Is online shopping the new reality for retail?
The pandemic has increased the demand for online shopping. Ailbhe Delargy, a seller on the Depop site for small-scale traders, tells The Liberty how it’s affected her business. Topshop Oxford Street,…
Bridal Corner in Glasnevin closes down
The perfect white dress, perfectly placed in a gown cover, is what every bride expects to see in the changing room hours before she walks down the aisle. But, that…
The Liberties: a hotspot for fashion.
With summer fast approaching, a new wardrobe is essential for many fashion lovers. However, perhaps this year you should rethink buying your clothes from large multinational retailers and try to…
Helping people with sight loss by buying and donating clothes
Located in the Liberties area are two retail shops in aid of the National Council for the Blind of Ireland (NCBI). They draw a steady stream of local customers with…
Sustainable fashion in the Liberties
In a world of fast fashion and ever-changing trends, it is important to be aware of the clothing industry’s effects on the planet. Clothing cannot be 100% sustainable, as even…
Artistic talent in Inchicore
The talented students of EVE Tuiscint recently showed some of their art at an exhibition held at Ballyfermot Library. EVE is a HSE-run programme that provides community-based programmes for adults…
Fashion in the Liberties
Now that New York, London, Milan and Paris Fashion Weeks have concluded, what have we learned about the current Spring and Summer collection 2018? It is clear this Summer that…
Not your average twenty one year old
Growing up we are always asked: “What do you want to be when you grow up?” and the five-year-old versions of ourselves would be much more confident in giving an…
Antique focus
Despite the growing modern digital business in the Liberties, a stroll through Francis Street’s antique quarter will charm you with the unique traditions of the past. Its history as an…
Review: Space Out Sister vintage clothes shop
Space Out Sister opened six months ago and is one of the Liberties newest vintage clothing shops. Located at 73 Francis Street, it aims to be a bright and cosy…
Street Style: What trends are you sporting this month?
We hit the streets of the Liberties to see what trends you’re sporting this month and as always the mix of styles didn’t disappoint. Lazola (24) Outfit: Shoes: Schu…
The dress with more flair
In May 2014, Spin 1038 launched a competition to find Ireland’s next upcoming designer to design a dress for Aideen Bodkin’s Spring / Summer 2015 collection. NCAD fashion design student…
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