Minnie Peters Interior Architecture Design (01-2933919 minniepeters.com) specialise in antique-looking and genuine antique over-mantle mirrors. They buy specially for jobs but also keep a stock of certain designs. These over-size round Parisian oeil de boeuf windows made into mirrors (above), €3,540 each, add a dynamic texture to a relatively simply styled space. They measure 1.34m in diameter. Visit their showroom at 12 Maple Ave, Sandyford, Dublin 18.
Are you dressed for success? This form-cut Marcella "Dress" mirror, complete with hanger, is full of personality and will enliven any last-minute checks in bedroom or hall. Price €220, it is available from The Conran Shop concession at Arnotts on Henry Street (01-8050400 Conranshop.co.uk). It measures 110 cm tall and is 60cm wide.
For queens who really want a mirror to reflect their colourful personality, the hand-painted Fantasia mirror will brighten up even the dullest of rooms. Price €399 from Aoki Interiors (051-614054 Aokiinteriors.ie), situated at Carrick Business Park on the Waterford Road in Carrick-On-Suir, Co Tipperary.
