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A SHOPPER has raved about finding a glittering gown on Shein which looks like a dupe for a designer alternative – but £80 cheaper.

Fashionista Carolina Piazentin showed off the dazzling dress from the budget retailer, which was covered in embellished detailing.

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On her @carolina.piazentin account, she wrote: “SHEIN Haul – 5 days 5 dresses. Code 32769445.”

The nude-coloured dress had thin straps and fell to just above her ankles.

Perfect for glam events, the figure-hugging dress looked ideal for party season, and set her back £42.

A number of viewers were quick to comment saying that they noticed the resemblance to a dress sold by Oh Polly.

Their Antonella dress – which comes in four colours – and features sparkly shapes on the sheer material.

The main difference between the two gorgeous dresses is the price tag, with Shein’s similar-looking dress being £80 cheaper.

The Oh Polly evening gown currently costs £120, but has a five-star rating with shoppers.

Many people were impressed at the Shein find, with one commenting “oh wow”, and another writing “beautiful.”

One fashion lover said: “Perfection.”

Meanwhile, one added: “I don’t have the right body type for this dress but it is absolutely stunning on you!”

Her video has racked up over half a million views and 11,000 likes, so seems to be a hit with social media users.

The Oh Polly version’s description reads: “Glittering evenings. 

“A premium design crafted by our team of in-house ateliers, Antonella is an effortlessly glamorous gown cut from sheer, stretch mesh fabric and hand embellished with delicate artisanal crystal hotfix. 

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The Shein dress has thin straps and falls to the ankles[/caption]

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The Oh Polly Antonella dress also has embellished detailing and a scoop neckline[/caption]

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Shein describes its version as having rhinestone embellishment[/caption]

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You would be sure to turn heads in the Oh Polly version[/caption]

“Complete with a soft scoop neckline and delicate shoulder straps.”

As well as almond, you can also pick it up in emerald, mocha and cocoa.

It is also stocked in sizes four to 18, while the Shein alternative comes from size six to 16.

ICELAND has revealed its Christmas 2024 range and it includes a pigs in blankets Yorkshire pudding.

The big day is still 99 days away, but it’s always good to plan ahead for the merry season.

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Iceland has unveiled its Christmas menu for Christmas 2024[/caption]

Luckily, Iceland has unveiled its Christmas menu which will be available in stores and online from November 12.

The items will also be available to buy at Iceland’s The Food Warehouse.

Iceland’s menu this year offers customers everything they’ll need for Christmas lunch or dinner, but there are some quirky items included as well in case you’re after something a bit different.

Shoppers will be able to feast on mini fish, chip and ketchup sarnies, prawn tacos and an unbelievable XXL pigs in blankets Yorkshire pudding.

The supermarket is also launching battered lobster tails, mini garlic and herb kievs and even some exclusive brands items like Harry Ramsden’s battered mini sausages.

Also returning are familiar favourites such as the turkey crown, mince pies, Christmas pudding and of course all the trimmings like roast potatoes and veg.

Those who want to feast on the exclusive brands range like Galaxy, TGI Fridays and Harry Ramsden’s can do so with the mix-and-match deals like three items for £10.

Iceland’s head of development David Lennox said: “We’ve focused on perfecting the classics and making them the best and most delicious yet, as well as offering our customers a range of innovative and affordable new Christmas products which are sure to delight everyone at the dinner table.

“Iceland has some extra special products on offer this festive season.”

And here’s the full list of festive items Iceland shoppers can get their hands on.

Iceland is yet to confirm some of the prices so keep your eyes peeled when you visit its stores later this year.

Christmas traditional favourites:

• Iceland Xmas Dinner in a box – £25.00
• Iceland Battered Lobster Tails – £20.00
• Butterball Turkeys – £35.00
• Iceland Beef Wellington – £26.00
• Iceland Ultimate XL Cooked Lobster – £15.00
• Iceland Pigs in Blanket Pinwheel – £5.00

Exclusive Brands Party:

• TGI Fridays Loaded Fries X2 Flavours – £5.00
• Harry Ramsden’s Battered Mini Sausages 16 Pack with Chip Shop Curry Sauce – £4.00 (3 for £5)
• TGI Fridays Hunters Chicken Potato Bites – £4.00

Luxury Party: 

• Iceland Doughball Xmas Tree – £4.00
• Iceland Mini Cottage Pies / PiBS Yorkshire Puddings – £4.00
• Iceland Prawn Tacos – £4.00
• Mini Lemon Meringue Pies – £4.00

Innovation products:

• Iceland Beechwood Smoked Treacle Gammon – £14.00
• Iceland Lobster Thermidor – £15.00
• Iceland Pigs in Blanket Yorkshire Pudding XXL – £4.00
• Iceland Hunters Pigs in Blankets – £4.00 (3 for £10)
• Iceland White Chocolate Snowman – £8.00
• Luxury Mince Pies – £2.75
• Iceland Lemon Meringue Baked Alaska – £6
• Iceland Mini King Prawn Ring – £2.50
• Iceland Chicken Nugget Lollipops – £2.50
• Iceland Spring Roll Platter – £6.00
• Iceland Cheesy Potato Swirls – £1.00
• Iceland Potato Trees and Stars – £1.00
• Iceland Duck Skewer with Hoisin Sauce – £4.00
• Iceland Mini Cheesecake/ Cake Selections – £4.00

Buy Two, Get One Free Party Food: 

• Iceland Mini Fish & Chip Butty – £2.50
• Iceland Crispy Duck Nuggets – £2.50
• Iceland 8pk Mini Orange Choc Ices – £2.50
• Iceland Choc Hazelnut Churro Bites – £2.50
• Iceland Onion Bhaji Rings – £2.50

Embrace picky bits – Greggs and TGI Fridays: 

• TGI Fridays Coated Skewer with Tennessee Glaze and Sesame – £4.00
• TGI Fridays Cookie Cups – £4.00
• TGI Fridays Mini Ribs – £4.00 (3 for £10)
• Greggs 16 Pack Mini Sausage Rolls – £4.00

Desserts and Bakery:

• Iceland Ultimate Raspberry & Vanilla Macaron Wreath 575g- £10.00
• Galaxy Caramel Fondue Cheesecake – £12.00
• Daily Bakery Cinnamon / Chocolate Wreath – £5.00
• Galaxy Caramel Salted Chocolate Bar – £8.00

Veggie and Vegan:

• Iceland 15 Pack Vegetable Spring Rolls – £1.00
• Iceland 16 Pack Onion Bhajis – £1.00
• Iceland 16 Pack Vegetable Samosas – £1.00
• Iceland 10 Pack Mozzarella Balls – £1.00
• Iceland 10 Pack Mac ‘N’ Cheese Bites – £1.00
• Iceland 12 Battered Salt and Pepper Vegetable Spring Rolls -£2.50
• Iceland 16 Pack Mozzarella Sticks – £2.50
• Iceland Jalapeno Cream Cheese – £2.50
• Iceland 10 Pack Brie Wedges – £2.50
• Iceland 14 Pack Cheese & Garlic Bites – £2.50
• Luxury 4 Pack Camembert Rounds with Cranberry Sauce – £3.50
• Luxury 12 Pack Halloumi Fries – £3.50
• Iceland 80 Pack Indian Platter – £6.00
• TGI Fridays Mozzarella Sticks (FWH) – £3.50
• TGI Fridays 6 Pack Southern Fried Mozzarella XL Dippers – £3.50
• Cathedral City 12 Pack Cheese Bites – £3.75
• TGI Fridays Battered Cheese Toastie – £4.00
• Cathedral City Cheddar with Caramelised Onion – £3.75
• Cathedral City Cheddar with Triple Cheese Bite – £3.75
• TGI Fridays Bacon Mac Cheese Bites – £3.75
• TGI Fridays Jalapeno Poppers – £4.00
• Cathedral City Mac n Cheese Bites – £3.75
• Mozzarella sticks 60 Pack – £6.00
• No Meat No Meat Turkey Roast (vegan offering)
• No Porkies 6 Pack Sausage Roll (vegan offering)
• Iceland Vegan Mac & Cheese Bites (vegan offering)

If you are keen to snap up some of the items from Iceland’s Christmas range, most of its stores are usually open from 7am or 8am until 7pm, and in some cities, they are open until 9pm.

However, hours might vary depending on where you are in the country.

You can find your nearest Iceland store by using the store locator tool on its website.

See what’s on Tesco’s shelves this Christmas including pigs in blankets stuffing.

Plus you can pick up items from posh shop Fortnum and Mason from just £3.50.

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A TEEN girl has appeared in court charged with stabbing two teachers and a pupil in a school playground horror attack.

The rampage unfolded at Amman Valley School, also known as Ysgol Dyffryn Aman, in Carmarthenshire, in April.

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A teen girl charged over a stabbing at a school in Wales has appeared in court[/caption]

A 14-year-old girl appeared at Swansea Crown Court today charged with three counts of attempted murder, which she denies.

The teen, who legally can’t be named, has admitted three counts of wounding with intent and possession of a bladed article on a school premises.

A two week trial is due to begin at the same court on September 30.

The girl, who was aged 13 at the time, was remanded into secure youth detention accommodation.

Pupils were kept in classrooms during a “code red” lockdown after teachers Fiona Elias and Liz Hopkin were knifed.

A girl was also injured in the frenzy, which saw police swarm the school.

The rampage came to an end when hero teacher Darrell Campbell “wrestled the knife” out of the teen girl’s grip.

Mrs Hopkin, 53, who works with special needs students, was stabbed four times.

While drama and Welsh teacher Ms Elias, who is head of year, was rushed to hospital after being knifed in the neck.

All three victims have now been discharged from hospital after suffering non life-threatening injuries.

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Fiona Elias was one of the teachers stabbed in the frenzy[/caption]

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Liz Hopkin works as a special needs teacher at the school[/caption]

A FESTIVE favourite loved by households across the nation has caused a stir online after appearing to shrink in size again.

Glenn Kennedy from Manchester runs a Facebook page where he and group members share the latest supermarket deals.

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A picture has emerged showing the year-on-year sizes of the tubs[/caption]

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Shoppers are furious about the smaller size[/caption]

With Christmas 100 days away, he shared an image of one of the holiday’s most popular treats, Celebrations, to show how it has allegedly shrunk in size over the years.

An image shows three tubs on a kitchen table with a significant reduction in size between them.

The difference has left shoppers furious, with the tubs being labelled a “rip-off”.

Some are even calling for a boycott and are urging others to “stop buying them”.

Celebrations don’t appear to be the only item that has shrunk – Roses and Heroes also seem to have reduced in size.

“More plastic than chocolate,” commented Judith

Stella said: “I’ve stopped buying them as I’m getting only half of the tin for the same price. I buy bars of chocolate instead. Better value for the money.”

“Boycott them and don’t buy then they’ll be giving them away in January,” another person added.

Sue wrote: “Yes, just don’t buy them, it’s crazy.”

“What a rip-off,” penned Julie.

Glenn also shared an image of Christmas cakes lining the shelves in Morrisons.

This also outraged shoppers, with many saying that it’s only September and far too early for these sorts of items to appear in stores.

It has been reported that tubs of chocolates started appearing in shops as early as July this year.

With Halloween and Bonfire Night still ahead, many feel that it is simply not the right time to be selling Christmas treats.

“Really. Absolutely ridiculous.” wrote John

Antony said: “Ban Christmas stuff until December.”

“Yes, I saw it all last week. Too early” Patricia added.

“Far too early,” Lorraine commented.

However, not everyone was opposed to an early holiday shop.

Jenny wrote: “People are moaning about Christmas stuff in shops already, well you’ve only got three wage packets left, four if you get paid before the 25th, so glad my shopping is all done.”

Celebrations were first launched by Mars Wrigley back in 1997.

But the changes that have been made to them over the past few years have not gone unnoticed.

The tins shrunk by 38 per cent between 2008 and 2023.

This means that in just 15 years, the Christmas staple has gone from 975g to 600g.

And it now appears to have been reduced a third time – weighing 550g.

A spokesperson for Mars said: “We have been actively trying to find ways to absorb the rising costs of raw materials and operations, as we know the increase in the cost of living has impacted both consumers and businesses across the UK.

“Unfortunately, the growing pressures mean that more needs to be done.

“Reducing the size of our products is not a decision we have taken lightly but it is necessary for shoppers to still be able to enjoy their favourite Celebrations treats without compromising on quality or taste.

“The tub itself has also reduced in order to reduce the plastic used in the packaging by 17% to help us meet our sustainability targets as a business.”

It comes after Sainsbury’s shoppers were stunned after spotting an iconic Christmas food which had already landed on shelves.

And Christmas fams can’t get enough of festive McVitie’s biscuits based on a classic bakery treat.

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A mix of chocolates from boxes of Quality Street, Celebrations, Roses and Heroes (stock image)[/caption]