LABEL LOOKOUT

* Celebrated Irish designer Louise Kennedy has launched her inaugural bespoke bridal collection, now available exclusively at her Merrion Square boutique (01 662 0056; www.louisekennedy.com).

Choose from art-deco, Grecian and 30s-inspired gowns parlayed in French lace, silk georgette and Kennedy’s signature Swarovski crystals.

* Dublin’s Matt Doody atelier (www.mattdoody.com; 087 232 2382) now stocks the exclusive VSL Luxury Jewellery Collection. Having found instant success in New York in 2009, VSL’s embellished gloves and expandable cuffs have become cult hits, both with stylists, editors and fashion folk alike. Info: www.vsljewelry.com.

DIARY DATES

* Saturday, January 8 — Sunday, January 9: Getting married? The Dream Wedding Exhibition takes place at Leisureland, Galway with daily bridalwear fashion shows, beauty makeovers and workshops offering guidance and tips from industry professionals. Info: 091 638 170; www.catwalkmodels.ie.

LOG ON

* Swedish-based online store Tres Bien Shop (www.tresbienshop.net) really is as good as it sounds in French. Not only do they stock avant-garde brands like Comme de Garcons and Dries Van Noten, but they’ve astutely tapped into edgy independents like Mismo, Moscot and Adam Kimmel. One day, maybe, they’ll branch out into womenswear. In the meantime, the boys get all the glory. Watch this space...

* Irish online hosiery boutique, Miss ChiChi, has launched, stocking exclusive and limited edition lines from Italian and Spanish design houses, including renowned brand HYD. www.misschichi.com.