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The Dublin Flea is hitting town this Sunday folks!

It’s happening from 11am until 5pm at the  Co-op, Newmarket, Dublin 8.

Don’t be late!

July Flea alert!

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It’s that time again peeps  - The Dublin Flea is coming to town this Sunday July 25th!

Expect the usual mix of bric-a-brac and vintage what nots!

It’s happening at the  Co-op in Newmarket, Dublin 8 from 11am until 5pm.

Enjoy!

Pop up Dublin Flea!

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Eeek if you didn’t get your fill at the Dublin Flea last weekend you’ll be pleased to hear that there will be a pop up flea in Dublin’s city centre this Sunday May 2nd.

It’s happening in the Eircom Carpark off Andrews Lane – just off Exchequer St and will be running from 12pm until 5.30pm ….see you there!

Dublin Flea Market

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It’s that time of the month again guys!

The Dublin Flea is happening this Sunday April 25th from 11am until 5pm at the Co-op, Newmarket, Dublin 8.

There’ll be vintage clothing,accessories, live music and general thrift!

Happy shopping!

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Calling all students!

The fab folks at Awear are holding a lock in of the clothing variety at their Henry Street branch tonight from 6pm to 8pm.

There’ll be 30% off Awears new collections,drinks courtesy of Bulmers Berry make-overs courtesy of GOSH and goodies bags for the first 200 guests to register.

If you fancy heading along simply pop your full name and college details in an email to party@awear.ie.

Enjoy!

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Morning peeps…news of a fab new initiative landed in savvy towers this morning……….

Businesses in Howth have launched the new Howth for €20.10 initiative which means for just €20.10 you’ll be able to enjoy amazing deals at a number of top class restaurants, pubs, hotels, day spa’s and golf courses all day every day until December!

Some of the offers available for €20.10 include nine holes of Golf followed by a Steak Sandwich at the DeerPark Hotel, Tapas, glass of wine and tea or coffee for two at Octopussy’s Tapas Bar, a four course set dinner including a glass of house wine at Casa Pasta, two dozen Oysters & two pints of Guinness at Ivan’s Oyster Bar, two Full Breakfasts with tea/coffee & orange juice OR two Chowder with two Pint Guinness from Quay West Café!

Other business taking part in Howth for €20.10 campaign include, Nicky’s Place, Beshoffs, Findlaters , Krugers , The Loft Restaurant , Abbey Tavern , The House restaurant, The King Sitric, Pangaea Day Spa and many others.

Enjoy!

Absolute Style at Set

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Calling all vintage lovers!

Get yourselves down to Langton’s House Hotel in Kilkenny for ‘Absolute Style at Set’ this Easter Bank holiday weekend.

There’ll be vintage fashion, style talks, a food fair and even a fashion inspired film day!

The event is running from Friday April 2nd to Sunday April 4th.

For more information on all the events visit the Set website.

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News just in!

The Fashion Exchange is coming to the Talbot Hotel, Wexford this Sunday March 21st!

Savvy Shoppers can exchange their preloved clothing, shoes and accessories for tokens between 10am and 2pm and return to swap them for lovely new goodies between 2.30pm and 6pm – simples!

You’ll find the Talbot Hotel on Trinity St, Wexford Town.

For more information phone The fashion Exchange on 086 3050855.

Admission is €6.

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If you fancy treating your mum Lush are hosting Mothers Day parties nationwide this Sunday March 14th.

There’ll be free foot and hand massages, facials and tea and cakes!

The Mothers Day parties are happening at Lush stores in Dublin, Belfast and Cork this Sunday March 14th.

The Dublin Flea is coming….

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It’s that time of the month again folks…The Dublin Flea Market is coming to the Co-op in Newmarket this Sunday from 11am until 5pm!

There’ll be the usual mix of vintage clothing, brick a brac and live music.

For more information check out the Dublin Flea’s website.

See you there!

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Fans of Avoca may be interested to hear that they are currently running cookery demonstrations every Tuesday throughout February in the Fernhouse Cafe at Kilmacanogue.

Demonstrations start at 9.45am and cost €10 per person or €25 including a two course tasting lunch.

To book phone Avoca on 01 274 6900.

Re dress 300x193 Crash Course in Fashion Skills

The fab folks at Re-Dress are back hosting their ever popular Crafternoon tea…perfect if your sick of shopping (say it ain’t so!) or just fancy creating your own designs for a change.

The one day fashion skills course for beginners covers the art of design, pattern drafting, basic alterations and upcycling.

The event is taking place on February 20th and tickets are priced at €80.

For more information email tickets@re-dress.ie.

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TSS towers got very excited when we found out about the vintage market and tea party that’s happening on Saturday February 5th in Waterford.

There’ll be clothing stalls selling vintage sunnies, chanel suits, 1980’s sportswear and food stalls selling jams ,chutneys, breads, and cakes.

There’ll also be a jazz due and they’ll be showing old movies….. If they play A Tree Grows in Brooklyn I might hop on the train !

It’s happening from 12noon until 6pm at the Greyfriars Gallery in Waterford City.

Have fun!

The January Dublin Flea Market

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It’s that time of the month again peeps – The Dublin Flea will be in town this Sunday January 31st from 11am until 5pm.

Expect to find an eclectic mix of vintage clothes and furniture along with some great live music.

Head for the Co-op, Newmarket, Dublin 8 and don’t be afraid to haggle!

January ToeJam Car Boot Sale

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Date for your diary’s Savvy Shoppers!

The Toejam Car Boot Sale is on this Saturday January 23rd from 1pm to 5pm and you can expect the usual mix of vintage finds,accessories and the odd bun or two.

Head for The Bernard Shaw – 11-12 South Richmond Street, Portobello,Dublin 2.

Enjoy!

C 300x242 Personalised Dior make up lessons at Brown Thomas

News just in…….Jamie Coombes, Dior National Make-up Artist will be flying in to share his professional tips and techniques during a personalised make-up lesson exclusively at Brown Thomas Dublin on Thursday January 21st and Friday January 22nd.

To book your lesson phone the Dior counter at Brown Thomas on 01 605 6666.

A €50 booking fee applies which will be redeemable against purchases made during the event.

Dublin Christmas Flea Market

It’s Dublin Flea time peeps!
The Christmas market is happening this Sunday December 20th from 11am until 5pm at the Co-op, Newmarket, Dublin 8………get there early for the good stuff!

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It’s Dublin Flea time peeps!

The Christmas Market is happening this Sunday December 20th from 11am until 5pm at the Coop, Newmarket, Dublin 8………get there early for the good stuff!

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We do love a good vintage market here at TSS so we’re pleased to bring you news of Market 4 Style which is taking place this Saturday December 19th in Chambers bar, Cork.
There’ll be free mulled wine, handmade jewellery, vintage handbags,fair-trade fashion, designer clothing and preloved clothing.
Perfect opportunity to tick a few more peeps of the list we think!
You’ll find the market at Chambers Bar, Washington Street, Cork and It’s open from 11am until 6pm – enjoy!

We do love a good vintage market here at TSS so we’re pleased to bring you news of Market 4 Style which is taking place this Saturday December 19th in Chambers bar, Cork.

There’ll be free mulled wine, handmade jewellery, vintage handbags,fair-trade fashion, designer clothing and preloved clothing.

Perfect opportunity to tick a few more peeps off the list we think!

You’ll find the market at Chambers Bar, Washington Street, Cork and It’s open from 11am until 6pm – enjoy!

Silent disco alert!

What do you get when you cross ice and 2 DJ’s………a Silent Disco on Ice, that’s what!
It’s happening every Tuesday until January 17th at the Rds Dublin…and if you prebook your tickets online you’ll get them for €10 – genius!
For more information check out the 7up on ice website.

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What do you get when you cross an ice rink and 2 DJ’s………a Silent Disco on Ice, that’s what!

It’s happening every Tuesday until January 17th at the RDS Dublin … pre-book your tickets online you’ll get them for €10 – genius!

For more information check out the 7up on ice website.

One of our favorite car boots sales Toejam is hitting our streets this saturday December 12th from 1pm to 7pm.
Expect pizza from the double decker Pizza Kitchen, Gammy xmas jumpers,Dutch hot tubs and mulled buckfast as well as the usual mix of vintage clothing and accessories.
Head for 11-12 South Richmond Street, Portobello,Dublin 2.
See you there!

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Toejam – one of our favourite car boots sales is hitting the streets this Saturday December 12th from 1pm to 7pm.

Alongside the exuberant fancy dress you can expect pizza from the Double Decker Pizza Kitchen, Gammy xmas jumpers, Dutch hot tubs and a few glasses of mulled buckfast – not forgetting the usual mix of vintage clothing and accessories. Entry is free but you will need to bring your voice with you for a bit of friendly haggling.

Head for The Bernard Shaw – 11-12 South Richmond Street, Portobello,Dublin 2.

Toe Jam

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Like a bolt from the blue it arrived ….. no ….. not Santa, but the release of next summers tickets for Electric Picnic. The line-up is yet to be announced but I’m thinking of putting a fiver on Jedward being on the main stage at EP 2010 !

If you’ve got the money and can book online early not only do you get tickets without the scramble but you’ll also get them at a discounted rate. We’ll try and get you some freebie’s for soap as soon as we can !

Click here for tickets.

Electric Picnic Tickets / ticketmaster

Cath Kidston Christmas Shopping Event

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If mum is still on your “to do” list present wise it might be worth your while to pop along to the Cath Kidston Christmas Shopping event taking place this Thursday December 10th from 9am until 10pm in Dundrum Town Centre.
There’ll be 15% off your shopping all day and some drinks and snacks to enjoy in the evening!
What more could a gal want, ehh??

Those of you who like their shopping with a discount and the personal touch might pop along to the Cath Kidston Christmas Shopping event taking place this Thursday December 10th from 9am until 10pm in Dundrum Town Centre.

There’ll be 15% off your shopping all day and some drinks and snacks to enjoy in the evening!

What more could a gal want, ehh??

Fran and Jane Customer Evening

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Calling all Fran and Jane fans……
There holding a customer evening this Thursday December 3rd from 6pm  at their store in Dundrum.
There’ll be wine, cupcakes and lots of special offers available on the evening – we like the sound of this!
You’ll Find the Fran and Jane Store on Level 2, Dundrum Town Centre ,Dublin 14.
For more information phone the store on 01 29 891 79.

Calling all Fran and Jane fans……

They will be holding a customer evening this Thursday December 3rd from 6pm  at their store in Dundrum.

You’ll get wine, cupcakes and lots of special offers on all the best Fran and Jane goodies available throughout the evening – we like the sound of this!

You’ll Find the Fran and Jane Store on Level 2, Dundrum Town Centre ,Dublin 14.

For more information phone the store on 01 29 891 79.

Dublin Docklands Christmas Market

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Date for your diarys peeps!
The annual twelve days of Christmas Market will be taking place in the Dublin docklands from December 12th to 23rd.
Expect lots of foodie and gift stalls and of course santa!
We’ll be popping along to the Barracuda barbeque stall to sample the roast pork, sausage & potato platters and to Sheridans Cheesemongers for some of the good stuff (cheese that is!).
For more information check out the dublin Docklands website.

Date for your diaries Savvy Shoppers !

The annual twelve days of Christmas Market will be taking place in the Dublin docklands from December 12th to 23rd.

Expect lots of foodie and gift stalls and of course Santa ( although I’m now at an age where I have my doubts ).

We’ll be popping along to the Barracuda Barbie stall to sample the roast pork, sausage & potato platters and to Sheridans Cheesemongers for some of the good stuff (cheese that is!) …. in the event your christmas cheer needs a bit of a kick start I’m sure the hot mulled wine might get things moving.

For more information check out the Dublin Docklands Website.

Dublin Docklands Christmas Market

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Foodie event alert……..Harvey Nics Dundrum are hosting a gourmet festive fete this Wednesday December 2nd from 6.30pm.
Visitors will have the opportunity to sample a mouth-watering selection of luxurious food and drink, and meet some of harvey’s specialist producers…sounds good to us!
To reserve your complimentary ticket phone 01 2910488.
oh and if you really want to stuff yourself you can always book yourself a table at the post-fate feast taking place in the restaurant afterwards…..enjoy!

Foodie event alert……..Harvey Nics Dundrum are hosting a gourmet festive fete this Wednesday December 2nd from 6.30pm.

Visitors will have the opportunity to sample a mouth-watering selection of luxurious food and drink and meet some of Harvey’s specialist producers…sounds good to us!

To reserve your complimentary ticket phone 01 2910488.

oh and if you really want to stuff yourself you can book yourself a table at the post-fete feast taking place in the restaurant afterwards…..enjoy!

The Dublin Flea Market

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If you’ve not been yet The Dublin Flea is a must, you’ll find a healthy mix of good coffee, vintage clothing, live music and general thrift!
It’s happening this Sunday November 29th from 11am until 5pm at the Coop, Newmarket, Dublin 8.
See you there!

If you’ve still not been The Dublin Flea Market is a must!

You’ll find a healthy mix of good coffee, vintage clothing, live music and general thrift – what more could you want?!!

It’s happening this Sunday November 29th from 11am until 5pm at The Coop, Newmarket, Dublin 8.

Quirky finds await!

French Knickers and Cocktails

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Our “Stuff to do” section has been subjected to lots of tumble weed of late but todays post will change all that because we’ve come across a fab event taking place in  Dublin on Tuesday night.
Ok ladies, if you’ve been neglecting your top drawer over the last few months we may have found just the solution!
The geniuses over at re-dress.ie have organised a “sew your own French Knickers” work shop where you’ll learn some new skills as well as how to work french frills!
Tickets are €20 and include all materials, a cocktail and a promise from the girls not to give out if your stitching goes crooked!
The two hour work shop takes place on Tuesday Night (Nov 24th) from 7-9pm in the Pygmalion Bar at The Powerscourt Townhouse Centre, Dublin 2.
To book e-mail tickets@re-dress.ie
See you there!

Ok ladies, if you’ve been neglecting your top drawer over the last few months we may have found just the solution……

The geniuses over at re-dress.ie have organised a “sew your own French Knickers” workshop where you’ll learn some new skills as well as how to work french frills!

Tickets are €20 and include all materials, a cocktail and a promise from the girls not to give out if your stitching goes crooked!

The two hour workshop takes place on Tuesday Night (Nov 24th) from 7-9pm in the Pygmalion Bar at The Powerscourt Townhouse Centre, Dublin 2.

To book e-mail tickets@re-dress.ie

See you there!

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Visit The Savvy Shopper on Twitter and Facebook …..Go On!….You know you want to!

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Roll up, roll up – The Toejam carboot sale is coming to town this Saturday October 31st…..and it’s fancy dress – how exciting!
There’ll be the usual mix of Vintage clothing, odds & ends, music, cupcakes and a great atmosphere!
Just head for The Bernard Shaw, 11 – 12 South Richmond Street, Portobello, Dublin 2 from 1pm.
Enjoy!

Roll up, roll up – The Toejam Carboot Sale is coming to town this Saturday October 31st…..and it’s fancy dress – how exciting!

There’ll be the usual mix of vintage clothing, odds & ends, music, cupcakes and a great atmosphere!

Just head for The Bernard Shaw, 11 – 12 South Richmond Street, Portobello, Dublin 2 from 1pm.

Enjoy!

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Roll up roll up.
The Newmarket Brocante Pre-loved furniture and homeware fair will host it’s first fair this Sunday October 18th.
There’ll be Second-hand, refurbished, antique and hand-crafted goodies for your house and garden – need we say more?
It’s all happening at The CO-OP, Newmarket, Dublin 8 from 11am until 5pm.
See you there!

Roll up roll up.

The Newmarket Brocante Pre-loved furniture and homeware fair will host it’s first fair this Sunday October 18th.

There’ll be Second-hand, refurbished, antique and hand-crafted goodies for your house and garden – need we say more?

It’s all happening at The CO-OP, Newmarket, Dublin 8 from 11am until 5pm.

See you there!

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Movie lovers prepare to rejoice because we’ve found an offer we think you’ll like.  Cinema tickets are just €6 when you book online or over the phone with Omniplex until October 23rd! (told you you’d like it).
We loved the Soloist (pictured above) but The Proposal, Pandorum or Away We Go could also be worth a look.
Omniplex have cimema’s nationwide, find you nearest screen here and book your tickets here.

Movie lovers prepare to rejoice because we’ve found an offer we think you’ll like…….cinema tickets are just €6 when you book online or over the phone with Omniplex until October 23rd (told you you’d like it!).

We loved The Soloist (pictured above) but The Proposal, Pandorum and Away We Go are also worth a look.

Omniplex have cinema’s nationwide, find you nearest screen here and book your tickets here.

3laD2E 2 300x252 20% off and goody bags at Urban Outfitters

Ok, so We know it’s been a bit of a fashion focussed day here on TSS but this is one bit of news that just could not wait until tomorrow…….. Urban Outfitters (at Dundrum Town Centre) are having a customer event (and it’s not just for students either!) this Friday October 9th from 5pm until 9pm.
There’ll be a fashion show, goody bags, complimentary drinks and a 20% discount on all stock – we may just explode from excitement!
See you there!

Ok, so we know it’s been a bit of a fashion focussed day here on TSS but this is one bit of news that just could not wait until tomorrow…….. Urban Outfitters (at Dundrum Town Centre) are having a customer event (that’s not just for students!) this Friday October 9th from 5pm until 9pm.

There’ll be a fashion show, goody bags, complimentary drinks and a 20% discount on all stock – we may just explode with excitement!

See you there!

Topshop Student Shop – 20% off!

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Another one for the savvy students. Topshop would like to invite you to a very special sale taking place tonight (october 6th) and tomorrow night (october 7th) from 7pm until 10pm at Topshop, St Stephens Green, Dublin.

You’ll get…..

To listen to some funky tunes from live DJ’s

To chat to style advisors

A goody bag

and a 20% discount!

Just head for the St Stephens Green Store for 7pm on either night (or both!) to take advantage!

The Accidental Boutique open evening

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Calling all vintage lovers!
The accidental boutique would like to invite you to their open evening which is taking place tonight from 7pm until 9pm.
They’ll be bubbly, nibbles and (best of all) lots of discounts on all their stock including this fab silk organza and lace ’50s dress.
You’ll find The accidental boutique at 102 Kincora road
Clontarf, Dublin 3.
Have fun!

Calling all vintage lovers!

The Accidental Boutique would like to invite you to their open evening which is taking place tonight Thursday October 1st from 7pm until 9pm.

There’ll be bubbly, nibbles and (best of all) discounts on all their stock including this fab silk organza and lace ’50s dress.

You’ll find The accidental boutique at 102 Kincora road, Clontarf, Dublin 3.

Have fun!

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We love a good fashion show here at TSS (and we’ve been having withdrawal symptoms since LFW came to an end) so we were very excited when Lisa from Perk Up Vintage got in touch to let us know about The Loft Market Boutique Fashion Show which is happening next wednesday October 7th at 7pm.
“So where’s the savvy bit?” we hear you cry
Well Lisa also told us that they’ll be knocking 10% off everything on the night so it’s the perfect opportunity to pick up a one off piece of vintage fabulous!……oh and if your feeling frisky the aftershow party is happening in Pygmalion from 10pm.
You’ll find the loft Market in the Powerscourt Centre, Dublin 2.

We love a good fashion show here at TSS (and we’ve been having withdrawal symptoms since LFW came to an end) so we were very excited when Lisa from Perk Up Vintage got in touch to let us know about The Loft Market Boutique Fashion Show which is happening next Wednesday October 7th at 7pm.

“So where’s the savvy bit?” we hear you cry

Well Lisa also told us that they’ll be knocking 10% off everything on the night so it’s the perfect opportunity to pick up a one off piece……oh and if your feeling frisky the aftershow party is happening in Pygmalion from 10pm.

You’ll find The Loft Market in the Powerscourt Centre, Dublin 2.

20% off at Costelloe + Costelloe

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If you enjoyed last month’s Costelloe + Costelloe customer evening you’ll be pleased to hear that they’re running another event this Thursday October 1st to launch their new AW09 collection. There’ll be a champagne reception  as well as 20% off all stock………….Now if thats not an excuse to treat yourself to a new winter hat and scarf i don’t know what is.
The event is taking place at their Chatham St. Branch from 6pm until 8pm.
See you there!

If you enjoyed last month’s Costelloe + Costelloe customer evening you’ll be pleased to hear that they’re running another event this Thursday October 1st to launch their new AW09 collection.

There’ll be a champagne reception  as well as 20% off all stock………….Now if thats not an excuse to treat yourself to a new winter hat and scarf  I don’t know what is!

The event is taking place at their Chatham St. branch in Dublin  from 6pm until 8pm.

See you there!

Free Gig Alert !!

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BE QUICK!
Ronnie Wood of the Rolling Stones will be jamming with his son Jesse and his band The Black Swan Effect in the windows of BT2 Grafton Street today, Thursday 24th September at 1pm in celebration of Arthur’s Day!

BE QUICK!

Ronnie Wood of the Rolling Stones will be jamming with his son Jesse and his band The Black Swan Effect in the windows of BT2 Grafton Street today at 1pm in celebration of Arthur’s Day ………..To Martha!

Silent Disco at BT2 Grafton Street

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If you enjoyed silent disco at EP this year then prepare to rejoice!
As part of Dublin Culture night on Friday September 25th BT2 are welcoming all visitors as they host the first Silent Disco on Grafton Street.
Two DJ’s will go head to head in the BT2 window and as you enter the store for a browse you will be given a set of headphones. But which Dj will you prefer?….. Oh how exciting…
Check out the Culture Night website for the full rundown of events.

If you enjoyed silent disco at EP this year then prepare to rejoice!

As part of Dublin Culture Night on Friday September 25th BT2 are welcoming all visitors as they host the first Silent Disco on Grafton Street.

Two DJ’s will go head to head in the BT2 window and as you enter the store you will be given a choice of headphones A or B. But which DJ will you choose?….. Oh how exciting…

It kicks of at 8pm at Bt2 Grafton Street on Friday September 25th.

Check out the Culture Night website for the full rundown of events.

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The Brown Thomas Fashion and Beauty Event kicks off today and we must admit we’re very excited! There’s plenty of offers and freebies to take advantage off and we’ve put together a list of some of our favorites for your reading pleasure – Enjoy!
Thursday September 10th – All BT stores
Head to the Molton Brown beauty counter and enjoy a complimentary mini facial and walk away with a skincare goodie bag!
Available in all Brown Thomas Stores.
Thursday September 10th – BT Dublin
BT Dublin are celebrating DNKY’s 20th birthday by offering customers complimentary champagne and cupcakes between 6pm and 9pm this evening. nom nom nom…..
September 16th & 17th -BT Dublin
Bobbi Brown are celebrating the launch of their Black Plum Collection by treating customers to a complimentary personalised make up lesson. To secure your place phone Brown Thomas Dublin on 01605 6767.
Saturday 19th to September 26th – BT Dublin
Learn to tie your scarf like a pro with Hermes, they’ll be showing you how to master everything from the Riveria knot to the Tour De Cou.
Check out the FAB calender for a full rundown of the events.

The Brown Thomas Fashion and Beauty Event kicks off today and we must admit we’re very excited! There’s plenty of offers and freebies to take advantage of and we’ve put together a list of some of our favorites for your reading pleasure – Enjoy!

September 10th – All BT stores

Head to the Molton Brown beauty counter and enjoy a complimentary mini facial and walk away with a skincare goodie bag!

September 10th – BT Dublin

BT Dublin are celebrating DKNY’s 20th birthday by offering customers complimentary champagne and cupcakes between 6pm and 9pm this evening. nom nom nom…..

September 16th & 17th -BT Dublin

Bobbi Brown are celebrating the launch of their Black Plum Collection by treating customers to a complimentary personalised make up lesson. To secure your place phone Brown Thomas Dublin on 01605 6767.

Saturday 19th to September 26th – BT Dublin

Learn to tie your scarf like a pro with Hermes, they’ll be showing you how to master everything from the Riveria knot to the Tour De Cou.

Check out the FAB calender for a full rundown of the events.

benefit1 300x260 FREE Benefit make overs at Electric Picnic

Electric Picnic is only one sleep away so we thought it was time to share a little insider info……interested?……read on…..
The folk at Arnotts Project want to make sure all festival goers are fashionably attired and made up while enjoying the music over the weekend so they have decided to open a pop up store at this years EP!
This is good for two reasons….
Reason one: They’re bringing some trusty make up artists from Benefit who will be on hand giving free make overs and consultations (make sure you try out the new Material Girl loose powder – we love it!)
Reason Two: All visitors to the pop up boutique will receive an Arnotts Project wristband which will give them 20% of their purchases when they visit the store in the Jervis Centre before the end of September!(savvy or what???).
Reason three: They’re bringing along lots of great brands including Junk Food, Superdry, Retro Rehab, Addict,Hunter and Bailey so if you fancy some downtime you can always indulge in a little retail thearpy!
You’ll find the ‘Pop Up’ store beside the Body and Soul area at Electric Picnic.

Electric Picnic is only one sleep away so we thought it was time to share a little insider info……interested?……read on…..

The folk at Arnotts Project want to make sure all festival goers are fashionably attired and made up while enjoying the music over the weekend so they have decided to open a pop up store at this years EP!

This is good for three reasons….

Reason one: They’re bringing some trusty make up artists from Benefit who will be on hand giving free make overs and consultations (Don’t forget to try out the new Material Girl loose powder – It’s fab !)

Reason Two: All visitors to the pop up boutique will receive an Arnotts Project wristband which will give them 20% of their purchases when they visit the store in the Jervis Centre before the end of September!(savvy or what???).

Reason three: They’re bringing along lots of great brands including Junk Food, Superdry, Retro Rehab, Addict,Hunter and Bailey so if you fancy some downtime you can always indulge in a little retail therapy!

You’ll find the ‘Pop Up’ store beside the Body and Soul area at Electric Picnic.

market4style 300x256 Irelands Best Vintage Markets (in our opinion!)

It’s the last weekend of the month and that can only mean one thing……Vintage Markets…..here’s a rundown of our favorites.
The Dublin Flea
Where?The Coop, Newmarket,Dublin 8
When? Sunday August 30th
What? vintage clothing, household odds and ends,furniture, retro goods, music, vinyl, books, and art.
The Loft
Where? Powerscourt Townhouse Centre, Dublin.
When? Every Friday, Saturday and Sunday
What? Art, Fashion, Jewellery, Vintage originals and one of a kind designs from Irish designers.
Market 4 Style
Where?Chambers Bar,Washington Street, Cork
When? Saturday August 29th
What? Handmade jewellery, vintage handbags, handmade shoes, fair-trade fashion, designer clothing and preloved clothes
Cows Lane Designers Mart
Where? just off Lord Edward Street, Dublin
When? Every Saturday from 10am – 5pm
What? Designer clothing, vintage fashion, handmade jewelry, textiles and hand crafted furniture.
ToeJam Carboot Sale at The Bernard Shaw
Where? 11 – 12 South Richmond Street,Portobello, Dublin 2
When? Saturday August 29th from 1pm.
What? vintage clothing, odds & ends, music, cupcakes and a great atmosphere!

It’s the last weekend of the month and that can only mean one thing……Vintage Markets…..here’s a rundown of our favorites.

P.S : If you know of a great market please leave a comment and share the love!

The Dublin Flea

Where is it? The Coop, Newmarket, Dublin 8.

When is it? Sunday August 30th from 11am until 5pm.

What will i find? Vintage clothing, household odds and ends,furniture, retro goods, music, vinyl, books, and art.

The Loft

Where is it? Powerscourt Townhouse Centre, Dublin 2.

When is it? Every Friday, Saturday and Sunday.

What will i find? Art, Fashion, Jewellery, Vintage originals and one of a kind designs from Irish designers.

Market 4 Style

Where is it? Chambers Bar,Washington Street, Cork .

When is it? Saturday August 29th from 10am until 6pm.

What will i find? Handmade jewellery, vintage handbags, handmade shoes, fair-trade fashion, designer clothing and preloved clothing.

Cows Lane Designers Mart

Where is it? just off Lord Edward Street, Dublin 2.

When is it? Every Saturday from 10am – 5pm.

What will i find? Designer clothing, vintage fashion, handmade jewellery, textiles and hand crafted furniture.

ToeJam Carboot Sale at The Bernard Shaw

Where? 11 – 12 South Richmond Street, Portobello, Dublin 2.

When? Saturday August 29th from 1pm.

What? Vintage clothing, odds & ends, music, cupcakes and a great atmosphere!

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If your in the market for some vintage chic, it may be well worth your while to check in with the girls at Perk Up Vintage.
For the month of August every item in their Summer 09 category willl be reduced by 20% when you enter the discount code ‘HOTT01′ in the ‘redeem code’ box at the checkout.
We’re loving this 80’s Ra-Ra strapless corset dress (pictured above) which can be yours for 68 with the discount!

If your in the market for some vintage chic, it may be worth your while to check in with the girls at Perk Up Vintage.

For the month of August every item in their Summer 09 category willl be reduced by 20% when you enter the discount code ‘HOTT01′ in the ‘redeem code’ box at the checkout.

We’re loving this 80’s Ra-Ra strapless corset dress (pictured above) which can be yours for €68 with the discount!

Click here to shop

Blackrock Market

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This weekends market of choice is the Blackrock Market which features a great mix of stalls selling everything from wine and spices to art and antiques.
There’s also some great Retro and vintage clothing stalls and antique jewlry.
our tip: Get their early and don’t be afraid to haggle!
The Market is open from 11am to 5.30pm on Saturday and 12 noon to 5.30pm on Sunday.
For more information visit their website.

This weekends market of choice is the Blackrock Market which houses a great mix of producers selling everything from wine and spices to art and antiques.

There’s also some great Retro and vintage clothing  and antique jewellery on sale.

Our tip: Get their early and don’t be afraid to haggle!

The Market is open from 11am to 5.30pm on Saturday and 12 noon to 5.30pm on Sunday.

For more information visit their website.

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Anyone for a lunchtime wander?

Get yourself to the Dublin Docklands for the weekly Coco Market which runs from 12.00pm to 2.30pm every Wednesday.

Perfect for a quick bite or just to catch some air.

For more information check out the Dublin Docklands website.

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We love a good market us, especially a foodie one so tomorrow we’ll be taking our selfs down to Meeting House Square for The Temple Bar Food Market which runs from 10am to 4.30pm every Saturday.
It’s perfect for a quick bite or to pick up some goodies for your weekly shop.
We love the oysters from St Martin Shellfish, noodles from The Sushi Hut and the yummy Corleggy Cheeses.
If your more fashion then foodie you might want to stop by The Designer Mart at Cows lane(just off Lord Edward Street) which opens from 10am to 5pm every Saturday.
There’s a huge range of jewellery, fashion, furniture design, visual art and photography on offer making it a great spot for a browse.
For more information on The Temple Bar Markets log onto their website.

We love a good market us, especially one for foodies so tomorrow we’ll be taking ourselves down to Meeting House Square for The Temple Bar Food Market which runs from 10am to 4.30pm every Saturday.

It’s perfect for a quick bite or to pick up some goodies for your weekly shop.

We love the oysters from St Martin Shellfish, noodles from The Sushi Hut and the yummy Corleggy Cheeses.

If your more fashion then foodie you might want to stop by The Designer Mart at Cows lane(just off Lord Edward Street) which opens from 10am to 5pm every Saturday.

There’s a huge range of jewellery, fashion, furniture design, visual art and photography on offer making it a great spot for a browse.

For more information on The Temple Bar Markets log onto their website.

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It’s that time of the month again, The Dublin Flea is coming to the Co-op, Newmarket this Sunday July 26th.
There’ll be music, coffee, bric a brac, vintage clothing and plenty of haggling!
The market runs from 11am to 5pm and is well worth a trip if you fancy a good day out.
For more information go to the dublin flea website.

It’s that time of the month again, The Dublin Flea is coming to the Co-op, Newmarket this Sunday July 26th.

There’ll be music, coffee, bric a brac, vintage clothing and plenty of haggling!

The market runs from 11am to 5pm and is well worth a trip if you fancy a good day out.

For more information go to the dublin flea website.

Click here to see the map.