DublinTown is the fashion hub of Ireland and more recently Europe and it is easy to see why with so many unique boutiques to choose from. You are sure to find something to help express your own personal style in one of the city’s amazing boutiques, no matter what your budget or style is!
This fantastic and well established unique boutique started off as just a small quirky stall in George’s Street Arcade. Over the years Om Diva has transformed into one of the most adored boutiques in DublinTown. Owner and director Ruth Ni Loinsigh turned her dream into a reality and created a boutique Paradise for women. The boutique caters to a wide range of styles, from vintage and retro to the more subdued classics. The store also houses a dedicated showroom for Irish-based designers providing a forum for talented young designers where they can design, sell and develop their brand under one roof. Atelier 27 is funded and supported by DCEB.
Om Diva is everything a boutique should be with approachable and friendly staff along with inspired clothing and accessories. You will find Om Diva packed inside a stylish and electric building located in the heart of the Creative Quarter on Dury Street.
Retro Shop is a hidden gem in the George’s St Arcade, and has been open for nearly 25 years. The idea stemmed from the lack of vintage pieces on offer in DublinTown, as well as the difficulty in finding sizes. At Retro, customers can find sized pieces for men and woman that go from a size 8 to an 18. This unique boutique specialise in the reproduction of vintage dresses from the 1940’s and 50’s, all cut from original patterns. Retro combine this with contemporary materials, giving you a fabulously flattering outfit which has comfort and style to boot.
Carousel is another one of Dublin’s unique boutiques, which offer vintage inspired pieces. Not only do the owners, who happen to be husband and wife, sell amazing vintage pieces, they are also the proud designers and manufactures of the vintage inspired range, “Circus”. Carousel also stock international like-minded brands with a romantic and fun approach to fashion. In this quirky boutique you will find pieces that are exclusive and unique, celebrating femininity. Carousel is a boutique for women who like to forge their own path and stand out from the crowd. They also appreciate classic shapes, that are easy to wear and never go out of style. You can find this little boutique on Exchequer Street.
Starla stock a wide range of dresses for all occasions. You can purchase or rent these dresses, so weather you want a dress you can reinvent over and over again or a once off show stopper, Starla is the place to go. Starla dresses offer a range of designers at a range of prices and styles, so pop into them on South William Street and you won’t be disappointed.
Designer Exchange Dublin, is one of Ireland’s only dedicated pre-loved designer handbag and accessory store. This boutique is an Irish Independent company, currently employing 5 people, who network with an array of consultants and industry specialists to ensure they are bringing you fabulous authentic designer fashions daily. The Designer Exchange will provide you with a pre-loved bag for any occasion. The Boutique will also buy or exchange your own designer handbags and accessories if you fancy a change.
The Designer Exchange strictly authenticates every piece they receive, leaving no stone unturned and have a checklist in place for each designer. Call into them at 53 Dawson Street to see all that is on offer.
Dublin’s fashion scene is forever changing and with the best boutiques around, you are sure to find something to suit your own unique style. Call into #DublinTown and let your inner style Diva out! Don’t forget to checkout #DublinFashion on Facebook, Instagram and Twitter for lots more fashion updates!
