About Us
Folkster – Born in Ireland
Founded in 2008 by stylist Blanaid Hennessy, Folkster is an independent, family-owned fashion and lifestyle brand. What started as a small vintage store in Kilkenny has grown into a go-to destination for bohemian-inspired occasion wear, with stores in 11 South William St Dublin 2, and 27 Patrick St. Kilkenny, plus Folkster Bridal in Kilkenny, a private appointment space in Ballymount and an online store at folkster.com. :)
Our team designs all of our Folkster gowns, dresses here in Ireland along with many of our accessories, handpicking fabrics and shades while working closely with our trusted family-run production partners in Spain and India. We take customer feedback seriously, using it to refine our designs :) We also hand pick and buy in some smaller independent clothing and accessories brands to round out our offerings to our customers - calling these Folkster Finds!
The Folkster Family
Our team started with just Blanaid and her family:
• Brother, Eoin (Photographer)
• Sister, Roisin (Head of Bridal)
• Mam, Kay (Vintage Buyer)
• Dad, Joe (Stock Deliveries)
• Brother, Aran (Videographer)
Now, we’re a team of 50+, with many members who have been with us for years! We’re committed to creating a respectful, positive, and rewarding work environment.
Want to join us? Check out our Careers Page >>HERE<<
Meet Our Team
Our Senior Team are the most incredible and dedicated folks, many of whom have worked with Folkster for up to 10 years now!
- Paula Doolin - Head of Operations
- Kerrie Woods – Head Designer
- Roisin Hennessy – Head of Bridal
- Elluz Rivero - Warehouse & Preorders
- Sarah Healy - Bridal Manager
- Rickilee Smith - Head of Customer Care
- Katie O’Brien - Visual Merchandising
Our amazing Store Managers are :
• Lee - South William Street
• Viktorija – Kilkenny
Along with so many amazing stylists and assistants - we’re so proud of our team who are always happy to help :)
Our Story & Ethos
Our first store was built from recycled pallets from Blanaid’s family farm, and we continue to use upcycled or our own designed materials for shop fittings and photoshoot sets. Sustainability and creativity are at the heart of everything we do!
Folkster has been proud to be featured in Elle Japan, Vogue UK, and many bridal sites. Our designs have been worn by celebrities such as
Angela Scanlon,
Amy Huberman,
Vogue Williams,
Sinead Kennedy,
Katja Mia,
Ailbhe and Aoibhinn Garrihy,
Erin McGregor,
Jennifer Zamperelli,
and, hopefully - you! :)
If you’re wearing Folkster, tag us with #Folkster. :)
Visit Us
We LOVE nothing more than meeting our customers in real life - we love the chats and making you feel welcome :) Come explore Folkster & Folkster Bridal!
➡ Find info on our Walk-In Store Locations >>HERE<<
➡ Private Appointments are available to book >>HERE<<
➡ Shipping & Delivery Info for online shopping is right >>HERE<<
Oh and please do follow us on our socials -
Instagram, Facebook and TikTok : @SHOPFOLKSTER
Thanks for stopping by—we hope you love Folkster as much as we do!