Welcome to Louises
When we ask our customers what it is that they would like to see in the shop the answer is always the same, “something different”. With that in mind we try to provide people with a selection of gifts from the everyday tea cosy to the more wacky wine bottle holders.
We also cater for a wide range of budgets so whether you want a little something to say “just thinking of you” or you are looking for a wedding gift we are here to help.
The lady behind the name
Louise O’ Sullivan is the founder of Louises shop which first opened its doors on October 31st 2008. Louise has been a successful business woman her whole life from when she started work for in the family business at the age of 16. Her mother, Molly McElhinney founded McElhinney’s Department store in Athboy, which grew from a small dress making business in 1933 to a nationally renowned shop for ladies and bridal attire. Lousie took on the management of day to day operations at McElhinney’s after Molly passed away in 1988. She left McElhinneys 2006 and took some time out to enjoy life with her family.
After retiring from McElhinneys, Louise took a break for a couple of years and then looked to realise her dream of owning and running a gift shop. She has always been a people person and has said that the greatest joy from the shop is from the opportunity to meet so many people each day and to share their stories as well a good laugh.
It is very important to all the staff in Louises that every customer leaves our shop happy. This is part of the reason why our gift vouchers have no expiry date. We will do all we can to help you whether it is ordering in an item for you or helping you carry your bags to the car.