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Take that, Lanvin x H&M! Just after we dropped word yesterday that UK chain Tesco (which is more known for groceries than fashion) was making $26 copies of Kate Middleton's $616 navy blue engagement dress originally by Issa, the store sold out completely.
That's right; the first wave of the cheap blue jersey knock-offs are now being shipped to the closets of women who would probably much rather have Kate's body than her dress, but whatever works. And coming soon, Tesco will also offer an affordable version of the Princess Diana/Kate Middleton sapphire-and-diamonds engagement ring, to complete the look. Damn?too bad Halloween is already over.
· Clothing & Jewelry [Tesco]
· Tesco replica dress sells out in one hour [Telegraph UK]
· $26 Knock-offs of Kate Middleton's Engagement Dress Already for Sale [RNat]