Dunnes Stores fans rushing to buy pink designer top dupe perfect for summer & autumn – and it's €70 cheaper
The new Savida Maddie Collar Blouse is available online and in
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The new Savida Maddie Collar Blouse is in stores now
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And it's the perfect dupe of a top from a major fashion brand
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Part of Dunnes' fabulous Savida collection, this blouse has a playful take on classic tailoring and is perfect for your
Priced at €25, it's the perfect dupe for blouses from the popular fashion brand Damson Madder.
And it's €70
The blouse is cut in a cropped silhouette with an open front, finished with fine self-tie closures that offer a subtle and adjustable touch for shoppers.
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Dunnes Stores bosses said: 'This romantic blouse is tailored to a flattering cropped silhouette with an open front, finished with delicate self-tie detailing.
'Crafted from a soft cotton blend with a subtly textured feel, it features an exaggerated double-layer collar framed by a ruffled frill trim.
'Savida is available exclusively at Dunnes Stores.'
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A fabulous textured surface adds structure to the blouse and it features a bold double-layer shape with a soft frilled trim along the edges.
This design gives the blouse a vintage-inspired look while still feeling modern enough for everyday wear.
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Shoppers can pair it well with high-waisted jeans, tailored trousers or even layered over a dress for a more
What's more, the fabric is a cotton blend of 80 per cent polyester and 20 per cent cotton which gives it a lightweight feel that's perfect for summer weather.
Care instructions for the blouse straightforward - wash at 40 degrees with similar colours, avoid tumble drying and iron on the reverse if needed.
This stunning piece is set to be a big hit, so savvy
Meanwhile, Dunnes Stores fans are loving a
The Savida Bandeau Button Front Co-Ord Top can now be found in locations across
Available with matching trousers, the top is the best way to jump on the popular waistcoat top trend.
The smart top has a strapless design and has buttons down the front with a curve hugging shape.
The item costs just €25 and is available in sizes XXS up to XXL.
Designers hailed the item as "on trend".
The
"Designed with two utility-inspired pockets, it can be styled with the matching trousers for an on-trend, tailored ensemble; sold separately."
The matching trousers feature a wide fit and can be found for only €25.
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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