Arm Candy Alert!!!

Image by Helmut Newton, 1959

It really doesn't matter what we're doing, or where we're going, the one thing we always seem to need is a handbag! My day to day one is always huge! 

Big enough to hold work notes, LOTS of make-up, various Lego pieces and accouterments for my two boys, wallet, phone and maybe even a spare pair of shoes and/or a book! I'm often told that it's heavier than a bag of bricks!

But, for a special event I like to scale it waaaay back to just some eye-liner, concealer, bank card and of course that extra appendage we'd all be lost without...my phone! That's when I can really get away with a dainty evening bag.

I find that vintage bags often come in the perfect size, not too petite, not too bulky. Those refined 1950's ladies knew how to carry all their important items around with style and panache!

Below are is just a few of the vintage bags from the 1930's to 1960's that are currently in stock in Dirty Fabulous. 

The prices of our bags range from about €60 to €180

Pale and Interesting:

 Golden Tones:

Timeless Classic:

 Bold and Beautiful:

What to wear to a Destination Wedding?

Weddings abroad can be some of the most fun and stylish. From the get go they are often filled with adventure and excitement from the moment you board the plane (usually in the wee hours!). Destination weddings will always stick in your mind as most people combine them with a short holiday leaving a multitude of happy memories!

Luckily, most couples choose warm climates for their foreign weddings, meaning, everyone can enjoy the sun ...yeah!!! This weekend, we at Dirty Fabulous are off to France for 3 days in 30 degree heat. (we'll be open again on Wednesday 26th) Excited? Much!

I find though, one of the trickiest things about attending a wedding abroad is not where to stay but what on earth should you wear? Nobody wants a sticky, soppy guest at their wedding and sweaty boobs are not a good look for anyone! 

So with this in mind we've chosen a few inspirational looks from our current vintage collection which are light and airy enough to ensure you remain cool even in the highest temperatures. They'll make you look hot, but only in the right way!!!

Christmas Gifts Ideas For Every Budget!

1950s Ivory Fur trimmed evening cardigan €190

1950s Bronze beaded cardigan €130

1950s Green beaded cardigan €130

1950s Red Velvet hat €75

1940s Blush Pink Feather hat €110

1950s Lilac floral band €70

1960s Grey and Yellow hat €80

1950s Black velvet and Diamonte skull cap €85

1960s Gold Lame evening bag €70

1950s rhinestone dotted evening bag €100

1950s Black patent Verdi box bag €110

1960s gold and rhinestone trim gloves €40

1960s ivory beaded gloves €40

1950s Ivory opera gloves with crystal buttons €80

1950s black leather gloves with gold buckle €60

1960s Vogue earrings €110

1960s teal rhinestone drop earrings €90

1960s silver and rhinestone ring €50

1960s rhinestone droplet earrings €90

1960s Pearl droplet earrings €110

1960s star and aurora borealis droplet earrings €120

1960s Opal ring €45

1960s Gold leaf shape and pearl earrings €35

1960s gold and silver twist ring

1950s gold floral ring

1950s hand painted enamel heart earrings €80

1960s Garnet rhinestone cocktail ring €40

1950s Aurora borealis star earrings €75

1950s Aurora Borealis stud earrings €50

1960s gold floral ring €40

Phew...a thaw is in sight, back to Christmas shopping time!!!

Above are just a few suggestions for the perfect present.

Whether its a beautiful brooch for your mother, a flirty cocktail ring for your best girlfriend, an evening bag for your sister or something for yourself because you've been good all year...

Dirty Fabulous has all your girlie gifty needs!

Call in and see us for the best Christmas shopping

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Dirty Fabulous Open Day with Sale!

Phew!!!!

We're nearly finished getting ready for our Dirty Fabulous Open Day this Sunday the 5th of April.

We will be open from 12pm to 6pm so call in at any stage to avail of our amazing sale selection, pictured above!

There are serious bargains galore to be had of vintage gems ranging from Prada skirts, to 1950's floral day dresses and funky bags!

We advise you to come early!!!!

The prices of the sale items will start as low as €5!!! If that's not enough there is also 10% off our main vintage occasion wear and accessory collection, it's going to be a fabulous day!

So bring some friends, have fun looking through our sale items and grab a vintage bargain!

See you all on Sunday, spread the word, and if you can't make be reassured that if a success we will make it a regular feature on the Dirty Fabulous calender!