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I’m over 40 and tried on two new gorgeous jackets for autumn at Dunnes Stores – they’re selling fast
Shoppers are also loving new viral trainer dupes
A FASHION fan has told how she tried on two gorgeous new jackets for autumn from Dunnes Stores' Gallery range - and she would wear both to "different occasions".
Monica Ferrer Sala, @mon.fesa on Instagram, alerted her followers to the new arrivals.
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She said: "SELLING OUT FAST. Are you more of a boucle or denim jacket?
"I would wear both for different occasions but would you too???
"Of course both are GALLERY @dunnesstores."
Monica first showed off the Gallery Bouclé Jacket, which is priced at €45.
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According to Dunnes Stores officials: "The piping features a lurex thread woven throughout for some muted sparkle."
It has the classic round neckline and button down at the front.
The elegant item is available in a range of sizes from UK 8 to UK 18.
She then tries on the Gallery Denim Jacket in the colour white.
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The jacket is priced at just €25 and comes in sizes 8 to 20.
The retailer said: "Trust Gallery to put a fashionable spin on the classics.
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"Cut for a closely tailored fit, this collarless denim jacket features gold-tone buttons and four patch pockets.
"Gallery is available exclusively at Dunnes Stores."
Meanwhile, Dunnes Stores fans are rushing to buy viral platform trainer dupes after they dropped in a new colour.
The pink Platform Gum Sole Casual Trainers sent shoppers into a frenzy last month - and now they are back in grey.
The runners look very similar to Adidas Gazelles, which retail for €120.
The retailer said: "A classic with a twist, these trainers will add a retro touch to your outfit.
"Featuring a chunky sole, they have a sleek and minimal design with a faux suede toe detail."
The shoes can be paired with jeans, skirts and dresses for casual daytime looks.
They come in sizes 36 to 42 and are priced at just €22.
However, they are selling fast with sizes 36 and 37 already out of stock online.
Chloe, @@simply_choleelle on Instagram, last month revealed she had been considering buying the Adidas version but wasn't sure she would like them so wanted to try the pink Dunnes Stores dupe first.
Taking to Instagram, she said: "I always had my eye on Adidas Gazelle but was unsure if I would wear them.
"So I found a dupe in Dunnes, to try them out and see if they’re for me."
However, when she went to pick up the pink and green runners in store, they were sold out in her size.
Sharing the video of her shopping trip, she said: "I'm on my way to see if I can find them."
Spotting the bright runners she said: "Oh my God I can see them, I can see them. They don't have them in my size, I am so sad."
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.