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Panicking about what to wear tonight? 

Never fear, town is usually a mere bus route away, so here's a few bits that are in stores at the moment to rescue your night out ensemble. 

Left to right: Bershka floral cut out dress €29.99

Bershka lace bralette €12.99

Bershka zip-front skirt €15.99

Bershka biker jacket €29.99

Left to right: River Island palm playsuit €33.00

River Island pink top €37.00

River Island gingham shorts €30.00

River Island fluffy heels €65.00

Left to right: Penneys heels €14.00

Penneys paper bag waist shorts €13.00

Penneys embroidered top €13.00

Penneys envelope clutch €13.00

Left to right: Topshop bodysuit €36.00

Topshop fringed suede jacket €295.00

Topshop LBD €64.00

Topshop denim and mesh skirt €46.00

Left to right: H&M mesh top €12.99

H&M fabric watch €19.99

H&M navy jumpsuit €44.99

H&M white crop top €22.99

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Feeling like you have nothing to wear tonight?

Never fear, we've put together a selection of gorge style pieces that are available in store right now, so hop on that bus to town and do some last minute shopping before hitting the town tonight. 

From vinyl skirts to colourful denim and on-trend accessories, these new season bits are giving us tonnes of outfit inspiration for tonight. 

Left to right: River Island T-shirt €25.00

River Island Cami Playsuit €45.00

River Island Navy Striped Skirt €43.00

River Island Pearl Detail Bag €35.00

Left to right: Penneys Biker Jacket €20.00

Penneys Bodysuit €10.00

Penneys Ear Cuffs €3.00 P

Penneys Flare Sleeve Top €13.00

Left to right: H&M Lace Bustier €9.99

H&M Halo Illuminating Highlighter €9.99

H&M Shark Tooth Necklace €7.99

H&M Patent Skirt €29.99

Left to right: Zara Leaf T-Shirt €29.95

Zara Embroidered Denim Jacket €69.95

Zara Lace And Leather Skort €39.95

Zara White Wrap Top €25.95

Left to right: Bershka Neon Block Heels €29.99

Bershka Printed Top €17.99

Bershka Lace Bralette €12.99

Bershka Pink Denim Jacket €27.99

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Fast fashion from high street stores is the perfect way to get your new season fashion fix on a budget, but an investigation has revealed that factories supplying some of the most popular high street shops in the UK may be taking advantage of their workers. 

An undercover investigation by Channel 4's Dispatches claims workers at these factories are paid less than the national minimum wage.

The documentary was broadcast this week, and it alleged that some workers are paid £3–£3.50 (€3.50-€4.08) an hour at three UK factories, some of which were sub-contracted to supply River Island, Missguided and New Look.

Newstalk heard from a River Island spokesperson who told them that the factory featured in the show was, "removed from our Approved Factory List in February 2016, following two failed River Island audits. Suppliers were informed not to use this factory for any further River Island orders."

"We are investigating this issue and will take appropriate action. Sub-contracting without River Island’s approval is a serious breach of our Terms and Conditions," the statement continued.

River Island are currently undertaking appropriate measures to investigate the matter further. 

"New Look is committed to respecting and improving the lives of workers right across our global business and supply chains, so we are extremely concerned by the outcome of this investigation," said a statement from the popular store. 

Missguided said they have instantly ended production in the factory that was named in the documentary. 

One of the factories at fault told the undercover Dispatchers reporter that competition from overseas was the cause of the underpaying.

"We don’t get paid much for our clothes, and we need to compete with China and Bangladesh. They can get it cheap there. How will they get it made cheaper here? If we pay everyone £10 or £6 then we will make a loss."

Here's to hoping that factories like this get shut down for good.

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Saving up for the hottest designer bag can be quite a chore, and in the run up to Christmas ain't nobody got time for that. 

Luckily the High Street is often on our side, and with party season looming on the horizon we all need some autumnal arm candy.

Michael Kors is one of Ireland's fave handbag designers, and the mega brand created another hit with it's Sloan quilted shoulder bag.

 

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The luxurious velvet finish and gold hardware make this cross body the most coveted A/W piece out there, but like all designer bags, it comes at a price.

Going for €350, it's definitely out of our already stretched Christmas budgets. 

Luckily, high-street accessories haven Parfois is rushing to our rescue, with their delightfully opulent velvet offering.

PARFOIS VELVET CROSS BODY €24.99

This Christmas party creation is totally twinning with Michael Kors, down to the gold and velvet chain strap, quilting and shape.

If you're not all about emptying your bank account in favour of a designer drop, this Parfois piece is a total sartorial steal at just €24.99.

We dare anyone to tell the difference!

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Making sure your seasonal wardrobe is fully stocked is one of winter's many chores.

From Christmas drinks and nights out to cosy basics for lounging on those chilly Irish evenings, we've found the best on-budget bits for any festive occassion. 

The ultimate party top

Whether it's 12 pubs or your work Christmas party, every girl needs a staple top to see her through the season.

Luckily, Penneys is serving up this asymmetrical piece which doesn't even need added accessories due to its' built-in choker. And for only €8, we'll see you in the queue.

The slip dress

While it's definitely not the weather for silk, our obsession with slip dresses is still going strong, especially when we saw this scarlet slip from Boohoo. 

Add a ribbed, long sleeved polo neck underneath to keep cosy or dress it up for evening with an oversized boyfriend coat. 

The velvet choker

Chokers are here to stay for the party season, but amp it up with a few embellishments.

This baroque style piece from New Look's Christmas collection is an on-budget €9.99 and is the ideal piece to jazz up that LBD. 

The seasonal watch

Staying on time in the Christmas rush has never been so chic. 

ASOS has just dropped this minimalist emerald green time keeper, so treat yourself or a loved one to this evergreen piece.

The perfect jumpsuit

Culottes are still going strong, and why wouldn't they be? The wide legged trouser style is comfortable, elegant and shows off your amazing new shoes brought by Santa.

The strappy top leaves plenty of room for statement jewellery and a helping of festive faux fur, and best of all? It's only €29.99 from New Look, in stores November 16th. 

A cosy cap

Keeping warm in the winter months is a nationwide hobby, and there's no better way than with a cosy hat. 

This ASOS  pom pom knitted beanie is the perfect stocking filler at only €16. Or you could just keep it for yourself. 

A velvet top

90s necklines aren't going anywhere, and luckily this River Island velvet plisse top is bringing full festive season glam.

Ideal for a quiet Christmas eve beverage or a full on night on the town, this top says winter without screaming December 25th. In stores this month. 

Festive PJs

We all need some cosy, fluffy flannels in our lives, especially when the winter weather kicks in.

The countdown to The Late Late Toy Show has officially begun (it's on the 2nd of December, people) and Penneys is serving up the very best in Late Late Toy Show themed night wear. Lying on the couch with junk food and Ryan Tubridy's festive antics in front of us is our idea of Christmas heaven, so having the cheap and cheerful (€14) outfit to match is a no-brainer.

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With almost 200,000 followers on Instagram alone, Ireland’s leading fashion blogger, Suzanne Jackson, knows a thing or two about style. 

But while the founder of So Sue Me insists that the key to dressing well involves a combination of high-street clothing and upmarket accessories, she says she will not be opting for an online label for her highly anticipated 2017 wedding.

 

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Speaking exclusively to SHEmazing!, the cosmetics entrepreneur reveals that she has yet to start shopping for her August 5 ceremony – when she will marry long-term love Dylan O'Connor – but eagerly explains the importance of finding a gown which is totally unique to her.

“I kind of want to go all out,” admits Suzanne. 

“I’m going to have something that hasn’t been seen before on another bride… I have my eye on a couple of different designers so I don’t know yet, but I know I won’t be in high street for my wedding day.”

Having recently returned from a Sofia Richie-led Pretty Little Thing event in London, things seem to be going from strength to strength for the 31-year-old Dubliner.

Styles from her new lash line have already been a huge hit with beauty lovers. Meanwhile, her country-wide workshops have completely sold-out and she's just about to reveal the next instalment of her beauty line which is due to debut in pharmacies this November.

But despite her success, Suzanne remains adamant that her brand would not have reached such heights without a lot of hard work and, of course, the valued support of her readers.

“Everything I do is 150 percent,” explains the popular brunette. “I built So Sue Me from the ground. I wasn’t famous before I did it. I didn’t have any backing from anybody. I built it from nothing and I’m very proud of that.

“My readers are the reason why I am successful today, so I like to build relationships with them. [My workshops] give me a great chance to meet them and for them to hear my story.

“I think people leave very inspired and I think that it’s really important as well to give people inspiration and give them the motivation to go do something for themselves.”

Noting the change in weather, Suzanne says faux leather is her favourite trend for the Autumn/Winter season, but insists that no matter what time of year it is, she stands behind one key style rule.

“My tip for people no matter what the season, is to always invest in your staple pieces. I would say to get a really good winter coat that doesn’t look too over the top, a nice jacket maybe with a faux fur trim around the neck that could act as a scarf… Invest in a really nice pair of ankle boots, good denims and I think you’re ready to go.”

Sounds like solid advice to us!

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While the royal tour of Canada featured a multitude of designer gear, the Duchess of Cambridge finished her trip with a more affordable look.

Greeting crowds in Victoria over the weekend, Kate Middleton kept things high street chic with a cream blazer and black skinny jeans from Zara.

Beneath the jacket, the mother of two – whose selling power has been well documented – wore a ribbed top from H&M.

The look was finished with a pair of J. Crew loafers, a set of pearl drop earrings and a gold necklace – all of which could be easily replicated with cost effective dupes.

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It won't be long now until you can pick up the wedding dress of your dreams in your fave high-street store. 

Less than a month after the launch of Asos's hotly-anticpated bridal collection and Penneys giving us all the wedding day trinkets we need, H&M are now jumping on the bandwagon with their own collection of gowns for the big day. 

H&M's Conscious Exclusive Collection not only features four wedding dress designs but the entire line is good for the environment too. 

Eh, major bonus points. 

With prices starting from €150, you can check out the luscious designs below: 

This lace and sheer number is making all of our ethereal wedding dreams come true. 

This simple design is perfect for a modern and minimal extravaganza. 

Design number three is serving Grecian-goddess-on-a-beach realness.

Or go outside the box with this short, rustic number. 

The collection launches in-store and online from April 7. 

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Our new daily Fashion TV show 'The Style Show' delivers your daily dose of fabulous fashion! In today's "Catch up" segment, our resident fashion reporter Ciara O' Doherty gives you your weekly fix of style news and gossip! Watch the video above to get the lowdown.

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'The Style Show' delivers your daily dose of fabulous fashion! In today's segment, "High-Street Hotlist" reporter Ciara O' Doherty brings you her top "Winter Warmer" picks fresh off the rails in River Island this week! Watch the video above to see her favourites.

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'The Style Show' delivers your daily dose of fabulous fashion! In today's segment, "Style Scout" reporter Ciara O' Doherty popped along to the Dundrum Town Centre "Trend Translation" event, and got all the gossip on the big Autumn/Winter trends from fashion expert Lorna Claire Weightman. Watch the video above to get all the gossip.

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Our new Fashion TV show 'The Style Show' delivers your daily dose of fabulous fashion! In today's segment, "High-Street Hotlist" reporter Ciara O' Doherty brings you her top Autumn/Winter picks straight off the rails in Warehouse this week, and they're all under €60! Watch the video above to see her favourites.

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