IF you're on the look out for but hate the idea of traipsing around yet another shopping centre, then Family Album may provide the solution. This mail order company has been in business in Ireland for more than 20 years, and now has some 70,000 customers here who can choose between Family Album's own label styles and items from such well known names as Nike, Kangol, Levi's and Calvin Klein jeans. Prices for denim and casual clothing is usually the same as in retail outlets.
While not everything will suit all tastes, the range is wide enough to meet most requirements. Family Album produces some simple pure silk separates, for example, priced at £59.99 for a jacket and £39.99 for a pair of trousers. A pretty floral print flared sleeveless dress in cotton jersey with matching bolero jacket costs £34.99 for the two pieces and a pure new wool double breasted blazer £69.99.
In addition to womenswear, there are sections in Family Album which cover children's clothing, menswear, footwear and household goods. Although speed of delivery varies, on average all orders are met within two weeks. To order a free copy of the new 300 plus page Family Album catalogue, telephone 01-8072000, or write to Family Album, 1 Upper O'Connell Street, Dublin 1.