‘Feels very elegant' cries Marks & Spencer fans over ‘flattering' summer dress – and it comes in two colours
The Pure Cotton Halter Neck Midaxi Beach Dress has hit the shelves in stores across the country and is also available online.
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A must-have summer dress has arrived in M&S
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It's available in two colours
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M&S designers said the dress is ideal for hot weather.
They said: 'This pure cotton midaxi dress is a stylish choice for beach days. It's designed in a regular fit with a feminine halterneck that ties at the back.
'A cut-out on the bodice adds a flirty feel to the piece. M&S Collection: easy-to-wear wardrobe staples that combine classic and contemporary
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Shoppers can choose from a hot tomato red or a classic black.
Retailing at €54, the dress ranges in sizes 6 to 18.
Size 6 and 8 are sold out in red and size 8 is sold out in black.
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The retailer styled the dress with flat sandals and a straw bucket bag.
Shoppers took to the reviews to rate the summer dress.
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One person said: 'Love this dress, it looks so good on, enough style and fantastic look.'
Another said: 'Beautiful and flattering, bought in red too.
'True to size. 5f 2 bought the 12. Not just to wear on the beach, I'd wear out on holiday in the evening too.'
One fan shared: 'Beautiful dress. Fits to true size, can't wait for the warmer weather to come.'
Another said: 'Absolutely gorgeous, so flattering but so comfortable too! Cant wait to wear this abroad.'
While another added: 'Love the fit. Feels very elegant. Light cotton material perfect for summer days and nights.'
Meanwhile, shoppers are in a frenzy over new wide leg
The Colour Block Wide Leg Trousers have landed in stores across the country and are also available online.
The wide-leg trousers have a thick stripe down the side and a small slit on the leg.
Dunnes Stores chiefs said the pants have an elasticated waist for comfort.
They said: 'These wide-leg trousers are designed for everyday wear.
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Shoppers said the dress is 'absolutely gorgeous'
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It's available online and in stores
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HISTORY OF MARKS & SPENCER
WHEN Michael Marks, an immigrant from the north of England, was able to obtain a stall in Leeds' Kirkgate Market in 1884, M&S was born.
He used the catchphrase "Don't ask the price, it's a 'penny'" to build his career after arriving with little money and minimal command of English.
His little booth selling basic home goods was rapidly booming because of this simple idea and his diligent work.
Michael teamed up with Dewhirst wholesalers' cashier Tom Spencer to help his expanding firm.
This collaboration gave rise to "Marks & Spencer" and its initial Penny Bazaar locations, which helped the company take shape as we know it today.
More than 15,000 purchases were made on the first day of trading.
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