The young and young-at-heart are likely to lose their heads in this colossal pantheon of play. The tightly packed aisles roar with every big brand name you can think of, as...

Despite an auspicious beginning (it was one of the first purpose-built department stores in the world when it was founded in 1853), Clery & Co has long since been overtaken by...

The ubiquitous Dunnes Stores (there are dozens of branches across the country) holds a special place in the hearts of Dubliners, thanks to its good-value, no-nonsense gear....

A well-known chain that's known for its bright, fun and educational toys (the Planet Protectors range is a stroke of genius), all designed to stimulate and engage babies,...

Always busy, this long-established shop won't win any prizes for atmosphere, but it has a good selection of books over four floors.

Booming music and wall-to-wall sports gear (from swimwear to specialist trainers) make this heavyweight chain a massive hit with teens.

There was a time when the ILAC Centre was a byword for urban tawdriness, devoid of any charm, bereft of shops you'd actually want to set foot in. But those days are over....

Not somewhere you can just wander into, couturier Jen Kelly's exclusive studio is geared more to those with the budget and ideas for a bespoke service. His opulent creations...

Ireland's most famous tailor has been kitting out the chaps for over a century. As well as Copeland's own brand, the store also stocks suits from Hugo Boss, Armani and Canali.

The largest of several branches in Dublin, this Mothercare has a comprehensive supply of all the usual clothing, gizmos and gadgets. Pushchairs, nursery furnishings (including...

Following a massive refit in summer 2008, this branch of Schuh is looking impressively spiffy. It's still a noisy and frenetically busy place but you'll find plenty of choice,...

You'll find plenty of interesting titles at this beguilingly quirky bookshop, where chandeliers hang from the ceiling and wing-backed armchairs face each other across a coffee...

Spinning out the knitwear thang with considerable energy, the Mills has been going strong for well over a century now. Aran, cashmere, merino and mohair items are in plentiful...