DUNNES Stores shoppers are set to race to the tills to get their hands on a fabulous new co-ord – and it’s perfect for summer.
With holiday season coming up quickly, many will be looking for the perfect outfits to wear on their trips.
Especially in the warmer weather, it calls for a complete overhaul of a typical Irish winter wardrobe which is used to colder temperatures.
But heading to a warm country can mean sun dresses and light, airy clothes to feel the breeze.
Now, Dunnes Stores has expanded its spring/summer range to include a must-have co-ord that is sending shoppers into a frenzy.
The Gallery Lucia Plisse Trouser is selling for a bargain €20, and comes in a stunning burgundy colour.
The light trousers feature an elasticated waist with wide legs, making it perfect for the sun.
The trousers come in sizes XS to XL, but are set to fly off the shelves.
In the official item description on the Dunnes Stores website, fashion chiefs wrote: “From Gallery, these plissé trousers feature a stretch waistband for comfort and a wide-leg cut that flows effortlessly.
“The side seam pockets integrate seamlessly with the soft fabric, creating a flattering fit with every movement.
“Matching top available; sold separately.
“Gallery is available exclusively at Dunnes Stores.”
And the matching top is another must-have.
The Gallery Lucia Plisse Top costs just €15, and shoppers can choose from two colours – mahogany or cream.
The mahogany option is the same colour as the trousers, so is perfect for a full matching outfit.
The top is available in sizes XS to XL.
Dunnes Stores chiefs said: “From Gallery, this plissé top features soft pleats, a round neckline, and long sleeves.
“The lightweight fabric offers a comfortable fit and drapes beautifully, creating a flattering silhouette.
“Matching trousers available; sold separately. Gallery is available exclusively at Dunnes Stores.”
The two pieces could be worn together or paired with other pieces to create a different style, depending on the shopper.
Fashion fans could even pick up the trousers with the cream version of the top, to still enjoy the co-ord but with a pop of colour.
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.
