Yesterday we made our first trip to the new Diamond Dolls (www.diamonddollsdreamjewels.com) store in Banbridge with high expectations. Owned by Brenda Part, the original Diamond Dolls boutique in Moira is one of our favourite shops with a high glitter and sparkle factor so we knew that the Banbridge branch of Brenda's business would be out of this world, and not only were we not disappointed, we were totally blown away!

Located in an old bank building Diamond Dolls occupies a large, bright, airy space and the whole place reflects Brenda's impeccable taste down to the very last detail. Sympathetic to the original bank building Brenda has retained the original black and white tiled floor, carved plaster covings,  and echoed a theme of stone pillars throughout the store from hollowed out pillars with glass display shelving to stencilled pillars on the walls of the dressing rooms which are located in the old bank vaults.

Far from being austere, the interior of Diamond Dolls has an atmosphere of glamour and decadence owing to the abundance of large mirrors, gilt cherubs, rich drapes, French cabinets, black and silver chairs, and rugs studded with diamantes. The perfect backdrop for the fabulous stock which ranges from smart day frocks to sexy cocktails dresses and stunning red carpet gowns, perfectly blended with vintage jewels and accessories. Brenda is also now stocking the fabulous Stop Staring range of vintage 1940s/50s style dresses for glamorous pin up girls. There is something here for everyone with prices from £15 to £500. Behind a crystal bead curtain is the Diamond Dolls bridal room which is home to both vintage and designer sample wedding dresses as well as a beautiful collection of vintage head dresses and other bridal accessories.

Diamond Dolls is located at 50 Bridge Street, Banbridge and is open from 10.30am to 5pm Tuesday to Friday, and 10am to 5pm on Saturday. Brenda will also be attending our next Frock Around The Clock Vintage Fair at Bellinis in Newry on Sunday 11th September.

We were very excited to hear that Mary from Granny's Attic Vintage has just returned from a buying trip around the UK, and even more excited when we saw these preview pics of some of the gorgeous evening dresses she found on her travels. Dating from the 1920s through to the 1950s these beauties are going to disappear fast at Frock Around The Clock tomorrow so come on down early before they are gone!

We heard that Ursula from B Ford has been working on a new collection of fascinators and headpieces - hope that they will be unveiled at Frock Around The Clock this Sunday!

Ever fancied being the star of a pin-up photoshoot? Come along to Frock Around The Clock and meet award-winning photographer Trazanne and make-up artist Alicia from X-Perience Boudoir who will be selling vouchers for their Boudoir, Burlesque and pin-up photoshoots.

With an aim of making you feel wonderful about how you look, X-Perience Boudoir Photography have dedicated a studio entirely for the purpose of both vintage & modern boudoir photography to help create a unique and stunning personal gift for you, or someone special in your life.

Visit their website www.x-perienceboudoir.com or follow them on Facebook for more details.