The Kelly Ewing woman is a confident modern woman whose inspiration in life is mirrored in her fashion and whose femininity does not compromise her independence. Her style is not led by trend, but rather by a love of exquisite design and desire for the rare and exceptional.
28 year old Kelly Ewing has increasingly captivated the Northern fashion scene with her ever expanding collections. From the official launch of her label in 2005, Kelly’s unique style captured the interests of the North of England’s premier boutiques, with many stocking her as the only independent designer. The next exciting chapter sees the label set for international development with expanded wholesale distribution throughout the south of England, Ireland and Scotland and the launch of her first online boutique at www.kellyewing.com.
Drawing inspiration from Victorian aristocracy to pre-Raphaelite romanticism, Kelly’s collections feature well structured traditional pieces such as boned corsetry that are brought up to date with contemporary twists, clever pattern cutting and sharp tailoring. Vintage fabrics such as Harris tweed are generously pleated and draped to create a luxurious couture look that is complimented with bright silk linings and soft handmade corsage detailing.
Rockin Reptile is the shoe for women looking to step out with attitude and fashionistas searching for their sole-mate.
Rockin Reptile offers a variety of footwear where each design is unique. To add further exclusivity each design is a limited edition.Designed for the edgy, sassy, funky and glam fashionista ready and waiting to Rock the World.
Fabulous footwear from quality materials with the must have “bling-effect” of the diamantes screams ultimate luxury specially tailored for the girl about town with the penchant for raising eyebrows.
As fussy as the Rockin Reptile woman maybe her needs are wholly satisfied by a pair of Rockin Reptile shoes.
Rockin Reptiles now in their fifth season in Ireland are a favourite with the Irish Celebrities , they are worn regularly by the girls on Xpose, The ladies of the Afternoon show and recently they were the shoe of choice for Laura Patterson Miss Ireland who selected Rockin Reptiles as the shoes to wear exclusivelywhen she stepped out at the Miss World Contest
Advice to all you would be Rockin Reptile fans get your Rockin Reptiles soon, as Maria informs us that she limits the amount she imports into Ireland to maintain the brands exclusivity.
Charlotte and Jane" is an exciting new ethical Irish label, specialising in perfect dresses! Charlotte Cargin and Jane Skovgaard are the designers. Both talented artists blend the best of their ideas into each creation. Charlotte is a graduate of Central Saint Martins College of Art and design and Jane is an artist and third level teacher of drawing and painting. Both girls live in the Kinsale area of Co. Cork, Ireland and work from a base in Kinsale.
Attention is paid to every inch of each dress. Each dress is beautifully finished, beaded, fully lined and has intricate detailing. Many of the dresses have fine French lace trims, boning and unusual buttons. The fabrics are all natural fibres - fantastic printed cottons, Irish linen and silk.
Charlotte and Jane design everything themselves and each dress is sewn up locally by Cork seamstresses working from home. These dresses are heir loom pieces.
"Charlotte and Jane" dresses are fresh, elegant, feminine, glamorous, charming and utterly unique - men can not help but fall in love with women who wear them..
Susie Bennett and Sinead Woodley are founders of Sands Boutique. They’re long-time friends united by a consuming passion for fashion. They created Sands Boutique for women like you, who love fashion, but who want to stand out from the crowd – without spending a fortune. Inspire your inner style goddessTheir eye for spotting beautifully wearable clothes, quality fabrics and the hottest new designers is what makes Sands Boutique truly unique. Susie’s interest in unusual, quirky fashions, high street trends and vintage continues to influence her chosen brands and designs. She also knows the secret to being an individual is not just about buying beautiful pieces, it’s about knowing how to put them together. Capture the Look! That’s why each new clothing collection is complemented by a range of exclusive new accessories. It’s also why we give you oodles of ideas on how to style your outfits so you can create a completely original look for anytime, day or not. If you like what we do, every element is here on the site, available for you to buy. So capturing the look is just a click away!
Misamu.com was launched in March, 2005 and offers customer a chic alternative to the High St. Designers are stocked from around the world and include Soaked in Luxury, Gestuz, So Couture, Jin Ja and much more.
It is Misamu’s mission to provide customers with fast shipping and most orders arrive the next day. Because fashion is constantly changing, so is the site. Misamu receives new deliveries on a weekly basis, so check back often.
This season to reflect the recessionary times, Misamu is stocking more affordable labels. Misamu stocks everything from basis tees from LA Made and Alternative Apparel to special dresses from Jovonna and Yumi to jeans from celebrity favourite Citizens of Humanity. Jewellery is handmade in The Netherlands by Fiva.
Misamu.com has just launched their winter sale with 30 – 50% off all sale items. For those that prefer the boutique experience Misamu also has a store based in Foxrock Village.
Nicky will be writing a weekly column for both Irish and British Boutiques. She will offer valuable insight into the life of the fashion agent turned blogger!!!!!
Nicky Harris has worked in the Fashion Industry here in Ireland for the past 15 years, predominately as an Agent.Herwork has takes her to all the major Fashion Fairs in Europe.Focusing on the middle to upper Irish Independent fashion retailers
she currently represents Falke hosiery and Yummie Tummie Shapewear.A great advocate for retailers and strong partner companies have ensured a thriving agency business with showrooms in central Dublin.Nicky is a regular contributor on RTE radio on Fashion Matters and writes a daily Fashion blog on 'nickysragtales.com'.Sometimes irreverent and slightly quirky she describes herself as 'the oldest blogger in town'!.With a keen eye on business in the presentchallenging times and a look to the future Nickyhas enteredand embraced the virtual world and is gaining lots of regular readers of her blog.Originally intended for the business community the public at large across the world are her biggest fans.Guest blogging for American Fashion blogs are one of her latest projects.A great believer in giving something back Nicky is currently helping young Irish Designers to move forward and is also dedicated to her fund raising and charity work for Brain Injured Children and the new Music Therapy Service she has been instrumental in helping set up at the National Rehabilitation Hospital in Dunlaoire, Co Dublin.
Celine of Cel Design, creates and designs contemporary, affordable couture jewellery from her studio in Carlow. Celine draws her influences from not only the nature and landscapes around her, but also her designs are inspired from the vintage and the Art Deco era. She uses only the finest precious gems, fresh water pearls and swarovski crystals in her designs, finishing either in sterling silver or 14kt gold. Some of her most recent work has incorporated actual vintage swarovski crystal, beads and clasps of the 1920's.
As the majority of Celine's work is commissioned based, she can design and make an individual piece which can be matched by colour or theme to a particular outfit, be that Bridal, Special occasion or Celebrity Event. Celine can combine a whole outfit from head piece to jewellery.
This year Cel Design won "Essence of Ireland Award" at Showcase for two pieces of jewellery from her "Contemporary Irish Collection", which included a crochet "Blossom Choker" and a "Jewelled Leaves" knitted brooch. Cel Design is exhibiting in Ireland and Wales. Many of Celine's designs have attracted clients not only from Ireland but also America, London, Paris, Milan and UAE
Up and Coming Designer Emma Manley Tells us a little about herself
Since moving from Dublin to London via New York, I have done stints at VPL NYC and Alexander McQueen. I am now based between Dublin and London and working on my own label ‘Manley’.
I first launched Manley in 2007, beginning at Dublin's Cow’s Lane Market. Here I quickly progressed and was scouted for the launch of The Loft Market in the Powerscourt Town House. After completing my training at The Grafton Academy, I gained invaluable design and market experience in New York and London, working on Fashion Week collections for both VPL and Alexander McQueen.
The Manley line includes contemporary separates and alternative evening-wear. Manley is defined by contradiction, romanticism and the longing for individuality. I work with an unusual mix of fabrics. My current collection is a combination of silk, silk chiffon, jersey, cotton and pigskin. I feel that what I am creating is progressive and individual and I constantly strive to create pieces of timeless beauty.
I am currently working between Dublin and London, concentrating on expanding my market. emmamanley@hotmail.com
Would like to take this opportunity to wish you all a Happy Christmas and thank you for your support . Many thanks to our Contributors especially Julie Cobbe From Stylefish, Nicky Harris our new blogger, Delilah our Fashion Stylist, whose Christmas Vouchers are now available, and our two Style Consultants Maeve and Molly. Follow us on twitter www.twitter.com/irishboutiques
