DUNNES Stores has recently launched a new range of “effortless packing” outfits that are fabulous for summer.
As the summer season nears, many fashion lovers are on the hunt for some stylish new pieces for their summer holidays.
Taking to social media, Dunnes Stores said: “Holiday mood: The new collection from Carolyn Donnelly is full of lovely pieces designed for effortless packing.”
The new range features gorgeous sundresses, beach outfits and swimwear.
The first addition in the collection is the stunning Carolyn Donnelly The Edit Crepe Kaftan Dress for €60.
The kaftan dress has side seam pockets and a split hem – and it comes in a stunning blue and white floral print.
It’s the perfect wardrobe staple piece for holidays as it can be worn as an outer layer for beach trips or a dress for dinner dates with your girls.
And shoppers can pick it up in a different print, featuring stunning neutral stripes with red bold colours.
Both are available in sizes XS to XL.
For those looking for a new sundress, the range has a beautiful Crepe Sundress for €60.
Coming in a stunning print design that is commonly used by Southern Europeans, the V-neck sleeveless dress features a tiered skirt.
And it’s also available in sizes XS to XL.
Moving on to the swimwear section, the main fashionwear for holiday destinations with a swimming pool or beach.
The Carolyn Donnelly The Edit Print Strap Swimsuit is priced at €35 and it comes in a stunning pink striped design with contrast straps.
And there’s the Halter neck swimsuit version with gorgeous all-over blue print with red dots.
For those who prefer the bikini, the range offers a set of Carolyn Donnelly The Edit Square Print Bikini, with two pieces together for €45.
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The €25 halter neck bikini top features a stunning all-over print, making it stylish as it can be worn with any shorts or skirts, making it the perfect wardrobe staple for holidays.
And the €20 bikini bottoms feature a matching print.
All the swimwear additions are available in sizes 8 to 18.
The collection is now available to purchase online and in stores nationwide, but fans are warned that it may be a sell-out due to the busy summer season.
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.
