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The Irish Sun
a day ago
- Entertainment
- The Irish Sun
Penneys selling must-have denim mini dress in two different colours that's perfect for warm weather – and only €20
PENNEY'S fans are rushing to buy the latest chic look in stores that comes in two different colours and is perfect for concert season. The new Denim mini dress is now available for just €20. Advertisement 3 Get this must have summer look for just €20 Credit: 3 The new denim mini dress from Penneys is the perfect festival fit Credit: With a on the way this week, the retailer has all the best buys to keep you cool and stylish. Dance away in the fields of Stradbally or rock out at Malahide Castle in the latest look from Penneys. The new denim mini dress is just €20 and is the perfect festival fit. As the weather gets warmer, let your style get cooler in either the light or mid blue colour. Advertisement READ MORE ON FABULOUS FASHION Complete your warm weather collection as you pair this dress with combat boots, a cross body bag and some funky shades - perfect for Electric Picnic. Or get a more chilled day to day vibe with this trendy look when styled with an oversized shirt and low top trainers. Penneys bosses said: "The rounded neckline is super chic and gives it an elevated look and feel, while the seam detailing adds structure. "Stretchy for added comfort, it's finished with a central zip closure to the back that makes it easy to put on and take off. Advertisement MOST READ IN THE IRISH SUN Exclusive Exclusive "Team it with your fave flat sandals and get set to soak up the rays in style". All sizes are available online starting from six and going up to a 20. Penneys re-opening of one of their most famous stores with Dublin Mayor Emma Blain there to share her must have buy Meanwhile, other fashion fans are loving the new dreamy dress in stores that is a must-have this summer. The new puff sleeve maxi dress is no exception to the rule at only €30. Advertisement Pick between the green or white to stand out this summer. Sizes range from six up tp 20, so everyone can be chic this summer. Penneys said: "Soft details and a solid green finish make this maxi dress an effortless choice. "The V-neckline and gathered detailing at the bust and waist create a gentle shape, while short puff sleeves with elasticated cuffs add a touch of volume. Advertisement "Pair it with your favourite accessories and some sandals or low top trainers depending on your plans." Both styles are available in select stores around the country. 3 Get all the latest summer looks in stores or online Credit: Alamy THE HISTORY OF PENNEYS THE Penneys brand grew from humble beginnings on Dublin's Mary Street, where it opened its first store in 1969. Known as Penneys branched into the UK in 1973 with its first store opening in Derby. The UK now has 191 Primark stores in total. However, the Penneys name could not travel to Britain as the American retailer JC Penney had the right to use the name in the region. And in 2006, the expansion into Europe began with an opening in Spain, followed by the Netherlands, Portugal, Germany, Belgium, Austria, France and Italy. Primark went Stateside for the first time in September 2015, with the opening of a store in Boston. There are now 27 stores in America with branches in Florida, Brooklyn, Pennsylvania and New Jersey. The retailer's opened its largest store in Birmingham in 2019. It spans five floors and features Primark's biggest beauty studio to date, a barbers and three restaurants.
Irish Examiner
2 days ago
- Entertainment
- Irish Examiner
Taking solstice: nine ways to wear day dresses on the summer's longest day
It's the longest day of the year on Saturday. No better time to make the most of the daylight and, while you're at it, your favourite day dress. You know the one. The go-to gúna that spends more time on your body than on its hanger. The one with a cost-per-wear ratio so — you owe it money. Soon the long nights and chilly temperatures will return, and you'll be brainstorming ways to layer a tea dress that don't involve Grey Gardens cosplay. Embrace the height of summer and while we're here, let's find you a new wardrobe hero. The message here is one-and-done. With sunshine at a premium, time is not to be wasted. Add a pair of flat or heeled sandals, sunglasses, and a raffia bag to any of these looks and you're good to go. Similarly, look to colour and shape to do the heavy lifting. Penneys clearly understood the assignment with puff sleeves and ruffled V-neck maxi dresses in bright green and red. Whether pointelle or cotton, the result is easy and breezy. Ditto for & Other Stories and COS; their t-shirt and flounced iterations make laid-back look lovely. Dressed to impress? You will be in Clare O'Connor's silk shift with its painterly print and - wait for it - pockets. Equally, Sinead Keary's linen mini (a.k.a. The Marykate) wins big with its detachable shoulder bow ties for days of quiet luxury. As for me? Since visiting RIXO at Kildare Village, I've acquired a life-size crush on their 'Raven' midi dress. Can I take this into winter? No better time to test my theory. GET THE LOOK: 100% silk shift dress, Clare O'Connor, €420 1. 100% silk shift dress, Clare O'Connor, €420 'Raven' midi dress, RIXO, €490 2. 'Raven' midi dress, RIXO, €490 M&S Collection polka dot maxi dress, M&S, €115 3. M&S Collection polka dot maxi dress, M&S, €115 Puff sleeve maxi dress, Penneys, €30 4. Puff sleeve maxi dress, Penneys, €30 Cotton midi t-shirt dress, COS, €69 5. Cotton midi t-shirt dress, COS, €69 Flounced mini-dress, & Other Stories, € 6. Flounced mini dress, & Other Stories, €119 The Marykate linen detachable bow tie dress, Sinead Keary, €135 7. 'The Marykate' linen detachable bow tie mini dress, Sinead Keary, €135 Ombré 'Alba' midi dress, Never Fully Dressed, €235 8. Ombré 'Alba' midi dress, Never Fully Dressed, €235 Paula Echevarria 'Lola' V-neck maxi dress, Penneys, €28 9. Paula Echevarria 'Lola' V-neck maxi dress, Penneys, €28
The Journal
2 days ago
- General
- The Journal
Clothes worn in Europe from brands like Penneys and Zara found in huge dumps at Ghana nature reserve
FASHION WASTE FROM well-known brands like Penneys, Zara and Marks & Spencer has been found exported from Europe and dumped in massive quantities in Ghana in fragile areas of nature. Greenpeace's investigative unit Unearthed and its Africa branch have gathered photographic evidence and footage of discarded clothes at a huge new dumpsite expanding in a protected nature site that is home to rare birds and turtle species. The team found garments discarded by from high street brands in areas at or close to two open-air waste dumps that recently appeared inside the Densu Delta – designated as a habitat of 'international importance' under the Convention on Wetlands. One of the dumps, Glefe, has been established for four years, according to Google Earth historical images, and is taller than a two-storey building in places. The second, Akkaway is less than a year old but rapidly expanding, Greenpeace said. Clothes from Zara, H&M and Penneys were also found at a third dump on a riverbank outside the nature reserve, from where fashion waste often floats downstream, polluting the wetlands. The campaigners said they are concerned about the impact of microplastics and chemicals released from the textiles waste on the local wildlife. Meanwhile, local communities say their fishing nets, waterways and beaches are clogged with synthetic fast fashion exported to Ghana from the UK and Europe, they said. Ghana is the world's largest importer of used clothing, with 15 million items of discarded garments arriving each week, according to Greenpeace research. This overspill has overwhelmed Ghana's capital city Accra, resulting in new waste dumps rising up on the outskirts of the city, Greenpeace said. Advertisement The Densu Delta provides a habitat for birds such as rare roseate terns, which migrate from the UK, and curlew sandpipers, which visit from the Arctic tundra. The endangered leatherback and green turtles lay their eggs on the conservation area's beach, as does the olive ridley turtle, known for nesting en masse on the same beach where it hatched, local wildlife experts say. Baby goats at the Weija Ashbread landfill, an older textile dump site upriver from the Densu Delta protected wetlands, outside Accra, Ghana Michael Takyi Lartey / Unearthed / Greenpeace Michael Takyi Lartey / Unearthed / Greenpeace / Unearthed / Greenpeace Laura Burley, Greenpeace UK's plastic campaigner, said: 'It's heartbreaking to see a protected nature site turning into a waste dump because of our addiction to fast fashion. 'A dress designed to be worn just once or twice before being thrown away could pose a threat to rare birds and marine turtles in these protected wetlands for decades to come, while also harming people's livelihoods. 'And with the majority of these garments made of plastic fibres, our throwaway clothes are adding to the plastic pollution choking our oceans. 'The UK Government should force fashion retailers to take some responsibility for the waste they create while backing strong targets to cut plastic production in the UN Global Plastics Treaty.' Dr Jones Quartey, a wetland ecologist at the University of Ghana, told Unearthed that disposing of textiles in wetlands could cause irreparable harm. 'This is dangerous – more so when we don't know what chemicals are in the textile waste,' he said. 'The bioaccumulation and biomagnification of microplastics in aquatic organisms and humans could pose risks such as physical damage, chemical exposure and disruption of biological processes.' When contacted by Unearthed, the fashion labels acknowledged that the industry faces challenges around processing textile waste. M&S and Primark said they run 'take-back' schemes to help address the issue while H&M and Zara said they would support an extended producer responsibility framework to hold labels accountable for their products' end-of-life impact.
The Irish Sun
2 days ago
- Entertainment
- The Irish Sun
Penneys fans rushing to buy stunning €30 dress that comes in 2 colours and perfect for warm weather
PENNEYS fans are rushing to buy a stunning new dress for summer in two colours - and it's perfect for the hot weather. With a 3 The new maxi dress features a puff sleeve design Credit: 3 Choose from white or green in this stunning summer look Credit: Get a chic holiday outfit this summer with the latest look in stores from Penneys. The company has been excelling with their The new puff sleeve maxi dress is no exception to the rule at only €30. Penneys said: "Soft details and a solid green finish make this maxi dress an effortless choice. READ MORE ON FABULOUS FASHION "The V-neckline and gathered detailing at the bust and waist create a gentle shape, while short puff sleeves with elasticated cuffs add a touch of volume. "Designed with an empire waistline for a relaxed fit, it also includes a tie closure at the back neckline." Go from "Pair it with your favourite accessories and some sandals or low top trainers depending on your plans." Most read in Fabulous Pick between the green or white to stand out this summer. All sizes ranging from 6 - 20 are available I'm over 40 and tried cutest spring set in Penneys and it's giving major Chanel vibes Fans are also loving the new unique look that is a must have for your wardrobe this summer. Add a little texture to your rotation with this tiered short sleeve t-shirt for just €20. The soft ruffle sleeves and layered hem add shape and dimension, while the back button makes for easy fastening. Or better yet, get a break from the dresses with the matching maxi skirt for just €22. Everyone can stun in ruffles this as sizes range from XS to XL. You can choose from a stunning teal or pink, as these latest summer staples come in two different colours. Embrace that effortless boho feeling with this tiered maxi skirt as you pair the look with a white box tee and sandals. Penneys said: "And with a comfy stretch waistband, this skirt is as practical as it is pretty. Pick your favourite, with both colours available online and in stores across the country. 3 Get all the latest summer looks in Penneys Credit: Marc O'Sullivan THE HISTORY OF PENNEYS THE Penneys brand grew from humble beginnings on Dublin's Mary Street, where it opened its first store in 1969. Known as Penneys branched into the UK in 1973 with its first store opening in Derby. The UK now has 191 Primark stores in total. However, the Penneys name could not travel to Britain as the American retailer JC Penney had the right to use the name in the region. And in 2006, the expansion into Europe began with an opening in Spain, followed by the Netherlands, Portugal, Germany, Belgium, Austria, France and Italy. Primark went Stateside for the first time in September 2015, with the opening of a store in Boston. There are now 27 stores in America with branches in Florida, Brooklyn, Pennsylvania and New Jersey. The retailer's opened its largest store in Birmingham in 2019. It spans five floors and features Primark's biggest beauty studio to date, a barbers and three restaurants.
Scottish Sun
4 days ago
- Business
- Scottish Sun
Award-winning family-run fish and chip shop suddenly closes two branches over ‘rising costs'
Click to share on X/Twitter (Opens in new window) Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window) FANS have been left devastated after a famous fish and chip shop has shut two of its premises' doors after 60 years. The adored family-run chippy Gormans shuttered its locations on Redburn Road in Westerhope and Denton Road in Newcastle due to "rising costs". Sign up for Scottish Sun newsletter Sign up 1 Newcastle chippy Gormans has been forced to close two shops over 'rising costs' Credit: Google Maps "We are closed. Due to the ever increasing costs of energy, stock and wages, we are sad to announce that we have been forced to close," signs on the shops' windows read. "Thank you to all our customers for your support over the years." Diners flocked to social media to mourn the closures. One wrote: "Used to be the best chippy in the area, queues every time. "What a shame." A second weighed in: "We've had our fish and chips from there for years." It is not yet known if other Gormans chip shops have been forced to close. Gormans was set up in the early 1960s by husband and wife Douglas and Evelyn Gorman. WHAT IS HAPPENING TO HOSPITALITY? Many food and drink chains have been struggling recently as the cost of living has led to fewer people spending on eating out. Businesses had been struggling to bounce back after the pandemic, only to be hit with soaring energy bills and inflation. Penneys re-open of one of their most famous stores with Dublin Mayor Emma Blain there to share her must have buy Multiple chains have been affected, resulting in big-name brands like Wetherspoons and Frankie & Benny's closing branches. Some chains have not survived, Byron Burger fell into administration last year, with owners saying it would result in the loss of over 200 jobs. Pizza giant, Papa Johns announced it would be shutting down 43 of its stores this year. Tasty, the owner of Wildwood, also shut sites as part of major restructuring plans. This year has seen the announcing of further closures including from casual dining group Chipotle and an award-winning independent bistro in Merseyside. A wave of other closures has rocked the high street, with even high end restaurants feeling the pinch. The glamorous French restaurant La Dame de Pic closed for good earlier this year, with Kora by Tom Kitchen also putting the shutters down. Some chains have blamed Rachel Reeves' decision to raise National Insurance contributions, though the Chancellor has insisted that her actions were necessary to stabilise the economy. Other restaurants, like La Goccia in Covent Garden, said that 'covid' and 'Brexit' has made it impossible to hire qualified staff - forcing them to close.
