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Why Irish Aran Sweaters Are Loved In The USA

Why Irish Aran Sweaters Are Loved In The USA

Virtually nobody returns home to US soil without an Aran sweater after a visit to the Emerald Isle. It is the quintessential token of Irish fashion that has stood the test of time. Although the Aran sweater originated in the 1930s, it is still well loved today owing to its timeless design and superior quality. In fact, it’s not just Americans who adore the Aran sweater. The unique sweate ...

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Max Benjamin and the new Ocean Islands Collection

We spoke to Max Benjamin’s creative director Mark Van Den Berg to find out his favourite scent from the collection Irish owned Max Benjamin is run by brothers Mark and David Van Den Bergh in their studio in Enniskerry Co. Wicklow.Max Benjamin has evolved significantly since starting 10 years ago and its luxury home fragrance collections are now housed in world-renowned department store ...

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The innovative Irish Jewellery Makers that are keeping traditions alive

The innovative Irish Jewellery Makers that are keeping traditions alive

Get to know some of the incredibly talented jewellery designers and makers we have at Kilkenny Design. We are so lucky to support such fabulous Irish Jewellery designers as Enibas, Alan Ardiff, Andrea Mears, Loinnir, Shock of Grey, Loinnir and much more. These craftspeople are keeping jewellery traditions and techniques alive in Ireland and are shining a spotlight internationally on the ...

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