Burgess launches Spring Summer collection

Burgess of Athlone, Ireland's longest established department store, has heralded the beginning of spring with the launch of a covetable Spring Summer 2012 womenswear collection. Classic and timeless style from Betty Barclay, Gerry Weber and Taifun sits alongside splashes of colour and exotica from edgy label Almost Famous in a collection that will inspire and delight. A key feature of the collection, across all labels, is the value on offer; quality fashion pieces at affordable prices. The Burgess Spring Summer 2012 collection combines both international and Irish style. Indigenous label 'Gold' by Michael H continues to push the boundaries of chic this season with luxurious fabrics, attention to detail and classic feminine structure. Rich colours including 'cranberry', 'raspberry', 'cloud blue' and 'rose bloom' are celebrated in the ever popular Betty Barclay spring summer style. Precis, which caters specifically for the petite woman, captures the season's trends for monochrome, colour blocking, graphic prints and nautical updates. Rosie Boles, Burgess owner and manager said: "Firm favourites such as Berry Barclay, Gerry Weber, Michael H and Libra are back, along with some exciting new additions. We've got some very pretty floral print dresses and blouses from Oui and Joules as well as fun and funky dresses from Almost Famous. It is a really fresh, versatile collection that will appeal to a range of different styles and tastes and caters for casual, smart and occasion wear. We've got some beautiful dress from Rene Derhy just perfect for spring summer weddings or days at the races." Catering to customer needs, Burgess of Athlone is now open until 6.30pm on Thursday evenings. Burgess' in-store stylist and personal shopper can assist customers put together the perfect look.