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Thu 11 Nov 2010Fashion chain celebrates 25th birthday
WHAT STARTED as a little boutique in Limerick in 1985 called Gaywear by Brown Thomas owner Galen Weston, and later became known as A|wear, celebrated its 25th birthday in Dublin yesterday with a parade of inexpensive party dresses and accessories.
“Every girl can afford to buy a dress from us. No matter what Brian Cowen does (in the upcoming budget), we are going to party,” said Annmarie Flood, A|wear chief executive, selecting a gold chevron sequinned chiffon dress and fringed cardigan coat totalling €80 as good examples of her bargains.
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