Okay so it’s nearly 2016 – eh where did this past year go?! If you’re planning a new year shopping trip for your dream dress, you might wanna check out our favourite bridal boutiques from around the country. These are the cream of the crop and we’re covering shops from every corner of the Emerald Isle. It’s the perfect excuse to grab mum, your troop and set off on an absolute cracker of a day out. Mandatory pit-stops for tea, dinner and cocktails included of course, just be sure to pick a designated driver! Happy hunting!
McElhinneys Bridal Rooms
Ireland’s answer to Kleinfeld – McElhinneys Bridal Rooms is top of our wishlist for wedding gowns. Oh and remember the bride from those viral snaps of the bridesmaids in white jumpsuits? Yup, she got her dress here – and it was absolutely divine!
Where: Ballybofey, Co Donegal.
Website: www.mcelhinneysbridalrooms.com
Instagram: @mcelhinneysbridalrooms
Dirty Fabulous
Where: 21 Wicklow St, Dublin City.
Website: www.dirtyfabulous.com
Folkster Bridal
Where: Patrick St, Kilkenny City.
Email: bridal@folkster.com
Instagram: @shopfolkster
Bella Bleu
Where: 1st Floor, 17 French Church St (above Amity Boutique) Cork City.
Website: www.bellableu.ie
Alice May
Where: The Gallery, Enniskerry Road, Kilternan, County Dublin, Kilternan, Co. Dublin.
Website: www.alicemay.ie
The Courtyard Prive
Customer service is a top priority at The Courtyard Prive. Enjoy a bit of pampering and be inspired by their expert team.
Where: The Courtyard, St Olaves, Kinsealy, Co. Dublin.
Website: www.thecourtyardprive.ie
Cari’s Closet Bridal
If you’re a daring fashionista looking for glamour and on-trend pieces, Cari’s Closet Bridal is calling your name. Ultimate dress goals!!
Where: Strand Street, Malahide, Co. Dublin.
Website: www.carisclosetbridal.ie
Barnardos Bridal Rooms
For brides-to-be searching for a bargain – and your purchase will go towards a great cause. Gowns are 100% new and donated from various Irish retailers and prices start at a fantastic €250.
Where: 11a Selskar Street, Wexford AND 8 Upper George’s St, Dun Laoghaire, Dublin.
Website: www.barnardos.ie/bridal
Truly Bridal
Maggie Sottero, Paloma Blanca and La Sposa by Pronovias Group all under one roof? Roadtrip anyone?!
Where: Suite 1, Castle Building, Friary Road, Naas, Co. Kildare.
Website: www.trulybridalboutique.ie
Wedding Boutique
Into the west. The Wedding Boutique is killing it. We are loving their stock of Modeca.
Where: Derrydonnell North, Oranmore, Co.Galway.
Website: www.weddingboutique.ie
Image Credits: Cari’s Closet; Bella Bleu.
