H&M

This is usually the H&M I go to when I go shopping for clothing in Dublin. I like the style that they have and I like that you can find clothing that are in my size (⁴⁴⁄₁₆). The only things I believe are missing from this location is better tights, men’s clothing and more space.
I am addicted to tights because they have so many good qualities and I need new tights on a monthly basis because I simply wear them out be it expensive ones for 30 Euros a pair or 3 Euros for two pairs. So I am always on the hunt for good pretty fashionable tights. But this is not the place to go for tights and that is why I can only give this store a 3* even though I am THE H&M fan.
I love that they have all kinds of styles in this store, they have the lesser crazy «divided» style and the clothing from vogue magazine, which I love because I loooove Vogue and the classic style that the magazine has. If I had the money I would go all Vogue. If I did not have a budget where as I could spend my money I would have bought half the store. Just need to loose those 20 pounds ;)

I DO like H&M very much. That said, I am reviewing this specific location and why it sucks:
1) Stairs — To get to the women’s department you have to walk through the mens and go up the stairs. Sometimes I am just plain lazy or have been walking all day. I just dont want to do it. For all of us out there who like to spend the entire day shopping and comparing and rethinking and deciding about what we’ll buy, the stairs are just not the welcome we deserve.
2) Narrow Aisles — There’s nothing like barely-​existent aisle space between the clothing racks to make a girl feel like an enourmous hephalump trying to squeeze by without taking out a stack of sweaters with your rump.
3) Useless Shopgirls — There must be a tanning salon nearbyThese girls unhelpful, aloof, and affected – all whilst maintaining the color of a ripe tangerine.
4) Small Selection — I had been shopping at the King Street location and having second thoughts about a sweater I put back. I made a special trip to this H&M and it was nowhere to be found. In fact, many of the things I had seen at the other location were not available here.

When I travel I always stop into the local H&M to check things out. I’ve been to so many of them throughout Europe & the US, but Dublin & Prague’s H&M’s will always go down as the worst that I’ve ever experienced. What a shame. The people of Ireland really deserve better.

I love H&M — I don’t find it to be a Hit&Miss like some people do. Nope, I think it’s all Hits. I just wish this store would put the men’s stuff upstairs and the women’s stuff downstairs! Having said that, it’s worth the climb to check out all that’s on offer. All the new ranges are always stocked here, along with great sale items that are sometimes as cheap as a couple of euro. H&M’s leggings are ace by the way — they always fit really well and they don’t stretch too much, fall down or sag at the knees. This store also has a great bag and accessories section — I think I must have about ten scarves from here at this stage, and a few bags too. And if you don’t feel like going back down the stairs with all your shopping, you can take the lift!

My smart sisters refer to H&M as «Hit & Miss» and I think it sums up my feelings nicely! I’ve had days where I come out completely hidden by the enormous pile of cheap and fabulous clothes and accessories I’ve found… and others where everything is hideous.
The Henry St branch is only OK. They used have casual womenswear downstairs with more upstairs but now it seems to be all menswear downstairs so the selection isn’t huge. The merchandising is a bit haphazard and they often have very little stock. Prefer the branch near Stephen’s Green for selection and general ambience. But in general I think I’ve been ruined by bigger outlets like the one at Oxford Circus. Will still peep in every time I pass hoping for a hit though :-)

As far as high street stores go I have to admit that I am a fan of H & M! The fabrics and quality of the clothes are better then New Look and maybe the same as River Island but the prices are a lot more affordable and the styles a lot more varied and unique to other stores.
They do a great line of basics and everyday wear and fab under ware and jewellery and hats, and in some stores they stock their cosmetics and toiletries. Their sleep ware is also really nice!

H&M was welcomed with open arms by mini Dublin fashionistas when it first came to Ireland. Those who had sampled its wares on trips to London were delighted to see it finding a home here. To be fair, it’s a grand shop for a poke around in but I’d hardly hail it as ground-​breaking…
The clothes aren’t as ‘styled’ and try-​hard as Topshop. They feel lighter and brighter. You can definitely pick up some simple shirts, t-​shirts, accessories and bits n bobs for your wardrobe for a decent price. As with any high-​street shop, I wouldn’t rely on it too heavily or you’ll end up looking like a H&M mannequin.

Okay, so you might be thinking why should I read a review on H & M? They are all the same. Not true!
Each H & M reflects each city’s fashion. The one on Henry Street stocks different clothes than the one in my hometown of Montréal.
One major difference is that Henry Street sells makeup. Really cheap makeup that looks good but isn’t the best quality. A nail polish from here will come in all the trendy colours but it will chip after 2 or 3 days of wear. I guess you get what you pay for.
Another thing about H & M is that it has great accessories. There’s a whole section of hats, scarves, bags, and jewellery in the back of the top floor. In the past, I bought some great looking purses from here.
The girls are definitely more spoiled than the guys. The men don’t have as much to choose from. The stuff for men is mostly t-​shirts and hoodies.
In my opinion, H & M is a great place to do budget shopping. Walk in with 40 Euro and walk out with a bag full of cool clothes.

I’m not the biggest fan of the Topshop/H&M/Kate Moss ‘London look’ thing to be honest. The residual (friendly) animosity towards Trinity’s ‘Team England’ brigade has yet to fade, and with it a general aversion to the fashion. H&M is less culpable than Topshop however, and this store is big enough for you to find something that you’d like, even if it’s just a simple basic top or something. I have to admit, however, the last thing I bought here was actually in the men’s section — why in the world a man would want to wear bright purple ¾ sweat pants is a bit beyond me, but fashion is a fickle business I’m sure. They do me nicely for the gym though…