The Wardrobe

There was once upon when a time when a Ballyclare lass, looking an outfit for that special occasion could be guaranteed The Wardrobe would be able to provide her whatever she had in mind. They sold something for everyone (if you could afford it, as it can be rather expensive) but alas, gone are those days and the shop now seems to stock fashions for the older lady that I’m not even sure my Granny would wear.
I will admit that they do sell a fabulous range of handbags and shoes, but their clothing seems to have gone well down hill. I’m sure I’m not the only one who thinks this, my mums side of the family are from Ballyclare (nine kids altogether — five of which were girls and they all loved a pay day treat in this store) they all agree that it just isn’t what it used to be. Sadly so, the other fashion stores in the town seem to have cornered the fashionable market stakes and The Wardrobe are left with the high end price tag, and some rather gaudy, ‘wouldn’t be caught dead in’ trends.
Now I will give them their dues, they’re known for being a great stockist of ‘Mother of the bride’ outfits and the accessories I spied were fantastically beautiful. (See pictures) maybe I’m too young or my style is too alternative to appreciate the clothes here … (I really don’t think so though) but The Wardrobe just isn’t what it used to be. Sadly it would appear the likes of Joli (- Fab! See review) or One have garnered the niche area of the market and left The Wardrobe lagging sadly behind.