“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 Gift Shops 2024 …
KILLRUDDERY, Southern Cross, Killruddery Demesne East, Bray, Co Wicklow
The 400-year-old KILLRUDDERY Estate is home to Lord and Lady Ardee and their bio-diverse farm and gardens. Killruddery Yard houses the Farm Shop, The Grain Store, Pizza Shed, Coffee Shop and Saturday Farm Market supplied with chemical-free produce from the farm and walled gardens, cut flowers, free-range meats, pantry items, homewares, gifts, seeds and books. www.killruddery.com / www.instagram.com/killruddery/
ROSALINS, 42 Dunville Avenue, Ranelagh, Dublin 6
Boasting one of the first neon signs in Ireland, ROSALINS has undergone many transformations. Now under the helm of Katie O’Brien the latest iteration is less newsagents and more lifestyle store. Newspapers now sit by international specialty magazines. Children can spend their pocket money on sweets, ice cream or comics, whilst parents are offered a range of homeware from Ireland, France and Scandinavia. www.instagram.com/rosalinsdublin/
RUSSBOROUGH SHOP, Russborough House, Blessington, Co Wicklow
RUSSBOROUGH SHOP is a magnificent example of Irish Palladian architecture and home to the renowned Beit art collection. Today the house is owned by a charitable foundation who enlisted the creative skills of retail veteran Amanda Pratt to set up a shop in the majestic basement. Inspired by the beauty and heritage of Russborough House, Amanda has chosen a product mix homeware, books, jewellery, textiles, stationery, and gifts that evoke the grandeur of its history. All sales support the foundation of Russborough House. www.shop.russborough.ie / www.instagram.com/russboroughshop/ Photography by Joanna Barry
AMO & PAX, Kilmacanogue, Co Wicklow
Amanda Pratt was creative director of Avoca for more than 20 years. Late last year, she opened AMO & PAX, a lifestyle store in Kilmacanogue in the former head office of Avoca. With a focus on sustainability, the store stocks lots of lovely handmade items, Irish ceramics, shirts made in store from Liberty fabrics, as well as other homewares and gifts. www.amoandpax.com / www.instagram.com/amo_and_pax/
