I'm over 40 and tried stunning new summer trousers at Dunnes Stores, I tried so hard NOT to buy them

The Irish Sun

04-06-2025

A FASHION fan has told how she tried on new trousers for summer at Dunnes Stores - and couldn't resist buying them.
Carrie Barrett, who posts under
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The newest set in Dunnes Stores is perfect for summer
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One influencer flaunted her new pants on Instagram
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This latest look has a matching shirt for €30
In the video, she flaunted the Frieda embroidered suit trousers for €30.
Crafted from a lightweight crinkle-textured fabric, these wide leg trousers feature an elasticated waistband - ideal for belly-conscious shoppers.
Pair them with delicate foliage embroidery, with a white scoop neck top and kitten heels for a chic seasonal look.
Or better yet, style the trousers with the matching Frieda shirt to create a unique wedding guest outfit.
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The matching top features a classic collar and a full button-through front.
And this item is also for sale for €30.
Sizes range from XS-XL in this stunning new co-ord.
This is the set of the
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Both items are sold separately online and in stores across the country.
Meanwhile, fashion fans are going wild for the latest
Dunnes Stores fans go wild for dupe tops that are perfect for summer
One Irish fashion shopper, who posts under
took to TikTok to show off the tank tops.
Get the Loewe look at a bargain price of just €12.
The original Loewe has Anagram tank top retails for €580.
It comes in two different colours of white or grey.
The ribbed tank tops can be dressed up or down - perfect for
Style your dupe with wide leg jeans and a slingback heel for a classy dinner look.
Or get a chic athletic look with black leggings, baseball cap and large tote bag.
The Savida Bailey Rib Vest is available in
across the country and online.
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.