I tried Primark's ‘Farm Rio dupe range' on a size 16 body – I loved one of their colourful coords for summer
SHOPPERS have been going crazy for Farm Rio's dopamine-hitting, colourful dresses and tops.
But if you can't afford the price tag, fear not, as Primark currently has a
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Primark currently has a Farm Rio dupe range, and it looks perfect for summer
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Size 16 Liz tried on their palm-tree adorned coord - and loved how it looked
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They also have a blue and white patterned coord, with the shirt costing £18
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The set looked sensational on Liz
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Created for a Brazilian market stall in 1997 by two friends, Kátia Barros and Marcello Bastos,
Loved by the likes of Selena Gomez and Priyanka Chopra the brand has infiltrated the UK and most recently made its way into Selfridges - with prices in the hundreds.
But now Primark has launched a gorgeous
The size 16 glam shopper was a huge fan of
the range
, and uploaded a video showing some items on the hanger and on her.
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First up was a colourful top and matching midi skirt decorated in palm trees and flowers, that featured puffed sleeves.
Next
up was a blue midi skirt and wrap top that looked sensational on Liz.
She also tried a top and shorts coord that looked ideal for holiday or a day at the beach.
The last Primark dress was her favourite and was a bright green midi dress with a V-neckline.
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Many people loved the haul as much as she did, with one saying: 'Girllllll the way Primark should be paying YOU because you WORE those.'
Another added: 'stunning! every single one!'
'I need it all ASAP!' fashion fans gasp as Primark prepares to drop new summer range, including a 'beach bag of dreams'
Farm Rio was founded in 1997 by Kátia Barros and Marcello Bastos as a small booth in an independent fashion market in Rio de Janeiro.
Their fun designs, which reflected the lively spirit of Rio, quickly gained popularity, and they soon opened multiple stores across
Brazil
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Farm Rio ventured into international
markets
in 2019, opening stores in cities such as
New York
,
Los Angeles
,
Paris
, and
London
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Liz also spotted a blue and white midi skirt and matching top
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Again, it looked incredible on her and perfect for holidays
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Primark's green midi dress was her favourite from the range
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She modelled the dress for a TikTok video
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Each year, the brand produces over 700 unique prints.
If you want to steal the look for less, Fabulous' fashion team found some incredible high street alternative options.
So, whether you are heading to Copacabana Beach or just popping to Croydon for a coffee this
summer
, our picks can get the Farm Rio look for not as much buck.
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Primark's new collection has fans racing to stores
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People say it reminds them of FARM Rio's bold designs
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But the Primark collection is a fraction of the price
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This gorgeous printed dress will be available next week
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Why Primark is great for looking expensive on a budget
By Clemmie Feildsend, Fabulous Fashion Editor
AS someone who's no stranger to grabbing a last-minute outfit from Primark for a night out, it's about time that celebrities started catching on too.
For as long as I've been heading out, Primark has been my go-to for those 'I have nothing to wear' moments, rushing in at the last minute to find something perfect.
And I'm definitely not alone - on any Friday or Saturday night, you'll find plenty of shoppers doing the same thing, right before closing time.
But no matter what, Primark always delivers.
Now, Rita Ora is leading the charge, showing that you can snag a designer-worthy look without spending a fortune at high-end stores.
While Rita's not rushing in last minute for a red carpet outfit, she's proving you can achieve the same high-impact style for much less.
Looking stunning in her tailored suit alongside her mum Vera, Rita fit right in among the other A-listers dripping in Prada, Dior, and Victoria Beckham - if anything, she looked even better than some of the guests at The Fashion Awards.
With Myleene Klass and Roxy Horner already jumping on the Primark bandwagon, I'm sure more stars will be following suit soon enough.
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