Dunnes Stores fans rushing to buy new designer trainer dupes – and they're €180 cheaper
The Tongue Feature Cow Print Gum Sole Trainers are available online and have also landed on shelves nationwide.
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Irish fashion fans are set to love these new cow print runners
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Shoppers reckon they make the perfect Samba dupes
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The suede look runners have an eye-catching cow print, a statement fold-over tongue and a gum sole.
Dunnes Stores chiefs said: 'A standout for summer, these cow-print shoes feature a fold-over tongue detail in soft faux suede.
'Set on a brown gum sole, they bring a fresh edge to denim and warm-weather looks.'
Shoppers on TikTok reckon the bargain trainers make the perfect dupe for the Adidas Samba OG Cow Prints.
Both runners have the iconic cow design and a gum sole.
The Dunnes Stores trainers are a bargain €20, while the Adidas pair will set you back €199.95.
The must-have trainers are available in sizes 36 to 41.
The fashion giant has also dropped the ultimate pair of denims that are perfect for your capsule wardrobe.
The Savida Maddie Side Stripe Denim Joggers have hit the shelves in stores nationwide and are also available online.
The wide-leg joggers are 100 per cent cotton with a denim finish.
Dunnes Stores shoppers in frenzy over new striped co-ord
They feature a tie waistline and an eye-catching stripe down the sides.
The retailer said: 'These wide-leg denim joggers are cut from a soft cotton denim with a relaxed silhouette, an elasticated waistband, and two side pockets.
'A contrasting side stripe runs down each leg that mimics vintage track styles.'
The comfy pants are available in sizes 6 to 18 but popular sizes have been snapped up online already.
Sizes 14, 16 and 18 are sold out on the website.
Retailing at €30, the joggers can be dressed up or down.
The fashion giant styled the joggers with a simple ribbed top and flats.
Get the look with the Savida Maddie Rib Top for just €12.
Available in blue or white, the cute top has a scoop neckline and short sleeves.
Its description reads: 'This t-shirt is cut from ribbed stretch fabric for a close, comfortable fit and features a scoop neckline and short sleeves.
'Lettuce edging adds a feminine finish at the cuffs and hem.'
The ribbed top ranges in sizes XXS to XXL.
Why police were called to first Dunnes Stores opening
BETWEEN the weekly food shops and bargain fashion - Dunnes Stores is a staple retailer in Irish households.
But this wasn't always the case, and when the initial branch of the shop opened its doors in 1944 it caused quite the stir
On March 31 of the year, Ben Dunne opened the first ever Dunnes Stores on St Patrick's Street in Co Cork.
Locals quickly learned of the grand opening and flooded into the store in what the retailer's archives recall as a 'shopping frenzy.'
The bargain clothing on sale inside the new store at 'pre-war prices' was one of the factors cited for the buzz.
During the chaos a window was forced in and Gardai were called to the scene.
Cops worked to deal with the eager crowds and keep shoppers calm and safe before they made it into the store for their first Dunnes experience.
Fast forward some 80 years, the business now employs over 18,000 people and although an opening of a Dunnes branch hasn't caused quite as much stir since the very first one, it has cemented its place as one of the nation's leading retailers.
Dunnes Stores now has 138 stores across Europe: 118 in the Republic of Ireland,
15 in Northern Ireland
Five stores in Spain.
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The cow print runners come in sizes 36 to 41
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