I wouldn't put it past the realm of possibility that the owners of Cultured were absolutely blazed…read morewhen they came up with what they should sell. "We should sell clothes, but also frame pictures!" -"Y'know what else we could sell?...........Bikes." -"We are going to be millionaires." That is actually what Cultured sells. Clothes, pictures and em, bicycles. But amidst the hippy culture frenzy of Temple Bar, it all kind of makes sense. After all, we're talking about a part of Dublin filled with homeless people and affluent tourists, so it's all about mix and match really. I haven't bought a bike or bought clothes here, but I did pick up a framed Wizard of Oz still for twenty quid. Which is pretty good value. Check Cultured out, you'll probably never be in a shop where you can buy a vintage Coca cola poster and spokes in the same place ever again.

Peacocke's shoe repairs is excellent quality, the finest craftsmanship that I have ever seen. I…read morewouldn't trust my leather shoe repairs to anyone else.

I had a very bad experience. Ruined a pair of boots which cost me over €270. Told me it would cost…read moreme €40 euro to widen them and when I came in with €50 in my hand told me it would actually be €50. When I asked first how would the work be done was told to mind my own business and leave it up to him. Very rude. Bad job done and would definitely recommend everyone to steer clear. Might be ok for re-heeling cheap shoes but if looking to repair anything expensive run a mile!

I agree with everything Marie said below its a bag shop that looks like it should sell really cheap…read morebags but it doesnt! "Luggage & Travel goods, Briefcases, purses and wallets. Backpacks, synthetic and leather handbags - ALL top brands!" is what it says on the nutgorve website and its not lying! they really are all top brands, not imitations of the brands, they are thereal thing. i think that travel bags are always something that are worth spending money on because you are going to use it for a good few years and you never want your bag to burst open on the luggage carousel and display your underwear to an entire airport! so this is a good place to get quality non bursting bags!

This is a bag and suitcase shop but instead of competing at the 'how low can you go' end of the…read morespectrum Sacs is a little bit above that. The bags they sell here are a little more expensive but that's because they're usually brands like Jansport or Roxy. They do have quite a nice selection for a little shop, and they've made sure to stock some cute patterns and styles so you do feel like you might consider spending that little bit extra

One of those places that tries to cater to as many needs as possible in one shop, and it does a…read morepretty good job. From cards to groceries to sandwiches to newspapers, they fill the little place up with quite a lot of stuff for you to purchase. Though Rathmines is littered with Spars and Centras this little family-run business has managed to hold on in there despite the intense competition, although it probably has a little location advantage as it's just far enough away from the swan centre for you to consider being lazy and just buying what you need here.

Admittedly, my favourite thing about this shop is the name. However, it's really great to see a…read morefamily run shop in an area over run with 'the enemy' as they call Spar and Centra. The owners are always friendly and ask you how you've been. At different parts of the day you'll meet the wife, husband, and their sons behind the counter. One time I was having trouble with my DVD player and the husband actually offered a great deal of advice and told me to come back in to him if his suggestions didn't work! They've got everything you could imagine and I even found marshmallows there once that I couldn't find in Dunnes or Tesco. Some of the food in there is a bit dated as Ciara pointed out. One time I bought a bag of Dorito's ony to bring them home to find out that the bag had been opened and they were stale. Another time my flatmate went to buy milk and all sell by dates had passed the week before. So if you decided to fight against the corporate giants and support this shop, as I suggest you do, it might be best to stick to non-perishables!

How we longed for H & M to come to our shores, wailing and cursing those Europeans lucky enough to…read morehave an outlet in their own home town. But when it finally arrived, it wasn't the same, like a pen friend who was funnier and more attractive in his letters. In the flesh, Stefan wasn't all I had hoped for, and it's the same with this store. We should have maintained our long distance relationship. Oh, you can still find some nice things, but I still think that you have to go out of the country for a real H & M binge...

I absolutely love H&M, this is my one stop shop for all my fashion needs! I am a regular visitor to…read morethe Dundrum store and all various city centre stores. The stores are relevantly clean and various clothing items can be easily located. There is always a good selection of sizes and lots to choose from. H&M's only downfall is that some it's clothes don't wash well and shrink but this has only happened on a few occasion (it would stop me shopping there)

Viennoi's is a recent addition to D'Olier street -the windows are clean, the decor is dramatic,…read morewhich makes this handbag n' baubles shop feel a little out of place among it's storied pub and coffee shop neighbours. The shop is apparently a branch of the Cherry's outfit currently selling much of the same in satiny clutches and dripping costume jewellery over in the St Stephen's Green Shopping Centre. And with special offer earrings, bracelets and rings on sale, each under a tenner, it's easy to get glammed up for a good night out (and not worry too much about losing that sparkler on some grimy pub floor!).

The Trinity College Library Shop is more of a "Book of Kells" gift shop than an actual campus book…read morestore. It's all located in a red building that you can't miss. There are Trinity College branded items available, with the overall selection of TCD and tourist tchotchkes to be well presented and varied. Prices were decent and counter staff were friendly and efficient.

The selection of souvenirs was very good, ranging from clothing, scarves, and jewelry to magnets,…read morecoasters, coffee mugs, and books. I was gaga over the elegant Celtic Knot Jacquard Tote Bag for 40 euros. Even though there were plenty of customers, and the line was long, the cashier patiently brought the tote down for me since it was out of my reach. Sadly, it was too large for my petite frame but I would have certainly bought one if it came in a smaller size. I recommend this store for the immense selection and the friendly service.