Dunnes Stores shoppers in frenzy over new pleated skirt for ‘pulled-together look' – it comes in three colours for €65
DUNNES Stores has released the perfect skirt for the summer season- and it comes in three styles.
The Paul Costelloe Living Studio Pleat Skirt retails for just €65.
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The Paul Costelloe Living Studio Pleat Skirt is €65
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It comes in three styles - foil, print and floral
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The foil option comes in a crisp ivory colour, and is perfect for the
The pleated skirt features an elasticated waist to create a flattering silhouette.
Shoppers can pick up the skirt in sizes XS to XL, and all options are still available in stock online.
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The print option comes in a dark purple colour, with a white, black and red print at the bottom.
It also features an elasticated waist and pleated skirt for that flattering look.
And shoppers can get the skirt in sizes XS to XL - and again, all the sizes are still in stock online.
The floral option also comes in a crisp white shade, with a colourful flower print across the whole skirt in pink, green, yellow and red.
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It's the perfect option for brightening up your
It also features an elasticated waist and pleated skirt for the perfect flattering silhouette.
'I adore this colour', cries Dunnes Stores fan as she tries on €40 'ultra-feminine' dress
The skirt comes in sizes 8 to 18 - though sizes 8 and 16 have already sold out online.
In the official item description on the Dunnes Stores website,
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"Designed with a fitted waistband and subtle elastic at the back for ease, the pleats hold their shape while allowing the fabric to flow.
"Pair with a simple top or the matching tones in the collection for an easy, pulled-together outfit.
"Brought to you by Irish designer Paul Costelloe, exclusively for
All three skirts are perfect to wear to any summer occasion.
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They could be dressed up with a chic top and high heels for a night out or
Or, opt for comfort by adding some runners and an oversized jacket or cardigan when the
And all three skirts are perfect for packing to bring on
All three skirts are available both online and in
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It is perfect for a range of summer occasions
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THE HISTORY OF DUNNES STORES
DUNNES Stores opened its first store on Patrick Street in Cork in 1944 - and it was an instant hit.
Shoppers from all over the city rushed to the store to snap up quality clothing at pre-war prices in Ireland's first 'shopping frenzy'.
During the excitement, a window was forced in and the police had to be called to help control the crowds hoping to bag founder Ben Dunne's 'Better Value' bargains.
Dunnes later opened more stores in the 1950s and began to sell groceries in 1960 - starting with apples and oranges.
The retailer said: "Fruit was expensive at the time and Ben Dunne yet again offered Better Value than anyone else in town.
"Over time, our food selection has grown and that spirit of good value has remained strong.
"Now we offer a wide range of carefully-sourced foods from both local Irish suppliers and overseas."
The retailer's first Dublin store opened its doors in 1957 on Henry Street and a super store on South Great Georges Street was unveiled in 1960.
They added: "In 1971, our first Northern Irish store opened, and many others soon followed.
"Expansion continued in the 1980s in Spain, and later into Scotland and England."
Dunnes now has 142 stores and employs 15,000 people.
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