulfilling Irish shopping spree.
This spacious shop specialises in Victorian and Edwardian furniture, as well as offering a selection of decorative antique items. Heavy wooden tables and chairs, and some extremely attractive mirrors dominate the room and the shop is definitely worth a visit if these are what you are after. Quality antiques tend not to be cheap, but Esther Sexton's prices are generally competitive.
Having made an erstwhile telephone exchange their home, Fallon & Byrne make good use of the space that the warehouse provides. Fallon & Byrne aims to be an upmarket convenience store that has not lost the old-school grocer values, and it shows. If the Leonard and Moutere Grove on the shelves hint of pretension, it's soon shrugged off as you come upon aisles of everyday regular products. What makes Fallon & Byrne an ideal store is the wide range of fish, meat, fruit and vegetables, wine, olive oil, cheese and coffee on offer, to fit all price points and all occasions.
The new French Connection unit in the beautiful Powerscourt Townhouse is highly visible, mostly due to the huge FCUK hoarding that can be seen from almost any approach to the shopping centre. The shop is funky and glossy and has a great range of men's and women's clothes and shoes, not to mention a makeup and skincare line. Some weekends find an in store DJ spinning some tunes.
The famous Avoca Handweavers has now opened a branch in Dublin city center. The emphasis remains upon fine quality clothes, rugs and weaving; both men and women are catered for. The famous Avoca woolen scarves and beautiful rugs are a good buy here and the store also features a comfortable cafe. In an age of generic shops and ubiquitous labels, Avoca offers a touch of the local and distinctive and is therefore well worth a visit.
Catering to a trendy, style concious clientèle, Abercrombie & Fitch offers up a great selection of casual sportswear from denims, hoodies, t-shirts and more. Offering customers the latest styles with a vintage twist, the store has a loyal following amongst teens and young adults. Abercrombie & Fitch is especially well known for the good-looking live models walking around the store, showing off the latest collection on offer. Located in one of the busiest streets in Dublin, this store is Abercrombie & Fitch's flagship location in the city, and a good place to go to if you're looking to check out the latest in casual sportswear and denims.
Susan Hunter's is apparently the oldest lingerie shop in Dublin city. As it was only established in 1987, this makes one wonder about the prior status of women's undergarments; nonetheless, it is a wonderful place to splash out on really fancy items or stock up on high quality silk long-johns for the ski season. La Perla is available here, a brand considered by many to make the most fabulous underwear in the world. You can also have some items made to measure, and best of all tiny little fluffy mules (like the 1940's movie stars used to wear) are also stocked in abundance.
Moving from their address on Nassau Street, the Grafton Street flagship store of House of Ireland still retains its eccentricity and traditional charm. From exquisite brands of women's and men's clothing and accessories to perfumes, jewelry, candles, and home decor crafts, this boutique boasts of a variety of products which are bound to leave you in awe. A shoppers' paradise, the House of Ireland is a must-visit for a fulfilling Irish shopping spree.