Bussiness
Dunnes Stores fans rushing to tills for new high rise pocket jeans for summer
DUNNES Stores fans are set to love their new collection of jeans that have landed in stores – and there’s three colours to choose from.
The Savida High Rise Cropped Pocket Jeans are available online and in stores nationwide.
The cropped jeans have a high waist line and two front pockets.
Shoppers can choose from stone, red or indigo.
Dunnes Stores designers said the pants have a good stretch.
They said: “With a slight kick flare at the hem, these Savida jeans have a high rise and two patch pockets at the front.
“They also feature stretch to ensure a good fit.”
The Savida jeans, retailing at a bargain €25, are available in sizes 6 to 18.
The fashion giant styled them with a simple Stretch Vest that costs €3.
Its described as: “This pretty and practical stretch vest is a versatile choice for exercise, leisure, light summer wear or layering during winter. In a fitted shape, it’s created in a cotton-rich blend.”
The basic top, available in sizes XS to XXL, comes in black, grey, navy and white.
Dunes Stores fans are also scrambling to get their hands on a new major designer dupe dress.
The Savida Aurora Midi Slip Dress, featuring a striking leopard print, is available online and in shops nationwide.
The sleek leopard print midi dress has spaghetti straps and a slit up the front.
Dunnes Stores bosses said the frock is perfect for summer.
They said: “This leopard print midi-length dress with half-lined interior is made of lightweight fabric, perfect for summer evenings. With a slit at one side of the hem, pair it with boots for a chic look.”
It makes the perfect dupe for the Ganni Leopard Print Chiffon Dress retailing at €265.
But the high street version is a steal at just €35.
The animal print dress ranges in sizes XXS to XXL but XXS has been snapped up online already.
For those who love the leopard trend, Dunnes Stores have also dropped a Gallery Leopard Print Dress.
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The pretty long sleeve dress has a v-neck and matching tie belt.
It’s description reads as: “This timeless leopard print dress has a v-neck adorned with tassels, a waist-cinching tie belt, elasticated cuffs, and subtle pockets. Pair it with gold hoops for a classic look.”
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.