Serendipity Boutique

Kieran St, Kilkenny

A regular on Ireland AM and Xposé, Serendipity Boutique carries leading labels such as the Irish-designed Fran & Jane and Fee G, as well as international brands like Jovonna London, Diva, Libra and more. Serendipity also provides late-night shopping by appointment, over the phone sale service with next-day delivery, a deposit facility and in-store styling, with sizes from 8 to 22 and prices from €45. Call 056-7756-839 or visit www.serendipityboutique.ie

Peaches Boutique

Kieran St, Kilkenny

Opened in 2010, Peaches Boutique carries labels including French Connection, In Wear, Sistes, Kate Fearnley, Soma London, Great Plains, Part Two, Hubrid, Montique and more, stocking sizes 8-16. Dressing customers for weddings, races, communions and confirmations, personal styling is offered in store with after-hours opening available on request. They also take deposits on stock. Call 056-7712-677 or visit www.peachesboutique.ie

Mimi Boutique

Kieran St, Kilkenny

Featured in the “Hot Press Best of Ireland 2014”, Mimi Boutique is a treasure trove of clothing and accessories, with international brands such as Malene Birger, Penny Black, Custo Barcelona, Sandwich, Marc O’Polo, Lauren Vidal, Tara Jarmon, Cooper & Ella, Pieszak jeans, Eva Kayan, and many more. Mimi caters for ladies of all ages for all occasions, with designs from evening wear to casual chic. Call 056-775-1001 or find on Facebook.

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Erre Esse

Mount Wolsey Hotel, Tullow, Co Carlow

Erre/Esse owner Ann Marie Morrissey opened her Tullow shop in August 2004. Erre/esse carries creative collections from international fashion designers that include occasion pieces, unique casuals and accessories for a range of ages and sizes 8-16. Featured brands include Tara Jarman, Matilda Cano, Nougat, Javier Simora, Custo and Out of Xile. Call 059-918-0117.

Deirdre Minogue

Rathwood, Tullow, Co Carlow

Deirdre Minogue selects collections to cover all occasions and styles, from casual dresses and cardigans to elegant outfits for special events. The boutique stocks a range of brands including Masai, Vetono, Adini and Flaxm, and also stocks hats, scarves and other accessories. Sizes range from 10-22, dresses range from €79-€150, tunics/tops from €60 - €85. Call 050-915-6985.