“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 Vintage Shops 2024 …
VINTAGE FASHION & ACCESSORIES
A STORE IS BORN, 34 Clarendon Street, Dublin 2
On Saturday mornings, at 11am, a shutter goes up and A STORE IS BORN is revealed, nicely stocked with very good quality vintage. There’s no tat here, just solid labels and clothes in very good condition. We love A Store is Born for its cashmere, good silk scarves and lovely silk dressing gowns but can just as easily be seduced by a 1970s jumpsuit or a bright pink brocade coat. www.astoreisborn.ie
DIRTY FABULOUS, 40/41 Glaslough Street, Roosky, Monaghan
A vintage boutique with an impressive collection of bridal dresses, occasionwear, and one-of-a-kind accessories from the 1920s to 1970s. Founded by sisters Caroline Quinn and Kathy Sherry, DIRTY FABULOUS offers dresses for the whole wedding party (bride, bridesmaid, mother of the bride) as well as outfits for every special occasion whether a night at a debs or a day at the races. www.dirtyfabulous.com / www.instagram.com/dirtyfabulousvintage/
JENNY VANDER, 50 Drury Street, Dublin 2
Ireland’s oldest and one of Dublin’s best vintage shops, the iconic JENNY VANDER is known for their ball gowns and jewellery. Established in 1974 it’s the go-to vintage shop of many international stylists who have dressed their famous clients in looks from the boutique. www.instagram.com/jennyvandervintage/
SIOPAELLA, 29-30 Wicklow Street, Dublin 2
On arrival in Ireland, Canadian native Ella de Guzman remarked on the absence of consignment shops. Seeing an opportunity in the market she set about changing that, opening SIOPAELLA in 2011. The boutique specialises in Chanel, Louis Vuitton, and Hermes, finding new owners for 145,000+ items to date. www.siopaella.com / www.instagram.com/siopaella/