“A stunning shop tells a story. It’s a carefully edited emporium that reflects the shopkeeper’s unique character and vision,” says Paula Flynn of TheShopkeepers.com. In an era dominated by online shopping, nothing replaces the singular joy – the surprise and delight – of shopping in real life. Discover THE GLOSS X The Shopkeepers Best Menswear Shops 2024 …
MAGEE 1866, The Diamond, Donegal Town, Donegal
The MAGEE store has stood on the same site since it opened in the 1800s and is a true destination shop for menswear, womenswear and gifts (with a great café too). “Our ethos has always been one of ‘slow fashion’, with high quality, natural fabrics our focus,” explains creative director Charlotte Temple. www.magee1866.com / www.instagram.com/magee1866/
INDIGO & CLOTH, 9 Essex Street East, Temple Bar, Dublin 2
A multi-level lifestyle store and specialty café located in the heart of vibrant Temple Bar, Dublin. Established in 2007, Andy Collins became the new owner in 2018, expanding the menswear offering and introducing womenswear and homeware to the assortment. The ground floor is home to the café serving an ever-changing list of international coffee roasters. Also, on this floor there is a selection of magazines and apothecary items. www.indigoandcloth.com / www.instagram.com/indigoandcloth/
KEVIN & HOWLIN, 31 Nassau Street, Dublin 2
Founded in 1936 by Jim Kevin and Michael Howlin to provide quality tailoring using tweed fabrics. Jim’s son, Noel, took over the business in 1974. Men’s and women’s ready-to-wear, in a colourful rainbow of tweed fabrics, line the walls. There are jackets, trousers, skirts, and stacks of hats in a variety of shapes. Bolts of fabric are stacked at the rear of store, and are sold by the metre or used for bespoke, made-to-measure orders. www.kevinandhowlin.com
KINDF_OLK, Unit 10 The Corn Store, Middle Street, Galway City
A modern and airy contemporary menswear store with a selection of books, home goods and apothecary items and a coffee bar. Established in 2021 by fashion industry veteran Declan McGowan, KINDF_OLK’s Scandi aesthetic is the perfect backdrop for the mix of ethically-made goods with a focus on sustainability. www.kindfolkgalway.ie / www.instagram.com/kindf_olk/ Photography by Madison O’Toole
THE BUREAU, B2 Portview, 310 Newtownards Road & Hill Street, Belfast
Established in 1989 by Paul Craig and Michael Hamilton, THE BUREAU is a menswear retailer with an emphasis on heritage, durability, and workwear brands which you can shop by appointment at their vast warehouse space in Belfast. www.thebureaubelfast.com / www.instagram.com/thebureaubelfast/
