Here’s everything you need to know about Communion dresses in Dunnes Stores

The Paul Costelloe Communion Collection has returned to Dunnes Stores and features elegant dresses and smart blazers

The Paul Costelloe Communion Collection will be available to purchase at Dunnes Stores from February 1.

Parents of children making their First Holy Communion this year will be glad to hear that they can pop into their local Dunnes Stores to pick up an outfit for the special occasion.

The Paul Costelloe Communion Collection has returned to Dunnes Stores, offering an affordable selection of pieces to get the little ones ready for their big day.

What do the outfits look like?

The dresses feature statement bows, duchess satin hems, and pearl and bead embellishments. Satin pearl and sequin-embellished pouch bags, sparkle-encrusted ballet shoes, and crystal headbands and veils are also available.

The collection has five dresses to choose from.

For the boys, Costelloe has designed a three-piece navy check suit with a bespoke nautical-themed lining, alongside a classic navy jacket and white or blue shirts, paired with beige chinos. Printed socks, soft navy lace-up shoes, and knitted ties and bowties are also available as part of the collection.

The collection also features a three-piece navy check suit.

When are the outfits available to purchase?

Five communion dresses will launch in Dunnes Stores on Saturday, February 1.

A three-piece navy suit for the boys will be arriving in-store soon.

How much are they?

Each dress is priced at €130. The pearl gloves, veil and puch bag are priced at €20 and the sparkle hairband and sparkle bow are priced at €8 each. 

The patent shoe is priced at €30 and the sparkle ballerina shoe is priced at €20.

The check blazer is priced at €50, the check waistcoat is priced at €25 and the check trousers are priced at €25.

The boy's blazer is priced at €50, the boy's blue shirt is priced at €25 and the white shirt and Oxford shirt are priced at €20 each.

The beige chino is priced at €20 each and the knit tie and bow tie are €6 each. The navy trailers are €25 and a two-pack of printed socks is also priced at €25.

What stores are they available in?

Paul Costelloe’s exclusive Communion Collection will be available in-store only at Dunnes Stores Stephen’s Green, Cornelscourt, Blanchardstown, Henry St, Liffey Valley, Dundrum, Patrick St, Bandon Road, Jetland, Foyleside, Terryland, Newbridge and Waterford City Square. 

Speaking about his latest collection, Costelloe said: “It brings me such happiness to be part of this iconic day in a child's life and I remain humbled and privileged.”