I've said it before and I'll say it again, Dublin never fails to surprise me…read more How else could I describe the little touch of glam Samia's lends to Mary Street little? An unlikely haven for fashion sets and ornate Bollywood blingers, this beacon of the side street far outshines all of its neighbours (even you, Stripper Clothes Shop). And, as it's part of the same company running the excellent Asian grocery across the street, I'm quite confident this shop is as equally thought out and well maintained as it's big brother. I've window shopped here many times, loving the look of those candy-bright wedding necklaces and earrings glittering in the window. Inside there's a heavenly selection of ultra-bright beaded saris, choli, encrusted heels and matching bags. It's a window of sunshine, to be certain. The stuff in here is certainly not every day wear, and some of the colours are not for the faint of heart, but it's most definitely worth at least a look-in just for the whiff of incredible Asian fashion.

I have to admit I really, really want to be invited to an Indian wedding. It just all seems so…read moreextravagant and amazing and like a hell of a lot of fun! They've got all the items you need to complete your outfit, wedding dresses, jewellery for the bride and for the guests, bangles galore, bags and footwear! So many shiny things so little time!! If you don't have a wedding to attend there's still plenty of stuff you can wear to add a bit of edge to your wardrobe. They also do henna, and have tons and tons of designs, so if you fancy a tattoo, but don't want it to last forever this is perfect for you.

This place has everything. I can get almost any hard-to-find item here. There is a guy on staff…read morethat goes above and beyond the call of duty to find what I'm looking for. I will get his name but won't post it, Don't want to embarrass or offend him. He will search and search until he finds what I need Their prices are extremely reasonable. Can't complain about any of the merchandise I've bought here. Everything is holding up well.

As Laura mentioned, the bubble gum pink storefront of Beads and Bling is irresistible, as is the…read moregreat name. They seem to have gone in the opposite direction of the American rappers who coined the term and instead Bling represents hundreds of different types of beads, notions, findings and jewelry making supplies, rather than diamond encrusted pimp cups and Jesus faces. The selection here is awesome, the best I've seen so far in a bead shop in Dublin. They've got every material represented, from plastic to crystal to stone. Unlike some of the other shops I've visited, Beads and Bling has a great assortment of focal beads and beads that are different shapes. I found some darling little leaf earrings that basically made themselves. I didn't have to design a thing, just threw them on some wire, and put them on some earrings. Done and done, and all of the supplies came from here.

Love love love this place. It's great for anything accessory-wise (the name is so misleading,…read moreright??!). So we're talking hats, bags, purses, jewellery, flip flops, head pieces etc. I find it particularly great if I'm going to a wedding or the races. I buy an outfit, head to accessorize, and customize it with some pretty bangles r maybe a brooch. It's also a great way to transform an old outfit you have in the back of your wardrobe without spending a fortune!

Just as I wish I could buy every single thing in Monsoon, so I wish I could buy every single thing…read morein this place, Monsoon's shop dedicated to accessories. The jewelry, purses, hair accessories, hats, umbrellas and more are all really young, fun and pretty. There is a hefty dose of glitz here, but everything manages to avoid straying over the edge to cheesy and tacky. I find the necklaces especially nice, having fallen in love with a pretty bauble with a teeny bird in a tiny cage. Winter weather gear like scarves, hats and gloves are very, very adorable and would be a great way to keep things fashionable when you're otherwise bundled up. Upstairs they sell adorable clothes for babies and kids. The highlight is definitely the frilly, foofy fancy stuff, probably designed for flower girls in wedding parties. The only downside is that I think everything is too expensive. While the stuff is cute, I don't think it's quality enough to demand the attached prices.

Showco specializes in women's accessories with a twist. Instead of playing it safe, this tiny shop…read more(it's actually a hallway in Georges Street Arcade) stocks the craziest colours. It sells neon tights, orange hats, purple headbands, red suspenders. It also has a lot of skull and bones accessories. Prices are decent. Expect to pay 5 Euro and up for most things. What makes Showco great is that it doesn't do boring. Shopping for accessories can at times be dull but this shop manages to keep it interesting.

This place is really cool for costumes and fun sexy lingerie -I don't know of anywhere else that…read moredoes Legs Avenue Lingerie. I popped in today for a look around and there were bowler hats, Venetian masques, wigs, tights and stockings, hats, Beatles bags, and different brands of goth bags. Absolutely fabulous spot.

The shop Tambuli looks like a market in Marrakesh. There are things dangling from everywhere,…read moreclothes stuffed in the racks and tiny precious items piled into glass cases. Walking in here, your eyes don't know where to focus. Once you get over the initial sensory shock, it's easy to find things you want. The merchandise is mainly decorative and incorporate some idea of spirituality. There are healing precious stones, chakra bracelets, Buddha figurine and incense galore. There are also plenty of exotic masks; some look African, others Native American and others Asian. The ones of "The Big Chief" are quite tacky but original. It's easy to lose yourself here and overall a fun shopping experience.

Thankfully Tambuli's owner doesn't mind you poking around in the corners of his shop for a good…read morewhile as you literally can get lost here for hours. Can't see how they would fit one more item into the space. It's stuffed from floor to ceiling, but I'm sure they're gonna try. If you're looking for an unusual gift, this is a great place to go. Not a fan of the clothes, but a didgeridoo and bongo drums and perhaps an Afrikan mask or two. Yes please! Let's start a band and start busking on Grafton street! Going to Tambuli is always a joyous experience.

Triple snaps to C&C for bringing Dublin Debs the most thorough catalog of formal accessories yet…read more The prices are fantastic when you need a wow-bag on a budget (if you're going to spend €300 on a gown, €50 for the bag is a doddle). They've got the right baguette, clutch or bag, the perfect pashmina wrap in any colour, plus matching bracelets, necklaces and cocktail rings to set off almost every formal frock. And with several stores throughout Dublin, it's clear these stockists know their market well.

This shop looks so very cute from the outside, with its spectrum of colourful handbags hanging in…read morethe windows. It's a very innovative means of store decoration and it really attracts the eye. Once inside, you will discover that this shop, which you probably imagined would be far too expensive for its own good, actually stocks reasonably-priced merchandise. Handbags go for around 40 euro. Aside from handbags they also stock scarves (also laid out in a rainbow splash of vibrant colour), jewellery (some of it is very nice - especially the emerald green bracelets), and other necessities for any glammed-up event. This shop would be the perfect place to find a handbag to match an awkwardly-coloured dress, or to shop for accessories for a wedding or cocktail outfit.

It happens every year, you'll be dragging yourself through the rain and misery of late September…read more Sniffling with your hood up, jeans drenched right up to the back of your knees and shoe's squelching in time with your foot steps. With one last curse directed at those smart-arses carrying umbrellas, and another ten at those smug bastards who are already inside, you say "fuck it, I'm getting a hat, scarf and gloves". And they're all going to be rainbow colored to reflect the variety of bad language you've just used to describe the weather. At which point you find yourself here, holding a soggy fiver with a shivering hand. Five minutes later you're wrapped up and toasty, with a cup of tea, in Bewleys. Gameball.

I see all of the previous reviews are pre-COVID. Rest assured, they are still in business and…read morestill a marvelous store. I found exactly the tweed hat I had been searching in every store we passed. They have a marvelous stock of beautiful clothing. If I lived in a more tweed-friendly climate I surely would have spent many, many euros filling my closet with jackets, vests and coats. The prices aren't low, but they reflect the quality of the goods.

Every time I've been in Dublin, I've stopped in here for a new hat and coat. The selection is…read morewonderful and the staff couldn't be more friendly. My long tweed coat fits perfectly and the tweed has a wonderful feel to it. The stacks of hats alone are a thing to marvel at. So many colors in every fractional size you can desire...unless you have a truly odd-shaped head. Maybe they can do custom work for that.

We received exceptional service from the ladies at Kilkenny shop…read more They have a large range of items from handmade candy, luxury crystal, wool blankets and clothing apparel. Ruth was really helpful and set the items we selected aside as we shopped to our hands free. They have change rooms for you to try clothing as needed and an attendant to help you find sizes. What was really unique and cool to see was the Irish gold jewelry pieces and to learn the history about the particular source of the gold. They sell quality products from local and Irish companies. I really enjoyed finding true Irish based products. Thank you ladies!! I was in Dublin for just 7 days and I came back to this shop twice! 10 out of 10 highly recommend!

I went in there a few weeks ago with my Dad buying some things for Christmas. Everyone who we dealt…read morewith was lovely however, when my Dad asked them where the lift was because we were hungry. We were told by a retail worker who looked ashamed, that they did not have lifts. Only stairs. l then looked at the stairs and it looked like Mount Everest to me. My disability is 90% invisible however I know my limits and I had my wheelchair with me that day. The lovely retail worker offered us free tea or coffee for us to go. However at this point I felt dejected. All I wanted to do was get something to eat with my father. To whoever owns this store an/or the building; DO BETTER! How would you feel if you couldn't see half the shop? Grab a bite to eat and a drink? How would you feel if that was your child? We are only a few days away from 2026 and to see this type of discrimination against disabled people is shocking. I am n mincing my words. It was pure discrimination. Pure and simple.

Has anyone seen that show Anonymous where Jason Byrne dresses up 'celebrities' in all kinds of make…read moreup and wigs and things and totally changes their appearances. I was watching recently were they dressed the celeb up as an old woman and made her go into a luggage shop and make the poor person who worked there demonstrate how the bag worked and how to roll it back and forth, etc. You get the gist. That's exactly what I think of everytime I walk past this shop. It's got all kinds of bags for all kinds of occassions and travels. They've got suitcase, backpacks, rucksacks, duffle bags, etc. They've even got a bag there that you could quite possibly fit a whole person into!

I personally find the bag shop to be the best value place to go buy a school bag, fashion bag or…read moresuitcase! They have all sizes for your needs, and everything i have bought so far has been really good quality. I particularly recommend the the jan sport bags for a good all round durable schoolbag that isn't hideous! The shop's staff are all very helpful and if you're buying a suitcase and are worried about baggage limits they'll be more than happy to find the right bag for you.