Opening of major flagship store in Dublin city postponed for ‘few more weeks'
Arket, located at the junction of Dawson Street and Nassau Street, was due to open for the first time today.
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The Arket store was due to open today
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Fashion fans will need to wait a few more weeks
Bosses have said the launch date has been delayed "until further notice".
A new opening date is expected to be announced shortly.
Managing Director Pernilla Wohlfahrt previously said: "We are very excited to announce this upcoming store opening of our Arket flagship store in Dublin and to finally meet our Irish customers face-to-face.
"The store will enable us to present our full brand experience and build a closer relationship with them."
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Founded in 2017 by the H&M Group, Arket is a curated, design-led brand that brings together clothing, interiors, accessories and
Known for minimalist fashion and homeware, the company said its focus is on clean lines, timeless staples and sustainability, offering pieces that are made to last.
Until now, Irish shoppers could only access the brand through its website or while
The store spans 810 square metres across two floors, making it one of Arket's largest locations in Europe to date.
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And it's designed to reflect the brand's calm aesthetic with soft greys, natural oak finishes, structured displays and plenty of open space.
The cafe will offer a seasonal vegetarian-focused menu inspired by Nordic food with pastries, open sandwiches and organic coffee.
The brand describes itself as a 'modern-day market' - a place where fashion, interiors and food come together under one curated experience.
Meanwhile, a popular restaurant in the capital has announced its
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They wrote on Instagram: "After a wild ride, we've decided it's time to shut our doors.
"Karen's will officially close after Sunday, August 3rd - so if you've ever wanted to experience the madness (or come back for round two), now's your last chance.
"Like many independent spots, we've felt the pressure - VAT at 13.5%, rising costs, tight margins, and so much more.
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"A huge thank you to everyone who supported us, shouted at us, laughed with us, and made this place what it was.
"It's been unreal. Once again thank you for being part of it - we hope to see you one last time before we turn off the lights."
And a number of customers rushed to the comments to share their thoughts.
One said: "Absolutely gutted."
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Another added: "Oh no, I am so sorry to hear this."
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