Another Pop-up shop! - No, not on the landing strip of Weston Airport (as seen at the weekend by Danish designers of denim label 'Once') - check it out hereNope. For one weekend only, in Temple Bar, The Original Print Gallery are holding a Pop-up sale of really cool, modern prints made by the gallery's 50 artists. That's a lot of different styles!  This is a banging good chance to pick up some really special original artworks from the best of Irish and International printmakers with many of the artists giving up to 50% off the regular price of their works - so take advantage!  Kate Betts, It’s Brown and Hildegard, FlightYou can expect a large selection of etchings, drawings, paintings – framed and unframed going for exceptional value. Could be a good chance to get your other half a lasting Valentine's gift!? Or for your own wall at home or in the office. Have a sneak peak of some of the work, www.originalprint.wordpress.com which you can reserve on-line before they go on sale to the general public next weekend. 
Marc Reilly, 20 and Joanna Kidney, Fragments XIDon't miss it The Original Print Gallery are holding the sale in a
different venue in Smock Alley Court, Cows Lane, Temple Bar. Pop-up opening times:Friday, February 12th – 12pm to 7pm Saturday, February 13th – 11am to 7pm Sunday, February 14th – 11am to 7pm See ya there! Login to Add Comment
Sad news shoppers.
After three years of fashion filled, concept driven fun, Circus Store
in the Powerscourt Centre will be closing its doors for the last time
on Sunday the 7th of February.
While this news brings a tear to our eyes, we can’t help but find
ourselves somewhat consoled by the fact that the store is having a huge
sale with 60% off all stock until Sunday 7th Feb at 5 p.m.
That means 60% off labels such as b Store, Eley Kishimoto, Henrik Vibskov, Poltock & Walsh, KTZ and Carin Wester. Nice!
There’s also two €10 rails, vintage shoes and sunglasses for €5 and all
denim is €50.
So, without further a do, get yourself down to Circus to
say hello, and goodbye.  Powerscourt Townhouse
59 South William Street
Dublin 2
Ireland
+353 1 6724736
Click here to check out Circus’ website.
 Login to Add Comment It’s couture week and we’ve been busy swooning over the delightful and delicious collections fresh from Paris. Check out the Christian Dior collection above - the fine fabric, the excessive embellishment, the intricate details, the mouth-watering colour palettes....if only it wasn’t just a TAD out of our budget.
Like most Irish cailins, we love a good bargain from Penneys but sometimes a budget dress just won’t cut it. If, like us, you occasionally find yourself drooling over designers and lusting after labels but haven’t a hope of affording them we may have the perfect solution: Covet on the second floor of the Powerscourt Town Centre, South William Street offers you the opportunity to rent the dress of your dreams for a mere fraction of the retail price.
The collection features fashion and accessories from the worlds leading designers, up and coming talent and exquisite vintage collectibles.
Indulgent and practical, we likey!
Covet's opening hours:
Monday - Saturday: 10am to 6pm
Thursday: 10am to 8pm
For more information or to book a private appointment phone 01-6799313 or click here to check out Covet's website.
Isn't it well for some? Kylie Minogue in the front row at Christian Dior. 
Anne Hathaway at Armani Prive (probably laughing coz she knows the designer will send her publicist any of the dresses she fancies to wear for free!) One of the gorgeous guna at Armani Prive. (Well, a girl can dream! In the mean-time we're rather happy with our discovery of Covet!)  It's cheap as chips time! Fancy picking up a quality print by an Irish artist in a deal that won't break the bank? Last night we were in town at the launch of new print exhibition at the uber-hip Circus store in Powerscourt Townhouse, Dublin.
Circus store in Powerscourt is a hip fashion and art boutique run
by young Irish talent.
The Cheap As Chips launch yesterday evening was
the second one of its kind where trendy young folk sup free beers and
talk 'projects'.
This is a mixed media exhibition featuring 23 artists and will run until the
end of January 2010. All artwork will be on sale in Circus Store for a
maximum price of €99.99.
The prints on show vary in price from €3.03 for a cassette tape in a printed box with recordings of telephone answering messages, to high quality laser prints of architectural drawings for up to €99. Also included are three small sci-fi paintings by graffiti artist turned fine artist Jor. See Jor paintings here
You really must pop over to Circus and see this one for yourself. Not only for the prints on show but for the fabulous collection of stylish and unique fashion.
  With the country covered in ice and temperatures below freezing it's hard to even think about ditching the winter coat let alone wearing a pair of shorts but, while it may not seem like it, spring is just around the corner and with it a whole host of fresh trends.
So ladies, what will we be wearing when the temperatures eventually start to rise?
Well, BT2 have just unveiled their key looks for the coming season and, according to a BT2 buyer, the dress isn't going anywhere. Suits us fine - it's one of the easiest things to wear. Just team with killer heels and you're good to go!
The playsuit is still around for the more daring amongst us. Give it a try - they're honestly less scary than you may think! This denim number from BT2 is a good investment buy - it will go with everything and can be dressed up or worn with flats for a more casual, daytime look.  Florals, abstract prints and animal prints are everywhere, as are nude palettes with fashion going all romantic. Not sure about the shorts/boots combo but check out this t-shirt for casual wear that's right on trend.  BT2 will stocking two of the most exciting mid-range labels to emerge this year. 'TBA' (To Be Adored) has a collection of elegant, feminine pieces in luxurious silks while 'Daddy Long Legs', a leggings-only label, looks set to become a wardrobe staple with their graphic prints and bold colours.
This pink dress from 2love by Tony Cohen is €160 and perfect for adding a touch of colour to your spring wardrobe.
 Click here to check out BT2's website. Get dark and dramatic with this perfect winter look. Click on pic and get started!  Smokey eyes are no longer just for glamorous nights out. This look is great for during these dull winter days. Still a bit ify? Try it with grey and navy shade pencils. Click here to follow these 4 easy steps to dark dramatic smokey eyes Login to Add Comment D&G Black Fitted Silk Suit (Size 10), reduced from €950 to €249. If you are looking for some seriously discounted designer gear, then check out The Designer Circle for some hefty reductions. Located in Ratoath in Meath, the boutique both buy and sell designer clothes and also samples, which they are currently offering some serious deals on, including the Dolce&Gabbana suit above and this brand new Blumarine Red Leather Fitted Jacket with Zip, originally €1,900 Now €249.  Blumarine JacketThis Green Velvet Tunic From Kalu, Naas (Size 10) is down from €299 to €79,  and for the more daring there is also this DKNY Red Soft Leather Belted Coat in a size 12,  which has been slashed from its original price of €2,500 to €299. If you want more info go to www.thedesignercircle.com. | |