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If you haven’t already heard, affordable fashion has gotten a major upgrade in the UAE, with the arrival of Primark.

The fashion giant, which originates from Ireland and is beloved across Europe has made its way to Dubai.

First came The Dubai Mall in March, then City Centre Mirdif in April, and now just this week, Mall of the Emirates joins the list.

Launched in partnership with Alshaya Group, Primark has planted its roots in the UAE. The flagship Dubai Mall store alone is an expansive space, which features everything from womenswear to menswear to home to kids to lifestyle and cosmetics.

The womenswear features trend-forward pieces, at an affordable price – from elevated basics to statement looks that feel very much of-the-moment. Menswear actually delivers on fit and style, kidswear that parents will love, as well as a homeware edit that’s ideal for a refresh on a budget, and a beauty and cosmetics section that rounds out the full lifestyle play.

There’s also Primark’s premium line, The Edit, spanning women’s, men’s, younger kids and home, for when you want that little bit extra without the luxury price point.

Primark Dubai
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Founded nearly 60 years ago in the Irish capital of Dublin in 1969, Primark has long operated on the belief that great style shouldn’t cost a fortune.

With more than 470 stores across 19 countries, the brand’s Middle East chapter marks an exciting one. First launching in Kuwait at the end of last year and now with three stores in Dubai, this is only the beginning.

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