Vogue is a ladies clothes shop for 'older dolls'. I'm at that stage in my life so I really like it…read more Don't get me wrong, I'm not a centenarian (yet), but I doubt Vogue would appeal to teens and twentysomethings. It sells all the usual dresses, tops, trousers and jackets you would expect and also a small selection of accessories and scarves. Sometimes I spot a lot of items in Vogue I want to buy but at others I don't see anything appealing. Most shops are like this though and it just depends on the latest stock and seasonal trends. Vogue will not be everyone's cup of tea, but it's certainly mine. Nice shop which stocks lovely clothes. Average in terms of cost. Definitely worth a browse.

Going to an all girls' school meant that the hysteria of formal dress shopping was heightened to…read morethe absolute max, with every girl hoping that the delightful pink dress they had just purchased wasn't the same as their best friend's choice. Cue delirium. Unfortunately (I think), those mad days are long since gone for me, but it's nearly that time for my little sister, so I do kinda get to relive the dream again. Yippee! I told her (yes, she didn't have a choice) that Posh Frocks should be the first port of call for ideas, and she happily agreed to take a look. Posh Frocks was one of the stores many of the girls ventured to in search of the perfect formal dress, and there were definitely some beauties bought there. The shop had, and still has, a reputation for good-quality, stunning dresses, and is one of very few formal dress shops in Belfast, so it is completely inundated with formal requirements from as far as Magherafelt (I was reliably informed by the extremely helpful sales lady). We were also told that many of the dresses sell out within days of first appearing...so we'd better get our skates on! There isn't a huge range of dresses, but due to the fact that new designs are constantly coming in, this doesn't really prove a problem. The dresses vary in price from about £100 to £300, with the more embellished ones coming in at £295, whereas the plainer ones are around £165, and the cocktail length ones are obviously cheaper. Having had lots of really helpful tips and information, and a good nosey around, the two of left with plenty of food for thought. I think I'm actually more excited that the little sis...

On our never-ending quest to find bridesmaid dresses for my best friends wedding (no, not the…read moremovie) we ended up in here. They have a vast array of gowns and dresses for all sorts of events and occasions, be it a formal, a gala dinner type event, or a wedding as a guest or as a bridesmaid. The woman in charge that day was SO helpful, and really cheerful and pleasant, she seemed happy to help, and genuinely interested, which is what you want in a good shopping experience. They had every colour, shape and style of frock, but not, unfortunately, every size, and my size 18 frame was not really catered for. There were a couple of dresses that sort of fitted, but they weren't proper size 18s, and therefore were NOT flattering. The price tags weren't extortionate, but they weren't cheap either. If you're skinny and have a bit of cash, this is a good place to get a dress that isn't from the high street.

Jacksons 38 is one of five (yes, you heard right) departments, if you like, all owned by Jacksons…read moreof Saintfield. Not a clue who this guy is, but he essentially owns half of the Main Street... As well as the main hardware / cookware store a few doors up, there is also a 'Lifestyle' stores few doors on up from that, which consists of a health food shop, a coffee shop and a home interiors shop. Phew! However, my trip was only to this sweet little boutique. Mainly consisting of ladies, gents and kids shoes, it is also a jewellery shop, an accessories shop (wallets, belts, scarves etc.), and a ladies clothes shop. Blinkin' heck. It's one of those shops that's a myriad of little rooms and sections that see to go on forever. There really is a beautiful selection, and the range of kid's school shoes rivals an actual shoe shop's range. The lady sales assistant was very pleasant and welcoming - cheery smiles galore. She was helpfully aiding a customer who was trying on shoes, but didn't neglect the others who were busy looking too. I must commend this Jackson fella on such a beautiful little shop. Highly recommended.

Conservatory Coffee, health food, boutiqueness…read moreHaiku perfection Visited here on a priest's recommendation to sip coffee with Michael W. Smith in the background and hoping to catch a nice Irish evangelical's eye... But even without those expectations being met (there's always next time), I think I've found my new favorite coffee shop in County Down. As you walk into Jackson's there is the boutique on the right, health food on the left, and straight to the back, nectar of the gods: COFFEE. Even further back, comfy couches and tables fill a beautiful, bright, glass conservatory facing out into the courtyard. Me and a friend sat until close (4:30 p.m.) sipping our coffee and admiring others fancy beverages and jealousy inducing desserts. While I have yet to witness it, I was told that the scones are as big as your head and full of fruity surprises. I couldn't ask for a better setting or cup of coffee to sip, sit, people watch, and/or work.

Yeeaahhh! Ribbon Rouge finally opened a shop in Dublin. I used to drive all the way to Navan from…read moreDublin to shop where the ladies in the know go. Always a great selection of stylish clothes at very reasonable prices. A go to place for designer jeans, handbags, outfits to wear casually or to weddings etc. The staff are always so friendly and lovely you want to stay for hours. Fabulous addition to the South Dublin!

Amazing shop and salon:) the two girls are the kindest people , so friendly and always a great help…read more:) such a good envoirment to be around in the shop :)

This shop is not somewhere I would personally shop, not until I'm in my 50s and looking for an…read moreoutfit, or some accessories for a wedding. They have some lovely outfits here available for that age and style of a woman, and are very good at helping people choose what they need to prepare and dress for the big day - because as we all know, the Mother of the Bride needs to look good too. We went here with my friends' Mum, who was trying to find an outfit for the wedding, and she tried on nearly every bloody outfit in the shop - but the staff had real patience and what seemed a genuine interest in helping her find 'that' outfit. She didn't find the one for her here, but I have to say it's worth a look for women of that age and taste who are looking for an important outfit for a wedding or special event.