AN Irish fashion fan has found the perfect statement shirt – and it’s on sale for a bargain price.
Sarah McCarthy, who goes by @casual_weekend_style on Instagram, is a clothes lover who posts affordable outfits to her followers.
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Sarah updated her followers on her latest holiday[/caption]
She recently took to social media to show off her latest buy, a bold metallic shirt from Marks and Spencer.
The style queen paired the oversized item with a black sparkly top, black trousers and pointed black heels.
She gave followers an update on her latest trip to Portugal as she showed off her outfit choice while on the holiday.
Luckily for fans of Sarah’s look, the silver shirt is available in shops around the country now.
Not only that, but the chic item is on sale at a bargain price amid a post-Christmas sale.
The shirt was originally retailed at €54 but has now been reduced to just €17.
But there’s one major drawback for those hoping to snap it up – the shirt is sold out online.
Due to popularity, all sizes in all shapes have flown off the racks and can no longer be purchased on the website.
But disappointed shoppers should not despair, as many lucky punters will find it hanging on the racks in store.
The reduced price shirt can be found in sizes six up to 20 in the petite shape.
And it comes in sizes six up to 24 in the regular shape.
The item features long sleeves, a high collar, and buttons down the front.
It can be worn as a layer or on its own to add drama to an plain outfit.
Fashion bosses called the look “smart”.
‘PERFECT ADDITION’
An official description of the item reads: “This statement metallic shirt is the perfect addition to your occasionwear wardrobe.
“It’s crafted in a regular fit and features long cuffed sleeves. The collared neck and button-through fastening with concealed placket give it a smart finish.
“M&S Collection: easy-to-wear wardrobe staples that combine classic and contemporary styles.”
Shoppers who did get their hands on the shirt were left delighted, and now the piece has multiple positive reviews.
‘STRIKING STATEMENT’
One user said: “Striking statement shirt. Really soft to wear. Can be worn as a top or jacket.
“Excellent quality and a good fit. I sized up one size as they do come up smaller.”
Another said: “Lovely shirt. It’s very soft and comfortable and the silver definitely makes it a bit special.
“I bought a 10 which is perfect (I find M and S quite generous with their sizing which always makes you feel good)!”
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.
