The Curtain and Gift Traders on Newtownpark Avenue in Blackrock, Co Dublin (01-2836547) is the savvy shopper’s first port of call.

If you’re still dithering about your Christmas decorative style, they have chic, cheap and cheerful decorations that start from as little as €1. They’ve also been embellishing and customising wicker wreaths that cost as little as €9.99. Their make-your-own Christmas tree angel and tree fairy packs will enchant small children.