100 Best Shops Ireland 2024

THE GLOSS + THE SHOPKEEPERS

THE GLOSS + THE SHOPKEEPERS roundup of 100 Best Irish Shops 2024. Following on the success of our 2023 and 2022 lists we have uncovered some new gems to share this year as well as shining a light on a diverse collection of the best womenswear boutiques, specialty stores, interior shops, lifestyle & homeware shops, pottery shops, menswear stores, jewelry shops, gift shops, children's shops, flower & plant shops, vintage & antique shops and bookshops.

1. Folkster

Womenswear

Irish, female-owned, independent fashion and accessory store.

Dublin Store 11 South William Street, Dublin 2, IE

2. Helen McAlinden

Womenswear

Elegant and timeless womenswear by Irish designer Helen McAlinden.

Dublin Store 19 Drury Street, Dublin 2, IE

3. Beautiful South

Womenswear

A womenswear boutique with a modern, elegant aesthetic.

Dublin Store 3D Castlewood Avenue, Rathmines, Dublin 6, D06 W8Y7, IE

4. Costume

Womenswear

Independent luxury multi-brand womenswear and accessories boutique.

Dublin Store 10/11 Castle Market, Dublin, D02 VH04, IE

5. Electra

Womenswear Gift

Boutique with a great edit of French and Italian designers.

Dublin Store 12 Donnybrook Road, Donnybrook, Dublin, D04 E3P4, IE

6. Emporium Kalu

Womenswear

Women's fashion boutique showcasing innovative designers.

Naas Store 16 South Main Street, Naas, Co. Kildare, IE

7. Envoy of Belfast

Womenswear

A multi-brand boutique of timeless, beautifully crafted womenswear.

Belfast Store 4 Wellington Street, Belfast, BT1 6HT, UK

8. Fran + Jane

Womenswear

Multi-brand boutique with labels from around the world.

Blackrock Store 2A Main Street, Blackrock, Co. Dublin, A94 K6R3, IE

10. Havana

Womenswear

Ireland's edgiest fashion destination boutique founded in 1994.

Dublin Store 2 Anglesea House, Donnybrook Road, Dublin , D04 XE44, IE

11. Khan

Womenswear

Women's designer boutique in charming Blackrock village.

Dublin Store 15 Rock Hill, Blackrock, Co. Dublin, A94 V6X8, IE

12. Louise Kennedy

Womenswear

Louise Kennedy's elegant flagship store in a Georgian townhouse.

Dublin Store 56 Merrion Square South, Dublin, D02 WF21, IE

13. Om Diva

Womenswear Vintage Homeware

A shop with four floors of contemporary and vintage womenswear, jewelry, and homewares.

Dublin Store 27 Drury Street, Dublin 2, IE

14. Please Don't Tell

Womenswear

Fashionable modern woman's boutique with a focus on quality and sustainability.

Belfast Store 675 Lisburn Road, Belfast, BT9 7GT, UK

15. Samui

Womenswear

Women's boutique offering a curated collection of contemporary luxury labels.

Cork Store 17 Drawbridge Street, Cork City, T12 NX80, IE

16. Scout

Lifestyle Womenswear Apothecary Gift

A lifestyle store offering timeless, unique, functional, and well-crafted goods.

Dublin Store 5 Smock Alley Court, Essex Street West, Temple Bar, Dublin, IE

17. Seagreen

Womenswear

Pretty womenswear boutique on Monkstown's charming crescent.

Monkstown Store 6-7A Monkstown Crescent, Monkstown, Co. Dublin, A94 HN50, IE

18. Slow Street

Womenswear

Womenswear boutique with a focus on stylish clothing that is sustainably manufactured.

Dublin Store 16 Main Street, Blackrock, A94 F5Y3, IE

19. 99b Concept Store

Womenswear

Lovely selection of Irish, Swedish, French, Spanish and Finnish womenswear and accessories.

Dublin Store 99b Rathgar Road, Rathgar, Dublin, D06 P6X6, IE

20. Susan Hunter

Womenswear

A luxury lingerie boutique specializing in natural fabrics.

Dublin Store 13 Westbury Mall, Balfe Street, Dublin, D02 XC78, IE

21. Cloth

Fabric Sewing

A shop filled with premium natural fabrics from Irish linen and tweeds to silk and cashmere.

Dublin Store 15 Westbury Mall, Balfe Street, Dublin , D02 PN77, IE

22. Cloon Keen

Beauty

Handcrafted artisan perfumes rooted in Irish tradition.

Dublin Store Unit 3 Powerscourt Townhouse, 59 William Street South, Dublin 2, D02 HF95, IE

Galway Store 21A High Street, Galway, H91 Y266, IE

23. Cushendale

Textiles Homeware

Woollen mill crafting textiles, spinning yarn and weaving blankets.

Kilkenny Store Mill Road, Graignamanagh, Co. Kilkenny, WR95 PP83, IE

24. Flock

Arts & Craft

A studio shop featuring a collection of handcrafted wool animals.

Dublin Store 72 Benburb Street, Smithfield, Dublin 7, D07 N996, IE

25. Hunter Paper Co

Stationery

A stationery shop showcasing their own letterpress designs and complementary products.

Belfast Store 366 Upper Newtownards Road, Belfast, BT4 3EX, UK

26. Kinsale Leather

Accessories

Small batch hand-crafted, classic leather bags and accessories.

Kinsale Store 46 Main Street, Kinsale, Co. Cork, P17 DX54, IE

27. Optica

Accessories

An award-winning elegant design-led, luxury eyewear boutique.

Dublin Store 6 Dawson Street, Dublin, D02 E763, IE

28. Parfumarijia

Beauty

Luxury niche perfume shop, home to many rare and special scents.

Dublin Store 25 Westbury Mall, Clarendon Street, Dublin, IE

29. Paula Rowan

Accessories

Internationally renowned couture leather glove designer boutique.

Dublin Store 31 Westbury Mall, Dublin 2, IE

30. The Triggerfish Cookshop

Kitchenware

Well-stocked shop featuring professional grade cookware and kitchen equipment.

Dublin Shop 2b Main Street, Blackrock, Co. Dublin, A94 RX45, IE

31. This Is Knit

Knitting Arts & Craft

Mother-daughter yarn shop specializing in natural fibres.

Dublin Store Powerscourt Townhouse, South William Street, Dublin 2 D02 YD58, USA

32. A Broader Picture

Homeware

A contemporary home goods and gift shop on Ireland's North Coast.

Portstewart Store 39-40 The Promenade, Portstewart, BT55 7AE, UK

33. April and the Bear

Homeware Furniture

Home decor and furniture store with art prints and gifts.

Dublin Store 213 Rathmines Road Lower, Rathmines, Dublin 6, D06 A0E7, IE

34. BTS Concept Store

Homeware Furniture Paint

Interior and lifestyle store inspired by coastal living.

Portrush Store 58 Main Street, Portrush, BT56 8BL, UK

35. Hedgeroe Home

Homeware Furniture

Elegant interiors, furniture, lighting, and home accessories.

Dublin Store Unit 1 The View, Carrickmines Manor, Carrickmines, Co. Dublin, D18 C6V4, IE

36. House McGrath

Furniture Homeware Vintage

A curated collection of sustainable furniture and artisanal homewares.

Cork Store 102 St Patrick's Woollen Mills, Douglas, Cork, T12 T283, IE

37. Interiors Atelier

Homeware Furniture

Irish made and designed furniture and home decor pieces.

Dublin Store 23 Dunville Avenue, Ranelagh, Dublin 6, D06 R5W4, IE

38. Maven

Homeware Furniture Textiles

Furniture and home goods sourced from the world’s leading design brands.

Belfast Store The Bank, 364 Lisburn Rd, Belfast, BT9 6GL, UK

39. Nordic Elements

Homeware Furniture Rugs

Showroom and design studio showcasing all things Scandinavian for the home.

Dublin Store 38 Main Street, Blackrock, Co. Dublin, A94 H244, IE

40. Provenance

Homeware Antiques Art

Interior design shop and studio creating warm and comfortable homes.

Clifden Store Market Street, Clifden, Co. Galway, H71 YP65, IE

41. The Wilds

Homeware Coffee

A café, home, and lifestyle store selling furniture, homewares, and gifts.

Wexford Store 23 Weafer Street, Enniscorthy, Co. Wexford, Y21 K702, IE

42. Killian McNulty

Antiques

Antique furniture, primarily from the 1970s, alongside art and decorative objects.

Dublin Store 69-70 Francis Street, The Liberties, Dublin 2, IE

43. Ardmore Pottery

Ceramics

A pottery studio and shop located on a steep hill overlooking the sea.

Cliff Road, Ardmore, Co. Waterford, P36 A028, IE

44. Brookwood Pottery

Ceramics Gift

An old post office turned pottery selling Irish craft and design.

Marino Store 3 Marino Mart, Marino, Dublin 3, D03 Y298, IE

45. Article

Homeware Gift

Home goods and gift shop with a focus on tabletop and stationery goods.

Dublin Store Powerscourt Townhouse, South William Street , Dublin 2, D02 T189, IE

46. Begley & Bowie

Art Womenswear Kids

Colorful, playful prints decorate casual clothing, art prints, and accessories.

Kenmare Store 16 Henry Street, Kenmare, Co. Kerry, V93 F891, IE

47. Foxford

Homeware Textiles

A mill founded in 1892 manufacturing the fine wool throws and blankets.

Mayo Store Providence Road, Foxford, Co. Mayo, F26 H9E4, IE

48. Granny's Bottom Drawer

Homeware

Beautifully crafted home goods by Irish and European makers.

53 Main Street, Kinsale, Co. Cork, P17 X571, IE

49. Hark

Homeware Gift Hardware

Timeless, useful, well-designed products that stand the test of time.

Dalkey Store 42 Castle Street, Dalkey, Co. Dublin, A96 XR23, IE

50. Industry & Co

Homeware Accessories Beauty Books Jewelry Coffee

Lifestyle store with two neighboring locations and a café.

Drury Street Store 41 a/b Drury Street, Dublin 2, D02 CD56, IE

Exchequer Street Store 14 Exchequer Street, Dublin 2, D02 A407, IE

51. Irish Design Shop

Jewelry Homeware Textiles Ceramics Art

A design-led shop featuring a new generation of handmade Irish crafts and makers.

Dublin Store 41 Drury Street, Dublin, IE

52. Jennifer Slattery

Womenswear Textiles

Irish linen and wool heirloom-worthy homeware and clothing products.

Dublin Store 74 Benburb Street, Smithfield , Dublin 7, D07 N996, IE

53. Joyce's Craft Shop

Jewelry

Founded in 1895, a shop featuring Connemara marble jewelry and Irish crafts.

Recess, Connemara, Co. Galway, H91 Y8PN, IE

54. Sahara

Homeware Jewelry Textiles

An array of handmade African goods including baskets, jewelry and accessories.

Dublin Store 69C George's Street Upper, Dun Laoghaire, Co. Dublin, A96 X710, IE

55. STABLE of Ireland

Textiles Homeware Womenswear Menswear

Clothing and homewares with a fresh, modern take on traditional Irish crafts and textiles.

Dublin Store 2 Westbury Mall, Balfe Street, Dublin, IE

56. The Blue Door

Homeware Furniture Garden

Scandinavian-style design led furnishings and gifts for the home.

Monkstown Store 16B Monkstown Crescent, Monkstown, Co. Dublin, A94 XP44, IE

57. The Old Mill Store

Homeware Gift

Part lifestyle shop, part experimental showcase for unusual homeware and design.

Cork Store Connonagh Village, Gortroe, Leap, Co. Cork, P81 RV10, IE

58. Ecru Studios

Lifestyle Womenswear

Stylish womenswear and accessories as well as home decor pieces.

Dublin Store The Westbury Mall, Balfe Street, Dublin 2, IE

59. Magee 1866

Womenswear Menswear Homeware Textiles

Weaving and tailoring Irish fabric and clothing since 1866.

Donegal Store The Diamond, Donegal Town, Co Donegal, F94 AVN2, IE

Dublin Store 21-22 South Anne Street, Dublin 2, DO2 TY48, IE

60. Indigo & Cloth

Lifestyle Homeware Menswear Womenswear Coffee

A lifestyle store and speciality café located in the heart of vibrant Temple Bar, Dublin.

Dublin Store 9 Essex Street, Temple Bar, Dublin, 2, IE

61. Kevin & Howlin

Menswear Womenswear Accessories

Donegal tweed specialists and tailors established in 1936.

Dublin Store 31 Nassau St, Dublin 2, D02 W205, Ireland, 31 Nassau Street, Dublin 2, D02 W205, IE

62. Kindf_olk

Menswear Coffee Gift

Sustainable, modern lifestyle, menswear and coffee shop.

Galway Store Unit 10, The Cornstore, Middle Street, Galway, H91 H3N8, IE

63. The Bureau

Menswear

Menswear with an emphasis on heritage, durability, and workwear brands.

Belfast Store B2 Portview , Newtownards Road, Belfast, BT4 1HE, UK

64. Boodles

Jewelry

Fine jewelry boutique, a family-run business since 1798.

Dublin Store 71 Grafton Street, Dublin 2, D02 NR04, IE

65. Chupi

Jewelry

Jewelry to celebrate life’s precious moments of love, hope and everything in between.

Dublin Store Powerscourt Townhouse Centre, Clarendon Street, Dublin 2, D02 FX73,, IE

66. ESL

Jewelry

Goldsmiths known for remodeling clients’ existing jewellery pieces.

Dublin Store 2 Chatham Street, Dublin 2, D02 H302, IE

67. Loulerie

Jewelry

Luxury and fashion jewelry boutique offering fine and bold pieces.

Dublin Store 14B Chatham Street, Dublin 2, IE

68. MoMuse

Jewelry

Minimal modern jewelry inspired by travel and the night sky.

Dublin Store Powerscourt Townhouse , South William Street, Dublin, D02 HF95, IE

69. One Dame Lane

Jewelry

Jewelry collection inspired by spiritual practices in Reiki and Seichim.

Greystones Store The Carriage House, Church Road, Greystones, Co. Wicklow, A63 VH67, IE

70. Rare Jewellery Design

Jewelry

Classic and contemporary hand-crafted jewelry by Irish goldsmiths.

Dublin Store 12 Castle Market, Dublin 2, D02 ND91, IE

71. Seoidín

Jewelry

Bespoke jewelry inspired by colors and patterns of the Irish landscape.

Ennis Store 52 O'Connell Street, Clonroad Beg, Ennis, Co. Clare, V95 RX93, IE

Eiles Ennis Store 45 Abbey Street, Clonroad Beg, Ennis, Co. Clare, V95 KN73, IE

Skerries Store 18 Strand Street, Townparks, Skerries, Co. Dublin, K34 XV38, IE

Limerick Store 54 Thomas Street, Prior's-Land, Limerick, V94 P5P0, IE

72. Stonechat Jewellers

Jewelry

Jewelry combining traditional goldsmithing techniques with clean, contemporary design.

Dublin Store Westbury Mall, Dublin , D02 RK81, IE

73. Weir & Sons

Jewelry Gift

Founded in 1869, Weir & Sons is still a family-run business.

Dublin Store 96-99 Grafton Street, Dublin 2, D02 WR12, IE

74. Killruddery Farm Shop

Food Bakery Flowers Gift

Killruddery's Stable yard is home to a Farm Shop, market, and flower and garden centre.

Killruddery Estate Southern Cross, Killruddery Demesne East, Bray, Co. Wicklow, USA

75. Amo & Pax

Gift

Handmade items, womenswear, Irish ceramics, as well as homewares and gifts.

Wicklow Store Kilmacanogue , Wicklow, A98 XY66, IE

76. Coffeewerk + Press

Coffee Homeware Books

Award-winning coffee shop and a selection Scandinavian / Japanese homeware and gifts.

Galway Store 4 Quay Street, Galway, Co. Galway, IE

77. Rosalins

Gift Kids Books

Former newsagents now a charming neighborhood gift, book and homeware shop.

Dublin Store 42 Dunville Avenue, Dublin 6, D06 E894, IE

78. Russborough House

Homeware Gift

Homeware and gift shop inspired by the beauty and heritage of Russborough House.

Blessington Store Blessington, Co. Wicklow, W91 W284, IE

79. Barn

Kids Toys

A modern children's lifestyle store with clothing, toys and home goods.

Dublin Store 21 Exchequer Street, Dublin 2, D02 V611, IE

80. Halfway Up The Stairs

Books Kids Toys

Books for children, from babies to young adults, and a selection of toys.

Greystones Store Unit 1 Malvern, La Touche Place, Greystones, Co. Wicklow, A63 V624, IE

81. Jane Carroll Design

Kids

Children's shop showcasing Jane Carroll designed quilts.

Blackrock Store 1 Main Street, Blackrock, Co. Dublin, A94 CH04, IE

82. Over The Moon

Kids

A selection of classic baby wear, gifts and goods for the nursery.

Monkstown Store 26 Monkstown Crescent, Monkstown, Co. Dublin, A94 E2T0, IE

83. The Little Wooden Peg

Kids

Simple, beautifully crafted children's toys and clothing.

Dublin Store 55 George's Street Upper, Dún Laoghaire, Co. Dublin, A96 DK26, IE

84. Wooden Heart

Kids Toys Books

High-quality wooden toys that spark childhood imagination and creativity.

Galway Store 3 Quay Street, Galway, H91 TC95, IE

85. Hopeless Botanics

Plants

A modern urban oasis specializing in gorgeous house plants.

Dublin Store Unit 5 Dean Street, The Liberties, Dublin, D08 RR44, IE

86. Howbert & Mays

Garden Plants Homeware Art

House and garden shops with a selection of plants, gardening supplies, and home decor.

Dublin Store 16 Clare Street, Dublin , IE

Monkstown Store 27 Monkstown Crescent, Monkstown, Co. Dublin, IE

87. The Garden

Flowers Plants

Wild and natural florals inspired by Connemara in a stunning Georgian setting.

Dublin Store Powerscourt Centre, 59 South William Street, Dublin, IE

88. A Store is Born

Vintage

Vintage clothing and accessories established in 1983.

Dublin Store 34 Clarendon Street, Dublin, D02 DE61, IE

89. Dirty Fabulous

Vintage Womenswear

Vintage bridal, evening wear, and accessories boutique.

Monaghan Store 40-41 Glaslough Street, Roosky, Monaghan, H18 DF89, IE

90. Jenny Vander

Vintage Womenswear Jewelry

Fabulous assortment of vintage costume jewelry, gowns, and accessories.

Dublin Store 50 Drury Street, Dublin, D02 K462, IE

91. Siopaella

Vintage

Consignment store specialising in Chanel, Louis Vuitton and Chanel.

Dublin Store 30 Wicklow Street, Dublin, D02 Y037, IE

92. Joy Thorpe Antiques

Antiques

Antique & vintage homeware with a mix of unique gifts in a historic green building.

Castlecomer Store The Commercial Establishment, Kilkenny Street, Castlecomer, Co. Kilkenny, IE

93. The Old Courthouse Greyabbey & Collectable Quilt Company

Textiles Vintage Antiques

Antiques,textiles and interior decor in the historic antiques village of Greyabbey.

Greyabbey Store The Old Courthouse , 2A The Square, Greyabbey, County Down, BT22 2QA, IE

94. The Rustic House

Vintage Antiques

Rustic and quirky antique shop in the village of Rathdrum, Co. Wicklow

Wicklow Store 25 Main Street, Rathdrum, Co. Wicklow, A67 YF88, IE

95. The Store Yard

Antiques Vintage Furniture Homeware

An impressive collection of architectural salvage, vintage, retro furniture and curios.

Portlaoise Store Kea-Lew Business & Retail Park, Mountrath Road, Portlaoise, Co. Laois R32 TRK4, USA

Youghal Store 94 North Main Street, Youghal, Co. Cork P36 KF90, USA

96. Books at One

Books

A collective of three locally managed community bookshops.

Louisburgh Store Bridge Street, Clooncarrabaun

Connemara Store 5 Ellis Workshops , Letterfrack, Connemara, Co. Galway, H91 N8PK, IE

Dublin Store 46/47 Meath Street, The Liberties, Dublin 8, D08 K1V7, IE

97. Books Upstairs

Books

Dublin's oldest independent bookstore, established in 1978.

Dublin Store 17 D'Olier Street, Dublin, 2, IE

98. The Last Bookshop

Books

Secondhand bookshop with a large section on Irish interest section.

Dublin Store 61 Camden Street Lower, Dublin, D02 VY17, IE

99. The Library Project

Books Magazine

A dedicated art and photography bookstore with a wide selection of independent magazines.

Dublin Store 4 Temple Bar, Dublin 2, D02 YK53, IE

100. The Winding Stair

Books

Established in 1970, a bookstore with an iconic view of the Ha'penny bridge.

Dublin Store 40 Ormond Quay Lower, Dublin , D01 R9Y5, IE