Powerscourt Townhouse Shopping Centre
Somewhere to max the credit card out. All Dublin's fashionistas head here particularly on Friday, Saturday and Sunday afternoons, head for Powerscourt's designer market, The Loft, with one-off, vintage and handmade clothes and live DJs to set the tone.
It is a lovely Georgian building (1760) with an elegant staircase and lovely boutique shops.Open: 10am-6pm;
Late Thursdays until 8pm,
Sundays 12pm-6pm.
South William St, Dublin 2 t: 353 (1)-6794144
Cleo Handknits and Handweavers since 1936
An Irish woollen is much prized and this store has been weaving for centuries. While not as fashionable at Farrell & Brown, the garments are quality items designed to last the test of time and the cold cold weather. Authentic tweedy skirts and accessories like bonnet and cute mittens for all ages.
18 Kildare Street, Dublin 2
Kildare Village - Designer Label discounted
This 'glam' shopping complex is just on the outskirts of Dublin and well worth the trip. Like any great city you have your outlets and this one doesn't disappoint. Expect labels like Ralph Lauren, jumpers from 50 euros, shirts from 55 plus a good kid's selection. Cath Kidston, Bally, Calvin Klein, Molton and much more.
By Bus : Éireann offers a half-hourly, one hour and 45 minute bus service from Store St. in Dublin to Kildare Town Centre. Or free shuttle from Kildare station.
Monday to Wednesday 10.00 – 18.00
Thursday 10.00 – 20.00 Friday 10.00 – 19.00
Saturday 10.00 – 18.00 & Sunday 11.00 – 18.00.
Kildare Village, Nurney Road, County Kildare
Farrell & Brown
Like Burberry is to England or Lyle & Scott to Scotland, this is Ireland's great label for fashion items and quality woollen items. You will find this label throughout Ireland. The brand has been spawned from its parent company Blarney Woollen Mills in Cork, around for centuries. This store is open 7 days a week, its a great label and reminder of Ireland.
1 Dawson Street, Dublin
Hand Rolled Cigars
Reputed to be Ireland's largest emporium of cigars. You can simply enjoy a coffee or wine with a Cuban, Monte Cristo or Partagas. There is also an extensive selection of humidors and cutters sourced from around the globe.
www.decent-cigar.com
48 Grafton Street, Dublin 2 t: 353 1 671 6451
Looking for a Rare Book?
A little treasure trove, particularly for those looking for first editions. Of course their specialty is Irish books with an emphasis of 20th century. So Looking for a James Joyce or Yeats, 'bon courage'.
10 Duke Street, Dublin
Best Places to Shop
If you're looking for traditional Irish products, try Grafton Street and the department store 'Brown Thomas'.
Young hip fashion can be found at the Design Centre, in Powerscourt Centre. Glassware and linen at the Kilkenny shop (6 Nassau St) and Irish knitwear at Wollen Mills (21/23 Nassau St)
Celtic Jewellery
An elegant range of modern, antique and estate jewellery and watches for men and women. Discount for overseas tourist (non EU). Bring your passport for up to 15.75% discounts.
51 Grafton Street, City Centre Dublin t: 353 1 677 3737