Small shop, just the shop owner was there when I popped my head in. He's licensed to sell…read moreprescription sunglasses, so that's useful. The prices here are a bit high, as to be expected of designer brand sunglasses. I was simply looking for reliable and sturdy sunglasses for functional use, rather than fashion. The owner was quite helpful and let me go through a variety of frames until I found what I was looking for.

I was astonished with the customer service offered to my mother and myself by sunglasses.ie on…read moreDawson street. She spent 145euro on replacing the lenses of her sunglasses due to them being of sentimental value. She thus entrusted sunglasses.ie to look after them. She was quoted one week for her glasses with new lenses to be ready and after three weeks she called to be informed they were unsure of their whereabouts. Upon tracking down her sunglasses, they found nothing had been done with them and they were left sitting there for three weeks! She called into the shop twice and phoned again a couple of times more and eventually after over a month, she got them back. This was during summer and due to her getting migraines from light, she of course had to buy new sunglasses to wear in the meantime. When I finally collected the sunglasses for her as soon as they were ready, the gentleman we were told was the manager handed me back the sunglasses with dirty lenses! He asked me were they ok and I had to tell him I didn't know as I couldn't see what was scratches and what was smudges. They weren't even in a box, just a small piece of thin foam with an elastic band tight around them. I told the manager I was unhappy at how stressed my mother had been by trying to get her glasses back as she had even asked by this point to have them back whatever way they were currently, she just wanted them back. The manager said he didn't know anything about the case, despite my mother having explained it on the phone to him earlier that day. He was completely unapologetic and the other staff also behaved unapologetically and rudely. No refund was offered, not even a discount for all of the distress and on top of this, when I sent an email of complaint they didn't even have the decency to respond! One of the worst customer service experienced I have ever encountered. Truly awful.

beautiful place for whimsical souls. so many odds and ends, ranges of styles from all sorts of eras…read moreand it seems like anyone could find at least one thing that speaks to them based on the variety i found in the shop. there was an excess of gothic items which was perfect for me, i ended up finding quite a lot of pieces that are all marvellous additions to my wardrobe. also chatted with one of the amazing staff for quite a bit after purchasing one of her fav tops from the shop and i will protect it with my life. friendly is an understatement, the owners really do have a passion for what they do and i felt i was in my element. so sad i could not have stayed in dublin longer or else i would frequent this shop to the point where i would practically live there. thank you so much for the beautiful clothes and for showing me the colourful side of the city will come back as soon as i can xx

Lucy's Lounge is a find! Hidden in the basement of a Temple Bar building, this second-hand shop is…read morean absolute treasure trove. Filled with cutesy clothes, jewellery, accessories, children's toys, old books and the like, Lucy's Lounge is a perfect portal for mid-afternoon shopping heaven. Who knows what precious knick knacks you'll come across in this tiny basement? The shopkeeper is fitted out in an intriguing blend of the shop's wares, intricately done up in shawl, flowery hat, old fashioned dress and a mish-mash of accessories. She is a cross between Mary Poppins and the 'feed the birds' woman, and she is lovely lovely lovely! There are some exquisite discoveries to be made by whoever has the patience to sift through the wares in this store. Whether you're on the hunt for a vintage dress, a tacky 80s fluoro ski jacket, a pair of dainty gloves or a funky wall hanging, this place is worth a look! Beware: this shop is only open Thur - Sat 1pm - 6pm and Sun 3pm - 6pm. Time your trip accordingly!

As an American missing target, I loved Dunnes! I was shocked about the amount of fashion in a store…read morethat also sells diapers. The current holiday collections rival large department store chains but the prices are phenomenal. Most things I picked up were under 30 euros. The candle selection was also amazing with beautiful luxury candles for 4 euros. I'll be bringing many of those back in my suitcase!

This new store is an effort by the Dunnes group to compete in high street fashion, they renovated…read morethis enormous store which also opens into the Ilac centre and filled it to the brim with all their fashion lines, cosmetics and accessories. I have to say they did a really good job and this store certainly has the high street feel of River Island or Oasis and feels like it's a long way from the supermarket. The stock is pretty good too... probably the best clothing range of any Dunnes, and all with Dunnes prices which are certainly competitive. On the top floor they have quite a nice restaurant and cafe bar which you might find yourself gravitating too once you've tried it.

I cannot recommend this optician highly enough. I went back after 6 years, and the girl remembered…read moreme! She spent time showing me a few frames she thought would suit me, and i have to say all were fab, and i ended up with an amazing pair of Gucci frames. The best part was the price.. there was'nt much difference in what i would have spent in vision express, and with the very relaxed atmosphere, the time spent with me and the designer glasses( that will last a few years) it was worth every penny.. If you are looking for new specks please go and have a look, and you will also be supporting a small Irish business.. Definitely a 5 star recommendation ..

From the owner: Temple Bar Opticians (Grants) is located right in the heart of Dublin. You will find us right…read moreacross from the Ha'penny Bridge on Wellington Quay. As well as providing all the services you would expect from your optician, we specialise in prescription and non prescription designer sunglasses. We have built up a reputation as one of the leading providers in the area, delivering professionally but with a friendly touch. We have been here for over 40 years and continue to provide the best service possible to Dublin and beyond. Our expert team are on hand to carry out your eye examination, including eye tests for the driving license application. A regular eye exam is very important, as it can reveal a range of other issues, including high blood pressure and diabetes. We take eye care very seriously and are very thorough in our examinations. All our glasses are fully checked and we ensure that they fit you just right before you leave our store. Any adjustments that need to made to help you see better or make your glasses more comfortable are carried out. Our frames come in a range of different styles, from budget styles, right up to designers like Gucci and Ray-Ban

I think this little kiosk in the middle of Stephen's Green Shopping Centre has a better selection…read morethan the sunglass counters in Arnotts and Brown Thomas, though it is equally expensive. You'll find mostly designer and high-end shades here. This is a great place to come if you're looking specifically for Oakley or Ray-Bans, because they have a large selection of both for men and women. I found the staff a little annoying because they asked me a few times if I needed help. I think they get kind of nervous if you actually start trying some sunglasses on because they're so expensive... They were just doing their job though so whatevs.

Why 'Sunglass Hut' rather than 'Sunglasses Hut'? CAn sunglasses be singular? Would you buy one…read moresunglass? Anyway, arguments about silly names aside, Sunglass Hut is where to go to buy your designer shades. Hugo Boss, Calvin Klein, Ray Bans and Oakleys can all be found here. The prices are ridiculously high, but then again I'm not the kind of person who would ever fork out for designer eyewear so I think all of these places are a rip off.

I have been dealing with Vision Express on Henry street for the past 3 years :) I wear my glasses…read moreall day everyday so I need a reliable opticians - Vision Express are just that!!! This store is on a high street so it can become busy - be patient and you will be looked after - top notch service! I have bought three pairs of glasses from this store, including sunglasses. I had searched high and low for a suitable pair of glasses and I did not come across a store with such a extensive range. I recently enquired about buying prescription goggles for swimming and I was shocked at the price...€29+change...and they are really good quality!!! Hint: if you do experience any problems with this store then you should realise that some people might just be having a bad day..the general public are not always the nicest...and be smart...inform the manager if you have a problem...I dealt with the manager when I was buying my goggles and he was brilliant!!! Had to have an eye exam - again very good value €29+change - very

Pleasant doctor - unpleasant receptionist…read more The doctor was grand, but the receptionist had a bit of an attitude problem. I arrived at 20 minutes to closing time to get a driver license eye exam. There was no queue and the doctor was available immediately. The exam was 20 Euro. The first thing I noticed was that the receptionist was annoyed that I was there. It wasn't that close to closing time and the eye exam would only take a few minutes. I offered to leave if it was too close to shutting time, but the doctor said nonsense it only takes a few minutes. The receptionist maintained her lemon-sucking expression. The exam was indeed quick. About 10 minutes. I found out I had 20/15 vision and I got my paper stamped for the government. He didn't rush, even though it was close to closing. He checked my eyes, did the chart, checked my side vision, asked the standard form of questions, and was polite and personable. Pros: The doctor seemed able, was very polite, non-rushed, and friendly. Cons: The receptionist was rude. 20 Euros is a bit dear for the service.

Sunglass hut. The title annoys me. Are they only selling one sun'glass'?…read more The prices also annoy me. If they're not prescription they can get the boat. People who spend this kind of money on silly looking sunglasses deserve to look like douche bags.

I went to MacNally's last year having gone to a high street brand for years and I expected to pay…read moremore, but also to get a better level of care. Unfortunately it was a costly mistake. Ironically the two consultants I met first, had been trained in Specsavers and to be honest they were lovely, but the owner/optician who did the final consultation was awful.I felt pushed into getting a pair of bi focal glasses with top end frames and they really were no fit for purpose. I returned in a couple of weeks to say that I just could not see the computer properly and I had stated that this was my main reason for needing the glasses. The owner dismissed me and said I just needed to get used to them. A year later, I am almost a thousand euro down,the expensive frames broke and the glasses are useless to me.Never again !

MacNally Opticians are the super-coolest opticians in Dublin, from their smooth talking logo, down…read moreto their suave website, these guys have got style. Okay, I'm getting carried away here, they really do have some really nice frames but they're all top drawer stuff, most of them are titanium, and all of them are on the pricey side. The staff couldn't be nicer, even when a scruff like me, obviously not wearing glasses, walks in for a poke about I was greeted cordially. So, if I ever need glasses, and have a little more change than usual jingling about in my pocket, I'll hit MacNally Opticians.

In town and ran out of my cream. Ran into the store and picked it up. It's a really nice store…read morewith some really nice clothes that I usually fin in the U.S. It is nice to be able to come in and feel right at home with finding my things that I use. I love to wander and shop the racks when there is a sale going on.

I visited Dublin from NYC for the first time in May to celebrate my birthday so I was already in a…read moreTreat Yo' Self mentality but as soon as I stepped foot in Brown Thomas, I knew I was going to do some damage. We visited this department store a few days over the course of our trip. I wasn't sure at first what I was planning to buy but I kept eyeing one of the Louis Vuitton perfumes that I had previously discovered on a trip to Maui. Their perfumes are definitely on the pricey side but the nice thing is they're small enough for carry on liquid limits, they have a magnetic lid, and they're refillable - and the refills are also cheaper than the initial bottle purchase. The amount of times I sprayed that perfume on myself over my Maui and Dublin trips, I was sold - so that was my first add to cart moment. Next, was a belt. I thought I wanted a Gucci Marmot belt but my cousin convinced me to check out the Celine department - instead I went with a Triomphe belt. It's such a classic and timeless design so it was the right choice. And finally - the ultimate big purchase was in the Chanel department. For a long time I have been eyeing the goatskin grosgrain cap toe slingback heels. I have tried them on in NYC before but hadn't gone through with a purchase - until this trip; it was finally time! Also to add, every single sales person that we interacted with was incredibly nice. Elsewhere, designer stores don't always have the best customer service; however, I felt nothing but kindness when I was mulling over my big purchases - which to me were really big. And they were kind enough to combine them into one receipt so I could get the best VAT refund as well so extra thanks to each of the sales persons who helped me. The VAT refund process was super easy too - I just dropped off the completed form with receipt information at the airport and after a few weeks received the credit on my cad.

Penneys is the sister company of Primark. Formed it Dublin in the late 60s, outside of Ireland it's…read moreknow as Primark. They carry the same styles and fashions at affordable prices="fast fashion". I've bought several pieces that I still wear and love. Whenever I'm in Dublin I like to do a bit of stocking up and the O'Connell Street location is one of my faves. The store is bright, spacious, and clean.

This Penneys has gotten the revamp it deserves, FINALLY!!!! I am so happy to be able to hop off the…read morebus on O'Connell Street, pop into Penneys and pick up whatever essentials or random things I fancy. They have completely rearranged the store and it's honestly a million times better now and definitely in a much more presentable state for a shop on O'Connell Street. Homewares are now located upstairs instead of in the basement, and there is a couch area across from the changing rooms at the back of the store for people to take a little rest which is a really nice and sophisticated addition, I don't think I've ever seen a seating area in any Penneys store besides at the shoes. Great area, same up to date stock as Mary Street store and saves you having to tip off down there if you're in a rush.