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I tried stunning wedding guest dress at Dunnes Stores – it's the perfect staple to have in wardrobe for events

I tried stunning wedding guest dress at Dunnes Stores – it's the perfect staple to have in wardrobe for events

The Irish Sun11-07-2025
A FASHION fan has told how she tried a stunning dress from Dunnes Stores for a wedding at a bargain price.
Lauren Mullane alerted her followers on
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Lauren shared a look at the stunning dress on TikTok
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It features a stylish cutout at the back
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The dress cost just €20
Credit: DUNNES STORES
In the caption of the
She wrote: "Literally the perfect staple
In the video, she can be seen wearing the stunning silk navy dress, which is perfect for any occasion.
She explained that it's currently day two of her best friends
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Lauren said: "This is the outfit, it's a navy satin ankle-length, floor-length dress."
Turning around, she shows that the back has an elegant cut-out, adding a layer of
Speaking about the back of the dress, she added: "It's really comfy because it has kind of a stretch (elastic band)."
It has short sleeves with a plunging v-neckline, while the satin skirt flows underneath.
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She added: "You'll never guess where it's from.
'It's an absolute beaut' says Dunnes Stores fan over summer dress with striking bodice just €40
"Such a handy one just to have in your wardrobe for weddings, events, parties - anything."
She pairs the dress with a white
Her jewellery is from Swarovski, and she added a pearl headband from
She described the dress as "stunning," adding: "I love it."
The dress is not currently available on the Dunnes Stores website, but may still be stocked in your local shop.
BELLY-FRIENDLY BUY
And shoppers are also set for a frenzy over a brand
The retailer has brought out another perfect
It's just the latest in a long line of different top summer pieces from the retailer that are now in stores.
The dress is just €35, and is available in sizes 8 to 20.
The deep blue dress is covered in white floral patterns for a stunning summery vibe.
It features mid-length sleeves with a plunging v-neckline, making it perfect to wear in the warm
The skirt is flowy with a baggy waist, so it's perfect for anyone who may feel a bit self-conscious.
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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